Event Manager
Event Manager
Seattle, WA, USA Req #27352 Monday, June 26, 2023 Gannett Co., Inc. (NYSE : GCI) is a subscription-led and digitally-focused media and marketing solutions company committed to empowering communities to thrive.
With an unmatched reach at the national and local level, Gannett touches the lives of millions with our Pulitzer Prize-winning content, consumer experiences and benefits, and advertiser products and services.
Our current portfolio of media assets includes The USA TODAY NETWORK, which includes USA TODAY, and local media organizations in 43 states in the United States, and Newsquest, a wholly-owned subsidiary operating in the United Kingdom.
We also own digital marketing services companies under the brand LocaliQ, which provide a cloud-based platform of products to enable small and medium-sized businesses to accomplish their marketing goals.
In addition, our portfolio includes one of the largest media-owned events businesses in the U.S., USA TODAY NETWORK Ventures.
Gannett open roles are featured on various external job boards. When applying to a position at Gannett, you should be completing an application on via .
Job postings directing you to complete an application on other external sites may not be valid.
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EnMotive, a Gannett Company, is a full-service event services company offering registration, timing, scoring and a wide range of other endurance event solutions.
We work with over 1,000 events per year, using a combination of in-house registration, fundraising and volunteer software as well as industry leading external race timing software.
We are looking for passionate, detail-oriented, computer & technology savvy individuals with the desire to help grow our business and integrate our software solutions to support our mission to becoming the one stop source for endurance and ticketing events.
Candidates should have strong customer service skills, a high degree of computer expertise, a broad knowledge of setting up networks, database management skills, be highly organized and a self-starter.
All candidates must be comfortable working independently and as a member of a team. Applicants should be comfortable and thrive in a fast-paced and sometimes stressful environment.
Base Salary : $57,300 - $65,000
Remote role in the Seattle area
Responsibilities may Include :
- Manage timing functions through the entire process : pre-race software setup, corral and bib management, race day timing functions, posting / confirming results, post-race management of timing inquiries and errors, and finalization of results
- Schedule and train contractors to perform services at events
- Manage and maintain an event budget
- Manage client life-cycle from lead to event execution
- Develop service agreements for client execution
- Responsible for event logistics : booking hotel accommodations, scheduling rental vehicles, creating equipment build lists, charging equipment, loading and unloading of equipment
- Responsible for maintenance of timing equipment : develop a maintenance plan, establish a process for periodic equipment checks and ensure all equipment is functioning and available on race day, arrange any equipment repairs and procure replacement equipment when necessary
- Communicate with event organizers as a consultant to ensure a well-organized and smooth event from all aspects, not just timing
- Responsible for bib preparation : communicating with event organizers to receive or place an order for bibs scheduled around the event timeline, printing and applying timing tags
- Help support, along with the corporate team, and maintain the online registration product to client specifications, ensuring all events are fully operational and provide users with seamless experience.
- Create reporting for analysis of registration data including weekly tracking, demographics for marketing / sponsors, and event-specific data needs
- Knowledge and understanding of all applicable USATF, USAT and EnMotive Rules of Competition as they relate to timing.
- Executing Timing and Event Operations at Events in a Lead Capacity
- Actively recruiting new events and event services for existing clients
- Success in the above areas requires cross-functional relationships with other key members of the EnMotive and client teams.
Required Qualifications :
- College degree preferred
- Race timing / scoring experience preferred, but not necessary
- Event management experience is a plus
- Excellent communication skills, written and verbal
- Strong customer service skills
- Highly organized and able to prioritize and manage multiple projects at any given time
- Excellent decision-making skills, including when working under pressure
- Strong computer skills with the ability to quickly troubleshoot problems
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, especially Microsoft Excel
- Basic knowledge of HTML web design is a plus
- Ability to manage and manipulate large amounts of data, in various formats
- Available to work weekends, select holidays and extended hours
- Ability to travel
- Demonstrated commitment to running, physical fitness, and an overall healthy lifestyle
- A self-starter and possess the ability to work both independently and as part of a team
- All positions will require some travel and the ability to work weekend events. Training will be provided for specific responsibilities;
however, applicants must be eager and capable of learning software programs and technology on their own. Familiarity with the running, triathlon and obstacle racing event space is a plus.
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Gannett Co., Inc. is a proud equal opportunity employer committed to building and maintaining a diverse workforce. As such, we will consider all qualified applicants for employment and do not discriminate in connection with employment decisions on the basis of an applicant or employee’s race, color, national origin, ethnicity, ancestry, citizenship status, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, religion, age, marital status, personal appearance (including height and weight), sexual orientation, family responsibilities, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy status (including childbirth, breastfeeding or related medical conditions), education, genetic characteristics or information, political affiliation, military or veteran status or other classifications protected by applicable federal, state and local laws in the jurisdictions where Gannett employs employees.
