Remote Senior Convention & Events Strategy Lead

Medtronic; Saint Paul (MN); Remote; USD 78,000 - 118,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental and vision insurance

401(k) and matching

Tuition assistance

Job summary

Medtronic is seeking a Senior Convention Planning Specialist to lead strategy, planning, and execution of convention programs across business sectors. The role partners with marketing, communications, and sales to optimize event investments and attendee engagement.

The position requires managing complex budgets, coordinating with vendors, and ensuring compliance with industry guidelines. Remote work is possible with up to 25% travel across the U.S.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in convention management, event management, marketing operations, communications, or a related business function.
• Experience managing budgets, forecasts, project expenses, and vendor relationships.
• Experience partnering with cross-functional stakeholders and managing multiple concurrent projects.
• Ability to travel up to 25%.

Responsibilities

• Lead convention strategy, planning, and execution for assigned business sectors to support marketing, sales, and commercial objectives.
• Consult with business stakeholders to evaluate convention opportunities, recommend participation strategies, and optimize event investments.
• Partner with marketing, communications, and sales teams to develop convention plans, messaging, and customer engagement strategies.
• Manage exhibit logistics, including space selection, exhibitor services, vendor coordination, shipping, installation, dismantle activities, and on-site execution.
• Develop and manage convention budgets, forecasts, and expenses to ensure financial accountability and budget compliance.
• Coordinate convention-related meetings, sponsored programs, and communications to support event objectives and attendee engagement.
• Collaborate with industry associations, exhibitor advisory committees, and external partners to support business needs and convention initiatives.
• Ensure convention activities comply with Medtronic policies, AdvaMed guidelines, association regulations, and applicable legal requirements.

Skills

Budget management

Cross-functional collaboration

Travel readiness

Strategic planning

Communication

Education

High School Diploma/GED

Associate Degree

Bachelor's Degree

Tools

Microsoft Excel

PowerPoint

Event management platforms

Job description

Medtronic is seeking a Senior Convention Planning Specialist to lead strategy, planning, and execution of convention programs across business sectors. The role partners with marketing, communications, and sales to optimize event investments and attendee engagement.

The position requires managing complex budgets, coordinating with vendors, and ensuring compliance with industry guidelines. Remote work is possible with up to 25% travel across the U.S.