Meeting Event Manager II

Maritz; Kentucky; Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical

Dental

Vision

401k

Tuition reimbursement

Paid time off

Job summary

Maritz, based in Cincinnati, OH, is seeking a Senior Event Program Lead to manage and deliver high‑impact meetings and incentives for our corporate clients. You will own end-to-end program planning, budgeting, supplier negotiations, and onsite execution, ensuring exceptional client experiences.

You will lead cross‑functional teams, forecast budgets, and maintain strong client relationships. This hybrid role requires 50-75% travel, updated passport, and a proactive, detail‑oriented approach to

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent practical experience.
• 3+ years of experience in meeting or event planning, incentive programs, association or corporate events, or related hotel, convention, or sales roles.
• Strong working knowledge of end-to-end program and event management, including budget ownership and financial forecasting.
• Proven ability to build, manage, and maintain strong client relationships based on trust and service excellence.
• Clear, professional communication skills, both written and verbal, with confidence presenting to clients and stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Serving as the primary point of contact to select meetings and trusted partner for assigned clients, leading programs and events from initial planning through onsite execution.
• Partnering and collaborating with Corporate Meeting Planner on Congresses, tradeshows, Conventions, and other related corp. meeting event., to include project management, including timelines, document creation and retention, logistics, deliverables, and operational details to ensure seamless execution.
• Managing event budgets and financials, including forecasting, tracking expenses, negotiating supplier contracts, and ensuring programs meet profitability goals and reconciliation.
• Leading and directing cross‑functional project teams by clearly communicating client goals, expectations, and business requirements.
• Sourcing, negotiating, and managing suppliers such as hotels, audio‑visual partners, DMCs, air, and other third‑party vendors.
• Conducting site inspections and collaborating with clients and internal stakeholders to align on program strategy and execution.
• Maintaining proactive, transparent communication with clients and internal partners throughout the lifecycle of each program.
• Overseeing onsite event delivery, anticipating challenges, resolving issues in real time, and ensuring a high‑touch client experience.
• Managing VIP logistics and special projects as needed.
• Supporting proposal development, renewals, and ongoing client relationships by providing operational expertise and strategic input.

Skills

Meeting & Event Planning

Budget Forecasting

Client Relationship Management

Communication Skills

Team Leadership

Project Management

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent practical experience

Tools

Microsoft Office

CVENT

Job description

Where Human Connection Fuels Possibility At Maritz, decades of innovation and perseverance have built more than just a strong reputation — they’ve shaped a culture where human connection and collaboration are at the heart of everything we do. Joining Maritz means becoming part of a workplace grounded in a critical truth; people and their potential is our greatest resource. Maritz helps companies achieve their business goals by inspiring people to perform their best. We design experiences, incentives, and recognition programs that spark action and deliver measurable impact. And we’ve brought this human‑first design inward – intentionally building teams that care for each other and collaborate powerfully. In our most recent employee survey, nearly 90% of respondents said that their managers care about their concerns and 82% said they feel genuinely appreciated. We know that when employees feel seen, supported, and celebrated for who they are, they thrive and so does our business. That’s why we’ve created a flexible, environment that empowers you to do your best work without sacrificing what matters most to you. In fact, in that same survey, nearly 90% of respondents said they have the flexibility they need to balance work and personal life and nearly 80% said Maritz does a great job prioritizing employee well being. We have a passion for excellence and genuine care for the people making it possible.

To function as primary client liaison and team leader for assigned programs and events. Manages the overall coordination and execution of an entire program/event from an operational perspective. Responsible for coordination of all program planning while providing unparalleled levels of customer service. Primary responsibility for client budget management in addition to forecasting all budget variations.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Serving as the primary point of contact to select meetings and trusted partner for assigned clients, leading programs and events from initial planning through onsite execution.
• Partnering and collaborating with Corporate Meeting Planner on Congresses, tradeshows, Conventions, and other related corp. meeting event., to include project management, including timelines, document creation and retention, logistics, deliverables, and operational details to ensure seamless execution.
• Managing event budgets and financials, including forecasting, tracking expenses, negotiating supplier contracts, and ensuring programs meet profitability goals and reconciliation.
• Leading and directing cross‑functional project teams by clearly communicating client goals, expectations, and business requirements.
• Sourcing, negotiating, and managing suppliers such as hotels, audio‑visual partners, DMCs, air, and other third‑party vendors.
• Conducting site inspections and collaborating with clients and internal stakeholders to align on program strategy and execution.
• Maintaining proactive, transparent communication with clients and internal partners throughout the lifecycle of each program.
• Overseeing onsite event delivery, anticipating challenges, resolving issues in real time, and ensuring a high‑touch client experience.
• Managing VIP logistics and special projects as needed.
• Supporting proposal development, renewals, and ongoing client relationships by providing operational expertise and strategic input.

What You’ll Bring

• A bachelor’s degree or equivalent practical experience.
• At least 3+ years of experience in meeting or event planning, incentive programs, association or corporate events, or related hotel, convention, or sales roles (international destination experience is a plus).
• Strong working knowledge of end‑to‑end program and event management, including budget ownership and financial forecasting.
• Proven ability to build, manage, and maintain strong client relationships based on trust and service excellence.
• Clear, professional communication skills, both written and verbal, with confidence presenting to clients and stakeholders.
• The ability to manage multiple projects at once while staying organized, flexible, and detail oriented.
• Solid technical skills, including proficiency with Microsoft Office, CVENT, and the ability to quickly learn new systems and tools.

Things You Should Know

• 50-75% travel is required.
• Must have updated passport for travel.
• This is a hybrid role requiring candidates to be based in Cincinnati, OH.
• Consistent onsite attendance will be required.

Benefits

• medical
• dental
• vision
• life insurance
• disability
• paid parental leave
• 401k
• tuition reimbursement
• paid time off
• year end holiday closure
• and more!

View all details at: www.MaritzBenefits.com

Maritz will only employ applicants who have authorization to work permanently in the U.S. This is not a position for which sponsorship will be provided. Those who need sponsorship for work authorization now or in the future are not eligible for hire.

Maritz is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, color, religion, national origin, age, marital status, political affiliation, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, disability or protected veteran status.

We are committed to providing a workplace free of any discrimination or harassment.

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At Maritz, we help companies achieve their business goals by inspiring people to perform at their best, including employees, customers, and channel partners.

Through three client‑facing solution groups — Maritz Business Events Solutions, Maritz Engagement Solutions, Maritz Automotive Solutions— we design experiences, incentives, and recognition programs that spark action and deliver measurable impact.

Our fourth solution, Global Business Solutions, enables our client facing solution groups through strategic, technological and operational infrastructure.

Together, we deliver exceptional experiences that connect, motivate, and drive results for our clients and their audiences.

At Maritz, we value people and care deeply about your experience.

Please remember; we never ask for money, only communicate from a @maritz.com email address, and you’ll always have a virtual or in‑person conversation before any offer.

For official opportunities, visit www.maritz.com/careers, and report any suspicious activity.