Experiential Manager (Luxury Automotive Client) (Driving Experience Program)

Octagon; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 75,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Unlimited PTO policy

Competitive medical/dental/vision insurance

Generous Family and Parental Leave Policy

401K program with company match

Mental Health resources

Job summary

A leading experiential marketing agency is seeking an Experiential Manager for a luxury automotive client in Chicago. The role involves planning and overseeing nationwide driving programs, managing teams, and developing strategic partnerships. Ideal candidates will have over 5 years of experience in an agency environment, with strong leadership and project management skills. This position offers unlimited PTO and comprehensive insurance packages.

Qualifications

• 5+ years agency/client experience.
• Willingness to work weekends and non-standard hours.
• Valid driver’s license and clean driving record.

Responsibilities

• Oversee program planning logistics and onsite activation.
• Develop a premium, engaging consumer experience.
• Manage program staff including full-time and part-time event staff.
• Develop key client relationships and execution upon deliverables.
• Serve as program lead onsite at select events.

Skills

Project management

Leadership

Client service skills

Strategic partnership management

Excellent communication

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Flexibility

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Experiential Manager (Luxury Automotive Client) (Driving Experience Program)

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The Experiential Manager will plan and oversee a combination of team management, event programming and strategic partnerships for nationwide driving programs providing premium vehicle experiences and test drives.

The EM will lead and develop multiple aspects of the program. Including, but not limited to, development of strategic partnerships, communications with internal stakeholders, development of communication materials, event logistics, personnel management.

We are looking for someone who is highly collaborative, is a self-starter, and is comfortable reporting to clients directly and leading weekly status calls. This position will report directly into an Experiential Director but we’ll be looking for a candidate who is able to work independently and is proactive in nature.

THE WORK YOU’LL DO

• Oversee program planning logistics and onsite activation
• Development of a premium, engaging, and exciting consumer experience
• Collaborate with program partners and vendors
• Oversee onsite logistics such as consumer relations, vendor relations, creative and overall event management
• Manage program staff including full-time staff and part-time event staff
• Schedule, train, and manage event product specialist teams
• Development of program guides and training materials for staff and program partners
• Develop key client relationships and responsible for execution upon deliverables
• Support analysis and assessment of all program vendors
• Serve as program lead onsite at select events
• Other related duties as assigned

WHO WE’RE LOOKING FOR

• Have a passion for and expertise in sports, entertainment, gaming, music and/or celebrity culture
• 5+ years agency/client experience
• Automotive industry and/or mobile tour experience would be a plus
• Ability to manage relationships with multiple internal/external partners
• Strategic partnership curation and management experience
• Effective leadership skills to manage and mentor full-time and limited-term program staff
• Excellent project management skills with the ability to manage tight deadlines, work under pressure, and manage budgets through reconciliation
• Excellent communication, writing, and client service skills
• Excellent organizational skills, attention to detail and the ability to multi-task
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite
• Willingness to work weekends and non-standard hours
• Valid driver’s license and clean driving record
• Flexibility and willingness to travel domestically and work weekends or holidays as needed.

WHAT WE OFFER

• Unlimited PTO policy
• Competitive medical/dental/vision insurance plans with FSA/HSA and Dependent Care FSA options.
• Generous Family and Parental Leave Policy (12 weeks)
• Access to our parent company (IPG) Savings plan (401K program) with company match as well as an Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)
• Pretax Transportation/Commuter Benefits and Parent Travel Program
• Dedicated Mental Health resources including Headspace membership, Employee Assistance Program (CCA) and more
• Discount portal for everyday goods and services
• Employee Resource Groups and inclusive diversity programming and initiatives
• Personal Development programs

Octagon is proud to be an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, citizenship, disability, protected veteran status, or any other basis prohibited by law.