[Hiring] Trade Show & Events Manager @Midwest Veterinary Supply, Inc.

Role Description

The Trade Show & Events Manager leads the planning, coordination, and operational execution of Midwest Veterinary Supply’s participation in more than 65 industry events annually, including national, regional, and state veterinary trade shows, sales meetings, and continuing education programs. The role ensures events are well-organized, cost-effective, professionally delivered, and aligned with Marketing and business priorities.

This is a remote position. Candidates must reside in one of the following states:

• Alabama
• Arkansas
• California
• Florida
• Georgia
• Idaho
• Illinois
• Indiana
• Iowa
• Kentucky
• Louisiana
• Maryland
• Massachusetts
• Michigan
• Minnesota
• Mississippi
• Missouri
• Nebraska
• Nevada
• New Hampshire
• New Jersey
• New Mexico
• New York
• North Carolina
• Ohio
• Oklahoma
• Pennsylvania
• South Carolina
• Tennessee
• Texas
• Virginia
• Wisconsin

This role will require up to 20% travel.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Event Management, Communications, Business, Hospitality, or a related field preferred; equivalent relevant experience will be considered.
• Strong project management, planning, organization, and follow-through, with the ability to manage multiple events and deadlines concurrently.
• Five or more years of experience coordinating trade shows, corporate events, conferences, meetings, or similar programs; experience managing a high volume of events is strongly preferred.
• Experience coordinating vendor relationships, event logistics, registration, budgets, contracts, shipping, and post-event reconciliation.
• Experience working cross-functionally with Sales, Marketing, and other business teams; B2B or veterinary/animal health industry experience is a plus.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills and the ability to coordinate effectively with internal stakeholders, vendors, event organizers, and attendees.
• Strong attention to detail, proactive problem-solving, adaptability, and sound judgment in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to manage event-related expenses, compare vendor options, support negotiations, and maintain accurate documentation.
• Proficiency with common business productivity tools and the ability to learn event registration, project management, and expense systems.
• Ability to anticipate risks, respond calmly to changing requirements, and keep stakeholders informed of issues and solutions.

Requirements

• The role requires sustained attention to detail, frequent communication and collaboration, prioritization of competing deadlines, and the ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.
• Physical requirements may include occasional handling or coordination of event materials and promotional items; reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.
• Approximately 20% travel, based on business needs and the scope of responsibilities.

Benefits

• Competitive pay and a comprehensive benefits package including Medical, Dental and Vision insurance.
• Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) insurance.
• Short- and Long-Term Disability insurance.
• A 401k plan.
• Paid holidays and Paid Time Off (PTO).
• Business casual work environment with weekly relaxed dress days, monthly breakfasts, birthday celebrations, and regular events like holiday contests, cookouts, and employee appreciation celebrations.