Job description

AT A GLANCE

We are seeking an engaging, motivated, and tech-savvy Event Specialist to represent our Meta client at team events across the country. Our ideal candidate loves to travel and has proven experience in event management and hosting, training, and product demos. This is a full-time opportunity that offers a $500 bonus upon successful completion of this program!

Overview

PURPOSE:

The purpose of the Event Specialist role is to meet client goals through the development and execution of all team events. The Event Specialist will be responsible for the execution of all client events, as well as working directly with the field team to ensure all events are executed to the client’s standards.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Compensation $26.00-$28.00 per hour depending on experience.
• Manage on site events, materials and people to ensure all client deliverables are being met
• Work with client and host partners to set up and execute events, as requested
• Manage/maintain event display kits, ordering replacement parts as needed
• Deliver training content to ensure all field members are thoroughly prepared before each event or store visit
• Collaborate, communicate, and execute all assigned events
• Attend events, as needed, to assist and to coach and develop the field team
• Work closely with cross-functional departments in support of the account and program
• Seasonal staff and market support
• Other tasks as requested by management

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:

• College degree in communications, marketing, or training & development preferred (or equivalent experience)
• Minimum of 1-3 years of Retail, Marketing, or Agency experience - field representative experience helpful, but not mandatory

SKILLS AND REQUIREMENTS:

• Excellent verbal and written communications skills
• Proactive, innovative, and flexible attitude
• Hosting training and other events on camera or live stream environments
• Excellent in multitasking, comfortable with high pace work environment and great in building long-lasting relationships
• Attention to detail
• Working knowledge of Google Docs and Microsoft Office
• Ability to take direction easily and operate independently
• Ability to travel more than 75% of the time
• Valid proof of COVID-19 vaccination status required

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to:

• Regularly sit, grasp, talk and/or hear
• Occasionally walk and/or stand
• Occasionally carrying and lifting office supplies up to 30 lbs.
• Continuous hand/eye coordination and fine manipulation
• Ability to travel via car or plane

IMPORTANT INFORMATION:

We will consider for employment all qualified Applicants, including those with Criminal Histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance.

Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

BDS Connected Solutions. (“BDS”) is an equal opportunity employer in every aspect of employment, including but not limited to; selection, training, development and promotion of the most qualified candidates and employees without regard to their race, gender, color, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, citizenship status, veteran status, or any other characteristic prohibited by state or local law. BDS is committed to equal employment opportunity in all other privileges, terms and conditions of employment that may not be covered in this statement. BDS is an at-will employer.

BDS Connected Solutions offers a complete suite of Connected Commerce solutions that blend Advocacy, Training, Retail, Virtual, Experiential, and Digital environments to influence the modern buyer, regardless of where they are on their shopping journey. Since 1985, BDS has been inspired by innovation; as we continue to evolve as a trendsetter in today’s disruptive market, we enable our clients to do the same. Our industry-leading experts never stop working to discover, design, and deploy custom buying solutions that empower brands to achieve and exceed their unique sales goals. BDS is headquartered in Irvine, California with regional offices in New York City, New York; Chicago, Illinois; and Columbus, Ohio. Visit us at www.BDSsolutions.comfor more information.

Job Types: Full-time, Temporary

Pay: $26.00 - $28.00 per hour

Schedule:

• Weekend availability

Supplemental pay types:

• Bonus pay

Application Question(s):

• This position will typically be working Weds-Sun. Are you able to work this schedule?

Experience:

• Event Management: 1 year (Preferred)
• Sales: 1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Preferred)

Willingness to travel:

• 75% (Preferred)

Work Location: On the road

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