* United States of America - North Carolina - Morrisville
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Description and Requirements
We are seeking an Events Manager for Lenovo’s North America International Sales Organization. This individual will support both in-person and virtual events, including executive briefings, consumer, commercial, partner, customer advisory council, and global marketing strategic events. The ideal candidate will assist in the planning and execution of event logistics, ensuring alignment with business goals and key stakeholder objectives.
Key Responsibilities
- Event Planning and Support: Assist in the development and execution of event plans, including logistics, registration, product showcases, staffing, booth design, security, and operations.
- Coordination and Communication: Maintain regular communication with internal and external stakeholders, providing updates through project management tools and regular status calls.
- Budget Adherence: Support budget management by adhering to financial guidelines and assisting in the use of financial tools (Anaplan and Ariba) for payment processes and vendor management.
- Data Tracking and Reporting: Track event activities and performance metrics, providing updates and reports to the marketing teams and stakeholders.
- Stakeholder Collaboration: Work with North America segment marketing managers, ambassadors, sales managers, and the global events team to support event strategies and ensure alignment with broader company objectives.
- Innovative Event Solutions: Assist in the design and production of virtual and hybrid customer experiences, utilizing technology to enhance engagement.
- Training and Education: Help educate North America teams, including sales and executives, on event participation strategies to maximize engagement and attendance.
- Cross-Functional Collaboration: Collaborate with Infrastructure Solutions Group (ISG) teams to integrate IDG products and content into events, showcasing Lenovo’s comprehensive solutions.
Basic Requirements:
- 3+ years’ experience in marketing or event planning
- Ability to travel up to 30% of the time to support event execution and management.
Preferred Requirements:
- Relationship Building: Ability to build relationships and work collaboratively within a matrixed organization.
- Creative Event Solutions: Experience in assisting with the design and production of virtual or hybrid events, utilizing technology to create engaging customer experiences.
- Commitment to Quality: Passion for executing high-quality programs that create buzz and engage Lenovo’s partners and customers.
- Communication Skills:Excellent written and verbal communication skills, capable of conveying event details clearly and effectively to diverse audiences.
- Organizational Skills:Strong attention to detail and organizational abilities, capable of managing multiple tasks and supporting various projects simultaneously.
***This position is a hybrid role, requiring three days per week in our Morrisville office and two days working from home.
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any federal, state, or local protected class.
Additional Locations: * United States of America - North Carolina - Morrisville
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