USA) Senior Manager, Event Operations

Qualifications
7-10 years’ experience in event management (strategic and tactical)
Supreme organizational skills and attention to details
A passion for creating engaging experiences that surprise and delight
PowerPoint presentation building skills
Budgeting and timeline management experience
Strong written and oral communication
Ability to partner cross-functionally, building healthy relationships across an organization
A proven problem-solver who can identify the root cause of challenge and proactively work to solve
Ability to travel to assigned events
Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Hospitality, Business, or related field and 3 years’ experience in communications, project management, event management, or relevant area OR 5 years’ experience in experience in communications, project management, event management, or relevant area
2 years’ supervisory experience or experience leading cross-functional teams
Benefits
At Walmart, we offer competitive pay as well as performance-based bonus awards and other great benefits for a happier mind, body, and wallet
Health benefits include medical, vision and dental coverage
Financial benefits include 401(k), stock purchase and company-paid life insurance
Paid time off benefits include PTO (including sick leave), parental leave, family care leave, bereavement, jury duty, and voting
Other benefits include short-term and long-term disability, company discounts, Military Leave Pay, adoption and surrogacy expense reimbursement, and more
You will also receive PTO and/or PPTO that can be used for vacation, sick leave, holidays, or other purposes
The amount you receive depends on your job classification and length of employment
It will meet or exceed the requirements of paid sick leave laws, where applicable
Live Better U is a Walmart-paid education benefit program for full-time and part-time associates in Walmart and Sam's Club facilities
Programs range from high school completion to bachelor's degrees, including English Language Learning and short-form certificates
Tuition, books, and fees are completely paid for by Walmart
Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to a specific plan or program terms
Hoboken, New Jersey US-1027+:The annual salary range for this position is $108,000.00-$216,000.00
San Bruno, California US-08848:The annual salary range for this position is $117,000.00-$234,000.00
Additional compensation includes annual or quarterly performance bonuses
Responsibilities
This role is an integral part of a small team of four responsible for Walmart Connect event strategy and logistical management
The ideal candidate will have experience working on the sell-side of the media industry planning, managing, and executing all types of event activations and tactics— including but not limited to client entertaining, VIP dinners, major media industry and category specific conference sponsorship activations, 1000+ person multi-day summits
Own end-to-end logistical execution for an annual roster of events as assigned to you by the Head of Events
Design event activations to drive and measure the desired business objectives
Create and drive event planning timelines inclusive of kick-off meetings with marketing strategists, briefings with internal attendees, creative briefings for brand managers and creative teams
Ensure all deadlines are met
Cultivate key relationships for crucial collaboration-- aligning multiple different stakeholders around the vision for each event you produce
Work with event content manager to execute customer facing event communications including but not limited to invitations, agendas, onsite collateral, and signage
Engage Corporate Communications to create all thought leadership, panels and presentation event elements
Engage Brand Strategy on all branding elements and design
Own the creation of an always-up-to-date master PowerPoint presentation for each event that outlines details
Present plans to key stakeholders and leaders for alignment and approvals
Execute venue sourcing and site visits and selection for best fit locations
Evaluate vendor services and venues according to industry standards and stakeholder requirements; communicate and gain buy-in on recommendations
Effectively negotiate contracts for hotels, venues and vendors, including F&B, any/all audio-visual elements appropriate for events
Registration/list management (e.g., invite lists, attendee management, rooming lists, name badges in partnership with lead development representatives)
Act as the on-site captain to direct vendors, support internal attendees, greet guests, and trouble shoot in real time
Create post event follow ups and surveys to measure and document success
Manage event budget, invoice payment, and post event reconciliation
Continue to learn from each activation and make recommendations for future executions to improve outcomes and create efficiencies
Always acting in accordance with documented Walmart values and our everyday low-cost ethos
Job description
Position Summary...

What you'll do...

Sr. Manager, Events

ABOUT WALMART CONNECT

Walmart Connect is Walmart’s advertising platform for brands, uniquely designed to reach hundreds of millions of U.S. shoppers across their entire shopping journey. We connect billions of shopping behaviors to real transactions (both online and in-store) and help suppliers truly understand how their marketing drives results.

WHAT WE ARE SEEKING

Walmart Connect is looking for a seasoned event producer to join our B2B Brand and Enterprise Sales Marketing team to support our mission to become a must-buy ad platform for brands of all sizes. This role is an integral part of a small team of four responsible for Walmart Connect event strategy and logistical management.

