KERING EYEWEAR Events Coordinator

We are currently seeking an Events Coordinator as part of our North America Team based out of our New York city office, next to Times Square.

How you will contribute

• Support the direct manager in planning and executing all corporate and sales events
• Vendor management and negotiation (space contractors, catering, floral, etc)
• Scheduling for all sales campaigns (VEW, VEE, Market, etc)
• Conduct scouting, site visits and researches to help make decisions about events.
• Coordinate all the departments involved in the organization of the event.
• Serve as liaison with vendors on event-related matters (i.e. arrange the availability of audio-visual equipment, transportation, displays, and other event needs)
• Coordinate services for events, such as accommodation and transportation for participants, facilities, catering, signage, displays, special needs requirements, printing and event security.
• Review and produce a follow-up reports on occurred events, including financial details, to be shared with the direct manager and other stakeholders
• Monitor and track expenses, providing the direct manager with a dashboard on actual spending vs budget
• Monitor and track payment processes, leasing with vendors and our internal A&R team
• Representative of the Kering brand at all times demonstrating professionalism

Who you are

• At least 3 yrs of experience in organizing large-scale events
• Experience in luxury industry
• Strong working knowledge of Excel and PPT
• Highly organized, and Multitasking, with deep attention to details and accuracy
• Ability to work effectively under pressure
• Customer oriented
• Willingness to travel across US and Canada
• Able to work autonomously; self-starter with the ability to organize and manage own workload
• Resourceful, focused on problem-solving and achieving results
• Passionate and enthusiastic with a spirit of curiosity and innovation
• Team player, with an ability and willingness to support in other areas of the business as needed

Why work with us?                     

This is a fabulous opportunity to join the Kering Eyewear adventure and and to actively contribute to the development of the business by becoming part of a thriving Company in a global Luxury Group that offers endless possibilities to learn and grow. Talent development is a managerial principle at Kering, and we are committed to fostering internal mobility. Our common vision promotes leadership skills and helps every employee to reach their full potential in a stimulating and fulfilling workplace environment.

Kering is committed to building a diverse workforce. We believe diversity in all its forms – gender, age, nationality, culture, religious beliefs, and sexual orientation – enriches the workplace. It opens opportunities for people to express their talent, both individually and collectively and it helps foster our ability to adapt to a changing world. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we welcome and consider applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of their background.

Pay Range: between 70k and 90k USD, excluding bonus opportunity