Job Description

　　Senior Manager, Events

　　R-01220315

　　This role can be remote and sit anywhere within the US

　　Thermo Fisher Scientific is the world leader in serving science, with annual revenue over $40 billion. Our Mission is to enable our customers to make the world healthier, cleaner and safer. Whether our customers are accelerating life sciences research, solving complex analytical challenges in their laboratories, improving patient health through diagnostics or the development and manufacture of life-changing therapies, we are here to support them.

　　The Pharma Services Group Sr Manager Events will develop, lead and implement multiple types of events, ensuring optimum delivery on strategic goals and targets across regions. The Sr Manager Events will be responsible for recommending the ideal mix of specific events and event types to deliver on the goals of the group and the business units. They will drive innovation and standard processes collaborating effectively across the company, with corporate resources and diverse solution providers. In alignment with continuous improvement, they will proactively find opportunities and lead development of improved processes and solutions to enable the Pharma Services Group to deliver differentiated customer experiences, high engagement, efficient processes and strong return on investment across all types of events. As a people leader, the Sr Manager Events will recruit, develop, coach and align people resources creating a highly engaged team culture while meeting business needs.

　　What will you do:

　　In collaboration with Market Development, recommends the most effective mix of industry events/conferences, site events and hosted events to achieve annual business goals and generate positive return on investment.Creates and communicates global events calendars and schedules to ensure all team members are aware of planned events.Assesses event sponsorship and co-marketing opportunities for potential value vis a vis business goals and makes recommendations to Market Development.Works effectively with third party event organizers, stand builders and other event suppliers to secure optimum value for the business. Recommends contract terms based on industry practices and corporate guidance.Leads, runs and implements key industry events - live and digital - inclusive of logistics, budgeting, contact bring together, reporting, workback calendars, and core team project management.Leads and develops a team of event specialists to ensure cohesive strategy, clear roles/responsibilities, strong planning and best-in-class execution across a global event program.Responsible for team management - including organizational design, job expectations, selection, professional development and retentionCommunicates results and key performance indicators to leadershipEnsures all projects are delivered on time and on budgetLeads virtual event production and provides project management support to ensure timely delivery of go to market strategiesDevelops and implements effective communication plans across diverse partners to support eventsForms effective relationships with influencers and key internal partnersLeads and adheres to annual operating budget. Makes recommendations and builds rationale for annual operating plan (AOP).Ensures strong adherence to expense management practices across the Events teamContinuously builds and communicates process improvement and best-in-class practices, stays up to date with the latest trends and technology, and exemplifies a continuous process improvement mentalityIs a brand ambassador and ensures implementation of the company and the PSG brand standards across initiativesSupports other marketing initiatives as needed

　　How will you get here:

　　Education

　　Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Communications, Business Administration, Management or related field required.Master's degree and/or Events & Meeting Management certificate preferred

　　Experience

　　7+ years of work experience in trade show/conference event management and marketing required5 years of people management experienceManagement of events and multi-million dollar budgets across regions, especially outside of North America

　　Knowledge, Skills, Abilities

　　Ability to lead effectively in a sophisticated, global, matrix business environmentAccomplished people leader with track record of hiring, developing and retaining talentExcellent written and verbal communication, presentation, meeting leadership skillsStrong project management and organizational skills with the ability to work across functions and on multiple projects at the same timeAbility to create new processes and standards to drive excellence and efficienciesProficient in Microsoft Office Suite, electronic lead collection systems, digital event platforms and a quick-learner with new tools and technology; exposure to PowerBI and Salesforce is preferredStrong attention to detail including excellent budgeting and expense leadership skillsSelf-starter with the ability to take projects from concept through execution with high attention to detail and proficiency in leading complexityFlexible and relevant decision-making and leadership styles, from consensus-building and collaborative to directiveShown ability to analyze complex data, articulate insights and make strategic recommendationsInnovative, creative, curious, and continuously seeking opportunities for improvementComfortable with change and shown ability to problem-solve on demand with a customer and colleague service orientationTravel up to 40%, domestic and internationalPharma/Life Sciences industry knowledge a plus

　　Our global team delivers an unrivaled combination of innovative technologies, purchasing convenience and pharmaceutical services through our industry-leading brands, including Thermo Scientific, Applied Biosystems, Invitrogen, Fisher Scientific, Unity Lab Services, Patheon and PPD.

　　Compensation and Benefits

　　The salary range estimated for this position based in Massachusetts is $117,000.00-$175,500.00.

　　This position may also be eligible to receive a variable annual bonus based on company, team, and/or individual performance results in accordance with company policy. We offer a comprehensive Total Rewards package that our U.S. colleagues and their families can count on, which includes:

　　A choice of national medical and dental plans, and a national vision plan, including health incentive programsEmployee assistance and family support programs, including commuter benefits and tuition reimbursementAt least 120 hours paid time off (PTO), 10 paid holidays annually, paid parental leave (3 weeks for bonding and 8 weeks for caregiver leave), accident and life insurance, and short- and long-term disability in accordance with company policyRetirement and savings programs, such as our competitive 401(k) U.S. retirement savings planEmployees' Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP) offers eligible colleagues the opportunity to purchase company stock at a discount

　　For more information on our benefits, please visit: https://jobs.thermofisher.com/global/en/total-rewards