Summary
Location
Carrollton
Type
full-time
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About this role
A leader in technology and innovation, Southwire Company, LLC is one of North America’s largest wire and cable producers. Southwire and its subsidiaries manufacture building wire and cable, utility products, metal-clad cable, portable and electronic cord products, OEM wire products, and engineered products. In addition, Southwire supplies assembled products, contractor equipment, electrical components, hand tools, and jobsite power and lighting solutions. The company also offers digital solutions, including contractor planning and utility grid resiliency, as well as field services, including cable testing, rejuvenation, and replacement, to support our customers as a value-add partner. We are proud to offer competitive compensation, employee benefits, tuition reimbursement, and unlimited growth opportunities. Our more than seven decades of progressive growth can be attributed to our determination to develop innovative systems and solutions, exercising environmental stewardship, and enhancing the well-being of the communities in which we work and live. How will you power what’s possible?
Job Summary
Responsible for providing ongoing support for trade show activities such as establishing program agenda, overall project/timeline management, budget control, executing logistics, venue selection, systems development and conducting post-event measurement/follow up to deliver an effective program of events for trade shows and other hosted conferences and events.
Key Responsibilities
- Assesses trade show opportunities and evaluates their potential impact on business goals, ensuring the alignment of the company's participation with strategic priorities.
- Coordinates with internal departments and external vendors to manage all logistics related to trade shows, including booth design, staffing, marketing materials and shipping.
- Develops detailed plans for each event, including budgeting, timeline management, and resource allocation, ensuring that all trade shows are executed efficiently and effectively.
- Implements processes to track ROI for each trade show, gathering feedback and analyzing performance metrics to measure success and make improvements for future events.
- Establishes relationships with industry stakeholders, including partners, customers and suppliers to foster networking opportunities and promote the company brand and product offerings.
- Helps establish and implement strategies to promote the company participation in trade shows, ensuring visibility through various marketing channels, including social media, email and direct outreach.
- Forecasts the success of each trade show based on previous data, trends and market dynamics. Advise senior management on potential investments in trade shows and industry events.
- Coach and train junior staff or vendors involved in trade show operations, ensuring adherence to procedures and best practices.
- Delivers post-event reports and analysis to senior leadership, providing recommendations for improvements based on customer feedback, competitor activity and internal objectives.
- Performs other duties as assigned.
- Complies with all policies and standards.
Required Education & Experience
Minimum Education Level: Bachelor's Degree
Years of Experience: 5-7 Years
Preferred Education & Experience
Minimum Education Level: Master's degree
Years of Experience: 8-11 Years
Spans of Control
Does this role Manage Southwire Team Members: No
Travel
Travel: 35% domestic (occasional weekend travel)
Physical Requirements
Moving: 10%
Standing: 60%
Sitting: 30%
Lifting: Up to 40lbs
Working Conditions
Office Plant/Warehouse Floor Overtime, Weekends, & Holidays Heights/Elevated Platforms Loud Noise
Equipment
Hard hat
Safety shoes
Safety glasses
Safety vest
Use of power tools
Use of computer/keyboard
Competencies
Skills
Benefits We Offer:
- 401k with Matching
- Family and Individual Insurance Packages (Health, Life, Dental, and Vision)
- Paid Time Off & Paid Holidays
- Long & Short-Term Disability
- Supplemental Insurance Plans
- Employee Assistance Program
- Employee Referral Program
- Tuition Reimbursement Programs
- Advancement & Professional Growth opportunities
- Parental Leave
- & More
Southwire is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Other facts
About Southwire Company LLC
What you'll do
- The Trade Show Manager is responsible for managing all aspects of trade show activities, including logistics, budgeting, and post-event analysis. They will also assess trade show opportunities and coordinate with various stakeholders to ensure successful execution of events.
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