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Trade Show Manager

Lantech

Job Location:

Louisville, KY - USA

Monthly Salary: Not provided by the employer

Posted: 11 July 2026 (30+ days ago)

Application Deadline: 8 October 2026

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Trade Show Manager

Onsite in Louisville KY M-F

About Lantech
Lantech is the global leader in stretch wrapping technologyand the original inventor of the rotary stretch wrapper. For decades weve continued to innovate with performanceenhancing technology that sets the industry standard. Were also leaders in robust efficient case and tray handling equipment. Today Lantech machines operate worldwide supported by a global service network and multilingual technical support.

Core Mission

Own the strategy execution and performance of Lantechs North American trade show program to accelerate pipeline growth strengthen customer relationships and improve sales conversion across distributor direct and partner channels.

Key Responsibilities

Trade Show Strategy & Execution

Develop and manage Lantechs North American trade show strategy and calendar
Lead cross-functional planning timelines vendor management and onsite execution
Coordinate booth strategy customer engagement experiences and event messaging
Drive pre-show and post-show marketing campaigns and attendee engagement
Manage trade show ROI tracking lead capture quality and follow-up workflows
Build and maintain relationships with MHI PMMI distributors and system partners
Align trade show initiatives with sales priorities product launches and growth objectives

Additional Responsibilities

This role also contributes to broader marketing initiatives based on individual skill set and team needs.

Required Qualifications

3 years of experience in B2B marketing trade shows event management or related commercial marketing roles
Proven experience managing large-scale trade shows and integrated marketing campaigns
Exceptional attention to detail and organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple moving parts and deadlines simultaneously
Strong project management communication and cross-functional collaboration skills
Ability to balance strategic thinking with hands-on execution
Self-starter with strong problem-solving skills
Willingness to travel for trade shows and industry events

Preferred Qualifications

Experience supporting distributor channel or partner-based sales organizations
Familiarity with CRM and marketing automation tools as they relate to event lead capture and follow-up

Success Characteristics

Highly organized with a strong attention to detail
Commercially minded and growth-oriented
Strong systems thinker with a process improvement mindset
Collaborative proactive and execution-focused
Driven by measurable business outcomes and continuous improvement

Travel Requirements

Willingness to travel domestically for major North American trade shows industry events and occasional conferences

23 major trade shows each year will require approximately one week of onsite support including one annual show requiring up to two weeks of travel
Additional travel may include shorter trips for conferences customer engagement or industry events
Estimated travel: approximately 1015% annually

Why Youll Love Working at Lantech

Job Stability: A growing essential manufacturer with a strong market presence
Career Growth: Clear advancement paths skill development and promotional opportunities
Competitive Pay & Benefits:
- 401(k) with company match
- Quarterly profitability bonuses
- Medical Dental Vision
- Paid Life STD & LTD insurance
- Paid Vacation PTO and 8 paid holidays
- Work-Life Balance: 4-day work week
- Casual Dress & Great Culture: A supportive team-focused environment

Come stretch your career with Lantechwhere innovation meets opportunity.

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Required Experience:

Manager

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