Meridian Events Coordinator | Meridian Wine Merchants | National

You will act as the central coordination point between wine producers, customers, event organisers, suppliers and internal teams to ensure events are professionally delivered, commercially successful and memorable.

Key Responsibilities

• National events are professionally planned, coordinated and executed on time and within budget.
• Meridian's premium wine portfolio is showcased effectively across targeted events and customer experiences.
• Wine producers, customers, suppliers and event partners experience exceptional service and collaboration.
• Events achieve agreed commercial objectives and deliver measurable return on investment.
• Event logistics, stock, staffing, POSM and administration are delivered accurately and efficiently.
• Event budgets are effectively managed, monitored and controlled.
• Event reporting and post-event analysis drive improvements in future event planning and execution.
• Internal and external stakeholders work together effectively to deliver exceptional event experience.

HOW OUTCOMES ARE DELIVERED

Develop, manage and monitor event budgets, expenditure and ROI while ensuring cost-effective event delivery.

Evaluate event opportunities, manage event sales mechanisms and maximise commercial outcomes from marketing investments.

Coordinate Meridian's national events calendar including trade shows, wine festivals, exhibitions, tastings and customer experiences.

Build and maintain strong relationships with producers, event organisers, suppliers, customers and internal teams.

Coordinate event logistics, stock, POSM, promotional staff, transport, accommodation and venue requirements.

Oversee event setup, execution, breakdown and operational problem-solving while ensuring premium brand standards.

Prepare event proposals, feasibility studies, post-event reports, stock reconciliations, supplier payments and ROI analysis.

Identify opportunities to improve event planning, supplier performance, customer experience and operational efficiency.

Coordinate cross-functional communication and ensure alignment across Marketing, Sales, Operations and external stakeholders.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• Diploma or Degree in Marketing, Event Management, Hospitality, Business Management or a related field.
• 3–5 years' experience coordinating events, activations or marketing projects within FMCG, hospitality, wine, retail or a related industry.
• Proficiency in Microsoft 365, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams, SharePoint and project coordination tools.

Other Requirements:

• Valid driver's licence
• Own reliable vehicle
• Willingness to travel nationally
• Availability to work evenings and weekends when required

JOIN MERIDIAN WINE MERCHANTS

If you're an energetic, organised and people-focused events professional who enjoys creating memorable experiences and working with premium brands, we'd love to hear from you.

Bring your passion for events.

Represent a premium wine portfolio.

Create experiences that people remember.