Event Project Manager

Bentonville, AR (Hybrid)

Salary Not AvailableMid Level5+ years expFull time

Posted 1 day ago

Job Summary

Own end-to-end event execution and cross‑functional delivery from kickoff to closeout, driving plans in Asana, logistics, budgeting, and vendor governance to meet client goals while proactively mitigating risks.

  • Own post‑event closeout and financial reconciliation to ensure complete, accurate final reporting
  • Lead cross‑functional readiness and status meetings to align Client Services, Creative, Operations, Talent, and Finance

Job Description

Responsibilities

  • Own full lifecycle execution of assigned events from kickoff through post-event closeout, ensuring all deliverables are completed on time, within scope, and within budget
  • Build, maintain, and actively manage detailed project plans in Asana, including timelines, dependencies, task ownership, and status updates; ensure all projects are current and reflect real-time progress
  • Lead internal event readiness and status meetings, clearly communicating priorities, next steps, risks, and accountability across Client Services, Creative, Operations, Talent, Warehouse, and Finance
  • Translate client strategy and campaign goals into actionable execution plans, ensuring all teams understand deliverables, deadlines, and expectations
  • Proactively identify risks related to timelines, budgets, staffing, logistics, or client expectations and implement solutions before escalation is required
  • Own event logistics planning and execution, including but not limited to: venues, permits, staffing, travel, shipping, equipment, and production schedules
  • Manage vendor relationships end-to-end, including sourcing, quote comparison, contracting coordination, deliverable tracking, and issue resolution
  • Ensure all event materials, assets, and deliverables meet brand standards, client expectations, and quality requirements prior to execution
  • Own event-level budget tracking and financial discipline, including monitoring labor, production, travel, vendor, and logistics costs against approved budgets and flagging variances early
  • Partner with Finance to ensure invoices, payments, and reconciliations are accurate, timely, and aligned with approved spend

Requirements

  • High school diploma or equivalent required , Bachelor's degree preferred
  • 5 + years of professional experience in event planning, experiential marketing, and project management experience
  • 1 + years of professional experience managing budgets, vendors, and staffing
  • Experience working in high-volume events, experiential, or multi-location environments strongly preferred
  • Experience working in agency, startup, or fast-paced environments strongly preferred
  • PM Certifications are a plus.
  • Strong project management skills with ability to manage multiple complex events simultaneously
  • Intermediate knowledge in budgeting and financial tracking skills
  • Strong cross-functional collaboration and communication skills
  • Ability to lead without authority and drive accountability across teams

Preferred

  • Project Management Certifications are a plus.
  • Experience working in agency, startup, or fast-paced environments strongly preferred
  • Experience supporting multi-team environments with shifting priorities

Benefits

  • Gratsy offers two medical plans to pick from, vision and dental plans.
  • Gratsy also fully pays for your short-term disability, long-term disability, and a life insurance policy.
  • fringe benefit for wellness and other supportive benefits to all eligible Gratsy team members!
  • PAID TIME OFF/COMPANY HOLIDAYS - Gratsy offers various types of time away! Each year we offer eligible employees 10 paid observed holidays, and an additional 20 days of Paid Time Off (PTO/vacay time) annually. We also offer generous flexible time off during the holiday season!
  • 401(k) PLAN - Eligible employees can voluntarily participate in the Company's 401(k) plan where Gratsy matches employee contributions, dollar-for-dollar (100%) up to the first 4% of your annual salary.
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Gratsy LLC

Gratsy is a female-founded and led company based in Northwest Arkansas that connects brands to consumers through unique product experiences.Through highly targeted direct-to-home sample boxes, experiential events, and celebrity partnerships, Gratsy manages the entire process of bringing product experiences to life.From snow-covered parking lot pop-ups to food truck tours hosted by legendary Hollywood talents, Gratsy has the creativity and experience to take your audience to unexplored heights.

Founded in 2019
Bentonville, Arkansas, USA
51 employees (13 in marketing)

Marketing Team

Marketing Team Size
6 (12% of company)
Marketing Roles Posted (Last 30 Days)
2

Traffic Signals

Monthly Visitors
31.1K
Traffic Source Mix
Search
28.4%
Direct
48.2%
Referral
5.9%
Social
16%
Paid
1.4%

Headcount Trend

Current headcount: ~53
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Event Project Manager

Gratsy LLC · Bentonville, AR · Hybrid