Field Market Manager

Job DetailsJob LocationChicago Office - Elk Grove Village, ILPosition TypeFull TimeEducation Level4 Year DegreeTravel PercentageUp to 50% Job ShiftDayDescriptionThe Field Market Manager's focus is to be onsite as the EventLink Manager for all local client events that take place in the market. At times events are held outside of this immediate area where travel may be required. Tasked with successfully staffing, implementing, and supervising campaigns which meet client objectives and expand company's portfolio.Responsibilities:Day-to-day, the Field Market Manager will be required to do all tasks relative to a project-based position, which includes the following, but not limited to:Attend and manage on-site events with our teams of Brand Ambassadors, Production Assistants, and Bartenders for all major activations and sponsorships for the clientLead staffing of all seasonal staff for all events for the client by completing timesheets and payroll accurately in accordance with EventLink's payroll scheduleManage the various local sales team requests which involves asset production, staffing, vendor sourcing and management, warehouse asset pickups, etc. Complete event recaps for the client as directed by the Account Services teamSupport the Account Services team on the project managementevent planning side of the account from start to finish. This includes but is not limited to:Development of concept deckspresentation according to the brand guidemarketing direction as provided by the clientBudget creation and tracking to ensure all project elements are includedTimeline creation to ensure all deadlines are metFinal project presentation available for clientsour team prior to project launch so everyone is aware of all programevent detailsReconcile all project budgets post-eventTrack and manage all financials of each project through our Teamwork system. This includes:Submitting vendorsupplier invoices and sponsorship fees due to a partner for a projectTrack and manage all project expenses through our Concur systemQualificationsEducation:Bachelor's Degree in Business, Marketing, Advertising, andor Communications.Experience:2-4 years of experience in the Event Industry is a plus2+ years of Field Management experience strongly preferred, with previous Management experience of some sort requiredRequirements:Ability to work alongside a team of professionals including our clients, internal EventLink teams, Partners, Vendors, Client Accounts, Client Brand Ambassadors, etc.Impeccable versatility, flexibility, and a willingness to work within constantly changing priorities with enthusiasmStrong ability to manage priorities and workflow to successfully complete any task at handExcellent written, verbal & presentation skillsExcellent skills in Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Box, Teamwork, Teams, PayCom, and Concur Highly organized with keen attention to detailAbility to determine when additional support is needed from the team and provide delegationStrong sense of awareness and great decision-making skillsSchedule:Able to travel to events that are within the required market. Out-of-market travel may be required at times.Must be flexible with work schedules

Created: 2025-02-17