Trade Show Operations Manager – $80K-$90K – Herndon, VA

Herndon, Virginia, USA Direct (Permanent)
$ 80,000 - $ 90,000 per year 09-11-2026 02:34:41 Job ID: A1473865DC-Perm_1789094081

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Our client, a large association in the manufacturing industry, is seeking an experienced events/trade show professional to join their busy team based in Herndon, VA!

Responsibilities:

  • Serve as the lead project manager for multiple U.S. and Mexico based trade shows, with support from the Trade Show Operations team.
  • Oversee timelines, deliverables, exhibitor participation and communication, marketing coordination, and exhibitor hall operations.
  • Coordinate setup, testing, updates, and functionality of exhibitor platforms, floor plans, online directories, mobile apps, and exhibitor resource tools.
  • Collaborate with floor managers, vendors, and exhibitors to support successful move-in, show operations, and move-out activities.
  • Responsible for overseeing sponsorship opportunities and exhibitor agreements and requirements.
  • Manage all trade show operations for two trade shows in Mexico, collaborating with the Mexico-based team and project managing all parts.

Qualifications:

  • 4+ years of trade show experience and a bachelors degree is required.
  • Experience overseeing multiple medium to large trade shows annually.
  • Impeccable detail-orientation, prioritization skills, and enjoy working in a fast-paced environment.
  • Strong customer service and relationship management skills.
  • Spanish language proficiency helpful, but not required.
  • Willingness to travel 20% of the time (about 6 trade shows) annually.

About the Role:

  • Salary range of $80K-$90K base salary + a strong annual bonus and profit-sharing opportunity.
  • Comfortable working on-site 3 days/week in Herndon, VA.
  • Generous benefits package and free parking at the office!

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