Events Manager

Job Summary/PurposeThe Events Manager will work directly with the VP of Events & with our HQ Events department to execute our Prada Retail & Special Events in order to support all the commercial needs of the retail business in compliance with the Company's image and standards. The events will be based on the strategies set both locally and in partnership with HQ. Furthermore, the Events Manager will be responsible for executing events in the US and Canada, including but not limited to managing the budgets, timelines, reporting and analysis. ResponsibilitiesEvents/Special ProjectsCreate and distribute event proposals for retail events, image events, press events, and store openings in North America. Partner with HQ to uphold Prada Group standards/guidelines for all event and marketing activities in North America. Maintain annual budget reporting/calendar of eventsSend periodic updates to executives and HQ events dept.Schedule weekly meetings with general managers for opportunities for clientele and partnerships in the local communities.Schedule weekly meetings with partners in regional markets (Canada, Mexico, Brazil)Building and Maintaining relationships with vendors.Collaborate with legal to construct legal agreements with vendors.Individual event budget management.Maintain a detailed production schedule for each eventShare production timeline, floor plans, and run of show for all events with internal partner teams, (retail ops, CRM, Merch teams etc)Formulate retail events strategy to achieve goals set by Milan HQProduce and execute all elements of events including invitation verbiage and fulfillment, vendor management on site, supervising execution on-site including set-up and breakdownCollaboration with partners outside (local charities for example) and internal (CRM team) to promote new client acquisition by engaging guest attendance for regional and national image eventsAnalyze sales results, best practices, and other metrics to include in reporting on individual projects. Review Competitor reports in all markets to support the event proposal processBudgetTracking and creating budgets throughout the year for eventsCreates, manages, and keeps track of the PO process in SAP for all eventsKeeping finance aware of large disbursements and possible cash flow issues /Liaison to finance for all department functionsRequirements5 - 7 years of experience in Event Planning, preferably luxury retailPrior experience managing the budget process of events from start to finishPrior experience with planning tools: including Excel, PowerPoint, SAPAttention to detail, and strong written and oral communication skills.Must be proficient/advanced user in PowerPoint and Excel Must be extremely organized and detail orientedAbility to travel extensivelyThe annual salary range for this position may vary from $90,000 - $110,000, and if applicable, may be eligible for bonuses and other incentive opportunities. The rate of pay offered may vary based on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience.

Created: 2024-11-17