Sr Manager, Collaboration Events

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• OREM, UT, Position Type: Full Time, Education Level: 4 Year Degree, Salary Range: Undisclosed, Travel Percentage: Up to 25%, Job Shift: Day, Job Category: Marketing, Senior Manager, Collaboration Events Department: [To be confirmed] Location: Orem, UT On-Site: Hybrid Relocation: Not offered. Local candidates only Salary: $85,000 – $105,000 Who We Are At Just Ingredients – a health and wellness e-commerce company – we believe that nourishing your body with real ingredients is essential for living a healthy and fulfilling life. That’s why our products are made using carefully selected, whole-food ingredients. And our people are just as real as our ingredients – authentic, collaborative, and dedicated to fostering a workplace that inspires individuals and teams to reach their full potential.

What We Are Looking For

We’re looking for a Senior Manager of Collaboration Events to bring Just Ingredients to life in person. You’ll lead our event strategy and execution across major trade shows, product collaboration launches, B2B and partner events, retail activations, pop-ups, social media events, and brand experiences. You’re an experienced event leader who can think big and execute every detail, from booth builds and vendor contracts to guest experience and post-event results.

You know how to make every event on-brand, on budget, and tied to clear business goals. What You’ll Do Event Strategy & Calendar Build and manage the annual collaboration events calendar, aligned with product launches, partner priorities, retail growth, and brand goals. Recommend which events to pursue, grow, or pass on based on audience, cost, and expected return.

Develop clear goals, budgets, and success measures for every event before it’s approved. Product Collaboration Events Plan and execute launch events for co-branded and partner product collaborations. Partner with collaboration partners to align event goals, branding, timelines, and shared responsibilities. Create launch experiences that build excitement, drive awareness, and support sales of collaboration products.

B2B & Partner Events Plan and host B2B events, including buyer meetings, partner summits, hosted dinners, and industry networking events. Create experiences that strengthen relationships with retail buyers, distributors, and strategic partners. Work with Sales and Partnerships to make sure every B2B event supports clear business goals.

Own the full lifecycle of B2B events, from concept to planning through on-site execution and post-event follow-up. Manage event budgets, timelines, vendors, and logistics to deliver polished, on-brand experiences. Retail Events & In-Store Activations Plan and support retail events, in-store activations, product demos, and sampling programs with our retail partners.

Coordinate event materials, displays, product, and staffing for retail locations. Partner with Retail and Sales teams to drive store traffic, product trial, and sell-through. Pop-Ups & Brand Experiences Concept and run pop-ups and branded experiences that bring our brand and products to life in person. Manage venue selection, permits, design, build-out, product sampling, and on-site operations.

Create memorable experiences that reflect our real-ingredient mission and turn attendees into loyal customers. Social Media Events Plan social-first events and activations in partnership with our Social team. Design events with content capture in mind, including photo moments, product features, and shareable experiences.

Coordinate with Social and Creative to make sure event content is captured and shared. Event Operations, Vendors & Budget Own event budgets, tracking spend against plan and finding ways to maximize value. Negotiate and manage contracts with venues, exhibit houses, caterers, rental companies, and other event vendors. Manage logistics, including travel, shipping, inventory, event supplies, and on-site staffing.

Ensure events meet safety, permit, insurance, and food sampling requirements, and that event signage and materials follow FDA and FTC guidelines for product claims. Measurement & Results Track and report results for every event, including leads, partner and buyer meetings, sales impact, content created, and audience reach.

Lead post-event reviews and use what we learn to improve future events. Share regular event performance updates with leadership. Leadership & Cross-Functional Partnership Lead and develop event team members, freelance staff, and brand ambassadors. Partner with Collaborations, Marketing, Brand & Design, Creative, Sales, Retail, Product Development, and Operations to deliver cohesive, on-brand events.

Build event playbooks, checklists, and templates that make our events repeatable and scalable.

Qualifications

What You’ll Bring Experience 7–10 years of experience in event marketing, experiential marketing, or trade show management, including 5+ years in a management role. Experience planning and executing major trade shows, product launches, pop-ups, and brand activations. Experience in CPG, food, supplements, beverage, or health and wellness is strongly preferred.

Experience managing event budgets and negotiating vendor contracts. Experience with retail activations is a strong plus. Skills Exceptional project management and organization, with the ability to run multiple events at once. Strong creative instincts and a sharp eye for brand-forward experiences. Strong negotiation, budgeting, and vendor management skills.

Calm, solutions-focused leadership on-site and under pressure. Clear communication and strong cross-functional collaboration. Willingness to travel regularly and work evenings and weekends for events. Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Hospitality, Communications, or a related field, or equivalent experience.

What We Offer

Competitive salary based on experience Medical, Dental, Life Insurance 401K with company matching 4 weeks accrued PTO Employee discounts Fast-paced environment Purposeful mission for health and wellness