Event Manager

About SmartQ:We are a leading B2B Food-Tech company built on 4 pillars-great people, great food, great experience, and greater good. Solving complex business problems with our heart and analyzing possible solutions with our mind lie in our DNA. We are on the perpetual route of serving our clients wholeheartedly. Armed with the stability of an MNC and the agility of a start-up, we have spread across 14 countries, having collaborated and executed successfully with 400+ clients. We have grown from strength to strength with a blend of exuberant youth and exceptional experience. Bengaluru, being our headquarters, is known as the innovation hub and we have grown up to be the global leader in the institutional food tech space. We were recently acquired by the world's largest foodservice company – Compass group which has an annual turnover of 60 billion USD.To know more about the 4 key pillars that surround our culture check out our LinkedIn ‘Life’ page. You will be amazed to be a part of our growth story - https://www.linkedin.com/company/smartq-bottlelabs/life/cdc290f8-ff81-4e7f-9c96-37d842f936c4/?viewAsMember=trueAre you excited to join our team as Events Manager?Are you passionate about managing unforgettable events within a dynamic company environment? If your answer is a resounding YES, then we are looking for youAs an Events Manager at SmartQ, your primary goal will be to oversee and play a crucial role in the entire lifecycle of an event, from initial planning to post-event evaluation, ensuring that every detail contributes to the success of the organization. In addition, a combination of interpersonal skills, strategic thinking, and a deep understanding of the clients and products will keep you functioning a cut above the rest. If you are a dynamic, results-oriented manager with a proven track record in steering MNCs toward unprecedented success, we invite you to seize this opportunity to make a profound impact on our global presence. Do you possess all these skills and wish to make a significant difference in the world of food and technology? Join us nowKey roles and responsibilities:Initial Consultation: Meet with clients or event stakeholders to understand their goals, budget, and vision for the event.Budget Management: Create and manage a budget for the event, ensuring that all expenses are accounted for and kept within budget constraints.Event Design and Planning: Develop a detailed event plan, including timelines, schedules, and logistics. This may include designing the event layout, selecting themes, and coordinating branding and marketing efforts.Risk Management: Identify potential risks and develop contingency plans to mitigate them, ensuring the event proceeds smoothly even in unforeseen circumstances.On-Site Management: Be present on the day of the event to oversee all operations, manage staff and volunteers, handle emergencies, and ensure everything goes according to plan.Post-Event Evaluation: Conduct post-event evaluations to assess the success of the event, gather feedback, and identify areas for improvement.Menu Engineering: Design, analyze, and optimize menus to maximize profitability and customer satisfaction, considering factors like ingredient cost, popularity, and preparation time.Negotiation Skills: Effectively negotiate with vendors and suppliers to secure the best prices, quality, and delivery terms, ensuring cost efficiency without compromising quality.Vendor and Client Relationship Management: Build and maintain strong, collaborative relationships with vendors and clients to foster trust, reliability, and long-term partnerships.Food Knowledge: Stay updated on culinary trends, ingredient characteristics, and food safety standards to guide menu development and kitchen operations.Costing Knowledge: Accurately calculate food costs, portion sizes, and pricing strategies to ensure profitability while maintaining quality standards.Creativity with Food & Experience Enhancement: Innovate and experiment with food presentation, flavors, and menu concepts to enhance the overall dining experience and create unique offerings.Understanding Food Combos: Skillfully pair dishes and beverages to create appealing food combinations that enhance taste and customer satisfactionQualifications:People oriented and good team playerSound knowledge and experience of working with food partnersResults Oriented, be accountable and hold accountable3+ years of proven experience in managing in a similar environmentExcellent negotiation, communication, and interpersonal skills.Self-motivated, agile and ability to adapt to a changing environmentGraduate/Diploma in food and beverages, hospitality, hotel backgroundMessage from CEO: We've come to realize that we're not merely in the B2B Food service industry; we're in the business of 'Capturing Hearts.' We find ourselves in a unique position to turn ordinary, mundane corporate cafeterias into places of pure delight, where individuals can freely express themselves, find inspiration, and share happiness. Such a profound transformation opportunity is a rare gift, where the purpose of our enterprise transcends the ordinary. If this vision resonates with you, we invite you to join us in our mission to spread joy and happiness in a world weighed down by stress and pressure. Together, let's play our part in making this world a more beautiful place.