Tradeshow Event Manager

Overview

A well-established manufacturing company is seeking a Tradeshow Marketing Specialist to coordinate and execute national and regional trade shows. This role will manage event logistics, vendor relationships, budgets, and on-site operations from planning through completion.

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate trade show planning, logistics, and execution from start to finish
• Manage relationships with vendors, show organizers, convention centers, and exhibit partners
• Coordinate booth setup, teardown, freight, shipping, and equipment deliveries
• Organize employee travel, hotel accommodations, staffing schedules, and event timelines
• Track budgets, expenses, vendor invoices, and project deadlines
• Serve as the primary point of contact for vendors during events
• Manage post-event reporting, expense reconciliation, and inventory organization

Qualifications

• 2+ years of experience in trade shows, event coordination, logistics, project coordination, or marketing operations
• Strong organizational, communication, and follow-up skills
• Experience managing vendors, coordinating schedules, and handling multiple projects
• Familiarity with freight, shipping, convention centers, or trade show operations preferred
• Valid driver's license and ability to travel as needed
• Must live within approximately 50 miles of Ripon, WI

Salary & Schedule

• Pay: $35–$50/hour, depending on experience
• Type: Contract
• Schedule: Full-time, Monday–Friday 8am-5pm
• Location: Hybrid – Ripon, WI (1 day onsite initially, increasing to 2–3 days during peak season)

Upcoming Travel: Significant involvement in the company's largest annual trade show in July 2027