In addition, Gannett Co., Inc. will provide applicants who require a reasonable accommodation, as a result of an applicant’s disability or religion, to complete this employment application and / or any other process in connection with an individuals’ application for employment with Gannett Co.
Inc. Applicants who require such accommodation should contact Gannett Co., Inc.’s Recruitment Department at
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- Job Family Events Marketing
- Job Function Marketing
- Pay Type Salary
- Min Hiring Rate $57,300.00
- Max Hiring Rate $65,000.00
- Seattle, WA, USA
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Event Manager
Event Manager
Seattle, WA, USA Req #27352 Monday, June 26, 2023 Gannett Co., Inc. (NYSE : GCI) is a subscription-led and digitally-focused media and marketing solutions company committed to empowering communities to thrive.
With an unmatched reach at the national and local level, Gannett touches the lives of millions with our Pulitzer Prize-winning content, consumer experiences and benefits, and advertiser products and services.
Our current portfolio of media assets includes The USA TODAY NETWORK, which includes USA TODAY, and local media organizations in 43 states in the United States, and Newsquest, a wholly-owned subsidiary operating in the United Kingdom.
We also own digital marketing services companies under the brand LocaliQ, which provide a cloud-based platform of products to enable small and medium-sized businesses to accomplish their marketing goals.
In addition, our portfolio includes one of the largest media-owned events businesses in the U.S., USA TODAY NETWORK Ventures.
Gannett open roles are featured on various external job boards. When applying to a position at Gannett, you should be completing an application on via .
Job postings directing you to complete an application on other external sites may not be valid.
To connect with us, visit
EnMotive, a Gannett Company, is a full-service event services company offering registration, timing, scoring and a wide range of other endurance event solutions.
We work with over 1,000 events per year, using a combination of in-house registration, fundraising and volunteer software as well as industry leading external race timing software.
We are looking for passionate, detail-oriented, computer & technology savvy individuals with the desire to help grow our business and integrate our software solutions to support our mission to becoming the one stop source for endurance and ticketing events.
Candidates should have strong customer service skills, a high degree of computer expertise, a broad knowledge of setting up networks, database management skills, be highly organized and a self-starter.
All candidates must be comfortable working independently and as a member of a team. Applicants should be comfortable and thrive in a fast-paced and sometimes stressful environment.
Base Salary : $57,300 - $65,000
Remote role in the Seattle area
Responsibilities may Include :
- Manage timing functions through the entire process : pre-race software setup, corral and bib management, race day timing functions, posting / confirming results, post-race management of timing inquiries and errors, and finalization of results
- Schedule and train contractors to perform services at events
- Manage and maintain an event budget
- Manage client life-cycle from lead to event execution
- Develop service agreements for client execution
- Responsible for event logistics : booking hotel accommodations, scheduling rental vehicles, creating equipment build lists, charging equipment, loading and unloading of equipment
- Responsible for maintenance of timing equipment : develop a maintenance plan, establish a process for periodic equipment checks and ensure all equipment is functioning and available on race day, arrange any equipment repairs and procure replacement equipment when necessary
- Communicate with event organizers as a consultant to ensure a well-organized and smooth event from all aspects, not just timing
- Responsible for bib preparation : communicating with event organizers to receive or place an order for bibs scheduled around the event timeline, printing and applying timing tags
- Help support, along with the corporate team, and maintain the online registration product to client specifications, ensuring all events are fully operational and provide users with seamless experience.
- Create reporting for analysis of registration data including weekly tracking, demographics for marketing / sponsors, and event-specific data needs
- Knowledge and understanding of all applicable USATF, USAT and EnMotive Rules of Competition as they relate to timing.
- Executing Timing and Event Operations at Events in a Lead Capacity
- Actively recruiting new events and event services for existing clients
- Success in the above areas requires cross-functional relationships with other key members of the EnMotive and client teams.
Required Qualifications :
- College degree preferred
- Race timing / scoring experience preferred, but not necessary
- Event management experience is a plus
- Excellent communication skills, written and verbal
- Strong customer service skills
- Highly organized and able to prioritize and manage multiple projects at any given time
- Excellent decision-making skills, including when working under pressure
- Strong computer skills with the ability to quickly troubleshoot problems
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, especially Microsoft Excel
- Basic knowledge of HTML web design is a plus
- Ability to manage and manipulate large amounts of data, in various formats
- Available to work weekends, select holidays and extended hours
- Ability to travel
- Demonstrated commitment to running, physical fitness, and an overall healthy lifestyle
- A self-starter and possess the ability to work both independently and as part of a team
- All positions will require some travel and the ability to work weekend events. Training will be provided for specific responsibilities;
however, applicants must be eager and capable of learning software programs and technology on their own. Familiarity with the running, triathlon and obstacle racing event space is a plus.
