Global Events Coordinator

About the Role: The Global Events Coordinator is responsible for strategy, planning, organization, execution and budget tracking of all Aviat in-person tradeshows, conferences, seminars, roadshows and online events on a global basis. The candidate will also ensure that all events are tightly integrated with Aviat Demand- and Lead-Generation campaigns, objectives and KPI's.

Responsibilities:

• Plan, manage and execute all aspects of Aviat Networks events including tradeshows, seminars, conferences, roadshows and customer webinars on a global basis. This includes but is not limited to:

• Manage vendor relationships;

• Coordinate detailed events logistics, orders and payments;

• Securing event locations, selecting convention booth space;

• Managing booth exhibit design, theme and graphics creative needs for banners, backdrops, etc;

• Arranging for audiovisual requirements;

• Coordinating invitations, online and social media promotions;

• Coordinating catering and giveaways;

• Shipping event materials, and other arrangements as necessary.

• Manage operational planning for key events, including reviews meetings, pre- and post-event reports, booth schedules, show guides and lead/prospect goals and objectives.

• Coordinate with the Manager, Lead Management to collect, sort and report all leads from events, webinars and roadshows. Create summary management reports as required.

• Manage in-house or contract help for organization of smaller regional events.

• Provide support and coordination of internal online events, such as Sales Connect webinar training sessions, as required.

• Manage events budgets to annual plan. Negotiate contracts with venues and vendors to meet business needs and keep costs within budget.

• Other assigned Marketing duties as required by business needs.

• Some travel will be required to attend events within the United States/Canada.

Qualifications & Competencies:

• University/college qualification to bachelor's degree level.

• Previous marketing experience in a B2B environment is preferred.

• Excellent project management and organizational skills, with attention to detail.

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite.

• Able to work in a fast-paced environment with shifting priorities and directions.

• Able to diplomatically handle challenging situations and internal/external stakeholders, including vendor relationships.

• Strong listening and written communication skills.

• Engaged, motivated and success driven.

• This job requires flexibility to occasionally work outside of typical business hours, including evenings, weekends, and holidays as it relates to the need of the job.

• This job may include the moving, handling, and/or carrying of heavy materials up to 40 pounds.