Role Overview
Sodexo is seeking a Special Event Planner Manager to support a High-End Corporate Client that rapidly growing.
The Event Manager is a creative and highly organized professional responsible for designing, managing, and executing a wide range of employee events. This role is crucial for fostering a vibrant and inclusive company culture by leading key programs, including Employee Resource Group (ERG) events, celebrations for our various offices (RO celebrations), and annual company-wide celebrations. The Event Lead will manage every stage of the event lifecycle, from concept and design to promotion and post-event analysis.
This is an ON-SITE position that will require up to 20% travel between sites. Candidates must reside near Mountain View, CA.
What You'll Do
Event Design & Management
Project Management
Manage all event projects from ideation to completion, including setting clear timelines, deliverables, and delegating roles and responsibilities to team members and stakeholders.
Event Marketing & Communications
Serve as the primary owner of all event-related communications, including calendar invites, detailed emails, chat announcements, and digital/physical signage.
What We Offer
Compensation is fair and equitable, partially determined by a candidate's education level or years of relevant experience. Salary offers are based on a candidate's specific criteria, like experience, skills, education, and training. Sodexo offers a comprehensive benefits package that may include:
- Medical, Dental, Vision Care and Wellness Programs
- 401(k) Plan with Matching Contributions
- Paid Time Off and Company Holidays
- Career Growth Opportunities and Tuition Reimbursement
More extensive information is provided to new employees upon hire.
What You Bring
Experience collaborating with diverse stakeholders, including ERG leads, senior management, and vendors.
Who We Are
At Sodexo, our purpose is to create a better everyday for everyone and build a better life for all. We believe in improving the quality of life for those we serve and contributing to the economic, social, and environmental progress in the communities where we operate. Sodexo partners with clients to provide a truly memorable experience for both customers and employees alike. We do this by providing food service, catering, facilities management, and other integrated solutions worldwide.
Our company values you for you; you will be treated fairly and with respect, and you can be yourself. You will have your ideas count and your opinions heard because we can be a stronger team when you’re happy at work. This is why we embrace diversity and inclusion as core values, fostering an environment where all employees are valued and respected. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to individuals regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, gender identity, pregnancy, disability, sexual orientation, military status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. If you need assistance with the application process, please complete this form.
Qualifications & Requirements
Minimum Education Requirement - Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent experience
Minimum Management Experience - 3 yearsMinimum Functional Experience - 3 years
