Sr Corporate Events Specialist
About The Position
Daikin Applied is seeking a Sr. Corporate Events Tradeshow Specialist who is responsible for supporting our Marketing organization and Daikin’s position as the premier HVAC solutions provider in our industry. As a Sr. Corporate Events Specialist focusing on tradeshows, you’ll be at the heart of our dynamic team, orchestrating high-impact trade shows that showcase our company’s innovation and industry leadership. This role offers a unique opportunity to combine your creativity and love for live events to deliver seamless, engaging, and memorable tradeshow experiences that drive business growth. If you thrive in fast-paced environments and love turning ideas into spectacular realities, this is the perfect role for you! Come be a part of an exciting journey at Daikin Applied, where innovation and excellence drive our every endeavor!
Requirements
- Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent work experience
- 6 to 8 years of Trade Show experience
- Work visa sponsorship is not available for this position
Nice To Haves
- Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent work experience
- 8+ years of Trade Show experience or event experience
- CTSM certification a plus
Responsibilities
- Own vertical market trade shows and support Sr Manager on large shows. Daikin currently supports 11 shows annually, with opportunities to expand our tradeshow presence
- Manage the relationship with NPARALLEL(NP)(Fridley/MN), including oversight of the online exhibit inventory system warehouse assets, annual inventory audits, and the development of new booth assets
- Partner with NP to coordinate show services and exhibit logistics for all trade shows
- Own and manage the trade show lead capture and follow-up process, including measurement and reporting of success
- Manage the internal trade show website with event schedules, attendance information and related content
- Learn and become fluent in 3rd party supplier inventory management software
- Partner with Marketing team to support trade show related social media and advertising campaigns
- Build and maintain industry relationships
- Partner with Indirect Sourcing on company promotional merchandise store
- Support special requests for unique items needed for executive visits or customer events
- Procure and coordinate event supplies, including lanyards, note cards, clothing, name badges, golf materials, signage, etc.
- Manage the shipment and return of event materials, exhibit assets, and promotional items for events nationwide
- Lead coordination with the Daikin facilities team on all event-related shipping activity
- Support ad hoc events and special projects as needed
- Maintain basic knowledge of Daikin’s products and solutions
- Administrative support to marketing and communications work streams as needed
Benefits
- Multiple medical insurance plan options + dental and vision insurance
- 401K retirement plan with employer contributions matching 100% of the first 3% of employee contributions and 50% on the next 2% of employee contributions
- Company provided life insurance + optional employee paid voluntary life insurance, dependent life coverage and voluntary accident coverage
- Short term and long-term disability
- 3 weeks of paid time off for new employees + 11 company paid holidays
- Vacation accrues on a monthly basis, unless applicable federal, state and local law requires a faster accrual
- Paid sick time in accordance of the federal, state and local law
- Paid parental leave and tuition reimbursement after 6 months of continuous service
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
Education Level
Associate degree
