Events program manager

We are seeking an experienced, strategic, and highly organized Events Program Manager to join our Global Travel & Expense team. This role is responsible for leading the sourcing and operational execution of small- and medium-sized corporate meetings and events while helping build and scale global Meetings & Events program. This position focuses on internal events, executive meetings, customer-facing business events, offsites, and group travel, partnering closely with Finance, Strategic Sourcing, Procurement, Legal, Workplace, Security, and business stakeholders. The ideal candidate combines operational excellence with strategic thinking and is passionate about building scalable programs, optimizing supplier partnerships, implementing technology, leveraging AI, and delivering exceptional attendee experiences. Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Hospitality, Business, Event Management, Supply Chain, or a related field.
• 5+ years of experience managing corporate meetings and events, strategic sourcing, travel management, hospitality, procurement, or a related field.
• Demonstrated experience negotiating venue, hotel, and supplier contracts.
• Experience managing group travel and complex meeting logistics.
• Project management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent stakeholder management, communication, and relationship-building skills.
• Analytical skills with experience developing reports, dashboards, and program metrics.
• Experience implementing or administering meetings, travel, or event technology platforms (Cvent, Groupize, HRS, Navan, etc.) is preferred.
• Experience leveraging automation, AI, or workflow technology to improve business processes is a plus.
• Professional certifications such as CMP, CMM, or related credentials are a plus.

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salary: $66 - $81 per hour
shift: First
work hours: 8 AM - 5 PM
education: Bachelors

Responsibilities

Role Summary: Events Program Manager

• Event Execution & Logistics: Lead end-to-end sourcing, venue management, contract negotiations, room blocks, ground transport, and small-to-medium event execution (executive meetings, offsites, trainings, and customer engagements).
• Travel & Operations: Partner with the Global Travel team to coordinate group air travel and build standardized playbooks, intake processes, and governance to scale global planning.
• Supplier Management & RFPs: Conduct RFPs, negotiate favorable terms, develop preferred supplier relationships, and drive cost savings.
• Technology & Innovation: Implement and manage M&E technologies (sourcing platforms, registration systems, payment tools) while leveraging AI, automation, and reporting dashboards to optimize spend, compliance, and user experience.
• Compliance & Program Health: Ensure alignment with company policies, financial controls, and risk management while tracking program KPIs and supporting broader Travel & Expense initiatives.

Skills

• Project Manager
• Program Management
• Event Coordination (3 years of experience is required)
• travel

Qualifications

• Years of experience: 5 years
• Experience level: Experienced

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This posting is open for thirty (30) days.

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