Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Compensation
Type:
Salary
Rate:
Range $80,000.00 - $99,000.00
Work Schedule
Standard Hours
Flexible
Benefits
Access to learning and development resources
Internal mobility opportunities
Employee Referral Bonus Program
Participation in employee resource groups
Paid Time Off
floating holidays
Paid parental leave
Medical insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
401k plan with company match
Flexible spending account
Mass transit benefits
Dependent care plan
Health savings account with annual company contribution
short-term disability insurance
long-term disability insurance
Life insurance
Pet insurance
Accident care
Access to legal advice
Job Description
Redwood Logistics is a prominent leader in the freight technology industry, recognized by Gartner in their Modern 4PL Market Guide. The company operates at the forefront of supply chain innovation by combining advanced technology with the expertise of its skilled workforce. With a strong presence across North America and Mexico, Redwood Logistics offers a comprehensive and data-driven network of solutions tailored to optimize logistics execution. The company’s integrated platform and broad range of services facilitate efficient and effective freight management, establishing Redwood as a key player within the mid-market segment of the technology-driven freight industry.
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Job Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in marketing, business administration, or a related field preferred
- Minimum of 3 years experience in executing and managing corporate events
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
- Experience with project management tools such as Wrike, Asana, or similar
- Excellent communication skills
- Strong organizational and multitasking capabilities
- Ability to manage budgets and coordinate logistics
- Willingness to work in a hybrid environment in Chicago, IL
- Availability to work Monday through Friday with flexibility as needed
Job Qualifications
- Exceptional verbal and written communication skills
- Exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail
- Strong analytical, prioritization, and problem-solving skills
- Proficiency in time management
- Ability to be proactive and self-motivated
- Ability to create, implement, and monitor budgets
- Thorough understanding of principles and methods used to plan and execute corporate events
- Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite and related software
- Comfort working within project management tools such as Wrike, Asana, or similar
- Minimum of 3 years experience in executing and managing corporate events
Job Duties
- Oversee and organize schedule for all customer-focused Redwood events
- Assist in producing multiple, coinciding events from conception to completion, meeting intended goals and expectations for each
- Coordinate all event activities by giving direction and guidance to internal attendees, marketing contributors, invitees, and vendors
- Represent Redwood at meetings and provide onsite support where necessary
- Secure venues, transportation, entertainment, and all trade show-related reservations
- Coordinate with vendors on requirements, prepare and complete contracts, and manage payments and invoicing for events
- Monitor and distribute agendas, plans, booth schedules, rules, and reports to relevant stakeholders
- Work with leadership to regularly evaluate budget and execution to plan, effectively communicating variances in a timely manner
- Contribute to development and implementation of marketing and advertising plans including ads, social media, emails, press releases, SDR connectivity, and graphic design
- Handle issues and troubleshoot problems, anticipating possible scenarios and recommending solutions
- Conduct market research on industry events and maintain knowledge of trends and developments in the supply chain market
- Identify new opportunities for investment in high-return events
- Perform other duties as assigned
Job Qualifications
Experience
Mid Level (3-7 years)
Job Location
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