Job DetailsJob LocationGFI Atlanta - Decatur, GAPosition TypeFull TimeEducation LevelHigh School or GEDTravel PercentageNoneJob ShiftDayDescriptionJob OverviewJoin the nation's leading specialty food distributor in a role that will make your friends and co-workers jealous. You will plan and manage all GFI corporate events from food shows, seminars, customer dinners and entertainment opportunities. These events are hosted all over the country providing you with incredible travel opportunities. In addition, you will assist the Marketing and Graphics team with multiple projects including communications.Are you a dynamic, organized professional with a knack for creating memorable events and a passion for marketing? Join our team as an Event and Marketing Coordinator where you will play a pivotal role in the planning and execution of corporate events, from customer dinners to large-scale tradeshows. What does your day look like? Some of your duties may include:Organize and Schedule Events - Coordinate and manage corporate on/off-site events, focusing on creating impactful experiences. Lead the organization of tradeshows and other events.Venue & Vendor Management - Source, negotiate, and book venues and vendors. Handle all logistics, including the hiring of decorators, catering, A/V services.Budget Management -Oversee event budgets and spending.Promotional Activities - Develop and lead promotional strategies to enhance event engagement.Things you need to be able to do:Availability - Must be able to work nights and weekends during tradeshow season.Ability to Travel - Travel is up to 25%.Skills & Attributes - Highly organized with a proactive "can-do" mentality. Self-starter with an entrepreneurial mindset, capable of working independently and as part of a team.Highly organized with a "can-do" mentality.Self-starter with an entrepreneurial mindset.Proven experience as event manager.Skilled in project management.Outlook, Word, Excel, Access, and Microsoft Office. A team player with leadership skills.Proven experience as event managerAbility to lift up to 25 pounds above the waist as needed. Things that are a plus:Ability to follow directions and meet deadlines in fast-paced environment.Knowledge of traditional and digital marketing tools and social media trends.Ability to work on multiple projects at once either by yourself or with teammates.At a minimum, must have at least two years related marketing experience.Bachelor's degree required.What we think you'll love about Gourmet Foods International:Advancement Opportunities. We offer career advancement including college reimbursement. We want to see you grow with the company.Keeping if fresh. Learn new things every from new technology to innovative new products we distribute.Teamwork. Work on a team that supports each other. What else can we offer?Gourmet Foods Benefits include Medical Insurance, Dental Insurance, Vision Insurance, Life Insurance, Short Term, Long-Term Disability, and accident insurance. We also offer 401(k) with matching contributions, Profit Sharing, Competitive Salaries, Flexible Paid Time Off (PTO) - up to 30 days per year, Paid Holidays, Free College Tuition, PAID Parental Leave, Professional Development Programs, and the opportunity to grow within the Company.GFI is a drug-free employer. You voluntarily consent to a pre-employment drug screen, and a background check will be required for the hiring process. Background checks can include but are not limited to previous employment, education, and criminal records. Gourmet Foods International
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