Corporate Events Manager

Who are we and what do we do?

Edible® is a leader in the gifting category with delicious, hand-crafted offerings which we’ve expanded to a range of gifts and treats for every moment including our new treat business, Incredible Edibles®. From our signature Edible Arrangements® Fruit Bouquets, Dipped Fruit® boxes, fresh fruit smoothies and more, Edible’s exceptionally crafted gifts and treats continue to fill the world with goodness. Through Edible’s 1,000 independently owned franchise locations, the mission of the brand - no matter how big it gets - is to WOW you with every piece of fruit that’s dipped, box that’s filled or arrangement that’s hand-delivered.

Through all of our incredible years, we’ve remained committed to our 5Ps: Our promise–To WOW each and every customer. Our products–Natural, novel and delicious. Our places–Stores, vans and edible.com. Our People–Both our corporate and in-store employees. Our purpose–To celebrate what’s good in life.

Who we’re looking for:

From ideation to execution, the Corporate Events Manager will be responsible for all aspects of the Edible® Convention. The ideal candidate thrives in fast-paced, creative environments and is detail-oriented with excellent communication skills. The objectives for this position will be to provide high quality project support, accurate and timely project coordination, and focused internal and external responsiveness.

How you’ll make an impact:

• Liaison between convention stakeholders, vendors, registration, procurement and operations teams; understand and interpret meeting objectives and navigate event planning processes
• Deliver exceptional client service with a consultative, solutions-oriented approach
• Forecast management and impeccable data integrity
• Strict adherence to meeting protocols (cost saving measures, risk policies, contract approvals)
• Source appropriate venues on behalf of meeting stakeholders to capture vision and objective of event while also meeting budget, size and location/date requirements
• Frequent interaction and communication with firm leadership and external clients through meeting registration and coordination
• Serve as single point of contact for both the event sponsor and the hotel/event venue
• Develop, review, and approve detailed specifications for hotel or venue operations - conference services, rooms, catering, conference set up, AV, business center, accounting, IT/Communications
• Audit and submit all event related invoices for processing
• Post convention reporting and reconciliation

And here’s what we think you’re like:

• Specialized knowledge in contracting, organizing and managing all logistical aspects of complex meetings and events; 4-7 years of experience
• Excellent communication skills (written and oral) with a consultative style
• Project management - ability to understand scope, create timelines and detailed event forecasts, and deliver on time to budget
• Solutions & results oriented
• Ability to work independently on multiple projects simultaneously and under deadlines
• Ability to handle high volume workload and fast pace; manage stress
• Excellent customer service

What we offer:

• Competitive Salary and Benefit plans
• Healthcare Plan including health/dental/vision insurance
• 401K Plan
• Section 125 Flexible Spending Account
• Life Insurance
• Short- and Long-Term Disability
• Paid time off
• Paid holidays

We are proud to be an EEO/AA employer. Applicants for employment are considered without regard to race, creed, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, national origin, age, and disability, status as a veteran, Vietnam Era Veteran, or being a member of the Reserves or National Guard.