Manager, Corporate Event Management & Board Relations
Simon Property Group, Indianapolis, IN, United States
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Indianapolis, INtime type:
Full timeposted on:
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R13257**Job Location:**Corporate Indianapolis**PRIMARY PURPOSE:**This position plays a role in concept development, creation and flawless execution of executive meetings, corporate events, conferences, and conventions. Primary focus is the development of comprehensive event strategies that reflect the company’s mission, highlight the brand and key initiatives, and deliver the “Simon” experience to attendees. This role is responsible for project management, ensuring seamless coordination and execution of impactful event experiences while fostering and maintaining strong relationships with stakeholders and vendors. Precision, creativity, and effective communication are essential traits for success in this position.**PRINCIPAL RESPONSIBILITIES:**Collaborate with the Vice President of Corporate Event Management & Board Relations on ideation and strategy to develop and execute comprehensive event strategies that align with Simon brand and company objectives. Manage event logistics for executive meetings, corporate events, and conventions from development to execution. This role will collaborate with key cross functional senior leadership to identify goals and objectives for events and identify new and innovative ways of executing.*The successful candidate’s responsibilities will include, but not be limited to:** Coordinate with internal stakeholders to gather requirements, develop strategic event concepts, and execute projects within established timelines and budgets.* Collaborate cross-functionally with various department heads to address convention/event goals.* Work closely with the Brand team on any required event collateral ensuring brand consistency and messaging alignment.* Liaison with SEA and Human Resources on Simon Employee Events* Conduct market research to identify optimal venues, entertainment and or experiences.* Manage vendors, from securing bids, negotiating rates to placing orders and managing inventory upon receipt.* Develop and manage timelines, event overviews, travel manifests, room blocks etc.* Oversee and manage support staff for successful event implementation.* Adhere to budgets and proactively identify opportunities for cost savings when applicable.* Manage event financial ledgers and reconciliations* Document events and feedback in a manner that “tells the event story”.* Monitor feedback and results to continually improve and elevate events.* Responsible for assisting with various administrative support for the department, including managing schedules, coordinating travel, processing invoices, and expense reports.**MINIMUM JOB REQUIREMENTS:*** College degree preferred.* 1-3 years previous experience in event coordination, hospitality or shopping center/retail is beneficial.* Strong project management skills with the ability to prioritize tasks, develop timelines, manage deadlines, and deliver results in a fast-paced high-profile environment.* Desire to learn and build upon exisitng skill set to build a career at Simon.* Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build rapport, negotiate contracts, and resolve conflicts diplomatically.* Strong ability to efficiently multi-task and manage multiple projects simultaneously.* Independent worker who can take initiative and creates strategic and creative solutions to problems quickly.* Professional team player and hard worker who will do what is needed to ensure the team’s success.* Reputation for bring trusted, collaborative, initiative-taking and resourceful.* Driven and motivated to go the extra mile for results.* Flexibility to work varied schedules and travel as event schedule requires* Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint* Exceptional organizational skill, attention to detailSimon is a global leader in retail real estate ownership, management and development and an S&P 100 company (Simon Property Group, NYSE: SPG). Our industry-leading retail properties and investments across North America, Europe and Asia provide shopping experiences for millions of consumers every day and generate billions in annual retail sales. Our portfolio includes assets of national and international renown - proven assets that are the preferred location for retailers.In addition to our high quality properties, Simon is also known for our strong balance sheet, a long-tenured and well-respected senior management team, and our innovative spirit, as reflected in a 50 + year history of successful retail real estate development, management, and leasing. Simon was named Fortune’s Most Admired Real Estate Company eight times. We have experienced an explosion of growth and innovation unprecedented in the industry and we look forward to Simon's future.Simon is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.If you require assistance or need to request an accommodation due to a disability, please email CandidateAccommodations@simon.com. Please note this email is intended only for accommodation requests related to the application and interview process. Any other correspondence will not receive a response. #J-18808-Ljbffr
