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As the Partner Program Event Producer, you will take the lead in planning, managing, and executing private events for company partners.  You will be responsible for managing logistics for all stages of the event, including pre-event, on-site, and post-event activities, ensuring a smooth execution and exceptional partner experience. You will also create high-impact events that deliver strong ROI for partners, ensuring their engagement and satisfaction. This position requires strong project management skills, a keen eye for detail, and the ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously. You will be a self-starter with excellent time management and problem-solving abilities, capable of prioritizing and meeting deadlines in a fast-paced environment. You will also be comfortable working across time zones, collaborating with global teams and managing virtual project calls.

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	Partner Program Event Producer – Hybrid (6-Month Contract) Onward Search is a specialized staffing and talent solutions company that helps professionals find top jobs with the nation’s leading brands. We’re currently seeking a Partner Program Event Producer to join the Partner Programs team for an exciting 6-month contract opportunity based in Houston, TX. This hybrid role will require candidates to be local to Houston or willing to travel to Houston for the event in March for a 10-day on-site commitment.
As the Partner Program Event Producer, you will take the lead in planning, managing, and executing private events for company partners. This position is perfect for an experienced event producer with a passion for delivering exceptional experiences and driving successful outcomes in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.
<h3>Responsibilities:</h3>
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<li>Serve as the primary liaison with event chairs and commercial leads, ensuring the timely development of compelling event agendas.
</li><li>Manage logistics for all stages of the event, including pre-event, on-site, and post-event activities, ensuring a smooth execution and exceptional partner experience.
</li><li>Create high-impact events that deliver strong ROI for partners, ensuring their engagement and satisfaction.
</li><li>Collaborate cross-functionally with programming, operations, and commercial teams to align on event goals and messaging.
</li><li>Communicate regularly with leadership to provide event status updates, proactively identifying potential risks and solutions.
</li><li>Stay informed on partner strategies and organizational changes to tailor event content and participation accordingly.
</li><li>Work closely with the partnership sales team to maximize the commercial impact of private partner programs.
</li><li>Develop a deep understanding of partner personas and key companies to ensure relevant and tailored event experiences.
</li><li>Ensure consistency in messaging, processes, and event delivery across all partner events.
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<h3>&nbsp;Qualifications:</h3>
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<li>Strong project management skills with a keen eye for detail and the ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
</li><li>A self-starter with excellent time management and problem-solving abilities, capable of prioritizing and meeting deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
</li><li>Comfortable working across time zones, collaborating with global teams and managing virtual project calls.
</li><li>Experience leading project management calls with senior leaders and stakeholders to ensure alignment and success.
</li><li>Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to communicate clearly and effectively with internal and external stakeholders.
</li><li>Experience using event registration and project management systems to streamline event logistics and coordination.
</li><li>Must be local to Houston or willing to travel to Houston for the 10-day event in March.
</li></ul>
<h3>Perks &amp; Benefits:</h3>
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<li>Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
</li><li>Life Insurance
</li><li>401k Program
</li><li>Commuter Benefits
</li><li>eLearning and Education Reimbursement
</li><li>Ongoing Training &amp; Development
</li></ul>
If you’re an experienced event producer with a passion for delivering high-impact events and a proven track record of managing complex logistics, we encourage you to apply today. This is your chance to work on a prestigious event for a top global brand.
Apply now to join our team and help deliver world-class experiences. Application deadline: November 25, 2024.
Employer Details:
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<li>Onward Search is an equal opportunity employer, dedicated to a policy of non-discrimination in an employment with regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status or any other classification protected by federal, state and local laws and ordinances. Candidates must be at least 18 years old to be considered for employment. EOE/M/F/D/V/SO.</li>
<li>In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States and to complete the required employment eligibility verification document form upon hire.</li>
<li>Onward Search is unable to support 1099 / Corp-to-Corp or Independent Contractor arrangements at this time. All freelancers will be paid as W2 employees.</li>
<li>Onward Search offers medical, dental, vision benefits, as well as a 401k program, for all eligible full time temporary assignments.</li>
<li>Onward Search is a drug-free workplace.</li>
<li>Onward Search is a nationwide staffing agency and talent solutions provider specializing in creative, marketing and technology. Our clients are continuously turning to us to fill their open positions. Therefore, there is no application deadline for this position, as we are seeking candidates for this type of role across all our clients on an ongoing basis.</li>
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This role requires a skilled SCCM Architect with 10+ years of experience in large enterprise environments. Responsibilities include solution design, implementation, and maintenance of a Client Management solution for a Digital Plant Infrastructure, ensuring system performance and stability. Strong knowledge of SCCM, SQL, and ITIL processes is essential.

