Promotions Coördinator

Reports to: Marketing Manager

Location: Providence, Guyana

Description

As an Promotions Coordinator, you are responsible for planning, organizing, and executing a wide range of corporate and promotional events that strengthen brand visibility and drive business growth. You oversee the full lifecycle of events, including trade shows, customer activations, product launches, and internal company functions.

In this role, you coordinate logistics, manage vendor relationships, and ensure seamless execution from concept to completion. You act as the central point of contact for clients, partners, and internal stakeholders, ensuring every event reflects the company’s professional standards and strategic objectives.

This position is ideal for a highly organized, detail-oriented, and proactive professional who thrives in fast-paced environments and delivers exceptional event experiences.

Requirements

Education: Qualification in Event Management, Marketing, Business Administration, Communications, or a related field
Experience: Experience in event planning, promotions, trade shows, or project coordination is an advantage
Skills: Strong project management, negotiation, budgeting, and communication skills; ability to manage multiple priorities and vendors simultaneously

Key Responsibilities

  • Organize and coordinate trade shows and exhibitions, including booth setup, product demonstrations, and logistics management
  • Plan and execute customer and sales events such as conferences, seminars, product launches, and promotional activations
  • Manage the full event lifecycle including site selection, vendor negotiations, catering,
  • transport, and audiovisual setup
  • Oversee store promotions and sampling activities to enhance brand presence and customer engagement

  • Coordinate internal company events including meetings, training sessions, and team-building activities
  • Maintain strong relationships with clients, vendors, suppliers, and key stakeholders
  • Monitor event budgets, track expenses, and ensure cost-effective delivery
  • Evaluate post-event performance and provide insights to maximize return on investment

Key Competencies

Project Management – Effectively manages multiple events, timelines, and budgets simultaneously
Logistical Expertise – Ensures smooth coordination of complex operational and technical requirements
Communication Excellence – Serves as a clear and reliable liaison between internal teams and external partners
Strategic Thinking – Aligns event activities with broader business objectives to maximize impact
Attention to Detail – Ensures high standards of quality, execution, and brand representation

What we offer

🏢 A dynamic working environment
 Join a growing, family-owned company with over 25 years of experience in import, wholesale, retail, and travel retail across Suriname and Guyana. You’ll be part of a dedicated team working with international suppliers and serving a broad local customer base.

📦 Diverse product and task portfolio
 Work with a wide range of categories—from spirits & wines, food & non-food to fashion and duty-free products—across offices, bonded warehouses, retail stores, and border locations.

🚛 Strong logistics backbone
 Benefit from a well-organized back office and our own fleet of distribution vehicles, including bonded warehouse facilities in both countries. This ensures optimal stock availability and reliable deliveries.

🌍 International partnerships
 Collaborate directly with global brands and suppliers. You’ll gain hands-on experience in building sustainable partnerships while sharpening your commercial and brand development skills.

📈 Growth & development opportunities
 We value teamwork, ownership, quality, service, and respect. At Simextra Group, you’ll have the chance to grow—both within your role and across our expanding organization.

🏬 Varied and future-focused work
 Whether you’re in import & distribution, retail, brand management, or travel retail, every day offers new challenges and opportunities in fast-moving markets.

🤝 A supportive and professional team
 Join a team of driven professionals in a collaborative culture where openness, initiative, and accountability are encouraged.

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