Events Manager – EMEA and APAC
- Full-time
Company Description
insightsoftware is a growing, dynamic computer software company that helps businesses achieve greater levels of financial intelligence across their organization with our world-class financial reporting solutions. At insightsoftware, you will learn and grow in a fast-paced, supportive environment that will take your career to the next level. We are looking for future insighters who can demonstrate teamwork, results orientation, a growth mindset, disciplined execution, and a winning attitude to join our growing team!
Job Description
Working within Marketing, the Events Manager – EMEA and APAC will be responsible for the planning, project management & reporting of assigned events as well as managing logistics vendors, SWAG ordering and processes in the EMEA and APAC region. This individual will work closely with the EMEA and APAC Event Lead regarding event strategy and the wider events team to ensure we achieve the business goals set.
As part of the wider marketing organisation this individual will also collaborate with other departments to ensure specialist experience is leveraged and the best possible outcomes for events are achieved.
Responsibilities:
- Manage logistics and logistics vendors in the EMEA and APAC region, working to ensure inventory is stocked and delivery of goods required is smooth
- Management of the Event in a Box process within region as well as leading on process improvements globally
- Sourcing and ordering high quality insightsoftware event merchandise and banners.
- Responsible for the planning, project management & reporting of assigned events in the EMEA and APAC region.
- Detailed tracking and adherence to budget set for assigned events.
- Articulating clear outlines for each event specifying how each show will meet the overall event goals set, show targets – including scan goals and hot lead targets and communications plans for pre, during and post show materials.
- Negotiate event sponsorship contracts to ensure business goals are achieved, value for money is obtained and any potential risk is minimised.
- Responsible for event prep, including hotel reservations, internal documents, staff event registration, material shipping and communication to event staff for assigned events.
- Lead speakers, internal teams and events staff participation before and during events.
- Responsible for all aspects of post-event activities, including: lead management and loading, ROI and performance analysis including any future recommendations, accounting and timely payment of invoices.
- Serve as the liaison with vendors, including communication on vendor standards/expectations prior to events, overseeing all booth orders
- Evaluate third party vendors making recommendations as necessary to ensure best results and continuous high-quality outputs.
- Evaluate new and existing events for suitability and or suggestions to enhance and improve performance providing detailed recommendations on the approach recommended.
- Conduct research for continued industry growth.
- Travel (up to 25%) to event locations to set up the event space, manage live events and coordinate return shipping of exhibit materials.
How will you get it done?
- Drive & Discipline - ability to operate in a fast-paced environment with a focus on achieving high-quality results
- Growth Mindset – actively pursue new ways of getting things done
- Crispness of Execution – passion for process and an attitude exemplified by creating value for clients and delivering superior financial results
- Communication – ability to effectively communicate with internal and external stakeholders both orally and in writing
Qualifications
Qualifications:
- Experience managing corporate events and tradeshows
- Experience in a corporate office/comparable work setting.
- BS or BA in Communications, Public Relations, Marketing, or related field.
- Prior experience of successfully managing large events budgets
- Excellent organizational, interpersonal and collaboration skills.
- Great attention to detail with the ability to prioritize numerous projects at once.
- Demonstrated ability to think strategically and contribute at all levels of the organization.
- Ability to work with deadlines and manage multiple high-priority assignments while staying organized.
- Excellent written and oral communication skills. Able to communicate effectively at all levels of the organization.
- Results driven, energetic, resourceful and hands-on individual with a strong service orientation. Able to work without constant supervision.
- Well-versed and proficient in Microsoft Office Suite including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
- Proven ability to establish strong relationships internally and externally.
- Must be willing and able to travel occasionally
Preferences:
- International shipping, logistics experience
- Knowledge and experience of finance, financial software industry helpful
- Experience in using project management systems (Wrike preferred)
- Experienced user of Software applications such as: iCapture and Salesforce.
Additional Information
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
*insightsoftware is unable to provide sponsorship to those outside of the stated location*
** At this time insightsoftware is not able to offer sponsorship to candidates who are not eligible to work in the country where the position is located. **
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