Entry Level Associate Planner Jobs
New grad associate planner jobs welcome recent graduates and entry level candidates with zero to two years of experience, where a strong portfolio or internship work can matter more than a long resume. Most openings are on-site roles across Retail, Food & Beverage, and Fashion & Apparel, with employers like Sargento, Hot Topic, and Tory Burch hiring at this level now.
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Your Passion. Our Culture.
At Sargento, you work for a company you believe in, with a family of people who believe in you. Our culture stems from a simple premise: Hire good people and treat them like family. At Sargento, you can make decisions based on how they affect people as well as the long-term health of our company. You will be encouraged to make a meaningful difference in the community, in the company and in your career. With diverse experiences and tools to learn and develop, you can transform your aspirations into reality. If you’re ready for the right place to belong and grow your career, you can find it here.
Benefits that set us apart.
- Comprehensive medical including Fertility, Adoption benefits, Dental, and Vision Insurance
- Remote ½ day Fridays
- Onsite Health & Wellness Center
- Employer 401K contribution in the top 1% of the nation
- Relocation Assistance
- Tuition Assistance
- Access to Employee Store
What You Do.
- Coordinate event logistics including venue arrangements, catering, transportation, audiovisual needs, attendee communications, registration, and event materials.
- Research and recommend venues, vendors, activities, and event solutions that align with business needs and budgets.
- Assist with vendor sourcing and ongoing vendor relationship management.
- Assist with event budget tracking, coordinate invoice processing, and reconcile expenses.
- Maintain event project plans, timelines, and planning documents to ensure key milestones and deliverables are completed on schedule.
- Prepare event materials such as registration packets, presentations, seating assignments, nametags, and other supporting documentation.
- Provide onsite event support, including setup, registration, attendee assistance, vendor management, and troubleshooting during events.
- Partner with internal stakeholders to define event objectives, attendee needs, and desired outcomes, providing strategic planning recommendations to help achieve event goals.
- Create and analyze participant surveys and feedback to identify opportunities for improvement and enhance future event experiences.
- Maintain event planning resources, vendor databases, and other tools that support company-wide event planning efforts.
- Support department initiatives and special projects as assigned.
Your Education and Experience.
- Bachelor's degree required.
- 1-3 years of experience in event planning, hospitality, travel coordination, customer service, project coordination, or a related field.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality execution.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
- Availability to work flexible hours in support of events, including evening and weekend requirements.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Experience supporting corporate meetings, employee events, or recognition programs.
- Experience with event registration, survey, or project management platforms.
Our Story.
With over 2,400+ employees and net sales of $1.8 billion, Sargento Foods is a family-owned company that has been a leader in cheese for more than 70 years. We created the world’s first, successful pre-packaged sliced and shredded natural cheeses. Sargento is based in Plymouth, Wisconsin, where we manufacture and market shredded, sliced and snack natural cheese products, as well as ingredients and sauces. Sargento is known for the exceptional quality of our products and for product design, packaging and merchandising innovations that have transformed our industry.
To learn more about our culture and values, please visit our website at https://careers.sargento.com/us/en.
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This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights (https://www.eeoc.gov/poster) notice from the Department of Labor.
Your Passion. Our Culture.
At Sargento, you work for a company you believe in, with a family of people who believe in you. Our culture stems from a simple premise: Hire good people and treat them like family. At Sargento, you can make decisions based on how they affect people as well as the long-term health of our company. You will be encouraged to make a meaningful difference in the community, in the company and in your career. With diverse experiences and tools to learn and develop, you can transform your aspirations into reality. If you’re ready for the right place to belong and grow your career, you can find it here.
Benefits that set us apart.
- Comprehensive medical including Fertility, Adoption benefits, Dental, and Vision Insurance
- Remote ½ day Fridays
- Onsite Health & Wellness Center
- Employer 401K contribution in the top 1% of the nation
- Relocation Assistance
- Tuition Assistance
- Access to Employee Store
What You Do.
- Coordinate event logistics including venue arrangements, catering, transportation, audiovisual needs, attendee communications, registration, and event materials.
- Research and recommend venues, vendors, activities, and event solutions that align with business needs and budgets.
- Assist with vendor sourcing and ongoing vendor relationship management.
- Assist with event budget tracking, coordinate invoice processing, and reconcile expenses.
- Maintain event project plans, timelines, and planning documents to ensure key milestones and deliverables are completed on schedule.
- Prepare event materials such as registration packets, presentations, seating assignments, nametags, and other supporting documentation.
- Provide onsite event support, including setup, registration, attendee assistance, vendor management, and troubleshooting during events.
- Partner with internal stakeholders to define event objectives, attendee needs, and desired outcomes, providing strategic planning recommendations to help achieve event goals.
- Create and analyze participant surveys and feedback to identify opportunities for improvement and enhance future event experiences.
- Maintain event planning resources, vendor databases, and other tools that support company-wide event planning efforts.
- Support department initiatives and special projects as assigned.
Your Education and Experience.
- Bachelor's degree required.
- 1-3 years of experience in event planning, hospitality, travel coordination, customer service, project coordination, or a related field.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
- Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality execution.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
- Availability to work flexible hours in support of events, including evening and weekend requirements.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Experience supporting corporate meetings, employee events, or recognition programs.
- Experience with event registration, survey, or project management platforms.
Our Story.
With over 2,400+ employees and net sales of $1.8 billion, Sargento Foods is a family-owned company that has been a leader in cheese for more than 70 years. We created the world’s first, successful pre-packaged sliced and shredded natural cheeses. Sargento is based in Plymouth, Wisconsin, where we manufacture and market shredded, sliced and snack natural cheese products, as well as ingredients and sauces. Sargento is known for the exceptional quality of our products and for product design, packaging and merchandising innovations that have transformed our industry.
To learn more about our culture and values, please visit our website at https://careers.sargento.com/us/en.
#LI-MR1
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights (https://www.eeoc.gov/poster) notice from the Department of Labor.
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Entry Level Associate Planner Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get an entry level associate planner job?
Start by building a portfolio that shows planning fundamentals: project timelines, resource allocation examples, or coursework that involved coordinating schedules and priorities. Internship experience in operations, project coordination, or logistics gives you a concrete edge. Employers hiring at this level are looking for candidates who can follow structured processes, communicate clearly across teams, and show they understand how plans translate into execution.
Which companies hire entry level associate planners?
Companies hiring entry level associate planners right now include Sargento, Hot Topic, and Tory Burch, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. At this level, you'll find openings across a mix of corporate employers, retailers, manufacturers, and consulting firms that build out planning teams with junior talent and develop them through structured on-the-job training.
Are there remote entry level associate planner jobs?
Yes, though most entry level roles include some on-site component, especially early in tenure. About 43% of entry level associate planner openings are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, so options exist for candidates who need flexibility. Hybrid schedules are more common than fully remote at this stage, since many employers prefer new hires to get hands-on exposure to team workflows before shifting to independent remote work.
Are these new grad associate planner jobs?
Yes, this page includes new grad, recent graduate, and junior associate planner roles. A new-grad-friendly posting typically welcomes zero to two years of experience, accepts internships or relevant coursework as qualifying background, and may mention a portfolio rather than requiring a proven employment history. If the job description lists a degree as the primary qualification and doesn't require years of prior work, it's generally open to new grads.
Which industries hire the most entry level associate planners?
Entry Level associate planner roles concentrate in Retail, Food & Beverage, and Fashion & Apparel, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. These sectors drive hiring at this level because they rely on coordinated planning cycles, inventory or resource management, and project timelines that benefit from dedicated junior planners who can support senior staff and grow into more independent roles over time.