Field Event Manager

At our Company, we grow People, Brands, and Businesses! We are seeking a dynamic Field Event Supervisor who will work under the direction of the Regional Manager and serves as the primary field specialist in charge of flawless execution and quality assurance of the event. This position directs use of event resources (event set-up, and equipment) to ensure maximum effectiveness of brand message and achievement of objectives. Continually optimizes quality in all areas including but not limited to: aesthetic look of set-up, event entertainment value (sound and visual), effectiveness of interaction with consumers, and total impact of mobile marketing initiative on target audience. Works closely with the client/brand, oversees event, and documents the event via reporting and pictures.

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What we offer:

• Full-Time Benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision, Life)
• 401(k) with company match
• Training and Career Development
• Generous Paid Time-Off

Responsibilities:

• Acts as primary field authority/main point of contact.
• Provide leadership to field team in order to reach program goals.
• Motivate and support team to execute without incident every time at every event. Responsible for flawless on-site event management and coordination including vendor assets.
• Document the event via reporting and pictures.
• Responsible for event assets, transport, and maintenance of all assets.
• Participate in mandatory on-line trainings and conference calls; Attend possible ongoing monthly product trainings, team meetings, client trainings, etc.

Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or GED or equivalent experience is required
• 2-4-year college degree or equivalent work experience in related field/industry
• Experience managing events on-site as well as having an ability to delegate tasks to a team of associates in order to achieve event goals
• Thorough knowledge of principles of effective brand marketing, specifically mobile marketing
• Proven experience in effective communications, consumer/client relations, and management
• Must have Reliable Transportation

Job Will Remain Open Until Filled

The Company is one of North America’s leading sales and marketing agencies specializing in outsourced sales, merchandising, category management and marketing services to manufacturers, suppliers and producers of food products and consumer packaged goods. The Company services a variety of trade channels including grocery, mass merchandise, specialty, convenience, drug, dollar, club, hardware, consumer electronics and home centers. We bridge the gap between manufacturers and retailers, providing consumers access to the best products available in the marketplace today.

Position Summary

The Field Event Manager serves as the primary field specialist in charge of flawless execution and quality assurance of the event.  This position directs use of event resources (event set-up, and equipment) to ensure maximum effectiveness of brand message and achievement of objectives.  Continually optimizes quality in all areas including but not limited to: aesthetic look of set-up, event entertainment value (sound and visual), effectiveness of interaction with consumers, and total impact of mobile marketing initiative on target audience.  Works closely with the client/brand, oversees event, and documents the event via reporting and pictures.

Essential Job Duties and Responsibilities

• Acts as primary field authority/main point of contact
• Placement and set-up/teardown of assets
• Provide leadership to field team in order to reach program goals
• Motivate and support team to execute without incident every time at every event
• Document the event via reporting and pictures
• Assign event day duties to both internal company and external agency staff
• Responsible for flawless on-site event management and coordination including vendor assets
• Responsible for event assets, transport, and maintenance of all assets
• Communicate event updates as required to Company Management

Personal Development / Training/ Reporting

• Participate in mandatory on-line trainings and conference calls.
• Attend possible ongoing monthly product trainings, team meetings, client trainings, etc.
• Accurately complete and submit timely HR paperwork and reports online, call reports, expense reports (if applicable), training certification quizzes, etc. 

Supervisory Responsibilities

Direct Reports

This position does not have supervisory responsibilities for direct reports

Indirect Reports

This position does not have guidance or mentoring responsibilities for indirect reports

Travel and/or Driving Requirements

• Travel and Driving is an essential duty and function of this job 
• Travel up to 10%

Minimum Qualifications

Education Level: (Required): High School Diploma or GED or equivalent experience

                        (Preferred): Bachelor's Degree                                 

• 2-4 years of work experience in related field/industry
• Experience managing events on-site as well as having an ability to delegate tasks to a team of associates in order to achieve event goals.

Skills, Knowledge and Abilities

• A thorough knowledge of principles of effective brand marketing, specifically mobile marketing.
• Proven experience in effective communications, consumer and client relations, and management.
• Engaging and outgoing personality.
• Excellent organization and writing skills.
• Detail oriented with exceptional time management and multi-task approach.
• Needs to have the ability to stand and interact with customers and staff, by moving away from the event station as needed in order to promote sales and manage the event for the entire length of the shift (other than legally required - breaks/meal periods).
• Certain events may require an associate to drive and operate your own or company leased vehicle (to include mobile trucks, cars and/or vans) transporting event assets to and from worksite. 
• Carrying, lifting, lowering appliances/equipment weighing up to 30 lbs. a distance of 20 feet and up to 10 feet overhead.
• Must be capable of bending and kneeling, reaching and lifting and squatting for short periods of time etc.
• Certain product demonstrations may require specialized talent, experience, expertise, skills, knowledge, certification, or duties in order to be eligible to conduct a particular event.  If an associate does not satisfy the particular requirements for the specialized event, he/she would remain eligible for the standard, non-specialized events otherwise available to all associates in the position (to the extent such positions are available).  Examples of the talent, expertise, experience, skills, knowledge, certification, or duties which may be required to conduct a specialized event include (without limitation):  ability to satisfy requirements necessary to conduct product demonstrations involving alcoholic beverages; Food Safety Certification; Responsible Alcohol Server Certification, ability to conduct hot and/or cold food preparation (including without limitation use and handling of sharp objects, cooking appliances, and other food-related tools/equipment); video game/other consumer electronics knowledge, skills, and experience.

Environmental & Physical Requirements

Field / Administrative Requirements

Incumbent must be able to perform the essential functions of the job. Work may be performed in an office, field, retail store, or warehouse environment. Typically requires the ability to spend 66%+ hours each work day doing the following activities:  engage in considerable physical activity, ability to lift and/or push up to 50 pounds, stand on feet for long periods of time, use products or cook food as appropriate for the demonstration, and may be required to work in extremely cold conditions (i.e. refrigerated and freezer sections). Also required to travel and drive.  The use of proper safety practices when handling the products and/or cooking is essential.  

Additional Information Regarding The Company Job Duties and Job Descriptions

Job duties include additional responsibilities as assigned by one’s supervisor or other manager related to the position/department. This job description is meant to describe the general nature and level of work being performed; it is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required for the position. The Company reserves the right at any time with or without notice to alter or change job responsibilities, reassign or transfer job position or assign additional job responsibilities, subject to applicable law.  The company shall provide reasonable accommodations of known disabilities to enable a qualified applicant or employee to apply for employment, perform the essential functions of the job, or enjoy the benefits and privileges of employment as required by the law.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this position. They are not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of associates so classified.

The Company is committed to providing equal opportunity in all employment practices without regard to age, race, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, religion, physical or mental disability, or any other category protected by law. As part of this commitment, the Company shall provide reasonable accommodations of known disabilities to enable an applicant or employee to apply for employment, perform the essential functions of the job, or enjoy the benefits and privileges of employment as required by the law.