The Corporate Meeting Planner who will be a key member of the Travel and Meeting team. The position supports activities related to meeting and event planning for conferences, events, tradeshows. The Corporate Meeting Planner will report directly to the Vice President of Global Travel and Meeting Services.

Essential Job Responsibilities

Strategic sourcing and managing RFP for small meetingsManage the  online meeting registration systems;  maintenance of online and in person registration process including tracking and reporting, and key data metrics, rooming listsIdentify, negotiate, and select suppliers to reduce costs, minimize risks and penalties and ensure favorable incentive are achievedProvide effective professional client interface and customer service in responding to questions and requestsCreate and coordinate meeting materials preparation such as confirmations, welcome packets, final documents mailings, name badges, signage, restaurant/meal coordinationConduct research on venues and vendors; sourcing to accommodate planned meetings and eventsMaintain vendor database, research relating to meeting, events, design servicesAct as partner to streamline event technology tool to identify actionable strategies to improve user experience while ensuring adherence to global compliance policies and regulations Supervise vendor services on-siteDesire to contribute to brainstorming sessions and have personal creative inputAbility to think through all aspects of projects, solve problems and exhibit good judgment with clients, vendors, and staffAssume and perform other duties not specifically listed here, as needed by corporate travel and meeting departmentReview invoices, manage cost reporting related to meetings and events and troubleshoot errorsAssist with preparation and analysis of budgets and proposals. Prepare necessary reports to track project meeting progress including rooming lists, meeting evaluations, budgets and identifying and analyzing cost savings initiatives.Process vendor payments in accordance with Skechers’ accounting practicesInterface with Skechers USA, Inc. departments to coordinate and disseminate meeting and event informationDefine reporting requirements, review, and validate data to measure program effectivenessLiaise with all appropriate internal and external resources providing regular updates in a timely manner to ensure they always have all up to date informationOther duties as assigned

Job Requirements

Ability to work on-siteResourceful and creative self-starterProficient in MS Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, PPT, Teams, etc.), AdobeWorking experience preferred with CVENT, Stova and other meeting planning tools and resources (computer savvy and easily can pivot to learn other program)Minimum of 3 years’ experience in meeting related operationsThorough understanding of the hotel contract processThorough understanding of Food & Beverage and BEOsWorking knowledge of audiovisual, staging, production, and event designBasic, up-to-date meetings and events knowledgeAbility to develop, manage and reconcile budgetsInitiative, strong work ethic, & ownership of workAbility to “think outside the box”Ensure compliance to all Company policies and proceduresKnowledge of virtual, hybrid conference toolsOrganizational SkillsProven ability to organize and manage multiple meetings simultaneouslyAbility to multi-task effectivelyAbility to work independently as well as in a teamCustomer ServiceAbility to work with internal clients and exhibit a high level of customer serviceEffective verbal & written communication skillsMaintain composure & professionalism during stressful situationsSupplier RelationsClear understanding of the current hotel industry/climateAbility to represent Company in a professional manner

Education and Experience

College Degree or equivalent preferred3-5 years of experience working as a Meeting Planner/Coordinator or with an event management company preferred

The salary range for this position is $100,00-$110,000 USD per year.

About Skechers
Skechers (NYSE: SKX), a global, Fortune 500® brand develops and markets a diverse range of lifestyle and performance footwear, apparel, and accessories. Developing comfort technologies is the foundation of all we do – delivering stylish, innovative, and quality products. Serving over 180 countries and territories, Skechers connects customers to products through department and specialty stores, e-commerce and digital stores, and through our more than 5,200 company-and third-party-owned retail locations. Headquartered in Southern California, with offices and distribution centers around the globe, Skechers has spent 30 years helping people of all ages look and feel good.

Equal Employment Opportunity
Skechers is committed to providing a safe, inclusive, and respectful work environment. Skechers provides equal employment opportunities for all employees and applicants for employment without regard race, color, religion, gender, gender identification and expression, national origin, marital status, age, disability, genetic information, military status, sexual orientation, or any other protected characteristic established by local, state or federal law.

Reasonable Accommodation
Applicants for employment who require a reasonable accommodation to apply for a job should request appropriate accommodation by emailing benefits@skechers.com.
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each job responsibility satisfactorily.  The skills, abilities and physical demands described are representative of those duties that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities, who are otherwise qualified for the job position, to perform the essential functions.