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Customer Activation Manager - Events

Finning

The Role

Overview

Lead planning and execution of customer-facing events to boost brand and drive results.

Key Responsibilities

  • event planning
  • vendor management
  • event analytics
  • marketing campaigns
  • logistics management
  • budget management

Tasks

-Stay up to date on event industry trends and best practices to bring innovative ideas to our programs. -Work closely with cross-functional teams to set event objectives, budgets, timelines, and deliverables. -Measure event impact through post-event analytics, customer feedback, and ROI assessment. -Develop and manage event marketing campaigns, digital promotions, and targeted communications to drive attendance and engagement. -Oversee vendor relationships, venue selection, logistics, and on-site event management. -Strategize, plan, and execute a variety of high impact customer events including conferences, trade shows, networking functions, and sales activations. -Ensure all events consistently reflect our brand values and deliver memorable customer experiences. -Maintain a calendar of upcoming events and track progress against milestones.

Requirements

  • event management
  • event software
  • project management
  • communication
  • creative
  • travel

What You Bring

-Minimum 5 years of experience managing customer-facing events in marketing environments. -Proficiency with event management software and digital marketing tools. -Exceptional communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills. -Creative thinker with a focus on customer experience. -Strong organizational and project management skills; able to juggle multiple priorities and deadlines. -Strong stakeholder communication skills -Willingness to travel and work flexible hours as required by event schedules.

The Company

About Finning

-has a rich history rooted in providing essential equipment and services to industries like construction, mining, and energy. -operates in key global markets including Canada, South America, and the UK. -specializes in providing solutions for heavy industries, delivering construction, mining, and energy services across vast sectors. -plays a crucial role in powering large-scale infrastructure projects and driving resource development. -offers parts, maintenance, and innovative technological solutions to clients worldwide. -has supported some of the largest and most ambitious projects globally. -has made significant strides in advancing digital technologies and remote monitoring solutions to enhance equipment performance and customer satisfaction.

Sector Specialisms

Construction

Mining

Petroleum

Electric Power Generation

Education Infrastructure