Mentor, OHOrder: 1548697Order Type : Long Term to Permanent
Buyers Products company, a leading manufacturer in the work truck industry, is searching for a Tradeshow Production Manager to complement the skills and talents of our Marketing department. We build in-house, and manage eye-opening and unforgettable presences at national and regional trade shows / conferences and local field events.
This opportunity requires someone with excellent organization and planning skills who can work autonomously with minimal supervision but can also work effectively with others collaborating within a team environment. Hands-on production skills are a must! Candidates that thrive in a very fast-pace, high-energy corporate environment that demands and rewards leadership, initiative, resourcefulness, and individual contribution find success at Buyers Products.
This job requires work on evenings and weekends. Expect long hours.
Primary Duties:
Tradeshow Exhibit Design and Production
- Layout and design of tradeshow exhibits
- Design and installation of tradeshow displays (hands-on installation)
- Coordination of tradeshow display fabrication with engineering and production teams
- Coordination of production of exhibit graphics with design team and printers
- Cleaning, maintenance, repair, and assembly of displays and other exhibit assets
Exhibit Warehousing, Inventory, and Shipping
- Inventory management for all display and tradeshow exhibits and assets
- Proper packing, loading, and shipment of tradeshow displays and other exhibit assets
- Proper unloading, unpacking, and check-in of exhibits returning from tradeshows
- Proper storage and upkeep of all tradeshow exhibits and assets
Tradeshow Logistics Coordination
- Project management of all tradeshow appearances from registration through take-down
- Coordinate and communicate with all company stakeholders involved in tradeshow in a clear and organized manner
- Financial management of tradeshows and events
- Works with sales team to ensure show, set-up, and take downs are properly staffed
- Assists sales team in securing housing for tradeshow staff as necessary