Senior Event & Field Operations Manager at FluidLogic – El Segundo, California
About This Position
At FluidLogic, we're reimagining how humans hydrate. Our Intelligent Hydration systems combine cutting-edge hardware with powerful software to optimize performance, health, and recovery—starting with elite athletes and expanding to everyday adventurers. We believe the future of wellness is precision-driven, personalized, and always evolving—and we're just getting started.
About the Role
We’re seeking a highly organized, creative, and strategic Senior Event & Field Operations Manager to lead the planning and execution of large-scale customer-facing initiatives — including trade shows, sales demos, photoshoots, and data science research mobilizations. You’ll ensure every execution — from research field deployments to live brand experiences — runs seamlessly, reflects our precision-driven identity, and drives company goals in sales, marketing, and innovation.
This role reports directly to the VP of Brand Creative and serves as a critical operational partner to marketing, sales, and R&D leadership. You’ll blend creative problem-solving with disciplined operational management, overseeing complex logistics, asset tracking, vendor partnerships, and travel coordination across multiple teams and activations
What You'll Do- Lead the end-to-end planning and execution of trade shows, demos, photoshoots, and data science research mobilizations — managing concepting, scheduling, budgeting, logistics, and on-site operations.
- Oversee asset tracking and logistics management, maintaining inventory accuracy, transport readiness, and proper storage for demo gear, branded materials, and research equipment.
- Manage vendor relationships, including negotiation, contracts, performance tracking, and long-term partnership development across fabrication, shipping, creative, and technical service providers.
- Coordinate all travel logistics for teams, talent, and assets, managing itineraries, bookings, and schedules for domestic and international activations.
- Orchestrate data science research mobilizations, aligning technical, marketing, and operations teams to ensure efficient and compliant data collection and testing logistics.
- Own sales demo and brand experience operations, ensuring all customer-facing setups are polished, functional, and strategically aligned with marketing and sales goals.
- Orchestrate photoshoots and media productions, coordinating creative teams, talent, and locations to deliver cohesive, high-quality visual assets that reinforce the brand.
- Develop and manage master event strategy and calendar, aligning activations with company milestones, launches, and market opportunities.
- Track budgets, expenses, and ROI, ensuring financial accountability and continuous performance improvement.
- Serve as the operational hub between creative, sales, and R&D teams, maintaining transparent communication and ensuring seamless execution from planning to delivery.
- All activations — from field research to national trade shows — are executed flawlessly, on schedule, and within budget.
- Assets, materials, and demo equipment are consistently tracked and accounted for across programs.
- Vendor relationships are strong, cost-effective, and performance-driven.
- Teams are aligned and supported through clear communication and operational excellence.
- Post-event analytics demonstrate measurable business and brand impact.
- You’re recognized as a strategic partner to the VP of Brand Creative, trusted to transform ideas into exceptional, high-performing brand experiences.
- 5+ years of experience in event management, marketing operations, or field logistics, ideally in a technology, consumer, or performance-oriented industry.
- Proven experience managing large-scale events, demos, research deployments, and complex logistics.
- Strong skills in asset tracking, vendor management, and travel coordination.
- Excellent project management, negotiation, and communication skills.
- Proficiency with project management tools (Asana, Monday.com) and CRM or logistics systems (Airtable, HubSpot, etc.).
- Creative problem-solving ability and composure under pressure.
- Willingness to travel up to 30% and manage dynamic event and production schedules.
Nice to Have
- Background in experiential marketing, brand storytelling, or production management.
- Familiarity with data-driven research operations or technical fieldwork logistics.
This is a full-time position based out of our El Segundo office, following a hybrid schedule. While some remote flexibility is available, we place a strong emphasis on onsite presence for collaboration, team engagement, and hands-on work.
What We OfferAt FluidLogic, we’re building something exciting—and we want you to be part of it. As a fast-paced startup, we value agility, creativity, and collaboration. Here’s what you can expect when you join our team:
- Health & Wellness
We offer comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance to keep you and your loved ones covered. - 401(k) Retirement Plan
Prepare for the future with our 401(k) plan. While we don’t offer a company match just yet, we’re committed to growing together. - Unlimited PTO
We trust our team to take time off responsibly. Whether it’s for rest, travel, or personal needs, you’re empowered to recharge when needed. - Flexible Work Schedule
We offer flexibility in your day-to-day, with a strong emphasis on in-person collaboration. We believe the best ideas happen when we’re together—sharing, building, and solving problems side by side. - Company-Provided Equipment
You’ll receive a laptop and any essential tools to help you do your best work from day one. - Snacks & Refreshments
Stay fueled with a variety of onsite snacks and beverages to keep your energy up throughout the day. - Startup Energy
Be part of a fast-moving, hands-on environment where your contributions make a real impact. We’re growing quickly, and every team member plays a key role in shaping our future. - Observed Holidays
We observe standard U.S. holidays so you can enjoy time with family and friends.
The pay range for this role is:
115,000 - 125,000 USD per year(El Segundo)