Event Director Job at Advantage Unified Commerce, Chicago, IL

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  • Advantage Unified Commerce
  • Chicago, IL

Job Description

Event Director

At our company, we grow people, brands, and businesses! We're looking for a dynamic, strategic Event Director to lead the vision and execution of high-impact events and incentive programs for one of the world's most iconic brands, Anheuser-Busch. This is a highly visible leadership role where you will shape unforgettable experiences, drive innovation, and deliver excellence at scale.

If you thrive in fast-paced environments, love bringing big ideas to life, and have a passion for leading teams and delivering best-in-class experiences, this is your opportunity to make a lasting impact.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Report to Operations Director Anheuser-Busch
  • Own end-to-end delivery of large-scale events and incentive trips (concept through post-event analysis)
  • Manage budgets, forecasting, cost tracking, contracts, and ROI
  • Source, negotiate, and manage venues, hotels, and vendors; ensure performance and favorable terms
  • Evaluate proposals, contracts, addendums, and vendor responses
  • Act as point of contact for destination and vendor meeting requests
  • Lead timelines, priorities, and execution across multiple programs; adapt to changing needs
  • Partner cross-functionally with Client Services, Creative, Hospitality, and Production on planning, negotiations, and programming
  • Drive continuous improvement through process optimization and workflow enhancements
  • Maintain clear, proactive communication with clients and internal teams on timelines, roles, and deliverables
  • Build and maintain strong vendor and client relationships
  • Contribute to new business efforts (RFPs, RFIs, presentations, special projects)
  • Manage, coach, and develop team members

Requirements:

  • Bachelor's degree in Business Management, Marketing, Communications, or related field (or equivalent experience)
  • 8+ years in event production, sourcing, project management, and budget ownership
  • Knowledge and experience in the MICE Industry
  • Proven success delivering large-scale experiential programs (CPG/beverage preferred)
  • Expertise in sourcing, hotel buying, vendor management, and global destinations
  • Knowledge of hotels and destinations in US and Globally
  • Outstanding communication, organization, and problem-solving abilities
  • Experience in Contract negotiations, specific to hospitality industry nuances and legal aspects, securing best rates, and favorable contract terms
  • High attention to detail and commitment to delivering excellence
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office tools

Work Environment & Physical Requirements:

  • Primarily Office Based (remote) – up to 50% travel
  • Ability to sit for extended periods and perform computer-based work daily
  • Capability to stand and walk during events as needed
  • Occasional lifting of materials up to 10 pounds

Job Tags

Contract work, Work at office, Remote work

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