[Remote] Marketing Events Specialist

Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Ventura Foods innovates and manufactures food solutions for foodservice and retail businesses. The Marketing Events Specialist plans and executes select channel-specific events, supports major industry programs, and coordinates promotional inventory, marketing assets, budgets, and event-related workflows.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate logistics and execution of select channel‑specific events (e.g., NACS, IDDBA, Pizza Expo) and support the planning of major industry events (MenuMasters, IFMA COEX, IFDA). Responsibilities include supporting event planning timelines, coordinating registration and materials, assisting with vendor communication, preparing and shipping event assets, and supporting on‑site event readiness. Partner with internal teams to ensure events are organized, well‑prepared, and consistently represent the brand. Support tradeshow lead generation program by assisting with monthly reporting related to event participation, lead capture results, and overall program performance
• Support fulfillment and promotional inventory operations by partnering closely with an external agency that monitors stock levels and provides reorder recommendations. This role is responsible for reviewing and securing internal approvals for reorders, coordinating reorder requests, managing vendor communication, and tracking associated budgets and expenses. Ensuring all promotional materials (oil kits, racks, pumps, and food show collateral) are accurate, approved, and aligned with brand standards before being produced or restocked. Maintains organized internal documentation and ensures timely distribution to field teams
• Help maintain, update, and coordinate the production of digital marketing assets and promotional materials, including ads, sell sheets, signage, and branded materials. Partner with internal teams, external vendors, and the agency managing our Marketing Dashboard platform to ensure all materials are accurate, approved, on brand, and delivered on time. Maintain organized asset libraries so internal and external teams have access to current, easy‑to‑use resources that support event readiness, field execution, and customer engagement
• Processes invoices, submits purchase orders, tracks expenses, and updates budget tracking spreadsheets for marketing materials, promotional inventory, and event‑related expenses. Assist with internal communications and day‑to‑day coordination across teams
• Travel up to 25%
• Additional responsibilities as assigned

Skills

• Bachelor's or Associate's degree in Marketing, Business, Hospitality Management, or a related field. Equivalent combinations of education and experience will be considered, including 3 to 4 years of relevant professional experience in lieu of a degree
• 2-4 years of experience in event planning, hospitality, project management, or a related field
• Experience providing deliverables on time against deadlines
• Proven ability to collaborate successfully with internal and external partners
• Excellent grasp of digital and social media usage for event marketing and other marketing tactics
• Strong project coordination skills with proven ability to manage timelines and deliver against deadlines
• Strong organizational, communication, and coordination skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects and priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Highly organized, detail‑oriented, and capable of managing multiple tasks simultaneously
• Strong communication skills; comfortable working cross‑functionally
• Working knowledge of marketing materials, POS, promotions, or event execution
• Ability to manage vendors, interpret budgets, and track accurate spend
• Proficient in Microsoft Office (PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook)
• Self‑starter who thrives in a fast‑paced, execution‑focused environment
• Prior experience leading coordinating events, vendors, or logistics strongly preferred
• Experience with CRM systems (Salesforce), marketing automation, or inventory management tools beneficial but not required

Benefits

• Remote work arrangement
• Training
• A manager who cares about you and celebrates your success
• A safe environment
• Career growth opportunities
• Medical, Prescription, Dental, & Vision – coverage beginning on your 1st day for eligible employees
• Profit Sharing (after eligible criteria is met)
• 401(k) matching (after eligible criteria is met)
• Paid Vacation, Sick Time, and Holidays
• Employee Appreciation Events
• Employee Assistance Programs

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