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Title: Event Planner
Location: Research Triangle Park, NC, 27709
Schedule: In-office 3 days/week, remote 2 days/week
Responsibilities:
- Join our Agricultural Solutions team in Research Triangle Park, NC, as an Events Planner. Our division connects innovation, customers, partners, and agricultural experts, integrating sustainability into all business decisions.
- Support farmers by delivering outcomes that balance economic, environmental, and social value for sustainable and efficient agriculture.
- Manage, plan, and execute multiple complex events supporting the APN business in the USA, including high-quality events utilizing digital platforms and technology.
- Ensure event logistics align with results-focused execution, managing stakeholder expectations, and identifying improvements to the events strategy. Travel up to 25% overnight as needed.
- Plan and manage large-scale tradeshows, customer events, internal conferences, and media events to create exceptional experiences aligned with business goals.
- Oversee logistics such as venue selection, contracts, agendas, AV needs, catering, transportation, sponsorships, decor, signage, collateral, and event reporting.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s Degree and/or certification in event or meeting planning, or equivalent experience.
- Over four years of experience in event management, preferably in a corporate or large venue setting.
- Strong time management and organizational skills with a proven track record of managing multiple events simultaneously.
- Experience managing mid- to large-sized budgets, negotiating with vendors, and understanding contractual obligations.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively, maintaining composure under pressure.
- Adaptability to changing demands and high organization to meet deadlines.
- Experience with event registration systems and mobile app platforms.
Note: This job posting appears to be active; no indication of expiration is present.
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