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Cengage Group is hiring an Events Manager to lead the strategic planning, execution, and follow-up of world-class events that support the company’s mission. The role includes managing budgets, negotiating contracts, coordinating logistics, and collaborating closely with internal and external teams to ensure successful event outcomes.

Highlights

Lead event management from planning through execution and follow-up.
Manage event budgets and negotiate contracts with vendors such as hotels and restaurants.
Conduct site research, select venues, and oversee group travel logistics.
Build and maintain online registration platforms and manage event technology tools.
Collaborate with the Events team and coordinate with internal and external partners.
Travel to event locations 5-10 times annually for onsite event management.
Required skills include 3-5 years of event planning and contract negotiation experience.
Proficiency with Zoom, Microsoft Office (Office 365 and Excel), Cvent or similar event platforms, and Workfront or similar project management tools.
Minimum of a BA/BS degree or 3+ years of related work experience.
Compensation range is $52,000 to $68,000 USD, with variation based on qualifications and experience.

Events Manager Full Description

Events Manager

California, USA

Full time

We believe in the power and joy of learning

At Cengage Group, our employees have a direct impact in helping students around the world discover the power and joy of learning. We are bonded by our shared purpose – driving innovation that helps millions of learners improve their lives and achieve their dreams through education.

Our culture values inclusion, engagement, and discovery

Our business is driven by our strong culture, and we know that creating an inclusive workplace is absolutely essential to the success of our company and our learners, as well as our individual well-being. We recognize the value of diverse perspectives in everything we do, and strive to ensure employees of all levels and backgrounds feel empowered to voice their ideas and bring their authentic selves to work. We achieve these priorities through programs, benefits, and initiatives that are integrated into the fabric of how we work every day. To learn more, please see https://www.cengagegroup.com/about/inclusion-and-belonging/.

Join our team as an Events Manager!

At Cengage, we offer an outstanding opportunity for a motivated Events Manager to make a significant impact. You will have the chance to successfully implement world-class events while collaborating with a dedicated team. Your work will help us achieve flawless execution of events that drive our mission forward.

What you'll be doing:

Provide strategic event management expertise from planning through execution and follow-up.
Lead all aspects of events, ensuring budget guidelines are met.
Negotiate contracts and handle deliverables with hotels, restaurants, and other vendors.
Support and collaborate with all Events team members on various projects.

Project-Specific Responsibilities:

Share standard methodologies and lessons learned.
Conduct site research and selection.
Manage group travel arrangements.
Build and maintain online registration platforms.
Coordinate logistics with internal teams and external partners.
Travel to event locations for onsite management as needed.

Skills you’ll need:

3-5 years of event planning and contract negotiation experience.
BA/BS Degree or 3+ years of related work experience.
Outstanding project management and multitasking skills.
Proficiency with Zoom, MS Office, Office 365, and Excel.
Experience with Cvent or similar event technology, and Workfront or similar project management technology.
Ability to travel 5-10 times per year.

Cengage Group is committed to working with broad talent pools to attract and hire strong and most qualified individuals. Our job applicants are considered regardless of race, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, genetic information, disability, age, veteran status, and any other classification protected by applicable federal, state, provincial or local laws. Cengage is also committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities including during our job application process. If you are an applicant with a disability and require reasonable accommodation in our job application process, please contact us at accommodations.ta@cengage.com or at +1 (617) 289-7917.

About Cengage Group

Cengage Group, a global education technology company serving millions of learners, provides affordable, quality digital products and services that equip students with the skills and competencies needed to be job ready. For more than 100 years, we have enabled the power and joy of learning with trusted, engaging content, and now, integrated digital platforms. We serve the higher education, workforce skills, secondary education, English language teaching and research markets worldwide. Through our scalable technology, including MindTap and Cengage Unlimited, we support all learners who seek to improve their lives and achieve their dreams through education.

Compensation

At Cengage Group, we take great pride in our commitment to providing a comprehensive and rewarding Total Rewards package designed to support and empower our employees. Click here to learn more about our Total Rewards Philosophy.

The full base pay range has been provided for this position. Individual base pay will vary based on work schedule, qualifications, experience, internal equity, and geographic location. Sales roles often incorporate a significant incentive compensation program beyond this base pay range.$52,000.00 - $68,000.00 USD

Original Job Description

Events Manager

California, USA

Full time

We believe in the power and joy of learning

Our culture values inclusion, engagement, and discovery

Join our team as an Events Manager!

What you'll be doing:

Provide strategic event management expertise from planning through execution and follow-up.
Lead all aspects of events, ensuring budget guidelines are met.
Negotiate contracts and handle deliverables with hotels, restaurants, and other vendors.
Support and collaborate with all Events team members on various projects.

Project-Specific Responsibilities:

Share standard methodologies and lessons learned.
Conduct site research and selection.
Manage group travel arrangements.
Build and maintain online registration platforms.
Coordinate logistics with internal teams and external partners.
Travel to event locations for onsite management as needed.

Skills you’ll need:

3-5 years of event planning and contract negotiation experience.
BA/BS Degree or 3+ years of related work experience.
Outstanding project management and multitasking skills.
Proficiency with Zoom, MS Office, Office 365, and Excel.
Experience with Cvent or similar event technology, and Workfront or similar project management technology.
Ability to travel 5-10 times per year.

About Cengage Group

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