Project Manager

DSV - Global Transport and Logistics; Mississauga; On-site; CAD 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

DSV – Global Transport and Logistics in Mississauga, Canada, seeks a Project Manager for Fairs & Events to lead end-to-end show management, freight handling, and onsite coordination. This role requires overseeing shipments, show logistics, and stakeholder communications to ensure timely deliveries and compliance with show instructions.

The position emphasizes traveling to show venues, working flexible hours, and driving exhibitor engagement.

Qualifications

• Fairs & Events experience, preferably +5 years of freight forwarding experience (air, sea, import/export).
• Excellent communication skills.
• Willing to work flexible hours to support show requirements.
• Willing to travel to show venues.
• Team player and collaborative mindset.

Responsibilities

• Operations Management: end-to-end Fairs & Events show management, shipments, pre-alerts, and customs coordination.
• Onsite Operation & Show Management: manifest prep, onsite planning, meetings with organizers and vendors.
• Financial Management: timely billing and collection, show closure.
• Lead management: follow-up on exhibitor list and securing business.

Skills

Good communication

Willing to travel

Flexible hours

Team player

Education

Degree+

Job description

DSV – Global Transport and Logistics

DSV encourages inclusivity and are committed to diversity in the workplace while welcoming applications from all qualified individuals including women, members of visible minorities, aboriginal persons, and persons with disabilities. Our goal is to provide an inclusive environment for all to succeed. We work with candidates with disabilities throughout the recruitment process to ensure that they have what they need to be at their best. Please reach out to Human Resources should you require accommodation during the recruitment process.

DSV encourages inclusivity and are committed to diversity in the workplace while welcoming applications from all qualified individuals including women, members of visible minorities, aboriginal persons, and persons with disabilities. Our goal is to provide an inclusive environment for all to succeed. We work with candidates with disabilities throughout the recruitment process to ensure that they have what they need to be at their best. Please reach out to Human Resources should you require accommodation during the recruitment process.

Location: CAN - Mississauga, 5935 Airport Rd suite 1000, 1100
Job Posting Title: Project Manager, Fairs & Events
Time Type: Full Time
Compensation: Salary starting at $65,000.00 - $75,000.00, plus eligible benefits, in accordance with experience and internal equity

• This posting is for an existing vacancy and not intended to create a talent pipeline ***

Position Summary

Responsible for Fairs & Events P/L for Canada, freight management & operations and based in Mississauga Location in Canada. No remote work.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

The following is intended to describe the general nature and level work being performed. It is not an exhaustive list of all expectations.

• Operations Management: Responsible for end-to-end Fairs & Events Show Management – ensuring timely handling of all Fairs & Events shipments, pre-alerts, document verification as per F&E Shipping Instructions & Country rules, coordinating with customs brokerage team for timely customs clearance – TIB, Permanent, ATA Carnet, Others, timely deliveries, re-export formalities including freight bookings, re-export documentation, customs clearance and all related formalities, timely communication with overseas agents / net-work / inhouse offices.
• Onsite Operation & Show Management: Preparation of Manifest (Show log), onsite management, planning and support - meeting organizers, agents, exhibitors, vendors, coordinating with onsite service providers / unions, timely deliveries and updates for inbound & vice versa for outbound.
• Financial Management: Timely billing and collection including job opening and show closure.
• Lead management: Follow-up on exhibitor list and securing business.

Other Duties

• Performs other duties as assigned.

Minimum Required Qualifications

Education and/or Experience

• Degree+
• Fairs & Events experience, preferable +5 years Freight Forwarding experience - Air, Sea, import & export
• Good communication skills
• Willing to work for flexible working hours as per show requirements
• Willing to travel to show venues
• Team player

DSV – Global transport and logistics

Working at DSV means playing in a different league.

As a global leader in transport and logistics, we have been on an extraordinary journey of growth. Let’s grow together as we continue to innovate, digitalise and build on our achievements.

With close to 150,000 colleagues in over 90 countries, we work every day to offer solid services and meet our customers’ needs and help them achieve their goals. We know that the best way to achieve this is by bringing in new talent, fresh perspectives and ambitious individuals like you.

At DSV, performance is in our DNA. We don’t just work – we aim to shape the future of logistics. This ambition fuels a dynamic environment built on collaboration with world‑class team players, accountability and action. We value inclusivity, embrace different cultures and respect the dignity and rights of every individual. If you want to make an impact, be trusted by customers and grow your career in a forward-thinking company – this is the place to be.

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