Assistant Experiential Manager

Campari Group today is a major player in the global branded spirits industry, with a portfolio of over 50 premium and super premium brands, marketed and distributed in over 190 markets around the world, with leading positions in Europe and the Americas. Headquartered in Milan, Italy, Campari Group owns 25 plants worldwide and has its own distribution network in 26 countries, and employs approximately 4,700 people. Shares of the parent company Davide Campari - Milano N.V. are listed on the Italian Stock Exchange since 2001. Campari Group is today the sixth-largest player worldwide in the premium spirits industry. General Description of the Role Working with the Senior Experiential Manager, the AEM will support and execute partnership and experiential programs for key brands in CAMPARI’s portfolio including Aperol Spritz, Wild Turkey Bourbon, Campari, and Espolon Tequila. The Assistant Experiential Manager plays a vital role in supporting, executing and reporting on exciting and innovative experiential campaigns to create exceptional experiences for Campari. The AEM will be responsible for partnership management, event processes and delivery and budgeting for the achievement of brand and sales objectives. Mission/Objectives: Assist in the delivery of a program of exceptional experiences, igniting passion, growing brand loyalty and encouraging trial. Key Responsibilities and Activities Provide support for the company's sponsorships and participation in industry events, striving to optimize benefits and manage budgets effectively while upholding internal policies and compliance standards. Support event initiatives, working closely with business and department collaborators to build impactful programs in line with our strategic objectives. Assist in the activation of entire partner/event lifecycle, from initial planning to execution, content creation, venue arrangements, digital amplification, consumer journey maps and financial management Collaborating with external suppliers on all event-related aspects, ensuring seamless administration asset deliveries, hospitality and experiences The ability to manage various projects at a time to ensure all events are executed to a high standard Key Relationships Internal: Marketing, Customer Marketing, Finance, Sales and Commercial Functions External: Vendors, Partners, Local Agencies Experience Required At least 3 years’ experience in a similar role, ideally agency side, rights holder and/or brand experience with sponsorships. Proven experience in project management and assisting the delivery of exceptional partnership activation experiences for brands or clients. Agency management experience. Experience in assisting with creative ideation for activations. High energy and a passion for the industry, and our brands. Has strong written and verbal communication and presentation skills. Has a strong work ethic and collaborative work approach. Has good time management skills, is highly organised and results driven. Licenses Required RSA (preferred, not mandatory) Unrestricted Drivers Licence Functional Competencies Collaboration & Communication: Demonstrates strong ability and willingness to work in a collaborative environment. Project Management - Ability to coordinate and manage a complex project timeline Creativity : Generates interesting, fresh ideas while applying brand guidelines, tone of voice and visual identity in social media. Organisation & Planning: Possesses strong organisation and planning skills (eg. coordinates and organises social calendars and process). Action-Oriented : Thrives in fast paced environments where one must effectively manage and execute against multiple projects and deadlines. Internal Stakeholder Management - Communicates unique customer needs to internal stakeholders to ensure success. Is an effective customer advocate, ensuring widespread understanding of customer strategy, and critical success factors. Relating and Networking - The ability to establish relationships both inside and outside the organisation as well as cultivating a wide range of contacts that lead to a greater ability to source information and build competitive advantage. General Competencies Work Results & Execution – Pays attention to details; Achieves key objectives and meets the defined deadlines; Is highly productive and delivers high-quality; Works effectively under pressure or heavy workload, balances multiple projects; Accepts new and greater responsibilities Initiative and Judgement - Prioritizes own work efficiently; Takes direction without being prompted; Knows when to consult and when to act independently; Keeps management and peers informed of status and potential problems; Handles confidential information appropriately Consumer/Client Focus - Understands consumers / customers / internal clients’ needs; Provides all customers with solutions that best meet their needs; Proactively anticipates future needs and seeks out opportunities Communication and Team Work - Communicates persuasively and passionately; articulates ideas clearly ; Demonstrates effective relationship skills; Responds well to constructive criticism; Obtains acceptance and takes action for ideas; Is an active contributor to the team Ability to Learn - Shows curiosity and interest to be exposed to new situations / challenges; Quickly acquires and puts into practice new knowledge, behaviours and skills. Our commitment to Diversity & Inclusion: At Campari Group we believe in building more value together, thus we see diversity in all forms as a source of enrichment. Our employment policies and practices ensure that we are committed to providing equal employment opportunities in all aspects of employment without regard to any individual’s race, religion, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or characteristics or expression, political affiliation or activity, age, veteran status, citizenship, or any other characteristic protected by law. Campari Group believes that fair compensation and equal opportunities are crucial for employees’ well‑being, empowerment, and engagement. Our efforts to ensure fair pay have earned us the Fair Pay Certification by Fair Pay Workplace, an independent organization dedicated to dismantling pay disparities based on gender, race and their intersection. Note to applicants: Your application will be assessed based on your abilities, expertise, general knowledge and experience, not because of any confidential, proprietary or trade secret information you may possess. You must not disclose to Campari Group any such information. In the event that you are asked a question that cannot be answered without disclosure of any confidential, proprietary or trade secret information (including from a current or prior employer or their vendors or customers), you must decline to answer the question. Notice to third party agencies: Please refrain from cold-calling or emailing our executive leadership team or the HR community directly. 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