Global Trade Show Manager – Intl Exhibitions

PMMI: The Association for Packaging and Processing Technologies; Herndon (VA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

PMMI, The Association for Packaging and Processing Technologies, is the leading global resource for packaging and processing and connects manufacturers with packaging and processing solutions. The Manager, International Trade Shows, oversees PMMI’s presence at EXPO PACK México and EXPO PACK Guadalajara, coordinating timelines, exhibitor participation, marketing, and logistics between the U.S.

and Mexico offices.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
• 5–7 years of experience in trade show management, event management, association management, or a related field.
• Spanish proficiency preferred.
• Demonstrated experience managing complex projects with multiple stakeholders and deadlines.
• Prior supervisory or team leadership experience preferred.
• Strong organizational, project management, and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Ability and willingness to travel domestically and internationally, including travel to Mexico and PACK EXPO events.
• Experience working with Map Your Show, Salesforce, event management systems, or similar platforms preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all aspects of the PMMI Member Pavilion at EXPO PACK México and EXPO PACK Guadalajara.
• Manage pavilion space sales, exhibitor participation, and operational planning.
• Oversee booth assignments and pavilion layouts within Map Your Show.
• Coordinate PMMI Pavilion logistics, including staffing, travel, shipments, lounge operations, and exhibitor support.
• Oversee the development and production of PMMI Pavilion structures, graphics, and related vendor deliverables in conjunction with international trade show coordinator.
• Resolve escalated exhibitor issues and support successful pavilion operations.
• Work with floor managers, vendors, and exhibitors to support successful move-in, show operations, and move-out activities.
• Provide on-site support in the PMMI Pavilion during the events.
• Maintain relationships with international pavilion organizers and key exhibitor partners.
• Coordinate international space sales activities with the Mexico Office to ensure accuracy across floor plans, reporting, and exhibitor records.
• Oversee sponsorship opportunities and related exhibitor agreements.
• Oversee the development of pavilion organizer agreements and exhibitor participation requirements.
• Work with internal departments to support collections and account resolution activities as needed.
• Serve as the escalation point for complex exhibitor and organizer issues.
• Maintain relationships and oversee contracting activities for International Pavilions participating in PACK EXPO trade shows.
• Support operational initiatives and special projects across the PACK EXPO portfolio as assigned.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for external international sales representatives and coordinate related agreements and commission reporting.
• Provide general support for PACK EXPO trade show operations as needed.
• Travel to domestic PACK EXPO events and provide on-site support as required.

Skills

Project management

Communication

Leadership

Organizational skills

Customer service

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Map Your Show

Salesforce

Event management systems

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

PMMI, The Association for Packaging and Processing Technologies, is the leading global resource for packaging and processing and connects manufacturers with packaging and processing solutions. The Manager, International Trade Shows, oversees PMMI’s presence at EXPO PACK México and EXPO PACK Guadalajara, coordinating timelines, exhibitor participation, marketing, and logistics between the U.S.

and Mexico offices.