[Remote] Program Manager
Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. BCD Meetings & Events is a leading meetings and events agency dedicated to creating impactful connections. The Program Manager will oversee the planning and execution of life science meetings and events, ensuring smooth operations from budgeting to logistics while maintaining strong relationships with clients and suppliers.
Responsibilities
- Managing life science meetings from kickoff to reconciliation, including budgets, attendee coordination, logistics, food and beverage, room setups, and technology needs
- Building strong relationships with clients, suppliers, and internal teams while keeping communication clear, proactive, and professional
- Navigating compliance requirements, maintaining audit-ready documentation, and following corporate guidelines and procedures
- Using Cvent and Microsoft Office to manage attendee data, reporting, registration communications, and shared project materials accurately
- Negotiating supplier contracts, coordinating vendors, and solving issues quickly to keep programs on track
Skills
- Managing life science meetings from kickoff to reconciliation, including budgets, attendee coordination, logistics, food and beverage, room setups, and technology needs
- Building strong relationships with clients, suppliers, and internal teams while keeping communication clear, proactive, and professional
- Navigating compliance requirements, maintaining audit-ready documentation, and following corporate guidelines and procedures
- Using Cvent and Microsoft Office to manage attendee data, reporting, registration communications, and shared project materials accurately
- Negotiating supplier contracts, coordinating vendors, and solving issues quickly to keep programs on track
- Previous hands-on, full cycle, event management in the life sciences / pharmaceutical meetings & events space
- At least 5 years of life science meetings management experience, especially with HCP programs
- Experience supporting meetings connected to a Congress/Convention as well as standalone programs
- A strong background in vendor management, sourcing, and contract negotiation
- Previous experience with participant attendee management, travel planning, or destination knowledge
- A college degree and Cvent Event Certification
- Ability to work virtually
Benefits
- Comprehensive healthcare
- Retirement plans
- Continued education support
- Diverse work locations
- Travel and hotel discounts
- Volunteer and sustainability opportunities
- Successful employee recognition program
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