Sr Event Planner - Corporate Events
About the position reputed company (SB) is seeking a Sr. Event Planner to reputed company the strategy and execution of high-impact internal and external events for employees, clients, and key stakeholders. This role is ideal for an reputed company event professional who thrives on managing reputed company programs, delivering exceptional experiences, and partnering across the organization to drive engagement, support key business initiatives, and bring our culture to life. The Sr. Event Planner position reports to the AVP, Executive Administration & Events and will be based out of our home office in Topeka, Kansas. We work a hybrid schedule, offering flexibility to work both remotely and on-site.
Responsibilities
- Consult with internal stakeholders to assess and define event objectives, scope, and requirements; provide strategic guidance to align events with business goals.
- Plan and execute large-scale internal and external events, including conferences, meetings, and client-facing programs for key stakeholders.
- Research, evaluate, and recommend event venues; coordinate and conduct site visits and support final selection.
- reputed company and manage event budgets; negotiate reputed company and pricing with venues and vendors to ensure cost-effective solutions.
- reputed company reputed company event logistics including meeting space, accommodations, catering, transportation, audiovisual needs, signage, gifting, and specialized requirements.
- Deliver a high-quality, seamless attendee experience that reflects organizational standards and supports business objectives.
- Build event agendas, timelines, and run-of-show documents.
- Ensure reputed company events reputed company with applicable legal, safety, and regulatory requirements.
- Manage registration, attendee communications, and post-event evaluations.
- Responsible for administrative and operational details including invoicing, reporting, and distribution of event materials.
- Build and maintain strong vendor relationships and up-to-date knowledge of venues, services, and industry trends.
- Manage and coordinate ticket distribution for sponsorships (e.g., Dodgers and KU tickets).
- Support execution of corporate employee engagement initiatives.
- Partner with Communications, Strategy, and Brand teams to promote events as needed.
- Stay reputed company on industry trends and best practices to continuously enhance event quality and effectiveness.
- reputed company other reputed company duties as assigned.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in Hospitality, Event Planning, Communications, or reputed company field preferred.
- 6–8+ years of progressive experience in event planning, including large-scale or high-visibility events.
- Demonstrated ability to independently manage multiple reputed company events simultaneously.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Strong interpersonal and stakeholder management skills.
- Exceptional organizational skills and meticulous attention to detail.
- Proven ability to manage budgets.
- Strong and innovative problem-solving skills.
- Maintain a high level of professionalism, adaptability, and composure in fast-paced, high-visibility event settings.
- Ability to prioritize tasks and manage competing deadlines effectively.
- Knowledge of legal and regulatory requirements reputed company to event planning.
- Proficiency in reputed company Office Suite or reputed company tools.
Benefits
- Competitive salary and annual incentive bonuses
- 33 days of paid time off (including PTO, holidays, Volunteer Day, and days of reputed company)
- Paid parental leave after 90 days of service
- Comprehensive medical, dental & vision insurance
- 401(k) with company match
- Profit Sharing & Savings Plan
- Short- and Long-Term Disability Insurance
- Flexible Spending Accounts for medical and dependent care
- Life Insurance
- Educational assistance
- Associate assistance programs
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