What are the responsibilities and job description for the Education Event Planner position at Straumann Group?
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Position Summary:
The Education Event Planner is responsible for working in conjunction with the various team members of the Education Department and the Sales Organization as the primary individual responsible for education program and event planning. The Education Department is very fast paced and each Education Event Planner is responsible for handling between 200-300 meeting requests annually. The Education Event Planner is also responsible for logistics and project management of special projects as defined by management. This individual should be comfortable working in a fast-paced environment, be a team-oriented person with strong interpersonal and leadership skills, have the ability to multitask with have solid administrative and computer skills, and have a strong understanding of the dental industry. This position is hybrid with 3 days in our Andover, MA corporate office.
The Education Event Planner reports to the Education Supervisor or Manager.
Job Responsibilities:
Front-line responsibility as a resource and for the logistics and event planning involved in delivering high quality continuing education programming for the Straumann organization including:
- Coordinate Education programming for assigned Sales Regions- both Local and National- this can range from 200-300 programs on an annual basis
- Work with Sales Team to coordinate logistics of education programs
- Outside speaker suggestion and negotiation
- Budget activities, including tracking all programs, PO requisitions, post-program analysis and reconciliation
- Marketing of programs/events, including email blasts, website advertising, social media and traditional marketing activities including calling potential attendees. Works with Sales Team to target and market to potential program attendees.
- Negotiation and management of venue selection, F&B and A/V
- Maintenance of Straumann CE accreditation standards and policies with the AGD, ADA and other accrediting bodies as required
- Post program evaluation analysis including ROI, revenue recognition, attendee reconciliation
- Relationship management of Straumann education faculty and Straumann Sales Team
- Special Projects as assigned by manager or director
- Travel both domestic and international up to 25%
- Ability to travel over nights/weekends as needed
- Other duties as assigned.
The responsibilities listed herein are not intended to be a comprehensive list of the duties and responsibilities of the position. The duties and responsibilities may change without notice.
Physical Attributes:
General office environment. High stress may occur at time, some travel required and ability to lift up to 25 pounds
Minimum Qualifications:
- Minimum of 2 years in a meeting coordination or tradeshow or event role
- The ability to travel over nights/weekends up to 25%
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience working in a professional work environment preferred
- Bachelor’s Degree preferred or 2 years of equivalent work experience
- Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills both verbal and written
- Time management and organizational skills
- Detailed-oriented and ability to multitask
- Strong problem solving and customer service skills
- Ability work in a fast-paced team environment with multiple priorities
Additional Information
Whether you’re looking to build your career, improve your health, or brighten your SMILE, we offer generous benefits to help you achieve your goals.
- Very Competitive total compensation plans (some positions include discretionary bonus, or Performance Share Units).
- A 401(K) plan to help you plan for your future with an employer match
- Great health, dental and vision insurance packages to fit your needs to ensure you’re happy and healthy. Straumann contributes a healthy portion towards employees’ premium.
- Generous PTO allowance - plenty of time to recharge those batteries!
Please understand that we do not need external support by recruiting agencies and consultants to fill this vacancy. Thank you for respecting this.
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