Community Events Specialist

Salary Range: $20.00 per hour

NOTE: The hourly rate is a fixed entry rate for this position and applies to all new hires. While our system may display a pay range, this role's starting rate is non-negotiable. Future pay increases are determined by performance, growth, and time in role, in accordance with our compensation policy.

Field

Detail

Job Title:

Community Events Specialist

Department:

People Operations (Internal Title: Coordinator, Wayfair Stores Community Events)

Job Type:

Full-Time (FT), Salary (L1)

Job Summary

As a Community Event Specialist at Wayfair, you help bring the Wayfair brand to life by creating welcoming and engaging experiences for our customers both inside and outside the store. Working closely with Store Leadership and the Marketing team, you support the execution of community events, local partnerships, supplier demonstrations, workshops, and seasonal activities that strengthen our connection with the local community and encourage customers to visit our stores.

In this role, youll coordinate event logistics, build relationships with local organizations and vendors, and help ensure every event is organized, engaging, and executed to a high standard. Youll also capture event content, support promotional initiatives, and create memorable experiences that reflect Wayfairs commitment to outstanding customer service.

Success in this role comes from being highly organized, customer-focused, and adaptable. You enjoy connecting with people, collaborating across teams, and bringing energy and enthusiasm to every event. Whether youre setting up for a supplier demonstration, welcoming guests to a community event, or supporting a seasonal campaign, youll play an important role in delivering experiences that create excitement for our brand.

As Wayfair continues to grow its retail footprint, Community Event Specialists help create stores that are more than just places to shop-they help create inviting destinations where customers can engage with our products, connect with their community, and experience the Wayfair brand firsthand.

This role is ideal for someone who enjoys event coordination, customer engagement, relationship building, and working in a fast-paced retail environment while partnering with others to deliver exceptional experiences. In addition, someone who knows how to fill in the gaps when needed (such as servicing customers, or greeting at the door).

Ask yourself: "Does this sound like me?"

• I love creating experiences that bring people together and leave a lasting positive impression.

• I thrive in fast-paced environments where every day is different and every event presents a new opportunity to engage customers.

• Im highly organized and enjoy managing multiple projects, timelines, vendors, and logistics without losing sight of the customer experience.

• I naturally build relationships with customers, community organizations, suppliers, local businesses, and teammates.

• I have a creative eye and enjoy identifying moments that make great social media content and help tell a compelling brand story.

• I stay calm under pressure and quickly adapt when plans change, solving problems while maintaining a positive attitude.

• I enjoy collaborating across departments and bringing people together to execute successful events.

• I understand that every event is an opportunity to increase brand awareness, strengthen community relationships, and create customers for life.

• I take pride in representing a brand with professionalism, enthusiasm, and genuine hospitality.

Key Metrics

Key Metric per Role

Key Goal / Result

Event Execution & Operational Excellence

• Coordinate event logistics, build relationships with local organizations and vendors, and help ensure every event is organized, engaging, and executed to a high standard.

Customer Engagement & Brand Awareness

• Increase store traffic, customer participation, and local brand awareness by delivering memorable experiences that create lasting impressions, strengthen customer relationships, and position Wayfair as an active community partner.

Community Partnerships & Marketing Impact

• Build and maintain strong partnerships with local organizations, suppliers, businesses, and influencers while supporting Marketing through engaging event content, promotional campaigns, and community outreach initiatives.

Cross-Functional Collaboration & Continuous Improvement

• Partner effectively with Store Leadership, Marketing, People Operations, and store teams to deliver successful events, identify opportunities for innovation, and continuously improve the customer and associate event experience.

Key Responsibilities

Event Coordination & Execution

Execute Community Events

• Coordinate and execute in-store and local community events that support brand awareness, strengthen community relationships, and drive customer engagement, following established marketing plans and event guidelines.

Coordinate Event Logistics

• Support all aspects of event execution, including setup, breakdown, scheduling, vendor coordination, equipment, signage, supplies, and ensuring the store is ready for each event.

Deliver Exceptional Customer Experiences

• Create a welcoming and engaging environment during events by providing outstanding customer service and ensuring guests have a positive experience.

Represent the Wayfair Brand

• Serve as a visible brand ambassador during events by welcoming customers, answering questions, and creating an inviting, customer-focused atmosphere.

Community Engagement

Support Local Partnerships

• Build and maintain relationships with local businesses, nonprofit organizations, schools, designers, and community groups to support store events and community engagement opportunities.

