International Trade Shows & Events Manager

  • Location:

    Manchester, Greater Manchester

  • Sector:

    Other

  • Job type:

    Permanent

  • Salary:

    £65,000 - £75,000 + Benefits

  • Contact:

    Halecroft Recruitment Ltd

  • Contact email:

    register@halecroftrecruitment.co.uk

  • Job ref:

    746

  • Published:

    22 days ago

  • Consultant:

    Lydia Whitelegg

  • Expiry date:

    2025-11-05

International Trade Shows & Events Manager

Manchester-based (with frequent international travel)
£65,000 – £75,000 + performance bonus + benefits + full travel expenses
Reports to: Head of Marketing / Commercial Director

About the Role

We are currently recruiting for an International Trade Shows & Events Manager for a leading UK-based manufacturer that supplies thousands of products across multiple categories.

We are looking for an experienced International Trade Shows & Events Manager to lead the global exhibition strategy. This role is a unique opportunity to build brand presence, generate high-quality leads, and strengthen relationships with customers and distributors around the world.

Key Responsibilities

  • Plan & Deliver Trade Shows – research, select and organise international exhibitions aligned to the business’ product portfolio and growth strategy.
  • Logistics Management – oversee booth design, stand construction, shipping, customs/imports, and on-site setup.
  • On-Site Leadership – attend events worldwide, manage the stand, and engage directly with customers, distributors and partners.
  • Lead Capture & Conversion – implement effective systems to capture leads, ensure rapid follow-up, and support Sales in driving conversions.
  • Marketing & Reporting – create engaging content around events and deliver clear ROI reporting on leads, sales impact, and budget.
  • Budget Ownership – set and manage event budgets, negotiating with vendors, contractors, and service providers.
  • Cross-Functional Collaboration – partner with Sales, Marketing, Logistics, Product and Compliance teams to deliver flawless events.

What We’re Looking For

  • Proven experience managing international trade shows end-to-end.
  • Strong project and logistics management skills, ideally within FMCG or related industries.
  • Excellent communication and relationship-building skills with confidence engaging at all levels.
  • Experience in lead capture systems / CRM to maximise post-show sales opportunities.
  • Strong budgeting and vendor negotiation skills.
  • Highly organised, resilient and adaptable to international travel schedules.

Requirements

  • Willingness to travel extensively (30–40% of time).
  • Valid passport and driving licence.
  • Flexibility to work occasional evenings and weekends during show periods (time off in lieu provided).

What We Offer

  • £65,000 – £75,000 base salary (depending on experience).
  • Performance-related bonus and full international travel expenses.
  • A collaborative, supportive environment with a real opportunity to make your mark.
  • Global exposure across diverse markets and industries.
  • Career growth within a successful, fast-paced FMCG business.

✨ If you’re ready to take your international events expertise to the next level and make a tangible impact, we’d love to hear from you.