Earn weekly pay with BDS! As the Event Specialist, you will work in conjunction with the Event Manager to meet client goals through the development and execution of all team events. As the Event Specialist, you will be responsible for collaborating with the Event Manager and working directly with the field team to ensure all events are executed to the client’s standards. 

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WHAT WE OFFER

• Competitive pay 
• Weekly pay schedule & early wage access - get paid when you need it!
• Health and wellness benefits plans
• Paid time off and holidays
• 401(k) with employer matching
• Referral bonus
• Tax savings with flexible spending accounts for parking, transit, dependents, and healthcare costs
• Opportunity to work with a growing company that actively rewards and promotes its employees

WHAT YOU'LL DO

• Coordinate events and stay within budget constraints
• Maintain trackers and manage inventory for event kits
• Analyze data (event coverage, shipping trackers, budgets, materials lists, etc.)
• Manage field questions and problem solve solutions
• Communicate program status to the client and account management
• Provide direction, in coordination with Event Manager, to the field supervisors and field team
• Work closely with cross-functional departments in support of the account and program
• Assist with Moto Insiders support; loading new content, ordering prizes, etc.
• Analyze data (store lists, staff hours)
• Other tasks as requested by management

WHAT YOU'LL BRING

Experience and Education:

• High School Diploma or Equivalent

Skills and Attributes:

• Results oriented; ability to ask clarifying questions in order to come to a resolution
• Ability to prioritize tasks and take initiative 
• Attention to detail and quick learner
• Excellent verbal, written, interpersonal communication, and active listening skills
• Strong organizational skills with an ability to multi-task
• Ability to think outside of the box; problem solve and troubleshoot with field team
• Able to adapt to changes and respond supportively in working with various circumstances and people
• Able to deal with varied issues with integrity, honestly and in a candid, straightforward manner
• Develop and maintain positive working relationships with others
• Proficient in Word, Outlook and PowerPoint; Advanced in Excel

Physical Requirements:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to:

• Regularly sit, grasp, talk and/or hear
• Occasionally walk and/or stand
• Occasionally carry and lift office supplies up to 10 lbs
• Continuous hand/eye coordination and fine manipulation 

We will consider for employment all qualified Applicants, including those with Criminal Histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance.

Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

BDS Connected Solutions. (“BDS”) is an equal opportunity employer in every aspect of employment, including but not limited to; selection, training, development and promotion of the most qualified candidates and employees without regard to their race, gender, color, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, age, physical or mental disability, citizenship status, veteran status, or any other characteristic prohibited by state or local law. BDS is committed to equal employment opportunity in all other privileges, terms and conditions of employment that may not be covered in this statement. BDS is an at-will employer.

BDS Connected Solutions offers a complete suite of Connected Commerce solutions that blend Advocacy, Training, Retail, Virtual, Experiential, and Digital environments to influence the modern buyer, regardless of where they are on their shopping journey. Since 1985, BDS has been inspired by innovation; as we continue to evolve as a trendsetter in today’s disruptive market, we enable our clients to do the same. Our industry-leading experts never stop working to discover, design, and deploy custom buying solutions that empower brands to achieve and exceed their unique sales goals. BDS is headquartered in Irvine, California with a regional office in New York City, New York. Visit us at www.BDSsolutions.com for more information.