Partnerships & Special Events Manager

Carmen's Group; Hamilton; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Performance-based incentive plan

Comprehensive benefits package

Paid vacation and emergency days

RRSP matching program

Professional development opportunities

Employee dining and venue discounts

Collaborative and entrepreneurial ثق

Job summary

Carmens Group in Hamilton, Ontario is seeking a Partnerships & Special Events Manager to lead partnerships, sponsorships, and vendor programs to drive revenue and strengthen the brand. You will build a preferred partner program, recruit vendors, create sponsorship packages, and plan Carmens Group-produced events across venues, including New Year’s Eve celebrations and seasonal activations.

Candidates should have 3-5+ years in related fields, strong negotiation and relationship-building skills,

Qualifications

• 3-5+ years in partnerships, sponsorships, sales, hospitality, events, or vendor management.
• Strong negotiation and relationship-building skills.
• Experience managing multiple projects simultaneously.
• Excellent organizational and communication abilities.
• Experience in hospitality, weddings, tourism, entertainment or events is a plus.
• Experience creating new revenue streams or growing partnership programs will stand out.

Responsibilities

• Develop and grow Carmens Group's Preferred Partner Program across multiple venues.
• Recruit and manage strategic vendor relationships including entertainment, décor, photography, DJs, and more.
• Create partnership packages, pricing models, sponsorship opportunities and value-added programs.
• Collaborate with Sales teams to maximize referrals and revenue opportunities.
• Plan and execute Carmens Group-produced events such as New Year's Eve celebrations, Mother's Day Brunches, Seasonal activations, Community events, and new concepts from idea through execution.
• Oversee budgets, vendor coordination, ticket sales strategies, marketing collaboration, operational planning and post-event analysis for internal events.
• Identify new corporate sponsors and community partners; manage sponsor relationships from proposal through fulfillment.
• Deliver measurable value that encourages long-term renewals.

Skills

Partnerships

Sponsorships

Sales

Vendor management

Networking

Negotiation

Job description

Partnerships & Special Events Manager

Salary: $60,000 - $75,000 + Performance Incentive Plan
Vacancy: Full-time, newly created position
AI Disclosure:We do not use artificial intelligence when screening or selecting applicants

At Carmens Group, we don't just host unforgettable events—we create them.

We're looking for an entrepreneurial, relationship-driven professional to lead one of the most exciting growth opportunities within our organization. As our Partnerships & Special Events Manager, you'll be responsible for developing strategic partnerships, creating sponsorship opportunities, growing our preferred vendor program, and producing signature events that generate revenue and strengthen our brand.

If you're energized by building relationships, negotiating win-win partnerships, bringing creative ideas to life, and seeing measurable business results, we'd love to meet you.

What You'll Be Doing

• Develop and grow Carmens Group's Preferred Partner Program across multiple venues.
• Recruit and manage strategic vendor relationships including entertainment, décor, photography, DJs, and more.
• Create partnership packages, pricing models, sponsorship opportunities and value-added programs.
• Collaborate with our Sales teams to maximize referrals and revenue opportunities.
• Own the planning and execution of Carmens Group-produced events such as:
  • New Year's Eve celebrations
  • Mother's Day Brunches
  • Seasonal activations
  • Community events
  • New event concepts from idea through execution
• Oversee budgets, vendor coordination, ticket sales strategies, marketing collaboration, operational planning and post-event analysis for internal events.
• Identify new corporate sponsors and community partners.
• Create sponsorship packages and activation opportunities.
• Manage sponsor relationships from proposal through fulfillment.
• Deliver measurable value that encourages long-term renewals.

What We're Looking For

You are someone who naturally builds relationships, thinks commercially, and enjoys turning ideas into profitable initiatives.

You'll likely have:

• 3-5+ years of experience in partnerships, sponsorships, sales, hospitality, events, business development or vendor management
• Strong negotiation and relationship-building skills
• Experience managing multiple projects simultaneously
• Excellent organizational and communication abilities
• A passion for creating memorable guest experiences
• Experience in hospitality, weddings, tourism, entertainment or events is considered an asset

Experience creating new revenue streams or growing partnership programs will make you stand out.

Why Join Carmens Group?

• Performance-based incentive plan
• Comprehensive benefits package
• Paid vacation and emergency days
• RRSP matching program
• Professional development opportunities
• Employee dining and venue discounts
• A collaborative and entrepreneurial culture
• The opportunity to make a visible impact across multiple brands

Carmens Group makes certain there is an equal employment opportunity for all employees and applicants for employment.

Carmens Group will strive to provide accommodation to persons with disabilities in the recruitment process upon request. If you are selected for an interview and you require accommodation due to a disability during the recruitment process, please notify People & Culture upon scheduling your interview.