Strategic Events Marketing Manager

Who we are

Samsara (NYSE: IOT) is the pioneer of the Connected Operations™ Cloud, which is a platform that enables organizations that depend on physical operations to harness Internet of Things (IoT) data to develop actionable insights and improve their operations. At Samsara, we are helping improve the safety, efficiency and sustainability of the physical operations that power our global economy. Representing more than 40% of global GDP, these industries are the infrastructure of our planet, including agriculture, construction, field services, transportation, and manufacturing — and we are excited to help digitally transform their operations at scale.

Working at Samsara means you’ll help define the future of physical operations and be on a team that’s shaping an exciting array of product solutions, including Video-Based Safety, Vehicle Telematics, Apps and Driver Workflows, and Equipment Monitoring. As part of a recently public company, you’ll have the autonomy and support to make an impact as we build for the long term.

We are looking for an energetic, highly organized, A-player who loves a fast-paced, high-performing environment. Working within Marketing, this role will support the production for Samsara's annual customer conference, Beyond, our global Go Beyond programs, and other hosted events throughout the year.

This role supports end-to-end production planning for Samsara's keynotes, breakouts, expo hall and general sessions, covering run-of-show creation, AV planning, rehearsal scheduling, and speaker management, all while executing alongside our production vendor onsite.

You'll manage relationships with production vendors and internal stakeholders while overseeing the workstreams and details that turn a production plan into a flawless live experience. Partnering closely with other members of the marketing, product, sales engineers, and customer success teams, you'll help shape programming and engagement that ladder up to Samsara's business objectives, driving best-in-class events.

This is a remote role open to candidates residing in the US except the San Francisco Bay Metro Area, NYC Metro Area, and Washington, D.C. Metro Area. This role requires travel, candidates must be open to traveling 30% of the time. 

You should apply if:

• You want to impact the industries that run our world: Your efforts will result in real-world impact – helping to keep the lights on, get food into grocery stores, reduce emissions, and most importantly, ensure workers return home safely.


• You are the architect of your own career: If you put in the work, this role won’t be your last at Samsara. We set up our employees for success and have built a culture that encourages rapid career development, countless opportunities to experiment and master your craft in a hyper growth environment.


• You’re energized by our opportunity: The vision we have to digitize large sectors of the global economy requires your full focus and best efforts to bring forth creative, ambitious ideas for our customers.


• You want to be with the best: At Samsara, we win together, celebrate together and support each other. You will be surrounded by a high-calibre team that will encourage you to do your best. 

In this role, you will:

• Coordinate keynote and breakout planning and execution across key internal stakeholders, Samsara’s main production vendor and venue partners.


• Support content production by building timelines, scheduling rehearsals, sourcing vehicles and equipment, and managing exec schedules and internal/external speakers.


• Review venue contracts to ensure production needs are being met.


• Assist in managing expo production needs including coordinating details between internal stakeholders, vendors, and the venue.


• Oversee multiple events and programs with overlapping schedules.


• Bring energy, creativity, and new ideas to build a successful event experience.

Minimum requirements for the role:

• 3+ years of experience in event management/production


• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience is required.


• This role requires travel, candidates must be open to traveling 30% of the time. 


• Experience using AI tools to work more efficiently.

An ideal candidate also has:

• Strong communication, negotiation, and budget-management skills, with the ability to work across all levels of an organization


• Proven ability to manage multiple programs simultaneously in a fast-paced environment, navigate shifting priorities, and consistently deliver against deadlines without compromising execution quality.


• Excellent project management and organizational skills, with exceptional attention to detail and the ability to build scalable processes, documentation, timelines, and operational frameworks.


• Ability to work independently in an ambiguous and rapidly changing environment