Event Specialist

Rockwell Automation is a global technology leader focused on helping the world’s manufacturers be more productive, sustainable, and agile. With more than 28,000 employees who make the world better every day, we know we have something special. Behind our customers - amazing companies that help feed the world, provide life-saving medicine on a global scale, and focus on clean water and green mobility - our people are energized problem solvers that take pride in how the work we do changes the world for the better.

We welcome all makers, forward thinkers, and problem solvers who are looking for a place to do their best work. And if that’s you we would love to have you join us!

Job Description

You will manage the planning and execution of multiple regional customer facing trade shows and customer facing marketing events to maximize company exposure to grow demand for product and services and generate sales leads. You will report to the Senior Event Manager and have a hybrid schedule working in Milwaukee, WI.

Your Responsibilities:

• Plan and execute marketing events, including trade shows, customer events, and other company-sponsored programs.
• Coordinate event logistics, including registration management, attendee tracking, presentation support, and event materials.
• Coordinate with internal and external stakeholders throughout the planning process to agree on goals, timelines, roles, and deliverables, ensuring seamless execution from planning through post-event follow-up.
• Support pre-event planning and post-event evaluations, including follow-up communications and performance assessments.
• Procure, manage, and coordinate vendor services such as exhibit houses, audiovisual partners, transportation, and other third-party suppliers.
• Coordinate facilities, exhibit setup and dismantle, equipment needs, and catering requirements.
• Provide on-site event support to ensure smooth execution and issue resolution.
• Collaborate with internal teams to ensure event objectives, messaging, and deliverables are aligned.
• Research potential event locations and venues and assist in evaluating alternatives based on business needs, budget, and logistics.
• Maintain accurate event documentation and ensure compliance with internal processes and guidelines.

The Essentials - You Will Have:

• Bachelor's degree
• Legal authorization to work in the U.S. We will not sponsor individuals for employment visas, now or in the future, for this job opening.

The Preferred - You Might Also Have:

• 2+ years experience supporting or coordinating marketing events, trade shows, or customer-facing programs.
• Experience working with vendors and coordinating event logistics.
• Experience providing hands-on support during events, including travel and on-site work
• Proficiency with standard business tools (e.g., Microsoft Office) and event registration or tracking systems is preferred.

What We Offer:

• Health Insurance including Medical, Dental and Vision
• 401k
• Paid Time off
• Parental and Caregiver Leave
• Flexible Work Schedule where you will work with your manager to enjoy a work schedule that can be flexible with your personal life.
• To learn more about our benefits package, please visit at www.raquickfind.com.

At Rockwell Automation we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive and authentic workplace, so if you're excited about this role but your experience doesn't align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right person for this or other roles.

This position is part of a job family. Experience will be the determining factor for position level and compensation.

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We are an Equal Opportunity Employer including disability and veterans. 

If you are an individual with a disability and you need assistance or a reasonable accommodation during the application process, please contact our services team at +1 (844) 404-7247.

Rockwell Automation’s hybrid policy aligns that employees are expected to work at a Rockwell location at least Mondays, Tuesdays, and Thursdays unless they have a business obligation out of the office.