Events Manager

Hillerich & Bradsby Co • Louisville, KY

22d • Onsite

About The Position

The Events Manager will work in conjunction with the Director of Events at H&B to plan for and execute on events the department is hosting. Additionally, this position will be responsible for ensuring high levels of professionalism, customer service, flexibility, and in-depth communication team both within the events team and with guests. Ultimately ensuring that the events team remains aligned with the organization's overarching goals, vision, and core values.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Hospitality, Communication, or Business.
• A 2+ years of experience in Event Management, Hospitality, Administration.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and organization skills.
• Ability to understand client needs and communicate company abilities and options effectively.
• Ability to remain calm in high-pressure situations.
• Able to be adaptable to constantly changing and short deadline situations.
• Strong supervisory and leadership skills.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.
• Demonstrated project and time management skills.
• Proven expertise in solving problems.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and to delegate them when appropriate.
• Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

• Collaborates with the Events Director to understand the departments goals and strategy related to staffing, recruiting, and retention.
• Provides leadership to the events team during office hours and during after-hours events that are held on-site.
• Participates as a member of the events team during quarterly planning sessions.
• Maintains a high level of professionalism during interactions with H&B's internal team and with event guests.
• Provides exceptional customer service during event planning process and event execution.
• Particpates in the strategic planning for/ on-site coordination of events to ensure a smooth experience for all guests.
• Builds a team culture in which everyone is a valued team member and aligns with the organization’s core values.
• Oversees the daily workflow of the event team.
• Provides coaching and leadership development opportunities to direct reports.
• Provides input during the event team member interview process.
• Any responsibilities or projects may be assigned by the Director of Events.

Benefits

• medical
• dental
• vision
• life insurance
• paid time off
• paid holidays
• 401k with company match
• discounted garage parking
• casual dress every day
• parental leave for both moms and dads
• education reimbursement
• flextime for many positions
• an employee assistance program (EAP)
• employee discounts on their various brands

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager