Senior Specialist - Event Planning

Microchip • Chandler, AZ

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About The Position

Microchip Technology Inc. is committed to making innovative design easier through total system solutions that address critical challenges at the intersection of emerging technologies and durable end markets. Its easy-to-use development tools and comprehensive product portfolio supports customers throughout the design process, from concept to completion. Headquartered in Chandler, Arizona, Microchip offers outstanding technical support and delivers solutions across the industrial, automotive, consumer, aerospace and defense, communications and computing markets. For more information, visit the Microchip website at www.microchip.com . This position supports the event team in delivering high-impact live and virtual experiences. The role requires a balance of project management, cross-functional collaboration, and hands-on execution to ensure events run seamlessly.

Requirements

• Minimum Bachelor’s degree in marketing, advertising, communications, or equivalent work experience in a fast-paced corporate Marketing or Communications department.
• Extensive knowledge of and proficiency in MS Office (Teams, SharePoint, Word, Excel, PowerPoint); some experience with event management technology tools (Cvent or Aventri) is preferred; experience with the ON24 (or similar) webinar platform is also preferred. Additional technologies such as inventory management tools desired.
• Working knowledge of the broader marketing function, tradeshows, event or meeting planning.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills; sharp grammar skills.
• Ability to effectively and professionally present orally and in written form to all levels within the company.
• Experience promoting events across all channels.
• Extensive experience handling multiple projects for various customers and ensuring accuracy toward completion.
• Able to effectively manage time and prioritize tasks.
• Flexibility and strength in dealing with tight deadlines and rapidly changing situations.
• Approximately 10% travel required. May involve some international.
• Five to seven years of experience in marketing, event management, corporate communications or related experience; high-technology and/or business-to-business experience required.
• This position is not eligible for Microchip immigration sponsorship.
• Hearing, Seeing, Talking, Works Alone, Works Around Others
• sitting, standing, walking, driving, flying

Nice To Haves

• Prior experience in semiconductor industry a plus.

Responsibilities

• Develops event strategies that align with business objectives, enhance attendee experience, and deliver measurable impact.
• Lead and manage the end-to-end planning process for webinars and in-person events, including leading cross-functional planning calls, strategy alignment, event design, and post-event analytics and reporting.
• Oversee logistics for in-person events, such as ordering show services, booth and demo design, coordinating with the exhibit house, and managing all on-site details.
• Plan and execute event content, campaigns, and promotions.
• Support administrative functions as needed, including managing promotional products, maintaining exhibit properties, and overseeing event inventory.
• Coordinate all logistics for assigned events and tradeshows (live and virtual).
• Gain proficiency in event technology platforms (Cvent, Airtable, JiffleNow, AEM, Tableau, and others).
• Manage the virtual event process and provide oversight of the ON24 platform.
• Take ownership of special projects assigned, which may include administrative tasks.

What This Job Offers

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