Sr Event Planner

2 months ago

Chicago, Illinois, United States Motorola Solutions Full time

Company Overview

At Motorola Solutions, we're guided by a shared purpose - helping people be their best in the moments that matter - and we live up to our purpose every day by solving for safer. Because people can only be their best when they not only feel safe, but are safe. We're solving for safer by building the best possible technologies across every part of our safety and security ecosystem. That's mission-critical communications devices and networks, AI-powered video security & access control and the ability to unite voice, video and data in a single command center view. We're solving for safer by connecting public safety agencies and enterprises, enabling the collaboration that's critical to connect those in need with those who can help. The work we do here matters.

Department OverviewThe Motorola Solutions Customer Experiences and Events team is responsible for ideation, plan development and activation of proprietary and one-of-a-kind internal and external events within North America.
The team consists of event and trade show marketing professionals who regularly collaborate across various functional teams (marketing, product groups, sales professionals, leadership and more) helping to bring strategy to life. This team is part of the Marketing organization.
Job Description

Motorola Solutions is looking for an energetic, experienced and organized Senior Event Planner to work with the events and wider marketing teams to develop and deliver events and experiences to support strategic sales objectives and brand presence and exposure across the industries we serve.

This position is responsible for project managing events and programs of all types and varying sizes, including presence at exhibitions and trade shows, hosted conferences (e.g. sales kick-offs, partner conferences and roadshows), as well as networking and hospitality events to support Motorola Solutions' goals and objectives.

The Senior Event Planner is responsible for but not limited to the following:

  • Full accountability and oversight of event project scope from strategy development, RFP and contracting, to planning and onsite execution, to post-show budget reconciliation, and KPI measurement and reporting
  • Develop and implement project plans, event budgets, critical timelines, and more
  • Negotiate and contract with venues, third party agencies
  • Lead collaboration and drive strong relationships with key contributors (vertical marketing, channel marketing, product marketing, marketing communications, leadership, and external suppliers)
  • Accountable for implementation of appropriate event technology, i.e. Cvent
  • Travel onsite to events to oversee all event operations and logistics and ensure sales and customer/partner satisfaction

Capabilities & Attributes:

  • Exceptional communications skills : work, interact and be comfortable presenting to various stakeholder groups and organizational levels
  • Exceptional time management skills: ability to multitask in fast-paced and deadline- oriented environment and manage heavy workloads
  • Exceptional project and budget management skills: a ccurately and confidently manage all aspects of the event
  • Enthusiasm : bring ideas, enthusiasm, and event industry insights, while always maintaining a level of curiosity and desire to learn about our business

Specific Knowledge/Skills:

  • Bachelor's Degree
  • 7+ years of proven corporate event management experience
  • Spanish Fluency preferred
  • Prior budget management and negotiations experience
  • Prior customer-facing responsibility
  • Ability to lead diverse internal and external groups through ideation sessions, post-conference sessions and overall event planning coordination
  • Ability to develop and maintain relationships with C-level executives
  • Self-starter who quickly and proactively solves challenges with minimum guidance and direction
  • Thrives in fast-paced work environment
  • Intermediate to advanced knowledge in Microsoft Office and Google Suite
  • Experience with current event management technology: Cvent, mobile apps, lead capture etc.
  • Ability to travel as needed for onsite event operation, estimated at 20%, including on weekends
    • Ability to meet physical requirements (travel, walking, lifting, long days/hours) while at onsite operation

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Basic Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree
  • 7+ years of events management experience


Travel Requirements25-50%
Relocation ProvidedNone
Position TypeExperienced
Referral Payment PlanYes

Our U.S. Benefits include:

  • Incentive Bonus Plans
  • Medical, Dental, Vision benefits
  • 401K with Company Match
  • 10 Paid Holidays
  • Generous Paid Time Off Packages
  • Employee Stock Purchase Plan
  • Paid Parental & Family Leave
  • and more

EEO Statement

Motorola Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other legally-protected characteristic.

We are proud of our people-first and community-focused culture, empowering every Motorolan to be their most authentic self and to do their best work to deliver on the promise of a safer world. If you'd like to join our team but feel that you don't quite meet all of the preferred skills, we'd still love to hear why you think you'd be a great addition to our team.

We're committed to providing an inclusive and accessible recruiting experience for candidates with disabilities, or other physical or mental health conditions. To request an accommodation, please email

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