Indianapolis, INtime type:
Full timeposted on:
Posted Todayjob requisition id:
R13257**Job Location:**Corporate Indianapolis**PRIMARY PURPOSE:**This position plays a role in concept development, creation and flawless execution of executive meetings, corporate events, conferences, and conventions. Primary focus is the development of comprehensive event strategies that reflect the company’s mission, highlight the brand and key initiatives, and deliver the “Simon” experience to attendees. This role is responsible for project management, ensuring seamless coordination and execution of impactful event experiences while fostering and maintaining strong relationships with stakeholders and vendors. Precision, creativity, and effective communication are essential traits for success in this position.**PRINCIPAL RESPONSIBILITIES:**Collaborate with the Vice President of Corporate Event Management & Board Relations on ideation and strategy to develop and execute comprehensive event strategies that align with Simon brand and company objectives. Manage event logistics for executive meetings, corporate events, and conventions from development to execution. This role will collaborate with key cross functional senior leadership to identify goals and objectives for events and identify new and innovative ways of executing.*The successful candidate’s responsibilities will include, but not be limited to:** Coordinate with internal stakeholders to gather requirements, develop strategic event concepts, and execute projects within established timelines and budgets.* Collaborate cross-functionally with various department heads to address convention/event goals.* Work closely with the Brand team on any required event collateral ensuring brand consistency and messaging alignment.* Liaison with SEA and Human Resources on Simon Employee Events* Conduct market research to identify optimal venues, entertainment and or experiences.* Manage vendors, from securing bids, negotiating rates to placing orders and managing inventory upon receipt.* Develop and manage timelines, event overviews, travel manifests, room blocks etc.* Oversee and manage support staff for successful event implementation.* Adhere to budgets and proactively identify opportunities for cost savings when applicable.* Manage event financial ledgers and reconciliations* Document events and feedback in a manner that “tells the event story”.* Monitor feedback and results to continually improve and elevate events.* Responsible for assisting with various administrative support for the department, including managing schedules, coordinating travel, processing invoices, and expense reports.**MINIMUM JOB REQUIREMENTS:*** College degree preferred.* 1-3 years previous experience in event coordination, hospitality or shopping center/retail is beneficial.* Strong project management skills with the ability to prioritize tasks, develop timelines, manage deadlines, and deliver results in a fast-paced high-profile environment.* Desire to learn and build upon exisitng skill set to build a career at Simon.* Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build rapport, negotiate contracts, and resolve conflicts diplomatically.* Strong ability to efficiently multi-task and manage multiple projects simultaneously.* Independent worker who can take initiative and creates strategic and creative solutions to problems quickly.* Professional team player and hard worker who will do what is needed to ensure the team’s success.* Reputation for bring trusted, collaborative, initiative-taking and resourceful.* Driven and motivated to go the extra mile for results.* Flexibility to work varied schedules and travel as event schedule requires* Strong working knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint* Exceptional organizational skill, attention to detailSimon is a global leader in retail real estate ownership, management and development and an S&P 100 company (Simon Property Group, NYSE: SPG). Our industry-leading retail properties and investments across North America, Europe and Asia provide shopping experiences for millions of consumers every day and generate billions in annual retail sales. Our portfolio includes assets of national and international renown - proven assets that are the preferred location for retailers.In addition to our high quality properties, Simon is also known for our strong balance sheet, a long-tenured and well-respected senior management team, and our innovative spirit, as reflected in a 50 + year history of successful retail real estate development, management, and leasing. Simon was named Fortune’s Most Admired Real Estate Company eight times. We have experienced an explosion of growth and innovation unprecedented in the industry and we look forward to Simon's future.Simon is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.If you require assistance or need to request an accommodation due to a disability, please email CandidateAccommodations@simon.com. Please note this email is intended only for accommodation requests related to the application and interview process. Any other correspondence will not receive a response. #J-18808-Ljbffr