Job Description

Mariano Events is a national experiential marketing agency specializing in in-store sampling, merchandising, and data-driven “taste-touch-try” activations for leading and emerging food & beverage brands across major U.S. grocery retailers.

As we continue to scale, we are seeking an Event Operations Coordinator to support the execution and operational management of nationwide campaigns from our East Rochester, NY office.

Position Overview

The Event Operations Coordinator plays a critical role in supporting campaign execution, logistics, and field operations. This position works closely with internal teams to ensure events are executed accurately, on time, and in compliance with retailer and client requirements.

This is a part-time, in-office role with clear opportunity for growth as the company expands.

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate logistics for nationwide sampling and merchandising campaigns
• Support scheduling, event setup details, and shipping timelines
• Assist with field ambassador onboarding, communication, and support
• Track event recaps, documentation, and compliance requirements
• Maintain accuracy in internal dashboards, schedules, and workflows
• Support process improvements and operational efficiencies

Qualifications

• 1–3 years of experience in event coordination, operations, logistics, or agency support
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• Professional written and verbal communication skills
• Proficiency in Google Workspace; experience with project management tools preferred
• Experience in CPG, retail, or experiential marketing is a plus

Growth Path

Mariano Events is committed to internal development. This role has a defined advancement path based on performance and business growth:

Event Operations Coordinator → Event Operations Manager → Senior Operations / Director-Level Role

Why Mariano Events

• In-office collaboration with a growing operations team
• Exposure to national retailers and leading CPG brands
• Structured growth opportunities within a scaling agency
• Professional, entrepreneurial environment with long-term potential

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