Description
This is an exciting opportunity to be part of the MedVet Marketing team. This individual is tasked with deliveringmany of thepremiere events for MedVeta core component of our Partner Experience strategy.
Reporting directly to Sr. Specialist- Event Marketing the EventSpecialistis responsible for planning and coordinating in-personeventswhile supporting additional virtual eventsfor MedVet throughout the year. They will be responsible forevery detail of in-person Continuing EducationeventsVMA conferences as well as other events and meetingsthat help foster relationships between referral partners and our MedVet doctors as needed.
In this roletheEvent Specialistwillhelp with event research strategy andoutline the scope of the eventdevelop any event themes concepts or activitieswith support of other creative team membersscout and inspect event venues negotiate and manage vendor contracts and collaborate with internal stakeholders to make sure the event delivers the MedVet Experience.
The position requires a highly collaborativeand motivatedindividual with excellent organizational and project management skills excellent verbal and written communication skills exceptional attention to detail and strong interpersonal and problem-solving skills. Must be comfortable working an irregular schedule including nights and weekends to accommodate organizational andpartnerneeds.
This position will have a start date of January 2026.
Responsibilities include but are not limited to
- Meetsinternallywith event stakeholders to gain an understanding of the events purpose and goals
- Outlines the scope of the event includingnumber of participants needed elements to make it successful including food
- Scouts and inspects event venues
- Works with vendors to get bids and determines best fit for the budget and goals of the event
- Negotiates and manages vendor contracts
- Coordinates event logistics and services including technology and equipment needed to run the event as well as food drinks transportation lodging and more
- Manages the budget and ensures events stay within guidelines; ensure vendors are paid timely
- Fosters and maintains relationships with caterers venue operators and other vendors
- Collaborates to procure materials presentations and other resources for the event
- Provides a Post-event Briefing Report and surveys event participants to gather feedback
- Creates manages and maintains the event mobile application as appropriate
- Organizes and conducts pre / post meetings with key stakeholders for example : presenters and volunteers
- Solicits trains manages event volunteers; ensuring any paid volunteers are compensated timely
- Additional duties as defined by the needs of the department
Knowledge Skills and Abilities
Our ideal candidate has a college degree in marketing communications or hospitality management or related major and a minimum of fiveyears experience with promotion marketing and event / meeting planning.
Planning and executing corporate / company events conferences trade shows or similar marketing events is required.Proven track record managing events of varying scales from intimate dinners (10-30 attendees) to large conferences (500 attendees)Experience managing event budgets including vendor management and cost optimizationDemonstrated ability to manage multiple events simultaneouslyIn addition this position requires :
Expert using the latest versions of Microsoft Word Excel PowerPoint Mail Merges and Email.Proficient with event management tools such as Eventbrite Zoom and Expo PassSuperior English-language editorial and writing skillsSuperb organizational skills with the ability to prioritize direct and solve problemsExceptional project management skillsHigh-detail orientationAbility to work collaboratively and collaborate cross-functionally to ensure all details are communicated and flawlessly executedIdentifies troubleshoots escalates and resolves problems in a timely manner. Persists at troubleshooting and research until problem is resolved.Speaks and writes clearly and with a purpose. Able to communicate technical topics to non-technical employees. Responds well to questions.Able to prioritize and perform responsibilities in a pressure environment; responds to management requests.Able to lift 25lbs.Able to travel 30% to attend events in MedVets North / East region.Compensation :
This position has a hiring range of $65000 to $73000 annually based on skills and experience.
Perks and Benefits include :
Comprehensive Health BenefitsVision and DentalHSA FSA and Independent Care Spending401k with Employer MatchPaid Time Off (PTO)Employee Pet DiscountsElective Short-Term Disability Life and Accident Insurance and company paid Long Term DisabilityCome as you an equal opportunity employer. We are also a drug-free organization; therefore employment withMedVetis dependent upon the passing of a drug screen and background check.
MedVet does not accept unsolicited resumes from third-party recruiters.
Required Experience :
IC
Key Skills
Digital Marketing,Marketing,Google Analytics,Pardot,HTML5,MailChimp,Marketing Automation,Salesforce Marketing Cloud,HubSpot,Responsys,Email Marketing,Social Media Management
Employment Type : Full-Time
Department / Functional Area : Marketing
Experience : years
Vacancy : 1
Yearly Salary Salary : 65000 - 73000