Sr. Meeting Event Manager

Maritz; Fenton (MO); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Maritz, headquartered in Missouri, is seeking a Senior Meeting/Event Manager to coordinate large-scale meetings and incentive programs. You will manage hotel blocks, registration, and logistics, while guiding clients and internal teams through complex planning cycles.

Ideal candidates bring extensive event management experience, hands-on Cvent know-how, and strong project management and communication skills to drive successful programs with cross-functional teams.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience as a Senior Meeting/Event Manager, preferably within Maritz or a similar environment.
• Proven expertise managing large, complex programs including National Sales Meetings, HCP meetings, and Incentives.
• Hands-on experience with Cvent, including website builds and reporting.
• Strong project management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Office tools, particularly Excel, and ability to analyze/report data.
• Excellent communication, organizational, and client service skills.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively across teams.

Responsibilities

• Manage event operations including hotel blocks, registration, inventory management, and program logistics for large and complex meetings
• Proven success managing large-scale National Sales Meetings, HCP programs, and incentive events with significant stakeholder visibility and business impact.
• Ability to serve as a trusted advisor to clients and internal stakeholders, providing strategic guidance throughout the planning and execution process.
• Advanced proficiency with Cvent, including website development, attendee management, reporting, and event technology solutions.
• Demonstrated success leading cross-functional teams, influencing stakeholders, and driving alignment across multiple workstreams.
• Exceptional communication, relationship management, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to independently manage multiple high-priority programs.
• Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Office tools, particularly Excel, and ability to analyze/report data
• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively across teams.

Skills

Event management

Cross-functional leadership

Communication

Data analysis

Problem solving

Time management

Education

Hospitality or event management degree

Tools

Cvent

Microsoft Office (Excel)

Job description

Where Human Connection Fuels Possibility

At Maritz, decades of innovation and perseverance have built more than just a strong reputation - they've shaped a culture where human connection and collaboration are at the heart of everything we do.

Joining Maritz means becoming part of a workplace grounded in a critical truth; people and their potential is our greatest resource.

Maritz helps companies achieve their business goals by inspiring people to perform their best. We design experiences, incentives, and recognition programs that spark action and deliver measurable impact.

And we've brought this human-first design inward - intentionally building teams that care for each other and collaborate powerfully. In our most recent employee survey, nearly 90% of respondents said that their managers care about their concerns and 82% said they feel genuinely appreciated. We know that when employees feel seen, supported, and celebrated for who they are, they thrive and so does our business.

That's why we've created a flexible, environment that empowers you to do your best work without sacrificing what matters most to you. In fact, in that same survey, nearly 90% of respondents said they have the flexibility they need to balance work and personal life and nearly 80% said Maritz does a great job prioritizing employee well being.

We have a passion for excellence and genuine care for the people making it possible.

Supports the Meeting Management/Planning Team (including but not limited to Meeting Event Managers (MEMs), Account Managers, Operations Managers and Directors) for assigned program deliverables. Works directly with them to develop and adhere to project timeline. Acts as primary liaison for management of support departments per assigned program.

What You'll Be Doing

• Manage event operations including hotel blocks, registration, inventory management, and program logistics for large and complex meetings
• Proven success managing large-scale National Sales Meetings, HCP programs, and incentive events with significant stakeholder visibility and business impact.
• Ability to serve as a trusted advisor to clients and internal stakeholders, providing strategic guidance throughout the planning and execution process.
• Advanced proficiency with Cvent, including website development, attendee management, reporting, and event technology solutions.
• Demonstrated success leading cross-functional teams, influencing stakeholders, and driving alignment across multiple workstreams.
• Exceptional communication, relationship management, and problem‑solving skills, with the ability to independently manage multiple high‑priority programs.
• Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Office tools, particularly Excel, and ability to analyze/report data
• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively across teams

What You’ll Bring

• Extensive experience as a Senior Meeting/Event Manager, preferably within Maritz or a similar environment
• Proven expertise managing large, complex programs including National Sales Meetings, HCP meetings, and Incentives
• Hands‑on experience with Cvent (required), including website builds and reporting
• Strong project management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines
• Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Office tools, particularly Excel, and ability to analyze/report data
• Excellent communication, organizational, and client service skills
• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively across teams

Nice To Have

• Prior Maritz experience strongly preferred
• Hospitality or event management degree
• Experience supporting onsite event execution
• Familiarity with program management systems and reporting tools
• Experience mentoring or onboarding newer team members

Working Logistics & Things You Should Know

• Work Location: Virtual or based in our Fenton, MO office.
• This position requires up to 20-30% travel
• Travel is for Operations Site Inspections and On‑site Program Execution

DISCLAIMER: This job description is designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by associates within this classification. It is not designed to confirm or be interpreted as a comprehensive summary of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of associates assigned to this job.

Maritz offers a comprehensive benefits package for full‑time employees including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability, paid parental leave, 401k, tuition reimbursement, paid time off, year end holiday closure, and more!

View all details at: www.MaritzBenefits.com

Maritz will only employ applicants who have authorization to work permanently in the U.S. This is not a position for which sponsorship will be provided. Those who need sponsorship for work authorization now or in the future are not eligible for hire. No calls or agencies please.

Maritz is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, color, religion, national origin, age, marital status, political affiliation, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, disability or protected veteran status. We are committed to providing a workplace free of any discrimination or harassment.

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