From a small family business to a multi-billion-dollar global company, Sonoco has been changing the face of products and packaging since 1899 — all while keeping the heart of “People Build Businesses” alive.

 

Our talented people are at the core of our growth, constantly reinventing the Sonoco wheel with brilliant solutions every year. Today we are a world leader in global packaging solutions with diversified operations in over 34 countries. We're extremely proud of our portfolio of brands, our achievements in sustainability and industrialization and the groundbreaking work accomplished by our people. 

About ThermoSafe®

Since 1989, ThermoSafe has been driven by a singular purpose: protecting the integrity of products that protect people.

We’re a global team of thinkers, builders, and doers—passionate about advancing thermal science and redefining what’s possible in sustainable, temperature assurance packaging technology. From our labs to our manufacturing floors, and every function in between, ThermoSafe team members collaborate to design, produce, and deliver solutions that keep critical medicines safe across the globe.

Here, curiosity drives progress. Collaboration fuels innovation. And every person’s work connects directly to the patients and communities we serve. Because at ThermoSafe, every degree—and every person—matters.

Our culture values curiosity, accountability, and collaboration—empowering individuals to innovate, improve, and make real-world impact.

The Marketing Operations & Events Coordinator owns the operational planning and execution of ThermoSafe’s tradeshow and event program and plays a critical role in ensuring marketing operations run smoothly across the organization.

This role works closely with marketing team members and cross-functional partners across sales, product, operations, and finance to manage events, systems, memberships, inventory, and brand touchpoints that directly impact the customer experience. While execution is the primary focus, this role has the opportunity to contribute to and grow into greater ownership of event optimization and strategy over time.

What you’ll be doing:

Owning end-to-end planning and execution of ThermoSafe’s tradeshow and event programManaging event registrations, contracts, invoicing, and payment processingCoordinating logistics including booth space, vendors, shipping, and returnsMaintaining event calendars, timelines, checklists, and documentationPartnering cross-functionally to ensure teams are prepared and alignedSupporting post-event reconciliation, asset return, and continuous improvementManaging marketing-related memberships, subscriptions, and renewalsProcessing payments and supporting expense tracking in coordination with financeMaintaining and managing marketing inventory, including booths, samples, and branded materialsWorking confidently within marketing, human resources, and procurement systems to support workflows and approvalsEnsuring data accuracy, documentation, and operational consistencySupporting operational aspects of the ThermoSafe brand that interface directly with customersEnsuring customer-facing materials and experiences meet brand standardsOwning the execution of marketing and communications deliverables based on organizational needsCoordinating and distributing internal communications (announcements, updates, event communications)Supporting external-facing communications such as emails, event messaging, and customer updates

This is a hybrid position with in-office attendance at our Corporate Office location in Arlington Heights, IL.

We’d love to hear from you if:

2–4 years of experience in marketing operations, events, coordination, or a related roleExperience managing logistics, vendors, inventory, or paymentsComfort working within CRM, marketing, or procurement systems and learning new tools quicklyStrong knowledge of Microsoft Office tools, especially Excel (trackers, budgets, data) and PowerPoint (presentations, timelines)Exceptional attention to detail and accuracyStrong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple workstreamsProactive approach with energy and initiativeEffective collaboration skills across functionsInterest in growing from execution into greater ownership and strategyStrong communication, follow-through, and a focus on ownership and continuous improvement

Compensation:   

The annual base salary range for this role is from $84,640 to $95,220.

 

At Sonoco Products Company, we offer a comprehensive total rewards package, including competitive pay and benefits. *Benefits listed below are for employees located in the U.S. Specific benefits and wellbeing programs may vary depending on your location (within the U.S. or global), or if you are a union employee.

Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision coverage for you and your dependents, including FSA and HSA options401(k) retirement plan with company matchWellbeing tools and resources to support holistic health, including an Employee Assistance Program with a variety of servicesPaid time off and holidays to recreate, rejuvenate and care for the health of yourself and familyVariety of company paid and voluntary employee-paid insurance plans including life, personal accident, and disability insuranceTuition reimbursement

We are an equal opportunity employer, and we strictly prohibit and do not tolerate discrimination against employees, applicants or any other covered persons because of race, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, marital status, gender identity or expression, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any legally protected characteristic.