Meeting/Event Planner jobs in West Hartford, CT
Meeting/Event Planner plans and organizes live or virtual meetings and events for an organization or external clients. Implements an event strategy to achieve objectives. Being a Meeting/Event Planner researches and recommends event venues. Coordinates meeting logistics, including attendee registration, transportation, accommodations, meals, and technology. Additionally, Meeting/Event Planner conducts rehearsals and system checks of all equipment and connectivity. Researches and maintains relationships with vendors for event support services. Coordinates budget planning and ensures that events stay within cost projections. Typically requires a bachelor's degree or equivalent. Typically reports to a manager or head of a unit/department. The Meeting/Event Planner occasionally directed in several aspects of the work. Gaining exposure to some of the complex tasks within the job function. To be a Meeting/Event Planner typically requires 2-4 years of related experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
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Buyer/Planner
- Stone Alliance Group
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Newington, CT
OTHER
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Our client is a top-tier manufacturer of implantable medical devices for the world’s leading medical OEM’s. Driven by innovation and experience spanning three decades, they ensure critical supply chain requirements are met to enhance the lives of patients globally. Our client combines cutting-edge technology, innovative solutions, and experienced teams to help bring some of the most important medical devices to market. They bridge the gap between ideas and life-changing devices utilized by surgical teams in every corner of the planet.
SUMMARY OF POSITION:
The Buyer/Planner has the primary responsibility of ensuring material availability to support the production schedule, this includes managing inventory levels, supporting material/product level revisions, interacting/coordinating with suppliers on a variety of topics, and supporting other business functions as required.
This is a full-time, onsite position located in the greater Newington, CT area.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:- Place purchase orders with suppliers for the procurement of production material as required by forecast and the production schedule.
- Monitor status of open purchase orders to ensure on-time delivery of all materials, including timely resolution, communication, and mitigation of future potential problems.
- Expedite or defer orders as required based on schedule/inventory changes determine and establish optimal inventory levels based on forecast, demand variation, and material lead times.
- Coordinate material flows throughout product/BOM changes, obsolescence, and the introduction of new suppliers and/or materials due to new product development.
- Manage the inter-company flow of materials between warehouse locations.
- Manage and resolve issues regarding PO to invoice discrepancies, returns and quality problems with suppliers.
- Provide back-up support for supply chain functions including shipping, receiving, material handling and other duties as assigned.
- Setup & maintain material master system planning parameters (MOQ, lead time, safety stocks).
- Collaborate with internal customers and provide a high level of customer service, including recommending solutions, resources, and alternative supply options.
- Ensure compliance with all Company and Procurement policies and procedures.
Education- BS/BA in Business (Supply Chain preferred) OR equivalent combination of education and buyer experience.
- 3-5 years of experience as a Buyer/Planner/Material Scheduler within manufacturing environment.
- Expert applied knowledge of forecasting, MRP, transportation, supply chain, inventory management and warehousing disciplines.
- Proficient with MS Office suite – advanced skills with MS Excel.
- Strong sense of urgency & attention to detail.
- Excellent organization, communication, and follow-up skills.
- Able to influence others & manage conflict.
- Ability to self-direct and take constructive action in ambiguous situations.
- Extremely high standards of excellence.
- Analytical with a methodical approach to problem solving.
- Experience establishing and employing demand-pull material planning methods.
Physical Demands
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit, talk and/or hear, and/or use hands to finger, handle, or touch objects, tools, or controls. The employee is frequently required to stand, and/or walk. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds while moving tooling, fixtures, equipment and/or small packages. The mental and physical requirements described here are representative of those that must be met by an individual to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. - 19 Days Ago
Planner Buyer
- Mativ
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Windsor, CT
FULL_TIME
- description: The Supply Chain Buyer/Planner will manage an assigned set of Materials and Suppliers and be responsible for meeting production demands, working within Inventory constraints and targets t...
- 23 Days Ago
Production planner
- tld
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Windsor, CT
FULL_TIME
- POSITION SUMMARY Responsible for flow of materials for assigned product lines and labor hour adjustments. This includes ensuring that bills of material are accurate, all materials are issued to the pr...
- 3 Days Ago
Financial Planner
- New York Life
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Windsor, CT
FULL_TIME
- Our firm is rapidly expanding and we are currently looking for a new financial advisor to join our entry-level ranks. The ideal candidate will be eager to learn the financial services ropes needed for...
- 9 Days Ago
Financial Planner
- New York Life
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Windsor, CT
FULL_TIME
- Our firm is rapidly expanding and we are currently looking for a new financial advisor to join our entry-level ranks. The ideal candidate will be eager to learn the financial services ropes needed for...
- 9 Days Ago
Financial Planner
- Lifetime Recruiting Strategies
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Hartford, CT
FULL_TIME
- Description We represent a global brand seeking proven sales professionals to join our team. Now is your chance to start a new sales related career in the financial services industry! Training is prov...
- 10 Days Ago
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Business Development Manager (Marketing)
- Paul Davis
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West Hartford, CT
- Paul Davis provides professional residential and commercial emergency restoration services for disasters of all sizes. F...
- 4/28/2024 12:00:00 AM
Sales/Marketing Associate
- Paul Davis
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West Hartford, CT
- Paul Davis provides professional residential and commercial emergency restoration services for disasters of all sizes. F...
- 4/28/2024 12:00:00 AM
Senior Project Planner
- Stv Construction Incorporated
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Hartford, CT
- Dont meet every single requirement? Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply to jobs u...
- 4/28/2024 12:00:00 AM
Event Planner - Northampton, MA
- Spare Time Entertainment Inc
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Northampton, MA
- ** Event Planner - Northampton, MA** **Job Category****:** Sales **Requisition Number****:** EVENT001577 Showing 1 locat...
- 4/27/2024 12:00:00 AM
Automation Maintenance Manager
- C&S Wholesale Grocers, Inc.
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Hartford, CT
- **Position Overview** Provide direct leadership to the Automation maintenance team including all aspects of coaching and...
- 4/27/2024 12:00:00 AM
Transportation Planning Assistant 2
- State of Connecticut
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Newington, CT
- Introduction The State of Connecticut, Department of Transportation (DOT), is recruiting for a Transportation Planning A...
- 4/27/2024 12:00:00 AM
Cvent Event Consultant MM32295311
- Adpi
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Springfield, MA
- Cvent Event Consultant MM32295311 4 Month Contract w/possible extensions Hybrid in Springfield, MA The Event Technology ...
- 4/26/2024 12:00:00 AM
Sales and Event Planner
- Aria Wedding/Banquet
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Prospect, CT
- Job Description Job Description We are seeking an Sales/Marketing/Social Media Specialist to join our team! Responsibili...
- 4/25/2024 12:00:00 AM
About West Hartford, Connecticut
According to the United States Census Bureau, the town has a total area of 22.3 square miles (57.7 km2), of which 21.9 square miles (56.6 km2) is land and 0.42 square miles (1.1 km2), or 1.91%, is water.
The west side of West Hartford is flanked by the Metacomet Ridge, a mountainous trap rock ridgeline that stretches from Long Island Sound to nearly the Vermont border. Notable features of the Metacomet Ridge in West Hartford include Talcott Mountain and a number of highland water reservoirs belonging to the Metropolitan District, which maintains watershed and recreation resources on the proper...
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Income Estimation for Meeting/Event Planner jobs
$72,125 to $93,300
West Hartford, Connecticut area prices
were up 1.7% from a year ago
were up 1.7% from a year ago
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