Trade Show and Events Specialist

WHAT’S GROWING AT VAN DRUNEN FARMS AND FUTURECEUTICALS?  WE ARE!

As a global, growing, and vibrant ingredient and nutritional supplement supplier to the world’s best companies, Van Drunen Farms and FutureCeuticals are always seeking positive and talented employees to help our company reach the next level.  We provide a family- oriented company and an opportunity to grow professionally and personally.

JOB OVERVIEW:

The Trade Show and Events Specialist will advise and execute on all aspects of trade shows and events including the planning and logistics of all in-person, virtual and hybrid trade shows, conferences, and events, for the organization.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Acts as primary on-site advisor for trade shows and events
• Responsible for the planning and execution of corporate trade shows, conferences, and external, customer- and community-facing events (in-person and virtual). Approximately 20 shows per year of varying sizes, and 4-5 events
• Manages booth design and plans, installation and dismantle, shipping, storage, and reporting
• Develops and manages a comprehensive event project plan for all trade show and event tasks, coordinates inventory and supply of promotional items, literature, and other details
• Manages the design, layout, cost estimates, and construction of exhibits and displays
• Negotiates with vendors and service providers for best arrangements within budget
• Researches and recommends event venues, coordinates meeting logistics, including attendee registration, transportation, accommodations, meals, and technology
• Establishes, manages, and maintains relationships with vendors for event support services and trade associations
• Contributes to defining the event strategy and vision via creative brief and alignment with all parties needed
• Works with the Director, Content and Communications, and Marketing Managers in applying strategies and objectives to ensure plans and activities support the brand(s)
• Establishes process and metrics to identify Marketing Qualified Leads (MQL’s) for the Sales Department
• Occasionally works with internal teams to coordinate customer, employee, or community visits and tours, ensuring logistics and parameters of the visit.
• Other duties as assigned

JOB EXPERIENCE:

• 3-5 years’ experience in the related areas as an individual contributor.

KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS:

• Demonstrated knowledge of marketing, sales, trade show management and event planning
• Possess great interpersonal skills, ability to speak publicly, and promotes the company culture
• Excellent project management skills
• Experience working with convention centers, vendors, talent, sales, customer service, and event venues
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
• Must practice strict adherence to deadlines and schedules
• Keen decision-making and problem-solving skills are a must; be able to think on your feet and be innovative under pressure
• Ability to initiate and execute creative ideas and work collaboratively with team members
• Maintains technical knowledge by continuous learning to keep skills and industry knowledge current

EDUCATION:

Bachelor's degree in marketing, public relations, business, or related field

WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Office position/indoor setting.