Manager, Corporate Meetings, Princeton, NJ - Hybrid

Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd•Princeton, NJ

8d•$110,500 - $135,000•Hybrid

About The Position

The Manager, Corporate Meetings & Events is responsible for the strategic planning, execution, and evaluation of internal and external corporate meetings and events across Sun Pharma. This role ensures all events support business objectives, commercial strategies, and organizational priorities while delivering exceptional attendee experiences in full compliance with company policies and industry regulations. The Manager partners closely with cross-functional stakeholders to manage the full event lifecycle, from early planning and logistics development through onsite execution and post-event reporting.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Communications, Event Management, Business, or a related field.
6–8+ years of experience managing large‑scale corporate events, preferably within pharmaceuticals, healthcare, or life sciences.
Proficient in CVENT platform.
Strong knowledge of pharmaceutical industry compliance requirements and meeting regulations.
Proven experience managing multiple budgets and vendors simultaneously.
Excellent project management, organizational and problem‑solving skills.
Strong communication and stakeholder management abilities.
Ability to travel and support events onsite as required.

Nice To Haves

Certified Meetings Professional (CMP) credential preferred.

Responsibilities

Develop and execute an annual meetings and events strategy aligned with brand objectives, therapeutic area priorities, and overall business goals.
Collaborate with Commercial, Marketing, Sales, Medical Affairs, Market Access and Corporate Communications, to define event objectives, messaging, and attendee engagement strategies.
Lead end-to-end planning and execution of meetings and events, including national sales meetings, leadership meetings, product launches, advisory boards, training programs, and corporate events.
Oversee all logistical components, including venue selection, contract negotiations, registration management, housing, transportation, food and beverage, and onsite operations.
Manage ancillary meetings, executive hospitality programs, and attendee experience initiatives to ensure seamless event delivery.
Coordinate event materials, inventory management, shipping, storage, and distribution processes where applicable.
Ensure compliance with all Sun Pharma policies, SOPs, and applicable industry regulations, including FDA, PhRMA, and Sunshine Act requirements.
Manage relationships with external vendors, agencies, production partners, destination management companies, and event technology providers.
Initiate contracts and service agreements to optimize quality, cost efficiency, and risk mitigation while maintaining strong supplier partnerships.
Manage and reconcile event budgets; monitor expenditures, forecast costs, and identify opportunities for savings and operational efficiencies.
Process contracts, purchase orders, invoices, and compliance documentation in accordance with company policies and financial procedures.
Serve as the primary onsite event lead, directing internal teams, vendors and stakeholders to ensure flawless execution.
Measure event effectiveness through attendee feedback, business outcomes and post-event reporting.
Conduct post-event evaluations, identify lessons learned, and implement best practices to continuously improve program quality and impact.
Stay informed of industry trends, emerging technologies, and innovative event solutions to enhance attendee engagement and operational effectiveness.