Meeting Planner, Specialty Programs, Meetings & Events

Cardinal Health; United States; On-site; USD 57,000 - 82,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision coverage

Paid time off plan

Health savings account (HSA)

401k savings plan

Access to wages before pay day with my

Flexible spending accounts (FSAs)

Short- and long-term disability

Work-Life resources

Paid parental leave

Healthy lifestyle programs

Job summary

Cardinal Health is seeking a Meeting Planner for Specialty Programs within Specialty Networks. You will plan and execute meetings, manage attendee registration, travel, venue logistics, and on-site operations, while ensuring compliance and value reporting.

The ideal candidate is organized, detail-oriented, with 2+ years in meeting planning or related roles, proficient in Cvent and Microsoft Office, and able to travel up to 35% with occasional nights and weekends.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in related field, or equivalent work experience.
• 2+ years’ experience in meeting planning, event coordination, hospitality, or a customer-facing role.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office applications.
• Strong organizational skills with attention to detail and accuracy.
• Experience with Cvent or similar event management platform.

Responsibilities

• Support the planning and execution of Specialty Networks meetings and events, including registration, travel coordination, hotel accommodations, audiovisual needs, and food and beverage arrangements.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders and external partners through regular planning meetings; assist with agenda development, meeting documentation, and action item tracking.
• Manage travel-related activities before, during, and after events, including travel coordination, expense reconciliation, reporting, and HCP spend tracking.
• Ensure compliance with pharmaceutical industry regulations, transfer of value (TOV) reporting requirements, and company policies.
• Utilize Cvent and related event management tools to manage registrations, travel requests, hotel rooming lists, attendee communications, reporting, and mobile event applications.
• Coordinate HCP contracting and payment processes, ensuring timely execution, accurate reporting, and compliance with applicable guidelines.
• Prepare, organize, and coordinate event materials, including printing, packing, shipping, and inventory management.
• Provide onsite meeting support, including registration management, attendee assistance, venue coordination, food and beverage oversight, and general event logistics.
• Maintain accurate event records, budgets, and reconciliation documentation.
• Support continuous process improvement initiatives to enhance attendee experience and operational efficiency.

Skills

Meeting planning

Event coordination

Customer service

Attention to detail

Project management

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Tools

Cvent

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Office

Job description

Specialty Networks Overview

Specialty Networks is part of Cardinal Health's Pharmaceutical and Specialty Solutions segment and is an integrated multi-specialty platform with GPOs, life sciences, and research solutions in urology, gastroenterology and rheumatology. Their solutions include patient population health management, patient engagement, clinical research, and workflow automation technologies to achieve Center of Excellence in Standards of Care, Clinical Research, Practice Operations, and Value-based Care.

Role Overview

The Meeting Planner, Specialty Programs supports the planning and execution of meetings, events, and educational programs for Specialty Networks. This role partners closely with the Specialty Programs Meetings & Events team to coordinate attendee registration, travel, accommodations, venue logistics, speaker and healthcare professional (HCP) engagement, and onsite event operations. The ideal candidate is highly organized, detail-oriented, and capable of managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment while ensuring compliance with pharmaceutical industry regulations and transfer of value (TOV) requirements.

Responsibilities

• Support the planning and execution of Specialty Networks meetings and events, including registration, travel coordination, hotel accommodations, audiovisual needs, and food and beverage arrangements.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders and external partners through regular planning meetings; assist with agenda development, meeting documentation, and action item tracking.
• Manage travel-related activities before, during, and after events, including travel coordination, expense reconciliation, reporting, and HCP spend tracking.
• Ensure compliance with pharmaceutical industry regulations, transfer of value (TOV) reporting requirements, and company policies.
• Utilize Cvent and related event management tools to manage registrations, travel requests, hotel rooming lists, attendee communications, reporting, and mobile event applications.
• Coordinate HCP contracting and payment processes, ensuring timely execution, accurate reporting, and compliance with applicable guidelines.
• Prepare, organize, and coordinate event materials, including printing, packing, shipping, and inventory management.
• Provide onsite meeting support, including registration management, attendee assistance, venue coordination, food and beverage oversight, and general event logistics.
• Maintain accurate event records, budgets, and reconciliation documentation.
• Support continuous process improvement initiatives to enhance attendee experience and operational efficiency.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in related field, or equivalent work experience, preferred.
• 2+ years’ experience in meeting planning, event coordination, hospitality, customer service, or a customer-facing role, preferred.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Microsoft Office applications.
• Strong organizational skills with exceptional attention to detail and accuracy.
• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Strong problem‑solving skills and a proactive, customer-focused approach.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects, prioritize tasks, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience with Cvent or a similar event management platform, preferred.
• Experience with event budgeting, reconciliation, and reporting processes, preferred.
• Ability to travel up to 35%, including occasional nights and weekends.

Salary & Benefits

Anticipated salary range: $57,000 - $81,600

Bonus eligible: No

Benefits: Cardinal Health offers a wide variety of benefits and programs to support health and well-being.

• Medical, dental and vision coverage
• Paid time off plan
• Health savings account (HSA)
• 401k savings plan
• Access to wages before pay day with myFlexPay
• Flexible spending accounts (FSAs)
• Short- and long-term disability coverage
• Work-Life resources
• Paid parental leave
• Healthy lifestyle programs

Pay at Cardinal Health is determined by multiple factors including, but not limited to, a candidate’s geographical location, relevant education, experience and skills and an evaluation of internal pay equity.

Diversity & Inclusion

Cardinal Health supports an inclusive workplace that values diversity of thought, experience and background. We celebrate the power of our differences to create better solutions for our customers by ensuring employees can be their authentic selves each day.

Cardinal Health is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, pregnancy, veteran status, marital status, creed, status with regard to public assistance, genetic status or any other status protected by federal, state or local law.

Employment Details

Headquartered in Dublin, Ohio, Cardinal Health, Inc. (NYSE: CAH) is a distributor of pharmaceuticals, a global manufacturer and distributor of medical and laboratory products, and a provider of performance and data solutions for healthcare facilities. We are a crucial link between the clinical and operational sides of healthcare, delivering end‑to‑end solutions and data‑driving insights that advance healthcare and improve lives every day. With deep partnerships, diverse perspectives and innovative digital solutions, we build connections across the continuum of care. With more than 50 years of experience, we seize the opportunity to address healthcare's most complicated challenges — now, and in the future.

Application Window

Application window anticipated to close: 10/28/26