Marketing Events Manager

At Seaman Corporation, every associate is instrumental to our success. Become a part of our growing team!

At Seaman Corporation, we are dedicated to creating and supplying quality, high-performance fabrics that protect our planet, our people, and our customers. From humble beginnings in 1949 to a multi-million-dollar organization, this family-owned business has grown to be a leading manufacturer in highly durable coated fabrics, supplying products to customers around the globe.

Every Seaman Corporation associate plays a valuable role in our company’s continuous growth. We believe by investing in the right people and resources, we can drive sustainable growth across the entire business.

Seaman Corporation products are composed of proprietary knitted or woven base fabrics and coating formulas to produce high performance roofing systems, geomembrane liners, truck tarps, architectural structures, and much more. We work exclusively with authorized fabricators, designers, consultants, engineers, and installers for quality solutions start to finish.

• Company performance bonus in addition to base salary
• Flexible work opportunities including flex schedules and remote work from home up to two days per week (if applicable to role)
• Professional development opportunities including tuition reimbursement, course training, and networking
• A competitive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, 401(k) with company match, paid time off (PTO), volunteer time off (VTO), and paid holidays
• Fun and engaging activities including department outings, holiday parties, and our annual company‑wide dinner

Seaman Corporation is seeking a Marketing Events Manager to join our Commercial team! This position will report to the Sr. Strategic Marketing Manager in Wooster, Ohio.

The Marketing Events Manager is responsible for leading the strategy, planning, and execution of high-impact events that support brand visibility, customer engagement, and commercial growth across our global industrial markets. This role will manage Seaman Corporation’s presence at trade shows, customer and distributor events, product launch presentations, and industry conferences—ensuring a consistent, professional, and results‑driven brand experience aligned with Seaman Corporation’s premium positioning.

The ideal candidate is a hands‑on events professional with strong project management skills, experience in B2B or manufacturing environments, and the ability to collaborate closely with Sales, Product Management, and Leadership.

Include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Develop and execute an annual events strategy aligned with Seaman Corporation’s marketing and commercial objectives.
• Plan and manage Seaman Corporation’s participation in trade shows, including booth strategy, logistics, vendor coordination, and on‑site execution.
• Lead customer, distributor, and partner events that strengthen relationships and support sales growth.
• Collaborate with Sales, Product, and Marketing teams to align event messaging with product positioning and market priorities.
• Manage event budgets, timelines, contracts, and external vendors (show services, exhibit houses, agencies).
• Oversee booth design, signage, product displays, literature, and branded materials to ensure consistency with corporate brand standards.
• Support product launches and market‑specific initiatives through targeted event programming.
• Coordinate internal stakeholders and event staff, including pre‑event preparation and post‑event follow up.
• Measure and report on event effectiveness, including attendance, lead quality, sales impact, and ROI.
• Continuously evaluate and improve event processes, tools, and execution practices.
• Other duties as assigned.

• Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Communications, Business, or related field (or equivalent experience)
• 4+ years of experience managing marketing events, trade shows, or experiential marketing
• Experience in B2B, manufacturing, industrial, or technical markets strongly preferred
• Proven ability to manage multiple complex projects simultaneously with strong attention to…