Commercial & Government Events Specialist, Trade Shows

We made history and now we work to transform the future – for our customers, our communities and our families. You'll see your work on the road every day, helping people move freely and pursue their dreams. At Ford, you can build more than vehicles. Come build what matters. Our Marketing, Sales & Service organization advances the Ford reputation as a visionary vehicle and mobility services company and helps deliver a trusted customer experience. Use your marketing, sales and service expertise to turn data‑driven insights into innovative solutions that enhance sales and customer loyalty. Join us and be the eyes, ears and voice of Ford. In this position We are seeking a detail‑oriented and results‑driven Commercial & Government Events Specialist to plan, execute, and optimize events that drive business growth, client engagement, and brand visibility. What You'll Do Plan and execute a range of commercial events, including trade shows, conferences, client activations, sponsorships/integrations, and corporate events Manage event budgets, timelines, and logistics to ensure delivery on time and within scope Collaborate with sales and marketing teams to align events with revenue goals and campaign strategies Identify and secure venues, vehicles, vendors, and sponsorship opportunities Negotiate contracts with event managers and partners to maximize ROI Oversee on‑site event execution, ensuring a high‑quality attendee experience Track and report on event performance, including lead generation, pipeline impact, and ROI Manage relationships with key stakeholders, partners, and clients Ensure compliance with brand standards and company policies Continuously identify opportunities to improve event effectiveness and efficiency You'll have Bachelor Degree in Marketing and Communications 3–6 years of experience in event management, preferably in a commercial or B2B environment Proven track record of delivering successful events tied to business outcomes Strong project management and organizational skills Experience managing budgets and vendor negotiations Experience utilizing Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) Ability to work cross‑functionally with internal teams and external partners Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills Excellent analytical and strategic thinking skills Being proactive and showing initiative Willingness to travel and support on‑site event execution as needed Even better, you may have Automotive experience Marketing Plans and Workback calendars Project Management skills You may not check every box, or your experience may look a little different from what we've outlined, but if you think you can bring value to Ford Motor Company, we encourage you to apply! As an established global company, we offer the benefit of choice. You can choose what your Ford future will look like: will your story span the globe, or keep you close to home? Will your career be a deep dive into what you love, or a series of new teams and new skills? Will you be a leader, a changemaker, a technical expert, a culture builder…or all of the above? No matter what you choose, we offer a work life that works for you, including: Immediate medical, dental, vision and prescription drug coverage Flexible family care days, paid parental leave, new parent ramp‑up programs, subsidized back‑up child care and more Family building benefits including adoption and surrogacy expense reimbursement, fertility treatments, and more Vehicle discount program for employees and family members and management leases Tuition assistance Established and active employee resource groups Paid time off for individual and team community service A generous schedule of paid holidays, including the week between Christmas and New Year’s Day Paid time off and the option to purchase additional vacation time. This position is a salary grade 7 and ranges from $86,600-$144,900. This position is a salary grade 8 and ranges from $99,100-$166,200. Final determination of salary grade will be based on candidate's skills and experience, and base salary will be set within the applicable range according to job scope, responsibility and competitive market value. For more information on salary and benefits, see Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. Candidates for positions with Ford Motor Company must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Verification of employment eligibility will be required at the time of hire. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, age, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status or protected veteran status. In the United States, if you need a reasonable accommodation for the online application process due to a disability, please call View phone number on click.appcast.io. This position is hybrid. Candidates who are in commuting distance to a Ford hub location may be required to be onsite four or more days per week. #J-18808-Ljbffr Ford Motor Company