Events - Events Coordinator

Winnipeg, MB
On-site
Posted Oct 7, 2026
1 position

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Employment type: Full-time
Experience level: Entry, Junior · 0+ years
Minimum education: High school
Posting language: English
Working hours: 40 hours per week

Job summary

The Events Coordinator will assist with the planning and execution of over 200 annual events, site visits, and meetings. Responsibilities include managing vendor relations, preparing event materials, overseeing on-site production, and ensuring facility readiness.

Job details

Who We Are: Price Industries Limited, North America’s leading manufacturer and distributor of air distribution products (www.priceindustries.com). The founding principles of Price have never changed – business integrity, first-class service, innovation and a commitment to people. Our dependable quality, reliable delivery, and knowledgeable follow-up service have made Price a market leader in supplying air distribution, critical controls, and noise control products. After more than 60 years, Price remains a privately held family company with a deep heritage and commitment to innovation and service. Our long-standing vision, values, and the Price way of doing business are the cornerstones of our success. We are a dynamic, progressive and innovative organization looking for new talent in our growing Winnipeg manufacturing facility. If you thrive on new challenges, and working in a friendly, team-driven environment, you should consider the following opportunity. What You Can Expect: Health and Dental - Employees and their families enjoy paid benefits covering an extensive list of medical and dental expenses and services. Manulife Virtual Pharmacy - Access pharmacy services anytime, anywhere through the Manulife app, with eligible prescriptions delivered directly to your home. Manulife Mental Health and Counselling Services - Access confidential mental health and wellness support through the Manulife app, with convenient options to book counselling, consultations, and guided programs all in one place. Life and Disability - You will be provided with life insurance in a multiple of your salary with an option to purchase additional coverage. Pension Matching Program - Invest in your future with each pay cheque through our Defined Contribution Pension Plan and we will match your contribution (up to 3% of your salary). Wellness Reimbursement Program - Employees are eligible for a fitness centre or club membership reimbursement of up to $300 per year, this includes Fitness related App’s. Personal and Professional Development - We are committed to helping you reach your potential through training and education. Community Involvement - Generously supporting health, charities, youth, and education opportunities is our passion, and you’re invited to be a part of that. Our convenient Price Café offers free Tea and Coffee. Position: Events Coordinator Department: Corporate Events Management and Hosting Services Reporting to: Events Manager and/or Senior Events Manager The Events Coordinator will assist with the coordination of over 200 events, site visits and meetings each year. The candidate must be able to anticipate project needs, discern work priorities, and meet deadlines with little supervision, and be willing to work occasional evenings and weekends. The Events Coordinator should have an appreciation for special events management, provide outstanding customer service, be an enthusiastic professional, and be able to build relationships with internal and external customers. The successful candidate must possess and maintain a valid driver's licence and have reliable access to a personal vehicle for work-related travel. Responsibilities: Propose new ideas to improve the event planning and implementation process. Serve as a liaison with vendors for event-related matters. Assist with managing on-site production and clean-up for events as necessary. This includes but is not limited to, stocking fridges, preparing snack baskets, making coffee, washing dishes and working with the cleaning service and maintenance staff to ensure cleanliness and operational readiness of the facilities. Prepare welcome letters, nametags, materials, gift bags, registration lists, seating cards, etc. Assist with preparing budgets and provide periodic progress reports for each event project. Receive, track and respond to attendee requests. Create event plans for all events and visits. Maintain a well-stocked and accessible supply room. Assist with negotiations for accommodations and meeting room space, arrange food and beverage, order supplies and event signage. Prepare and modify event contracts as necessary. Close out all events as required. Other duties as assigned. Qualifications: Experience or post-secondary education in event planning is an asset. Dedication to customer service ethic and high expectations for quality. Capable of managing multiple projects and work assignments. Excellent communication skills, including writing, proof reading and speaking. Communicate effectively with both internal and external personnel in person and by phone. Accomplish projects with little supervision. Proficient using the latest versions of Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint. Excellent time management and prioritization skills. Highly motivated and inspires confidence to work independently and in support of department goals and business objectives. Ability to build relationships, work across a multi-product line organization, and be a team player. Experience in corporate events and event planning is an asset. Fluency in French, both written and verbal, is considered a strong asset. Should this excellent opportunity interest you, please submit your resume, including salary expectations. We appreciate the interest shown by all applicants, however only those being considered for an interview will be contacted. We welcome and encourage applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit and business need.

What you’ll do

Requirements

Candidates should have experience or education in event planning and possess excellent communication and organizational skills. A valid driver's license and access to a personal vehicle are required for work-related travel.