Senior Corporate Events Specialist - Europe (f/m/d)

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The Opportunity:Are you ready to make an impact?Avantor is seeking an Senior Corporate Events Specialist for Europe (f/m/d) to join our Global Events Team. As Events Expert, you will plan and manage in-house sales conferences across Europe. You will oversee smooth execution and consistently deliver high-quality outcomes.The ideal candidate will possess a deep understanding of event management, outstanding leadership skills, and the ability to create engaging experiences for attendees and measurable outcomes for the organization. Sounds like you? Let’s talk!Location: Remote (with 15–20% travel across Europe)What we're looking for

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Communications, Marketing, Event Management, or a related field.
Senior-level experience in planning and executing large-scale B2B events (conferences, trade shows, exhibitions, galas, etc.) in Europe.
Business fluency in English.
Strong decision-making skills and the ability to navigate complex and dynamic environments.
Exceptional communication, negotiation, and presentation skills.
Strong financial acumen and experience in managing event budgets and VAT.
Experience in event measurement and analysis, including developing metrics and analyzing data to drive improvements.

How you will thrive and create an impactStrategic Planning and Execution:

Plan and coordinate sales conferences for Avantor Associates and Suppliers.
Oversee all aspects of event planning, including budgeting, logistics, and on-site execution independently or in partnership with agencies.
Lead cross-functional collaboration to align event goals with organizational objectives and ensure cohesive execution.

Team & Vendor Management:

Coordinate a team of event professionals, ensuring high-quality outcomes.
Manage external vendors, contractors, and partners to deliver high-quality event services.

Process Optimization:

Develop and implement standardized processes for event planning and execution to ensure efficiency and consistency.
Continuously refine workflows, leveraging technology and best practices to enhance overall event quality.

Stakeholder Engagement:

Build strong relationships with key stakeholders, including senior executives, sponsors, exhibitors, and attendees.
Serve as the primary point of contact for all event-related communications and decisions.

Budget Management:

Develop and manage event budgets, ensuring cost-effective resource allocation.
Negotiate contracts and agreements with vendors to secure favorable terms and conditions.

Event Measurement and Analysis:

Define success metrics to measure impact, including attendee satisfaction, engagement levels, and ROI.
Create detailed post-event reports and presentations for stakeholders, summarizing key insights and recommendations.

Our offer to you:

A competitive salary & benefits package (with benefits varying based on your country of residence).
Enjoy the flexibility of remote working.
Tap into our wide offer of in-house and LinkedIn Learning based trainings or benefit from our language training offering.
Growth opportunities in a global, mission-driven organization.

This is a unique opportunity for a seasoned professional to make a significant impact on our organization's event strategy and execution. If you are a strategic thinker with a passion for events and a proven track record of success, we encourage you to apply.Disclaimer:The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of employees assigned to this position. Avantor is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.Why Avantor?Dare to go further in your career. Join our global team of 14,000+ associates whose passion for discovery and determination to overcome challenges relentlessly advances life-changing science.The work we do changes people's lives for the better. It brings new patient treatments and therapies to market, giving a cancer survivor the chance to walk his daughter down the aisle. It enables medical devices that help a little boy hear his mom's voice for the first time. Outcomes such as these create unlimited opportunities for you to contribute your talents, learn new skills and grow your career at Avantor.We are committed to helping you on this journey through our diverse, equitable and inclusive culture which includes learning experiences to support your career growth and success. At Avantor, dare to go further and see how the impact of your contributions set science in motion to create a better world. Apply today!EEO Statement:We are an Equal Employment/Affirmative Action employer and VEVRAA Federal Contractor. We do not discriminate in hiring on the basis of sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religious creed, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected Veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state/province, or local law.If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact us by email at and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Requests for accommodation will be considered on a case-by-case basis. Please note that only inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this email address.Privacy Policy:We will use the personal information that you have submitted to us in order to consider your application for the relevant role.Your privacy is important to us. Please for our Privacy Policy which explains the purposes for which we will use your personal information and the ways in which we will handle and retain your information. It also explains the rights you have in relation to your information, and how to contact us with any queries or requests.3rd Party Non-Solicitation Policy:By submitting candidates without having been formally assigned on and contracted for a specific job requisition by Avantor, or by failing to comply with the Avantor recruitment process, you forfeit any fee on the submitted candidates, regardless of your usual terms and conditions. Avantor works with a preferred supplier list and will take the initiative to engage with recruitment agencies based on its needs and will not be accepting any form of solicitation.

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