Marketing Events Manager

Job title: Marketing & Communications Specialist

Job Summary

• This person should have strong communication skills, both written and oral, as well as strong interpersonal skills to effectively collaborate with multiple members associated with the events.
• Typical events planned by the team are exhibits at tradeshows (such as SEMICON) and external technical and business conferences, internal conferences, award ceremonies and dinners, senior management meetings, and employee meetings.
• As multiple events are being planned concurrently, the event specialist should be able to multitask and prioritize across multiple events to meet deadlines and event milestones.

Responsibilities

• Plan and organize internal and external events assigned, both locally and around the U.S. This includes:
• Creating, implementing and controlling event budgets.

Establishing relationships with vendors and suppliers for events. Typical examples

• would be caterers, venue owners, as well as industry organizations (e.g. hotels, restaurants, industry sponsorships).
• Establishing detailed timelines and deadlines for items such as: contracts, payments, marketing material preparation, catering arrangements, procurement of needed supplies, and other event specific needs.
• Executing the plan and providing event data and reports as required.
• Effective communication with all parties including, clients, vendors, team members, manager, etc. on details and progress of events.
• Ensure customer (event owner/sponsor) satisfaction by offering needed service and assistance to event participants.
• Maintain an inventory and directory of marketing giveaways and supplies for the department.

Qualifications and Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Business Administration, Project Management, or other related fields preferred.
• 2+ years of experience in marketing coordination, event planning, or a similar role.
• Proven experience in conference and event marketing.
• Strong organizational and project management skills.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and marketing software/tools.
• Familiarity with Monday.com or other program management tools.
• Experience with budget management and vendor negotiations with some financial acumen.
• Occasionally lift and/or move up to 30 pounds.
• Some domestic (US) travel required (10-15%).

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