Project Manager - Logistics Management

The final salary or hourly wage, as applicable, paid to each candidate/applicant for this position is ultimately dependent on a variety of factors, including, but not limited to, the candidate's/applicant's qualifications, skills, and level of experience as well as the geographical location of the position. Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Sponsorship not available. Our client is seeking a Project Manager - Logistics Management in Coral Gables, FL. Job Description In collaboration with program management office, organize and coordinate events in a manner that allows for pre-event logistics, on-site coordination and post-event evaluation Responsible for conference scopes, schedules, and goals to ensure timely delivery of high-quality content meeting industry needs. This includes serving as a liaison between internal and external stakeholders to appropriately promote events and maintain compliance with corporate branding and marketing objectives. Participate in vendor selection criteria for vetting of desired contractors and partners to be used in support of all program related logistics and events Serve as liaison across internal and external stakeholder community in terms of event planning processes, share relevant data, and advocate for outcomes that are in the best interest of the organization's goals. Conduct post-event analysis and evaluations to determine improvement opportunities and continuation of efforts for specific topics and/or locations. Skills & Requirements 7+ years of experience in event planning, coordination + management experience in large, complex, enterprise environments Must possess full lifecycle medium-large scale event management experience to include the following responsibilities: Personnel logistics management (transportation, lodging, catering) Venue(s), vendor(s) and supplier(s) selection Venue assessment + analysis + recommendations (inclusive of audio visual needs) Hotel accommodations + recommendations Dining assessment + recommendations Must possess strong project management experience to include the following: Managing budgets and timelines Milestone tracking + support Measuring event success through KPIs and feedback Resource planning Bachelor's degree in related discipline preferred Preferred qualifications include: CMP (Certified Meeting Planner) and / or CEM (Certified in Exhibition Management) designation preferred Benefits/Other Compensation This position is a contract/temporary role where Hays offers you the opportunity to enroll in full medical benefits, dental benefits, vision benefits, 401K and Life Insurance ($20,000 benefit). Why Hays? You will be working with a professional recruiter who has intimate knowledge of the industry and market trends. Your Hays recruiter will lead you through a thorough screening process in order to understand your skills, experience, needs, and drivers. You will also get support on resume writing, interview tips, and career planning, so when there's a position you really want, you're fully prepared to get it. Nervous about an upcoming interview? Unsure how to write a new resume? Visit the Hays Career Advice section to learn top tips to help you stand out from the crowd when job hunting. Hays is committed to building a thriving culture of diversity that embraces people with different backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences. We believe that the more inclusive we are, the better we serve our candidates, clients, and employees. We are an equal employment opportunity employer, and we comply with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination based on race, color, creed, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), age, national origin or ancestry, physical or mental disability, veteran status, marital status, genetic information, HIV-positive status, as well as any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. One of Hays' guiding principles is 'do the right thing'. We also believe that actions speak louder than words. In that regard, we train our staff on ensuring inclusivity throughout the entire recruitment process and counsel our clients on these principles. If you have any questions about Hays or any of our processes, please contact us. In accordance with applicable federal, state, and local law protecting qualified individuals with known disabilities, Hays will attempt to reasonably accommodate those individuals unless doing so would create an undue hardship on the company. Any qualified applicant or consultant with a disability who requires an accommodation in order to perform the essential functions of the job should call or text .... Drug testing may be required; please contact a recruiter for more information. #LI-DNI #1173179 - Fiorella Santoro