Events Marketing Operations Manager

About the role

Argus, a global provider of market intelligence for the energy and commodities markets, is looking for an Events Operations Manager within its marketing team. The role covers the operations management and delivery of a large portfolio of events, including forums and third-party exhibitions, in a fast-paced environment with multiple international events.

Key responsibilities

• Own logistics decisions such as supplier choices and lead the on-site team in running each event from start to finish
• Conduct market research and negotiate with venues and suppliers for forums and third-party events
• Manage the contracting process through to a signed contract and liaise with legal so it follows internal policy
• Work with Product and Regional Marketing on event promotion
• Track the budget per event and keep decisions within budget while maintaining a high-quality attendee experience
• Organise and produce onsite signage, including merch and printed materials
• Report event spend accurately and alert management when targets are missed, with recommendations
• Build internal relationships for commercial alignment and event coordination, keeping client experience and brand exposure in focus

Required profile

• 3-4 years' experience in logistics coordination for marketing events, business events or conferences
• Excellent communication, interpersonal and networking skills, and strong negotiation skills
• Experience researching and analysing event data and recommending improvements
• Ability to travel

Required skills

• Process-driven problem solving, initiative and ownership of projects
• Co-ordination, organisation and time management
• Excellent IT skills, including detailed work with Excel spreadsheets

What we offer

• Competitive salary and commission scheme
• Modern office at Raffles Place, central Singapore, with a hybrid model after probation
• Medical, dental and hospitalisation insurance, plus extensive training and an employee assistance programme
• 20 vacation days in the first year, up to 25