Senior Event Designer & Client Growth Lead

Purple Onion Catering Co.; Maryland; Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K Matching

Healthcare plan

Work from home 2 days a week (Mon &amp

Paid Time Off

Remote work per year

Lunch provided

Job summary

Purple Onion Catering Company in the Washington, D.C. metro area is seeking an experienced Event Designer to join our team. You will oversee business development, sales execution, event planning, management, and on-site delivery to ensure exceptional events.

The ideal candidate brings strong project management, superb customer service, and a passion for creating unforgettable experiences. We offer a competitive starting salary, scalable commissions, 401(k) matching, healthcare, PTO, and flexible

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Marketing, Hospitality, or related field.
• Minimum 3-5 years of experience in event planning and production.
• Strong project management skills and ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Exceptional customer service skills and ability to build relationships.
• Proficiency in MS Office and event management software.
• Must be able to lift at least 50 pounds while on site at events.

Responsibilities

• Must execute sales for at least $750,000 worth in events per year to maintain seat.
• Plan and manage all aspects of events from contract signing through execution and completion.
• Provide excellent customer service and expertise to clients throughout the planning process.
• Coordinate with internal staff and vendors to ensure seamless execution of events.
• Supervise onsite execution of events, ensuring all details are executed according to plan.
• Collaborate with sales team on sales goals and strategies to achieve targets.
• Develop and maintain relationships with industry partners and vendors.
• Manage event budgets and expenses to ensure profitability.
• Conduct post-event evaluations and implement improvements for future events.
• Stay updated on industry trends and best practices to enhance event offerings.

Skills

Project management

Sales

Customer service

MS Office

Event management software

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Marketing, Hospitality, or related field

Tools

MS Office

Event management software

Job description

Purple Onion Catering Company in the Washington, D.C. metro area is seeking an experienced Event Designer to join our team. You will oversee business development, sales execution, event planning, management, and on-site delivery to ensure exceptional events.

The ideal candidate brings strong project management, superb customer service, and a passion for creating unforgettable experiences. We offer a competitive starting salary, scalable commissions, 401(k) matching, healthcare, PTO, and flexible