Events Coordinator
Postmates is on a mission to help people unlock the best of their cities -- and their lives, with an insanely reliable on-demand “everything” network. We’re the first and still the leading company in the on-demand space -- with a fleet of 100,000+ Postmates, the largest network of merchants in the U.S. and a brand that has become a pop culture verb.
To help our rapid growth, we are seeking an experienced Event Coordinator to join the Engagement & Culture Team based in San Francisco Headquarters!
The E&C organization is focused on developing ongoing culture-building programs that are fully inclusive to the diverse employee base, including morale events, professional development, and forming a strong internal brand company wide.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Fielding all inbound external and internal event requests and streamlining approvals per event policy and Postmates’ standard of execution.
- Source and manage various vendor relationships; catering, services, speakers, specialists, etc.
- Design digital event flyers and presentations.
- Copywriting event content for publication over calendars, blogs and slack.
- Assist with all company events; Happy Hours, birthdays, anniversaries, lunches, outings, professional workshops, holiday parties, external meetings, etc.
- Compiling and filing of all event expenses for budget tracking and review, monthly.
- Running and assisting all onsite & virtual logistics for events such as;
- GENERAL: Vendor sourcing and management, invoice and payments tracking, research/content gathering, etc.
- ONSITE: COI and access, catering orders and delivery, Facilities & security resources, site set up/staging, break down, etc.
- VIRTUAL: Calendar invites, copywriting drafts, Zoom hosting and recording, etc.
- Liaise with other teams within the company and external parties to ensure efficient workflow and handling of internal requests and processes.
REQUIREMENTS
- 2+ years collective experience in events, operations or production industries.
- Proficient with Google Calendar and Google Sheets.
- A self-starter; must be comfortable with autonomy, as well as speaking up when needed to make sound decisions.
- Outstanding communication, high EQ, attentive to detail, and strong organizational skills.
- A strong sense of humility, curiosity, and adaptability under pressure.
- Growth mindset, never settling for the status quo, constantly seeking improvement.
- High level of confidentiality, discernment, and judgment.
- Design or marketing background a bonus!
BENEFITS
Postmates has your back. In our impact-first work environment, we value huge company vision.
As you strive to build the future with us, we’ll support you with a competitive salary and equity plan, along with access to our 401k plan and robust benefits including: health benefits, flexible paid time off, parental benefits, meal perks and chic modern office amenities.