Manager - Special Events

Hermès

Luxury Goods and Accessories

Manhattan Beach, CA - United States

Manager / Team Leader

Experteer Overview

In this role you drive medium-scale event production for Hermès, ensuring aligned concepts with the International Office, budgets, and quality standards. You will lead a Special Events Coordinator, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and manage vendor relationships to deliver high-impact experiences like store openings, heritage events, and press engagements. The position blends strategic planning with hands-on execution and requires travel and on-site leadership. You contribute to Hermès’ storytelling by shaping experiences that reflect craftsmanship and brand values.

Compensation / Benefits

Commission and bonus incentives
Medical, Dental, Vision
Paid time off (vacation, holidays, floating days, wellbeing days)
Parental leave
401(k) and Roth plan with company match
Product discount

Responsibilities

Plan, produce and execute delegated events from concept to completion
Manage budgets, approvals, and financial reporting for events
Coordinate with Hermes International Office, press/media teams, and vendors
Oversee production, logistics, floorplans, renderings, and on-site execution
Manage vendor contracts, NDAs, and insurance with legal
Lead and mentor the Special Events Coordinator; provide performance feedback
Develop guest lists with CRM and boutiques; assist with press guest lists
Scout venues, prepare venue overviews, and create detailed run-of-show and logistics charts
Prepare post-event recaps and maintain cross-department coordination
Travel for delegated events and oversee workload during travel
Maintain internal audit compliance and collaborate on procurement

Key requirements

5 years' experience in a similar role/environment
strong event production, logistics, and project management skills
excellent attention to detail and organizational ability
superior interpersonal and communication skills; ability to build partnerships
team leadership and mentorship capabilities
budget management and cost tracking; strong negotiation skills
ability to work under tight deadlines; travel and non-traditional hours
proficiency in Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, and Excel
willingness to travel frequently and work nights/weekends
strong work ethic and collaborative mindset

collaboration communication problem solving event production and logistics vendor management and procurement budgeting and financial reporting

Description

In this role you drive medium-scale event production for Hermès, ensuring aligned concepts with the International Office, budgets, and quali…

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