Senior Events Manager

About Flexport: 

At Flexport, we believe global trade can move the human race forward. That’s why it’s our mission to make global commerce so easy there will be more of it. We’re shaping the future of a $10T industry with solutions powered by innovative technology and exceptional people. Today, companies of all sizes—from emerging brands to Fortune 500s—use Flexport technology to move more than $19B of merchandise across 112 countries a year. 

The recent global supply chain crisis has put Flexport center stage as we continue to play a pivotal role in how goods move around the world. We are proud to have the support of the best investors in the game who believe in our mission, solutions and people. Ready to tackle global challenges that impact business, society, and the environment? Come join us.

The opportunity: 

Flexport is seeking a seasoned Senior Events Manager with extensive experience in orchestrating large-scale, high-production events. This leadership role encompasses full responsibility for the planning, execution, and management of Flexport-run events, including our prominent annual customer conference. The Senior Events Manager will ensure the delivery of top-tier event experiences that effectively represent Flexport’s brand and meet strategic business objectives.

You will:

• Strategic Event Leadership: Develop and execute comprehensive event strategies that align with corporate goals, managing all facets from conceptualization to completion.
• End-to-End Conference Management: Lead the planning, execution, and follow-up of major conferences, overseeing every detail from logistics to content and participant engagement.
• Agency and Vendor Coordination: Identify, onboard, and serve as the primary liaison with event agencies and external vendors, ensuring collaboration and alignment with event objectives.
• Budget Oversight: Create, manage, and reconcile event budgets, optimizing expenditures to maximize return on investment while maintaining high standards of quality.
• Stakeholder Engagement: Build and maintain robust relationships with internal and external stakeholders, ensuring clear communication and alignment on event goals and execution.
• On-Site Event Leadership: Travel to event locations to oversee venue selection, setup, real-time management, and post-event evaluations.
• Creative and Brand Integration: Collaborate with creative teams to develop engaging and innovative event concepts that resonate with the brand and enhance company culture.
• Cross-functional Collaboration: Work across Flexport with cross-functional teams including product, technology, marketing, and sales to ensure alignment and integration of event strategies with broader business objectives.

You should have:  

• Proven Leadership: 10-12 years of experience in event management, with a track record of successfully leading large-scale events from start to finish.
• Conference Execution Expertise: Demonstrated ability to lead and execute all aspects of a conference, managing complexities and delivering exceptional results.
• Strong Vendor Management Skills: Extensive experience in managing relationships with event agencies, vendors, and other external partners.
• Exceptional Organizational Skills: Outstanding ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously, maintaining focus on details and deadlines.
• Communication Proficiency: Excellent verbal and written communication skills, capable of engaging effectively with all levels of the organization and external partners.
• Budget Management: Skilled in budget development and fiscal management with a keen understanding of how to optimize resources.
• Travel Requirement: Willingness and ability to travel frequently for on-site event management and coordination.

Additional Requirements:

• A proactive, strategic mindset with a solution-oriented approach to challenges.
• High judgment and decision-making ability in fast-paced environments.
• A creative eye for presentation and design, ensuring impactful and on-brand event experiences.