Consumer Engagement Manager - Kansas City

The Consumer Engagement Manager is responsible for the management and execution of Monster Energy's brand portfolio sampling and local marketing initiatives within a defined market. This role reports to the Regional Field Manager and is accountable for growing brand awareness and loyalty. The CEM manages a schedule of part time Ambassadors and a Sr. Ambassador (not applicable in all geographies). The CEM's time is split between administrative responsibilities that include scheduling and recaps, as well as in-market coaching, merchandising, and sampling support with Ambassadors. CEM's should be spending 70% of their time in the market in the field with their teams. In addition to sampling support for all major national & local events the CEM will need to cultivate additional local market sampling opportunities. The CEM will also contribute to the local "Marketing Plan". This input will help mold & shape the greater local Marketing plan spearheaded by the Field Marketing Manager.

Essential Job Functions:

Consumer Engagement Managers will have several Roles and Responsibilities including, but not limited to the following:

• Collaborates with Monster, Rehab, Java, other MEC Brand Managers, local sales team, and Field Marketing Managers (FMM) to customize and execute events/programs aligned with the brands' sampling platforms.

• Provides consistent direction, coaching, and communication to maintain brand accuracy in the Monster brand experiences and sampling.

• Recruit, hire, train, and manage part time Ambassadors.

• Research, secure, and manage execution of local events and partnerships.

• Plan and manage all aspects of the event planning process: pre, during, and post duties including: personnel, product delivery/distribution, transportation, supplies, contracts, insurance, permits.

• Increase market knowledge and identify various groups and organizations with the targeted demographic in which to partner.

• Diligently prepares ambassadors for superior customer interactions and flawless event executions.

• Leads direction of and oversees brand accuracy in event and partnership execution.

• Actively participates in all regional events with ambassadors.

• Execute strategic directions and manage the goals for the assigned region/market.

• Adhere to deadlines for administrative tasks including, but not limited to, reporting and recapping data for the region.

• Assists in the planning and drives the execution of marketing events and programs.

• Respond in a timely manner to Director and Regional Field Manager.

• Manage payroll and timesheets.

• Maintaining company assets (Storage Facilities, Inventory, Vehicles, Equipment).

Position Requirements:

• 2+ years of Event Marketing/Grassroots/Special Event/Promotions and Team Management experience.

• Must have a valid Driver's License and clean driving record (as will, at times, drive company provided vehicle).

• Excellent problem solving skills and critical thinker.

• Ability to match your field team to best represent your market.

• Professional demeanor and excellent oral communication skills.

• Entrepreneurial and adaptable to changing environments.

• Strong organizational and time management skills with ability to manage multiple tasks.

• Proficient in Word, PowerPoint, Outlook & Excel, in addition to internet usage.

• Ability to learn and use new technology that is associated with the job.

• Self-Motivated with a can-do attitude.

• Ability to travel 50%+ of the year within the assigned region and ability to work on weekends and evenings.

• Must be able to lift and/or move up to 40 pounds.

• Must be able to pass a background check/drug screening.

Base Pay Range: $54k - $72k