Manager, Events
Description
Evolus (NASDAQ: EOLS) is a performance beauty company with a customer-centric approach focused on delivering breakthrough products. We are seeking an eager, creative Manager, Events to join our Marketing team reporting to the Vice President, Professional Education. This role is responsible for leading the strategy, planning, and execution of internal and external company meetings while managing and developing a direct report. This is a highly visible role for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment, enjoys balancing big-picture thinking with hands-on execution, and is energized by building memorable, on-brand experiences. In this role, you will help bring the Evolus brand to life while building scalable processes and a strong events function to support a growing business.
If you join our team, you will be working on some of the most exciting opportunities and challenges we face, with a team that values growth, recognition, and camaraderie. If you are looking for an opportunity to exhibit your knowledge and technical abilities in a unique environment, then look no further! In this role, you will be challenged to drive the success of Evolus in an effort to build a brand like no other
Essential duties and responsibilities where you'll make the biggest impact…
- Lead the end-to-end strategy, planning, and execution of a portfolio of internal and external events, including HQ visits, trade shows, sales meetings, and executive programs.
- Own event forecasting and budget management, ensuring fiscal responsibility while delivering high-impact experiences.
- Manage and develop one direct report, providing coaching, clear direction, performance feedback, and professional development support.
- Serve as a trusted partner to cross-functional stakeholders, translating business and marketing objectives into compelling event strategies.
- Lead cross-functional planning teams for large-scale, high-visibility events, establishing timelines, deliverables, roles, and accountability.
- Oversee venue and vendor strategy, including site selection, contract negotiation, and ongoing performance management to maximize value and quality.
- Guide creative direction in partnership with internal teams, aligning on event themes, branding, messaging, and attendee experience.
- Establish and continuously improve processes, tools, and best practices to drive consistency, efficiency, and scalability across the Events function.
- Provide leadership during live events, making real-time decisions, resolving issues proactively, and ensuring flawless execution.
- Manage multiple projects simultaneously, balancing strategic priorities with operational demands in a deadline-driven environment.
- Analyze event outcomes and capture learnings to continuously raise the bar for future programs.
- Travel to and support off-site event execution as required.
- Support additional initiatives and special projects aligned with priorities.
- Office location – Newport Beach. Hybrid schedule: Monday and Friday remote; Tuesday - Thursday onsite
- Travel Requirement: Up to 40%
- Other duties as assigned
Qualifications and Skills You’ll Bring to the Team…
- Bachelor’s degree preferred or equivalent years of relevant experience.
- Broad-based meeting and event planning experience (non-pharmaceutical experience also qualifies).
- Sales meeting and incentive trip planning experience.
- Prior experience managing or mentoring others, with a passion for developing talent.
- Strong leadership presence with the ability to influence across functions and levels, including senior leadership.
- Highly detail-oriented with excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Proven ability to think creatively and strategically while driving projects through execution.
- Strong organizational and time management skills with the ability to manage competing priorities.
- Comfortable navigating ambiguity and thriving in a fast-paced, evolving environment.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite.
Preferred Qualifications…
- Leads with ownership: Takes accountability for outcomes and follows through with confidence and clarity.
- Builds strong partnerships: Collaborates effectively across teams and levels, including senior leadership.
- Develops others: Invests in coaching, feedback, and growth for direct reports.
- Balances strategy and execution: Thinks big while staying close to the details that matter.
- Thrives in motion: Adapts quickly, manages competing priorities, and stays focused in a fast-paced environment.
Compensation & Total Rewards
This is an Exempt position. The expected pay range for this position is $112,600 to $155,000 You are eligible for an annual bonus compensation plan, terms and conditions apply. Your actual base salary will be determined on a case-by-case basis and may vary based on a number of considerations including but not limited to role-relevant knowledge and skills, experience, education, geographic location, certifications, and more.
We offer more than just a paycheck, and your base salary is just the start! Stay happy and healthy with our competitive suite of medical, dental and vision benefits to help you feel your best and be your best. We also provide those benefits you shouldn’t have to worry about, from employer covered life insurance to short-term disability. Take advantage of the 401k match offered by Evolus and let us invest in your future. You may also be eligible for new hire equity and long-term incentives in the form of RSUs, stock options, and/or discretionary bonuses. We offer mental health and wellbeing resources for you to develop skills to find your calm, boost your confidence, and show up as your best self in work and life. Travel or relax and come back feeling refreshed with our flexible paid time off program for exempt employees and a paid time off accrual plan for non-exempt employees. Did we mention the holiday soft closure between the Christmas and New Years holidays? We have that, too. Additional perks include regularly catered team meals at our Evolus Headquarters, a fully stocked kitchen (Kombucha & Coffee included), and the opportunity to join an organization where our values of Grit, Impact, Fun, and Transparency are displayed daily.
Evolus takes pride in being a company on the forefront of innovation, while being committed to conducting its business with the highest degrees of integrity, professionalism, and social responsibility. We are also committed to complying with all laws and regulations that apply to our business. Employee welfare is no different. Here at Evolus, we don’t just work together, we’ve built a culture of inclusion! Because of this, you’ll find yourself immersed in an environment that not only promotes respect, collaboration and team building, but a community too. And that’s just the tip of the iceberg. Join our team and see for yourself! EOE M/F/D/V. For more information, please visit our website at www.evolus.com or reach out to [email protected].
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