Gartner

Manager, Conferences (Process Improvement & Operations)

Gartner$70K — $104K *
Hospitality & Recreation
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree required
  • 5+ years of experience in event, sponsorship, or conference operations
  • Proven track record in process improvement and project management
  • Demonstrated leadership abilities within a team
  • Strong analytical skills with a focus on operational excellence

Responsibilities

  • Develop operational strategies to enhance conference delivery
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align on initiatives
  • Create processes for effective financial management of conferences
  • Monitor key performance metrics and provide insights to leadership
  • Manage complex projects with multiple stakeholders ensuring timely delivery

Benefits

  • Flexible hybrid work environment
  • Generous paid time off (PTO)
  • 401k match up to $7,200 per year
  • Opportunity to purchase company stock at a discount
  • Disproportionate rewards for top performers
Full Job Description
We are seeking a results-oriented Manager to define and document operating procedures for conference delivery involving multiple teams and stakeholders. The ideal candidate will have experience in organizing events, sponsorships, or conferences, along with a demonstrated track record in effective project management. The ideal candidate will also be able to identify and implement process efficiencies and create tools to support conference delivery. As financial management is a critical component of conference delivery, experience managing large event budgets is required.

What you will do:
  • Develop and execute operational strategies and process improvements to enhance conference delivery, drive efficiencies, and support business objectives.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders to ensure new initiatives or programs are aligned to their needs.
  • Develop processes to ensure effective conference financial management (expenses and revenue) including forecasts, budget writing, and investments.
  • Monitor and report on key performance metrics, providing actionable insights to leadership.
  • Manage complex projects with multiple stakeholders, ensuring timely delivery and high-quality outcomes.


What you will need:
  • Bachelor's degree required.
  • 5+ years of experience in event, sponsorship, or conference operations.
  • Demonstrated success in process improvement, project management, and team leadership.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a track record of driving operational excellence.
  • Excellent communication, collaboration, and stakeholder management abilities.


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What do we offer?

Gartner offers world-class benefits, highly competitive compensation and disproportionate rewards for top performers.

In our hybrid work environment, we provide the flexibility and support for you to thrive - working virtually when it's productive to do so and getting together with colleagues in a vibrant community that is purposeful, engaging and inspiring.

Ready to grow your career with Gartner? Join us.

Gartner believes in fair and equitable pay. A reasonable estimate of the base salary range for this role is 70,000 USD - 104,000 USD. Please note that actual salaries may vary within the range, or be above or below the range, based on factors including, but not limited to, education, training, experience, professional achievement, business need, and location. In addition to base salary, employees will participate in either an annual bonus plan based on company and individual performance, or a role-based, uncapped sales incentive plan. Our talent acquisition team will provide the specific opportunity on our bonus or incentive programs to eligible candidates. We also offer market leading benefit programs including generous PTO, a 401k match up to $7,200 per year, the opportunity to purchase company stock at a discount, and more.

Job Requisition ID:111677

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Gartner, Inc. is a research and advisory company that provides information, advice, and tools for leaders in IT, finance, HR, customer service and support, legal and compliance, marketing, sales, and supply chain functions. The company operates in more than 100 countries and has over 16,000 employees. Gartner was founded in 1979 and is headquartered in Stamford, Connecticut.
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