Trade Show Manager

CFS; Herndon (VA); Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Profit sharing

Job summary

CFS is seeking a Manager, International Trade Shows to lead the planning, coordination and execution of major international trade show initiatives, serving as the primary liaison between US and international teams.

The role oversees exhibitor and pavilion operations, manages key technology platforms, and supervises the International Trade Show Coordinator, with domestic and international travel. Excellent benefits including profit sharing, plus a hybrid work arrangement and travel opportunities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree required.
• 4+ years of trade show, event management, association or related experience.
• Excellent customer service and relationship management abilities.
• Advanced Microsoft Office skills.
• Experience with event management platforms.
• Spanish language skills are a plus.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary liaison between US and international teams for trade show planning and execution
• Coordinate cross functional activities involving Marketing, Sales, Operations, Registration, Finance and external vendors
• Oversee all aspects of pavilion sales, exhibitor participation and event operations
• Manages relationships with international pavilion organizers and exhibitors
• Coordinate setup and management of exhibitor platforms, floor plans, online directories and mobile applications

Skills

Customer relationship management

Event planning

Cross-functional collaboration

Spanish language

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Manager, International Trade Shows

Full Time - Hybrid - Domestic & International Travel

Our client is hiring a Manager, International Trade Shows to lead the planning, coordination and execution of major international trade show initiatives. The Manager, International Trade Shows serves as the primary liaison between US and international teams, oversees exhibitor and pavilion operations, manages key technology platforms and supervises the International Trade Show Coordinator.

Salary - $80,000-$90,000 plus bonus

What Stands Out About the Manager, International Trade Shows Role

• High visibility role supporting major international trade shows
• Opportunity to work closely with US and international teams
• Lead exhibitor, pavilion and event operations from planning through execution
• Domestic and international travel opportunities
• Excellent benefits including profit sharing

Key Responsibilities Of The Manager, International Trade Shows

• Serve as the primary liaison between US and international teams for trade show planning and execution
• Coordinate cross functional activities involving Marketing, Sales, Operations, Registration, Finance and external vendors
• Oversee all aspects of pavilion sales, exhibitor participation and event operations
• Manages relationships with international pavilion organizers and exhibitors
• Coordinate setup and management of exhibitor platforms, floor plans, online directories and mobile applications

Qualifications Of The Manager, International Trade Shows

• Bachelor's Degree required
• 4+ years of trade show, event management, association or related experience
• Excellent customer service and relationship management abilities
• Advanced Microsoft Office skills
• Experience with event management platforms
• Spanish language skills are a plus

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