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This is a Conferences Planner position with responsibility over exhibit operations, service delivery and sponsorship fulfillment for Gartner'sdestination conferences in the North American region. Responsibilities include the development, management and execution of various conference elements relating to exhibits and sponsorships.

What you will do:

• Lead operational delivery of all exhibitor elements across multiple B2B conferences including project management, floor plan management, financial management (forecasting, budgeting and reconciliation), staff planning and production scheduling.
• Develop, maintain and improve exhibit floor plans to maximize revenue opportunities and engagement.
• Manage conference budgets with direct responsibility for all costs associated with exhibitor fulfillment and delivery; produce accurate monthly forecasts and manage expenses effectively.
• Attend conferences as the onsite lead for exhibit delivery including managing the production schedule, agency partners, vendors and conference staff.
• Develop and maintain exhibit inventory as it relates to the show floor, speaking sessions and other marketing opportunities.
• Analyze data to determine best course of action on various conference elements.
• Manage and maintain an online portal that holds all logistical information and details for exhibitors ensuring best possible experience for clients.
• Anticipate and react to client requests with a service focus that delivers exceedingly high value to drive exhibitor retention.
• Liaise with key conference partners and team members (internal and external) to ensure successful conference execution; build and maintain good relationships by establishing trust and strong partnerships.
• Achieve operational excellence and process efficiencies across all aspects of the conference delivery.
• Develop a comprehensive understanding of Gartner's conference business including the value proposition of each conference for attendees and exhibitors and the value proposition of each exhibitor product.
• Standardized operational processes, project management and best practices both in the planning and onsite execution stages of conference production and delivery.
• Develop an innovative and creative approach to all aspects of the role - team management, engagement strategy and operational execution.

What you will need:

• Bachelor's Degree preferred
• Bilingual English & Portuguese required
• 1-3+ Years Event Management, Experiential Marketing, Event Marketing and/or Tradeshow Management
• Proven event operational skills including production schedules, budget management and event staffing
• Project management experience on detailed programs with multiple variables and dependencies
• Proven experience in managing agency and vendor partners
• Strong interpersonal and relationship building skills especially with senior level professionals, cross-functionally and with agency partners
• Creative, innovative and strategic thinker with a strong attention to detail
• Strong financial management skills
• Motivated team player with desire to learn and grow
• Strong oral and written communication skills, including excellent presentation skills
• Effective problem solving, time management and organization skills
• Demonstrated ability to adapt, implement and manage change and strive for continuous improvement
• Passionate approach/methodology to deliver exceptional results
• Ability to thrive in high pressure situations

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Our mission relies on expert analysis and bold ideas to deliver actionable, objective business and technology insights, helping enterprise leaders and their teams succeed with their mission-critical priorities.

Since our founding in 1979, we've grown to 20,000 associates globally who support over 13,000 client enterprises in ~90 countries and territories. We do important, interesting and substantive work that matters. That's why we hire associates with the intellectual curiosity, energy and drive to want to make a difference. The bar is unapologetically high. So is the impact you can have here.

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What do we offer?

Gartner offers world-class benefits, highly competitive compensation and disproportionate rewards for top performers.

In our hybrid work environment, we provide the flexibility and support for you to thrive - working virtually when it's productive to do so and getting together with colleagues in a vibrant community that is purposeful, engaging and inspiring.

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Gartner believes in fair and equitable pay. A reasonable estimate of the base salary range for this role is 50,000 USD - 74,000 USD. Please note that actual salaries may vary within the range, or be above or below the range, based on factors including, but not limited to, education, training, experience, professional achievement, business need, and location. In addition to base salary, employees will participate in either an annual bonus plan based on company and individual performance, or a role-based, uncapped sales incentive plan. Our talent acquisition team will provide the specific opportunity on our bonus or incentive programs to eligible candidates. We also offer market leading benefit programs including generous PTO, a 401k match up to $7,200 per year, the opportunity to purchase company stock at a discount, and more.

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