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Events and Partnerships Manager

AfterShokz

Austin, TX

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Job Description

Posted On: March 09, 2020


Events are a vital tool in communicating not only what we do and “why” we do it, but what makes us different and sets us apart from other headphone brands. Events give voice to the passion we have for all that we do and allow people to experience the power of bone conduction technology. Our independent retailers are crucial to the growth of our business in the running/cycling/triathlon space and partnering with key accounts at events is beneficial in building stronger relationships with the retailer. The Events and Retail Partnerships Manager is key to our success and requires a highly organized, creative, detail oriented and motivated person to serve as lead for event planning, management and production.


Events include tradeshow exhibitions, conferences, retailer events, demo/shakeout runs, marathons, triathlons, and cycling races, among others. The position deals with a wide range of responsibilities that include seeking event and sponsorship opportunities, presenting those opportunities to leadership, securing booth space at agreed upon events, communicating with event organizers, coordinating event logistics, coordinating with reps and retail partners, timelines and tasks as necessary for event success.


The Events and Retail Partnerships Manager must be able to anticipate project needs, discern work priorities, and meet deadlines. The Events and Retail Partnerships Manager should have a passion for event management, provide outstanding communication to AfterShokz staff, vendors and event attendees, be an enthusiastic professional, and be capable of building strong and positive relationships with event organizations, AfterShokz reps and independent retailers.


Major Duties and Responsibilities of the Events and Retail Partnerships Manager

  • Serve as the lead for event and retail partnership planning, management and production.
  • Travel to events throughout North America (U.S. and Canada), up to 20% of the time
  • Be the on-site brand representative at events, from booth set-up, to demoing products for consumers, to packing up the booth
  • Seek out event sponsorship opportunities and present to leadership.
  • Reach out to event organizers to get sponsorship details, negotiate contracts, and secure booth space
  • Organize event logistics including badge registrations, packing lists, coordinate team travel, inventory, giveaways, order furniture and electric, etc. prior to events
  • Work closely with the Shipping Team/Warehouse to communicate booth supplies inventory and shipments
  • Communicate with sales reps to strategically choose a retail partner for consumer events
  • Work with sales reps to offer support to retailers per our ‘Retailer Event Guidelines”, keep track of the support we’re offering and get post-event reporting from reps/retailers.
  • Communicate event details with the marketing/sales teams and event staff. Oversee staff's participation and manage expectations by coordinating event game-plan meetings prior to every event
  • Work alongside the Marketing and Inside Sales teams for the completion of multiple events concurrently
  • Work alongside third parties, such as retailers, brand representatives, ambassadors and/or hired temps, to successfully plan and execute events
  • Participate in marketing meetings and respond to phone calls and email (even when on the road) to add insight on event-related marketing efforts
  • Report feedback on all events, including event recap reports and suggestions for maximizing presence
  • Keep track of all event finances (costs for each event), from booth space, to booth build out, to travel, furniture, electric, onsite sales, and everything in between


    Required Skills


    Experience:

  • Event Management: 5 years (Preferred)