Events Manager at Kings River Packing, LP – Sanger, California

This is an on-site role at Kings River Packing, LP headquarters office in Sanger, CA.

The Event Manager is responsible for planning dynamic and engaging events that drive new business and strengthen Kings River Packing’s unique culture. This role develops, plan, and execute all aspects of event logistics and execution while managing company swag programs to support buyer visits, trade shows, and seasonal promotions. The ideal candidate is highly organized, adaptable under pressure, and skilled at coordinating multiple moving parts to deliver seamless experiences aligned with the company’s broader marketing strategy.

About the Role:

• Event Planning & Execution: Develop, plan, and execute a wide range of corporate events and trade shows from inception to completion.
• Logistics Management: Coordinate all event logistics, including registration, hotels, setup, and vendor service agreements.
• Budget & Timeline Oversight: Manage event timelines, budgets, and schedules to ensure all milestones and deadlines are met.
• Stakeholder Collaboration: Work with internal teams to define event objectives, themes, and desired outcomes.
• Vendor Negotiation: Identify and negotiate with vendors and service providers to secure the best rates and services.
• On-Site Leadership: Lead on-site event execution, ensuring all aspects run smoothly and according to plan.
• Troubleshooting: Resolve any issues that arise during events to ensure a positive attendee experience.
• Event Marketing: Develop and implement event marketing strategies to drive attendance and engagement.
• Post-Event Analysis: Conduct evaluations, gather feedback, and prepare detailed reports on event outcomes, including attendee satisfaction and budget performance.
• Company Swag Management:
  • Establish seasonal swag items aligned with brand identity and marketing objectives.
  • Source and manage vendors for quality, cost, and timely delivery.
  • Launch seasonal swag collections twice per year.
  • Maintain adequate inventory for buyer visits, trade shows, and promotional needs.
  • Track usage and reorder as necessary to ensure availability.
• Travel: Domestic travel as needed for event execution and swag coordination.
• Other duties as assigned.

• Bachelor’s degree in Event Management, Hospitality, Marketing, or related field.
• 3–5 years of experience in corporate event planning and management.
• Proven track record of successfully managing large-scale corporate events.
• Strong project management skills with the ability to multitask and prioritize.
• Excellent negotiation and vendor management abilities.
• Creative thinking and problem-solving skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Proficiency in event management software and tools.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends, as needed.
• Experience managing promotional merchandise programs or sourcing vendors preferred.
• High adaptability and comfort working in a fast-paced, changing environment.

Physical Demands & Abilities:

• Ability to sit and stand for extended periods of time, working from a computer, talking on the phone.
• Ability to lift 50 lbs.

Compensation & Benefits:

• Annual Salary $90,000 – $120,000 DOE
• Salary range $25-30/hr., DOE
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Generous paid time off, 48 hours sick leave and 8 paid holidays
• 401k with 4% matching after 1 year service
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA) Medical and Dependent Care options
• Onsite team building

This information reflects a base salary range that Kings River Packing reasonably expects to pay for the position based on a number of factors which may include job-related knowledge, skills, education, certification, and experience. The job posting is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Other duties, responsibilities and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice.

Kings River Packing, LP is an Equality Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.