Senior Event Manager

Brady Corporation; Charlotte (NC); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid time off and holidays

Education reimbursement

Job summary

Brady Corporation Intelligent Productivity Solutions (IPS) is seeking a Senior Event Manager to lead global marketing events and partner conferences. You will oversee planning, budgeting, venue logistics, and cross-functional collaboration to drive brand engagement and strategic outcomes.

You will report to the Senior Director, Global Marketing and work on a hybrid schedule from Fort Mill, SC, with global travel to elevate Brady’s presence across industries.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in event management in a marketing or corporate setting.
• Strong project management skills with ability to multitask and meet deadlines.
• Proficiency with event management software (e.g., Cvent) and vendor coordination.
• Experience aligning event strategies with business objectives and marketing goals.
• Experience managing budgets and negotiating with vendors to optimize costs.

Responsibilities

• Lead planning, organization, and execution of industry trade shows and partner conferences.
• Develop event strategies that align with marketing goals with cross-functional teams.
• Manage budgets, vendor negotiations, and financial reporting.
• Coordinate venue selection, travel, and on-site event logistics.
• Oversee event promotion, attendance, and post-event follow-up with teams.
• Evaluate event success and recommend improvements.
• Brief attendees before, during, and after events; mentor junior team members.

Skills

Project management

Event strategy

Vendor management

Budget management

Cross-functional collaboration

Attention to detail

Education

Bachelor's degree in marketing, communications, or related field

Tools

Cvent

Job description

What We Need

As a Senior Event Manager here at Brady Corporation Intelligent Productivity Solutions (IPS), you will assume a global leadership role in orchestrating impactful events that elevate our brand and engage our audience.

As a Senior Event Manager here at Brady Corporation Intelligent Productivity Solutions (IPS), you will assume a global leadership role in orchestrating impactful events that elevate our brand and engage our audience. You will report directly to our Senior Director, Global Marketing and you will work out of our Fort Mill, SC location on a hybrid work schedule. In this role, you will impact our marketing success by ensuring flawless event logistics and curating unique and compelling experiences for both industry trade shows as well as annual partner conferences. Your strategic alignment of events with marketing goals will enhance brand recognition, strengthen customer relationships, and drive our marketing achievements.

Brady Intelligent Productivity Solutions (IPS) creates mobile computers, scanners, software and other data capture devices to improve worker productivity across key industries like retail, transportation, logistics and healthcare. An innovator in Automatic Identification and Data Collection (AIDC) and a leader in industrial solutions since the 1970s, the business is shaping the future by finding novel ways to significantly improve the efficiency, speed and accuracy of our customers’ complex operations.

What You'll Be Doing

• Lead and oversee the planning, organization, and execution of industry trade shows, hosted partner conferences, and other marketing events.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop event strategies and objectives that align with business goals.
• Manage event budgets, including vendor negotiations, cost tracking, and financial reporting.
• Coordinate logistics, including venue selection, travel arrangements, and event setup.
• Oversee event promotion and marketing efforts to drive attendance and engagement, in collaboration with the regional marketing teams.
• Manage event registration, attendee communication, and post-event follow-up.
• Evaluate event success and provide recommendations for continuous improvement.
• Brief all event attendees prior, during and post event.
• Mentor and guide junior event management team members.

What You Will Need To Be Successful

• 8+ years of experience in event management, preferably in a marketing or corporate environment.
• Strong project management skills with the ability to multitask and meet deadlines.
• Proficiency in event management software and tools (such as Cvent), with deep knowledge of event logistics and vendor management.
• Expertise in developing and executing event strategies that align with business objectives and marketing goals.
• Experience managing budgets and negotiating with vendors to optimize event costs.

Skills

Skills & Attributes

• Bachelor's degree in marketing, communications, or a related field.
• Creativity and innovation in event planning and execution.
• Attention to detail and strong organizational skills.
• Ability to work well under pressure and adapt to changing circumstances.
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
• Passion for delivering exceptional event experiences.
• Maturity to handle many stakeholders including senior executives and focus on the event mission and goals.

About Us

Who we are: Brady makes products that make the world a safer and more productive place. We are a global leader in safety, identification and compliance solutions for a diverse range of workplaces. From the depths of the ocean to outer space, from the factory floor to the delivery room - we're just about everywhere you look. Companies around the world trust Brady because of our deep expertise and knowledge across a wide range of industries and applications - powered by our world-class manufacturing capabilities.

We have a diverse customer base in industries including electronics, telecommunications, manufacturing, electrical, construction, healthcare, aerospace and more. As of July 31, 2025, Brady employed approximately 6,400 people in our worldwide businesses. Our fiscal 2025 sales were approximately $1.51 billion. Brady stock trades on the New York Stock Exchange under the symbol BRC. You can learn more about us at www.bradycorp.com.

Why Work At Brady

A career at Brady means working for a global company that has thrived for over 100 years, and whose innovative spirit drives our future growth.

Brady offers competitive pay and great benefits, supported by a culture that encourages collaboration and innovation. We strive to foster an inclusive workplace where diverse talent can learn, grow, and succeed. And with deeply rooted values, no matter where you work at Brady, you'll feel connected to the community through our charitable contributions and opportunities to give back.

Our headquarters are in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, but we have more than 70 locations globally, giving our employees the opportunity to work with colleagues around the world.

Our Benefits

• Comprehensive insurance coverage starting on your first day of employment, including medical, dental, and vision
• Generous 401(k) with company match
• Paid time off and holidays
• Opportunity to participate in incentive programs for all full-time employees
• Family planning benefits including paid parental leave, fertility coverage, adoption and surrogacy assistance
• Education reimbursement opportunities
• Scholarship program for children of Brady employees
• A variety of Employee Resource Groups to provide you with unique networking, development, and volunteer opportunities
• Employee Assistance Program and related wellness programs (mental and behavioral health, family counseling, financial management)
• Dress-for-your-day dress code
• Charitable contributions matched through Brady's Matching Gift program