Brand Experience Specialist - Mississauga, Canada - Mercedes-Benz Canada

Mercedes-Benz Canada

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Mississauga, Canada

2 weeks ago

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Sophia Lee

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Brand Experience Specialist

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Mercedes-Benz Group AG

Description

Brand Experience Specialist:
Mercedes-Benz Canada needs stars like you

What it means to be a star
Without the stars that represent a team, a brand alone is incomplete.

Mercedes-Benz Canada represents not only the world's oldest automotive brand, but one that is at the cutting-edge of sustainability, design, technology, fashion and popular culture.

The iconic three-pointed star is always looking for the best and brightest to support its growth as a true luxury brand.

We are seeking individuals who want to be in the driver's seat of this transformation, working alongside talented colleagues who represent the Mercedes-Benz values and who are ready to add their talent to the brand's ever-evolving story.

How your role will add to the story

A day in the life

Lead the development and execution of bestinclass events aligned with the global brand strategy, latest product positioning and MBC requirements including sponsorships, consumer programs, media programs, driving programs, retail experiences, townhalls, all manager meetings, dealer meetings, recognition programs, holiday party, and ad hoc requests.
Coordinate all planning and logístical matters related to a successful event including: sourcing and briefing agency partner, establishing workback schedules, sourcing venues, preparing supplier RFPs and contracts, coordinating audiovisual, confirming food and beverage requirements, overseeing guest management (invitation, registration, rooming lists, etc.), event setup and tear down, guest logistics, all aspects of onsite hospitality, gifting, and other related tasks.
Work cross functionally to ensure all internal and external stakeholders are informed and engaged to collaboratively help deliver a flawless execution of all programs.
Assist in the planning of Mercedes-Benz Canada's integrated brand experience plan.
Maintain current partnerships and continuously evaluate the relationship to identify future opportunities with a focus on continuing to build and elevate Mercedes-Benz and its subbrands in Canada.
Manage administrative processes and approvals related to partnership & sponsorship activations with an emphasis on following clear processes as prescribed by the Compliance team.
Manage financial resources, ensuring maximum efficiency and high performance. This includes individual event budget preparation and monitoring, with an emphasis on following clear processes as prescribed by the Finance and Controlling teams.
Lead monitoring, analytics and support of CRM initiatives, measurement, strategic recommendation and presentation to management in terms of lead generation and sales funnel targets.
Oversee the preparation of event wrap up reports.

Mercedes-Benz Canada is committed to fostering an inclusive, equitable, and accessible environment where all employees and customers feel valued, respected, and supported.

While we thank every applicant for their interest in joining our iconic brand, we will only contact applicants selected for an interview.

Testimonials from several Mercedes-Benz Canada stars, from an intern to an executive:
"Mercedes-Benz is more than a car brand; it's a futuristic, technological brand continuing to research and evolve its strategy as a digital and luxurious company, all while championing sustainable initiatives."

"This company grants its members the opportunity to professionally grow and discover the extent of the brand and its presence in all countries. You are granted the opportunity to drive innovation in several sectors, as this company allows you to take your career wherever you like with our very robust framework of opportunities, whether it's rotations, international assignments, education programs and more."

"As an intern, I feel a great sense of responsibility and accountability at Mercedes-Benz. The high level of responsibility and contribution found in our internship programs is unlike my experience anywhere else."

"Most people, if not everyone, seek a great balance of life at work and outside of it. At Mercedes-Benz, not only does your work life grant you exciting opportunities, but you are also afforded great understanding of your time outside of work - including the right to disconnect."

"Working for Mercedes-Benz, it's certainly the brand and the pillars - but at the end of the day, once you're in, it's about the people, the experience, diverse cultures and backgrounds, everyone's experience driving in one direction."

Qualifications:

Mercedes-Benz Star skills, requirements & traits:

Post-secondary diploma/degree with a concentration in Event Management, Marketing and/or Communications, or equivalent experience.
Minimum of 5 years' experience in experiential marketing.
Handson experience managing agency partners.
Strong working knowledge of analytics, with a solid understanding of va