Senior Corporate Event Manager (Contract-to-Hire)

BCforward; Columbus (OH); In loco; USD 60.000 - 90.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

BCforward in Columbus, OH seeks an experienced Niche Support Personnel - Event Manager Advanced for a contract-to-hire role (9 months). You will lead corporate meetings and conferences from concept to reconciliation, including budgeting, RFPs, vendor coordination, and contracts administration.

Strong organization, executive communication, and MS PowerPoint/Excel skills are essential. You will manage logistics, travel, and post-event closeout while ensuring compliance and attendee experience

Competenze

• 5+ years of meeting planning or event management experience in a corporate environment.
• Strong organizational skills with ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced setting.
• Clear verbal and written communication with professional judgment.
• Proficiency with Microsoft PowerPoint and Excel; strong Microsoft Suite skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team with discretion.

Mansioni

• Independently plan or partner to deliver multiple events end to end, including budgeting, venue research, RFP support, vendor coordination and contracts administration.
• Coordinate total logistics: audiovisual, food & beverage, decor, staffing, travel; manage air/ground travel as applicable.
• Develop timelines and trackers; establish workflows with partners and suppliers.
• Uphold procedures, compliance and risk management; escalate risks and issues as needed.
• Provide recommendations on event development and attendee experience; support invitations and registration.
• Complete post-event activities including budget closeout, reporting and reconciliation.
• Collaborate with colleagues to share updates and promote best practices with clear communication.

Conoscenze

Meeting planning

Event management

Budget administration

Vendor management

Logistics coordination

Attention to detail

Communication

Independent / team work

Executive presence

Strumenti

Microsoft PowerPoint

Microsoft Excel

Descrizione del lavoro

BCforward in Columbus, OH seeks an experienced Niche Support Personnel - Event Manager Advanced for a contract-to-hire role (9 months). You will lead corporate meetings and conferences from concept to reconciliation, including budgeting, RFPs, vendor coordination, and contracts administration.

Strong organization, executive communication, and MS PowerPoint/Excel skills are essential. You will manage logistics, travel, and post-event closeout while ensuring compliance and attendee experience