Onsite Event Experience Lead

Maritz; Sunnyvale (CA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Disability insurance

Paid parental leave

401k

Tuition reimbursement

Paid time off

Year-end holiday closure

Job summary

Maritz in Sunnyvale, CA is seeking an Onsite Event Specialist to serve as the primary contact during events, ensuring smooth execution and exceptional service delivery. You will manage logistics, coordinate with partners, and lead staff to deliver outstanding event experiences.

Requirements include a Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience and a minimum of 2 years in event management, with strong communication and leadership skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in meeting/event management or related industry.
• Ability to learn new technology solutions and work with multiple systems.
• Strong communication, teamwork, and leadership skills.
• Proficiency in G Suite and Microsoft Office tools with the ability to learn new technology quickly.
• Ability to thrive in an agile, continuously changing environment.
• Physical ability to handle onsite demands, including standing and lifting.

Responsibilities

• Act as the primary onsite contact for events, coordinating with catering, AV, security, and transportation partners.
• Provide day-of-event support, including being on-call or onsite, running product demos, and capturing event documentation (surveys, photos).
• Conduct staff meetings, event space walkthroughs, and briefings as needed.
• Manage onsite logistics for registration, rooms, hospitality desk, food & beverage, activities, business meetings, technology, and VIP handling.
• Implement crisis management procedures and ensure communication plans are in place.
• Serve as liaison to clients for onsite event logistics and keep all stakeholders informed of changes.
• Collaborate with teams to define solutions and ensure the best event experience for clients and guests.

Skills

Strong communication

Leadership

Teamwork

Agile/adaptable

Onsite coordination

Education

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience

Tools

G Suite

Microsoft Office

Job description

Maritz in Sunnyvale, CA is seeking an Onsite Event Specialist to serve as the primary contact during events, ensuring smooth execution and exceptional service delivery. You will manage logistics, coordinate with partners, and lead staff to deliver outstanding event experiences.

Requirements include a Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience and a minimum of 2 years in event management, with strong communication and leadership skills.