Senior Director, Events

Company Description
As one of the largest and most successful companies in the United States, The Wonderful Company takes pride in its market-leading brands FIJI Water, Wonderful Pistachios, Halos Citrus, POM Wonderful - that epitomize a healthy lifestyle. The company is led by its founders, Lynda and Stewart Resnick, who are not only prominent for their business success but among the worlds most impactful philanthropists.
The Senior Director of Events will manage high-profile meetings and events for the entire Wonderful Company. Examples include the companys Annual Executive Meeting (international and domestic), annual holiday party, summer event, retreats for various departments and companies, sales meetings, employee engagement events, brand launches, and community events in California's Central Valley, supporting the Social Impact work of our Education, Health and Wellness and Philanthropy groups. It is a visible position that will collaborate with the entire organization reporting to our Chief Corporate Affairs Officer.
The ideal candidate will bring demonstrated expertise producing first-in-class event experiences and leading a team of in-house professionals and external vendors. They will be at ease in managing complex budgets and have an ability to thrive in pressure situations. They will also have a level of seasoning and professional maturity to deal with prominent, dynamic principals with high expectations for performance.
The position is based in our West Los Angeles headquarters, working a hybrid schedule with 3 days per week in the office.
Job Description
With the support of a small but mighty team, plan, project manage, and execute a robust portfolio of internally and externally facing events on behalf of The Wonderful Company, our brands, and our Social Impact efforts.
Bring best practices and creativity to the table and act as a consultant/subject matter expert regarding event planning, logistics, approach, and execution.
Be business savvy and, negotiate best pricing with selected sites, venues, caterers, and other vendors while maintaining budget expectations.
Work collaboratively with in-house partners to prepare and manage event contracts, communications, and develop event designs, assets and collateral.
Provide hands-on, high-touch support for your internal clients.
Analyze and report on event outcomes, including post-event surveys, summary of expenses, etc. to ensure an eye for continuous improvement and efficiency.
Demonstrate interpersonal, collaboration, and problem-solving skills, including diplomacy to negotiate conflicting priorities and develop strong relationships.
Collaborate closely with internal groups to plan and manage event details, including project workflows, timelines, and statuses.
Manage timelines and prioritize multiple projects under quick deadlines and short runways, balancing strategic planning and deeply detailed execution.
Value the role Events plays in our overall company culture and be excited to drive wonderful engagement opportunities.Qualifications
Minimum of 10 years of business experience, with at least five years of event planning experience in a similar role within a complex, large, global organization.
Deep knowledge of meeting and event planning elements, industry best practices, technologies, production, and third-party service providers with a proven track record of producing high-quality events.
Successful track record of planning high-profile events.
Demonstrated ability to plan events in locations unfamiliar to you, including internationally.
Familiarity with large-scale virtual events, including best-in-class technologies, technical direction, and best practices.
Possess an eye for design, and a creative mindset. You love knowing the trends and bringing new ideas to the table.
Comfort and ability to interface with senior executives.
Experience effectively managing project budgets, vendors, and direct reports.
Ability to work and collaborate as part of a small, fast-paced team with a "roll up your sleeves" mentality.
Self-motivated with strong project management skills, ability to change direction quickly and influence/motivate others.
Exceptional organizational and communication skills, with keen attention to detail.
Must be willing to travel for site inspections and events, as well as work flexible and occasional long hours dependent upon event schedules.
Familiarity with current event marketing and management technology.
High sense of urgency and superior problem-solving abilities. Fluidity with long and short project runways; ability to confidently adapt to changing event priorities and take ownership of new responsibilities as needed.
Polished, professional appearance -- acts as an ambassador of The Wonderful Company and maintains grace and composure under pressure.
Bachelor's degree in a job-related area or equivalent practical experience.
COVID vaccination will be required for this position unless candidate has a legally valid exemptionAdditional Information
Competitive benefits package including Medical (including 24/7 online access to a physician), Vision, Dental and 401k with match eligibilityOpportunities for development and internal mobility
Manager and leadership training, biweekly L&OD webinars, and eLearning offerings
Companywide problem solving and continuous improvement training
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Company focus on wellness and health
Headquartered in Los Angeles, The Wonderful Company is a privately held $5 billion company dedicated to harvesting health around the world through its iconic consumer brands. The companys 10,000 employees worldwide are committed to bringing consumers everywhere the freshest, most wholesome pistachios, citrus and pomegranates; bottling the finest water and wines; and creating colorful bouquets that are sure to touch the heart. This commitment is reflected in the companys market share: Wonderful Pistachios is AmericasNo. 1 tree nut and Americas fastest-growing snack;Wonderful Halos is theNo. 1 mandarin orange in America;POM Wonderful is theNo. 1 100% pomegranate brand in America;FIJI Wateris AmericasNo. 1 premium imported bottled water brand; JUSTIN Wine has theNo. 1 Cabernet Sauvignon in California; and Teleflora is theworlds leading floral delivery service.

The Wonderful Companys connection to consumers has health at its heart and giving back at its core. The company has a long-standing commitment to corporate social responsibility, including more than $1 billion invested in environmental sustainability; $65 million in charitable giving, education initiatives, and innovative health and wellness programs each year; and $143 million toward the construction of two charter school campuses in Californias Central Valley.

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The Wonderful Company is proud to be an Equal Opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, transgender status, sexual stereotypes, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.
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