Sr. Manager, Global Events

Coupa makes margins multiply through its community-generated AI and industry-leading total spend management platform for businesses large and small. Coupa AI is informed by trillions of dollars of direct and indirect spend data across a global network of 10M+ buyers and suppliers. We empower you with the ability to predict, prescribe, and automate smarter, more profitable business decisions to improve operating margins.

Why join Coupa?

🔹 Pioneering Technology: At Coupa, we're at the forefront of innovation, leveraging the latest technology to empower our customers with greater efficiency and visibility in their spend.

🔹 Collaborative Culture: We value collaboration and teamwork, and our culture is driven by transparency, openness, and a shared commitment to excellence.

🔹 Global Impact: Join a company where your work has a global, measurable impact on our clients, the business, and each other. 

The Impact of a Sr. Manager, Global Events at Coupa:

At Coupa, we create events that inspire, connect, and drive meaningful business outcomes. As Senior Events Operations Manager, you’ll play a key role in bringing these experiences to life.

As Senior Manager, Global Events, you will lead the planning and execution of high-impact marketing events, including the annual Coupa Inspire conference, regional tentpole events, and executive engagements. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment, excels at cross-functional collaboration, and is passionate about creating seamless, engaging event experiences. You'll oversee logistics, budgets, and stakeholder coordination while driving innovation, efficiency, and brand impact. Your work will ensure events are delivered flawlessly, maximizing value, streamlining processes, and reinforcing Coupa’s industry leadership. If you’re a strategic thinker who loves bringing events to life, we’d love to hear from you!

What You'll Do:

• Partner with the Sr. Director, Global Strategic Events to craft engaging attendee experiences, drive pipeline growth, and hit registration goals.
• Lead the planning and flawless execution of major events, including our global customer event Inspire, North American Coupa Executive Summits, and support other marketing events such as Inspire World Tour and Sales Kickoff.
• Manage timelines, deliverables, and cross-functional workstreams to ensure seamless coordination.
• Source and manage vendors, from venues and technology partners to agencies and contractors.
• Oversee internal communications, attendee lists, keynote and breakout session content, venue logistics, and ancillary events.
• Manage complex budgets, negotiate high-value sponsorships, and ensure cost efficiency.
• Implement risk management strategies, sustainability initiatives, and event metrics tracking to optimize ROI.
• Advance and streamline standardized processes to enhance event planning and execution efficiency.
• Keep stakeholders aligned on deliverables, empower Coupa Partners with sponsorship opportunities, and provide sales and marketing teams with the tools to drive attendance.
• Represent our culture in every interaction, ensuring our events reflect the innovation, collaboration, and excellence that define us.

What You Will Bring to Coupa:

• Proven project management skills with expertise in platforms (Asana experience preferred).
• 7+ years of event management experience, including large-scale B2B SaaS user conferences (2,000+ attendees, $5M+ budget).
• A self-starter with strong time management, organization, and attention to detail—able to create, interpret, and execute budgets effectively.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Experience managing internal and external stakeholders, including executives, vendors, and agencies.
• Ability to thrive in fast-paced, high-pressure environments with tight deadlines.
• A creative mindset, always looking for innovative ways to enhance event experiences and drive results.
• Willingness to travel as needed.

At Coupa, we celebrate diversity and recognize its value to our customers and employees. Coupa is proud to be an equal-opportunity workplace and affirmative-action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or any other applicable status protected by state or local law. 

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