Show & Event Coordinator / Manager

Bath Planet•Glen Allen, VA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Bath Planet of Richmond & Virginia Beach is seeking a motivated and energetic Show & Events Coordinator / Manager to join their team and help grow their event marketing program throughout the Richmond market. The role involves finding, organizing, and managing home shows, community events, and promotional opportunities to generate qualified leads for the sales team. This position is ideal for someone who enjoys event planning, marketing, working with people, and building successful teams. The responsibilities include recruiting and training event staff, managing event schedules, and ensuring each event produces strong results.

Requirements

Previous experience in event marketing, promotions, retail marketing, sales, or customer engagement preferred.
Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
Outgoing personality with the ability to engage with the public.
Excellent organizational and time-management skills.
Ability to recruit, coach, and motivate a team.
Self-motivated with strong attention to detail.
Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment.
Ability to stand for extended periods during events.
Ability to lift up to 30 pounds.
Reliable transportation and valid driver's license required.

Responsibilities

Research and identify local shows, fairs, festivals, and community events within the Richmond territory.
Negotiate contracts and secure event opportunities.
Build and manage an annual calendar of events.
Recruit, interview, hire, and train Event Demonstrators.
Schedule and manage event staff.
Train team members on lead generation and customer engagement techniques.
Coordinate booth setup, displays, and event breakdown.
Engage with homeowners and generate qualified leads.
Schedule free in-home consultations for potential customers.
Manage contest entries and follow up with prospects.
Track event performance and provide regular reporting.
Work with the sales team to maximize lead conversion.