Industry Event Manager in Bolingbrook, IL

Company: Ulta Beauty

Job description: Job Description:

OVERVIEW

Discover greater levels of performance. With over 1,200 stores throughout the U.S. and designs to expand internationally, Ulta Beauty is revolutionizing the beauty retail experience. With new stores coming online on a continual basis and the re-engineering of existing locations with the latest design and technological advancements for heightened guest experiences, we’re not just growing, we’re thriving. Through consistent innovation and a bold commitment to reimagination. If you want the opportunity to build something strategic, to take ownership of your career trajectory, to apply your passion to operational excellence, Ulta Beauty provides the kind of stability and support few organizations can match. So be curious. Be flexible. Be more than you thought possible. The future is yours at Ulta Beauty.

THE IMPACT YOU CAN HAVE

The Industry Events Manager is primarily responsible for developing, managing and maintaining participation in industry shows and events, including trainings and recruiting events for current and potential new stylists. Through this work, the Industry Events Manager will help enable Ulta Beauty to continue building a high-performing, guest-centric culture.

CORE JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Develop and manage event themes, executive briefings, attendee lists, invitations, logistics, scripting, content development, timelines and invoices
  • Represent Ulta Beauty nationally at industry trade shows and events, including but not limited to: America’s Beauty Show, Premiere Orlando, North American Hairstyling Awards, BehindTheChair Show and services participation in the Field Leadership Conference
  • Selection and sourcing of sites and vendors for conferences, events and training sessions
  • Develop and manage all contract negotiations for conferences, events and training sessions to include managing the events budget
  • Manage all event-related internal/external staff and resources
  • Maintain and enhance existing relationships with current partners and collaborators in the industry
  • Support SVP Store & Services Operations and Chief Artistic Director in their partnerships with industry partners
  • Train support team for shows and events on conference calls, team meetings and training sessions
  • Manage the development and execution of the Unveiling Beauty (and other digital) series
  • Oversee Industry Events Specialist role and their responsibilities

THE ESSENTIALS FOR SUCCESS

JOB REQUIREMENTS:

  • Bachelor’s degree in communications, public relations, marketing (or related field), or relevant professional experience (required)
  • 5+ years of industry experience (required)
  • 5+ years of event planning or tradeshow experience (required)
  • Ability to lead a team of both direct and indirect reports
  • Superior project management and organization skills
  • Excellent writing and editing skills
  • Expert contract negotiation skills and experience
  • Expert proficiency with Microsoft Office product suite
  • Strong verbal communication and facilitation skills; able to break information down into clear concise steps using various vehicles of communication
  • CMP preferred (Certified Meeting Planner)

SPECIAL POSITION REQUIREMENTS:

  • Ability to travel up to 25% of the time, including overnight stays, weekends and evenings, as required
  • Ability to lift 25+ lbs

ABOUT

At Ulta Beauty (NASDAQ: ULTA), the possibilities are beautiful. Ulta Beauty is the largest North American beauty retailer and the premier beauty destination for cosmetics, fragrance, skin care products, hair care products and salon services. We bring possibilities to life through the power of beauty each and every day in our stores and online with more than 25,000 products from approximately 500 well-established and emerging beauty brands across all categories and price points, including Ulta Beauty’s own private label. Ulta Beauty also offers a full-service salon in every store featuring—hair, skin, brow, and make-up services.

We will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with arrest records, conviction records, or other criminal histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of any applicable state and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, and the New York City Fair Chance Act.

Expected salary:

Location: Bolingbrook, IL

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