Sr. Meeting Event Manager

Maritz

About The Position

The Sr. Meeting Event Manager supports the Meeting Management/Planning Team—including Meeting Event Managers, Account Managers, Operations Managers, and Directors—with assigned program deliverables. The role works directly with team members to develop and adhere to project timelines and serves as the primary liaison for support departments on assigned programs. The position manages operations for large and complex meetings, including hotel blocks, registration, inventory management, and program logistics. It calls for experience with high-visibility programs such as National Sales Meetings, HCP programs, and incentive events, along with the ability to advise clients and internal stakeholders throughout planning and execution. The role leads cross-functional coordination, manages multiple high-priority programs, and uses Cvent and Microsoft Office—particularly Excel—for event management, analysis, and reporting. The position can be virtual or based in Maritz's Fenton, Missouri office and requires up to 20–30% travel for operations site inspections and onsite program execution. Maritz offers a comprehensive benefits package to full-time employees.

Requirements

Extensive experience as a Senior Meeting/Event Manager, preferably within Maritz or a similar environment.
Proven expertise managing large, complex programs, including National Sales Meetings, HCP meetings, and incentive events.
Hands-on experience with Cvent is required, including website builds and reporting.
Strong project management skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
Advanced proficiency with Microsoft Office tools, particularly Excel, and ability to analyze and report data.
Excellent communication, organizational, relationship management, problem-solving, and client service skills.
Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively across teams.

Nice To Haves

Prior Maritz experience.
Hospitality or event management degree.
Experience supporting onsite event execution.
Familiarity with program management systems and reporting tools.
Experience mentoring or onboarding newer team members.

Responsibilities

Support the Meeting Management/Planning Team with assigned program deliverables.
Develop and adhere to project timelines in collaboration with team members.
Act as the primary liaison for support departments on assigned programs.
Manage event operations, including hotel blocks, registration, inventory management, and logistics for large and complex meetings.
Provide strategic guidance to clients and internal stakeholders throughout planning and execution.
Lead cross-functional teams, influence stakeholders, and drive alignment across multiple workstreams.
Manage multiple high-priority programs independently while collaborating across teams.
Use Cvent for website development, attendee management, reporting, and event technology solutions.
Analyze and report data using Microsoft Office tools, particularly Excel.
Travel for operations site inspections and onsite program execution.