Alliance Wine Events & Activity Coordinator
Alliance Wine Events & Activity Coordinator
About Alliance Wine
Alliance Wine is a forward-thinking specialist wine importer and top-rated supplier that has been trading independently since 1984. We have built a diverse and loyal customer-base and we are especially proud of our stellar reputation of building creative wine partnerships with our clients and producers.
We are now seeking an events and activity coordinator to join our expanding marketing team. The role requires an organised, efficient person with a flair for creativity who can multi-task, handle several projects simultaneously, manage time effectively and work to tight deadlines.
There are two core focuses for the role. Firstly, management and delivery of the calendar of events across the year. Secondly supporting the brand team in the delivery of their customer focused activity, such as winemaker visits and customer trips to wineries.
At Alliance we strive to be truly different, and to make a positive difference everywhere we work. The marketing team is growing, and this is a new role within the function. Our future is full of ambitious goals and exciting projects, and this is the perfect time for someone considering the next step in their career to come on board.
The main responsibilities will include:
- Planning, co-ordinating and executing a full calendar of customer-facing trade events.
- Owning and managing the events budget.
- Controlling onsite set up, breakdown and the flawless execution of the events.
- Co-ordinating and working closely with the brand team to help execute all producer activity in the UK and abroad to high standard.
- Managing press requests & opportunities as well as competition entries for the business, and owning all related activity.
- Managing all related administrative tasks associated with the delivery of the events calendar and in support of brand activity, such invoicing, recharging and travel arrangements.
- Working with the insights manager to identify leads and opportunities for the sales teams and brand team to follow up on, as well as overall effectiveness of the activity.
- Management of Marketing POS inventory, ordering and distribution.
The skills and experience expected:
- B2B events experience with a proven ability to work effectively to deadlines, preferably with a BWS or wine background.
- Ability to multi-task, handling a number of projects simultaneously and to work calmly under pressure.
- Proven organisation skills and excellent attention to detail.
- Excellent communication skills, both oral and written.
- Wine knowledge is an advantage. WSET qualifications are desirable.
- Proficient in MS Office 365 packages
Salary will be commensurate to experience. The role is office based either in Scotland or London, dependent on candidate location.
Some travel will be expected, as will be the ability to work outside of normal office hours on occasion.
To apply for this role, please send your CV and covering letter as to why you are the candidate for the role to our Head of UK Marketing: [email protected].
The closing date is 26th July 2024.