Sr. Meeting Event Manager

Maritz Global Events; United States; Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, vision

Life insurance

401k

Paid time off

Job summary

Maritz Global Events is seeking a Senior Meeting/Event Manager to lead complex meetings, including national sales meetings and incentive programs. You will manage operations, coordinate cross-functional teams, and provide strategic guidance from planning through execution.

The role requires strong Cvent proficiency, advanced Excel skills, and the ability to work independently with minimal supervision. The position offers flexible work options (virtual or in-office in Missouri) with up to 20–30%

Qualifications

• Hands-on experience with Cvent (website builds, attendee management, 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

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
• Serve as a trusted advisor to clients and internal stakeholders, providing strategic guidance throughout planning and execution
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure alignment across multiple workstreams
• Lead and mentor teams, ensuring timely delivery and high-quality results
• Travel for Operations Site Inspections and on-site program execution as needed

Skills

Cvent

Excel

Microsoft Office

Project management

Stakeholder management

Cross-functional collaboration

Communication

Data analysis / reporting

Independent work

Tools

Cvent

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.

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, re