Chief Manager (Corporate MICE & Event Management)

Lead the end-to-end planning, execution, governance, and optimization of corporate MICE (Meetings, Incentives, Conferences & Exhibitions) events across the organization. Drive cost optimization, vendor excellence, policy compliance, and deliver a seamless experience for employees and business stakeholders

Role & responsibilities

MICE Operations

- Plan and execute domestic and international corporate events, conferences, leadership offsites, dealer meets, incentive trips, town halls, and employee engagement programs.

- Manage end-to-end event delivery including venue, travel, accommodation, logistics, production, branding, and on-site execution.

- Ensure high service standards and flawless event delivery.

Vendor & Procurement:

- Develop and manage a preferred vendor network (hotels, event agencies, travel partners, DMCs, production agencies).

- Lead RFQ/RFP processes, commercial negotiations, and vendor evaluations.

- Ensure procurement compliance and contractual governance.

Budget & Governance

- Prepare and manage event budgets.

- Drive cost optimization through negotiations and vendor consolidation.

- Ensure timely invoice reconciliation and payments.

- Maintain audit-ready documentation and adherence to company policies, finance, legal, tax, and compliance requirements.

Travel & Logistics

- Manage domestic and international travel, visas, accommodation, transportation, and travel insurance.

- Coordinate VIP travel and contingency planning.

MIS & Reporting

- Maintain a centralized MICE dashboard.

- Track and report:

- Events executed

- Budget vs. Actual

- Cost savings

- Vendor performance

- Participant feedback

- Upcoming event calendar

Preferred candidate profile

• MICE & Event Management
• Vendor & Contract Management
• Budgeting & Cost Optimization
• Project & Stakeholder Management
• Risk & Compliance Management
• Negotiation & Commercial Acumen
• Communication & Presentation Skills
• MS Excel, PowerPoint & MIS Reporting