Events Operations Manager
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At RingCentral, you’ll change the way the world works.
RingCentral is the global leader in cloud-based communications and collaboration software. We are fundamentally changing the nature of human interaction—giving people the freedom to connect powerfully and personally from anywhere, at any time, on any device.
We’re a $1.5 billion company that’s growing at 30+% annually.
As part of the RingCentral Strategic Events team, this role is an integral part of the Global Strategic Events Program and will support the planning and execution of all external 3rd party, in-person, hybrid, and virtual events and programs.
This role will report to the Senior Manager of Strategic Events and carry out logistics of event planning and production, including but not limited to project management, vendor/venue sourcing and outreach, event supplies and materials procurement, meeting management. The position allows for growth and direct interaction with senior executives and key external partners as well as event production and hospitality relations.
This person will need to work effectively within a small team and be a strategic problem solver with strong written and polished verbal communication skills. They’ll obsess over details, display poise and sophistication in fast-moving situations, embrace ambiguity, and deliver results.
Candidates should be located in Belmont, CA or its surrounding areas and agree to be in the office a minimum of 2x per week.
Key Responsibilities:
Support the Strategic Events team on all aspects of an event from pre-planning, program development, speaker coordination, procurement of supplies and collateral material, on-site staffing, invoice processing and expense reporting, to post-event analysis and follow up
Must have experience with purchasing, procurement, or finance for a large multinational corporation, tech or event experience preferred.
Ensure and maintain the confidentiality of all appropriate communications and documentation
Communicate with internal and external stakeholders and vendors
Negotiate contracts and manage suppliers including event agencies, hotels, off-site venues, caterers, and others.
Vet and qualify new events and conferences to scale the existing program
Collaborate with our Field Marketing team to strategically plan and execute ancillary events to help drive ROI
Resourceful and can find a way to make things happen
This position requires travel (approx. 30%) and the ability to lift 25+ pounds
Attributes/requirements
Minimum 5 - 10 years events and marketing communications experience. Ideal candidates will have previous event marketing, events experience specifically high tech products/services.
Experience with event platforms (Swoogo, Bizzabo, CVENT, Chili Piper, JiffleNow, etc.) and mobile apps preferred
Deeply collaborative, you excel in fast paced, ambiguous environments.
Strong communicator with a proven ability to think strategically, but stay on top of tactical execution with a robust attention to detail.
Ability to navigate a global company and take initiatives to find creative solutions.
Exceptional organizational, prioritization and time management skills with the ability to effectively execute independently toward multiple, high-priority projects in a timely fashion.
Strong problem-solving, critical and analytical thinking skills
Sense of humor
Bachelor Degree
What we offer:
RingCentral offers all the work/life benefits you could ever want, (and none of the micromanagement.)
Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, disability, life and pet insurance
Flexible PTO
401K match and ESPP
Wellness programs including virtual yoga, bootcamp, meditation classes and more
Paid parental leave
Milk Stork parental account
New parent gift box
RingCentral’s work culture is the backbone of our success. And don’t just take our word for it: we are recognized as a Best Place to Work by Glassdoor, the Top Work Culture by Comparably and hold local BPTW awards in every major location. Bottom line: We are committed to hiring and retaining great people because we know you power our success. RingCentral offers on-site, remote and hybrid work options optimized for the ways we work and live now.
About RingCentral
RingCentral, Inc. (NYSE: RNG) is a leading provider of business cloud communications and contact center solutions based on its powerful Message Video Phone™ (MVP™) global platform. More flexible and cost effective than legacy on-premises PBX and video conferencing systems that it replaces, RingCentral® empowers modern mobile and distributed workforces to communicate, collaborate, and connect via any mode, any device, and any location. RingCentral is headquartered in Belmont, California, and has offices around the world.
RingCentral is an equal opportunity employer that truly values diversity. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.