Position Summary...What you'll do...Event Manager - Programs & EventsPosition Summary The Event Manager is responsible for the planning, coordination, and execution of enterprise programs, training initiatives, leadership events, and large-scale organizational experiences in both virtual and in-person environments. This role drives end-to-end event delivery, stakeholder alignment, participant engagement, operational execution, and continuous program improvement while ensuring a high-quality attendee experience. This position is not a remote position. Expected to be in office 100% of the time. Successful candidate must live in or around Bentonville, AR.
Key Responsibilities Program Ownership & Execution Leadership - Own and lead the planning and execution of training programs, onboarding experiences, and leadership events in both virtual and in-person formats.
- Manage annual program calendars, event timelines, milestones, and execution plans.
- Oversee participant management activities including outreach, invitations, registration campaigns and attendance tracking.
- Ensure all event offerings are accurately created, maintained, and communicated.
Large-Scale Event Management - Lead high-visibility events of 15 to 1200 attendees including but not limited to the below programs:
- Director Onboarding
- Manager Summit
- BU Roadshows
- Tech Appreciation Events
- Stakeholder Events
- Office Hours
- Drive end-to-end event execution including agenda development, communications, logistics coordination, and on-site delivery.
- Ensure seamless attendee experiences and operational excellence throughout all phases of event management.
Stakeholder & Program Management - Partner with leadership teams to align program objectives, messaging, deliverables, and desired outcomes.
- Manage communications, registration processes, and participant engagement strategies.
- Lead project planning meetings, milestone tracking, and execution updates.
- Build and maintain strong partnerships with internal teams including recruiting, enterprise teams, technology, workplace hospitality, catering, program owners, and academy partners.
- Coordinate with external vendors, hotels, catering partners, speakers, and event suppliers to ensure successful delivery.
Financial & Risk Management - Manage event and program budgets while tracking expenses and forecasting costs.
- Identify risks, resolve issues proactively, and escalate concerns when necessary.
- Negotiate vendor pricing, venue contracts, and hotel room blocks to maximize value and efficiency.
Team Leadership - Coach Event Planners, providing guidance on priorities, workload management, and execution standards.
- Promote consistent event execution processes and high-quality attendee experiences across all programs and events.
Continuous Improvement - Review event feedback, attendee surveys, and performance metrics to identify opportunities for improvement.
- Partner with senior leadership on event strategy, planning enhancements, and operational efficiencies.
- Implement process improvements to elevate future program and event execution.
Qualifications - 2+ years of experience in event management, program management, corporate events, or related experience.
- Strong leadership and team development capabilities.
- Exceptional attention to detail and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to influence and collaborate across cross-functional teams.
- Strong negotiation and vendor management experience.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, Teams, and event management platforms.
- Proven experience managing large-scale, high-visibility events and leadership programs.
- Strong project management, organizational, and multitasking skills.
- Experience managing budgets, vendors, contracts, and event logistics.
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
- Ability to thrive in fast-paced environments and manage multiple priorities simultaneously.
Preferred Skills - Bachelor's degree in Event Management, Business Administration, Communications, Hospitality, or related field preferred.
- 5+ years of experience in event management, program management, corporate events, or related experience.
Travel & Schedule Expectations - Ability to travel as needed to support on-site event execution and leadership programs.
- Flexibility to support events outside standard business hours when required.
The annual salary range for this position is $80,000.00 - $155,000.00
Additional compensation includes annual or quarterly performance bonuses.
Additional compensation for certain positions may also include :
- Stock
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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 Finance, Human Resources, Engineering, Supply Chain, or related field and 2 years' experience in consulting, project management, business strategy, or relevant area OR 4 years' experience in consulting, project management, business strategy, or related area.
Preferred Qualifications...Outlined below are the optional preferred qualifications for this position. If none are listed, there are no preferred qualifications.
Leadership of cross-functional task forces or projects, Project Management
Masters, Masters: Human Resources, Masters: Supply Chain
Lean Six Sigma Champion Certification - Certification
Primary Location...814 Respect Dr, Bentonville, AR 72716, United States of America
