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Yardi Systems is currently recruiting for an Event Planner to join their growing Marketing team in Santa Barbara CA.
As an Event Planner, you will be committed to providing outstanding customer service and organization in the production of corporate events from inception to completion. As an Event Planner you will be responsible for managing, scheduling, and delivering well-organized memorable events that meet Yardis goal of being the leader in the Real Estate industry.
Responsibilities
Liaise with stakeholders to determine requirements for each event, handle site selection and contract negotiation with event venues
Work with internal teams to schedule and manage needs for marketing, to include, internal email schedule, branding, design, and production for each event
Will work with Marketing, Sales, Marketing Campaign Specialists and presenters for content, audience development and client presenters
Will be responsible for onsite management of events to include, main contact for venue, oversee registration, execution of events, management of staff at events, and effective problem solving and issue resolution
Organize facilities and manage all event's details to include, décor, catering, entertainment, transportation, A/V, promotional materials, and billing
Ensure compliance with insurance, legal, health and safety obligations
Will manage room blocking at venues for both clients and staff as necessary and will ensure client satisfaction
Will ensure internal and external vendor execution of quality events
Responsible for budget maintenance for each event and report to manager
Handle the execution of pre/post evaluations, report outcomes, follow up on sales leads, and provide feedback to stakeholders
Will strive for continuous process improvement in support of quality and optimum service levels
Will stay abreast of current event trends and implementation options for Yardi
Requirements
Bachelors degree in Hospitality, Business or other related field or equivalent experience
Minimum 2 years prior experience in event planning with experience with contract negotiation
Prior experience in high level customer service (hospitality industry a plus)
Adept at building strong cross functional working relationships
Easily adaptable to changing priorities with the ability to self-motivate
Strong organizational and time management skills and the ability to be resourceful
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Ability to develops new initiatives while managing multiple events/tasks
Experience with MS Office Word, Excel, Outlook, CRM, and SharePoint desired
National travel required up to 10% for meetings, events, forums, and site inspections
PLEASE APPLY TO: https://careers.yardi.com/openings/job-posting/CORP19111903/
Yardi Systems is a successful independent software company with a proven history of growth and market leadership in the multi-billion dollar global commercial real estate industry. We employ talented, motivated and innovative people that are focused on delivering superior solutions to our clients and are passionate about working with other highly skilled professionals in team environments.
If you are seeking an opportunity to join a winning team, work with the latest Microsoft technologies and develop your career, then Yardi Systems is the place for you. We have a pleasant and casual work environment, competitive salaries, and a comprehensive benefits package. Our corporate culture stresses integrity, respect, trust, responsibility, and fun.
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