Responsibilities

• Assist in planning and scheduling in-store demo programs
• Coordinate with operations on demo kit shipments and materials
• Ensure retailer compliance requirements are followed
• Monitor program timelines and flag issues proactively
• Help confirm staffing for activations
• Ensure ambassadors complete recaps, photos, and store sign-offs
• Review event reports for accuracy and completeness
• Reinforce Mariano Events’ “taste-touch-try” standards
• Join client calls and take notes/action items
• Provide campaign updates and recap summaries
• Support post-event reporting preparation
• Help track demo performance and recap data
• Support dashboard updates and reporting tools
• Identify basic trends in engagement and shopper feedback
• Assist in building training materials or campaign decks
• Continuously learn retailer guidelines and industry trends

Requirements

• Strong organizational and project management skills with the ability to manage multiple campaigns simultaneously
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with a client-facing mindset
• Detail-oriented with a focus on executional excellence and compliance
• Ability to analyze data and translate insights into actionable recommendations
• Proficiency in tools such as Excel, PowerPoint, and project management platforms (e.g., Monday.com); experience with reporting tools like Power BI is a plus
• Self-starter with a proactive, solutions-oriented approach
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, high-growth environment
• Willingness to work flexible hours as needed to support live activations and client needs
• Ability to travel occasionally for field visits, trainings, or key retail programs
• Passion for food, beverage, and in-store customer experience
• Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Business, Communications, or a related field preferred
• 2–4 years of experience in event marketing, experiential marketing, retail activation, or CPG environments
• Experience working with grocery or retail environments (e.g., Whole Foods, Sprouts, Kroger, etc.) is strongly preferred
• Familiarity with field team management, staffing coordination, or ambassador programs is a plus

Preferred

• Power BI experience is a plus
• Experience with grocery or retail environments is strongly preferred