What are the responsibilities and job description for the Event Coordinator position at Pernod Ricard?
Location: Louisville, KY, US
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Pernod Ricard is a global premium spirits and wine company. We’re the team behind leading brands such as ABSOLUT® Vodka, Jameson® Irish Whiskey, Malibu®, Kahlúa® Liqueur, Beefeater® Gin, and Avión™ Tequila, as well as many more superior wines and exquisite champagnes!
Working at Pernod Ricard is all about igniting conviviality in all that we do. Derived from the French word, convivialité…it means human connection, authenticity, friendly, and jovial. Conviviality is energy and spirit with a splash of je ne sais quoi and is a core philosophy around how we live and work at Pernod Ricard. Here, we are team players, dream makers, trailblazers, movers and (cocktail) shakers. We have a passion for living life to the fullest, making new friends every day, and realizing our potential as people and as a business!
The salary range for this role, based in Kentucky is $46,024.00 to $57,530.00. The range will vary if outside of this location. Base salaries are determined during our interview process, by assessing a candidate’s experience, skills against internal peers and against the scope and responsibilities of the position.
Key Responsibilities
- Event Management: 70%
- Serve as onsite lead for private and corporate events at Rabbit Hole Distillery for event attendees and clients, answering questions and resolving issues as needed.
- Serve as main point of contact with 3rd party vendors for internal and external events
- Support Pernod Ricard and Rabbit Hole internal events as part of the Brand Home operation.
- Commercial/ Market Support: 20%
- Support on-site selection Rabbit Hole Single Barrel Experiences.
- Support Events Manager with outside Brand Home led events, tastings, activations
- Brand Home Operation: 10%
- Support activities associated with the day-to-day operations of the Brand Home tourism experience
- Support Brand Home operations with reservation and booking of VIP/Trade groups
Other Roles & Responsibilities
- Plan and execute a variety of events, including private tours and tastings, corporate events, off site tasting events, and other special occasions.
- Work closely with clients the day of the event to determine needs and preferences and ensure that all details are accounted for.
- Coordinate with vendors, caterers, rental companies, to ensure that all necessary equipment and services are secured.
- Assist with event setup and breakdown, including decorating, arranging furniture, and coordinating with staff.
- Support overall brand home programs, experiences, and operations as part of the Brand Home experience team
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in hospitality management, event planning, or a related field.
- 2 years of experience in event coordination, preferably in a hospitality or tourism setting.
- Strong organizational and project management skills.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Ability to work nights and weekends as schedule by Manager and as needed by the Brand Home operation
- Attention to detail and ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
- Proficiency in Shopify, Tripleseat, Toast and AnyRoad platforms
- Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends, as needed.
When you join Pernod Ricard, you’ll experience a workplace that is rich in heritage, driven by our iconic brands and a long-standing commitment to sustainability, safety, and giving back to the people and communities where we work. We know that happiness at work starts with that feeling of belonging you get from an inclusive culture where being uniquely you is celebrated. Our values are lived, they drive our behaviors, and it’s what brings our
culture to life
.Our work philosophy celebrates the magic of human connection with the flexibility needed to provide one's most meaningful contribution. We offer a flexible work policy, with most of our positions offering a hybrid or remote option. As a global employer, we understand that not everyone’s working hours are the same, and we empower our employees to work the hours that make the most sense for their and their team’s schedules.
We offer employees great benefits and perks to toast to a life filled with support. Check out
PRUSABenefits.com
for details.Pernod Ricard USA is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It employs qualified individuals based solely on ability, training, and experience, and does not and will not, discriminate for or against any employee or applicant for employment or promotion based upon actual or perceived race, color, religion, sex, age, disability, national origin, citizenship, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, military service or any other classification protected by law. Offers will be subject to United States local terms.
Pernod Ricard USA is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, Pernod Ricard USA will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations for the hiring process. To request reasonable accommodation during the application process, contact your talent acquisition manager.
Job Posting End Date:
Target Hire Date:
2025-03-15
Target End Date:
Salary : $46,024 - $57,530
