Senior Trade Show & Events Specialist
Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Compensation
Type:
Salary
Rate:
Range $87,800.00 - $117,000.00
Work Schedule
Standard Hours
Benefits
Tuition Reimbursement
Paid vacation
Paid holidays
Medical Coverage
vision coverage
dental coverage
Pet insurance
Life insurance
401K contributions
Job Description
HME is a trailblazer in creating innovative products tailored for the drive-thru and professional audio industries, with a rich history dating back to 1971. This company has been a pioneer in developing communication solutions that have revolutionized the quick service restaurant (QSR) sector and have extended their expertise into professional audio equipment utilized at prestigious events like the Olympic Games. With a commitment to customer satisfaction and innovation, HME cultivates a team-oriented environment characterized by collaboration, continuous learning, and professional growth. Their global presence is extensive, with subsidiaries strategically located in California, Missouri, Canada, the United Kingdom, India, and China,... Show More
Job Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in marketing, communications, business, or a related field is preferred
- Minimum 8 years of proven experience coordinating B2B events, particularly tradeshows and demand generation
- Exceptional organizational and time management skills
- Ability to manage multiple complex projects simultaneously in a fast-paced environment
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite including Excel and PowerPoint
- Experience with CRM software such as HubSpot or D365
- Experience with marketing automation platforms like HubSpot
- Ability to use data to measure event success and drive continuous improvement
- Ability to interact professionally with vendors, customers, and internal stakeholders
- Willingness to travel up to 10 percent
- Ability to occasionally lift and move up to 10 pounds, and up to 50 pounds with assistance
Job Qualifications
- Exceptional organizational and time management skills with the ability to manage multiple complex projects simultaneously in a fast-paced environment
- Ability to use data to measure event success and drive continuous improvement
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Ability to interact professionally with vendors, customers, and internal stakeholders
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite including Excel and PowerPoint
- Experience with CRM software such as HubSpot or D365
- Experience with marketing automation platforms like HubSpot
- Proven experience coordinating B2B events with a strong emphasis on tradeshows and demand generation
- Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Communications, Business, or a related field is preferred
Job Duties
- Lead the planning and execution of major trade shows and industry events including event selection, booth design and layout, and overall attendee experience
- Own vendor strategy and management across event categories such as freight/shipping, A/V, catering, decorators, venues, installation/dismantle, ensuring quality, reliability, and cost control
- Oversee collateral planning and ordering including swag, signage, print materials, and product demos ensuring operational precision, brand consistency, and on-time delivery
- Develop and manage event schedules, run-of-show timelines, staffing plans, and on-site coordination to ensure flawless execution
- Partner closely with Sales and Marketing leadership to create and execute integrated pre-event, at-event, and post-event demand generation strategies
- Utilize CRM and marketing automation tools to track lead capture, conversion performance, meeting outcomes, and follow-up activity with high accuracy
- Build and deliver executive-ready post-event reporting summarizing KPIs, ROI, lessons learned, and recommended improvements
- Plan and manage high-impact internal events such as Sales Kickoffs (SKOs), dealer/distributor summits, and internal conferences
- Coordinate smaller, high-touch customer events and executive experiences, ensuring premium hospitality, strong brand representation, and seamless logistics
- Ensure event spend remains within approved budget, while maximizing program outcomes and measurable ROI
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Job Qualifications
Experience
Expert Level (7+ years)
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