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Yokohama Tire Events and Sponsorship Specialist in Santa Ana, California
This role supports in the coordination and execution of various Marketing activities with an emphasis on event planning and execution. In addition to event programs, this role will support both Partnerships and sponsored roster of Team Yokohama athletes. Ultimately you are a doer, with high drive and strong sense of accountability. This is a highly cross-functional role that requires close partnership across many teams including Sales, Motorsports, Product Planning and all aspects of Marketing functions. The candidate must be able to thrive in a fast-moving and dynamic environment.
What are we looking for in a candidate?
Event Planner: Someone who knows how to plan and execute an event from A-Z
Creative: Your creativity will be a key driver in the development of content that is on brand, creative and sharable for both Yokohama channels and its partners/athletes.
Strong Collaborator: You strive to partner with stakeholders for a win-win. You live on the cutting edge of the industry, always looking for opportunities to grow and share.
Results-Oriented: highly motivated, hands-on leader able to participate in a vision to drive change internally
Overall event pre-planning including, but not limited to: research, vendor selection, communication, asset planning & logistics, display artwork, ordering items, and supplies.
Work with brand team, graphic agency and partners to develop event product display look/feel, print collateral and overall event display flow
Onsite management of setup through execution of event or display opportunity
Ensures all key stakeholders are briefed and updated appropriately along each phase of the event- event selection/strategy, planning, and on site plan.
Gathers information & feedback from stakeholders for post Event Recaps for Marquee events focused on execution overview and optimization
Department support with reservations, hotel bookings and travel coordination for team and athletes
Support the Sponsorship & Partnership Specialist with the delivery of on-site activations as it relates to partnership integration, content creation and digital platforms
Flexibility to act as a utility player, ready to step in with an open mind to support program execution whether that is in Product Marketing, Motorsport series and corporate Brand Marketing programs.
Research & report on Marketing department strategic initiatives- new events, sponsorships, areas of sales growth, etc.
Meet professional obligations through efficient work habits such as, meeting deadlines, honoring schedules, coordinating resources and meetings in an effective and timely manner, and demonstrate respect for others
Act as department administration and assist on day-to-day tasks as required
Assist with overall Product Marketing’s budget, PO & invoicing platform
Experience with events and/or tradeshow planning and execution
Knowledge of budgeting, invoicing processes
Organization- keeping your team informed, adhering to timelines, budgets, and appointments as well as keeping important documents and information organized
Excellent verbal and written communications skills
Ability to work as part of a team or independently
Ability to work long hours with minimal supervision
Ability to problem solving and think ahead
Light lifting required
Microsoft Office Proficiency (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
Ability to Travel 50%+ primarily on weekends
Knowledge of car culture & motorsports is preferred
Bachelor’s degree in Marketing or related field
Minimum of 2 years related experience in Marketing (related industry preferred), event management and/or motorsports industry relevant experience
Requisition ID: 2023-1806
Street: 1 MacArthur Place
Remote / Hybrid: Yes
Postable Min (min of targeted range): USD $70,000.00/Yr.
Postable Max (max of targeted range): USD $76,000.00/Yr.
Summary:
This role supports in the coordination and execution of various Marketing activities with an emphasis on event planning and execution. In addition to event programs, this role will support both Partnerships and sponsored roster of Team Yokohama athletes. Ultimately you are a doer, with high drive and strong sense of accountability. This is a highly cross-functional role that requires close partnership across many teams including Sales, Motorsports, Product Planning and all aspects of Marketing functions. The candidate must be able to thrive in a fast-moving and dynamic environment.
What are we looking for in a candidate?
Event Planner: Someone who knows how to plan and execute an event from A-Z
Creative: Your creativity will be a key driver in the development of content that is on brand, creative and sharable for both Yokohama channels and its partners/athletes.
Strong Collaborator: You strive to partner with stakeholders for a win-win. You live on the cutting edge of the industry, always looking for opportunities to grow and share.
Results-Oriented: highly motivated, hands-on leader able to participate in a vision to drive change internally
Knowledge and Skills:
Experience with events and/or tradeshow planning and execution
Knowledge of budgeting, invoicing processes
Organization- keeping your team informed, adhering to timelines, budgets, and appointments as well as keeping important documents and information organized
Excellent verbal and written communications skills
Ability to work as part of a team or independently
Ability to work long hours with minimal supervision
Ability to problem solving and think ahead
Light lifting required
Microsoft Office Proficiency (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
Ability to Travel 50%+ primarily on weekends
Knowledge of car culture & motorsports is preferred
Education and Experience:
Bachelor’s degree in Marketing or related field
Minimum of 2 years related experience in Marketing (related industry preferred), event management and/or motorsports industry relevant experience