Sr. Event Specialist

Evolus (NASDAQ: EOLS) is a performance beauty company with a customer-centric approach focused on delivering breakthrough products. We are seeking an experienced and driven Senior Event Specialist to join our Marketing Team reporting to the Manager, Events. The ideal candidate is a strategic, highly organized, and results-oriented professional who can independently manage the planning, development, execution, and optimization of assigned events including but not limited to Evolus' corporate events, industry conferences, customer engagement programs, and experiential marketing initiatives. This role will be responsible for developing event strategies that support business objectives, managing event budgets, negotiating vendor agreements, and partnering cross-functionally to deliver high-impact experiences that strengthen brand awareness, customer engagement, and commercial performance.

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…

Event Strategy, Planning & Business Operations

• Develop and execute strategic event plans that align with corporate, commercial, and brand objectives
• Participate in the annual planning process for assigned events, conferences, advisory boards, customer engagement programs, and experiential initiatives
• Evaluate event opportunities and make recommendations regarding participation, sponsorship, activation strategies, and resource allocation
• Help establish event goals, key performance indicators (KPIs), and measurement frameworks to assess business impact
• Serve as a strategic advisor to internal stakeholders regarding event strategy, audience engagement, and experience design
• Exercise independent judgment in determining event priorities, timelines, resource allocation, and execution plans

Budget Management & Vendor Negotiation

• Manage assigned budgets within events, forecasts, and reconciliation processes for assigned programs
• Evaluate vendor proposals and independently negotiate contracts, pricing, service agreements, and scopes of work to maximize value and ensure fiscal responsibility
• Recommend budget allocations and investment decisions based on expected business outcomes and performance metrics
• Monitor expenditures and proactively identify opportunities for cost savings and operational efficiencies while delivering an Evolus experience

Cross-Functional Leadership & Program Management

• Lead cross-functional event planning efforts for assigned events involving Marketing, Sales, Medical Affairs, Training, Regulatory, Legal, Finance, and Executive Leadership teams
• Influence stakeholders and drive alignment on event objectives, messaging, attendee experiences, and business outcomes
• Develop project plans, timelines, and communication strategies to ensure successful execution of complex programs
• Provide guidance and direction to external agencies, production partners, and event vendors

Event Experience & Engagement Strategy

• Design attendee engagement strategies that enhance customer experiences and strengthen brand affinity
• Develop recommendations regarding content programming, event formats, experiential activations, and customer journey touchpoints
• Partner with marketing and commercial teams to ensure events support broader omnichannel and customer engagement strategies
• Evaluate emerging event technologies, industry trends, and best practices to continuously improve program effectiveness

Performance Analysis & Optimization

• Analyze event data and communicate insights and recommendations to leadership
• Develop executive-level reports summarizing event ROI, attendee engagement, lead generation, customer retention, and business impact
• Identify trends and opportunities to optimize future events and improve or