Senior Planner - Corporate Services

BCD; Cupertino (CA); On-site; USD 75,000 - 115,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible Working

Room to Grow

Everyone has a voice

Make your move

We’ve got you covered

We’re positive

Job summary

BCD Meetings & Events, based in Chicago with a global footprint, seeks a Senior Planner – Corporate Services to manage high-touch meetings and events from concept through reconciliation in a fast-paced technology environment in Cupertino, CA.

The role requires 5–7 years of event planning experience, strong vendor management and cross-functional collaboration, and a focus on delivering attendee-focused experiences with precision and cost-conscious solutions.

Qualifications

• 5–7 years of event planning experience with a strong track record of delivering complex programs on time and on budget
• Experience with international event planning and group air coordination
• Creative, solutions-oriented mindset to improve attendee experience
• Experience with meeting technology tools and data, reporting, and billing across the lifecycle
• Professionalism, confidentiality, and ability to operate in a demanding, detail-heavy environment

Responsibilities

• Managing end-to-end meetings and events, including sourcing, contracting, planning, attendee management, onsite execution, and reconciliation
• Thriving in a fast-paced, innovation-driven environment where priorities can shift and strong judgment matters
• Leading complex programs with multiple workstreams, tight timelines, large room blocks, and VIP-level service expectations
• Building strong client and supplier relationships while negotiating cost-conscious solutions that elevate the experience
• Communicating clearly with cross-functional and cross-regional teams to keep every detail aligned

Skills

Event planning

Vendor management

Cross-functional collaboration

Budget management

Tools

Meeting technology tools

Job description

Senior Planner – Corporate Services

About Us

At BCD Meetings & Events (BCD M&E), we provide more than meeting and event planning services: we create connections that inspire, motivate and change behavior for our customers. As the world’s most trusted and innovative meetings and events agency, BCD M&E cultivates a culture of people, passion and purpose to drive business forward.

Headquartered in Chicago, with locations in 60+ countries across the world, BCD M&E’s team of 2,000+ people are committed to sustainability and driving success for our customers, our business and ourselves. Our values are at the heart of everything we do, and we look for people that want to be a part of something special, can rise to our standards and love to bring their unique perspective to the table.

While we can’t guarantee every day will be the best (who can?), we can promise a community of people who genuinely care and lead with empathy, a flexible workplace with awesome perks and challenging work that means something.

If you love bringing complex events to life, this Senior Planner – Corporate Services role puts you at the center of it all. Supporting a fast-paced Technology environment in Cupertino, you’ll lead high-touch meetings and events from creative concept through final reconciliation. You’ll partner closely with clients, vendors, and cross-functional teams to deliver polished, attendee-focused experiences with precision and style. It’s a big role for someone who can juggle details, solve problems quickly, and keep programs moving forward with confidence.

• Managing end-to-end meetings and events, including sourcing, contracting, planning, attendee management, onsite execution, and reconciliation
• Thriving in a fast-paced, innovation-driven environment where priorities can shift and strong judgment matters
• Leading complex programs with multiple workstreams, tight timelines, large room blocks, and VIP-level service expectations
• Building strong client and supplier relationships while negotiating smart, cost-conscious solutions that still elevate the experience
• Communicating clearly and consultatively with cross-functional and cross-regional teams to keep every detail aligned

You Might Also Have

• 5–7 years of event planning experience with a strong track record of delivering complex programs on time and on budget
• International event planning experience and familiarity with group air coordination
• A creative, solutions-oriented mindset that helps you improve the attendee experience and bring fresh ideas to each program
• Experience working with meeting technology tools and maintaining accurate data, reporting, and billing details throughout the event lifecycle
• A high level of professionalism, confidentiality, and comfort operating in a demanding, detail-heavy environment

You Should Know

• This role is based in Cupertino, CA and requires working in the office on a regular basis.

THE PERKS

Flexible Working

We believe that a flexible working environment is key to getting the best out of our teams. We will support you to work where you need to and when you need to, depending on how you work best.

Room to Grow

Our line of work and business structure challenge our people in a way that inspires growth, with learning and development built into every role. We give individuals ownership over the direction and speed in which they grow.

Everyone has a voice

We thrive on conversations that spark curiosity and empathy. No matter how big or how small, every voice is heard, considered and respected.

Make your move

The diversity of roles across BCD M&E’s global locations means that our people often find new adventures during their time with us. Join us as a meeting planner role in the UK, stay for a global marketing career — there’s always room to move.

We’ve got you covered

Our extensive benefits include comprehensive healthcare, retirement plans, continued education support, diverse work locations, travel and hotel discounts, volunteer and sustainability opportunities and a successful employee recognition program.

We’re positive. You’ll love it.

It starts from the top. Our leaders lead with positivity, believe in our people and trust us to do the right thing. There will always be support along your journey, in little and big ways.

Travel requirements for this role are as follows:25% to 50%

We carefully consider a wide range of compensation factors, including your professional background and experience. The salary range for candidates in applicable jurisdictions in the US for the position of Senior Planner - Corporate Services is between $75,000 - $115,000. The actual pay depends on your skills, qualifications, experience, geographical location, and project budget.

Nearest Major Market: San Jose

Nearest Secondary Market: Palo Alto