Events and Shows Manager

2 weeks ago

Irvine, United States Kia America, Inc. Full time $92,768 - $128,882

At Kia, we’re creating award-winning products and redefining what value means in the automotive industry. It takes a special group of individuals to do what we do, and we do it together. Our culture is fast-paced, collaborative, and innovative. Our people thrive on thinking differently and challenging the status quo. We are creating something special here, a culture of learning and opportunity, where you can help Kia achieve big things and most importantly, feel passionate and connected to your work every day.

Kia provides team members with competitive benefits including premium paid medical, dental and vision coverage for you and your dependents, 401(k) plan matching of 100% up to 6% of the salary deferral, and paid time off. Kia also offers company lease and purchase programs, company-wide holiday shutdown, paid volunteer hours, and premium lifestyle amenities at our corporate campus in Irvine, California.

Status

Exempt

Summary
  • Support National Manager with respect to the Annual Auto Show Program, National Dealer Meeting and Event Recommendations, Plans and Execution.
  • Manage and support direct report with day-to-day operations, budgets, defined scope of work, contracts and overall planning of auto shows, meetings and events.
  • Interact with field/regional staff regarding Floorplans, regional messaging.
  • Work with the Vehicle Coordination and Company Vehicles team along with the Marketing teams to manage the vehicle ordering process through the regions.
  • Assist with lead generation and CRM initiatives.
  • Budget management skills & invoice processing, legal reviews, and scope of work development.
  • Analyze market/competitive data.
  • Coordinate presentations & overview decks.
  • Engage with the Social Media team to employ leverage activities.
Major Responsibilities

1st Priority - 45%

Auto Shows:
Support the planning of the Auto Show Season including selection of shows, markets, agency partner/s, arrange and secure the right model mix of vehicles, digital engagement tools (data capture) and overall reporting.

2nd Priority - 25%

Dealer Events:
Develop, organize, evaluate, and execute, all production and hospitality elements associated with Kia’s National Dealer Meeting and key dealer events; generate ideas to enhance/expand current offering.

3rd Priority - 20%

Experiential:
Support the planning of Auto Show Ride and Drive and other consumer-facing experiential initiatives. Work includes selection of agency partner’s, identifying appropriate shows/venues, arranging for and securing the right model mix of vehicles, data capture and overall reporting.

4th Priority - 10%

Assist Regions/DMGs with Ride and Drives and or display activations.

Education/Certification
  • Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Communications, Hospitality and Management.
  • Event Planning or CMP Credential is a plus.
Overall Experience
  • Minimum six to eight years in a marketing environment. Preferably within the Automotive Industry.
Other Requirements
  • Travel will be required domestically and/or internationally.
  • May need to work additional hours outside of normal business hours as required by the job, including weekends or holidays.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.
Directly Related Experience
  • Four to six years’ experience working within an auto show environment.
Skills
  • Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite – Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint
  • Detail-oriented and proactive
  • Ability to monitor budget
  • Ability to react to and anticipate delays/challenges
  • Must have excellent verbal and written communication skills
  • Excellent analytical & organizational skills
  • Strong interpersonal skills
Competencies
  • CHALLENGE - Solving Complex Problems
  • COLLABORATION - Building and Supporting Teams
  • SERVING CUSTOMERS
  • GLOBALITY - Showing Community and Social Responsibility
  • PEOPLE - Interacting with People at Different Levels
  • People Development
  • People Management
  • Adapting to Change
  • Championing Customer Needs
  • Communicating Effectively
  • Delivering High Quality Work
  • Entrepreneurial Thinking
  • Managing Resources

Pay Range

$92,768 - $128,882

Pay will be based on several variables that are unique to each candidate, including but not limited to, job-related skills, experience, relevant education or training, etc.

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