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Part-time Trade Show Assistant

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Date: Jun 19, 2024

Location: Carrollton, GA, US, 30119

Company: Southwire Company LLC

A leader in technology and innovation, Southwire Company, LLC is one of North America’s largest wire and cable producers. Southwire and its subsidiaries manufacture building wire and cable, utility products, metal-clad cable, portable and electronic cord products, OEM wire products and engineered products. In addition, Southwire supplies assembled products, contractor equipment, electrical components, hand tools and jobsite power and lighting solutions. The company also offers digital solutions including contractor planning and utility grid resiliency as well as field services including cable testing, rejuvenation and replacement to support our customers as a value-add partner. We are proud to offer competitive compensation, employee benefits, tuition reimbursement and unlimited growth opportunities. Our more than seven decades of progressive growth can be attributed to our determination to developing innovative systems and solutions, exercising environmental stewardship and enhancing the well-being of the communities in which we work and live. How will you power what’s possible?

Job Description

The Trade Show Assistant is instrumental in coordinating the show properties & products, packing and shipping of the

booth, and sales support materials. This position requires cross-functional coordination between sales groups, marketing

teams, and product management teams, as well as interaction with outside resources to deliver marketing assets while

meeting required deadlines and budget constraints.

Key Responsibilities

· Responsible for assisting in day-to-day activities associated with managing integrated marketing activities for

Trade Shows trade show planning.

· Develop trade show-specific marketing plans to promote the Southwire brand and assist the different divisions

in meeting sales and profitability goals.

· Assist in developing and writing communications plans and the planning process using various tools

(e.g., excel spreadsheets, marketing updates, face-to-face meetings, teleconferencing, webinars).

· Communicate reports for use by internal groups, outside agencies, or suppliers (e.g., exhibit houses, advertising,

media, and promotions).

· Apply basic marketing concepts and operating strategies (e.g., brand positioning, competitive assessment,

marketing objectives/strategies, market segmentation, media planning, online customer promotions, ROI,

estimating, and creative development process) and assist with online and social media campaigns for trade shows.

· Pack and ship products/displays for trade shows.

· Maintain a working knowledge of Southwire product lines.

· communicate concepts via oral presentations to groups.

· Monitor expenditures to keep within budgeted amounts.

Required Education, Experience, and Skills

Minimum Education Level: Associates

Years of Experience: 1-3

Preferred Education, Experience, and Skills

Minimum Education Level: Associates

Other Preferred Skills, Licenses, & Certificates:

· Proficient presentation, project management, analytical, and communication skills required.

· Willingness to travel is required – up to 50% · Ability to lift to 40 pounds required.

· Understanding of the creative development, design, and production process related to trade shows.

· Proficient software skills in Microsoft Office, Basware, SAP, Sales Force, Microsoft Teams, and Zoom preferred.

· Previous experience with drawing /design software preferred.

· Previous budget and vendor management experience preferred. · Consumer marketing and merchandising experience is a plus.

Reports To (Supervisor Title): Trade Show Manager

Does this role Manage Southwire Team Members? No

Scope: Multiple Locations

Travel: Domestic % of Time: Up to 50%

Workplace Setting: Hybrid (2-3 days a week On-Site)

Benefits We Offer:

• 401k with Matching & Pension Plan (Eligible for Pension after 1,000 Hours Worked)

• Medical Insurance Package if Working 30 Hours per Week

• Flexible Work Schedule – up to 30 hours per Week

• Employee Assistance Program

• Advancement & Professional Growth opportunities

• & More

Southwire is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Nearest Major Market: Atlanta

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