Warehouse and Onsite Freight Clerk
Fort Lauderdale, FL - USA
Job Summary
This role is based in our Fort Lauderdale office.
We are hiring a Warehouse/Onsite Freight Clerk to manage freight operations in our warehouse facility and transition to onsite event support during setup and this role you have a dual-role position that requires strong organizational skills physical stamina and the ability to work effectively in both warehouse and live-event environments.
Key Responsibilities
Warehouse Operations (Pre-Event)
- Receive inspect and process incoming freight shipments for accuracy and condition.
- Verify shipping documentation against purchase orders and packing lists.
- Organize and maintain warehouse inventory using established tracking systems.
- Coordinate with carriers and freight forwarders to schedule deliveries and pickups.
- Prepare and label freight for outbound shipment to event venues.
- Maintain accurate records of all freight movements including bills of lading and delivery receipts.
- Conduct regular inventory counts and reconcile discrepancies.
- Ensure compliance with safety protocols and maintain a clean organized warehouse environment.
- Communicate with vendors exhibitors and internal teams regarding freight status and requirements.
Onsite Event Operations (During Setup/Teardown)
- Transition to event venue to oversee freight receiving and distribution during setup.
- Manage onsite freight dock operations including check-in and routing of shipments.
- Coordinate with exhibitors contractors and event staff to ensure timely delivery of materials.
- Track and document all incoming and outgoing freight at the event site.
- Resolve freight-related issues and discrepancies in real-time.
- Assist with the organization of storage areas and material handling equipment.
- Support teardown operations including coordination of outbound freight and return shipments.
- Maintain accurate onsite freight records and prepare post-event reports.
- Ensure adherence to venue regulations and safety standards.
Qualifications :
Required Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Minimum 2 years of experience in warehouse operations freight handling or logistics.
- Proficiency with inventory management systems and Microsoft Office Suite.
- Strong understanding of shipping documentation including bills of lading and freight manifests.
- Excellent organizational skills with keen attention to detail.
- Valid drivers license and reliable transportation.
- Strong communication and customer service skills.
- Ability to work flexible hours including evenings weekends and extended shifts during events.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience in event logistics or trade show operations.
- Forklift certification.
- Familiarity with freight carrier systems and tracking platforms.
- Knowledge of customs documentation for international shipments.
- Experience with warehouse management software (WMS).
- Ability to stand and walk for extended periods.
- Comfortable working in varying environmental conditions (warehouse and event venues).
- Ability to climb stairs bend kneel and reach as needed.
Work Environment
This position operates in both warehouse and event venue settings. The role requires flexibility to travel to event sites and work non-traditional hours during event setup and teardown periods. The work environment may include exposure to noise varying temperatures and fast-paced conditions during peak event periods.
Additional Information :
We believe that great things happen when people connect face-to-face. Thats why we work in-person with each other or with customers and partners three days a week or more. When youre not spending time together in one of our offices or other workplaces like at an Informa event you get the flexibility and support to work from home or remotely.
We work hard to make sure Life at Informa is rewarding supportive and enjoyable for everyone. Heres some of what you can expect when you join us. But dont just take our word for it see what our colleagues have to say at
Our benefits include:
- Great community: a welcoming culture with in-person and online social events our fantastic Walk the World charity day and active colleague groups and networks promoting a positive supportive and collaborative work environment
- Broader impact: take up to four days per year to volunteer with charity match funding available too
- Career opportunity: the opportunity to develop your career with bespoke training and learning mentoring platforms and on-demand access to thousands of courses on LinkedIn Learning. When its time for the next step we encourage and support internal job moves
- Time out: 15 days PTO rising to 20 after three years and 25 after six years plus 10 national holidays a birthday leave day and the chance to work from (almost!) anywhere for up to four weeks a year
- Competitive benefits including a 401k match health vision and dental insurance parental leave and an ESPP offering company shares at a minimum 15% discount
- Strong wellbeing support through EAP assistance mental health first aiders free access to a wellness app and more
- Recognition for great work with global awards and kudos programs
- As an international company the chance to collaborate with teams around the world
This posting will automatically expire on 8/4/2026.
Were not solely focused on a checklist of skills. We champion energy and ambition and look for colleagues who will roll their sleeves up join in and help make things happen. If it sounds like a match and you have most although not all of the skills and experience listed we welcome your application.
If you would like to request reasonable adjustments or accommodations to assist your participation in the hiring process and or in the advertised position please inform the appropriate Talent Acquisition Partner for the role once they have been in touch. Your request will be reviewed and considered in confidence. At Informa youll find inclusive experiences and environments where all perspectives and backgrounds are welcomed. As part of this approach and our diversity and inclusion commitments we are also formally an Equal Opportunities Employer. This means we base decisions on relevant qualifications and merit and do not discriminate on the basis of key characteristics and statuses including all of those protected by law. Ask us or see our website for full information.
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Remote Work :
No
Employment Type :
Full-time
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