Participate in Community Outreach

• Represent Wayfair at local events and community activities that align with company initiatives and help strengthen the stores presence in the local market.

Coordinate with Vendors and Partners

• Work with suppliers and local partners to support product demonstrations, workshops, and other community-focused activities as directed.

Build Brand Awareness

• Help introduce new customers to Wayfair while creating positive experiences that encourage repeat visits and long-term customer relationships.

Marketing & Content Support

Capture Event Content

• Take photos and videos during events to support Marketings social media and storytelling initiatives.

Support Marketing Initiatives

• Execute in-store marketing programs, promotions, and seasonal campaigns in partnership with the Marketing team.

Maintain Promotional Materials

• Ensure promotional signage, giveaways, event materials, and branded assets are organized, stocked, and available for scheduled events.

Share Ideas

• Provide feedback and suggestions to Marketing and Store Leadership on customer engagement opportunities and event improvements based on observations from the store.

Collaboration & Operational Excellence

Partner Across Teams

• Collaborate with Store Leadership, Marketing, People Operations, Visual Merchandising, and Operations to support successful event execution and business priorities.

Maintain Event Readiness

• Ensure event equipment, supplies, displays, and signage are organized, maintained, and ready for upcoming events.

Support Store Operations

• Assist with merchandising, promotional displays, seasonal transitions, customer service, and other operational needs during periods between scheduled events. Essentially rolling up your sleeves to fill in wherever is needed.

Adapt to Business Needs

• Remain flexible and organized while balancing event responsibilities with day-to-day store operations in a fast-paced retail environment.

Customer Experience & Team Support

Create Memorable Experiences

• Help deliver engaging customer experiences that reinforce Wayfair as a destination for the home and encourage customers to return.

Encourage Team Participation

• Partner with store associates to support events and create an enthusiastic, customer-focused atmosphere.

Share Feedback

• Provide observations and feedback following events to help identify opportunities for continuous improvement and enhance future customer experiences.

Champion the Customer Experience

• Consistently represent the Wayfair brand with professionalism, enthusiasm, attention to detail, and a commitment to delivering exceptional customer service.

This job description is intended to outline the general responsibilities and qualifications of the role. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice. The essential functions of this job must be performed with or without reasonable accommodation.

Minimum Requirements Necessary to Perform Essential Functions

Below sets out the minimum requirements required to perform the essential functions listed above, with or without reasonable accommodation.

Requirement

Specification

Frequency

Supervisory Requirements

Supervisory Requirements

Supervisory Requirements

Supervisory Responsibility

Yes (Experience directing small teams)

Low/Medium

Supervisory Size

N/A (Small teams/vendors)

N/A

Work Environment

Work Environment

Work Environment

Work near moving mechanical parts

No

Minimal

Work in high, precarious places

No

Minimal

Physical/Mental Requirements

Physical/Mental Requirements

Physical/Mental Requirements

Standing

Full Day (Frequent standing, walking)

Frequent

Lifting

up to 50 lbs (Ability to lift independently)

Regular Basis

Educational/Qualification Requirements

Educational/Qualification Requirements

Educational/Qualification Requirements

Experience

1-2 years in event execution, hospitality, community engagement, or customer-facing roles

Language Skill Requirements

Language Skill Requirements

Language Skill Requirements

Can read and understand english

Excellent Communication (confidence in engaging customers, partners, and senior leaders)

Reasoning Skill Requirements

Reasoning Skill Requirements

Reasoning Skill Requirements

Creative Problem-Solving (detail-oriented, passion for people/events)

Strong Organization (skilled at managing event logistics)

Flexible Availability (willing to work nights, weekends, and holidays)

Travel Readiness (comfortable with up to 50% travel, typically within a 50-mile radius) and have reliable transportation.

Assistance for Individuals with Disabilities

Wayfair is fully committed to providing equal opportunities for all individuals, including individuals with disabilities. As part of this commitment, Wayfair will make reasonable accommodations to the known physical or mental limitations of qualified individuals with disabilities, unless doing so would impose an undue hardship on business operations. If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, please let us know by completing our Accomodations for Applicants form.

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About Wayfair Inc.

Wayfair is one of the world's largest online destinations for the home. Whether you work in our global headquarters in Boston, or in our warehouses or offices throughout the world, we're reinventing the way people shop for their homes. Through our commitment to industry-leading technology and creative problem-solving, we are confident that Wayfair will be home to the most rewarding work of your career. If you're looking for rapid growth, constant learning, and dynamic challenges, then you'll find that amazing career opportunities are knocking.

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