Event Manager (experienced level professional)

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The opportunity

Michelin is hiring! We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Event Manager with a passion for and experience in creating unique and memorable events. Working in collaboration and partnership with various members of the Lifestyle team, events will range from Michelin Guide Ceremonies to partner events, dinners and activations.

This position requires tactics to deliver the event objectives and includes managing multiple events of various scope simultaneously. You will work with internal and external partners on creative development and collaborate with vendors, suppliers, and support roles to assist in the production of the event. Your tasks include selecting and coordinating event venues, managing all logistics, ensuring event safety and security, and maintaining budgets with adherence to our brand guidelines and standards. You will also coordinate pre- and post-event communications as needed with participants and partners and track key metrics to assess event success, providing reports to partners and the team following the event. Come join our team!

The Event Manager is mainly involved in two types of events: The MICHELIN Guide Ceremonies and partner-related events.

Overview

As part of The Michelin Group, we share the same unique vision as our tire business unit. We live better when we are in motion.

We grow, we discover, we work, we learn, we meet, and we make progress in our lives. We innovate for a better life in motion by proposing more enjoyable, reliable, sustainable services to improve the quality of our customer's experience. Our mission is to become the leading media brand for discerning customers in Gastronomy, Travel and Lifestyle. We're not just a curation service, we also make it possible for as many people as possible to access these restaurants and hotels worldwide via our booking services, which are easy to use and open to all. If you embody values such as respect for people, teamwork, and trust, we invite you to consider joining us at Michelin, where excellence is not just a goal but a way of life.

What you will do

• Coordinate all phases of event planning from concept to execution including but not limited to venue or restaurant selection, catering and menu curation, audio-visual requirements, communications, decor, branded/printed elements, production/run of show timelines, and event registration.
• Develop and manage budgets for each event, ensuring cost-effectiveness and adherence to financial guidelines.
• Successful leadership of a project team and coordination of interested parties through the organization of meetings to ensure alignment and communication flow.
• Lead efforts in the implementation of offers with external partners managing the deployment of the events from design to post event satisfaction in collaboration with the client and internal team member.
• Collaborate closely with key team members and partners both inside and outside the organization in providing logistical details, operational timelines to ensure successful event execution.
• Assist in expanding relationships with existing partners by proposing and arranging solutions that meet their needs and requirements to drive mutual growth.
• Collaborate with internal teams to develop tailored partnership proposals and strategies that align with the brand's objectives and our company's goals.
• Analyze event success against key performance indicators and implement improvements for future events.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for assigned events, providing outstanding customer service and the ability troubleshoot in real time ensuring high production standards along with seamless execution.
• Develop and implement comprehensive event strategies aligned with organizational goals and objectives to drive revenue growth.
• Travel required - including weekends.

What you will bring

Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in Event Management, Hospitality, or related field.

5+ years of Event Management experience with preference in the luxury brand space.

Familiarity with Michelin Guide restaurants and chef community a plus.

Demonstrated experience leading high profile/luxury, multi-format events with discerning clientele.

Deep respect for culinary excellence and service standards .

Tasteful attention to details and aesthetics and passion for the guest experience .

Strong organizational skills and understanding of the event production life cycle including concepting, budgeting, communication and project management.

Excellent communication and negotiation skills, with the ability to influence and build rapport with key contributors and partners.

Confidence in identifying potential hurdles in the planning process along with strong problem-solving skills.

Excellent time management skills along with a capacity to prioritize tasks.

Critical thinking mentality demonstrating skill in developing and delivering innovative events to further our partnership strategies.

Ability to work effectively within a team, yet also individually, in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.

Spanish and/or French language skills are a plus. Valid passport.

This position is open to hybrid remote work based in our New York City office.

Starting pay range of $90k-$110k

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Ready to Shape the Future of Innovation?

Michelin is building a world-leading manufacturer of life-changing composites and experiences. Pioneering engineered materials for more than 130 years, Michelin is uniquely positioned to make decisive contributions to human progress and a more sustainable world. Drawing on its deep know-how in polymer composite materials, Michelin is constantly innovating to manufacture high-quality tires and components for critical applications in demanding fields as varied as mobility, construction, aeronautics, low-carbon energies and healthcare.

The care placed in its products and deep customer knowledge inspire Michelin to offer the finest experiences. This spans from providing data- and AI-based connected solutions for professional fleets to recommending outstanding restaurants and hotels curated by the MICHELIN Guide.

Why Michelin?

• Career Growth: Personalized development plans, mentorship, and cross-functional opportunities. Unique career paths and opportunities for advancement.

• Inclusive Culture: Thrive in a diverse, supportive environment where your competencies, contributions and behaviors are recognized. Option to join one of our Connected Communities.

• Innovation-Driven: Work on projects that matter-from sustainable materials to digital transformation.

• Community Impact: Be part of a company that does what's right. We use sustainable business practices while balancing the needs of our customers and communities.

Michelin provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), parental status, national origin, age, disability, genetic information (including family medical history), political affiliation, military service, or other non-merit-based factors. Consistent with these obligations, Michelin also provides reasonable accommodations to employees and applicants with disabilities and for sincerely held religious beliefs. If you need accommodation for any part of the employment process because of a disability, please contact us at accommodations@michelin.com.

This position is not available for immigration sponsorship.

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