Job Overview
Employment Type
Full-time
Compensation
Salary
Range $70,000.00 - $80,000.00
Work Schedule
Standard Hours
Flexible
Day Shifts
Night Shifts
Benefits
Medical insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Flexible spending account
Health savings account
Employee assistance program
Paid Time Off
401(k) retirement plan
company match
Basic Term Life Insurance
long-term disability coverage
Voluntary coverage
Employee Discounts
Tuition Reimbursement
internal promotion opportunities
collaborative work environment
Job Description
Makita USA is a globally recognized leader in the professional power tool industry, renowned for its commitment to quality, innovation, and customer satisfaction. Established over 100 years ago, Makita has consistently set benchmarks in manufacturing by using the finest raw materials, advanced equipment, and rigorous quality testing to deliver durable and high-performance tools. Headquartered in La Mirada, California, with additional offices in Reno, Nevada; Wilmer, Texas; and Flowery Branch, Georgia, Makita USA has been providing best-in-class engineering solutions to professional power tool users across America since 1970. The company's extensive product range includes industry-leading battery-powered tools, outdoor power equipment, vacuums, lighting, radios, job site apparel, and premium accessories, all designed with a focus on power, performance, ergonomics, and user comfort.
The Trade Show Specialist role at Makita USA offers a fantastic opportunity to contribute to the company's success by planning, coordinating, and executing trade shows and events that showcase Makita's innovative product line. This full-time position based in La Mirada, CA, is integral in enhancing brand visibility and driving demand among professional contractors, hardware dealers, distributors, and media. Responsibilities include managing trade show calendars and budgets, collaborating with multiple departments such as senior communications, product management, marketing, and operations, and ensuring the flawless execution of trade shows from booth design to on-site management. This role involves hands-on activities like booth set-up, inventory management of trade show assets, and the creation of engaging product demonstrations.
The Trade Show Specialist plays a crucial role in communicating the Makita Advantage – highlighting tools known not only for their superior power and efficiency but also for reduced noise, less vibration, lower weight, and outstanding ergonomics. The position requires a proactive, detail-oriented professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment and can manage multiple projects simultaneously. Candidates with experience in trade show coordination, budget management, and a good understanding of marketing and communications will find this position rewarding. Makita USA supports its employees with a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental and vision insurance, a 401(k) plan with company match, paid time off, employee discounts, tuition reimbursement, and opportunities for professional growth. Travel is expected up to 15% of the time for this role, mainly to support trade show attendance and coordination.
This job offers a competitive salary range of $70,000 to $80,000 annually and invites candidates who are eager to be part of an innovative, team-oriented, and supportive work culture. If you have a passion for marketing, event coordination, and the power tool industry, joining Makita USA as a Trade Show Specialist will empower you to develop your career in a dynamic and supportive environment that values hard work, dedication, and innovation.
The Trade Show Specialist role at Makita USA offers a fantastic opportunity to contribute to the company's success by planning, coordinating, and executing trade shows and events that showcase Makita's innovative product line. This full-time position based in La Mirada, CA, is integral in enhancing brand visibility and driving demand among professional contractors, hardware dealers, distributors, and media. Responsibilities include managing trade show calendars and budgets, collaborating with multiple departments such as senior communications, product management, marketing, and operations, and ensuring the flawless execution of trade shows from booth design to on-site management. This role involves hands-on activities like booth set-up, inventory management of trade show assets, and the creation of engaging product demonstrations.
The Trade Show Specialist plays a crucial role in communicating the Makita Advantage – highlighting tools known not only for their superior power and efficiency but also for reduced noise, less vibration, lower weight, and outstanding ergonomics. The position requires a proactive, detail-oriented professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment and can manage multiple projects simultaneously. Candidates with experience in trade show coordination, budget management, and a good understanding of marketing and communications will find this position rewarding. Makita USA supports its employees with a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental and vision insurance, a 401(k) plan with company match, paid time off, employee discounts, tuition reimbursement, and opportunities for professional growth. Travel is expected up to 15% of the time for this role, mainly to support trade show attendance and coordination.
This job offers a competitive salary range of $70,000 to $80,000 annually and invites candidates who are eager to be part of an innovative, team-oriented, and supportive work culture. If you have a passion for marketing, event coordination, and the power tool industry, joining Makita USA as a Trade Show Specialist will empower you to develop your career in a dynamic and supportive environment that values hard work, dedication, and innovation.
Job Requirements
- Education of four-year college or university program or certificate or bachelor’s degree preferred
- Experience up to 3 years in marketing management, coordination, or specialist roles
- Knowledge of trade show and event processes including budget management
- Ability to coordinate multiple projects and maintain follow-through
- Attention to detail
- Ability to learn product knowledge on tools, competition, and professional users
- Strong critical thinking and communication skills
- Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment
- Organizational skills
- Mathematical skills including calculating discounts and percentages
- Presentation skills for internal and external audiences
- Ability to work under pressure and adapt to changing priorities
- Proficiency in Microsoft 365 applications and cloud services
- Ability to interpret business and technical documents
- Physical ability to lift/move up to 50 pounds and operate a moving vehicle
- Willingness to travel up to 15%
- Ability to work extended hours during events
Job Qualifications
- Four-year college or university program, certificate, or bachelor’s degree preferred, with academic focus in marketing, business, communications, or design
- Up to 3 years of experience in a marketing manager, coordinator, or specialist role
- Related trade show and event experience preferred but not required
- Familiarity with trade show and event processes including budgeting, planning, and booth set-up
- Strong project coordination, follow-up, and follow-through skills
- Excellent critical thinking, interpersonal, communication, time-management, and problem-solving skills
- Organizational and presentation skills
- Ability to learn product knowledge including competition, users, and dealers
- Computer proficiency in Microsoft 365 applications and cloud services
- Ability to read and interpret business periodicals, technical procedures, and trade show regulations
Job Duties
- Work with the senior communications manager, product management, channel marketing, brand marketing, operations, and senior management on trade show activities
- Build the annual Makita U.S.A. trade show calendar and budget
- Manage and track asset inventory and display tool inventory for trade shows, including inspection and maintenance
- Collaborate with marketing staff and vendors to build booth assets, including structures and signage
- Create demonstrations of key Makita products with product management and vendors
- Develop effective lead collection tactics at trade shows
- Coordinate show orders and shipping for select events
- Manage on-site details including shipping, receiving, staffing, and booth set-up at select events
Job Criteria
Experience
Entry Level (1-2 years)
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