Tradeshows Marketing Lead & Logistics Coordinator

JDS Industries; Sioux Falls (SD); On-site; USD 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

JDS Industries is seeking a Tradeshow Operations Coordinator to independently plan, manage, and coordinate all aspects of tradeshow events from initial arrangements to post-event evaluation.

You will serve as the primary point of contact for tradeshow matters, manage logistics and expenditures within budgets, and direct personnel at events, ensuring booth materials are prepared and inventory is replenished for future shows.

Qualifications

• Associate's or Bachelor's degree preferred with two years of marketing or event experience or comparable experience.
• Experience coordinating multiple projects, vendors, budgets, and deadlines with attention to detail preferred.
• Proficiency with business software including AS400, Excel (intermediate), Word, and email.

Responsibilities

• Plan and coordinate tradeshow timelines, booth space, registration, travel, and hotel accommodations.
• Evaluate vendors and services, monitor expenditures, and make budgeted purchasing decisions.
• Serve as primary on-site and remote contact for tradeshow questions and issues; resolve problems within authority.
• Lead tradeshow prep at the Sioux Falls facility, including booth setup, materials, and shipping logistics.
• Coordinate with Graphic Design and other departments to ensure branding and materials are ready for events.
• Maintain accurate inventory and replenish displays, literature, and promo items; place orders as needed.
• Oversee unpacking and inspection of show returns and arrange replacements for future events.
• Attend required tradeshows and provide onsite leadership for setup, activities, and teardown.
• Compile post-event feedback, results, expenditures, and lessons learned for future planning.
• Other duties as assigned.

Skills

Project management

Vendor coordination

Budget management

Event planning

Communication

Leadership

Inventory management

Travel coordination

Education

Associate's degree

Bachelor's degree

Tools

AS400

Excel (intermediate)

Microsoft Word

Email

Job description

JDS Industries is seeking a Tradeshow Operations Coordinator to independently plan, manage, and coordinate all aspects of tradeshow events from initial arrangements to post-event evaluation.

You will serve as the primary point of contact for tradeshow matters, manage logistics and expenditures within budgets, and direct personnel at events, ensuring booth materials are prepared and inventory is replenished for future shows.