Events & Field Marketing Specialist

Position Events & Field Marketing Specialist Location Houston, TX About Crawford Crawford Electric Supply provides electrical products and services to contractors, operating throughout the southeast United States and is part of the Sonepar group, the world’s #1 electrical distributor with over 45,000 associates globally. The company is known for its supportive culture, commitment to diversity, and focus on career growth, offering a wide variety of electrical products and opportunities for employees to learn and advance. Responsibilities Crawford is looking for an Events & Field Marketing Specialist to support our growing Marketing Team. This role is a great fit for someone who enjoys planning, coordinating details, and helping teams put on successful customer events. Essential Responsibilities Event and Field Marketing Execution Coordinate customer events across Crawford’s 65+ branches in 8 southeastern states, including counter days, open houses, customer trainings, appreciation events, and new branch openings Manage event logistics such as rentals, catering, décor, signage, promotional materials, swag, and onsite setup Provide onsite support for multiple events per month, including setup and vendor coordination, check‑in, and breakdown Partner with sales teams to ensure events align with local market needs and drive customer engagement Coordinate with manufacturing partners to secure sponsorships, giveaways, and promotional support Event Management and Communication Schedule and lead internal planning meetings and maintain agendas, action items, and communications Manage timelines, budgets, and planning documents for all events and field initiatives Manage service provider relationships including gathering quotes, scheduling, and invoicing Keep organized records of event details, relevant contacts, and marketing assets Event Promotion and Field Support Work with the marketing team to promote events and gather content Provide field teams with tools and guidance to drive strong attendance Use Crawford’s tech stack to manage RSVPs, registrations, and communication Communicate event updates and registration lists with field leadership Report & Optimization Track event performance including attendance and engagement Collect feedback from sales teams, vendors, and attendees Maintain a calendar of events and field marketing activities Identify opportunities to improve future events and streamline processes Assist with invoicing, tracking, collecting, and reporting on vendor sponsorships Qualifications Preferred Skills/Qualifications 2–4 years of experience in event coordination, field marketing, or related roles Strong organizational and project management skills Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities Ability to manage multiple events and deadlines simultaneously Proficiency with MS Office and basic design tools (Canva, Adobe, or similar) Experience in electrical distribution or B2B marketing is a plus Physical Requirements Ability to lift and transport materials up to 30–40 lbs (event supplies, signage, swag boxes) Comfortable standing for extended periods during onsite event setup and execution Ability to work occasionally early mornings or evenings depending on event schedules Comfortable traveling occasionally across multiple states and locations What We Offer You Healthcare plans Dental & vision Paid time off Paid parental leave 401(k) retirement savings with company match Professional and personal development programs Opportunity to become a shareholder Employer‑paid short‑ and long‑term disability Employer‑paid life insurance for spouse and dependents Robust wellness program Gym reimbursementEmployee Assistance Program (EAP) Equal Employment Opportunity Statement Sonepar is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, color, creed, religion, national origin, citizenship status, ancestry, sex, age, physical or mental disability unrelated to ability, marital status, family responsibilities, pregnancy, genetic information, sexual orientation, order of protection status, protected veteran or military status, an unfavorable discharge from military service, or any other categories protected by federal, state or local law. Sonepar and our family of brands are committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. In keeping with our commitment, we will take the steps to assure that people with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. 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