[Remote] Sea-Bird Scientific - Marketing Events Manager
Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Sea-Bird Scientific is a leading developer and manufacturer of oceanographic measurement products. The Marketing Events Manager will be responsible for planning and executing global events, managing trade shows and conferences to enhance brand engagement and align with marketing strategies. Responsibilities • Manage end-to-end planning for trade shows, conferences, and customer events—from long-range planning through post-event wrap-up • Develop detailed timelines, action plans, and 'run of show' documentation to ensure flawless execution • Track metrics and feedback to evaluate event success and inform future strategy • Partner with Marketing, Sales, Product Management and Science to align events with campaign goals and go-to-market initiatives • Maintain a centralized master calendar of all events and share regular visibility with stakeholders • Support pre-event communications and coordinate internal teams on attendee assignments, talking points, and logistics • Source and manage external vendors including booth fabricators, printers, logistics, and promotional suppliers • Negotiate vendor contracts, ensuring high-quality deliverables and cost efficiency • Track, forecast, and manage event budgets to ensure disciplined spending and return on investment • Coordinate booth shipments, setups, and on-site execution • Maintain centralized inventory of event assets, displays, and collateral • Manage logistics partners to ensure timely shipping, setup, and returns while optimizing freight costs Skills • Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Communications, Business, or related field • 5+ years of experience managing trade shows, conferences, or events in a B2B or scientific/industrial environment • Demonstrated success in project management and cross-functional collaboration • Strong organizational skills with meticulous attention to detail • Experience managing budgets, contracts, and vendor relationships • Proficiency with Microsoft Office and event/project management tools • Excellent written and verbal communication skills Benefits • Competitive compensation and annual bonus opportunities • Comprehensive health benefits (medical, dental, vision) • 401(k) savings plan with company match • Paid holidays and generous time off • Career development and global mobility opportunities • A collaborative, innovative culture that values diversity and inclusion Company Overview • X-Rite is the global leader in color science and technology. It is a sub-organization of Veralto. It was founded in 1957, and is headquartered in Grand Rapids, Michigan, USA, with a workforce of 501-1000 employees. Its website is Apply tot his job