Strategic Marketing Events Manager

OverviewWe are searching for a dynamic and experienced Strategic Events Manager to join the marketing team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for planning, executing, and managing a wide range of events that align with our strategic goals and enhance our brand presence and is in line with our corporate event playbook. This role requires a creative thinker with excellent organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously. Working closely with our Commercial Sales team and understanding our corporate and commercial goals, you will strategize the events we will attend that align with our modalities and services.External USThe work we do at FUJIFILM Diosynth Biotechnologies (FDB) changes lives, and our united passion for advancing tomorrow’s medicines – our Genki – will always be our driving force. Whilst working as the Strategic Events Manager in our global Marketing team, you’ll be joining other motivated individuals who fuel one another’s passions and embrace every day as an opportunity. We aim to foster a collaborative, innovative and rewarding environment, where diverse perspectives and people come together united by a common purpose and shared values. We pursue our fullest potential as individual contributors and team members.Main Responsibilities:Develop and implement a comprehensive events strategy that supports the company’s business objectives.(10%)Provide strategic direction to the FDB events core team and lead strategic planning for each event, ensuring strategy and objectives are being incorporated at every point in planning process. Also establishing strategic communications & liaise with Communications team. (10%)Lead the events core team to plan, coordinate, and execute a variety of events, including conferences and trade shows.Define ingoing assumptions about key elements of the event; align on key stakeholders / decision-makers. (20%)Collaborate with internal teams and external partners to ensure seamless event execution.(10%)Manage event budgets, negotiate contracts, and ensure cost-effective solutions. (5%)Provide oversight on event logistics, including venue selection, catering, transportation, and accommodation.(10%)Collaborate with Digital Marketing Manager and Social Media Manager to create and manage event marketing campaigns to drive attendance and engagement.(5%)Analyze conference performance and provide detailed reports on outcomes and ROI(10%)Stayup to date with industry trends and best practices to continuously improve event strategies.(10%)Engage with and manage corporate memberships of Industry Associations (eg BIO, BIA, DCAT,MassBioetc), ensuring FDB maximises the benefits of membership including attendance at IA events and utilizing purchasing consortia benefits.(10%)All other duties as assigned.Minimum Education and Experience RequiredBachelor’s degree in Marketing, Communications, Event Management, or a related field.5+ years experience in event planning and management, preferably within the CDMO or pharmaceutical industry.Strong project management skills with the ability to handle multiple tasks and deadlines.Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.Proficiency in event management software and tools.Creative problem-solving abilities and attention to detail.Ability to work independently and as part of a team.Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:To successfully perform the role of a Strategic Events Manager a broad range of knowledge, skills, and experience is essential. key areasare:KnowledgeEvent Management: Deep understanding of event planning, execution, and evaluation processes.Biotechnology Industry: Familiarity with the biopharmaceutical manufacturingsector, including industry trends.Marketing and Branding: Knowledge of marketing principles and branding strategies to promote events effectively.SkillsProject Management:Proficiencyin planning, organizing, and managing resources to achieve specific goals.Communication: Excellent verbal and written communication skills for interacting with stakeholders, vendors, and team members.Budget Management: Ability to create and manage budgets, ensuring cost-effective use of resources.Creative Thinking: Innovative approach to designing unique and engaging event experiences.Risk Management: Skills inidentifyingpotential risks and developing contingency plans.Negotiation: Strong negotiation skills to secure favorable terms with vendors and partners.Technical Proficiency:Familiarity with event management software and digital tools for virtual and hybrid events.Cross Collaboration: Experience and ability to work across multiple functions and incorporate the business needs into the overall strategy.ExperienceEvent Planning: Proven experience in planning and executing large-scale events, preferably in the biotech or pharmaceutical industry.Vendor Management: Experience in managing relationships with vendors and suppliers.Team Leadership: Experience in leading and coordinating cross-functional teams.Stakeholder Engagement: Experience in engaging with internal and external stakeholders to align eventobjectiveswith business goals.The US salary range for this position is $115,000.00 to $150,000.00 Pay within this range varies by work location and may alsodepend on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience.As part of any recruitment process, FUJIFILM Diosynth Biotechnologies collects and processespersonal data relating to job applicants. Theorganisationis committed to being transparent about how it collects and usesthat data and to meeting its data protection obligations and may share this as part of the global recruitment process withhiring managers in Europe and the United States.FDBU works with technical data, technology and materials that are subject to U.S. export laws and regulations. This position will require access to technicaldata, technology and source code that is controlled under U.S. export laws and regulations, including but not limited to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations at 22 C.F.R. Parts 120– 130 and Export Administration Regulations in 15 C.F.R. Part 730 – 774, as may be amended. To conform to these laws and regulations, applicants must be U.S. citizens, lawfulpermanent residents of the U.S., protected individuals as defined by 8 USC 1324(b)(a)(3) (i.e., asylees and refugees) or otherwise eligible for an export authorization from the U.S.Department of State or U.S. Department of Commerce. Offers of employment will be contingent on the Company’s ability to secure an export authorization. ​​FDBU is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protectedveteran status, ****** orientation, gender identify or any other protected class. If an accommodation to the application process is needed, please e-mail [email protected] .To all agencies: Please, no phone calls or emails to any employee of FUJIFILM about this requisition. All resumes submitted by search firms/employment agenciesto any employee at FUJIFILM via-email, the internet or in any form and/or method will be deemed the sole property of FUJIFILM, unless such search firms/employment agencieswere engaged by FUJIFILM for this requisition and a valid agreement with FUJIFILM is in place. In the event a candidate who was submitted outside of the FUJIFILM agencyengagement process is hired, no fee or payment of any kind will be paid.Job Locations USPosted Date 18 hours ago (12/27/2026 4:16 AM)Requisition ID 2026XXXXXXCategory MarketingCompany (Portal Searching) FUJIFILM Diosynth Biotechnologies