The ideal candidate will have experience working on the sell-side of the media industry planning, managing, and executing all types of event activations and tactics— including but not limited to client entertaining, VIP dinners, major media industry and category specific conference sponsorship activations, 1000+ person multi-day summits.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
• Own end-to-end logistical execution for an annual roster of events as assigned to you by the Head of Events.
• Design event activations to drive and measure the desired business objectives
• Create and drive event planning timelines inclusive of kick-off meetings with marketing strategists, briefings with internal attendees, creative briefings for brand managers and creative teams. Ensure all deadlines are met.
• Cultivate key relationships for crucial collaboration-- aligning multiple different stakeholders around the vision for each event you produce.
• Work with event content manager to execute customer facing event communications including but not limited to invitations, agendas, onsite collateral, and signage.
• Engage Corporate Communications to create all thought leadership, panels and presentation event elements.
• Engage Brand Strategy on all branding elements and design
• Own the creation of an always-up-to-date master PowerPoint presentation for each event that outlines details
• Present plans to key stakeholders and leaders for alignment and approvals
• Execute venue sourcing and site visits and selection for best fit locations
• Evaluate vendor services and venues according to industry standards and stakeholder requirements; communicate and gain buy-in on recommendations.
• Effectively negotiate contracts for hotels, venues and vendors, including F&B, any/all audio-visual elements appropriate for events.
• Registration/list management (e.g., invite lists, attendee management, rooming lists, name badges in partnership with lead development representatives)
• Act as the on-site captain to direct vendors, support internal attendees, greet guests, and trouble shoot in real time
• Create post event follow ups and surveys to measure and document success
• Manage event budget, invoice payment, and post event reconciliation
• Continue to learn from each activation and make recommendations for future executions to improve outcomes and create efficiencies.
• Always acting in accordance with documented Walmart values and our everyday low-cost ethos

REQUIREMENTS
• 7-10 years’ experience in event management (strategic and tactical)
• Supreme organizational skills and attention to details
• A passion for creating engaging experiences that surprise and delight
• PowerPoint presentation building skills
• Budgeting and timeline management experience
• Strong written and oral communication
• Ability to partner cross-functionally, building healthy relationships across an organization
• A proven problem-solver who can identify the root cause of challenge and proactively work to solve
• Experience in the media industry a plus
• Ability to travel to assigned events

At Walmart, we offer competitive pay as well as performance-based bonus awards and other great benefits for a happier mind, body, and wallet. Health benefits include medical, vision and dental coverage. Financial benefits include 401(k), stock purchase and company-paid life insurance. Paid time off benefits include PTO (including sick leave), parental leave, family care leave, bereavement, jury duty, and voting. Other benefits include short-term and long-term disability, company discounts, Military Leave Pay, adoption and surrogacy expense reimbursement, and more.

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You will also receive PTO and/or PPTO that can be used for vacation, sick leave, holidays, or other purposes. The amount you receive depends on your job classification and length of employment. It will meet or exceed the requirements of paid sick leave laws, where applicable.

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For information about PTO, see https://one.walmart.com/notices.

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Live Better U is a Walmart-paid education benefit program for full-time and part-time associates in Walmart and Sam's Club facilities. Programs range from high school completion to bachelor's degrees, including English Language Learning and short-form certificates. Tuition, books, and fees are completely paid for by Walmart.

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Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to a specific plan or program terms.

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For information about benefits and eligibility, see One.Walmart.

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Hoboken, New Jersey US-1027+:The annual salary range for this position is $108,000.00-$216,000.00

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San Bruno, California US-08848:The annual salary range for this position is $117,000.00-$234,000.00

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Additional compensation includes annual or quarterly performance bonuses.

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Additional compensation for certain positions may also include:

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Minimum Qualifications...

Outlined below are the required minimum qualifications for this position. If none are listed, there are no minimum qualifications.

Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in Communications, Hospitality, Business, or related field and 3 years’ experience in communications, project management, event management, or relevant area OR 5 years’ experience in experience in communications, project management, event management, or relevant area. 2 years’ supervisory experience or experience leading cross-functional teams.

Preferred Qualifications...

Outlined below are the optional preferred qualifications for this position. If none are listed, there are no preferred qualifications.

Event Planning, Live Audio/Video Production

Primary Location...

221 River St, Hoboken, NJ 07030, United States of America