Global Meetings Program & Technology Manager

About Us: At BCD Meetings & Events (BCD M&E), we provide more than meeting and event planning services: we create connections that inspire, motivate and change behavior for our customers. As the world’s most trusted and innovative meetings and events agency, BCD M&E cultivates a culture of people, passion and purpose to drive business forward. Headquartered in Chicago, with locations in 60+ countries across the world, BCD M&E’s team of 2,000+ people are committed to sustainability and driving success for our customers, our business and ourselves. Our values are at the heart of everything we do, and we look for people that want to be a part of something special, can rise to our standards and love to bring their unique perspective to the table. While we can’t guarantee every day will be the best (who can?), we can promise a community of people who genuinely care and lead with empathy, a flexible workplace with awesome perks and challenging work that means something. See what life is about at BCD M&E at bcdme.com/careers About the Role If you love turning complex meeting programs into smooth, scalable experiences, this role is for you. As the Global Meetings Program and Technology Manager, you’ll lead the day-to-day success of a global meetings program while owning the meetings technology experience, currently Groupize. You’ll partner with stakeholders across regions, improve workflows, support users, and turn data into smarter decisions. This role also works closely with a Europe-based Global Travel Manager, so your schedule will need to align across GMT and PT time zones (6:00 AM – 3:00 PM PT). You’re Good At Managing global meetings programs, meetings operations, or event technology tools Working with meetings technology platforms, ideally Groupize, and troubleshooting with confidence Sourcing meeting and event venues, negotiating with suppliers, and reviewing contracts Creating training materials, leading user education, and keeping stakeholders informed and engaged Using data, reporting, and process improvement strategies to drive smarter, more efficient program outcomes You Might Also Have Experience supporting a global meetings technology platform in a hands-on way Familiarity with meetings, travel, sourcing, and supplier management processes Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to balance strategy with day-to-day execution Experience working with cross-functional stakeholders across multiple regions and time zones HCP or Life Sciences planning experience, plus familiarity with Microsoft Copilot Ability to work remotely Ready to help shape the future of global meetings with BCD M&E? Apply now! THE PERKS Flexible Working We believe that a flexible working environment is key to getting the best out of our teams. We will support you to work where you need to and when you need to, depending on how you work best. Room to Grow Our line of work and business structure challenge our people in a way that inspires growth, with learning and development built into every role. We give individuals ownership over the direction and speed in which they grow. Everyone has a voice We thrive on conversations that spark curiosity and empathy. No matter how big or how small, every voice is heard, considered and respected. Make your move The diversity of roles across BCD M&E’s global locations means that our people often find new adventures during their time with us. Join us as a meeting planner role in the UK, stay for a global marketing career — there’s always room to move. We’ve got you covered Our extensive benefits include comprehensive healthcare, retirement plans, continued education support, diverse work locations, travel and hotel discounts, volunteer and sustainability opportunities and a successful employee recognition program. We’re positive. You’ll love it. It starts from the top. Our leaders lead with positivity, believe in our people and trust us to do the right thing. There will always be support along your journey, in little and big ways. Travel requirements for this role are as follows:Less than 25% We carefully consider a wide range of compensation factors, including your professional background and experience. The salary range for candidates in applicable jurisdictions in the US for the position of Global Meetings Program & Technology Manager is between $70,000 - $75,000. The actual pay depends on your skills, qualifications, experience, geographical location, and project budget. #LI-LZ1 #LI-KW1 #LI-Remote #LI-Hybrid #LI-Onsite