Giant Bicycles:
Events Lead Job in Newbury Park, CA
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Newbury Park, CA
Full-time | Editorial, Management - Athlete, Management - Brand, Marketing, Marketing - Social Media, Public Relations
$63,000 - $65,000 annual
About the job
We sell FUN at Giant Bicycles and want you to join our team!
Giant Bicycle Inc. is the exclusive distributor for Giant Manufacturing, the world’s largest manufacturer of performance bicycles under the brand names Giant, Liv, Momentum, and CADEX components; found at select specialty stores throughout America.
Our Newbury Park HQ, complete with a 10,000 sq/ft bike showroom, gym area, plus showers is close to fantastic bike routes where we host various company rides all year.
We also take care of our family with excellent benefits starting with covering 90% of medical premiums, a generous 401K plan, profit sharing opportunity, 12 days of paid holidays, and a discount on bicycles and accessories.
We’re also working to make a difference in planet and human health by supporting eco-friendly programs, promoting Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion initiatives, and supporting as many bicycle programs focused on getting more people on bikes and working to create safer bicycle routes across the US.
If all of this sounds good to you, check out these great jobs. Together, let’s make the world a better place!
Giant Bicycle Inc. is committed to fostering a diverse workforce and maintaining for all employees. From recruiting practices, to pay and benefits, promotions, and all other aspects of employment with us, an environment of equity is of the utmost importance.
Summary:
The Events Lead will be responsible for (1) All Logistics and execution of company events and budget coordination (2) Coordination of key brand events and partnerships within regional markets.
Duties and Responsibilities:
• Lead US-based corporate, national, regional and local brand events focused on logistics including promotions, lodging, transportation, meals, and entertainment planning
• Gather info from Account Executives, athletes, ambassadors, staff and lead communication of pre and post-event details
• Work with Marketing team for athlete involvement and participation in key company events
• Negotiate contracts and agreements with outside providers regarding space, food, equipment and entertainment
• Work with Account Executive team on Regional Event Marketing planning, support and execution
• Maintain and create calendar of events for organizing meetings and events including full logistical details for internal staff and on-site team members
• Collaborate with Retail Services to support special events, pop-up locations, film projects and athlete appearances at Giant Retail Partnership doors
Qualifications:
• Experience, participation and connection within the cycling industry (or outside sport) for executing emotional events.
• 3+ years’ experience in event planning, partnership programs or outdoor/sporting goods company
• Strong written and verbal communications, public presentation skills, creativity, leadership, and organization skills
• Must bring energy about cycling, with the ability to work independently or as a team member with business owners and managers as well as with the general public
• Possess valid US Driver License and travel up to 20% within the US
• Exempt full time position based out of our corporate office in Newbury Park, CA. No remote opportunities
Giant Bicycle Inc. is the exclusive distributor for Giant Manufacturing, the world’s largest manufacturer of performance bicycles under the brand names Giant, Liv, Momentum, and CADEX components; found at select specialty stores throughout America.
Our Newbury Park HQ, complete with a 10,000 sq/ft bike showroom, gym area, plus showers is close to fantastic bike routes where we host various company rides all year.
We also take care of our family with excellent benefits starting with covering 90% of medical premiums, a generous 401K plan, profit sharing opportunity, 12 days of paid holidays, and a discount on bicycles and accessories.
We’re also working to make a difference in planet and human health by supporting eco-friendly programs, promoting Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion initiatives, and supporting as many bicycle programs focused on getting more people on bikes and working to create safer bicycle routes across the US.
If all of this sounds good to you, check out these great jobs. Together, let’s make the world a better place!
Giant Bicycle Inc. is committed to fostering a diverse workforce and maintaining for all employees. From recruiting practices, to pay and benefits, promotions, and all other aspects of employment with us, an environment of equity is of the utmost importance.
Summary:
The Events Lead will be responsible for (1) All Logistics and execution of company events and budget coordination (2) Coordination of key brand events and partnerships within regional markets.
Duties and Responsibilities:
• Lead US-based corporate, national, regional and local brand events focused on logistics including promotions, lodging, transportation, meals, and entertainment planning
• Gather info from Account Executives, athletes, ambassadors, staff and lead communication of pre and post-event details
• Work with Marketing team for athlete involvement and participation in key company events
• Negotiate contracts and agreements with outside providers regarding space, food, equipment and entertainment
• Work with Account Executive team on Regional Event Marketing planning, support and execution
• Maintain and create calendar of events for organizing meetings and events including full logistical details for internal staff and on-site team members
• Collaborate with Retail Services to support special events, pop-up locations, film projects and athlete appearances at Giant Retail Partnership doors
Qualifications:
• Experience, participation and connection within the cycling industry (or outside sport) for executing emotional events.
• 3+ years’ experience in event planning, partnership programs or outdoor/sporting goods company
• Strong written and verbal communications, public presentation skills, creativity, leadership, and organization skills
• Must bring energy about cycling, with the ability to work independently or as a team member with business owners and managers as well as with the general public
• Possess valid US Driver License and travel up to 20% within the US
• Exempt full time position based out of our corporate office in Newbury Park, CA. No remote opportunities