Event Planner
Glazer's Beer and Beverage, LLC•Addison, TX
•Onsite
About The Position
The Event & Large Meeting Planner is responsible for the planning and execution of large-scale, complex events including conferences, conventions, and corporate meetings. This role manages the full event lifecycle—from strategy and budgeting through on-site delivery—while ensuring alignment with business objectives, regulatory requirements, and attendee experience standards.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in hospitality, business, tourism, marketing, or related field
- 3+ years of experience in event planning, large meeting planning, or hospitality operations
- Experience managing large, complex, or high-attendance events
- Strong negotiation, communication, and organizational skills
- Proven budget management and vendor coordination experience
- Ability to multitask, make sound decisions under pressure, and maintain strong attention to detail
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office and collaboration tools (Outlook, Teams); familiarity with event management or CRM platforms
Nice To Haves
- Experience supporting events for a distributed or remote workforce
- Bilingual (English/Spanish)
- Lean Six Sigma or Six Sigma Yellow Belt certification
Responsibilities
- Partner with internal stakeholders to define event goals, scope, timelines, and budgets
- Plan and execute high-attendance events, managing multiple projects simultaneously
- Source venues and negotiate contracts; oversee room setups, catering, A/V, transportation, and registration
- Develop and manage event budgets; track expenses and review vendor invoices
- Coordinate and manage vendors including A/V, catering, security, technology, and speakers
- Travel to events as needed to oversee on-site setup, registration, and live execution
- Collaborate with Marketing and Communications on branding, promotions, and attendee communications
- Utilize event technology platforms for registration, virtual/hybrid events, and reporting
- Identify risks and implement contingency plans
- Support post-event reporting and continuous improvement efforts
- Perform other duties as assigned
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
