Associate Trade Show & Events Manager
Fortune Brands, Deerfield, IL, United States
Associate Trade Show & Events Manager
Managing the annual trade show calendar for the Security and Outdoors brands, coordinating logistics for large, complex events, and independently driving critical operational tasks such as vendor coordination, budget support, material preparation, and onsite execution.
Location:
Deerfield, IL, hybrid role with up to 20% seasonal travel.
What you will be doing Event & Trade Show Support
Manage theannual trade show calendar for the Security and Outdoors brands, collaborating with internal teams on schedules, event data, and quarterly dashboard updates
Assist in the development of integrated trade show event marketing plans in partnership with the Sr. Manager, Trade Show & Events and key stakeholders
Plan and execute Tier 1 and Tier 2 trade shows, ensuring alignment with company objectives, brand standards, and budget
Coordinate all event logistics including vendor management, sponsorship deliverables, timelines, fulfillment requirements, staffing schedules, and team communications
Provide onsite support for trade shows and events, including booth installation and dismantle, vendor coordination, lead capture, and issue resolution
Other duties and special projects as assigned
Assist in the briefing, review, and approval of exhibit structure graphics
Order, track, and manage event materials including displays, signage, collateral, and promotional items
Coordinate shipping, tracking, and on-site delivery of event assets in partnership with exhibit houses and logistics vendors
Maintain inventory of event assets and support post-event reconciliation
Prepare and maintain event files, project trackers, contracts, show kits, and supporting documentation
Manage invoicing and reconcile all show-related expenses; support preparation of event budgets and ensure programs stay on schedule and within budget
Create post-event recaps, reporting, and performance analysis
Cross-Functional Collaboration
Collaborate with Marketing, Product, Sales, and Operations teams to ensure cohesive event execution and alignment with business goals
Serve as a primary coordination point across internal stakeholders and senior event leadership before, during, and after events
Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Business, Communications, Event Management, Hospitality, or a related field
3-5 years of experience in event planning, trade show coordination, or marketing operations
Strong organizational and multitasking skills with the ability to manage multiple deadlines.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with ability to engage professionally and effectively with senior leaders and cross‑functional stakeholders
High attention to detail with proactive problem‑solving skills
Microsoft Office experience (Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
Willingness to travel up to 20% seasonally to support events, including occasional work on evenings and weekends
Basic analytical skills and comfort interpreting event‑related data
Nice to Have
Experience supporting large-scale trade shows or corporate events.
Knowledge of exhibit logistics, shipping, and vendor management.
Experience assisting senior leaders or cross‑functional project teams.
Familiarity with budget tracking, invoicing, and financial reconciliation.
Additional Information Fortune Brands believes in fair and equitable pay. A reasonable estimate of the base salary range for this role is Hiring Pay Range:
$70,000 USD - $107,000 USD . Please note that actual salaries may vary within the range, or be above or below the range, based on factors including, but not limited to, education, training, experience, professional achievement, business need, and location. In addition to base salary, employees will participate in either an annual bonus plan based on company and individual performance, or a role‑based sales incentive plan.
At Fortune Brands, we support the overall health and wellness of our associates by offering comprehensive, competitive benefits that prioritize all aspects of wellbeing and provide flexibility for our teammates’ unique needs. This includes robust health plans, a market‑leading 401(k) program with a company contribution, product discounts, flexible time off benefits, adoption benefits, and more. We offer numerous ERGs (Employee Resource Groups) to foster a sense of belonging for all associates.
Equal Opportunity Statement Fortune Brands is an equal‑opportunity employer. Fortune Brands evaluates qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, age, disability/handicap status, marital status, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic history or information, or any other legally protected characteristic.
Reasonable Accommodations Fortune Brands is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If, because of a medical condition or disability, you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or interview process, please contact us at fbinleave.fbhs@fbin.com and let us know the nature of your request along with your contact information.
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Location:
Deerfield, IL, hybrid role with up to 20% seasonal travel.
What you will be doing Event & Trade Show Support
Manage theannual trade show calendar for the Security and Outdoors brands, collaborating with internal teams on schedules, event data, and quarterly dashboard updates
Assist in the development of integrated trade show event marketing plans in partnership with the Sr. Manager, Trade Show & Events and key stakeholders
Plan and execute Tier 1 and Tier 2 trade shows, ensuring alignment with company objectives, brand standards, and budget
Coordinate all event logistics including vendor management, sponsorship deliverables, timelines, fulfillment requirements, staffing schedules, and team communications
Provide onsite support for trade shows and events, including booth installation and dismantle, vendor coordination, lead capture, and issue resolution
Other duties and special projects as assigned
Assist in the briefing, review, and approval of exhibit structure graphics
Order, track, and manage event materials including displays, signage, collateral, and promotional items
Coordinate shipping, tracking, and on-site delivery of event assets in partnership with exhibit houses and logistics vendors
Maintain inventory of event assets and support post-event reconciliation
Prepare and maintain event files, project trackers, contracts, show kits, and supporting documentation
Manage invoicing and reconcile all show-related expenses; support preparation of event budgets and ensure programs stay on schedule and within budget
Create post-event recaps, reporting, and performance analysis
Cross-Functional Collaboration
Collaborate with Marketing, Product, Sales, and Operations teams to ensure cohesive event execution and alignment with business goals
Serve as a primary coordination point across internal stakeholders and senior event leadership before, during, and after events
Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Marketing, Business, Communications, Event Management, Hospitality, or a related field
3-5 years of experience in event planning, trade show coordination, or marketing operations
Strong organizational and multitasking skills with the ability to manage multiple deadlines.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with ability to engage professionally and effectively with senior leaders and cross‑functional stakeholders
High attention to detail with proactive problem‑solving skills
Microsoft Office experience (Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)
Willingness to travel up to 20% seasonally to support events, including occasional work on evenings and weekends
Basic analytical skills and comfort interpreting event‑related data
Nice to Have
Experience supporting large-scale trade shows or corporate events.
Knowledge of exhibit logistics, shipping, and vendor management.
Experience assisting senior leaders or cross‑functional project teams.
Familiarity with budget tracking, invoicing, and financial reconciliation.
Additional Information Fortune Brands believes in fair and equitable pay. A reasonable estimate of the base salary range for this role is Hiring Pay Range:
$70,000 USD - $107,000 USD . Please note that actual salaries may vary within the range, or be above or below the range, based on factors including, but not limited to, education, training, experience, professional achievement, business need, and location. In addition to base salary, employees will participate in either an annual bonus plan based on company and individual performance, or a role‑based sales incentive plan.
At Fortune Brands, we support the overall health and wellness of our associates by offering comprehensive, competitive benefits that prioritize all aspects of wellbeing and provide flexibility for our teammates’ unique needs. This includes robust health plans, a market‑leading 401(k) program with a company contribution, product discounts, flexible time off benefits, adoption benefits, and more. We offer numerous ERGs (Employee Resource Groups) to foster a sense of belonging for all associates.
Equal Opportunity Statement Fortune Brands is an equal‑opportunity employer. Fortune Brands evaluates qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, national origin, ancestry, age, disability/handicap status, marital status, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic history or information, or any other legally protected characteristic.
Reasonable Accommodations Fortune Brands is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If, because of a medical condition or disability, you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or interview process, please contact us at fbinleave.fbhs@fbin.com and let us know the nature of your request along with your contact information.
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