Event Manager
Informa Plc, Newton, MA, United States
Overview
Company background and role information appears within multiple sections. This description describes Informa TechTarget and Omdia, the Event Manager role, and related areas of responsibility. This role is based in our Newton office. Responsibilities
Event Planning and Execution: Overseeing the planning, execution, and post-event analysis of regional events in the Americas region. Ensuring five-star event experiences for senior audiences. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to set event goals, themes, and target audiences. Budget Management: Manage a budget of over $2 million, ensuring cost-effectiveness. Allocate funds to events strategically and track spending. Report budget status to department head and VP of Events. P&L Impact: Make resource allocation decisions based on data insights. Understand the impact of events on the company\'s performance. Vendor Management and Negotiation: Source, evaluate, and negotiate vendor contracts for cost optimization. Maintain relationships with key vendors and address concerns. Be the regional point of contact for supplier issues. Risk Management: Identify and address potential event-related risks. Develop contingency plans for unexpected issues. Industry Knowledge: Working understanding of the IT channel ecosystem, including MSPs, SMBs, resellers, VARs, distributors, vendors, and media. Ability to navigate partnerships and commercial discussions within the channel. Stakeholder Engagement: Engage with internal and external stakeholders. Regular communication with C-level executives, internally and externally. Measurement and Evaluation: Implement KPIs to measure event success and impact. Knowledge & Skills: Familiarity with event management software/apps and the ability to manage in-person and app-based event formats. Strong organizational, communication, and negotiation skills. Willingness to work across global time zones and non-standard hours. Qualifications
A minimum of 3-5 years\u2019 experience is required. Experience preferred but not required includes IT channel knowledge, commercial awareness of the IT industry, full event project management, managing dedicated budgets, senior event executives management, and established supplier relationships. About the Organization
The Event Manager role is part of Omdia, within Informa TechTarget. Omdia provides market intelligence and support for IT strategy and decision-making. The organization helps clients drive strategy, validate investments, and outpace competitors. Benefits & Diversity
Great community: in-person and online events, charity initiatives, and active colleague networks. Flexible volunteering opportunities and charity match funding. Career development via bespoke training, mentoring platforms, and LinkedIn Learning. Paid time off details: 15 days PTO rising to 20 after three years and 25 after six years, plus 10 holidays, a birthday leave day, and remote-work flexibility up to four weeks a year. Competitive benefits including 401k match, health, vision, dental, parental leave, and an ESPP. Wellbeing support through EAP, mental health resources, and wellness tools. Recognition programs and global collaboration opportunities. The salary range for this role is $80,000- $100,000 based on experience. This posting will automatically expire on 2/20/26.
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Company background and role information appears within multiple sections. This description describes Informa TechTarget and Omdia, the Event Manager role, and related areas of responsibility. This role is based in our Newton office. Responsibilities
Event Planning and Execution: Overseeing the planning, execution, and post-event analysis of regional events in the Americas region. Ensuring five-star event experiences for senior audiences. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to set event goals, themes, and target audiences. Budget Management: Manage a budget of over $2 million, ensuring cost-effectiveness. Allocate funds to events strategically and track spending. Report budget status to department head and VP of Events. P&L Impact: Make resource allocation decisions based on data insights. Understand the impact of events on the company\'s performance. Vendor Management and Negotiation: Source, evaluate, and negotiate vendor contracts for cost optimization. Maintain relationships with key vendors and address concerns. Be the regional point of contact for supplier issues. Risk Management: Identify and address potential event-related risks. Develop contingency plans for unexpected issues. Industry Knowledge: Working understanding of the IT channel ecosystem, including MSPs, SMBs, resellers, VARs, distributors, vendors, and media. Ability to navigate partnerships and commercial discussions within the channel. Stakeholder Engagement: Engage with internal and external stakeholders. Regular communication with C-level executives, internally and externally. Measurement and Evaluation: Implement KPIs to measure event success and impact. Knowledge & Skills: Familiarity with event management software/apps and the ability to manage in-person and app-based event formats. Strong organizational, communication, and negotiation skills. Willingness to work across global time zones and non-standard hours. Qualifications
A minimum of 3-5 years\u2019 experience is required. Experience preferred but not required includes IT channel knowledge, commercial awareness of the IT industry, full event project management, managing dedicated budgets, senior event executives management, and established supplier relationships. About the Organization
The Event Manager role is part of Omdia, within Informa TechTarget. Omdia provides market intelligence and support for IT strategy and decision-making. The organization helps clients drive strategy, validate investments, and outpace competitors. Benefits & Diversity
Great community: in-person and online events, charity initiatives, and active colleague networks. Flexible volunteering opportunities and charity match funding. Career development via bespoke training, mentoring platforms, and LinkedIn Learning. Paid time off details: 15 days PTO rising to 20 after three years and 25 after six years, plus 10 holidays, a birthday leave day, and remote-work flexibility up to four weeks a year. Competitive benefits including 401k match, health, vision, dental, parental leave, and an ESPP. Wellbeing support through EAP, mental health resources, and wellness tools. Recognition programs and global collaboration opportunities. The salary range for this role is $80,000- $100,000 based on experience. This posting will automatically expire on 2/20/26.
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