REGIONAL DIRECTOR OF EVENTS, EVENT SERVICES & AUDIO VISUAL

Eurest

Salary : $175000 - $185000 / year

Pay Grade : 17

Other Forms of Compensation :

As the leader in business and industry dining, Eurest is the company to join if you want a rewarding career packed with limitless opportunities.

We feed the employees of the nation's largest and most-prestigious companies in every state and across all industries. As a member of Eurest's leadership and professional support team, you will help our 16,000 chefs, and in-unit associates excel as they deliver world-class meals in corporate cafes and executive dining rooms with on-site catering through vending innovations and more.

Our company is innovative, high performing and fast growing. Our teammates are enthusiastic, committed to quality and thrive on consistently delivering unparalleled results.

And did we mention we work with exciting companies and at interesting locations? Come grow your career with Eurest.

Job Summary

The Regional Director of Events, Event Services and AV is responsible for leading Directors who oversee the Events and Audio Visual departments;

ensuring the highest level of service & event operations. The Regional Director is ultimately responsible for all levels of management and associates who report to the business leaders.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities :

• Advocates company culture for the Events, Event Services and AV departments, as well as the broader Eventions team; responsible for values-based leadership within the business, including transparency, accountability, and appreciation of all associates - fostering an environment focused on people and growth.
• Collaborates with senior leadership, client and internal stakeholders to foster and promote an industry-leading vision for Eventions in a corporate environment, ensuring department goals align to key initiatives.
• Advises Sr Regional Director in the development of the Events and AV department needs and vision, ensuring that the department function is adequately represented;

communicates vision to direct reports and internal and external business partners; ensures that there is buy-in at both the management and associate levels.

• Develops plans to improve the performance of the department function in relation to key metrics; monitors efficacy of plans, and proactively makes and communicates adjustments as necessary.
• Supports necessary action to achieve established quarterly account Key Performance Indicators (KPIs); completes reporting on KPI performance as necessary.
• Ensures that the department brand is upheld and integrated into all facets of the business, including delivery to our clients and customers, internal Compass team members, suppliers, and applicants.
• Develops business plans and processes to effectively achieve the defined vision; evaluates business results and adjusts plans and processes to best meet business objectives.
• Implements the organizational structure for the defined business function; advises senior management on any need for organizational structure changes in order to best meet business objectives.
• Fills management positions as necessary. Acts as a gatekeeper for all leadership positions reporting up through the defined business function, ensuring that all management level positions are filled with effective business leaders.
• Holds managers accountable for adherence to defined processes and procedures, and adherence to department, Regional, and Company values.
• Partners with other department leaders to ensure effective cross-functional business delivery; models and holds direct reports accountable for effective collaboration and conflict resolution with department management and associates.
• Designs and proposes innovations and initiatives to bolster long-term business success, incorporating technology to continually advance the current state.
• Partners with Sr Regional Director in managing the budget including building forecasts, developing budgets, and financial reporting.
• Takes necessary action to establish and maintain the Company culture for the defined department function; models and holds direct reports accountable for adhering to values-based leadership within the business, including effective transparency, accountability, and appreciation of valued team members.
• Facilitates team meetings for the department function and may represent the department function at Company meetings.
• Identifies critical issues & manages escalations from senior leadership to ensure concerns are resolved to satisfaction of the client and internal leadership.
• Works directly with other department leaders to achieve enterprise goals & initiatives and ensure the highest level of satisfaction for customers & clients.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications :

• BA in business administration or associate degree and equivalent, or relevant work experience.
• Minimum 5 years as a Director or Department Head with financial accountability in a similar environment, overseeing multiple teams.
• Experience working with various teams such as Finance, Marketing, and Projects.
• Demonstrated ability to lead large, multi-faceted teams effectively.
• Proficient in all aspects of client and vendor management.
• Strong proficiency in client and vendor management, with excellent communication skills.
• Ability to analyze client needs, think strategically, and demonstrate strong business and time management skills.
• Understanding of financial reporting on a weekly, monthly, and annual basis.
• Proficiency in Microsoft applications (Excel, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint).
• Strong team player with exceptional communication and customer service skills.
• Demonstrated ability to prioritize, manage multiple projects, and thrive in a fast-paced environment.
30+ days ago