Sr. Manager, Events

Enterprise Community Partners•Columbia, MD

5d•$75,000 - $85,000

About The Position

This position is a key member of Enterprise’s Events Team and plays an essential role in supporting and executing a range of events throughout the year. As the organizational calendar is established annually, this role will take on leadership for select events while assisting other team members on additional programs and activities. The role supports events of varying size and complexity—from small meetings and stakeholder convenings to large-scale, high-visibility events such as galas, groundbreakings, grand openings, and program-related gatherings. Responsibilities include developing and executing event plans; identifying, contracting, and managing vendors; supporting sponsorship revenue and tracking; collaborating with internal and external stakeholders; and overseeing attendee management and communications. This position is also the primary point of contact for all Events-related contracts, working closely with Legal, Operations Management, and Accounting to track approvals, compliance, and payments. The role contributes to departmental efficiency by helping streamline contract workflows, managing records, and ensuring all documentation is complete and accurate.

Requirements

Minimum 5 years of experience managing events of various scales, delivered on time and within budget; preferred.
Proven relationship-building skills with internal stakeholders.
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication abilities.
Excellent project management and time management skills.
Demonstrated negotiation skills and experience managing multiple vendors.
Self-motivated, and adaptable team player, capable of independently managing workload while also contributing to greater Events team
Accurate budgeting and expense tracking
Proficiency in event management platforms (Cvent strongly preferred); quick learner, eager to continuously develop new skills.
Willingness and excitement to travel as needed and work occasional evenings and weekends to support events and initiatives.
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience; preferred

Responsibilities

Strategic Planning & Stakeholder Engagement Plan, manage, and implement a variety of organizational events
Deliver high-quality events that meet goals, stay on budget, and generate positive attendee feedback.
Make recommendations that strengthen brand visibility, partnership engagement, and organizational culture.
Utilize Cvent to support team operations — Accurate data and improved communication.
Vendor & Budget Management Source, negotiate, and manage vendors including venues, production companies, hotels, caterers, A/V teams, etc.
Strong vendor relationships, well-negotiated contracts, budget reconciliation for all centralized events and high-quality event execution.
Event Planning & Execution Lead end-to-end event planning, including run-of-show, space and stage design, speaker management, and on-site coordination of in-person, hybrid, and virtual events.
Serve as primary point of contact for all event-related contracts - streamlined workflows and timely approvals, compliance with policies; accurate tracking; timely reviews and payments

Benefits

Enterprise offers a comprehensive total rewards package for you and your family.
The base salary for this role is $75,000 to $85,000, depending on level of skills and experience.
The salary range for this position is represented by the low and high end of the range for the amount to be paid for the position.
Salaries paid at Enterprise will vary based on factors that may include skills, education, location, experience, and performance.
The salary range is just a part of the total rewards package provided to employees at Enterprise, and other rewards may include annual performance bonuses and generous paid leave programs.
At Enterprise, our benefits form a major component of our total rewards package. Benefits include dental, health, and vision care plans, as well as family-building benefits, such as adoption and surrogacy support.
Enterprise allows flexible work arrangements to promote a better work-life balance.
We offer health advocacy, EAP, and mental health benefits.
We round out our total rewards package by offering financial education, wellness programs, and auto-enrollment in the company's 401(k) plan with employer matching contributions.
Finally, you will have learning and development opportunities, including tuition reimbursement for job-related courses and certifications.