Experiential Marketing Specialist

Wolfspeed is seeking an Experiential Marketing Specialist to assist in the execution of its global trade show and events program. We're looking for a team player, with a high capacity for organization and passion for details. A successful candidate will be a strong communicator who loves a spreadsheet. This role will support our Experiential Marketing Lead in executing large tradeshows and events, while taking ownership of smaller events. This role is best suited for someone eager to learn, grow and develop their experiential expertise in a hands-on role.

• Assist in managing event project planning, tracking and execution from kick-off call to post-show debrief.
• Support and organize tradeshow participation including sponsorships, booth space, demo logistics, team dinners, miscellaneous event logistics, and post-show evaluations and reports.
• Assist with global events budget tracking, including creating POs, vendor onboarding, and AP troubleshooting.
• Coordinate booth design, construction, and services with all stakeholders and vendors involved in partnership with BU or regional marketing teams.

• Direct logistics for other miscellaneous meetings, dinners and symposiums.
• Support management of booth inventory/storage materials and recommend maintenance needs like repairs, disposal or graphic renewals.
• Manage giveaways selection, ordering and inventory with vendor.
• Support the hotel block booking process and/or coordinate rooming list with in-house travel team.
• Collaborate with sales enablement to provide show briefs and promotion to sales.

• Prepare kits and necessary on-site event material needs.
• Collaborate with internal digital and comms teams to coordinate cross-functionally, provide resources and execute deliverables, as needed.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree or equivalent work experience in Marketing, Advertising, Communications, PR or related field

• 1-2 years of experience in event, tradeshow and/or meeting planning
• A passion for processes and the ability to multi-task efficiently
• A self-starter, able to work independently, asking questions when needed
• Strong project and time management skills
• Team player, willing to work collaboratively

• Strong customer service and communication skills to manage interactions between internal teams, suppliers, third party vendors and other contributors
• Ability to work in a highly matrixed and geographically diverse business environment
• Proficient in Microsoft Outlook, Word, PowerPoint, Excel, with capacity to learn applications such as SharePoint, Project Management Tools, Brand Folder and others
• Ability to travel both internationally and domestically 15-20% of time

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.