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Job Summary

Responsible for providing assistance in the execution and planning of medium- to large-scale events and trade show activities for the business. Assist manager to ensure events achieve consistently high quality and standards that reflect well upon profile and brand. Share resources and best practices with business from events.

Major Tasks, Responsibilities, and Key Accountabilities

+ Assists with coordination and execution for all assigned events from planning to completion which may include securing event locations, managing guest room reservations, ordering food and beverages, etc.

+ Conducts research and requests RFP's from 3rd party vendors. Prepares vendor proposals.

+ Manages and monitors the upkeep, rental, status and budgets of trade show booth program.

+ Creates and monitors event budgets and monitors invoices and expenditures.

+ Coordinates and executes event deliverables and promotional items.

+ Assists in the development and implementation of event management project plans.

+ Monitors and maintains reservations, online registrations, staffing and schedules.

+ Works closely with third party vendors including guest speakers, video production companies and resellers.

Nature and Scope

+ Identifies key barriers/core problems and applies problem solving skills in order to deal creatively with complex situations. Troubleshoots and resolves complex problems. Makes decisions under conditions of uncertainty, sometimes with incomplete information, that produce effective end results.

+ Independently performs assignments with instruction limited to the expected results. Determines and develops an approach to solutions. Receives technical guidance only on unusual or complex problems or issues.

+ May oversee the completion of projects and assignments, including planning, assigning, monitoring and reviewing progress and accuracy of work, evaluating results, etc. Contributes to employees' professional development but does not have hiring or firing authority.

Work Environment

+ Located in a comfortable indoor area. Any unpleasant conditions would be infrequent and not objectionable.

+ Most of the time is spent sitting in a comfortable position and there is frequent opportunity to move about. On rare occasions there may be a need to move or lift light articles.

+ Typically requires overnight travel less than 10% of the time.

Education and Experience

+ Typically requires BS/BA in a related discipline. Generally 5-8 years of experience in a related field OR MS/MA and generally 3-5 years of experience in a related field. Certification is required in some areas.

Our Goals for Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

We are committed to creating a culture that promotes equity, respect, and advocacy for every HD Supply associate. We value the diversity of our people.

Equal Employment Opportunity

HD Supply is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.

HD Supply is an Equal Opportunity Minority/Female/Individuals with Disabilities/Protected Veteran and Affirmative Action Employer. HD Supply considers for employment and hires qualified candidates without regard to age, race, religion, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, protected veteran or disability status or any factor prohibited by law.