Event Supervisor

Advantage Solutions • Berwyn, IL

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About The Position

The Event Supervisor is hands-on and involves working as part of a team including sales reps, clients, vendors, suppliers and agencies. Event Supervisors must be able to complete a wide range of activities requiring clear communication, excellent organizational skills and attention to detail. They must work well under pressure and be resourceful to ensure smooth and efficient running of an event, while controlling costs and expenditures. Events can include: Mobile tours Fairs, festivals & exhibitions Sporting events Cause-related events Promotions and product launches Retailer parking lots and misc. social events Job Will Remain Open Until Filled The Company is one of North America’s leading sales and marketing agencies specializing in outsourced sales, merchandising, category management, and marketing services to manufacturers, suppliers, and producers of food products and consumer packaged goods. The Company services a variety of trade channels including grocery, mass merchandise, specialty, convenience, drug, dollar, club, hardware, consumer electronics, and home centers. We bridge the gap between manufacturers and retailers, providing consumers access to the best products available in the marketplace today.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or GED or equivalent experience
• 3-5 years of experience in Program or Project Management
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong interpersonal skills with a customer service focus
• Effective prioritization, decision-making, and conflict management skills
• Ability to work independently, manage multiple tasks, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to gather data, compile reports, and exercise sound judgment
• Flexible and adaptable to changing business needs and priorities
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access, Outlook, and web browsers

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experience
• Field of Study/Area of Experience: Business Management, Finance or Marketing Communications

Responsibilities

• Research vendors & suppliers to produce quotes and proposals for event programs
• Work with assigned team to assist with selling events/trainings
• Consult with Advantage teams & AB- Creative Services, purchasing, warehousing, tracking
• Research and secure venues, plan footprint layouts, coordinate with vendors & suppliers (catering, city/county permitting, insurance, warehousing, fulfillment, trucking lines, rentals, etc.) and plan all logistics that stays within specified budget guidelines
• Serve as primary point of contact with client(s) throughout event lifecycle
• Travel to events as needed to oversee event production from set-up to tear-down and manage all event staff while keeping management team informed
• Prepare post-event recaps and evaluate key learnings and recommendations

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED