Event Planner

Event Planner

Location: Clearwater, FL area only

About the Role

We are seeking an Event Planner to support the planning and execution of corporate events primarily based in Clearwater/Tampa, FL. This role is hands-on and execution-focused, with a strong emphasis on food & beverage, dcor, and onsite event delivery. Most events take place in-office or within the Tampa area, with some regional travel and occasional travel to Greenville.

This role is best suited for someone who is truly passionate about event planning, enjoys being onsite, and takes pride in creating polished, well-run experiencesfrom internal meetings to customer-facing events and hosted happy hours.

What You'll Do

• Plan and execute a variety of corporate events, primarily based in Clearwater, Tampa, and surrounding areas
• Partner with event stakeholders to gather requirements, develop event plans, and create detailed budgets and proposals
• Manage key logistics for events, with a heavy focus on food & beverage, dcor, room setup, and overall guest experience
• Research, recommend, and manage venues, catering partners, dcor vendors, and other event suppliers
• Negotiate vendor contracts and manage costs to ensure budget alignment
• Own full budget accountability, including projections, tracking during planning, and post-event reconciliation
• Develop event agendas and timelines; coordinate audio-visual services and third-party production partners as needed
• Coordinate event communications, including invitations and registration
• Provide onsite event support, including early-morning setup and after-hours execution when required
• Support recurring happy hours and evening events (approximately once per month)
• Utilize event tracking tools and databases to manage event workflows and reporting
• Collaborate closely with the broader Events team to share best practices and support coverage as needed
• Complete additional event-related duties as assigned

What We're Looking For

• 24 years of hands-on event planning experience, preferably in a corporate or hospitality environment
• Demonstrated experience managing food & beverage and dcor, with strong attention to guest experience and presentation
• Comfortable being onsite for events, including setup, execution, and breakdown
• Strong organizational and time-management skills with the ability to manage multiple events at once
• Experience managing event budgets, including projections and reconciliations
• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with stakeholders and vendors
• Strong vendor-management and negotiation skills
• Ability to work early mornings (often 7:30am starts) on occasion to support events beginning at 9:00am
• Flexibility to work occasional evenings and non-standard hours as required for events (rotated fairly across the team)
• Ability to lift and move up to 20 lbs and be on your feet for extended periods during event days
• Clear communicator with strong attention to detail
• Genuine passion for event planning and delivering high-quality experiences

Technical & Functional Skills

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, with strong working knowledge of Excel and PowerPoint
• Experience using Cvent, Marketo, or other event registration and virtual event platforms
• Knowledge of the IT channel is a plus

Education

• Education preferred in Hospitality, Marketing, Communications, or related field; equivalent experience considered

Travel Requirements

• Ability to travel up to approximately 25% to support regional events and business needs. Travel is primarily within Florida, with occasional travel elsewhere.
• Candidates must maintain a valid driver's license and reliable transportation for local travel within the Tampa area.
• A Real ID-compliant driver's license and valid passport are preferred.

Working Conditions

• Location: Clearwater, FL must be within driving distance
• Hybrid work arrangement / In-office expectation: Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday when not traveling
• Travel: Approximately 25%, primarily regional within Florida
• Some early mornings and after-hours events required based on event schedules
• Professional office environment with frequent onsite event work

At TD SYNNEX, our values guide everything we do: Together, We Own It, We Dare to Go, We Grow and Win, and above all, We Do the Right Thing. These principles shape how we work with each other, our partners, and our communities as we drive innovation and create lasting impact.

What's In It For You?

• Elective Benefits: Our programs are tailored to your country to best accommodate your lifestyle.
• Grow Your Career: Accelerate your path to success (and keep up with the future) with formal programs on leadership and professional development, and many more on-demand courses.
• Elevate Your Personal Well-Being: Boost your financial, physical, and mental well-being through seminars, events, and our global Life Empowerment Assistance Program.
• Diversity, Equity & Inclusion: It's not just a phrase to us; valuing every voice is how we succeed. Join us in celebrating our global diversity through inclusive education, meaningful peer-to-peer conversations, and equitable growth and development opportunities.
• Make the Most of our Global Organization: Network with other new co-workers within your first 30 days through our onboarding program.
• Connect with Your Community: Participate in internal, peer-led inclusive communities and activities, including business resource groups, local volunteering events, and more environmental and social initiatives.

Don't meet every single requirement? Apply anyway.

At TD SYNNEX, we're proud to be recognized as a great place to work and a leader in the promotion and practice of diversity, equity and inclusion. If you're excited about working for our company and believe you're a good fit for this role, we encourage you to apply. You may be exactly the person we're looking for!

We are an equal opportunity employer and committed to building a team that represents and empowers a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, genetics, age, or any other characteristic protected by law. TD SYNNEX is an E-Verify company