Operations Manager

Global Exhibitions & Conferences Sdn Bhd; Shah Alam; On-site; MYR 67,000 - 112,000; Full time

Job summary

Global Exhibitions & Conferences Sdn Bhd is seeking a highly organized Operations Manager to oversee the planning, coordination, and execution of exhibitions, conferences, and events. This role requires hands-on leadership and experience in the exhibitions and events industry.

You will manage all operational aspects to ensure on-time, on-budget delivery, supervise contractors, and travel to event sites as needed.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 to 7 years of experience in exhibitions, conferences, or events.
• Strong experience in event planning, operations management, and project coordination.
• Good knowledge of exhibition floor plan design.
• Basic proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, Photoshop, Acrobat, or related editing software).
• Good planning, organizational, and time management skills.
• Strong supervisory and leadership skills with experience managing contractors and vendors.
• Ability to work effectively under tight timelines and project deadlines.
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making capabilities.
• Willing and able to travel to manage operations at event sites.

Responsibilities

• Oversee planning, coordination, and execution of exhibitions, conferences, and events.
• Ensure on-time delivery, adherence to budget, and delivery to high standards.
• Lead and supervise contractors and vendors to support event operations.

Skills

Operations management

Event planning

Project coordination

Leadership

Time management

Problem solving

Tools

Adobe Creative Suite

Job description

Global Exhibitions & Conferences is seeking a highly organized and experienced Operations Manager to oversee the planning, coordination, and execution of exhibitions, conferences, and events.

The successful candidate will be responsible for managing all operational aspects of projects, ensuring events are delivered on time, within budget, and to the highest standards. This role requires strong leadership, problem‑solving abilities, and hands‑on experience in the exhibitions and events industry.

Requirements

• Minimum 3 to 7 years of experience in the exhibitions, conferences, or events industry.
• Strong experience in event planning, operations management, and project coordination.
• Good knowledge of exhibition floor plan design.
• Basic proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, Photoshop, Acrobat, or related editing software).
• Good in planning, organizational, and time management skills.
• Strong supervisory and leadership skills with experience managing contractors and vendors.
• Ability to work effectively under tight timelines and project deadlines.
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making capabilities.
• Willing and able to travel to manage operations at event sites.
• Committed, flexible, and responsive to business operational requirements.

Why Join Us?

At Global Exhibitions & Conferences, you will play a critical role in delivering high-profile exhibitions and conferences that connect industries and businesses worldwide. Join a passionate and professional team where your expertise and leadership will directly contribute to our continued success.

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