Retail Events Project Lead/Assistant Manager

Overview:

The Retail Events Project Lead/Assistant Manager works closely with our SVP Strategic Partnerships, Events and Charitable Giving and our Manager, Brand Events and Partnerships on all retail initiatives. The ideal candidate has strong experience with event development and execution, and a proven track record of generating increased traffic, sales and brand awareness across a range of retail events. This candidate has established a network of industry partners and vendors nationwide, with a strong ability to maintain interpersonal relationships. The ideal candidate has great project management skills and maintains composure in a fast-paced work environment, providing a personalized and exceptional experience for our external partners. This position reports to the SVP Strategic Partnerships, Events and Charitable Giving and works from our NYC corporate office.

Responsibilities:

• Foster strong working relationships with external brand partners that have a national presence and the ability to activate across multiple retail doors.
• Execute multi-market retail initiatives that align with the overarching goals of the department and company.
• Serve as liaison between all external event partner and retail locations through all stages of the event planning and execution process.
• Conduct research on competitor brands to ensure Veronica Beard is positioning itself at the forefront of the industry.
• Develops event strategies, tailored to multi-market retail stores, that drive sales, build brand awareness, customer loyalty, and community relations.
• Strengthen the retail event program through the creation of a more formalized and uniform approach to in-store activations and partnerships.

Skills and Experience:

• 3-4 years’ experience in Special Events or Communications, Experience in RTW, advanced contemporary, or luxury preferred.
• Proficiency in Adobe Photoshop
• Strong organizational skills and impeccable attention to detail
• Willingness to travel to events and regional store locations as necessary.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Openness to hands-on program management
• Ability to proactively prioritize and complete multiple projects simultaneously.
• Independent work ethic with excellent time management skills and the capacity to meet deadlines.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to speak effectively in interpersonal situations and serve as an ambassador of the brand.
• Dedication to working in fashion/retail with knowledge of the fashion cycle, as well as industry influencers, celebrities, trends, and pop culture.
• B.A. or B.S. in Marketing/Communications (or a related field)

The base salary range for this role is between $60,000 and $70,000. The relevant base salary will vary depending on wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions, including but not limited to, skill sets, experience, training, degrees, and certifications. The base salary is just one component of our total compensation offerings, which consist of a comprehensive benefits package as well as a short-term incentive program, clothing allowance, and merchandise discounts.

At Veronica Beard, we are committed to creating and maintaining a workplace where every single employee can thrive and feel valued. As a company, we firmly believe that there is strength in diversity. We seek to recruit talent from a variety of perspectives and backgrounds and are actively seeking candidates with a dedication to advancing equity, inclusion, and racial and social justice in their work.

Veronica Beard is committed to an environment of mutual respect and is an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer. No employee or applicant is discriminated against because of race, color, sex (including pregnancy), age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, parental status, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.