Assistant Manager, Events (SEC/CON)

About the Role

• Manage, supervise and support for Events Coordinators.
• Ensure staff meet project objectives and deadlines and provide necessary reporting information.
• Evaluating and determining event scope / requirements, developing project plans, engaging cross-functional teams and key stakeholders.
• Coordinating pre-assigned events and programs including on-site supervision of event execution and participation in set-up & take down of event elements.
• Develop and maintain detailed project management schedules.
• Prepare accounting reports (P&L statements), monitor and analyze financial data relating to Customer Events
• Support venue contracting and negotiating to get the best price for LCBO.
• Prepare and oversee preparation of correspondence, spreadsheets, and presentation materials.
• Partner with LCBO staff (e.g. Marketing & Customer Insights, Visual Merchandising, Customer Care, Pricing, etc.) to develop promotional material and other technical support.
• Manage and coordinate promotional and marketing materials (tasting booklets, signage, V-Mail, website, advertising, tickets, invitations, tent cards, brochures, menus, order forms etc.).
• Attend event venues prior to, during and after the event venue to provide direction, obtain information, determine logistics and to build relationships.
• Acting as a resource person for general inquires, both internal and external for Customer Events
• Researching suppliers, venues, and obtaining quotes for products and services.
• Proactively identify issues and recommend solutions.
• Troubleshoot sensitive or exceptional situations as they occur.

About You

• Demonstrated exceptional project management skills and marketing / event management knowledge.
• Experience with project management approaches, tools and phases of the project lifecycle, along with a track record of delivering exceptional outcomes in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
• Superior management skills including the ability to motivate and direct full time, part-time, seconded and external resources.
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills including professionalism, tact and diplomacy and ability to deal with confidential issues.
• Demonstrated analytical and problem-solving skills, strong negotiation skills and the ability to take educated risks.
• Excellent organizational and multi-tasking skills with the ability to work in a fast paced, detail-oriented context with shifting priorities while still delivering to tight schedule and deadlines.
• Knowledge of hospitality industry and an excellent bank of suppliers, resources and contacts an asset.
• Product knowledge an asset.
• Ability to travel throughout the province with some overnight stays.
• Proficiency in MS Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Access, Adobe Acrobat.
• Bachelor’s degree in business administration or other related field, or equivalent work experience.

There is a world of opportunities at the LCBO

Join an organization where you can be challenged while achieving your true potential. A place where you can make a positive impact supporting Ontario business and communities.

Discover a safe, healthy, diverse, inclusive, and accountable workplace where your wellbeing is our top priority. At the LCBO, your contributions are respected and valued.

Be part of our journey as we invest in people and technology to transform an organization. There really is a world of opportunities at the LCBO.

Please submit your resume via Workday by 11 : 59pm on the deadline date. We appreciate your interest and advise that only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Work Hours : 36.25

36.25

Union / Non-Union : Non-Union

Non-Union

Job Posting End Date :

August 29, 2024

The LCBO is an equal opportunity employer and committed to providing employment accommodation in accordance with the Ontario Human Rights Code and the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act.