Job Description
Now backed by the nationwide reach of Window Nation, NewSouth Window Solutions delivers the same trusted local craftsmanship with even more opportunity to grow and innovate.
At NewSouth, we’re proud to transform homes across the Southeast with high quality windows and doors designed to stand up to the region’s climate and elevate everyday living. For years, homeowners have chosen NewSouth for our craftsmanship, customer focus, and commitment to doing things the right way. Now, as part of the Window Nation family, we’re entering an exciting period of growth that brings added stability, expanded resources, and new opportunities for our teams. If you want to make an impact, grow your career, and be part of a company that invests in you, you’ll find your next chapter here.
Join Our Growing Team
Are you a results-driven leader who thrives on creating memorable brand experiences and driving lead generation? We are seeking an experienced Event Marketing Manager to lead our event marketing efforts throughout the Sarasota market. In this role, you will be responsible for developing and executing event strategies that generate qualified sales opportunities, strengthen brand awareness, and build a high-performing team of event professionals.
If you are passionate about people leadership, event execution, and delivering measurable results, we want to hear from you.
What You'll Do
Event Strategy & Lead Generation
- Develop, execute, and manage event marketing initiatives designed to generate qualified sales leads.
- Identify, evaluate, negotiate, and secure participation in trade shows, fairs, festivals, home shows, community events, and other promotional opportunities throughout the market.
- Build and maintain a robust event calendar that maximizes brand exposure and lead generation opportunities.
- Consistently exceed established lead generation goals and key performance indicators (KPIs).
Team Leadership & Development
- Recruit, hire, onboard, train, and develop a team of Event Marketing Representatives.
- Foster a positive, high-energy culture focused on employee engagement, customer experience, and performance excellence.
- Conduct ongoing coaching, performance management, and professional development to ensure team success.
- Manage event staffing schedules to ensure all events are properly supported and positioned for success.
Operations & Performance Management
- Manage event budgets, forecasting, inventory, and resource allocation while maintaining financial accountability.
- Track, analyze, and report event performance metrics, team productivity, and return on investment.
- Collaborate with Sales, Marketing, and Operations teams to strengthen market presence and drive business growth.
- Continuously identify opportunities to improve event performance, customer engagement, and lead conversion.
What We're Looking For
Required Qualifications
- High school diploma or GED.
- Minimum of 2 years of leadership experience in a customer-facing environment.
- Valid driver's license with a driving record that meets company insurance requirements.
- Ability to lift up to 50 pounds with or without reasonable accommodation.
- Ability to stand and remain stationary for extended periods during events, up to 6 hours at a time, with or without reasonable accommodation.
- Willingness to travel up to 40% throughout the assigned market.
- Availability to work weekends and evenings as needed to support scheduled events.
Preferred Qualifications
- Associate degree or higher.
- Experience in event marketing, field marketing, lead generation, direct sales, retail marketing, or related industries.
- Strong recruiting, coaching, and team development skills.
- Excellent negotiation and relationship-building abilities.
- Proven ability to manage multiple projects and priorities in a fast-paced environment.
- Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and reporting tools.
- Exceptional verbal and written communication skills.
- Self-motivated leader with a passion for driving results and developing people.
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What We Offer:
- Competitive pay
- Bonus opportunities for eligible roles
- Benefits package for Full-Time Employees (medical, dental, vision, life, and 401(k) retirement options)
- Paid time off
- Growth opportunities within a rapidly expanding company
- A supportive team culture where your contributions matter and craftsmanship is celebrated
Window Nation cultivates a culture of inclusion that respects our employees' individual strengths, views, and experiences. We believe our differences make us a better team – one that makes good decisions, drives innovation, and delivers better business results.
At this time, Window Nation is unable to provide sponsorship for employment visas now or in the future. Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States on a permanent basis without the need for current or future visa sponsorship.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, national origin, religion, age, disability, genetic information, status as a military veteran or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
