Event Management Specialist
Event Management Specialist
24 Seven Talent
Greater Minneapolis-St. Paul Area
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Events Specialist
Details:
Contract role with a high potential for extension or conversion.
Hybrid with an on-site requirement two to three days per week.
Location – South Suburb of Minneapolis.
Target pay range of $32-$40/hr depending on experience.
Our client, a global supply chain and logistics company is seeking an Events Specialist to join their marketing team. This is an exciting opportunity to bring clients together for in-person networking, continuing education, and impactful company events.
This role is critical for the go-to-market strategy and will improve event and program strategy. You will support the team in many aspects including executing and planning the logistics, the day of coordination, and post-event assessments.
The ideal candidate has a strong background in large-scale events, excellent attention to detail, and the ability to prioritize multiple projects.
Responsibilities
Lead the planning and execution of events for key business verticals in support of brand-building and demand-generation goals
- Work cross-functionally with Product Marketing, Product, and Sales Teams
- Responsible for the management and coordination of the operational, logistic, and financial aspects of tradeshows, conferences, and other Marketing-supported events
- Ensure cross-functional alignment on event objectives, participation level, support materials, contracts, and timelines
- Serve as the primary point of contact for sponsor organizations, venues, vendors, and other external partners
- Manage event asset inventory
Manage all pre-and post-event logistics, including
- Event registration, booth reservations, and access to virtual platforms
- Shipping of booth, collateral, premiums, and other support materials
- Procurement and coordination of audiovisual and technology resources
- Procurement and upload of pre-and post-event attendee lists
- Coordinate logistics of booth setup and teardown
- Conduct pre-event meetings and post-event assessments
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Communications, Hospitality/ Event Management, or a related field
- Minimum 3+ years of trade show and event management experience
- Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills; ability to work internally and externally at all levels
- Strong attention to detail, planning, and organizational skills
- Demonstrated ability to set and manage priorities in a multi-task, fast-paced, cross-functional environment
- Strong skills in Microsoft Office and/or Google Workspace
- Ability to work in a remote, independent environment
- Must be a proactive, self-starter with excellent organizational and time management skills
- Demonstrated high energy and strong work ethic
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Seniority level
Mid-Senior level -
Employment type
Contract -
Job function
Management -
Industries
Transportation, Logistics, Supply Chain and Storage
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