Operations 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

Ready to lead a team, improve how work gets done, and make a real impact? As an Operations Manager, you’ll oversee day-to-day operations, support service quality, strengthen stakeholder relationships, and help drive financial performance. You’ll partner closely with your team and key client contacts to solve challenges, streamline processes, and keep progress moving forward. This role is based in Raleigh, North Carolina, with three in-office days each week and up to 10% travel.

You’re Good At

• Leading and developing direct reports while creating a motivated, high-performing team
• Managing multiple priorities, solving problems quickly, and staying calm under pressure
• Building strong relationships with key clients and Raleigh-based stakeholders
• Reviewing workflows, improving procedures and policies, and developing standard operating procedures (SOPs)
• Using Microsoft Office Suite, Salesforce, Smartsheet, Asana, and Canva to stay organized and effective
  
  

You Might Also Have

• Prior managerial experience
• Strong organizational skills and the ability to coordinate multiple resources
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including presentations and public speaking
• Experience monitoring service levels, workload, and talent development to meet current and future needs
• The ability to work well under time pressures and changing deadlines

If you’re excited to lead, collaborate, and challenge the status quo with BCD Meetings & Events, 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 Operations Manager  is between $75,000 - $90,000. The actual pay depends on your skills, qualifications, experience, geographical location, and project budget.

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