INTERNAL APPLICANTS ONLY: Events Coordinator (Hybrid) at Lakeshore Learning Materials, LLC

Carson, California, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

16 Jan, 26

Salary

24.0

Posted On

18 Oct, 25

Experience

10 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Customer Service, Project Coordination, Attention To Detail, Problem Solving, Decision Making, Communication, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Word, Microsoft Outlook, Salesforce.com

Industry

Retail

Description

Company Description At Lakeshore, we create innovative learning materials and world-class guest experiences for teachers, parents and children. Since 1954, we’ve grown into a global community—with a thriving e-commerce business, multiple catalogs, 60 retail stores, a peerless national sales force, plus international offices that support our preeminent supply chain division. But today we’re working better, smarter and faster than ever—and setting our sights even higher. We’re building an infrastructure designed for scalability, embracing data-driven decision-making and using technology to improve efficiency and ensure the best tools for the best work. Most importantly, we continue to invest in a diverse team of inquisitive top talent who fuel each other’s passions and curiosity, take risks, try new things and believe that every new day brings opportunities for growth. Job Description We are currently searching for a self-motivated and energetic Events Coordinator to join our Conferences team, which falls under the Events department and Operations division. In this role, you will serve as a liaison between our corporate office and our outside sales representatives, planning and coordinating our in-field conferences and events. Lakeshore participates in a range of local and regional conferences, hosts school meetings and organizes other events throughout the year. You’ll be responsible for ensuring that these events run smoothly from start to finish at our headquarters—helping grow our customer base and drive future sales. Applicants should bring exceptional customer service skills when working with both customers and internal teams. The ideal candidate has strong project coordination abilities, sharp attention to detail and a knack for juggling multiple projects in a fast-paced setting. This position is based in Carson, CA, and follows a hybrid work model, with select days in the office as needed and on-site presence as necessary for events A day on the job looks like this: Coordinating in-field conferences, event support, sponsorships and memberships Partnering with outside sales field to create a Lakeshore-branded booth presence Submitting registration/sponsorship/membership information requests Shipping materials (signage/collateral), supplies and products Prioritizing incoming calls, chats and emails from other departments, reps and customers Qualifications Got the skills and experience? Here’s what we’re looking for: High school diploma 6+ years of experience in a similar position; 10+ years of experience preferred 6+ years of experience managing people/projects; 10+ years of experience preferred Exceptional customer service skills in dealing with both customers and internal departments High-level administrative skills Excellent problem-solving and decision-making skills Ability to juggle and prioritize multiple projects Strong sense of urgency and a “can-do” attitude Superb written and verbal communication skills Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Word and Outlook Knowledge of Salesforce.com is a plus Additional Information And here’s our end of the bargain! At Lakeshore, we pay local market wages for employees that reside within Los Angeles and Orange Counties. For this position, new employees joining Lakeshore who live within Los Angeles and Orange Counties are typically brought into the organization at an hourly rate between $20.19-$24 depending on relevant experience & skillset. This range is indicative of projected hiring range. The annual base compensation will take into account each candidate's relevant experience, location, and skillset. Bonus eligible Paid leave for new parents to support work/life balance and family bonding Excellent medical/dental and vision coverage—EPO, PPO and HSA 401(k) retirement plan with company contribution (because you will retire someday) Flexible benefits—choose what you like, ignore the rest On-site preschool for our employees’ children On-site employee gym for all levels/fitness needs Generous employee discount Casual dress…and we really mean it At Lakeshore, we know our diversity makes us stronger, and when everyone feels included and valued, we all win. We strive to embrace our differences and create an intentionally diverse and inclusive community that is representative of the teachers, families and children we serve. We know we couldn’t do the extraordinary things we’re doing without the people on our team. Thanks to the passion and enthusiasm of this spectacular group, Lakeshore is more than a great place to work—it’s a great experience to be part of. Day in and day out, we give everything we’ve got to create products that instill a sense of wonder and foster a true love of learning. To help maintain this high bar for success, we’re constantly on the lookout for people to join us. So if you’re a down-to-earth professional who shares our desire for making a difference, we’d love to hear from you. To learn more about Lakeshore, visit www.lakeshorelearning.com/careers Equal Employment Opportunity Policy People are selected to become members of the Lakeshore family based on skill, merit and mind-boggling talent—not based on race, color, creed, sexual orientation, gender or gender identity, marital status, domestic partnership status, military status, religion, age, national origin, ancestry, alienage, AIDS or AIDS-related complex status, genetic information, predisposition or carrier status, status as a victim of domestic violence, physical or mental disability, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. If things aren’t equal, we all lose. To learn about how we collect and use Applicant information, please visit our Employee/Applicant Privacy Policy. Lakeshore is an E-Verify employer. We use E-Verify to confirm the employment eligibility of all newly hired employees. Please see the E-Verify Participation Poster and Know Your Rights Poster in English and Spanish for more information. INDRLL1

Responsibilities

The Events Coordinator will plan and coordinate in-field conferences and events, ensuring they run smoothly from start to finish. This role involves liaising between the corporate office and outside sales representatives to support event logistics.