Event Director: Anheuser-Busch (Full Time 3 Month Temporary Position)

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 hospitatlity 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 10% 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

Additional Information Regarding the Company Job Duties and Job Descriptions

Job duties include additional responsibilities as assigned by one’s supervisor or other manager related to the position/department. This job description is meant to describe the general nature and level of work being performed; it is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required for the position. The company reserves the right at any time with or without notice to alter or change job responsibilities, reassign or transfer job position or assign additional job responsibilities, subject to applicable law.  The company shall provide reasonable accommodations of known disabilities to enable a qualified applicant or employee to apply for employment, perform the essential functions of the job, or enjoy the benefits and privileges of employment as required by the law.

Any estimate, schedule, or guideline provided to associates in this job description or elsewhere in connection with their jobs is only intended to help describe job duties and for planning purposes.  Regardless of any such estimate, schedule, or guideline, associates must always record all time worked for our company (which includes but is not limited to on-site work time in an assigned store, office, or other work location; required waiting time; administrative time; and work-related travel time).

Job Will Remain Open Until Filled