Event Marketing Specialist- Leadership Development Program

Job Description:

We are currently seeking highly driven sales and marketing professionals for our Event Marketing Team within our Leadership Development Program. A successful candidate in the position will be responsible for driving sales in one of our premier product lines within the world’s largest home improvement retailer.TTI’s culture of innovation and commitment to employee development drives our record growth and profitability. Our extensive training program cultivates leaders and provides them with accelerated career opportunities. The Event Marketing Specialist position enables candidates to enhance their selling, communication and event management skills, while launching their career in a fast-paced and extremely rewarding environment.The Event Marketing Specialist will be responsible for:

• Promoting and selling Ryobi and Homelite outdoor products• Planning, coordinating and implementing store events to generate demand for ourinnovative Ryobi cordless products• Conducting current market research and communicating findings to the marketing team• Implementing company marketing strategies• Training store associates and our field sales teams via product knowledge sessions• Providing event assistance to other markets as necessary, based on the current businessand market conditionsJoin our team as an Event Marketing Specialist and fast-track your career within our LeadershipDevelopment Program.Qualifications:• Excellent communication skills (verbal, written and presentation)• Ability to build relationships and maintain strong partnerships with store personnel• Multi-tasking self-starter with strong execution and planning skills• Ability to consistently meet and exceed all program objectives• Professional demeanor while representing the business partner and TTI• Strong computer skills: internet, email, MS Word, MS Excel and MS PowerPoint• Ability to complete online training as required• Willing to work Thursday through Sunday schedule• Must be willing to travel and/or relocateEducation:

Bachelor’s degreePhysical Requirements:

The following physical demands must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job: frequent standing and/or walking for up to 10 hours in a retail environment, reaching, pulling, squatting, and lifting up to 50 lbs.