Event Manager Omdia

This role is based in our Newton office. 

About Omdia:

Omdia part of Informa TechTarget Inc. (Nasdaq: TTGT) is a leading technology research and advisory group. With deep expertise in technology markets grounded in insightful conversations with industry leaders and supported by hundreds of thousands of data points Omdias strategic market intelligence is our clients competitive advantage.

With over 300 analysts and consultants covering more than 200 technology markets across 25 global research locations Omdia delivers the market intelligence executives rely on to drive strategy validate investments and outpace competitors.

Our team delivers deep actionable insight across sectors like AI cybersecurity channel semiconductors telecoms consumer tech and more. Whether advising on product strategy market entry or competitive positioning Omdia helps tech leaders make decisions that matter. 

The Event Manager is responsible for managing all events within their designated region while maintaining a global perspective. This role is critical in enhancing Omdias brand recognition within the IT channel industry supporting its research and insights and contributing to the companys revenue and orders targets. Reporting directly to the VP of Global Events the Event Manager must possess a global mindset commercial drive and extensive experience in the events business preferably within the IT Channel industry.

Areas of Responsibility and Accountability

Event Planning and Execution:

• Overseeing the planning execution and post-event analysis of regional events in the Americas region.
• Ensuring five-star event experiences for senior audiences.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to set event goals themes and target audiences.

Budget Management:

• Manage a budget of over $2 million ensuring cost-effectiveness.
• Allocate funds to events strategically and track spending.
• Report budget status to department head and VP of Events.

P&L Impact:

• Make resource allocation decisions based on data insights.
• Understand the impact of events on the companys performance.

Vendor Management and Negotiation:

• Source evaluate and negotiate vendor contracts for cost optimization.
• Maintain relationships with key vendors and address concerns.
• Be the regional point of contact for supplier issues.

Risk Management:

• Identify and address potential event-related risks.
• Develop contingency plans for unexpected issues.

Industry Knowledge:

• Working understanding of the IT channel ecosystem including MSPs SMBs resellers VARs distributors vendors and media.
• Ability to navigate partnerships and commercial discussions within the channel.

Stakeholder Engagement:

• Engage with internal and external stakeholders.
• Regular communication with C-level executives internally and externally.

Measurement and Evaluation:

• Implement KPIs to measure event success and impact.

Knowledge & Skills:

• Familiarity with the event management software / apps which are an integral part of the event is required. The processing and integration of the event format in-person and via event apps is essential.
• Good understanding of the IT channel ecosystem including MSPs SMBs resellers VARs distributors vendors and media.
• Highly organized with attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines under pressure.
• Strong communication and negotiation skills.
• Resourceful and solution-oriented.
• Flexibility: Willingness to work across global time zones and adapt to non-standard hours.

Qualifications :

• A minimum of 3-5 years experience is required.
• Experience preferred but not required include knowledge of the IT channel commercial awareness of the IT industry full event project management experience with managing dedicated budgets management of senior event executives and established supplier relationships. 

Additional Information :

We believe that great things happen when people connect face-to-face. Thats why we work in-person with each other or with customers and partners three days a week or more. When youre not spending time together in one of our offices or other workplaces like at an Informa event you get the flexibility and support to work from home or remotely.

TechTarget Inc. doing business as Informa TechTarget including its subsidiaries is an equal opportunity employer and complies with all applicable federal state and local fair employment practices laws. We strictly prohibit and do not tolerate discrimination against employees applicants or any other covered persons because of race color sex (including pregnancy) age national origin or ancestry ethnicity religion creed sexual orientation gender identity or expression status as a veteran and basis of disability or any other federal state or local protected class. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment including but not limited to hiring training promotion discipline compensation benefits and termination of employment. If you would like to request reasonable adjustments or accommodations to assist your participation in the hiring process and or in the advertised position please inform the appropriate Talent Acquisition Partner for the role once they have been in touch. Your request will be reviewed and considered in confidence. 

Informa TechTarget complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) as amended by the ADA Amendments Act and all applicable federal state or local law.

Our benefits include:

• Great community: a welcoming culture with in-person and online social events our fantastic Walk the World charity day and active colleague groups and networks promoting a positive supportive and collaborative work environment
• Broader impact: take up to four days per year to volunteer with charity match funding available too
• Career opportunity: the opportunity to develop your career with bespoke training and learning mentoring platforms and on-demand access to thousands of courses on LinkedIn Learning. When its time for the next step we encourage and support internal job moves
• Time out: 15 days PTO rising to 20 after three years and 25 after six years plus 10 national holidays a birthday leave day and the chance to work from (almost!) anywhere for up to four weeks a year
• Competitive benefits including a 401k match health vision and dental insurance parental leave and an ESPP offering company shares at a minimum 15% discount
• Strong wellbeing support through EAP assistance mental health first aiders free access to a wellness app and more
• Recognition for great work with global awards and kudos programs
• As an international company the chance to collaborate with teams around the world

The salary range for this role is $80000- $100000  based on experience. 

This posting will automatically expire on 2/20/26

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time