Corporate Event & Travel Planner

Kent, OH

Full Time

Corporate Office

Experienced

Overview: As our Corporate Event & Travel Planner, you’ll be the go-to person for making every company event and executive trip seamless and memorable. You’ll own the planning, coordination, and execution of all major corporate travel and events, ensuring attendees have a high-quality experience while staying on budget. This role is your chance to take ownership, streamline processes, and be the driving force behind smooth, impactful events that leave a lasting impression.

What We’re Looking For:

Flawless track record of hands-on experience in managing corporate travel and large event planning, 10+ years
Ability to juggle multiple projects and deadlines without breaking a sweat
Quick on your feet during high-pressure situations
Advanced Excel skills, including formulas, pivot tables, and lookups
Clear, professional communicator who builds trust with vendors and team members
Ready to hit the road about 30 days a year

What You'll Be Doing
Plan, Execute, & Elevate Events

Take the lead on all major company events and make them unforgettable, from customer trips to employee outings to our annual customer meeting.
Keep smaller events running smoothly throughout the year, making every gathering under 50 attendees just as high-quality.
Team up with resorts, hotels, and vendors to pull off events that achieve goals while staying on budget.
Own the event budget and make every dollar count.
Be on-site for major events as the go-to problem solver who keeps everything running smoothly.

Own Corporate and Executive Travel

Take the reins on corporate and executive travel, working seamlessly with our booking partner to make sure domestic and international trips go off without a hitch.
Tackle last-minute changes and unexpected challenges like a pro, keeping every trip smooth and stress-free.
Be the go-to travel guru for executives, letting them focus on business while you handle all the details.

Lead with Process & Innovation

Take ownership of event and travel processes, finding smarter ways to get things done.
Spot inefficiencies and turn them into actionable solutions that make a real difference
Continuously fine-tune travel and events to make every future trip and gathering run even smoother.
Explore and implement new tools that boost productivity and make travel and event planning easier and more effective.

Benefits (full-time employees)

Health, Dental, Vision (Single and Family Plans) available after 30 days of employment
Short and Long-Term Disability
Company-paid life insurance and AD&D
Optional supplemental life insurance
Company-match 401(k)
Vacation time and paid holidays

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