What are the responsibilities and job description for the Corporate Events Manager position at James Hardie?
James Hardie Building Products Inc. is the North American leader in fiber cement home siding and exterior design solutions. Hardie® products offer long lasting beauty and endless design possibilities with trusted protection and low maintenance. The company pioneered modern fiber cement building products and continues to invest in innovation to transform the industry. James Hardie is a high-performance organization, with an unwavering commitment to Zero Harm. The company proudly employs a diverse workforce of over 3,000 employees across operations in North America.
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As the Corporate Events Manager you will oversee the full lifecycle of James Hardie's marquee events, from initial strategy development through to successful delivery. In this role you will be responsible for the end-to-end management of several key events, ensuring they are aligned with the company’s strategic objectives and brand positioning. You will handle all aspects of event execution with the support of an Events Specialist, ensuring flawless planning, organization, and communication throughout the process. A high level of organizational ability, strategic thinking, and effective communication are essential for your success in this role.
What You’ll Do :
- Execution of the PGA TOUR Champions event from a title sponsorship perspective, management of James Hardie’s sponsorship and presence at the annual International Builders Show, high-profile corporate Habitat for Humanity partnership events across North America, and other JH-sponsored events as they arise.
- Ensures alignment and buy-in from key stakeholders is achieved early on
- Provides steady stream of communication throughout the event planning process with key stakeholders and leadership team members
- Establishes and oversees full event budget
- Establishes and oversees event planning timeline
- Directs in-house or external graphic designers, photographers, and other media-production specialists integral to the completion of event.
- Brings new ideas and out-of-the-box concepts to event
- Has keen focus on connecting with target audiences including homeowner, trades or the public.
- Keeps manager, senior leaders and key stakeholders informed along the event planning process, while operating autonomously, with support where needed.
The position responsibilities outlined above are in no way to be construed as all encompassing. Other duties, responsibilities, and qualifications may be required and / or assigned as necessary.
What You’ll Bring :
Client-side experience a plus, but event management and production experience agency-side will be considered
What You’ll Receive :
Apply now and come “home” to Hardie!’
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James Hardie Building Products Inc. is an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, gender, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity / expression, genetic information, veteran's status, marital status, pregnancy, disability, or any other basis protected by law.
