Manager, Events

Strategic Event Planning Manager

Innovation starts from the heart. Heart valve disease impact millions of lives, spanning all ages and geographies. As communities globally address the opportunities and challenges of cardiovascular care, telling a compelling and authentic story is more crucial than ever. Beyond raising awareness, our Marketing teams build lasting, trusted relationships with medical professionals and industry stakeholders to ensure patients can receive the treatments they need.

Aortic stenosis impacts millions of people globally, yet it often remains under-diagnosed and under-treated. Edwards' groundbreaking work in transcatheter aortic heart valve replacement (TAVR) pioneered an innovative, life-changing solution for patients by offering heart valve replacement without the need for open heart surgery. Our Transcatheter Heart Valve (THV) business unit continues to partner with cardiologists and clinical teams to transform patient care with devices supported by clinical evidence. It's our driving force to help patients live longer and healthier lives. Join us and be part of our inspiring journey.

This role will lead the planning and execution of strategic event on campus experiences for both U.S. and global audiences. This role will also support the THV Global Events team in delivering high-impact, brand-aligned programs that engage key stakeholders and drive business objectives. This is an exciting opportunity to join a collaborative team and contribute to the success of global initiatives in a fast-paced, mission-driven environment. Key responsibilities will also include :

• Manage all national and regional medical congresses from development to implementation; provide support for global congresses as needed
• Negotiate higher volume and complex contracts
• Develop strategies for the effective management and execution of medical congresses, marketing events and projects intended to maximize company exposure and produce sales leads
• Develop relationships with associations to ensure maximum exposure and greatest benefit for Edwards sponsorship and participation
• Manage relationships with multiple vendors and lead vendor teams for congress execution and event management
• Manage new booth development; audit booth asset inventory; remain current on new trends in exhibit design
• Plan and execute educational symposia and customer events within medical congresses; contract negotiations, logistics, F&B, AV
• Active budget forecasting, management and reconciliation; and fiscal responsibility
• Lead cross functional teams to successful results
• Other incidental duties

What you'll need (Required) : Bachelor's Degree 8 years' experience of previously related work experience working in sales, marketing, or healthcare industry -OR- equivalent work experience based on Edwards criteria

What else we look for (Preferred) : Certified Meeting Professional (CMP) or Certified Meeting Professional healthcare subspecialty (CMP-HC) strongly preferred Proven successful project management skills Proven expertise in Microsoft Office Suite Excellent documentation and communication skills and interpersonal relationship skills including negotiating and relationship management skills with ability to drive achievement of objectives Extensive knowledge of own area within the organization while contributing to the development of new concepts, techniques, and standards Extensive understanding of related aspects of marketing concepts and principles Extensive knowledge and understanding of policies, procedures, and guidelines relevant to strategic event planning Strict attention to detail Ability to interact professionally with all organizational levels and proactively escalate issues to appropriate levels of management in the organization Ability to manage competing priorities in a fast paced environment Represents leadership on sections of projects within a specific area working closely with cross-functional team, marketing peers and leaders and managing needs and messaging to upper management Maintain a strong relationship with the regional sales team, clinical specialists, governmental affairs, clinical economics and training to ensure effective and optimal integration of efforts. Adhere to all company rules and requirements (e.g., pandemic protocols, Environmental Health & Safety rules) and take adequate control measures in preventing injuries to themselves and others as well as to the protection of environment and prevention of pollution under their span of influence / control

Edwards Lifesciences is the global leader in patient-focused innovations for structural heart disease. We are driven by a passion to help patients and a commitment to delivering exceptional experiences. Join us and be part of something meaningful.

Aligning our overall business objectives with performance, we offer competitive salaries, performance-based incentives, and a wide variety of benefits programs to address the diverse individual needs of our employees and their families.

For California, the base pay range for this position is $102,000 to $145,000 (highly experienced). The pay for the successful candidate will depend on various factors (e.g., qualifications, education, prior experience). Applications will be accepted while this position is posted on our Careers website.

Edwards is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer including protected Veterans and individuals with disabilities.

COVID Vaccination Requirement Edwards is committed to protecting our vulnerable patients and the healthcare providers who are treating them. As such, all patient-facing and in-hospital positions require COVID-19 vaccination. If hired into a covered role, as a condition of employment, you will be required to submit proof that you have been vaccinated for COVID-19, unless you request and are granted a medical or religious accommodation for exemption from the vaccination requirement. This vaccination requirement does not apply in locations where it is prohibited by law to impose vaccination.