Fortrea · 2 weeks ago
Associate Marketing Manager, Events (Durham, NC)
Durham, NC
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid, Senior Level
$65K/yr - $80K/yr
5+ years expFortrea is a company that focuses on strategic marketing initiatives, and they are seeking an Associate Marketing Manager for Events to support their marketing organization. This role involves planning and executing tradeshows and events, managing contracts, coordinating logistics, and overseeing budget management to align with the company's strategic objectives.
Clinical TrialsHealth Care
Hiring Manager
Lindsay Lonneberg
Responsibilities
Support the marketing team’s strategic objectives by curating impactful recommendations at relevant tradeshows and events
Manage contract negotiations for sponsorship agreements
Maintain a focused planning calendar of no fewer than 20 tradeshows and events for the year with potential for oversight of >20 additional tradeshows; coordinate and lead planning schedule for each event, ensuring deliverables and tactics are executed on within required deadlines
Coordinate with cross-functional departments to select appropriate planning leads based on the event's focus and our strategic goals
Support logistical tasks as needed, including but not limited to: registration, show service rentals, catering and hospitality, meeting room coordination and hotel block management
Oversee the budget for tradeshow and event attendance, ensuring cost-effectiveness and adherence to budgetary guidelines and limits
Ensure that all necessary materials, such promotional items, lead retrieval, and supplies are prepared and available for each event
Champion the post-event debrief process by collating, tracking, and reporting on critical metrics and outcomes. Lead debrief discussions with attendees to gauge feedback on participation
Support the Senior Event Manager by developing and steering Events team internal workstreams and processes to maintain the highest standards of support for the organization
Qualification
Required
Minimum 5 years of experience planning and executing tradeshows, conferences, and events
Proven experience in the tradeshow and convention space; knowledge of systems, terminology, and onsite logistics
Skilled independent contributor comfortable collaborating in a remote office environment
Exceptional organizational skills with a high-level attention to detail
Well-versed in managing multiple projects simultaneously while strictly adhering to required deadlines
Proficiencies in working across multiple project management tools and storage platforms such as: Outlook, Microsoft Teams, Smartsheet, and Sharepoint
Preferred
Experience supporting large, international tradeshows and meetings as well as regional, domestic conventions
Demonstrate excellent internal and external communication and interpersonal skills
A self-starter with a see it/own it/do it mentality who successfully contributes independently and as part of a larger team
Creative mindset with a passion for curating impactful event experiences
Proficiency with platforms including Smartsheet, Salesforce, and Zuant is preferred
Extensive working knowledge of MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, and SharePoint is desired
Experience supporting tradeshows and events in the healthcare, biotech, or pharma industry is preferred
Benefits
Medical
Dental
Vision
Life
STD/LTD
401(K)
ESPP
Paid time off (PTO) or Flexible time off (FTO)
Company bonus where applicable
Company
Fortrea
Fortrea is a provider of comprehensive Phase I through IV clinical trial management, clinical pharmacology, patient access solutions.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Anshul Thakral
Chief Executive Officer
Agnieszka Gallagher
General Counsel, Chief Compliance Officer and Corporate Secretary
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