Strategic Pharma Event Leader

Biopharma Careers; Foster City (CA); Hybrid; USD 127,000 - 164,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Discretionary annual bonus

Stock-based long-term incentives

Paid time off & benefits

Job summary

Gilead Sciences Inc. in Foster City, CA, seeks an experienced Events Manager to lead HCP programs, medical education initiatives and conference planning. You will coordinate with internal stakeholders and external vendors to ensure flawless logistics and impactful events.

The role requires 6+ years in pharmaceutical events, strong vendor negotiation, team leadership and excellent communication. You will manage budgets, schedules and travel logistics, contributing to Gilead's mission to deliver

Qualifications

• BA degree and 6+ years of relevant experience in the pharmaceutical or event planning industry or a master's degree with 4 years of experience listed above.
• Experience in pharmaceutical events and conference planning.
• Proven ability to manage budgets and lead cross-functional teams.

Responsibilities

• Organizes and plans logistics for HCP programs including medical education programs and conferences.
• Works with internal stakeholders and vendors to ensure meetings meet expectations.
• Prepares post-event analysis and reports on event metrics.

Skills

Event planning

Vendor contracts

Stakeholder management

Budget management

Communication skills

Team leadership

Conference planning

Pharmaceutical environment

Education

BA degree in life sciences or related field

Master's degree in a related field

Job description

Gilead Sciences Inc. in Foster City, CA, seeks an experienced Events Manager to lead HCP programs, medical education initiatives and conference planning. You will coordinate with internal stakeholders and external vendors to ensure flawless logistics and impactful events.

The role requires 6+ years in pharmaceutical events, strong vendor negotiation, team leadership and excellent communication. You will manage budgets, schedules and travel logistics, contributing to Gilead's mission to deliver