We are looking for an Event Coordinator to work in our corporate headquarters in Morris County, New Jersey.
Responsibilities and Duties:
- Coordinate all activities related to the daily operations of planning special events including (but not limited to) trade shows, casino player loyalty events, client functions, and internal Company events
- Follow and comply with all policies, procedures, and business operations
- Coordinate the planning, programming, scheduling, travel arrangements, set- up, execution, and breakdown of events
- Research and negotiate contracts for booth design and rental
- Research and negotiate contracts for outside printing
- Research and negotiate contracts for external event staffing agencies
- Work as a direct liaison between client and various internal departments such as Sales, Merchandising, Purchasing, Warehouse, and Operations
- Display reliable leadership
- Prioritize and delegate multiple tasks onsite to maximize time management
- HEAVY Travel, especially during 4th quarter, is REQUIRED
Qualifications and Skills:
- Minimum 2 years experience in planning/attending events and trade shows
- Ability to work in a very fast paced environment, multitask, and think outside the box
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
- Warehouse experience a plus
- Skills; wrapping a pallet and operating a pallet jack
- Lifting 20lb boxes onsite
- Must maintain accurate records and reports
- Experience working with strict budgets is a plus
- Knowledge of Microsoft Suite
- Knowledge of Photoshop and Visio is a plus
- Strong organization skills
Benefits:
- Competitive salary
- Health insurance
- 401(k) plan with an employer match
- Life insurance and long-term disability insurance
- Paid time off
- Generous employee purchase and incentive programs
Rymax (http://www.rymaxinc.com) understands the value of employee appreciation and customer loyalty. As the #1, full-service loyalty marketing organization, Rymax provides strategic, customized recognition programs and events to Fortune 100 and Fortune 500 corporations. Our award-winning programs are carefully designed to maximize business growth, engage employees, motivate sales teams and increase customer retention, through aspirational brand name rewards.
Come join an organization that values employee engagement and rewards achievements!
Rymax is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $40,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Employee discount
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
Education:
Experience:
- Customer service: 1 year (Preferred)
- Events: 1 year (Required)
Work Location: In person
