Meeting Planner, Professional Education

Becton Dickinson Medical Devices•Warwick, RI

14d•$96,692 - $154,708•Onsite

About The Position

The Meeting Planner, Professional Education is responsible for leading the planning, coordination, and logistics management for in-person educational events for healthcare professionals (HCPs). This role requires strong event planning, project management, and communication skills, with the ability to work independently while managing multiple stakeholders and priorities. The ideal candidate brings experience in medical device event planning and a deep understanding of compliance requirements related to HCP interactions. To ensure seamless operations, this individual will need to effectively collaborate primarily with the Professional Education Operations Team, the Professional Education Program Team, HCPs, and field Sales associates. This role operates in a fast-paced, collaborative environment and requires a proactive approach to problem-solving. We are the makers of possible BD is one of the largest global medical technology companies in the world. Advancing the world of health™ is our Purpose, and it’s no small feat. It takes the imagination and passion of all of us—from design and engineering to the manufacturing and marketing of our billions of MedTech products per year—to look at the impossible and find transformative solutions that turn dreams into possibilities. We believe that the human element, across our global teams, is what allows us to continually evolve. Join us and discover an environment in which you’ll be supported to learn, grow and become your best self. Become a maker of possible with us.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university required
5 + years of experience in event planning required, preferably within the medical device or healthcare industry.
Strong project management and organizational skills with exceptional attention to detail.
Ability to manage multiple events and stakeholders simultaneously with minimal guidance.
Highly professional with excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Basic budget management and contract negotiation experience.
Strong understanding of HCC compliance in relation to HCP education .
Proficiency in Microsoft Office
Experience with event management tools ( e.g. CVENT ) and project management tools (e.g., Asana, Smartsheets ) .
Ability to apply knowledge and skills to a variety of standard activities while growing in autonomy and impact.
Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to communicate effectively and professionally with external partners.
Must be able to speak and write English fluently.

Nice To Haves

CMP (Certified Meeting Planner) or CMM (Certified Meeting Manager) designation preferred .

Responsibilities

Lead end-to-end planning and execution of in-person profession al education events, including symposiums, labs, workshops, and other events as .
Manage event logistics , including registration in event management tool (CVENT), timelines, budgets, reporting, and stakeholder communications to ensure seamless delivery.
Lead on-site logistics for surgical education events.
Source event locations and negotiate associated contracts.
Develop event agendas and promotional materials and route for medical/legal/regulatory approval.
Collaborate cross-functionally with Sales, Marketing, Compliance, Finance, and external vendors to align on event goals and execution.
Update event management tool (CVENT) with program budget and other details .
Monitor and report on event metrics, evaluation data , and outcomes to support continuous improvement.
Ensure all activities comply with HCC guidelines and BD policies related to HCP interactions.
Provide mentorship and guidance to junior team members or contingent workers as needed.
Maintain visibility into project progress through project management tool (Asana) and regular updates to stakeholders.
Identify opportunities for process improvements in local meeting and events execution.
Ability to travel up to 30% per month.