Event Operations Lead: Conferences & Logistics (Hybrid)

Automation Alley; Troy (MI); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work options

Health, vision and dental insurance

Paid time off and holidays

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Automation Alley in Troy, Michigan, is seeking an experienced event professional to lead planning and execution of events across the organization. This hybrid, full-time role handles conferences, workshops and networking events, coordinating with multiple teams to ensure a high-quality attendee experience.

The ideal candidate has 3+ years in event management, strong communication, and proficiency with Zoho CRM and Microsoft 365.

Qualifications

• Three or more years of experience in event management, conference planning, or event operations.
• Willingness to travel to trade shows and industry events as required.
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects, deadlines and external partners.
• Experience with contracts, vendors, sponsors and partner agreements.
• Strong organizational and time management skills with attention to detail.
• Excellent written and verbal communication; proactive, problem-solving mindset.

Responsibilities

• Lead planning and execution of conferences, workshops, networking events and member events.
• Oversee events at Automation Alley facilities and external venues.
• Develop event plans, timelines, budgets, staffing, vendor relationships and day-of schedules.
• Coordinate venue, catering, AV, layouts, transportation, setup, onsite execution and teardown.
• Manage registrations and attendee communications through Zoho CRM and other platforms.
• Collaborate with Marketing on branding, promotions, signage and materials.
• Prepare post-event reports, dashboards and performance metrics for leadership.

Skills

Event planning & execution

Vendor coordination

Communication skills

Project management

Budgeting

Tools

Zoho CRM

Microsoft 365

Trello

Job description

Automation Alley in Troy, Michigan, is seeking an experienced event professional to lead planning and execution of events across the organization. This hybrid, full-time role handles conferences, workshops and networking events, coordinating with multiple teams to ensure a high-quality attendee experience.

The ideal candidate has 3+ years in event management, strong communication, and proficiency with Zoho CRM and Microsoft 365.