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SalaryOverview:
What You'll Do:
Specific responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
SALES TEAM SUPPORT –
What We're Looking For :
Other qualifications include:
What We’ll Provide
The Wilson global headquarters is located in the vibrant, sports-centric city of Chicago with first-class access to a burgeoning creative, innovative, energetic and active professional community. We offer an open, collaborative, high tech work environment with best in class amenities and perks, including:
Passion. Creativity. Integrity. Teamwork. Ambition. Innovation. These are the qualities that have made Wilson Sporting Goods Co. the number one sports equipment brand in the world. And these are the qualities that our global team embodies every day as we pursue one shared bold mission: to ignite the true potential in every athlete.
We know that great people are what makes our brand great. We know that teams who bring a variety of skill sets, experiences and perspectives to challenge the status quo and create game-changing product means we are doing right by the athletes and coaches we serve. And that’s why we work with each member of our team to help them dream, discover, grow and realize their own full potential.
Evolving the sports world and being the best partner for players is no small task. We are continually looking to add hard-working, ambitious, team-first individuals who desire to make a difference —and who love to help others win. Join us.
What You'll Do:
The Project Manager, Events works collaboratively with key stakeholders across the business, develops an understanding of each area’s needs and objectives transforms those into events that are impactful and engaging. A primary component of the role is to ideate, plan, coordinate, and execute all key Omni-channel meetings and events. Secondary focus involves additional coordination and support activities for the Sales teams.
Specific responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
- Event Planning & Execution – Sales Meetings, Sales Field/Regional Events, Customer Meetings & Events, Internal Sales Support Meetings
- Sales Teams/Sales Operations Support as needed
SALES EVENT PLANNING & EXECUTION –
- Curate an engaging and impactful event in partnership with the related internal team(s).
- Develop and manage a calendar and planning timelines for all omni-channel related events
- Create and establish a vision and purpose for each event in partnership with the requesting internal team(s)
- Identify appropriate location(s) and venue(s) for each event based on all relevant factors (number of attendees, purpose of the event, as well as the appropriateness of the event for the venue, time of year, etc.)
- Plan and facilitate logistics for all events including contract negotiations, guest lists, venue preparation, presentation materials, security, catering, entertainment, transportation, equipment, decor, and needed marketing materials
- Execute the event or provide expert knowledge and support in planning and execution needed for an event led by/in partnership with key collaborators
- Establish processes and timelines that scale to enable future streamlined event management
- Develop methods for soliciting feedback and measuring the impact of each event, share findings with key stakeholders and leverage learnings for future development
- Establish and maintain vendor relationships to execute and support the events. Foster ongoing relationships through partnership, proper account tracking, and payment processing.
- Maintain and build a comprehensive database of industry contacts, vendors, and venues
- Define and manage budgets and timeline for execution of the events, in partnership with internal teams
- Develop partnership, alignment, and best practices with other key collaborators within Wilson
- Comply with legal, insurance, health, and safety regulations always
SALES TEAM SUPPORT –
- Support the sales teams in key projects to provide consistency, reliability, and efficiency.
- Advise and support the Sales Meeting Budget process across the business units.
- Flow to work support for Sales Team/Sales Operations as needed.
What We're Looking For :
This position requires a bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Communications, or a related field and 3+ years of experience in event planning and execution.
Other qualifications include:
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
- Skilled in organization and planning; including multitasking, time management, and meticulous attention to detail
- Experience in budgeting and negotiation
- Proven capability in maintaining and building enriching business relationships
- Demonstrated ability to collaborate across functions to achieve company and business-unit objectives
- Ability to lift boxes up to 25lbs.
- Ability and willingness to travel 10-15%
What We’ll Provide
The Wilson global headquarters is located in the vibrant, sports-centric city of Chicago with first-class access to a burgeoning creative, innovative, energetic and active professional community. We offer an open, collaborative, high tech work environment with best in class amenities and perks, including:
- Medical, dental and vision
- Pre-tax transit discounts
- 401(k) with company match
- Life insurance
- Paid maternity/paternity leave
- Professional development opportunities
- Volunteering programs
- Team building outings
- Discounts on Wilson and Amer Sports products
- Smart casual dress (yes, jeans every day!)
- Summer hours
- Company-sponsored sports leagues/teams
- Fun, active company outings around major sports events
Wilson Sporting Goods Co. is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, protected veteran status, disability, or any other legally protected characteristics.
Benefits
Paid parental leave, Health insurance, Dental insurance, Parental leave, Vision insurance, 401(k) matching, Life insurance
