Events Manager (Remote - NYC or San Francisco, CA)

Our Customer is an American worldwide clothing and accessories retailer, founded in 1969. Over the last 50 years, the company has grown from a single store to a global fashion business with seven brands. Their clothes are availabile in 90 countries worldwide through over 3,100 company-operated stores, almost 400 franchise stores, and e-commerce sites and is still growing.We are seeking an Events Manager on a contract basis to support their business needs. This role is 100% remote in NYC or San Francisco, CA.In this role, you will support the Director of Retail Strategies in the planning and execution of high-impact events, meetings, and conferences that enable teams to connect, align, and deliver against brand and business priorities. This role integrates and operationalizes all event-related activities—partnering closely with the broader Global Events team, the broader Store Operations Team, Field Leadership, and cross-functional teams—to ensure seamless execution, strong engagement, and clear communication before, during, and after each event.ResponsibilitiesPartner with Store Operations, Field Leadership, and cross-functional teams to deliver event strategies aligned with store and brand goalsSupport end-to-end planning and execution of meetings, conferences, and off-sites, including agenda development, stakeholder alignment, logistics, timelines, budgets, run of show, and onsite executionIndependently own and manage event-based initiatives, leading cross-functional teams to define success criteria, align milestones, manage risks, and ensure high-quality deliveryDevelop and maintain detailed project plans, identifying dependencies, risks, and mitigation strategies to ensure timely and successful executionBuild compelling presentation materials, facilitator guides, and participant resources using strong storytelling, clear structure, and brand-aligned contentAdapt priorities and approaches to meet evolving business needs, timelines, and stakeholder feedbackSkills And QualificationsDemonstrated experience leading large-scale meetings, conferences, or event programs, including cross-functional coordination, stakeholder management, and executive supportStrong project management skills with the ability to manage multiple workstreams, balance competing priorities, and operate effectively in a fast-paced, ambiguous environmentExceptional written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to deliver clear, concise, and compelling messaging for diverse audiencesStrong problem-solving and storytelling skills, with attention to detail, quality, and overall participant experienceProven ability to build relationships and influence without authority, collaborating effectively with senior leaders and cross-functional teamsProficiency in Microsoft Office tools, including Outlook, Teams, PowerPoint, Word, Excel, SharePoint, and OneDriveExperience using presentation and design tools such as PowerPoint, Canva, or similar platforms to create polished, brand-aligned materials We offer a competitive salary range for this position. Most candidates who join our team are hired at the median of this range, ensuring fair and equitable compensation based on experience and qualifications. Contractor benefits are available through our 3rd Party Employer of Record (Availble upon completion of waiting period for eligible engagements) Benefits include: Medical, Dental, Vision, 401k.An Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.