Trade Show Manager manages the execution and logistics of trade shows and exhibitions to achieve business objectives. Develops and manages a comprehensive event project plan for all setup tasks, promotional items, literature, bookings, and other details. Being a Trade Show Manager approves the design, layout, cost estimates, and construction of exhibits and displays. Negotiates with vendors and service providers for best arrangements within budget. Additionally, Trade Show Manager may require a bachelor's degree. Typically reports to a head of a unit/department. The Trade Show Manager supervises a group of primarily para-professional level staffs. May also be a level above a supervisor within high volume administrative/ production environments. Makes day-to-day decisions within or for a group/small department. Has some authority for personnel actions. To be a Trade Show Manager typically requires 3-5 years experience in the related area as an individual contributor. Thorough knowledge of functional area and department processes. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
Dreaming big is in our DNA. It’s who we are as a company. It’s our culture. It’s our heritage. And more than ever, it’s our future. A future where we’re always looking forward. Always serving up new ways to meet life’s moments. A future where we keep dreaming bigger. We look for people with passion, talent, and curiosity, and provide them with the teammates, resources and opportunities to unleash their full potential. The power we create together – when we combine your strengths with ours – is unstoppable. Are you ready to join a team that dreams as big as you do?
SALARY: $100,000 - $118,750, bonus and long-term incentive eligible
COMPANY:
Michelob ULTRA. Cutwater Spirits. Budweiser. Kona Brewing Co. Stella Artois. Bud Light. That’s right, over 100 of America’s most loved brands, to be exact. But there’s so much more to us than our top-notch portfolio of beers, seltzers, and more. We are powered by a 19,000-strong team that shares our passion to create a future with more cheers. We look for people with talent, curiosity, and commitment and provide the teammates, resources and opportunities to unleash their full potential. The power we create together – when we combine your strengths with ours – is unstoppable. Are you ready to join a team that dreams as big as you do?
ROLE SUMMARY:
The Trade Marketing Manager (TMM) has the coolest job in town. They are known across wholesalers, retailers and partners as the person who brings our brand portfolio to life across events, venues and retail. They are organized, communicative, creative and want to operate on a slightly non-traditional work week because they will have later nights and weekends than most.
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:
Developing plans and tailored playbooks for all channels against their local properties and events
Mobilizing brand planning
Sampling execution
Event and venue activations across territory
Ticket management
Resort / Destination planning and execution (where applicable)
Works with Experiential Team to inform professional or Tier 1 sponsorships
Owns local event sponsorship negotiations and territory specific budget that includes rights fees and activation funds
Ensures mobile asset requests are complete and aligned with brands / events
Supports Venue CAPEX execution in their market with direction from CSO and visibility for On-Premise team
Works closely with their top wholesalers where they have properties and activation budgets to ensure clarity of execution against their plans
Supports the execution of On-Premise plans
BET Team Captain (where applicable)
Manage the implementation of brand programming within the off-premise channel to deliver volume and share growth
Manage the ROI for channel programs
Communicate results and priorities weekly/monthly
Coach and mentor Trade Activation Managers and wholesaler sales teams
Direct channel specific pilots; manage optimization of each channel's key levers
Cascade annual/trimester channel blueprint (Initiatives and Programs)
KPI's - Channel volume, share, program execution, distribution
JOB QUALIFICATIONS:
Required:
Bachelor's Degree
5-7 years sales and/or marketing experience
In-depth knowledge of regional marketing and sales organization
Strong communication skills, both internal and external
Proficiency in PowerPoint, Excel and internal system tools
Must possess an in-depth knowledge of the Off-Premise Channel
Preferred:
MBA/Advanced Degree
Willingness to relocate for future opportunities
Beer/alcohol industry knowledge
WHY ANHEUSER-BUSCH:
Anheuser-Busch has always dreamed big. It’s who we are as a company. It’s our culture. It’s our heritage. And more than ever, it’s our future. A future where we’re always looking forward. Always serving up new ways to meet life’s moments. A future where we keep dreaming bigger. To reimagine what a beer company can be. And what, together with our people and our partners, Anheuser-Busch can do. Our collective impact is significant. Over the last decade alone, we have contributed more than $400 million to charitable organizations that support our communities, provided over 90 million cans of emergency drinking water, and, together with our wholesaler partners, invested more than $1 billion into responsible drinking initiatives. At the heart of these investments is our shared commitment to community – providing opportunity for our people, lifting our neighbors, and making a meaningful difference in the world. This future is our purpose. A future that everyone can celebrate, and everyone can share in. A future with more cheers.
BENEFITS:
Health benefits including Medical, Dental, Vision, Wellness and Tax-Advantaged Savings and Spending Accounts
Life Insurance and Disability Income Protection
Generous Parental Leave and FMLA policies
401(k) Retirement Savings options with a company matching contribution
Chance to work in a fast-paced environment among a company of owners
Free Beer!
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