Smith+Nephew · 4 months ago
Sr Congress / Trade Show Specialist (Memphis, TN; Andover, MA; Fort Worth, TX)
Memphis, TN
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
8+ years expSmith+Nephew is a company that designs and manufactures technology to enhance living. They are seeking a Senior Congress / Trade Show Specialist to lead the planning and execution of strategic congresses, collaborating with stakeholders to deliver impactful event experiences while overseeing all aspects of event execution.
Medical Device
Responsibilities
Leading the development and execution of strategic congress plans, including messaging, promotional tactics, and stakeholder engagement
Managing sponsorship schedules and logistics, including hotel accommodations, AV needs, booth setup, and vendor coordination
Creating and executing strategic communications plans for pre-show and post-show engagement
Building strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders to ensure seamless collaboration
Mentoring junior team members and serving as a resource across cross-functional project teams
Driving continuous improvement by identifying trends, recommending innovations, and ensuring brand consistency
Overseeing lead generation programs and ensuring qualified leads are distributed to Sales teams
Managing congress budgets, tracking expenditures, and reporting trends to senior leadership
Leading special projects as assigned by the Senior Director, Global Congresses and Events
Qualification
Required
You hold a Bachelor of Arts degree or an equivalent qualification
You bring 8–10 years of hands-on experience in congress or event management, with a proven track record of delivering high-impact events
You excel in both written and verbal communication, able to convey ideas clearly and build consensus across teams
You're a skilled project manager who can juggle multiple priorities, meet deadlines, and keep stakeholders aligned
You build strong relationships across departments and work effectively with marketing, sales, compliance, and medical education teams
You're confident presenting to internal and external audiences and leading meetings that drive results
You bring a leadership mindset and a strategic approach to congress planning, always looking for ways to innovate and improve
Benefits
401k Matching Program
401k Plus Program
Discounted Stock Options
Tuition Reimbursement
Flexible Personal/Vacation Time Off (18 days)
Paid Holidays
Flex Holidays
Paid Community Service Day
Medical
Dental
Vision
Health Savings Account (Employer Contribution of $500+ annually)
Employee Assistance Program
Parental Leave
Fertility and Adoption Assistance Program
Discounts on fitness clubs, travel and more!
Company
Smith+Nephew
Smith+Nephew is a global medical technology company. We design and manufacture technology that takes the limits off living.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Katerina Dodbiba
SVP, CFO Orthopaedics, Sports Medicine & ENT
Pierre Palassian
SVP, CFO Global Operations, Quality and Regulatory Affairs
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