Event Manager

Raising Cane's • Plano, TX

6h

About The Position

The Events Manager is responsible for supporting Raising Cane’s high-impact events and conferences designed to increase consumer engagement and brand awareness. This role understands how successful events contribute to sales and marketing goals, advance company initiatives, and deliver premium memorable experiences.

Requirements

• 3-5 years of experience in event planning, brand activation, or event management
• Bachelor's degree in hospitality management, marketing, business, or related field
• Direct experience planning and executing hospitality-focused events
• Strong organizational and communication skills with the ability to manage multiple, changing priorities
• Self-directed, adaptable problem solver who works effectively both independently and cross functionally
• Ability to exercise professional judgment and discretion, including maintaining confidentiality and guest privacy
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, and Word
• Flexibility to work non-standard hours and weekends as needed

Nice To Haves

• Experience in travel planning, including hotel rooming lists, flight coordination, and guest logistics

Responsibilities

• Plan and execute high-impact events and conferences, including flagship offsite gatherings and corporate meetings of various scales, ensuring alignment with brand, company initiatives, and attendee experience
• Lead end-to-end event planning from ideation through post-event analysis, managing timelines, budgets, and execution details
• Partner with cross-functional teams throughout the event lifecycle to drive clear communication and alignment at each stage
• Facilitate and lead cross-functional meetings with internal teams, vendors, and key stakeholders to align on objectives, timelines, and event requirements
• Select and manage premium venues, suppliers, caterers, staffing, and entertainment partners that support event goals and elevate the attendee experience
• Support pre-planning and onsite activation at high-profile brand events, including project planning, vendor and venue research, executive and guest travel coordination, hotel rooming lists, gifting selections, event communication, and budget management
• Anticipate attendee needs and proactively addresses potential logistical challenges to create a seamless experience

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees