Events & Communications Manager at RAB | USA

RAB

Events & Communications Manager

USA (Remote)

Salary Not AvailableMid Level3+ years expFull time

Posted 3 months ago

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Job Summary

Lead the end-to-end events program for a trade association, aligning planning, logistics, sponsorships, and promotions with organizational goals.

Own end-to-end event planning, budgeting, and on-site execution.
Must-have: proven event marketing and planning experience in hospitality, venues, or media.
Standout: strong vendor partnerships and post-event reporting to inform future programs.

Job Description

Responsibilities

Plan, coordinate, and execute a diverse range of events including board meetings, awards show, workshops, and networking functions that align with organizational goals.
Manage all aspects of event marketing and promotion to maximize attendance and engagement.
Negotiate contracts with vendors, venues, caterers, and other service providers to secure the best terms and services.
Oversee event logistics such as budgeting, catering arrangements, venue setup, and guest services to ensure seamless execution.
Develop compelling communication materials including press releases, newsletters, and social media content to promote trade association effectively.
Build strong relationships with stakeholders through excellent customer service and personalized engagement strategies.
Project manage sponsorships inclusive of account management, vendor partner activation and execution
Track event performance metrics and provide post-event reports to inform future planning efforts.

Requirements

Proven experience in event marketing and event planning within hospitality, restaurant, hotel, or media and entertainment industry.
Strong negotiation skills with the ability to manage contracts effectively.
Excellent organizational skills with a keen eye for detail and time management.
Exceptional communication skills for engaging diverse audiences across multiple channels.
Demonstrated ability in budgeting and financial oversight for events.
Experience in banquet operations or guest services is highly desirable.
Familiarity with hospitality industry standards including catering coordination and guest experience management.
BA/BS in Marketing, Journalism, Public Communications or equivalent
3-5 Years of experience in public relations, communications/marketing field, event planning and management, agency experience or a combination of agency and in-house experience is preferred
Proficiency Microsoft Office, Docusign, Project management software, and database list management
Digital marketing skills (HTML, email marketing, social media) a plus

Preferred

Proficiency Microsoft Office, Docusign, Project management software, and database list management
Digital marketing skills (HTML, email marketing, social media) a plus
Experience in banquet operations or guest services is highly desirable? (Note: from requirements)

RAB

Rab specialise in making rugged, high-performance mountain clothing and equipment. Nothing fancy or over-engineered – just honest hard working pieces that you’d rather repair than replace. More than 30 years since our founding our products have evolved but our core values have remained the same. Our inspiration still comes from the mountains we climb and the friendships we forge along the way. From the people who design, make and test each item, to those that have grown up loving and wearing Rab. These are the stories and experiences that make us unique, the ones we write every time we step outside. Rab's journey is your story and ours.#WeAreRab

Founded in 1981

Somercotes, England, GBR

504 employees (53 in marketing)

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