Marketing Coordinator - Events & Operations

Job Description

Job Description

Marketing Coordinator – Events & Operations (Part-Time)
Location: Chesterfield, MO (Hybrid)
Schedule: Part-Time (20–25 hours per week)
Duration: 6–12+ months (temporary contract)
Pay: $26–$36/hour

Kelly® is seeking a Marketing Coordinator to work with our client, a global agribusiness leader, on a long-term temporary basis to provide ongoing support across marketing operations, with a primary focus on industry events and trade show execution. This role supplements a collaborative in-house marketing team. While event management will be the primary focus throughout much of the year, responsibilities will shift based on business needs.

Schedule & Work Environment

• Part-time schedule of approximately 20–25 hours per week
• Candidates should be available to work a consistent weekly schedule
• Hours should generally fall within 8:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m., with flexibility to begin as early as 6:00 a.m. if desired
• Hybrid work arrangement with an expectation of being onsite at the Chesterfield headquarters at least two days per week
• Occasional domestic travel may be required to support industry events, with the possibility of limited travel to Toronto

Key Responsibilities
Event Management & Trade Show Support (Primary Focus)

• Coordinate logistics for multiple industry events ranging from large national trade shows to regional tabletop events
• Serve as the primary coordinator for event logistics, including preparation, packing, shipping, tracking, and return of booths, signage, displays, promotional materials, and other event assets
• Partner with category marketers to ensure all event materials and supporting content are prepared on schedule
• Maintain inventory of trade show assets stored in Chesterfield, Toronto, and vendor facilities
• Coordinate with internal marketing, sales, technical service teams, vendors, shipping partners, and event organizers to ensure successful event execution
• Assist with onsite event support and travel as needed

Product Packaging Support

• Partner with cross-functional teams including Marketing, Product Management, Regulatory, and other stakeholders to maintain business-to-business and private label packaging files
• Update existing packaging artwork to reflect branding updates, regulatory changes, and certification requirements
• Track packaging revisions and maintain accurate project status across product SKUs
• This position focuses on production updates to existing files and does not require advanced graphic design expertise

Budget & Marketing Operations

• Track departmental marketing expenses and reconcile vendor invoices against annual budgets
• Maintain budget tracking spreadsheets and prepare basic reporting for marketing leadership
• Support additional marketing projects and administrative initiatives as business needs evolve throughout the year

Qualifications

• 2+ years of professional experience supporting marketing, events, project coordination, or related business functions
• Associate's or bachelor's degree in Marketing, Business, or a related field is preferred
• Experience working in a corporate environment is strongly preferred, including an understanding of professional communication and corporate etiquette
• Previous business-to-business or manufacturing industry experience is preferred
• Excellent organizational and project management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and detailed workstreams simultaneously
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook
• Experience using Excel for formulas, reporting, and basic data analysis
• Familiarity with Adobe Illustrator or similar design software for basic production edits is preferred

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