Wayfair
Marketing Events Manager
Wayfair, Boston, Massachusetts, us, 02298
Who We Are:
Wayfair Professional, the B2B division of Wayfair, is the go-to destination for millions of businesses across various industries. Our free membership offers exclusive benefits, including up to 15% off everyday Pro pricing, comprehensive project support, and fast, free shipping.
What You’ll Do:
As the Manager of Events for Wayfair Professional, you will play a crucial role in overseeing the planning and execution of high-impact events. You will be instrumental in cultivating and managing relationships with key industry partners, including vendors and sponsors, while enhancing brand awareness and strengthening our market presence through strategically executed events. Your responsibilities will include developing and implementing a comprehensive events marketing strategy, planning and coordinating high-profile events such as trade shows, conferences, and first-party physical retail gatherings, as well as leading a high-performing team dedicated to event management and execution.
What You’ll Need:
Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Business Administration, Communications, or a related field; MBA or advanced degree preferred.
5+ years of experience in events marketing, event management, or a related role, with a proven track record of successful events and sponsorships.
Proven ability to plan, execute, and manage large-scale events, from conceptualization through post-event analysis, including logistics, budgeting, and vendor coordination.
Comfort negotiating contracts and managing agreements with vendors, sponsors, and partners.
Skilled in designing engaging and memorable event experiences, with a strong understanding of the creative process and how to effectively guide creative teams through comprehensive briefs.
Understanding of marketing principles to promote events effectively.
Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build and maintain relationships with vendors, sponsors, and media partners.
Strong analytical skills to assess the effectiveness of events and provide actionable insights and recommendations.
Excellent organizational skills with a keen attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously under tight deadlines.
Experience leading and motivating a team, fostering a collaborative and high-performance work environment.
Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to adapt to changing priorities and unexpected challenges.
A strong interest in and knowledge of the Interior Design and/or Commercial Office industries is a plus.
Willingness to travel 20-25% of the time.
An Important Note about Wayfair's In-Office Policy:
All Boston-based interns, Co-ops, and corporate employees will be in office in a hybrid capacity. Employees will work in the office on designated days, Monday - Thursday, and work remotely Friday.
At this time, Wayfair does not provide sponsorship for employment authorization for this position.
Massachusetts Applicants : I understand that it is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.
About Wayfair Inc.
Wayfair is one of the world’s largest online destinations for the home. Whether you work in our global headquarters in Boston or Berlin, or in our warehouses or offices throughout the world, we’re reinventing the way people shop for their homes. Through our commitment to industry-leading technology and creative problem-solving, we are confident that Wayfair will be home to the most rewarding work of your career. If you’re looking for rapid growth, constant learning, and dynamic challenges, then you’ll find that amazing career opportunities are knocking.
No matter who you are, Wayfair is a place you can call home. We’re a community of innovators, risk-takers, and trailblazers who celebrate our differences, and know that our unique perspectives make us stronger, smarter, and well-positioned for success. We value and rely on the collective voices of our employees, customers, community, and suppliers to help guide us as we build a better Wayfair – and world – for all. Every voice, every perspective matters. That’s why we’re proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, ethnicity, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship status, marital status, disability, gender identity, gender expression, veteran status, genetic information, or any other legally protected characteristic.
Your personal data is processed in accordance with our Candidate Privacy Notice (https://www.wayfair.com/careers/privacy). If you have any questions or wish to exercise your rights under applicable privacy and data protection laws, please contact us atdataprotectionofficer@wayfair.com.
Wayfair Professional, the B2B division of Wayfair, is the go-to destination for millions of businesses across various industries. Our free membership offers exclusive benefits, including up to 15% off everyday Pro pricing, comprehensive project support, and fast, free shipping.
What You’ll Do:
As the Manager of Events for Wayfair Professional, you will play a crucial role in overseeing the planning and execution of high-impact events. You will be instrumental in cultivating and managing relationships with key industry partners, including vendors and sponsors, while enhancing brand awareness and strengthening our market presence through strategically executed events. Your responsibilities will include developing and implementing a comprehensive events marketing strategy, planning and coordinating high-profile events such as trade shows, conferences, and first-party physical retail gatherings, as well as leading a high-performing team dedicated to event management and execution.
What You’ll Need:
Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Business Administration, Communications, or a related field; MBA or advanced degree preferred.
5+ years of experience in events marketing, event management, or a related role, with a proven track record of successful events and sponsorships.
Proven ability to plan, execute, and manage large-scale events, from conceptualization through post-event analysis, including logistics, budgeting, and vendor coordination.
Comfort negotiating contracts and managing agreements with vendors, sponsors, and partners.
Skilled in designing engaging and memorable event experiences, with a strong understanding of the creative process and how to effectively guide creative teams through comprehensive briefs.
Understanding of marketing principles to promote events effectively.
Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build and maintain relationships with vendors, sponsors, and media partners.
Strong analytical skills to assess the effectiveness of events and provide actionable insights and recommendations.
Excellent organizational skills with a keen attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously under tight deadlines.
Experience leading and motivating a team, fostering a collaborative and high-performance work environment.
Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to adapt to changing priorities and unexpected challenges.
A strong interest in and knowledge of the Interior Design and/or Commercial Office industries is a plus.
Willingness to travel 20-25% of the time.
An Important Note about Wayfair's In-Office Policy:
All Boston-based interns, Co-ops, and corporate employees will be in office in a hybrid capacity. Employees will work in the office on designated days, Monday - Thursday, and work remotely Friday.
At this time, Wayfair does not provide sponsorship for employment authorization for this position.
Massachusetts Applicants : I understand that it is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.
About Wayfair Inc.
Wayfair is one of the world’s largest online destinations for the home. Whether you work in our global headquarters in Boston or Berlin, or in our warehouses or offices throughout the world, we’re reinventing the way people shop for their homes. Through our commitment to industry-leading technology and creative problem-solving, we are confident that Wayfair will be home to the most rewarding work of your career. If you’re looking for rapid growth, constant learning, and dynamic challenges, then you’ll find that amazing career opportunities are knocking.
No matter who you are, Wayfair is a place you can call home. We’re a community of innovators, risk-takers, and trailblazers who celebrate our differences, and know that our unique perspectives make us stronger, smarter, and well-positioned for success. We value and rely on the collective voices of our employees, customers, community, and suppliers to help guide us as we build a better Wayfair – and world – for all. Every voice, every perspective matters. That’s why we’re proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, ethnicity, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship status, marital status, disability, gender identity, gender expression, veteran status, genetic information, or any other legally protected characteristic.
Your personal data is processed in accordance with our Candidate Privacy Notice (https://www.wayfair.com/careers/privacy). If you have any questions or wish to exercise your rights under applicable privacy and data protection laws, please contact us atdataprotectionofficer@wayfair.com.