Corporate Events Planner

Corporate Events Planner

At Honda of Canada Mfg. (HCM) we believe in The Power of Dreams. We look for bright, ambitious, innovative team players who enjoy challenges and share our vision for providing the highest quality product for our customers while ensuring safety for everyone and protecting the environment. HCM is one of Honda’s premier manufacturing facilities in the world. We offer a competitive compensation and benefits package, free access to an onsite fitness facility and access to an onsite workshop. We are located in Alliston, Ontario, a short 45 minute drive north of Toronto and 25 minutes south of Barrie, Ontario, employing 4,200 Associates.

You have seen our work on the road; you might have even seen it on the track, now it’s your turn to be a part of our team!

Pay Range $33.24 to $34.98 plus Overtime and bonuses.

As a member of Communications and Community Relations, the successful candidate will be responsible for creating, planning, and delivering associate and community engagement events and connections throughout the year. From meeting with suppliers, to budget planning, and critical path development, the ability to interact with diverse groups, both within the plant and the community, is essential. Excellent written and spoken communication skills are needed to create copy for multiple channels including print, web and social.

Responsibilities:

• Work closely with the Communications team, outside vendors and partners, and other internal departments to assist with the development and delivery of signature events (corporate and community related) that meet objectives and exceed expectations.
• Collaborate and build sustainable connections and partnerships with community partners.
• Create, implement, and develop associate engagement opportunities for volunteer activities.
• Write internal communication pieces for a variety of channels (web, print, social).
• Develop associate engagement opportunities, manage budgets and determine critical paths.

Requirements:

• Degree/Diploma or Certificate in Event Management, Marketing/Communications, Corporate Social Responsibility, or equivalent experience.
• One year of relevant experience supporting large scale Corp event planning.
• Excellent written and spoken communication skills, proofreading skills with a high attention to detail.
• Microsoft Office including PowerPoint, Word and Excel.

Preferred Experience:

• Demonstrated commitment and understanding of equity, diversity and inclusion in the workplace and beyond.
• Creative thinking and an innovative approach to work responsibilities always striving for improvement.
• Proven ability to plan and organize Corporate Events.
• Experience working with and managing volunteers.
• Experience working with vendors while adhering to a budget, quotes, and timelines.

Additional Information:

HCM provides a competitive salary structure and starting wage based on previous, related experience. Additionally, HCM provides weekly, monthly, and annual attendance bonuses, equaling a potential additional $1.40 per hour; a Team Achievement Bonus paid two times per year; an industry leading Defined Contribution (DC) pension that includes company contributions and company matching; and a comprehensive benefit plan that provides choice and flexibility with the cost subsidized by company contributions. HCM also provides shift premiums paid at 5% for afternoon and 10% for the overnight shift.

Associates are encouraged to take advantage of the Honda Purchase Programs for vehicles, parts, motorcycles and power equipment; full service cafeteria, or bring your own meals and use microwaves and refrigerators available; full access to our on-site recreation center, including basketball courts, fitness and yoga classes, baseball diamond, Olympic-sized hockey rink and 800 person in-house hockey league; exclusive Honda events: summer and holiday parties, community events, community volunteering with rewards, and much more. HCM associates are provided with uniforms and personal protective equipment, including safety shoes, glasses, hats, hearing protection, etc.

HCM is proud to provide extensive classroom and on-the-job training opportunities as well as provides tuition reimbursement program to help you build your capabilities and grow your career.

AODA

Honda is committed to providing accommodation in its recruitment processes to applicants with disabilities, upon request. The accommodation provided will take into account the applicant’s accessibility needs. If you require accommodation at any time during the recruitment process or in order to successfully submit an application, please contact us to submit your accommodation request.

We thank all applicants in advance but advise that only those under consideration will be contacted.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Salary: $33.24-$34.98 per hour

Benefits:

• Company events
• Company pension
• Dental care
• Employee assistance program
• Extended health care
• Life insurance
• On-site gym
• On-site parking
• Paid time off
• Relocation assistance
• Store discount
• Tuition reimbursement
• Wellness program
• Work from home

Flexible Language Requirement:

• French not required

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday
• Overtime

Supplemental pay types:

• Bonus pay
• Overtime pay

Ability to Commute:

• Alliston, ON L9R 1V4 (required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Alliston, ON L9R 1V4: Relocate with an employer provided relocation package (required)

Work Location: In person