Senior Global Events Professional
WFA Digital Insight
The demand for skilled event professionals in the tech industry has skyrocketed, with a 25% increase in global event management roles in the last year alone. As the world becomes increasingly digital, companies like Iron Mountain are looking for experts who can bring their brand to life through immersive events. With the rise of remote work, the ability to manage global events seamlessly is more crucial than ever. Iron Mountain's commitment to sustainability and customer satisfaction makes this role stand out, and candidates should be prepared to showcase their expertise in event management, project planning, and cross-functional collaboration. Before applying, consider how your skills align with Iron Mountain's growth objectives and brand awareness goals.
Job Description
About the Role
As a Senior Global Events Professional at Iron Mountain, you will be responsible for leading the company's event strategy and execution worldwide. This includes managing everything from high-level strategic alignment with business goals to the fine-grained logistics of booth shipping and lead capture. You will be the central hub for all events, coordinating across Marketing, Sales, Product, and Operations to ensure messaging is aligned and stakeholders are prepared.The role entails day-to-day management of global events, including event selection, contract negotiation, vendor management, and budget optimization. You will work closely with the Demand Generation team to ensure seamless lead flow from the event floor into Iron Mountain's CRM (Salesforce). Your expertise in event management, project planning, and cross-functional collaboration will be essential in driving the company's growth objectives and brand awareness.
Iron Mountain's Asset Lifecycle Management (ALM) division is seeking a high-energy, detail-oriented individual to fill this role. The ideal candidate will have experience in corporate event management, preferably within a global B2B or technology environment. A strong understanding of Salesforce and Excel is required, as well as exceptional organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple complex timelines simultaneously.
What You Will Do
- Define and execute a comprehensive global events roadmap that supports ALM's growth objectives, brand awareness, thought leadership, and lead generation targets
- Lead all phases of event management, including event selection, contract negotiation, vendor management, booth design, logistics, pre-event marketing, on-site execution, and post-event communications and analysis
- Act as the central hub for ALM events, coordinating across Marketing, Sales, Product, and Operations to ensure messaging is aligned and stakeholders are prepared
- Own the global events budget, ensuring every dollar is optimized for maximum ROI and reporting regularly on spend and performance
- Craft compelling event-related content, including internal briefings, promotional emails, and pre/post-show communications for attendees and staff
- Partner with Demand Generation teams to ensure seamless lead flow from the event floor into Iron Mountain's CRM (Salesforce)
- Manage the logistics of booth shipping and lead capture, ensuring timely and efficient execution
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure alignment and stakeholder preparedness
- Analyze event performance and provide insights for future improvement
What We Are Looking For
- 2+ years of experience in corporate event management, preferably within a global B2B or technology environment
- Project management mastery, with exceptional organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple complex timelines simultaneously
- Professional-grade written and verbal communication skills to engage internal stakeholders as well as customers
- Independence and self-motivation, with the ability to thrive in an environment where you 'own' the function without requiring a team of direct reports
- Global mindset, with experience navigating international shipping, customs, and cultural nuances of global event execution
- Ability to travel 30-35%, including domestic and international trips
- Flexibility to work across various time zones as needed for global event coordination
- Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Communications, Hospitality, or a related field
- Strong understanding of Salesforce and Excel
Nice to Have
- Experience with event management software and tools
- Knowledge of digital marketing and social media platforms
- Certification in event management or a related field
- Experience working in a fast-paced, dynamic environment
Benefits and Perks
- Competitive compensation and benefits aligned with experience
- Comprehensive health, wellness, and retirement plans
- Flexible work options to support work-life balance
- Opportunities for continuous learning and professional growth
- Access to cutting-edge tools and technologies
- Collaborative and dynamic work environment
- Recognition and rewards for outstanding performance
How to Stand Out
- Be prepared to showcase your expertise in event management, project planning, and cross-functional collaboration, and highlight specific examples from your experience.
- Develop a strong understanding of Salesforce and Excel, as well as event management software and tools, to increase your chances of success in this role.
- Emphasize your ability to work independently and manage multiple complex timelines simultaneously, as this is a key requirement for the position.
- Research Iron Mountain's growth objectives and brand awareness goals, and be prepared to discuss how your skills and experience align with these goals.
- Consider creating a portfolio of your work, including examples of successful events you have managed, to demonstrate your capabilities to potential employers.
- Be prepared to discuss your experience with budget management and ROI optimization, as well as your ability to analyze event performance and provide insights for future improvement.
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