Senior Events Manager (North America, Global Events)

Requirements

• Experience: 6+ years of professional experience in event marketing, field marketing, or corporate events within the high-tech B2B sector. Must have experience with large trade shows
• Project Management: Proven ability to manage multiple high-stakes projects simultaneously in a fast-paced, scaling environment
• Analytical Skills: Experience tracking event performance metrics and distilling data into actionable insights for the business
• Communication: Strong interpersonal and organizational skills, with the ability to communicate technical requirements clearly to non-technical stakeholders
• Travel: Ability to travel domestically and internationally (approx. 30–40%) to lead onsite execution
• (Desirable) Experience in quantum computing, semiconductors, or similarly complex deep-tech industries
• (Desirable) Proficiency with CRM and event tools (e.g., Airtable, Swoogo, Asana, Salesforce/HubSpot)
• (Desirable) Demonstrated success in managing international logistics and vendor relations
• (Desirable) Professional certifications (e.g., CMP, CSEP) or a degree in Marketing, Communications, or Business

What the job involves

• IonQ is seeking a Senior Event Manager to drive the execution and operational success of our global event portfolio, with a focus on our North American events
• This role is designed for a high-autonomy professional who balances logistical execution with a sales-driven mindset. You will manage the end-to-end lifecycle of our presence at major industry tradeshows, executive roundtables, and corporate activations
• The ideal candidate is a "builder" who can manage complex projects from start to finish, ensuring our events serve as high-performance engines for sales pipeline acceleration and brand visibility
• Event Execution & Logistics: Lead the end-to-end planning and onsite management of B2B tradeshows, VIP experiences, and corporate milestones. Oversee booth design, vendor contracts, and technical requirements to ensure a premium brand presence
• Pipeline Integration: Partner closely with Go-To-Market (GTM) and Field Marketing teams to ensure events are optimized for lead generation. Implement strategies that transform event interactions into qualified sales opportunities
• Cross-Functional Coordination: Act as the primary project lead across GTM, PR, and Engineering teams. Ensure all stakeholders are aligned on objectives, messaging, and onsite responsibilities
• Operational Process: Implement and maintain event playbooks and lead-management workflows. Manage pre- and post-event activations (emails, meeting scheduling, and data entry) to ensure seamless lead hand-off
• Stakeholder Reporting: Prepare detailed executive briefings and post-event reports that analyze performance, budget spend, and ROI metrics for internal leadership
• Budget & Vendor Management: Manage event-specific budgets and global vendor networks, ensuring all activations are delivered on time and within financial parameters