Entergy
Corporate Events Planner
***This is an onsite position in New Orleans, LA. Relocation assistance and sponsorship is not provided. The official title will be Corporate Events Planner or Corporate Events Planner, Sr depending on the qualifications and experience of the selected candidate.*** Job Summary/Purpose The Corporate Events Planner, reporting to the Sr. Manager of Events Planning and Corporate Services, will: Assist in the planning and execution of executive and board level events, major company meetings, stakeholder engagements, and special events. Negotiate and manage contracts for various venues/companies such as hotels, conference centers, restaurants, and audio-visual companies. Arrange travel logistics and hotel lodging for participants. Setup/coordinate offsite dinners, develop schedule of events, manage meeting space per specifications for audio visual needs, coordinate/manage outside contractors, security, and other venue management. Partner with other internal teams including stakeholder coordinators, creative services, corporate security, IT, communications, public affairs, and finance in the execution of events and stakeholder engagements. Assist with management of Entergys corporate sponsorships including, but not limited to the New Orleans Saints, New Orleans Pelicans, and Saenger Theater, including contract negotiations and other assets. Ensure all financial management protocols are adhered to with respect to contracts, supply purchases, etc. Job Duties/Responsibilities Develop and implement event strategies to achieve organizational objectives. Plan and coordinate the details of major stakeholder events, corporate sponsorships, and meetings. Create and manage event budgets, negotiate contracts in partnership with supply chain, and ensure cost-effectiveness. Negotiate contracts for facilities, travel, entertainment, security, ground transportation, catering/menu selections, audio-visual equipment, offsite meals and activities, and any other special requirements of the executive leadership team and board. Research venue options, conduct site visits as necessary, and create basic comparative cost and price analysis for evaluation based on event needs and objectives. Maintain mutually beneficial relationships with existing vendors and research new opportunities to provide more cost-effective and creative services that meet organizational goals and standards. Assist with coordination of corporate sponsorships and assets/event ticketing for Super Dome, Smoothie King Arena, college sporting events, concerts, etc. Minimum Requirements Minimum education required of the position: Bachelors degree required. Advanced degree a plus. Minimum experience required of the position: Corporate Events Planner:
A minimum of 2 years of experience in event planning/hospitality/venue/hotel management. Corporate Events Planner, Sr:
5+ years of experience in event planning/hospitality/venue/hotel management. Primary Location: Louisiana-New Orleans Louisiana: New Orleans Job Function: Professional FLSA Status: Professional Relocation Option: No Relocation Offered Union description/code: NON BARGAINING UNIT Number of Openings: 2 Travel Percentage: Up to 25%
***This is an onsite position in New Orleans, LA. Relocation assistance and sponsorship is not provided. The official title will be Corporate Events Planner or Corporate Events Planner, Sr depending on the qualifications and experience of the selected candidate.*** Job Summary/Purpose The Corporate Events Planner, reporting to the Sr. Manager of Events Planning and Corporate Services, will: Assist in the planning and execution of executive and board level events, major company meetings, stakeholder engagements, and special events. Negotiate and manage contracts for various venues/companies such as hotels, conference centers, restaurants, and audio-visual companies. Arrange travel logistics and hotel lodging for participants. Setup/coordinate offsite dinners, develop schedule of events, manage meeting space per specifications for audio visual needs, coordinate/manage outside contractors, security, and other venue management. Partner with other internal teams including stakeholder coordinators, creative services, corporate security, IT, communications, public affairs, and finance in the execution of events and stakeholder engagements. Assist with management of Entergys corporate sponsorships including, but not limited to the New Orleans Saints, New Orleans Pelicans, and Saenger Theater, including contract negotiations and other assets. Ensure all financial management protocols are adhered to with respect to contracts, supply purchases, etc. Job Duties/Responsibilities Develop and implement event strategies to achieve organizational objectives. Plan and coordinate the details of major stakeholder events, corporate sponsorships, and meetings. Create and manage event budgets, negotiate contracts in partnership with supply chain, and ensure cost-effectiveness. Negotiate contracts for facilities, travel, entertainment, security, ground transportation, catering/menu selections, audio-visual equipment, offsite meals and activities, and any other special requirements of the executive leadership team and board. Research venue options, conduct site visits as necessary, and create basic comparative cost and price analysis for evaluation based on event needs and objectives. Maintain mutually beneficial relationships with existing vendors and research new opportunities to provide more cost-effective and creative services that meet organizational goals and standards. Assist with coordination of corporate sponsorships and assets/event ticketing for Super Dome, Smoothie King Arena, college sporting events, concerts, etc. Minimum Requirements Minimum education required of the position: Bachelors degree required. Advanced degree a plus. Minimum experience required of the position: Corporate Events Planner:
A minimum of 2 years of experience in event planning/hospitality/venue/hotel management. Corporate Events Planner, Sr:
5+ years of experience in event planning/hospitality/venue/hotel management. Primary Location: Louisiana-New Orleans Louisiana: New Orleans Job Function: Professional FLSA Status: Professional Relocation Option: No Relocation Offered Union description/code: NON BARGAINING UNIT Number of Openings: 2 Travel Percentage: Up to 25%