Manager, Marketing Engagement

The Manager, Marketing Engagement is a key member of the Corporate Communications & Engagement team. This role is responsible for designing and executing a comprehensive event, sponsorship, and trade show strategy that aligns with corporate growth goals, marketing campaigns, and stakeholder engagement initiatives. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in event management, marketing, and communications, with the ability to shape audience experiences, manage budgets, and especially to collaborate across the company.

Key Responsibilities:

Collaborate with Communications, Marketing, and Growth teams to establish and implement trade show and stakeholder engagement strategies aligned with corporate objectives.
• Plan, budget, and execute annual trade shows, conferences, and external engagements, ensuring timely and cost-effective delivery.
• Manage the annual event budget, track expenses, reconcile vendor payments, and ensure adherence to corporate policies and brand guidelines.
• Lead end-to-end logistics for booth design, setup, and on-site management, coordinating with internal teams and external vendors to deliver seamless, on-brand experiences.
• Develop, manage, and communicate an operational rhythm for strategic engagements, aligning with corporate priorities on an annual basis.
• Organize and moderate planning calls, align demo themes with business needs, and ensure event objectives are met.
• Manage post-show activities, including lead collection, survey distribution, debrief sessions, and preparation of executive summaries for high-priority events to optimize outcomes.
• Cultivate relationships with executive leadership, exhibit houses, show management, and vendor partners to ensure flawless event execution and budget compliance.
• Research and qualify relevant industry events, speaking opportunities, and audience activities, ensuring alignment with corporate goals.
• Facilitate program-related meetings and prepare executive-ready presentations for leadership.
• Serve as a Peraton Brand Ambassador, consistently promoting the brand through event-related content capture (e.g., photos, videos).
• Partner with internal stakeholders to facilitate thought leadership opportunities at key events.
• Exercise strong organizational leadership and discretion in all matters concerning Corporate Communications & Engagement.

Required:

• Bachelor's degree in communications, journalism, marketing, or a related field (additional experience may substitute for education).
• Minimum of 10 years of experience with 6+ years in business communications, public relations, event management, or related fields. May have supervisory or lead experience.
• Proficiency in writing marketing collateral, advertising, media pitches, executive summaries, and AP style.
• Experience managing a team.
• Experience managing vendor payments, reconciling expenses, and tracking budgets.
• Familiarity with government contracting, technology industries, and event management best practices.

Desired:

• Innovative self-starter with the ability to work independently and collaboratively across cultures and organizations.
• Demonstrated project management skills with experience in matrixed organizational environments.
• Strong oral and written communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
• Relevant experience in Corporate Communications, Marketing, Government Affairs, or customer-facing roles with thought leaders and key customers.

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