Senior Corporate Events & Catering Planner

Placements24; LegKraal Gate; Hybrid; ZAR 360,000 - 540,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Career development

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a highly organized Corporate Event Planner & Catering Specialist in Mahikeng, North West. The role blends event planning expertise with catering operations to design and deliver memorable corporate functions.

You will manage client briefings, budgets, vendor coordination, and on-site execution, with hybrid planning and on-site presence in the Mahikeng area. The ideal candidate has a proven track record in corporate events, strong vendor and budget management skills, and

Qualifications

• 5+ years of corporate event planning experience.
• Strong understanding of catering services and operations.
• Ability to manage multiple events end-to-end, from brief to execution.

Responsibilities

• Consult with clients to define event objectives, themes, and requirements.
• Develop proposals with budgets, timelines, and catering menus.
• Source and manage external vendors (decor, entertainment, venues).
• Coordinate all catering aspects to align with event theme.
• Oversee venue setup, AV, and staffing to ensure smooth execution.
• Provide on-site management and client satisfaction during events.
• Track expenses and ensure profitability of events.
• Maintain relationships with clients and vendors and stay updated on industry trends.

Skills

Event planning

Vendor management

Budgeting

Negotiation

Client communication

Project management

MS Office

Tools

Event management software

MS Office Suite

Job description

Placements24 is seeking a highly organized Corporate Event Planner & Catering Specialist in Mahikeng, North West. The role blends event planning expertise with catering operations to design and deliver memorable corporate functions.

You will manage client briefings, budgets, vendor coordination, and on-site execution, with hybrid planning and on-site presence in the Mahikeng area. The ideal candidate has a proven track record in corporate events, strong vendor and budget management skills, and