Events, Partnerships and Activations Manager

Pedders Suspension & Brakes; City of Melbourne; Hybride; AUD 90 000 - 130 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Bonus structure

Part discounts via Pedders Perks app

Learning & Development support (up to

Résumé du poste

Pedders Suspension & Brakes is seeking an Events, Partnerships & Activations Manager to lead our national events and partnerships strategy. You will drive brand growth, engagement and commercial outcomes by overseeing events from Supercars to lifestyle exhibitions, while managing budgets, stakeholders and partners.

Reporting to the Senior Executive – Brand and Marketing, this full-time role offers a hybrid work model, benefits, and career development, with the opportunity to influence national

Qualifications

• 5+ years’ experience in events, sponsorships, partnerships, brand activations or marketing roles.
• Experience managing complex events, commercial partnerships and sponsorship programs.
• Strong commercial acumen with budgeting, forecasting, ROI measurement and value creation.

Responsabilités

• Develop and execute the national events and partnerships strategy to support brand, commercial and business objectives.
• Lead the delivery of trade shows, conferences, exhibitions, customer events and corporate activations.
• Manage event logistics, suppliers, budgets, assets and resources for seamless execution.
• Build and manage strategic partnerships, sponsorships and industry relationships to enhance visibility and growth.
• Evaluate new partnership opportunities and provide commercially focused recommendations.
• Negotiate and manage partnership agreements and deliverables.
• Develop activation campaigns that drive brand awareness and lead generation.
• Measure ROI and performance, identifying opportunities for improvement.
• Foster strong relationships with internal stakeholders, agencies and external partners.
• Ensure governance, compliance and brand standards across programs.

Connaissances

Event management

Sponsorships

Brand activations

Stakeholder engagement

Formation

Marketing / Business / Communications / Event Management degree

Outils

Microsoft Office

Project management software

Description du poste

Events, Partnerships and Activations Manager

$ + Super + Bonus + Learning Incentives + Parking

Pedders Suspension & Brakesis a proud Australian family-owned businesswith a long history, a strong future, and a solid association with motorsport.

With global presence and being renowned for our quality product range,we are the market leaders in the undercar space, and when you join us, you join a strong national network and ateamof high performers.

The Opportunity

Pedders is currently seeking an Events, Partnerships & Activations Manager to join our Marketing team on a full-time basis.

Reporting to the Senior Executive – Brand and Marketing, you will lead our events and partnerships strategy, driving brand growth, engagement and commercial outcomes.

Fuel excitement and drive brand visibility by overseeing our presence at Australia's most celebrated automotive and lifestyle events, from adrenaline-fuelled Supercars to leading 4x4 and adventure exhibitions.

Key Responsibilities

Develop and execute the national events and partnerships strategy to support brand, commercial and business objectives.

Lead the delivery of trade shows, conferences, exhibitions, customer events and corporate activations.

Manage event logistics, suppliers, budgets, assets and resources to ensure seamless execution.

Build and manage strategic partnerships, sponsorships and industry relationships that enhance brand visibility and growth.

Evaluate new partnership and sponsorship opportunities, providing commercially focused recommendations.

Negotiate and manage partnership agreements, ensuring contractual obligations and deliverables are achieved.

Develop integrated activation campaigns that drive brand awareness, customer engagement and lead generation.

Measure and report on event and partnership performance, ROI and commercial outcomes, identifying opportunities for improvement.

Foster strong relationships with internal stakeholders, agencies and external partners to deliver successful outcomes.

Ensure governance, compliance and brand standards are maintained while driving innovation and continuous improvement across all programs.

Why Join Pedders?

Bonus structure - recognition of your great performance and behaviours that align to our Pedders' values.

Our generous discounts on Pedder parts as well as other products and services through our Pedders Perks app which provides access to our rewards partners (retailers, utilities, insurance providers, petrol stations etc).

Learning & Development Initiative - we believe strongly in continuous learning and pay for up to 5% of your base salary each year towards approved professional development courses as well as up to 5 days paid L&D leave to undertake courses.

Reward and recognition program, in recognition for your outstanding performance and commitment to the Pedders values

Flexible, hybrid working conditions, with 2 days WFH and onsite parking for office days.

Generous employee referral program in recognition of referring suitable talent into Pedders

Service milestone recognition, celebrating your dedication and loyalty to Pedders

We provide a confidential and free of charge Employee Assistance Program, which offers one on one counselling sessions for employees and family members.

Health and wellbeing initiatives - annual flu shot, general health check-up and skin check, monthly coffee and donut days

We provide a clean, inclusive and safe working environment with family-centric values

What You Bring To The Team

Tertiary qualification in Marketing, Business, Communications, Event Management or a related discipline is preferred

Minimum of 5 years’ experience in events, sponsorships, partnerships, brand activations or marketing roles.

Demonstrated success managing complex events, commercial partnerships and sponsorship programs.

Strong commercial acumen with experience in budgeting, forecasting, ROI measurement and value creation.

Experience negotiating and managing supplier, agency and contractual relationships.

Ability to develop and execute event and partnership strategies aligned to business objectives.

Exceptional stakeholder engagement, influencing and relationship management skills.

Strong project management, analytical and communication skills, with proficiency in Microsoft Office and project management systems.

The ability and flexibility to work occasional weekends and travel, as required

What can I earn as an Activation Manager

Pedders Suspension & Brakes was founded in 1950 in Melbourne, Australia, operating as an entirely Australian family-owned business.

We are the only recognised brake, steering and suspension specialist globally that offers a full lifecycle – design, manufacturing, wholesaling, retailing and fitment – of its own brand of products through similarly branded outlets. We provide fully customised products and tailored solutions for a range of unique and diverse markets.

We currently have over 120 Pedders branded outlets throughout Australia comprising of stores and authorised dealerships and have a successful international distribution network. At Pedders, our people are our greatest asset.

Pedders Suspension & Brakes was founded in 1950 in Melbourne, Australia, operating as an entirely Australian family-owned business.

We are the only recognised brake, steering and suspension specialist globally that offers a full lifecycle – design, manufacturing, wholesaling, retailing and fitment – of its own brand of products through similarly branded outlets. We provide fully customised products and tailored solutions for a range of unique and diverse markets.

We currently have over 120 Pedders branded outlets throughout Australia comprising of stores and authorised dealerships and have a successful international distribution network. At Pedders, our people are our greatest asset.

Pedders Suspension & Brakes was founded in 1950 in Melbourne, Australia, operating as an entirely Australian family-owned business.

We are the only recognised brake, steering and suspension specialist globally that offers a full lifecycle – design, manufacturing, wholesaling, retailing and fitment – of its own brand of products through similarly branded outlets. We provide fully customised products and tailored solutions for a range of unique and diverse markets.

We currently have over 120 Pedders branded outlets throughout Australia comprising of stores and authorised dealerships and have a successful international distribution network. At Pedders, our people are our greatest asset.