Global Exhibitions Operations Lead

Jaarbeurs; Utrecht; Hybrid; EUR 37,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

8% holiday allowance

Pension scheme

Collective bonus scheme up to 5%

Commission scheme (up to 2.5 monthly)

Job summary

Jaarbeurs in Utrecht is seeking a senior operations manager to oversee the end-to-end delivery of international exhibitions and events within the VIV portfolio. You will ensure on-time, on-budget execution, high-quality standards, and safety across regions.

The role requires strong leadership, commercial acumen, and the ability to manage multiple markets, teams, suppliers, and venues effectively.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in senior event operations management.
• Strong expertise in venue management, stand construction, and supplier coordination.
• Demonstrated ability to manage large, complex projects across multiple stakeholders.
• Commercial mindset with budget management and upsell opportunities.
• Excellent organizational and problem-solving skills under pressure.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end planning and execution of international exhibitions and events.
• Translate concepts into detailed operational plans, timelines and budgets.
• Manage venues, contractors and suppliers, including stand construction and onsite services.
• Ensure health, safety and regulatory compliance across regions with risk analysis.
• Collaborate with event managers, sales and marketing for integrated experiences.
• Monitor budgets, control costs and identify efficiencies while maintaining quality.
• Lead the operations team and drive process improvements across the portfolio.

Skills

Event operations

Venue management

Supplier coordination

Budget management

Cross-functional leadership

English fluency

Job description

Jaarbeurs in Utrecht is seeking a senior operations manager to oversee the end-to-end delivery of international exhibitions and events within the VIV portfolio. You will ensure on-time, on-budget execution, high-quality standards, and safety across regions.

The role requires strong leadership, commercial acumen, and the ability to manage multiple markets, teams, suppliers, and venues effectively.