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 Work Your Magic with us! Ready to explore, break barriers, and discover more? We know you’ve got big plans – so do we! Our colleagues across the globe love innovating with science and technology to enrich people’s lives with our solutions in Healthcare, Life Science, and Electronics. Together, we dream big and are passionate about caring for our rich mix of people, customers, patients, and planet. That's why we are always looking for curious minds that see themselves imagining the unimaginable with us. Architect / Expert in Systems Center Configuration Manager (SCCM) Environment you are working in This position is in Merck Global IT, Infrastructure Technology, Digital Workplace – Client Engineering. The Client Engineering Team provides and manages the global hardware standards (Laptops, Desktops), client images based on Windows, software packaging and distribution and security patch management processes. In addition to hardware-based client the team is also responsible for Citrix-based virtual desktops. Equipment like SCCM, Intune, WSUS and further specific tools are in-use, embedded in a global Active Directory structure what is the foundation for GPO-based Client configuration. The team works together with other infrastructure units like Network-, IAM- and Security teams, provides input and collaborates with the Global Service Desk and structures services based on requirements from application and business units. Your role You Are Responsible For <ul><li>Requirements gathering and analysis</li><li>Solution-/Process Design and technical implementation of a Client Management solution preferably based on SCCM for our Digital Plant Infrastructure in alignment with provided requirements</li><li>Run and maintain operations of the to be build Client Management environment</li> <ul><li>Ensure maximum system performance and stability and perform necessary cleanup operations in SCCM and SQL</li><li>Evaluate and introduce upcoming Feature Updates and consult stakeholders on benefits and impact</li><li>Responsible for Disaster Recovery (Backup and Restore)</li><li>Management of boundaries, boundary Groups, discovery methods, security scopes</li><li>Support daily operations in: OS- and Application Deployment, Driver- and Patch-Management</li><li>Office 365- and Windows 10 Servicing</li><li>Create and manage custom Reports</li></ul>
<li>Support in troubleshooting (incident management) and Root Cause Analysis (problem management) in case of issues</li><li>Coordination with internal teams like Service Desk, License Management and other infrastructure units like IAM-, AD-, Network-, Data Center- and Security-teams</li><li>Coordination with vendors and contribution to internal and external escalation management processes</li><li>Creation of related policies and global standards</li><li>Creation and maintaining of documentation, Knowledge-Documents and Working-Instructions </li></ul>
General Skills And Qualifications Required <ul><li>ITIL processes like Incident-, Problem-, Change- and Service Continuity management</li><li>Familiarity with regulatory processes like GxP</li><li>Relevant professional experience of min. 10 years in IT in a large Enterprise environment with many thousands of users</li><li>You have very good analytical skills and you see topics with a broader and comprehensive picture and can easily identify cross-dependencies</li><li>Flexibility and keen pursuit of innovation throughout all processes in the continuous search of sustainable new ideas</li><li>Willingness to set yourself challenging goals to achieve superior performance</li><li>Responsibility for the improvement of all products, services, processes and working routines within your working area </li><li>Strong desire to develop and grow by way of taking responsibility and engaging in additional tasks and operations</li><li>Capability to work independently into new unknown subjects</li><li>Very good and mature understanding of English in speaking and writing</li><li>You can communicate and express yourself target group oriented</li><li>You enjoy working across different teams and cultures and work constructively together in a global company</li><li>Professional usage of standard office applications (such as Project, PowerPoint, Excel and Word) is taken for granted</li><li>You have a sense of responsibility and pragmatism and you are working customer- and result-orientated </li></ul>
Specific Knowledge And Competencies Required <ul><li>Vendor management (communication, coordination and escalation)</li><li>Support processes with interfacing Service Desk, Field Service and 3rd level support</li><li>Scripting skills, specifically PowerShell would be of advantage</li><li>Certifications on the following technologies would be very beneficial:</li> <ul><li>Microsoft Systems Center Configuration Manager</li><li>Microsoft Intune</li><li>Microsoft SQL Server</li><li>Microsoft MCSA Client Operating Systems</li><li>Microsoft Active Directory</li><li>ITIL Foundation V3 </li></ul>
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What we offer: We are curious minds that come from a broad range of backgrounds, perspectives, and life experiences. We celebrate all dimensions of diversity and believe that it drives excellence and innovation, strengthening our ability to lead in science and technology. We are committed to creating access and opportunities for all to develop and grow at your own pace. Join us in building a culture of inclusion and belonging that impacts millions and empowers everyone to work their magic and champion human progress! Apply now and become a part of our diverse team!
 
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