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Company Overview GEP is a diverse, creative team of people passionate about procurement. We invest ourselves entirely in our client’s success, creating strong collaborative relationships that deliver extraordinary value year after year. Our clients include market global leaders with far-flung international operations, Fortune 500 and Global 2000 enterprises, leading government and public institutions. We deliver practical, effective services and software that enable procurement leaders to maximise their impact on business operations, strategy and financial performance. That’s just some of the things that we do in our quest to build a beautiful company, enjoy the journey and make a difference. GEP is a place where individuality is prized, and talent respected. We’re focused on what is real and effective. GEP is where good ideas and great people are recognized, results matter, and ability and hard work drive achievements. We’re a learning organization, actively looking for people to help shape, grow and continually improve us. Are you one of us? GEP is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, national origin, religion, sex, protected veteran status, disability status, or any other characteristics protected by federal, state or local law. We are committed to hiring and valuing a global diverse work team. GEP is proud to be an EEO/AA employer M/F/D/V. For more information please visit us on GEP.com or check us out on LinkedIn.com. What you will do We’re looking for an Associate Director to lead GEP’s global events program. This is a hands-on leadership role for someone who can set strategy while also managing the details that make events successful. You’ll oversee our most important client- and prospect-facing moments — from our annual summit to trade shows and regional programs — working closely with colleagues across marketing, sales, business development and client services. Key Responsibilities Event Strategy & Planning: Develop overarching events program, and implement the strategy for each event, including theme, positioning, team resourcing, activities, and budget. Ensure events support our marketing, sales, and lead generation goals. Execution & Logistics: Oversee end-to-end planning and execution of our events, including our client summit, trade shows, conferences, and webinars. Manage vendor relationships, budgets, reporting, and on-site activities. Team Leadership & Collaboration: Lead the GEP events team, and coordinate with regional marketing leaders to deliver a unified global program. Partner with leaders in sales, business development, and client services to ensure alignment and follow-up before, during, and after each event. Marketing Integration: Own the events calendar, ensuring promotions and initiatives are integrated with digital, social, and content campaigns. Track performance, analyze results, and recommend improvements. Leadership Contribution: Serve as part of GEP’s marketing leadership team, contributing to the overall strategy, growth, and direction of the company’s marketing efforts. What you should bring 7+ years of marketing and events experience, ideally in B2B, SaaS, or professional services. Strong track record building and executing successful event strategies. Excellent project management skills, with attention to detail and deadlines. Proven ability to lead teams, coordinate across functions, and manage vendors. Clear communicator who can balance creative ideas with data-driven decision making. Salary Range: $140,000 – $160,000 annually, based on experience and qualifications. Additional Compensation: Eligible for a performance-based bonus tied to individual and company performance. Benefits: Comprehensive health coverage (medical, dental, and vision), 401(k) plan with a 3% company match, paid time off, company holidays, and professional development opportunities.