What are the responsibilities and job description for the Events Manager position at Great Plains Mfg?
Land Pride Events Manager
Salina, KS
Land Pride, a division of Great Plains Manufacturing, is seeking a dynamic Events Manager to join our Land Pride Marketing Team to plan, manage, and set-up equipment displays and represent company image at trade shows and events across the United States – including Kubota’s Summer Sales Meeting and the Kubota National Dealer Meeting.
This position is based in Salina, KS. Some overnight travel is required, up to 30%. This is a salaried role. Typical work week is 40 to 45 hours, though additional time may be required in days/weeks leading up to and during any of the events.
Primary Duties and Responsibilities:
- Set up and assemble Land Pride farm, ag or construction equipment at show site using appropriate hand and power tools.
- Set up marketing displays at show sites.
- Break down ag and construction equipment and displays after shows.
- Arrange for inbound and outbound freight hauling of farm, ag or construction equipment with in-house trucking company.
- Secure all necessary printed materials and supplies for trade show booth.
- Demonstrate and explain products or services at trade shows and answer visitor questions; distribute literature.
- Work with contractors and trade show management to resolve problems.
- Work with Land Pride Marketing team to shoot photos and produce videos.
- Assist Marketing Team with projects as needed.
- Follow all Great Plains and OSHA safety regulations and wear prescribed safety and protective equipment.
- Other duties may be assigned that require other qualifications, physical demands, and/or work environment.
Preferred Skills and Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in business administration, marketing or other relevant major; 3 years of experience in event management or related experience strongly preferred; or equivalent combination of education and experience
- Knowledge of ag and construction implements and equipment required
- Strong planning, organizational, and presentation skills are needed; some project management experience preferred
- Excellent communication skills and ability to work well with people at all levels
- Ability and knowledge to use hand tools and power tools safely
- Ability to operate equipment such as forklifts, skid steers and other machinery
- Valid driver’s license
- Strong computer skills including proficiency in MS Office, including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc.
- Availability for overnight travel a minimum of 8 to 12 weeks per year
- Some heavy lifting is expected; occasional exertion of about 50 lbs. of force (e.g., carrying a laptop, trade show information, boxes of literature) may be required.
Great Plains Manufacturing, headquartered in Salina, KS, is a proud subsidiary of the Kubota Corporation. In addition to more than 50 years as a leading Kansas manufacturer of agricultural implements, including seeding, tillage, and landscaping equipment, our new Construction Equipment Division produces Kubota-branded skid steers, compact track loaders and attachments. Great Plains employs over 2,000 people in 8 communities across Kansas and is committed to fostering innovation and supporting your professional growth. If you're self-motivated, passionate about achieving goals, and value collaboration, we encourage you to apply to join our dynamic team. Grow with us! Explore all of our open opportunities on our Careers page at www.WorkForGPM.com.