LI-NR2
Gannett Co., Inc. is a proud equal opportunity employer committed to building and maintaining a diverse workforce. As such, we will consider all qualified applicants for employment and do not discriminate in connection with employment decisions on the basis of an applicant or employee’s race, color, national origin, ethnicity, ancestry, citizenship status, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, religion, age, marital status, personal appearance (including height and weight), sexual orientation, family responsibilities, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy status (including childbirth, breastfeeding or related medical conditions), education, genetic characteristics or information, political affiliation, military or veteran status or other classifications protected by applicable federal, state and local laws in the jurisdictions where Gannett employs employees.
In addition, Gannett Co., Inc. will provide applicants who require a reasonable accommodation, as a result of an applicant’s disability or religion, to complete this employment application and / or any other process in connection with an individuals’ application for employment with Gannett Co.
Inc. Applicants who require such accommodation should contact Gannett Co., Inc.’s Recruitment Department at
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- Job Family Events Marketing
- Job Function Marketing
- Pay Type Salary
- Min Hiring Rate $57,300.00
- Max Hiring Rate $65,000.00
- Seattle, WA, USA
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Buyer/Planner
Description
The Buyer / Planner is responsible for purchasing and the end to end tactical management of defined suppliers and / or categories.
This position ensures quality, compliance, and competitive pricing in line with strategic objectives and defined schedules that support the development and commercialization of individualized cancer treatments.
This includes working across the organization to understand supply needs and planning; negotiating best pricing and favorable terms through analytics, RFP, supplier review and knowledge consistent with business short and long term goals and defined metrics.
Skills : Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in business, accounting or related discipline preferred with 0-2 years of purchasing experience in Biotech or related industry
Compensation
$28-$34 / hr
Benefits
Healthcare Insurance : Synectics offers eligible employees and their dependents healthcare coverage through BlueCross BlueShield of Illinois.
Eligibility begins on the 1st day of the calendar month following 60 days of continuous full time employment with Synectics.
Premiums are subsidized by Synectics.
- Dental Insurance : Synectics offers eligible employees and their dependents a dental plan through MetLife. Eligibility begins on the 1st day of the calendar month following 60 days of continuous full time employment with Synectics.
- Vision Insurance : Synectics offers eligible employees vision insurance through VSP. Eligibility begins on the 1st day of the calendar month following 60 days of continuous full time employment with Synectics.
k) Plan : The Synectics Inc. Investment Savings Retirement Plan. Synectics offers all employees who are 21 years of age or older the opportunity to invest in the (k) Plan on the first enrollment date that is at least 30 days after employment begins.
Enrollment dates are each January 1st, April 1st, July 1st, and October 1st.
Technical Certification Bonus : Synectics is pleased to award its employees a bonus of up to $ for an approved professional certification.
In determining the bonus amount, Synectics will consider the cost of the test(s) for any certification relating to your current position, achieved during your employment with us.
Only one Certification Bonus per calendar year may be awarded per employee. Only current, active employees will be eligible to receive this bonus.
It will be awarded 90 days after the Synectics office has received documentation confirming the successful completion of the certification.
Synectics is an equal opportunity employer.
Event Coordinator
Job description
Have you ever heard of Glühwein / Mulled Wine, a Christmas Pyramid, or a Schwibbogen?
A traditional German-style Christmas Market is coming near you in Seattle in November 2023! Set up at the Seattle Centre next to the Space Needle, the market will feature traditional European food and merchandise to spread Christmas Cheers.
The Seattle Christmas Market (SCM) will be supported by the Vancouver Christmas Market (VCM), an established brand that has welcomed over 2.
5 million guests since 2010 in Downtown Vancouver, B.C.
If you are looking for a diverse workplace and want to become part of the upcoming Seattle Christmas Market, we invite you to have a look at our job opportunities and apply.
Full-Time Employment Opportunity Event Coordinator (2 Positions)
The Seattle Christmas Market is seeking two driven, and enthusiastic Event Coordinators, who will report directly to SCM’s General Event Manager.
Successful candidates for this role are creative thinkers who understand the specific needs of the company’s seasonal event while keeping in mind the larger components necessary for its completion.
The candidates are confident leaders and efficient planners. Not only do successful candidates need to be proficient in negotiating, but also have the expertise to manage suppliers, partners and vendors.
