Events & Marketing Programs Manager

at  Iridium Satellite LLC

Company Overview:
Iridium is an award-winning and innovative satellite communications company with bragging rights to the only network that offers voice and data connectivity anywhere in the world. For over 20 years, Iridium’s unique network and services have supported critical communications needs for individuals, businesses, and the evolving Internet of Things.
At Iridium, we understand the importance of staying connected and the limitations of traditional communications networks. People across the globe, including first responders, humanitarians, global militaries, scientific researchers, and lone workers, as well as ships, aircraft and remote operations all rely on Iridium to stay connected. We take our responsibility for providing these essential communications very seriously and pride ourselves on offering a reliable lifeline when needed. Likewise, Iridium is committed to providing an exciting and innovative workplace, where employees are challenged to think outside the box and collaborate on new, bold ideas and solutions. Our talented teams are passionate about their work and the impact our company makes around the world. Iridium fosters an empowering and inclusive culture that allows employees to genuinely be their best selves. We are looking for others who want to join this truly unique company that celebrates our employees and provides the opportunity to truly make a difference in the world.
Position Summary, Job Requirements & Responsibilities:

WHAT YOU’LL NEED TO SUCCEED:

• Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Communications, Event Management, Hospitality, or a related field
• 8+ years of demonstrated experience in event production and coordination, showcasing a track record of successful event execution
• Previous management experience required
• Strong knowledge of event planning concepts, principles, and practices
• Ability to stay current with industry trends, best practices, and benchmarks
• Capable of being a strong motivator and source of direction for your team and role modelling commitment to your team’s goals
• A “roll up the sleeves and get it done” approach; must be able to work independently
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to clearly convey products, deliverables, analyses, and/or issues to groups outside of your team
• Possess an analytical mindset, with the ability to understand a situation or problem and think critically to make decisions or come up with out-of-the-box solutions
• Be proactive in providing feedback and be enthusiastic in sharing your knowledge with others
• Have confidence and be able to establish valuable relationships with others
• Must be able to prioritize key tasks and have a strong sense of ownership over your work
• Be active in seeking out ways to continuously improve yourself and gain new knowledge

• Foster and develop a highly effective team where accountability and clear communication is demonstrated daily
• Mentor and train your team by performing regular check-ins, discussing career growth opportunities, giving constructive feedback, and managing conflict when necessary
• Responsible for the development and implementation of a global and regional events calendar, ensuring resources are utilized in a manner that provides the greatest return to the organization
• Ensure all events are planned in conjunction with the corporate objectives and capture the attention of the intended audience and media
• Manage the execution of each event, ensuring all details are implemented in a creative, timely and cost efficient manner
• Develop marketing programs at a regional and global level that address key target markets, customers and stakeholders, including online and offline materials, events, etc.
• Direct the collateral development program, including the writing and coordination of all promotional documentation including: brochures, marketing slicks, videos, presentations, online marketing tools, giveaways, sales materials, partner materials, etc.
• Manage and execute projects and marketing plans intended to maximize company exposure and produce sales leads
• Coordinate partner fulfillment programs with outside suppliers and manage marketing campaigns
• Maintain financial reporting, purchase orders, and budget summaries
• Provide support to partners for tradeshows and events, including providing graphics, collateral, promotional items and multimedia assets as needed
• Build strong working relationships with company executives, Marketing/Sales/Business Development teams, vendors, agencies, and Iridium partners to develop integrated marketing programs across the organization
• Prepare project/status reports and managing logistics for global tradeshow/events
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