As the Tradeshow Events Manager, you will lead the end-to-end planning, design, and execution of a select portfolio of domestic and international events! In this role, you will collaborate with cross-functional and international teams to align brand messaging, manage budgets, and oversee on-site logistics from setup to teardown. Come join one of the world's biggest toy-making companies and help us shape the future of play!
What You Will Do:
Manage the end-to-end execution of global events, providing hands-on, on-site support from initial set-up to final tear-down while ensuring seamless logistics and effective communication
Coordinate with cross-functional internal teams across product development, sales, and marketing to define event goals, budgets, timelines, and critical deliverables
Work closely with marketing and creative services teams to develop engaging event collateral, promotional materials, and highly effective presentations
Establish and maintain strong relationships with key industry partners, exhibitors, event organizers, and external agencies to ensure consistent brand messaging across different markets
Conduct post-event evaluations to measure effectiveness, analyze ROI, gather attendee feedback, and recommend innovative strategies to enhance future event experiences
Act as a leader within the department by providing continuous guidance, training, and support to inspire junior staff
Perform other event-related tasks and strategic initiatives as assigned
Supervisor Responsibilities: No
What We Are Looking For:
3+ years of proven event management experience, preferably within the toy industry or a related consumer products sector
Strong project management skills with the proven ability to multitask, prioritize, and meet strict deadlines in a fast-paced environment
Exceptional interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills with a demonstrated ability to build relationships with diverse individuals at all organizational levels
Highly adaptable, energetic mindset with the capacity to proactively problem-solve and troubleshoot on-site logistics during active, high-pressure events
Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and Google Workspace (G-Suite)
Ability and willingness to travel domestically and internationally up to 50% of the time
Nice To Have:
- Bachelor's degree in Event Management, Communications, Marketing, or a related field is a plus
This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee, but provide the primary duties and responsibilities of the role. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change, or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.
What We Offer
The base salary may vary based on experience, role tenure, performance, industry, and location. Eligibility for the annual performance incentive may apply. Jazwares is a multi-state employer, so the salary range may not apply to other states.
Our benefits package includes basic medical insurance that is 100% company-paid for employees and their children, employee basic life and AD&D insurance, a 401(K) retirement program with Jazwares matching up to 4% of pretax or post-tax deferrals, short and long-term disability, and tuition reimbursement.
Our work environment provides a flexible work schedule that includes a Monday through Thursday on-site, with an optional WFH on Fridays, up to 20 workdays fully remote each year, and Time Off for vacation and sick leave. Through Jazwares Cares, you will have the opportunity to volunteer for up to 16 hours a year on community service projects.
Reasonable Accommodations
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Working at Jazwares
At Jazwares, we believe an innovative idea can come from anywhere and anyone. Through our three pillars, we foster innovation and encourage creativity in every area of our business.
- Passion: Our conviction and enthusiasm show in our products, relationships, and commitment to our community.
- Collaboration: We share one vision worldwide, constantly striving to improve and innovate together.
- Humility: We recognize the value in others and treat everyone with respect. Our strength lies in our people and talent.
Don't miss out on this extraordinary opportunity to be part of the fastest-growing toy company in the industry. Connect with us today, and let's shape the future of play together!
JAZWARES is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, sex, religion, national or ethnic origin, citizenship status, ancestry, disability, age, military status, marital status, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by law. Jazwares is committed to providing reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities.
Who We Are
Jazwares, a Berkshire Hathaway company, is a leading global toy manufacturer with a robust portfolio of owned and licensed brands. Founded in 1997, Jazwares celebrates imaginative play with a progressive focus on identifying new and relevant trends to transform into high-quality products for consumers of all ages. Jazwares engages consumers through innovative play experiences with popular brands such as Squishmallows™, Pokémon™, Hello Kitty™, Star Wars™, Five Nights at Freddy’s™, Disney™, BumBumz™, and BLDR™. In addition to toys, offerings include costumes, games, and pillows. Headquartered in Plantation, Florida, Jazwares has offices worldwide and sells its products in over 100 countries. For more information, visit www.jazwares.com and follow us on LinkedIn, X, Instagram, and Facebook.
Recruitment Safety
Please be wary of unsolicited communications from individuals or websites you are not familiar with, or any communications requesting sensitive personal data or information. All official Jazwares employment information will come from our company email ending in @jazwares.com. Jazwares will never request any monetary payments at any point during its hiring process. If you have any questions about any unsolicited communications, you can reach out to [email protected]. We look forward to you experiencing a safe and enjoyable application process at Jazwares!
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Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in event management or related field
- 3+ years proven experience in event management (preferably toy or consumer products industry)
- Strong project management skills with ability to multitask, prioritize, and meet deadlines
- Ability to work in a fast-paced, changing environment and perform as an effective multi-tasker
- Effective managerial skills with ability to train and inspire a team
- Excellent written and verbal interpersonal and communication skills
- Demonstrated ability to build and maintain relationships with internal teams and external partners
- Strong proficiency in Microsoft Suite and Google Drive
- Ability to travel domestically and internationally up to 50% of the time
- Ability to work nights and weekends as needed
- Physical ability to lift up to 25 lbs and stand, walk, sit, hear, see; comfortable working in high precarious places
- Ability to interact effectively with diverse individuals at all organizational levels
Jazwares Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Jazwares and has not been reviewed or approved by Jazwares.
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Healthcare Strength — Healthcare coverage is described as strong, with company-paid medical for employees and comprehensive medical, dental, vision, and mental health options. Feedback suggests this elevates perceived total compensation even when base pay varies by role.
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Retirement Support — Retirement provisions include a 401(k) with company match alongside life, disability, and AD&D. Feedback suggests these staples are consistently valued within the overall package.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Time-off programs span generous PTO, paid holidays, bereavement leave, and parental leave. Feedback suggests the inclusion of parental leave and periodic office closures enhances the practical breadth of time away.
Jazwares Insights
What We Do
Jazwares, a subsidiary of Alleghany Capital Corporation, is a leading global toy company, recently expanding into the costumes and pets category. Jazwares’ portfolio includes a variety of dynamic licensed and wholly owned brands. The Jazwares Game Studio further expands play opportunities for kids within the Metaverse. Jazwares celebrates 25 years of innovative play with expertise in design, development, and manufacturing. An award-winning company with a progressive focus on identifying new trends, Jazwares then transforms them into high-quality products for consumers of all ages. Headquartered in Sunrise, FL, Jazwares has offices around the world and sells its products in more than 100 countries. Since its inception in 1997, Jazwares continues to grow through the development of new products and the strategic acquisitions of companies. For more information about Jazwares, please visit www.jazwares.com.
