Fairs & Events specialist - MEA(m/f/x)

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Job Description:

3M Health Care is now Solventum

At Solventum, we enable better, smarter, safer healthcare to improve lives. As a new company with a long legacy of creating breakthrough solutions for our customers’ toughest challenges, we pioneer game-changing innovations at the intersection of health, material and data science that change patients' lives for the better while enabling healthcare professionals to perform at their best. Because people, and their wellbeing, are at the heart of every scientific advancement we pursue.

We partner closely with the brightest minds in healthcare to ensure that every solution we create melds the latest technology with compassion and empathy. Because at Solventum, we never stop solving for you.

The Impact You’ll Make in this Role

Are you a Fairs & Events professional with knowledge of Medical industry trends? Are you passionate about working with colleagues based in different teams and across geographies?
Are you collaborative, taking pride and striving for excellence?

If your answer is yes, then read on. This could be the right opportunity for you!

We are looking for a Fairs & Events Specialist to join us in Dubai (hybrid) who will work closely with various departments (e.g., marketing, sales, product development) to help align event objectives with overall business goals.

Here, you will make an impact in some key areas:

• Event Planning and Coordination- Develop and implement detailed plans for events, including timelines, budgets, and resource allocation.
• Vendor Management- Source, negotiate with, and manage relationships with vendors, suppliers, and venues
• Marketing and Promotion- Collaborate with marketing teams to create promotional materials and communications for events, including social media, email campaigns
• On-Site Management- Oversee the setup, execution, and breakdown of events, ensuring smooth operations and addressing any issues that arise
• Budget Management- Track expenses and manage budgets for each event, ensuring adherence to financial guidelines.
• Post-Event Evaluation- Conduct evaluations after events to assess success, gather feedback, and identify areas for improvement
• Networking- Establish and maintain relationships with industry stakeholders, clients, and partners to enhance the company’s presence at events

Your Skills and Expertise

To set you up for success in this role from day one, Solventum requires (at a minimum) the following qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree or higher and experience in Event Management, Marketing, Hospitality
• Proven experience in event planning or management, preferably in a corporate or trade show environment
• Knowledge of Medical industry trends and best practices in event management
• Experience with budgeting and financial reporting related to events
• Familiarity with digital event platforms and virtual events
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and work under tight deadlines
• Excellent communication, creative problem-solving, strong organizational skills and attention to detail

Work location:

Hybrid: onsite out our Dubai office at least 2 days per week
Travel (domestic/international): May be required for up to 25% time

Supporting Your Well-being
Solventum offers many programs to help you live your best life – both physically and financially. To ensure competitive pay and benefits, Solventum regularly benchmarks with other companies that are comparable in size and scope.
 

Diversity & Inclusion

(*) We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, gender, sexual orientation, age, civil status, disability, family status, or membership of the travelling community.

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