Spécialiste d’événements techniques / Technical Events Specialist

Genetec • Montreal, QC

5d • Onsite

About The Position

Genetec is a global technology company that has been transforming the physical security industry for over 25 years. Today, the company develops solutions designed to improve security, intelligence, and operations for enterprises, governments, and the communities in which we live. We are looking for a Technical Events Specialist to join our corporate Marketing team. Reporting to the Sr. Manager, Global Events Engineering, you will play a key role in conceiving, designing, implementing, and managing a comprehensive technical marketing portfolio of Genetec solutions for trade shows, conferences, and Genetec Experience Centers.

Requirements

• 5+ years relevant experience in Physical Security or Technology Sales
• Team player: high degree of networking capabilities to build buy-in, and engage cross-functionally with numerous departments to bring projects to life
• Significant technical experience and aptitude mixed with creative vision
• Strong communicator, excellent written and verbal communication skills, can adapt style to varied internal and external audiences
• Both analytical and enthusiastic, with a can-do approach to tasks both big and small
• Well organized, detail-oriented, deadline and results-oriented
• Able to work both as a part of a team and autonomously
• Ability to travel up to 50%, valid passport
• Fluent in French and English, both verbal and written (this role requires interaction with our international collaborators and customers)
• Networking skills (TCP/IP, configure network switches and routers, wireless)
• Experience in deploying software, operating systems and databases
• Creating and deploying images, working in virtualized environments
• Developing training guides or sales-oriented demonstration content

Nice To Haves

• Security industry and/or IT background
• Experience working with both marketing and product teams
• Professional certifications such as PSP, CCNA, Security+ or similar

Responsibilities

• Oversee the technical preparations for key events and work with SME’s in each product group to ensure Genetec’s demos are technically sound and on point with our latest innovations
• As part of the Technical Events Engineering team, you will be responsible for pre-staging, shipping, and setup at major events and conferences
• Own all Experience Center-related activities, including daily maintenance, system upgrades and lead all customer visits, as well as provide compelling demonstrations of our solutions
• Act as the technical lead during on-site tradeshow and events setup
• Maintain inventory of all technical equipment required to showcase Genetec’s strategy at tradeshows, conferences, and in the Experience Center(s)
• Develop demonstration environments and training documentation for both tradeshows and for field sales representatives that demonstrate key differentiators of Genetec capabilities; ensure ongoing upgrades and maintenance
• Collaborate with the Genetec field sales organization to ensure they are empowered to fully leverage and demonstrate Genetec solutions through various channels (tradeshows, conferences, 1:1 sales demo, experience center visits)
• Collaborate with our technology partner representatives to incorporate and highlight partner technologies, together with Genetec, to showcase total solutions
• Working closely with regional and corporate sales and marketing teams including the regional and corporate Events and Technical Engineering teams
• Work closely with the Corporate and regional Events teams to ensure event program and execution alignment

Benefits

• Attractive compensation package
• Training Tuition Reimbursement Program
• Work-life balance with a flexible working schedule
• Subsidized meals in our amazing Bistro (Les Cordons Bleus)
• Free, unlimited coffee and fruits
• Private, free parking for all employees
• Access to relaxation spaces (pool table, gaming consoles, foosball, chess, etc.)
• Onsite fitness facility with personal trainer, and multiple wellness and health workshops

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed