Trade Show Operations Manager

Description

Leidos is seeking a talented trade show expert to manage our day-to-day trade show operations as part of the Corporate Communications and Marketing team that will report to the Trade Show Director.  They will be responsible for delivery of all Tier 1 and 2 trade shows; alongside reporting and the continued optimization of the program’s operation.

Primary Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day delivery of trade show program.
• Coordinate with the Director annual selection of Leidos trade shows; develop, maintain, and communicate master list of trade shows.  
• Oversight of all Tier 1 and Tier 2 trade show budgets, working to track costs and allocate resources appropriately. 
• Work closely with Sector Communications, Branding, Creative, and Growth Office stakeholders and external vendor partners to ensure trade show executions are aligned to business objectives. 
• Work with the Sector Communications to create and manage repeatable project timelines for trade show and sponsorship deliverables. 
• Maintain proactive vendor relationships, identifying and implement enhancements.
• Develop a plan to support the Growth organization’s Tier 3 trade shows by educating and empowering the teams to leverage corporate investments. 
• Work within Leidos brand guidelines to deliver a consistent messaging brand voice. 
• Keep abreast of industry trends, technology and share best practices. 
• Own trade show preparation, executive briefings, and post-event metrics and reporting to identify success and areas of opportunity.  

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree and 8+ year track record delivering complex trade show programs and related campaigns across competitive markets. 
• Ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams, understanding the critical role each plays in the success of our organization.  
• Ability to execute and monitor simultaneous projects with high visibility and competing deadlines. 
• Strong drive for results and experimentation, driven to test new tactics, channels, and formats to drive results.  
• Driven by getting things done effectively and efficiently but to the absolute highest of standards. 
• A fundamental understanding of strong marketing strategies, and the best practice methods to execute across multiple touchpoints.  

While subject to change based on business needs, Leidos reasonably anticipates that this job requisition will remain open for at least 3 days with an anticipated close date of no earlier than 3 days after the original posting date as listed above.

The Leidos pay range for this job level is a general guideline only and not a guarantee of compensation or salary. Additional factors considered in extending an offer include (but are not limited to) responsibilities of the job, education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity, alignment with market data, applicable bargaining agreement (if any), or other law.