Senior Convention Strategist - Remote Event Planning Leader

Medtronic; Minnesota; Remote; USD 78,000 - 118,000; Full time

Job summary

Medtronic seeks a Senior Convention Planning Specialist to develop and execute convention strategies across assigned business sectors. You will lead planning activities, collaborate with marketing, communications, and sales teams, and manage budgets for large-scale events.

The role requires travel up to 25%, strong vendor coordination, and adherence to industry guidelines including AdvaMed, with a focus on delivering impactful customer engagement programs. Remote US-based position.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent professional experience with multiple pathways specified for required years of experience.
• Experience managing budgets, forecasts, and vendor relationships.
• Ability to travel up to 25% and coordinate across cross-functional teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead convention strategy, planning, and execution for assigned sectors to support marketing, sales, and commercial objectives.
• Consult with stakeholders to evaluate opportunities and optimize event investments.
• Partner with marketing and sales teams to develop convention plans and customer engagement strategies.
• Manage exhibit logistics, including space selection, vendor coordination, and on-site execution.
• Develop and manage convention budgets, forecasts, and expenses with financial accountability.

Skills

Budget management

Vendor coordination

Cross-functional collaboration

Event planning

Compliance awareness

Education

Bachelor's degree

Associate degree

High School Diploma/GED

Tools

Microsoft Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

Medtronic seeks a Senior Convention Planning Specialist to develop and execute convention strategies across assigned business sectors. You will lead planning activities, collaborate with marketing, communications, and sales teams, and manage budgets for large-scale events.

The role requires travel up to 25%, strong vendor coordination, and adherence to industry guidelines including AdvaMed, with a focus on delivering impactful customer engagement programs. Remote US-based position.