The full-time position will be remote from Monday to Friday until September. From October to December, candidates will be required to be on-site based on market hours, which include evenings and weekends.
Roles and Responsibilities
- Act as a first point of contact for all suppliers and vendors;
- Assist in developing and maintaining a detailed production schedule, coordinating activities and timelines with relevant stakeholders;
- Establish and maintain effective communication channels with suppliers to address any operational issues or concerns;
- Coordinate with SCM’s partner company to collect required paperwork from vendors and ensure compliance with regulations and guidelines;
- Oversee the management and distribution of uniforms to staff members;
- Maintain records of uniform inventory and ensure proper care and maintenance of uniforms;
- Collaborate with SCM’s General Event Manager in training staff members;
- Coordinate supplier services and infrastructure during planning, event, and dismantling phases (décor, operations, entertainment, etc.);
- Coordinate suppliers and vendors move-in and move-out in collaboration with SCM’s General Event Manager;
- Collaborate with Yellow Dog (inventory management) to maintain accurate records of inventory levels and monitor stock availability;
- Manage and coordinate scheduling of Hausmeister (handyman) personnel, ensuring appropriate coverage and efficient use of resources;
- Ensure compliance with operational standards, safety regulations, and customer service guidelines;
- Oversee third party Operational team of the Front of House (FOH) area, carousel, and information services;
- Onsite support for sound and stage team in conjunction with VCM Entertainment Coordinator
- Comply with strict standards of quality and accuracy;
- Attend training meetings with suppliers and vendors to stay updated on industry best practices and trends;
- Work hand in hand with other Event Coordinator and be point of contact in their absence.
Requirements and Selection Criteria
- Curious, Inquisitive, Creative, and a Christmas enthusiast;
- 1-2 years' experience executing events / festivals in a coordinator role;
- Bachelor’s degree or Diploma in a related field of study (an event management related degree is preferred);
- Must have advanced proficiency with software and online tools specifically with the full Microsoft Office Suite. Experience with Yellow Dog (Inventory System), Airtable, and Square would be an asset.
- Diplomatic approach while working within policies, rules, and procedures;
- Demonstrative, self-critical, determined approach to completing assignments;
- Ability to multitask within tight deadlines;
- Proven experience managing suppliers for events or festivals;
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills;
- Attention to detail working with documents and projects during the market;
- Excellent organizational skills and project management experience;
- Experience with scheduling and overseeing the activities of large groups;
- Ability to take projects from concept through execution to final production;
- Ability to quickly adapt to changing environments, problem-solving skills, and an innovative mindset including exercising good judgment and decision making;
- Must be available evenings and weekends during event;
- Second Language (German) an asset;
- Valid Driver's license;
- Ability to lift up to 40 pounds and work in an outside environment for long periods of time.
Compensation
- 55,000 USD based on experience
- Performance Bonus
Application Process
Please send RESUME and COVER LETTER
All applications will be kept in confidence. No telephone calls or faxed applications, please. We thank all who express an interest in this position;
however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
COVID-19 considerations :
We require employees to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 unless a medical or religious exemption is approved. Being fully vaccinated means that an individual is at least two weeks past their final dose of an authorized COVID-19 vaccine regimen.
Event Labor Support
Position Summary Details :
The Event Labor Support position provides the cleaning and upkeep of an assigned area.
Pay : $18.69
The pay listed is the hourly range or the hourly rate for this position. A specific offer will vary based on the applicant’s experience, skills, abilities, geographic location, and alignment with market data.
Schedule : Monday Friday Flex Shift
Benefits Information : ABM offers a comprehensive benefits package. For information about ABM’s benefits, visit ABM 2023 Employee Benefits Front Line Team Members ( Programa de beneficios de ).
Essential Functions :
- Cleans and maintains buildings / facilities. Performs heavy cleaning duties, such as cleaning floors, shampooing rugs, washing walls and glass, and removing rubbish.
- Notifies managers concerning the need for minor or major repairs or additions to building operating systems.
- Establishes and maintains effective communication and working relationships with clients, co-workers, shift coordinators, supervisors, managers, etc.
- Complies with all safety, security, compliance, and quality standards and procedures established by the Company, Clients, and regulatory authorities.
- Cleaner must be flexible and willing to complete all tasks that are assigned.
Responsibilities :
- Cleans building floors by sweeping, mopping, scrubbing, or vacuuming them. Follows procedures for the use of chemical cleaners and power equipment in order to prevent damage to floors and fixtures.
- Sometimes using ladders, dust and washing furniture, walls, machines, and equipment; cleans ceilings and dust and polishes light fixtures.
