Job Description
Job Description Sales Engine International is seeking a strong, creative and experienced Marketing Events Manager to be a key part of our dynamic marketing team. Reporting to the Vice President of Marketing, this position plays a key role in driving the value of our message to the marketplace through the planning, organization and implementation of live events including sponsored 3rd party tradeshows as well as our own regional events.
As the Marketing Events Manager, you will have responsibility for all facets of event management, including but not limited to:
- Work closely with internal groups to define event objectives and specific implementation plans that effectively promote our brand and message.
- Work with marketing leadership to determine event budget and suggest opportunities for creative allocation of resources in accordance with event objectives.
- Communicate event calendar and logistical details to internal groups to ensure adequate preparation for speakers and/or supporting staff, including coordinating appropriate travel/accommodations with administrative staff.
- Manage selection and coordination of all relevant vendors, suppliers and external business partners, including 3rd party tradeshow facilitators, creative agencies, destination management companies, audio/visual services, association management, transportation and hotel/catering services.
- Track inventories of existing collateral and/or work with members of our creative production teams to coordinate production of new graphics, copy and other content required for tradeshow deliverables and related promotional materials. Coordinate transportation of these items - as well as any required technology needed - to event location.
- Work with marketing team members, external PR firms, online or print publications and/or local agencies to promote event attendance and participation, including source and selection of premium and other giveaway items for attendees
- Attend events as needed to facilitate operations, manage details and respond to any emergency needs.
- Coordinate with sales and marketing teams to ensure post event follow-up.
- Provide post-event analysis, including post-budget reconciliation and participant feedback.
Desired Skills & Experience Key skills and experience required for this position include:
- Min. Education required: Bachelor's Degree preferred, but not required
- 2-5 years' experience in Event Management or related field
- Strong communications, planning and implementation skills, including direction and review of all creative work associated with events.
- Able to problem solve and work independently in a changing and multi-tasking environment with numerous deadlines; meticulous and thorough attention to detail, with demonstrated ability for accuracy.
- Superior time management, project management, organizational and leadership skills; ability to influence and coordinate the efforts of other employees in support of events.
- Proven ability to take direction and input and to develop effective and engaging branded events that will achieve the organizational goals.
- Demonstrated ability to prepare accurate budgets and effectively manage expenses.
- Ability to travel 25-50%, based on event schedule
Company Description Sales Engine International is a B2B sales acceleration company. Clients come to us to help them FIND, CONNECT with, and ENGAGE their prospects. We implement and relentlessly execute a sales acceleration engine on behalf of our clients. Our engine consists of world class marketing technology, award winning creative services, and the strategic direction of senior sales and marketing executives.
Sales Engine International is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Sales Engine International does not discriminate against any applicant for employment because of age, gender, sexual orientation, race, religion, national origin, ethnicity, veteran status, or disability. We will not relocate. U.S. Citizenship required.
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