Convention Planner II

At Alcon, we are driven by the meaningful work we do to help people see brilliantly. We innovate boldly, champion progress, and act with speed as the global leader in eye care. Here, you’ll be recognized for your commitment and contributions and see your career like never before. Together, we go above and beyond to make an impact in the lives of our patients and customers.

• →Plan and execute conventions, conferences, training programs, and educational events that support Alcon's commercial and professional education initiatives.
• →Coordinate event logistics, vendor partnerships, attendee experiences, exhibit booths, training labs, and corporate assets to deliver high-quality events.
• →Manage event budgets, contracts, purchase orders, and expense tracking while ensuring compliance with company policies and healthcare industry regulations.
• →Partner with cross-functional teams and stakeholders to support seamless event execution from planning through on-site delivery.
• →Maintain meeting data, communications, surveys, and reporting within event management systems, including CVENT.
• →Provide on-site event support and contribute to continuous improvement through attendee feedback, reporting, and operational best practices.

• Bachelor’s Degree or Equivalent years of directly related experience (or high school +8 yrs; Assoc.+4 yrs) The ability to fluently read, write, understand and communicate in English
• Relocation/Visa Sponsorship: Not Available
• Travel: <10% domestic 3x per year.

• Experience supporting corporate events, conferences, conventions, congresses, trade shows, sponsorships, medical education programs, or training events.
• Experience within healthcare, pharmaceutical, medical device, life sciences, hospitality, or other highly regulated industries.
• Proficiency with CVENT, attendee registration platforms, meeting management systems, budget tracking, and event reporting tools.
• Demonstrated experience managing vendors, contracts, procurement activities, and event logistics for large-scale meetings or conventions.
• Knowledge of AdvaMed guidelines, healthcare compliance requirements, HCP engagement, and Sunshine Act reporting.
• Experience coordinating exhibit booths, product demonstrations, training labs, field events, or customer engagement programs.
• Strong project management, organizational, and stakeholder management skills with the ability to successfully manage multiple events simultaneously.
• Experience collaborating with cross-functional teams including Sales, Marketing, Medical Affairs, Training, Operations, Customer Service, and Technical Support.
• Excellent communication skills with experience developing event communications, attendee engagement materials, surveys, and post-event reports.
• Ability to analyze event outcomes, attendee feedback, and budget performance to drive continuous improvement and operational excellence.

• Benefit from working in a highly collaborative and diverse environment where your contribution is valued. 

• Alcon provides a robust benefits package including health, life, retirement, paid time off, and much more! 

• Join Alcon’s mission to provide top-tier, innovative products and solutions that enhance sight, enhance lives, & help others "See Brilliantly!" 

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