Washes and replaces blinds.
- Moves cabinets, boxes, furniture, crates, and equipment to clean areas, either manually or by using hand trucks
- May remove stains from such surfaces as rugs, drapes, walls, and floors using chemicals and cleaning solutions. May also sweep walks, rake leaves, cut grass, remove snow, or perform other incidental seasonal tasks.
- Mixes water and detergents or acids in containers to prepare cleaning solutions according to specifications.
- Strips, seals, finishes, and polishes floors.
- Cleans and vacuums carpeted areas, including the application of spot cleaning treatment.
- Gathers and empties trash.
- Wipes and cleans tabletops, chairs, and equipment in food areas.
- Cleans and polishes furniture and fixtures.
- Services, cleans, and supplies restrooms.
- Periodically cleans overhead vents, dust blinds, and polishes wood furniture.
- Cleans interior partition glass, windows, glass partitions, and mirrors using soapy water or other cleaners, sponges, and squeegees.
- Sprays insecticides and fumigants to prevent insect and rodent infestation.
- Sets up, arranges, and removes decorations, tables, chairs, ladders, and scaffolding to prepare facilities for events such as banquets and meetings.
- Must keep janitor’s closet neat and orderly and maintain equipment in good working order.
- Requisitions supplies and equipment needed for cleaning and maintenance duties.
- Monitors building security and safety by performing such tasks as locking doors after operating hours and possibly checking electrical appliance use to ensure that hazards are not created.
- Drives vehicles (if required) to perform or travel to cleaning work, including vans, industrial trucks, or industrial vacuum cleaners.
- May be expected to make basic repairs.
- Miscellaneous duties as assigned.
Qualifications :
- Must be 18 years of age or older.
- Must meet all requirements to receive approval for working in specific ATS environments (if applicable), including ten-year work history if available.
Preferred Qualifications :
- Customer Service experience.
- 1 yr of similar work experience.
Materials Planner
Just-Evotec Biologics is seeking a highly motivated Materials Planner that desires a significant opportunity to improve worldwide access to biotherapeutics.
The primary focus of this job is to lead the demand management process by working closely with Manufacturing, Quality, Supply Chain and Business Teams to create materials demand requisitions for procurement for both Just-Evotec Biologics state of the art J.
POD™ Facility, located in Redmond, WA, as well as Just-Evotec Biologics Clinical Production Facility, located in the South Lake Union neighborhood in Seattle, WA.
The primary job responsibilities include :
- Partner with Project Management, Quality and Supply Chain to identify and qualify new suppliers or vendors
- Support Project Management, Quality and Supply Chain in the creation and maintenance of raw material requirements and specifications
- Forecast and maintain materials supply using demand planning tools
- Minimize inventory while ensuring material availability
- Monitor inventory levels against identified target levels and planning assumptions and schedule the supply of materials / components to meet production requirements and minimum safety stock levels
- Day-to-day requisition management and management of deliveries, as required
- Understand and manage risks to minimize impact on production schedule
- Take follow up actions in relation to material shortages that affect production
- Implement all processes to agreed standards and targets and identify and support continuous improvement initiatives.
- Utilize any Material Requirements Planning system (MRP) or IT system that is in place and ensure that data is accurate and up to date and resolve any issues as required
- Monitor Bill of Materials (BOM) integrity and support inventory checks to ensure inventory accuracy
- Create regular statistical reports and analysis and update others in the organization
- Partner with Procurement on Return Materials Authorization (RMA) instances
Additional responsibilities :
- Generate and communicate supplier material delivery schedules and forecasts to ensure they reflect requirements and meet demands
- Support Supply Chain Management & Procurement in the negotiation of supply agreements and contracts, as needed.
- Facilitate the resolution of any supplier concerns or disputes to prevent supply disruptions
- Evaluate supplier performance in conjunction with members of the Supply Chain Management team
Educational Requirements :
Bachelor’s Degree required in Science, Engineering, or Business / Supply Chain with 5+ years’ experience in manufacturing operations including roles involved with materials planning and production scheduling in a cGMP manufacturing environment.
Qualification Requirements :
- Motivated, self-starter
- Strong interpersonal, team, oral and written communication skills are a must
- Significant experience working with ERP systems, specifically Materials Management, Supply Chain Management, Demand Planning, Inventory Management and Production Scheduling modules in a cGMP environment.
- Candidate must possess strong focus on quality and attention to detail
- Possess effective task / time management organizational skills
- APICS Certification preferred
- Strong computer skills include Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Power Point, and MS Project)
Evotec (US) Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, gender, age, disability, genetic information, gender expression, gender identity, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, or veteran status.