Event Specialist

Gannett | USA TODAY NETWORK; Chattanooga (TN); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative media company is seeking an Event Specialist to join their dynamic team. This role involves organizing and managing logistics for various events, ensuring smooth operations and effective communication. You will assist in inventory management, packing, and shipping equipment, while also leading efforts to create memorable experiences for attendees. If you are passionate about the event industry and thrive in a fast-paced environment, this opportunity offers a chance to make a significant impact in connecting communities through engaging events.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of experience in the logistics industry.
• Excellent verbal communication and leadership skills.
• Ability to lift 40lbs without assistance.

Responsibilities

• Assist in organizing and implementing inventory strategies.
• Ensure accountability of inventory at events.
• Assist in packing and shipping supplies for events.

Skills

Logistics Management

Communication Skills

Leadership Abilities

Customer Service

Problem Solving

Education

High School Graduate/GED

Job description

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Gannett Co., Inc. (NYSE: GCI) is a diversified media company with expansive reach at the national and local level dedicated to empowering and enriching communities. We seek to inspire, inform, and connect audiences as a scalable, growth focused media and digital marketing solutions company. We endeavor to deliver essential content, marketing solutions, and experiences for curated audiences, advertisers, consumers, and stakeholders by leveraging our diverse teams and suite of products to enrich the local communities and businesses we serve. Our current portfolio of trusted media brands includes the USA TODAY NETWORK, comprised of the national publication, USA TODAY, and local media organizations in the United States, and Newsquest, a wholly-owned subsidiary operating in the United Kingdom. Our digital marketing solutions brand, LocaliQ, uses innovation and software to enable small and medium-sized businesses to grow, and USA TODAY NETWORK Ventures, our events division, creates impactful consumer engagements, promotions, and races. Gannett open roles are featured on various external job boards. When applying to a position at Gannett, you should be completing an application on Gannett Careers via Dayforce. Job postings directing you to complete an application on other external sites may not be valid. To connect with us, visit www.gannett.com

USA TODAY NETWORK Ventures creates impactful consumer engagements and experiences through world-class events, promotions, races and technology. We strive to exceed expectations, create unforgettable memories and drive value for our partners while leveraging our reputable institutions, including USA TODAY and more than 250 local media brands.

Our portfolio includes the largest high school sports recognition program in the country, USA TODAY High School Sports Awards, and other celebrated brands including the Official Community’s Choice Awards, American Influencer Awards, Rugged Maniac, Hot Chocolate 15k/5k, Blockbuster Bucket List sweepstakes, Amazing Teachers contest and more. Our events are managed with our proprietary ticketing and registration platform, EnMotive.

The events and promotions that we build inspire pride in local communities and connect local and national businesses with highly engaged audiences. We are an industry leader and drive results from coast to coast.

Competitive applicants must be able to multitask, are solutions oriented, and able to work in a high tempo work environment. Strong communication skills are required.

Responsibilities Include, But Are Not Limited To

• Assist warehouse manager in organizing, planning, and implementing inventory strategies.
• Assist warehouse manager in maintaining accountability of inventory in the warehouse and at events.
• Ensure schedules, tasks and objectives are met by contractors and hourly employees in the warehouse.
• Assist in packing and shipping packages and equipment – whether supplies for events or virtual event fulfillment.
• Assume responsibilities in the absence of the warehouse manager.
• Responsible for receiving shipments, stocking, accurate picking of shipment, packing, and shipping while meeting company standards of safety, quality, and productivity.
• Organize and properly pack boxes in preparation for shipping.
• Loading and unloading truck, and properly storing items in warehouse.
• Unload, break down, and store inbound shipments both at the warehouse and various events
• Perform other warehouse duties as needed.

Core Requirements

• 1-2 years of experience in logistics industry.
• Minimum High School Graduate/GED
• Excellent verbal communication, and the ability to convey information clearly and effectively
• Strong leadership abilities and initiative
• Be able to lift 40lbs without assistance
• Excellent delegator and mediator
• Great interpersonal skills and customer service
• Quick decision-making and problem-solving abilities
• Passionate and enthusiastic for the event industry
• Great work ethic
• Some travel to assist with events may be necessary
• Legal right to work in the United States