Global Tradeshow Strategy Lead & Operations Expert

Avantor; Illinois; On-site; USD 98,000 - 157,000; Full time

Job summary

Avantor is seeking a Tradeshow Manager to lead strategy, planning, and execution for global flagship tradeshows. You will work with Commercial, Product, Marketing, Digital and executives to ensure compelling experiences and measurable business impact.

You will own budgets, contracts, and post-event ROI reporting, while streamlining processes and governance across a global portfolio. Domestic and international travel up to 20% is expected.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required with 5–7 years in trade shows or related fields.
• Proven end-to-end planning and execution of large tradeshows.
• Strong negotiation, budgeting, reporting and PM capabilities.
• Cross-functional leadership within matrixed organizations.

Responsibilities

• Lead strategy, planning, execution and measurement of Avantor's flagship tradeshows.
• Negotiate exhibit space, sponsorships and event contracts to maximize value.
• Independently manage a portfolio of tradeshows with governance for regional events.
• Coordinate planning with Commercial, Product, Marketing, Digital, Communications and partners.
• Oversee logistics: registrations, housing, space, shipping, booth assets and leads.
• Own post-event reporting, ROI analyses and recommendations for future shows.
• Create project docs, timelines and best-practice standards to improve efficiency.
• Build partnerships with organizers, sponsors, vendors and internal stakeholders.

Skills

Strategic leadership

Cross-functional leadership

Budget management

Vendor management

Project management

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Microsoft 365

Teams

SharePoint

C4C

Cvent

iCapture

Job description

Avantor is seeking a Tradeshow Manager to lead strategy, planning, and execution for global flagship tradeshows. You will work with Commercial, Product, Marketing, Digital and executives to ensure compelling experiences and measurable business impact.

You will own budgets, contracts, and post-event ROI reporting, while streamlining processes and governance across a global portfolio. Domestic and international travel up to 20% is expected.