Global Events Manager — Travel‑Heavy, ROI‑Driven

Jazwares; Glasgow; Hybrid; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

100% company-paid medical insurance

401(K) retirement matching

Flexible work schedule

Tuition reimbursement

Opportunity for community service volunteering

Job summary

Jazwares is seeking a Global Events Manager in Glasgow to lead the planning and execution of domestic and international events. This role involves collaborating with various teams to ensure successful event logistics, managing budgets, and evaluating event effectiveness.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in event management and over 3 years of experience, particularly within the toy industry. The position offers benefits including medical insurance and a flexible work schedule.

Qualifications

• Over 3 years of proven experience in event management.
• Ability to multitask and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Suite and Google Drive.

Responsibilities

• Lead the end-to-end execution of global events.
• Coordinate with teams to define event goals and budgets.
• Conduct post-event evaluations and analysis.

Skills

Project Management

Interpersonal Skills

Communication Skills

Event Management

Microsoft Suite Proficiency

Google Drive Proficiency

Education

Bachelor's degree in event management or related field

Job description

As the Tradeshow Events Manager, you'll lead the end-to-end planning, design, and execution of a select portfolio of domestic and international events. In this role, you will collaborate with cross-functional and international teams to align brand messaging, manage budgets, and oversee on-site logistics from setup to teardown.

What You Will Do:

• Manage the end-to-end execution of global events, ensuring seamless logistics, on-site coordination, and effective communication.
• Coordinate with cross-functional teams to define event goals, budgets, timelines, and deliverables.
• Work closely with the marketing and creative services teams to develop engaging event collateral, promotional materials, and presentations.
• Establish and maintain relationships with key industry partners, exhibitors, and event organizers.
• Collaborate with internal departments, including product development, sales, and marketing, to ensure alignment and maximum impact at events.
• Liaise with international teams and external agencies to ensure consistent brand messaging and execution across different markets.
• Conduct post-event evaluations and analysis to measure the effectiveness of events and identify areas for improvement.
• Prepare comprehensive reports summarizing event outcomes, including ROI, attendee feedback, and key learnings.
• Recommend innovative ideas and strategies to enhance future event experiences and drive business growth.
• Provide on-site support during events, including set-up, tear-down, and problem-solving as needed.
• Provide guidance and support to junior staff.
• Performs other tasks as assigned.

Manages People: No

What We Are Looking For:

• 3 + years of proven experience event management, preferably within the toy industry or a related consumer products sector.
• Strong project management skills, with the ability to multitask, prioritize, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Must have ability to work well in fast-paced and changing environment, as an effective multi-tasker.
• Effective managerial skills with the ability to train and inspire a team.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Demonstrated ability to build and maintain relationships with internal teams, external partners, and industry stakeholders.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Suite and Google Drive.
• Ability to travel domestically and internationally up to 50% of the time.
• Ability to deal effectively with diverse individuals at all organizational levels

Nice To Have:

• Bachelor's degree required in event management or other related field is a plus

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee, but provide the primary duties and responsibilities of the role. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change, or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.

What we offer:

The base salary may vary based on experience, role tenure, performance, industry, and location. Eligibility for the annual performance incentive may apply. Jazwares is a multi-state employer, so the salary range may not apply to other states.

Our benefits package includes basic medical insurance that is 100% company-paid for employees and their children, employee basic life and AD&D insurance, a 401(K) retirement program with Jazwares matching up to 4% of pretax or post-tax deferrals, short and long-term disability, and tuition reimbursement.

Our work environment provides a flexible work schedule that includes a Monday through Thursday on-site, with an optional WFH on Fridays, up to 20 workdays fully remote each year, and Time Off for vacation and sick leave. Through Jazwares Cares, you will have the opportunity to volunteer for up to 16 hours a year on community service projects.

Reasonable Accommodations

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Working at Jazwares

At Jazwares, we believe an innovative idea can come from anywhere and anyone. Through our three pillars, we foster innovation and encourage creativity in every area of our business.

• Passion: Our conviction and enthusiasm show in our products, relationships, and commitment to our community.
• Collaboration: We share one vision worldwide, constantly striving to improve and innovate together.
• Humility: We recognize the value in others and treat everyone with respect. Our strength lies in our people and talent.

Don't miss out on this extraordinary opportunity to be part of the fastest-growing toy company in the industry. Connect with us today, and let's shape the future of play together!

JAZWARES is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, sex, religion, national or ethnic origin, citizenship status, ancestry, disability, age, military status, marital status, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by law. Jazwares is committed to providing reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities.

Who We Are

Jazwares, a Berkshire Hathaway company, is a leading global toy manufacturer with a robust portfolio of owned and licensed brands. Founded in 1997, Jazwares celebrates imaginative play with a progressive focus on identifying new and relevant trends to transform into high-quality products for consumers of all ages. Jazwares engages consumers through innovative play experiences with popular brands such as Squishmallows™, Pokémon™, Hello Kitty™, Star Wars™, Five Nights at Freddy’s™, Disney™, BumBumz™, and BLDR™. In addition to toys, offerings include costumes, games, and pillows. Headquartered in Plantation, Florida, Jazwares has offices worldwide and sells its products in over 100 countries. For more information, visit www.jazwares.com and follow us on LinkedIn , X , Instagram , and Facebook .

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