What are the responsibilities and job description for the Brand Events Coordinator position at Penske Vehicle Services?
About Us:
Penske Vehicle Services is the largest fleet solutions provider for automotive original equipment manufacturers. Operating from locations across the United States and Canada, Penske Vehicle Services effectively manages and delivers the right solution for a broad spectrum of needs including vehicle management, fleet analysis, fleet tracking, process design, fleet maintenance, vehicle customization, and vehicle event services.
Job Type: Full-Time
Location: Auburn Hills, MI
Schedule: 8am - 4:30pm (M-F)
Description:
Brand Events Coordinator has overall project control for the administration of vehicles used for events and other client activities related to a specific client brand or brands. position may require the direct supervision of the work of others and requires the exercise of discretion and independent judgment with respect to matters of significance to our client. These include but are not limited to: project management, travel arrangements, parts ordering, project quoting, budgetary management and client interaction.
Essential job functions:
- Exercises overall project control for designated brand/brands
- Frequent, regular interface with Chrysler management/agencies to discuss projects
- Responsible to monitor and maintain projects within budget
- Perform quoting services encompassing all aspects of client projects
- Process proposals, product placement and transportation coordination
- Supervise shows and corporate events to ensure successful outcomes
- Maintain and regularly update vehicle tracking spreadsheet
- Perform timely and appropriate activities to support all financial/accounting procedures
Qualifications
- Bachelors degree preferred; some college coursework in related field (marketing, business, etc.) required
- Prior automotive experience preferred
Requires the following skills:
- Excellent communication, both oral and written. Must be able to communicate effectively via telephone, email and written means
- Ability to identify, train and lead high performance teams to successful outcomes
- Excellent customer service skills
- Must be able to multi-task while ensuring follow up and follow through on required tasks
- High degree of organization and ability to work effectively in a fast paced environment
- Intermediate or higher skills with computer applications (Microsoft Word, Outlook, Excel, etc.)
Benefits
- Medical
- Dental
- Vision
- 401k
- PTO
- Paid Holidays
Other Requirements:
- Lifting requirements: 5 15 lbs.
- Requires minor to moderate level of physical activity
- Some travel may be required