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Oak View Group · 1 month ago

Senior Event Manager | Full-Time | Overland Park Convention Center

US-KS-Overland Park

Full-time

Onsite

Mid, Senior Level

$80K/yr - $80K/yr

3+ years exp

Oak View Group is the global leader in venue development, management, and premium hospitality services for the live event industry. The Senior Event Manager is responsible for coordinating and managing all aspects of events at the convention center, leading the Event Manager team, and ensuring high standards and effective communication across the Events Department.

Sports

H1B Sponsor Likely

Responsibilities

Serve as the primary point of contact for clients after events are booked through event execution and final billing

Coordinate all aspects of events, including room setups, audiovisual needs, catering, and event logistics

Develop detailed event orders and communicate requirements to internal departments

Prepares and distributes CAD drawings illustrating event set-up requirements

Manage timelines and event schedules to ensure seamless execution

Prepare and present catering proposals and event packages to clients

Collaborate with the culinary team to create customized menus that align with client preferences and budget requirements

Build and maintain strong client relationships through effective communication and exceptional service

Conduct site visits, pre-event meetings, and tastings with clients to determine event requirements and expectations

Address client inquiries and resolve issues promptly and professionally

Collaborate with banquet, culinary, audio/visual, and internal operational teams to ensure event requirements are met

Oversee event setup, execution, and teardown, ensuring adherence to client specifications

Monitor events to ensure compliance with safety, health, and company regulations

Prepare event cost estimates and final invoices

Prepares event reports noting attendance, times, significant problems, etc

Interacts with other facility staff in a courteous, cooperative, and professional manner

Functional supervision of all event support staff including setup crews

Serve as leader and point of contact for the Event Manager team to ensure seamless internal communication and consistently high client experiences

Assign tasks and schedule Event Managers based on event load, ensuring balanced workloads and coverage

Review event paperwork to confirm accuracy, completeness, and compliance with the 30-day out paperwork metric

Mentor and support Event Managers, offering guidance on client relations, event planning, and process improvements

Partner with the Director of Events on departmental initiatives, training, and development of best practices

Serve as a resource for high-profile, complex, or sensitive events

Participate in cross-departmental meetings to represent the Events team and collaborate on venue-wide initiatives

Other duties and/or projects as assigned by the Director of Events

Qualification

Event ManagementClient Relationship ManagementLeadershipOrganizational SkillsCommunication SkillsTeam CoordinationProblem-Solving SkillsTime ManagementMentorship

Required

Ability to work a flexible schedule, including evenings, weekends, and holidays as required

Physical requirements may include standing, walking, and lifting up to 25 pounds

Proven leadership ability with experience mentoring or supervising peers

Strong organizational and delegation skills, with the ability to balance departmental priorities

Ability to lead by example and foster a positive, team-oriented culture

Advanced organizational and time management abilities

Strong leadership, mentorship, and team coordination skills

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously while maintaining high attention to detail

Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to make timely and effective decisions

Preferred

Bachelor's degree in Hospitality Management, Event Planning, or related field preferred

Minimum of 3-5 years' experience in event management, preferably in a convention center, hotel, or similar large-scale venue

Benefits

Health, Dental and Vision Insurance

401(k) Savings Plan

401(k) matching

Paid Time Off (vacation days, sick days, and 11 holidays)

Company

Oak View Group

We are here to be a POSITIVE DISRUPTION to business as usual in the sports and live entertainment, and hospitality industries.

Founded in 2015

Los Angeles, California, USA

5001-10000 employees

http://www.oakviewgroup.com

H1B Sponsorship

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