BRAND HOME EVENT PLANNER - ANGELS ENVY

About the position

The Angel's Envy Brand Home Event Planner reports to the Brand Home Activation Manager and is primarily responsible for effectively delivering first-class distillery events and brand experiences as aligned by annual budget. This role is accountable for achieving annual budget plans for events through organized sales, contract negotiation, and marketing activities. In addition, the role is accountable for the successful coordination of both internal and external events benefiting the brand and producing positive, lasting relationships with both clients and industry partners within the local environment.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with the Bar and Events Manager and Senior Sales & Marketing Manager to provide expert advice on planning events.
• Own and lead a full range of best-in-class events and experiences at the Angel's Envy Distillery from concept to completion.
• Negotiate all elements of client contracts on behalf of the Company.
• Build and maintain successful client and industry partner relationships.
• Oversee client experiences from conception through post-event review.
• Manage internal Bacardi teams and external clients and vendors for event execution.
• Plan and orchestrate all logistics for events, including contract negotiations, guest lists, venue preparation, and more.
• Resolve issues, problems, or complaints from clients or their guests.
• Develop and implement internal and external communications plans for event execution.
• Proactively develop and continuously improve event protocols and checklists.
• Ensure compliance with legal, insurance, and health and safety obligations in event execution.
• Manage client event budgets from initial concepts to contract completion.
• Consult with and provide guidance to other members of Events Management regarding best practices.

Requirements

• BA or Post-secondary education in Event Management, Marketing, Communications, Business, or sufficient experience.
• 2+ years of event coordinating experience.
• MS Office proficiency.
• Flexibility to work varied schedule including weekends, nights, and holidays.
• Experience in hospitality, tourism, or related field.
• Ability to problem solve and multitask.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
• Professional demeanor.
• Ability to lift up to 25 pounds occasionally.

Nice-to-haves

• Proven event management experience with a portfolio of previously managed events.
• Sales skills and ability to build productive business relationships.
• Excellent interpersonal skills both in person and by phone.
• Ability to learn and effectively use event management software.