Marketing Events Coordinator

Job description

BROAD FUNCTION AND SCOPE OF THE POSITION: The Marketing Event Specialist is responsible for the full coordination, execution, and financial administration of all food shows across the region. This role manages over 70 food shows per year, serving as the primary liaison between clients and internal teams. The position requires exceptional project management skills, financial coordination, and the ability to ensure flawless event execution aligned with Affinity Group standards. PRINCIPAL CONTINUING RESPONSIBILITIES: Food Show Planning & Execution: - Manage all logistics for food shows/ market events, ensuring seamless planning, setup, execution, and post-show follow‑up. - Manage show schedules, distributor calendars, client participation, booth assignments, and product placement. - Oversee ordering, shipping, staging, and distribution of show materials to include samples. - Ensure accurate and timely communication across clients, sales teams, and internal teams. Financial Management & Administration: - Ensure proper allocation of costs to clients, regional budgets, or internal departments using the ShowDash platform - Coordinate lodging for out of market shows for the team - Work wit...