Event Specialist

• Plan, coordinate, and execute promotional events and marketing initiatives aligned with company objectives across several markets.
• Develop event execution plans, including scheduling, logistics, staffing recommendations, equipment requirements, and contingency planning.
• Evaluate event opportunities and recommend participation based on anticipated business impact, customer demographics, and strategic priorities.
• Independently manage events while exercising judgment to adapt plans based on changing conditions, customer traffic, weather, venue requirements, or operational challenges.
• Serve as the primary company representative during promotional events, building relationships with customers, community organizations, vendors, and event partners.
• Deliver product demonstrations and educate prospective customers regarding Watermill Express products and services.
• Resolve customer concerns and operational issues during events using sound judgment and established company guidelines.
• Analyze event performance, customer engagement, and promotional effectiveness, preparing reports that include recommendations for future marketing strategies and operational improvements.
• Collaborate with Marketing, Operations, and other departments to improve promotional programs and ensure alignment with company initiatives.
• Identify opportunities to strengthen community partnerships and increase brand visibility within assigned territories.
• Coordinate travel schedules, event calendars, inventory needs, and promotional resources to maximize operational efficiency.
• Oversee the preparation, transportation, and organization of promotional materials necessary for successful event execution.
• Ensure compliance with company policies and safety standards.
• Travel extensively throughout surrounding markets (approximately 35–40 weekends annually).
• Work schedule demands during event weeks will primarily consist of a Thursday through Monday schedule.
• Perform administrative responsibilities from a home office or local Watermill Express office when not traveling, including planning, reporting, vendor communication, scheduling, and project coordination.
• Determining event execution strategies based on location-specific conditions.
• Follow safety guidelines and act in a safe manner.
• All other duties assigned.
• Significant travel throughout surrounding markets, including out of state travel, approximately 35-40 weekends per year
• Typical schedule Thursday-Monday during event weeks, must be able to work all 4 days during event weekends. 
• When not traveling or working events, the Event Specialist may work from home or from the local Watermill Express Office.
• Follow safety guidelines and act in a safe manner.
• All other duties assigned.

• Company-provided vehicle for work-related travel
• Comprehensive medical insurance- no monthly premium for employee only coverage.
• Employer HSA contributions (if applicable).
• Company provided life and AD&D insurance.
• Optional benefits include dental, vision, supplemental life, short-term disability, accident and critical illness coverages.
• Company provided Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
• Vacation accrual.
• Paid holidays.
• 401k and Roth eligibility with company match.
• Company provided attire.

• Public speaking or field marketing experience
• Experience hauling and loading trailers or similar equipment
• Strong verbal communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work independently, prioritize tasks, and generate creative ideas to engage customers
• Ability to communicate clearly and professionally via email
• Team player with a positive, customer-focused attitude
• Comfortable working outdoors in any condition and standing on your feet most of the day
• Valid driver’s license and clean driving record
• Bilingual preferred

• Ability to lift-up to 50lbs and perform physical tasks related to event setup

• High School diploma or equivalent
• Minimum of 1 year of event marketing experience

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