Communication Manager

Led by Rodolphe Saadé, the CMA CGM Group, a global leader in shipping and logistics, serves more than 420 ports around the world on five continents. With its subsidiary CEVA Logistics, a world leader in logistics, and its air freight division CMA CGM AIR CARGO, the CMA CGM Group is continually innovating to offer its customers a complete and increasingly efficient range of new shipping, land, air and logistics solutions.

Committed to the energy transition in shipping, and a pioneer in the use of alternative fuels, the CMA CGM Group has set a target to become Net Zero Carbon by 2050.

Through the CMA CGM Foundation, the Group acts in humanitarian crises that require an emergency response by mobilizing the Group’s shipping and logistics expertise to bring humanitarian supplies around the world.

Present in 160 countries through its network of more than 400 offices and 750 warehouses, the Group employs more than 155,000 people worldwide, including 4,000 in Marseilles where its head office is located.

TANGRAM is a training and innovation center created by the CMA CGM Group, a global player in maritime, land, and air logistics solutions.

The mission of TANGRAM is to create the sustainable transport and logistics of tomorrow. At a time when transport and logistics play a major role in the global economy, the CMA CGM Group has created a new center of excellence to address the major challenges facing the transport and logistics sectors today: environmental, technological, geopolitical, and economic. TANGRAM is designed to create a rich ecosystem and develop synergies among experts from all areas of the supply chain. This center of excellence brings together both CMA CGM Group employees and clients and partners, including large companies, startups, universities, research centers, and more.

TANGRAM opened its doors last May at Pointe Rouge in Marseille, in close proximity to ENSM. The site covers more than 8,500 square meters and includes a central Bastide, over 22 training and meeting rooms, an Event Center (auditorium), an Innovation Hub, a Café, and a Restaurant.

MISSION

TANGRAM was inaugurated last May and now aims to strengthen its event capabilities, complementing its current offering of training and innovation programs.

Reporting to the Director of TANGRAM, you will play a key role in the management and coordination of on-site events. You will be responsible for the design, planning, and organization of inspiring and strategic events for various departments of the Group and our clients or partners. Your mission will be to promote the image of TANGRAM and CMA CGM through high-quality events, manage logístical aspects, and ensure participant satisfaction.

RESPONSIBILITIES

**Event Planning and Coordination**:
Design and plan events such as conferences, seminars, and various workshops.

Coordinate the different logístical aspects of the events (rooms, equipment, catering, accommodation, transport, etc.).

Manage participation and communication with participants and speakers, serving as the key point of contact.

Implement processes (specifications, supplier book, etc.) to ensure smooth organization.

Ensure on-site operational coordination with various operational teams (reception, IT, maintenance, caterers, digital experience facilitators, etc.): oversee the smooth running of events in real-time alongside training and innovation programs, supervise the setup and dismantling of equipment, ensure compliance with safety and regulatory standards during the event.

Keep planning and organization tracking files updated to ensure other teams have visibility on these topics.

**Supplier and Service Provider Management**:
Select and negotiate with service providers (caterers, facilitators, photographers, etc.).

Ensure the quality of services provided by the various suppliers.

**Promotion and Communication**:
Ensure the coherence of events with TANGRAM's objectives while enhancing the CMA CGM brand image.

Develop and implement communication strategies to promote events (social networks, website, newsletters, local media) in collaboration with the CMA CGM Group Communication team and the TANGRAM Communication team.

Ensure the coherence of events with TANGRAM's objectives while enhancing the CMA CGM brand image.

Oversee the creation of promotional content and communication materials with these teams.

**Budget Management**:
Develop the event budget and monitor it with the TANGRAM Financial Director.

Monitor expenses and optimize costs.

**Evaluation and Monitoring**:
Collect feedback and suggest improvements for future events based on the feedback received.

PROFILE AND SKILLS

Proven experience in event management within a leading event agency or a large international group.

Strong skills in organization, project management, and problem-solving, with the ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously.

Ability to work agilely in a team, collaborate with various internal and external stakeholders, and