Sr. Events Specialist

Confidence can sometimes hold us back from applying for a job. Here’s a secret: there's no such thing as a "perfect" candidate. Poshmark is looking for exceptional people who want to make a positive impact through their work and help create an organization where everyone can thrive. So whatever background you bring with you, please apply if this role would make you excited to come to work every day. Poshmark is looking for a Senior Events Specialist to drive magical experiences for our community of Seller Stylists. In this role, you will be responsible for managing and supporting the planning and delivery of our community, in-person events in partnership with cross-functional partners and stakeholders across the organization. At the core, our ideal candidate is creative self starter who is flexible, has a can do attitude, and is passionate about bringing people together! Responsibilities: Own and project manage the production and execution of events by coordinating event logistics, necessary documentation, event timelines, budgets, and contingency plans Support all aspects of planning, including registration, build management, survey development, meeting and space needs, signage, promo items, creative vendor relations, accounts payable, contracts, timelines, templates, event communications, and overall logistics Monitor performance, create processes, generate post-event wrap up reports and dashboards to monitor and analyze events, provide feedback and regularly report on event results to leadership Anticipate and remove obstacles that slow down or prevent the events team from delivering on goals Strategize with cross functional teams on how to improve and refine event communications Work closely with growth and social teams to develop event promotion and launch plan strategies Create lasting relationships with the community at events and identify opportunities of improvement to share with appropriate stakeholders at the company Execute against both short term deliverables and long-term strategic initiatives Drive event production schedules with internal and external partners Research event venues in cities across North America Assist in onboarding team members 6-Month Accomplishments:  Determine event goals, create and track measurements and metrics, including event surveys Establish workflow and relationships with cross function partners within the company Provide analysis and recommendations for continuous improvement Make recommendations on how we can serve them best through events Establish rapport with event vendors Manage and execute community events in virtual, physical, and hybrid capacity Develop deeper understanding of the Poshmark community and the different micro communities within 12+ Month Accomplishments:  Ability to own an event series from end to end, oversee setup and breakdown of physical events and related vendors, lead virtual event programming and execution Create standardized workflows that create efficiency and understanding for cross functional partners Develop reports that communicate event data and recommendations on how to improve attendee experience and attendance both virtual and physical Build strong working relationships with all cross functional partners Requirements  Minimum 4+ years of proven success as an event planner with in-person, hybrid, and virtual events Experience with planning large scale events and managing complex projects simultaneously Disciplined and effective project management skills to approach events strategically with a heightened sense of urgency Highly approachable and sociable, high energy, can do personality and ability to thrive in dynamic environments Detail-oriented with attention to deadlines, excellent follow-up, budgeting and time management skills Ability to handle multiple complex projects simultaneously under pressure to meet tight deadlines Proactive self-starter Ability to manage multiple projects at one time, embraces adaptability Disciplined and effective project management approach to strategic events with a heightened sense of urgency Exemplary writing ability with solid grammar, spelling, and proofreading skills  Experience driven decision maker with ability to provide solutions in complex situations  Proficiency with MS Office Products Capable of staying productive and accurate under pressure with tight deadlines Experience taking direction and input to develop event strategies that are engaging, innovative and will achieve goals Strong sense of client service ethic and the ability to respond quickly to leadership at all levels  Analytical and data driven experience in problem solving Salary Range $64,000 — $96,000 USD About Us Poshmark is a leading social marketplace for new and secondhand style for women, men, kids, pets, home, and more. By combining the human connection of physical shopping with the scale, ease, and selection benefits of e-commerce, Poshmark makes buying and selling simple, social, and sustainable. Its community of more than 80 million registered users across the U.S. and Canada, is driving the future of commerce while promoting more sustainable consumption. For more information, please visit  www.poshmark.com , and for company news and announcements, please visit investors.poshmark.com . You can also find Poshmark on Instagram , Facebook , Twitter , Pinterest, and YouTube . Why Poshmark? At Poshmark, we’re constantly challenging the status quo and are looking for innovative and passionate people to help shape the future of Poshmark. We’re disrupting the industry by combining social connections with e-commerce through data-driven solutions and the latest technology to optimize our platform. We’re nothing without our amazing team who deliver an unparalleled social shopping experience to the millions of people we connect each day. We built Poshmark around four core values: 1) focus on people to create empowered communities that drive success; 2) together we grow to support each other to strive for our dreams; 3) lead with love to foster genuine connections built upon a foundation of respect; and 4) embrace your weirdness to accept and empower one another on their own unique journey. We’re invested in our team and community, working together to build an entirely new way to shop. That way, when we win, we all win together. Come help us build the most connected shopping experience ever.  We will set you up with comprehensive global and in-country benefits to support you and your family needs. Poshmark is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. 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