Events Marketing Manager

You want to love what you do and love where you work. Gentex gives you the best of both worlds. A global technology company headquartered in Zeeland, Michigan, Gentex is an 8-time winner of the Top Workplaces in Michigan.

POSITION OVERVIEW

The Events Marketing Manager is responsible for management and execution of projects, trade shows, events, and related activities that support Gentex’s marketing and corporate communications initiatives.

This position requires on-site work at Gentex facilities. This role is not eligible for remote work.

WHAT YOU’LL DO

• Manage the execution of internal and external corporate, marketing, community relations, and HR events. Tasks will include the management of show registration, preparation of show properties and support materials, shipping coordination and labeling, event set-up and tear-down, event staffing and coordination.
• Organize and manage inventory and maintain the company’s marketing warehouse.
• Work with venue staff and suppliers to successfully execute events.
• Work closely with Accounts Payable to ensure timely payment of invoices and charges relating to events and event materials.
• Manage the department’s box truck and demonstration vehicle maintenance.
• Support the pick-up and delivery of trade show collateral as needed, including but not limited to product panels, brochures, displays, furniture, vehicles, and other booth support materials.
• Effectively and properly repair and move trade show displays using a variety of tools and equipment consistent including forklifts, pallet jacks, diagnostic tools such as a multimeter, common hand tools and power tools.
• Organize and inventory the department’s physical assets such as trade show properties, vehicles, promotional materials, etc.
• Drive vehicles such as box trucks, demonstrator vehicles and trailers.
• Operate box truck mounted lift gates, forklifts and pallet jacks.
• Contribute to digital brand assets, including photos and videos, sales tool libraries, online repositories and sharing platforms.
• Manage the activities of external marketing and corporate communications vendors.
• Other duties as assigned.

HOW YOU’LL DO IT

• Attention to detail - Ensuring information is complete and accurate; following up with others to ensure that agreements and commitments have been fulfilled.
• Communicating effectively - Delivering multi-mode communications that convey clear understanding.
• Interpersonal savvy - Relating openly and comfortably with diverse groups of people.  Building and maintaining solid working relationships with others.
• Situational adaptability - Demonstrates the flexibility to adapt to changing environments. Adjusts approach to adapt to shifting demands.
• Building collaborative relationships - Developing, maintaining, and strengthening partnerships with others inside the organization.   
• Optimizing work processes - Knowing the most effective and efficient processes to get things done, with a focus on continuous improvement. 
• Mentoring and coaching - Providing timely guidance and feedback (both positive and constructive) to help others recognize strengths and development opportunities. Invites the tough conversations.
• Maintaining a high level of honesty, integrity, and confidentiality with respect to company matters.
• Complying with all company policies and procedures, safety regulations, company safety policies and safely perform all duties, including but not limited to, promoting a safe workplace.

WHAT TO BRING

• Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Communications, or a related field.
• 4+ years of experience in event management and project management experience.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite.
• Willingness and ability to travel.
• Willingness and ability to work non-standard hours, including evenings and weekends, with the possibility of overnight travel, as needed.
• Ability to lift and move materials up to 60 lbs.

WHAT WILL HELP

• 2+ years of leadership experience.
• Electrical/mechanical/automotive aptitude.
• Experience with diagnostic tools such as multimeters.
• Experience with power tools such as circular/table saws, drills, etc.
• Forklift certification or ability to obtain certification.
• A current chauffer’s license or ability to obtain one.
• Familiarity with loading docks, dock plates, ratchet straps, load locks, E-track, etc.
• Experience driving box trucks and towing utility trailers.
• Previous customer service/sales experience.
• Experience with photography, videography and editing experience.
• Willingness to assist where/when needed.
• Willingness to learn and comprehend new software and other tools.

Gentex is an equal opportunity employer

Gentex extends equal employment opportunities to qualified applicants and employees regardless of an individual’s race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), disability, marital status, military service, height, weight, genetic information, or any other reason protected by law.

Assistance

Gentex is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to applicants with disabilities. For accommodation requests, email us at [email protected]. Gentex will not discriminate against any qualified individual who can perform the essential functions of the job with or without a reasonable accommodation.

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