MSC Cruises · 20 hours ago
Manager, Trade and Consumer Events
MSC Cruises is seeking a Manager of Trade and Consumer Events responsible for the strategic development, planning, and execution of events that engage trade partners and consumers. This role oversees a high-performing team to ensure seamless delivery of in-person, virtual, and hybrid events, driving awareness and sales for the company.
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Responsibilities
Work with senior leadership on strategy, policy and projects relating to Meetings & Events
Oversee a team of Meetings & Events professionals in their day-to-day activities related to supporting internal and external client activities
Planning, developing and coordinating Trade local, regional and national events industry events, Corporate Events, Webinars and Consumer Event
Responsible for all aspects of event management, including coordinating travel for staff, site selection of event, negotiations of contracts, set up of function space, booth set up and audio-visual production requirements
Consult with project teams and other internal clients to conceptualize and design events based on their needs in all execution formats: in-person, hybrid, and virtual
Initiate RFP (Request for Proposal), RFQ (Request for Quotation), RFI (request for information)
Coordination and Management of Volunteers and Employees of all events
Manage event budgets, ensuring cost-effectiveness and staying within budget. Track and analyze event expenses and provide post-event show reports and recommendations
Collaboration with internal teams, including sales, marketing, product, and executive leadership, to ensure seamless integration of event initiatives with broader company strategies
Implement and maintain Meetings and Event Management policies, procedures, and resources
Develop and deliver engaging presentations for both trade and consumer events
Other duties as assigned by Manager
Qualification
Required
5+ years of event planning
3+ managing matrixed teams
Experience in managing all aspects of an event from initial planning to execution, supporting events ranging from 10 to 2,500+ attendees
Proven track record of building relationships with vendors and industry professionals
Ability to manage multiple projects, deadlines, and details simultaneously
Bachelor's Degree in Marketing, Hospitality Management or similar degree with event planning experience; Travel Industry a plus
Travel Mandatory including weekends - 30% Travel
Advanced Skills: MS Outlook, Word, Excel and PowerPoint
Hybrid Role - in Miami Office 3X per week
Company
MSC Cruises
MSC Cruises is the leader in the Mediterranean cruise market
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$6.94M2017-04-05Series Unknown· $6.94M
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