Smithbucklin
Tradeshow and Sales & Fulfillment Coordinator
Smithbucklin, Chicago, Illinois, United States, 60290
Tradeshow and Sales & Fulfillment Coordinator
This role is offered by Smithbucklin. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience—talk with your recruiter to learn more.
Base pay range $63,000.00/yr - $67,000.00/yr
Smithbucklin , a 650‑person, employee‑owned professional services company with more than 70 years of success serving the association market, is looking for a
Trade Show and Sponsorship Coordinator
to join our team in
Chicago or Washington DC . Our Event Services unit provides meetings, conventions, events and trade‑show management worldwide, managing every facet of our client organization’s events.
At Smithbucklin, we embody a culture driven by
optimism, ambition, expertise, and thoughtfulness , where every team member is empowered to exceed expectations and deliver exceptional results for our clients.
What You Will Do… This professional will be responsible for directly managing relationships with Smithbucklin events’ exhibitors and sponsors, while working with colleagues to service and support these partners using best‑in‑class processes, tools and technology. In this role, you will be accountable for coordination of pre‑show and on‑site execution for Smithbucklin trade shows and their associated sponsorship programs.
Review vendor proposals/contracts and negotiate agreements
Create General Services Contractor specifications, develop exhibitor service manual, exhibit and sponsorship prospectuses, and create signage and security plans
Oversee and participate in exhibitor space selection process, and sponsorship program renewal process
Create trade‑show floor plan designs, exhibit hall experiences and activations
Partner with Smithbucklin sales professionals to design and deliver high‑impact exposure opportunities for our exhibitors and sponsors, pre, at, and post‑show
Develop relationships with, and fulfill year‑round partner programs and serve as the primary contact for exhibitor and sponsor companies
Sponsorship program fulfillment and tracking, including creation, trafficking and implementation of sponsor benefits, as well as financial tracking and reconciliation
Create and deliver post‑show exhibits and sponsorship ROI reports
Bring innovation and invention to trade‑show and sponsorship planning and management
This Role Might Be for You If…
You love the events and trade‑show industry, possess strong knowledge of industry terminology, sponsorship fulfillment, and trade‑show management processes
You love innovation and creating new processes, and generating creative ideas
You thrive at multitasking, have strong time‑management skills, and can prioritize effectively and flex when needed
You are proactive, with a default toward taking action
You thrive in pulling people together for a greater cause, eliciting cooperation from and inspiring clients, colleagues and suppliers
When presented with a problem, you demonstrate a positive attitude, eagerness and open‑mindedness toward solution‑seeking
You possess intellectual curiosity and strong analytical skills, are a continuous learner, and seek to understand the “why and how”
You possess strong written and oral communication skills
You have strong interpersonal skills and a high degree of responsibility, initiative and professionalism
You possess familiarity with venues, facilities and convention centers
You have the ability to travel 25%, both domestic and international, and work overtime as needed to attend events and client meetings (may include weekends)
Basic Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree from an accredited four‑year institution or equivalent experience
2‑4 years relevant professional experience
Preferred Qualifications
2 years+ of experience in trade‑show or sponsorship planning environments is a plus
Experience with exhibit‑management software, Salesforce and/or other CRMs is a plus
Proficiency with basic computer programming, including the Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
Where Do You Fit? Whether you are just beginning your career or are a mid‑ or senior‑level professional, working at Smithbucklin offers countless opportunities to develop transferrable skills, acquire meaningful knowledge and gain rich experiences at an accelerated pace. By working collaboratively with smart, ambitious, multi‑talented, genuine and hardworking colleagues, you will build meaningful, deep and enduring relationships that will serve you well throughout your career, regardless of your chosen path.
Our hybrid environment offers you the option of working from home two days per week. Employees will work a standard 40‑hour week, with the possibility of additional hours based on project deadlines.
Smithbucklin considers several factors when determining compensation, including a candidate’s recent coursework, training, experience, and certifications, among other considerations. The expected pay for this role is $63,000 – $67,000k for Chicago and $70,000 – $75,000k for Washington DC.
Equal Employment Opportunity At Smithbucklin, Equal Employment Opportunity is our commitment and goal. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, gender, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, marital status or any other protected status designated by federal, state or local law. Applicants are encouraged to confidentially self‑identify when applying. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a reference and background investigation based on position.
