MAG, a division of BDS Connected Solutions, is based in NYC and brings over 20 years of experience creating impactful campaigns for the world’s most esteemed brands. Together, we are seeking a dynamic Senior Manager to join our Employee Engagement team. This role will play a vital part in managing and optimizing employee recognition programs that foster a culture of appreciation, innovation, and engagement. The ideal candidate is a strategic thinker with strong organizational and interpersonal skills, capable of managing relationships and delivering high-quality initiatives. They will be responsible for managing multiple programs with one of the agency’s largest clients, from brief to execution.

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$80,000-$100,000 annual salary

WHAT YOU'LL DO

Project Management:

Manage the day-to-day elements of both small and large-scale projects, from planning to execution, with a focus on internal events for a large healthcare organization, including experiential programs and employee engagement tactics

Strategic Planning:

Collaborate with Director as well as freelance producers and junior team members to deliver projects that meet client objectives, developing and implementing new initiatives that enhance effectiveness and reach

Vendor Coordination:

Maintain and manage relationships with key vendors, including those specializing in audio, lighting, staging, fabrication, graphics, digital technology, venues, and more

Budget Management:

Develop, manage, and reconcile project budgets, ensuring financial targets are met

Deliverable Ownership:

Create presentation decks, production schedules, run-of-shows, and enforce key deliverable dates for program success

Client Relationship Management:

Act as the primary point of contact for client stakeholders, nurturing these relationships, addressing needs promptly and strategically throughout project lifecycles

Continuous Improvement:

Establish and maintain best practices in project management while tailoring processes for specific client needs

Onsite Management:

Provide oversight of programs once live, attending local events when needed, including site visits and installations to award ceremonies and other live events, ensuring all logistics are handled professionally

WHAT YOU'LL BRING

Experience and Education:

• Bachelor's degree in marketing, communications, meeting planning, or account management, or equivalent relevant experience
• 5+ years in an event or experiential marketing related discipline

Skills and Attributes:

• Strong project management skills with the ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the confidence and ability to build and maintain relationships across all levels of the organization and craft complex written communications
• Proven ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment
• Effective time management and attention to detail
• Enthusiasm, commitment to excellence, self-motivation, and a professional demeanor
• Flexibility to work early mornings, late evenings, and occasional weekends due to the nature of our events
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, PowerPoint, Teams, etc.); ability to tell a story visually in presentation decks, a plus
• Agency experience preferred
• Experience in planning and executing events a must, experience with live productions a plus
• Able to travel up to 25% (within tri-state area)

Physical Requirements:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to:

• Regularly talk, sit, stand, walk and bend over, repetitive use of hands/arms, repetitive use of legs and grasp
• Frequently lift and carry up to 25 lbs
• Occasionally lift and carry up to 50 lbs
• Continuous hand/eye coordination and fine manipulation

We will consider for employment all qualified Applicants, including those with Criminal Histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance.

Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

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BDS Connected Solutions offers a complete suite of Connected Commerce solutions that blend Advocacy, Training, Retail, Virtual, Experiential, and Digital environments to influence the modern buyer, regardless of where they are on their shopping journey. Since 1985, BDS has been inspired by innovation; as we continue to evolve as a trendsetter in today’s disruptive market, we enable our clients to do the same. Our industry-leading experts never stop working to discover, design, and deploy custom buying solutions that empower brands to achieve and exceed their unique sales goals. BDS is headquartered in Irvine, California with a regional office in New York City, New York. Visit us at www.BDSsolutions.com for more information.