Senior Meeting & Event Coordinator

​About Lubrizol  
The Lubrizol Corporation, a Berkshire Hathaway company, is committed to enabling a sustainable future. Our unmatched science unlocks immense possibilities at the molecular level, driving sustainable and measurable results to help the world Move Cleaner, Create Smarter and Live Better. Our solutions are used by people every day, improving billions of lives around the world. 

We value diversity in professional backgrounds and life experiences. By enabling a consistent, unbiased, and transparent recruitment process, Lubrizol seeks to create a positive experience for candidates so we can get to know them at their best. We recognize unique work and life situations and offer flexibility, ensuring our employees feel engaged and fulfilled in every aspect of life. 

Senior Corporate Meeting and Event Coordinator

We are searching for a talented and motivated senior corporate meeting and event coordinator to organize and lead outstanding and unforgettable events. You will be responsible for every part of corporate event preparations, such as consultations, sourcing venues, contract negotiations, budget management, safety coordination, AV, seating, menu, and travel logistics as well as evaluating success pre and post-event.

As the Sr. Meeting and Event coordinator, you should be well-organized and possess a sound knowledge of vendor management and project management expertise. Excellent communication and attention to detail skills are vital in this role, as our success depends on fulfilling our employee's unique and tailored meeting and event requirements.

Our goal is to produce unforgettable, next-level events that will ensure the vision and experience of internal and external participants are met and facilitate the completion of business objectives.

Responsibilities:

• Fully understand and execute requirements for each event
• Plan events within strict financial boundaries and difficult time constraints
• Secure and source unique venues, meeting spaces, entertainment, and motivational and keynote speakers
• Research vendors and identify the best options for quality, cost, and policy compliance to fit our program needs
• Negotiate with vendors to achieve the most favorable terms
• Able to work in an extremely fast-paced and ever-changing environment
• Manage all event operations (technology, preparing venue, invitations, AV, marketing, logistics, etc.)
• Facilitate and coordinate walk-throughs, final venue, and safety checks as well as on-site organization for larger events to ensure everything meets Lubrizol standards
• Create dynamic presentations and vision boards to present to internal and external customers
• Oversee events and act quickly to resolve problems or last-minute changes
• Work across the lines with appropriate teams, Marketing, Creative, Communications, HR, Legal, Procurement, etc. to ensure proper collaborations for the success of the meeting/event
• Evaluate the event’s success, ROI, and savings and maintain detailed reporting

Requirements and skills

• Proven experience as a corporate meeting and event coordinator with at least 3-5 years experience
• Degree in hospitality management, marketing, public relations, or a relevant field is preferred
• A proven track record of organizing successful events
• Advanced proficiency in all MS Office products
• Excellent vendor management skills
• Extensive hotel and venue contracting and negotiation experience
• Ability to effectively communicate and collaborate at all levels of the organization
• Well-organized with multi-tasking skills
• Able to handle stress and always remain calm
• Excellent Problem-solving skills and the ability to think outside of the box.
• Travel, Concur, and transportation planning experience

If you’re interested in the position, we encourage you to apply. Lubrizol is always looking for candidates who embody our cultural beliefs in everything they do. If you’re All In, Lead Decisively, Take Action, Think External, and can Be Courageous, Lubrizol could be the place for you.