Smithbucklin will not sponsor applicants for work visas and as a precondition of employment, you must be authorized to work in the United States permanently
Benefits
Medical insurance
Vision insurance
401(k)
Paid maternity leave
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Base pay range $63,000.00/yr - $67,000.00/yr
Smithbucklin , a 650‑person, employee‑owned professional services company with more than 70 years of success serving the association market, is looking for a
Trade Show and Sponsorship Coordinator
to join our team in
Chicago or Washington DC . Our Event Services unit provides meetings, conventions, events and trade‑show management worldwide, managing every facet of our client organization’s events.
At Smithbucklin, we embody a culture driven by
optimism, ambition, expertise, and thoughtfulness , where every team member is empowered to exceed expectations and deliver exceptional results for our clients.
What You Will Do… This professional will be responsible for directly managing relationships with Smithbucklin events’ exhibitors and sponsors, while working with colleagues to service and support these partners using best‑in‑class processes, tools and technology. In this role, you will be accountable for coordination of pre‑show and on‑site execution for Smithbucklin trade shows and their associated sponsorship programs.
Review vendor proposals/contracts and negotiate agreements
Create General Services Contractor specifications, develop exhibitor service manual, exhibit and sponsorship prospectuses, and create signage and security plans
Oversee and participate in exhibitor space selection process, and sponsorship program renewal process
Create trade‑show floor plan designs, exhibit hall experiences and activations
Partner with Smithbucklin sales professionals to design and deliver high‑impact exposure opportunities for our exhibitors and sponsors, pre, at, and post‑show
Develop relationships with, and fulfill year‑round partner programs and serve as the primary contact for exhibitor and sponsor companies
Sponsorship program fulfillment and tracking, including creation, trafficking and implementation of sponsor benefits, as well as financial tracking and reconciliation
Create and deliver post‑show exhibits and sponsorship ROI reports
Bring innovation and invention to trade‑show and sponsorship planning and management
This Role Might Be for You If…
You love the events and trade‑show industry, possess strong knowledge of industry terminology, sponsorship fulfillment, and trade‑show management processes
You love innovation and creating new processes, and generating creative ideas
You thrive at multitasking, have strong time‑management skills, and can prioritize effectively and flex when needed
You are proactive, with a default toward taking action
You thrive in pulling people together for a greater cause, eliciting cooperation from and inspiring clients, colleagues and suppliers
When presented with a problem, you demonstrate a positive attitude, eagerness and open‑mindedness toward solution‑seeking
You possess intellectual curiosity and strong analytical skills, are a continuous learner, and seek to understand the “why and how”
You possess strong written and oral communication skills
You have strong interpersonal skills and a high degree of responsibility, initiative and professionalism
You possess familiarity with venues, facilities and convention centers
You have the ability to travel 25%, both domestic and international, and work overtime as needed to attend events and client meetings (may include weekends)
Basic Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree from an accredited four‑year institution or equivalent experience
2‑4 years relevant professional experience
Preferred Qualifications
2 years+ of experience in trade‑show or sponsorship planning environments is a plus
Experience with exhibit‑management software, Salesforce and/or other CRMs is a plus
Proficiency with basic computer programming, including the Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
Where Do You Fit? Whether you are just beginning your career or are a mid‑ or senior‑level professional, working at Smithbucklin offers countless opportunities to develop transferrable skills, acquire meaningful knowledge and gain rich experiences at an accelerated pace. By working collaboratively with smart, ambitious, multi‑talented, genuine and hardworking colleagues, you will build meaningful, deep and enduring relationships that will serve you well throughout your career, regardless of your chosen path.
Our hybrid environment offers you the option of working from home two days per week. Employees will work a standard 40‑hour week, with the possibility of additional hours based on project deadlines.
Smithbucklin considers several factors when determining compensation, including a candidate’s recent coursework, training, experience, and certifications, among other considerations. The expected pay for this role is $63,000 – $67,000k for Chicago and $70,000 – $75,000k for Washington DC.
Equal Employment Opportunity At Smithbucklin, Equal Employment Opportunity is our commitment and goal. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, gender, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, veteran status, marital status or any other protected status designated by federal, state or local law. Applicants are encouraged to confidentially self‑identify when applying. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a reference and background investigation based on position.
Smithbucklin will not sponsor applicants for work visas and as a precondition of employment, you must be authorized to work in the United States permanently
Benefits
Medical insurance
Vision insurance
401(k)
Paid maternity leave
Referrals Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Smithbucklin by 2x
Get notified about new Fulfillment Coordinator jobs in Chicago, IL.
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