Johnson & Johnson

Tradeshow Specialist

Johnson & Johnson$79K — $127K *
Healthcare
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 4+ years of experience planning trade shows and corporate events.
  • Strong project management skills with the ability to manage tight deadlines.
  • Excellent communication skills for coordinating with cross-functional teams.
  • Proficient in event software and Microsoft Office Suite.
  • Capable of lifting up to 50 lbs and frequent travel during event season.

Responsibilities

  • Manage logistics for trade shows from design to post-event analysis.
  • Coordinate with internal teams and external vendors for event execution.
  • Lead on-site operations, including supervising booth staff and troubleshooting issues.
  • Collaborate on marketing materials and lead capture processes.
  • Plan and execute pre-show logistics including staffing and shipping.
  • Track budgets and manage event costs for maximum ROI analysis.
  • Gather data on event outcomes and prepare detailed reports for future improvements.

Benefits

  • 401(k) retirement savings plan participation with company match.
  • Long-term incentive program eligibility.
  • Performance-based annual bonuses.
  • 120 hours of vacation per year.
  • Options for sick, personal, and family time off.
Full Job Description

Job Function:

Marketing

Job Sub Function:

Channel & Partner Marketing

Job Category:

Professional

All Job Posting Locations:

Danvers, Massachusetts, United States of America

Job Description:

We are searching for the best talent for Tradeshow Specialist.

Fueled by innovation at the intersection of biology and technology, we’re developing the next generation of smarter, less invasive, more personalized treatments. 

Are you passionate about improving and expanding the possibilities of Cardiovascular? Ready to join a team that’s reimagining how we heal? Our Cardiovascular team develops leading solutions for heart recovery, electrophysiology, and stroke. You will join a proud heritage of continually elevating standards of care for stroke, heart failure and atrial fibrillation (AFib) patients. 

Your unique talents will help patients on their journey to wellness. Learn more at https://www.jnj.com/medtech 

This is a remote role available in all states within the Untied States. While specific cities are listed in the Locations section for reference, please note that they are examples only and do not limit your application. We invite candidates from any location to apply. 

Johnson & Johnson MedTech is seeking a highly organized and collaborative Tradeshow Specialist to support the planning and execution of national conferences and customer-facing events for the Heart Recovery (Impella) business. 

You will be responsible for:  

• Manage end-to-end tradeshow logistics: exhibit design coordination, shipping, drayage, on-site setup/tear-down, and post-event reconciliation. 

• Coordinate with internal stakeholders (marketing, sales, technical teams) and external vendors (exhibit houses, AV, decorators, freight) to deliver events on schedule and within budget. 

• Serve as on-site show lead when required, supervising booth staff, troubleshooting issues, and ensuring brand standards and safety protocols are met. 

• Work with marketing to develop exhibit collateral, booth messaging, demos, and lead capture processes. 

• Execute pre-show planning: staffing schedules, attendee outreach support, exhibit floor plan approvals, shipping manifests, and floor plan logistics. 

• Track event budgets, approve vendor invoices, and produce post-event cost reconciliations and ROI analyses. 

• Capture and manage leads: ensure lead-capture systems are configured, data is collected accurately, and leads are distributed to sales or follow-up teams. 

• Prepare post-event reports including metrics (leads, meetings, demo attendees), qualitative learnings, and recommendations for improvement. 

• Maintain and manage tradeshow inventory: booth assets, AV equipment, promo items, and signage. 

• Keep updated on industry trends, new tradeshow technologies, and best practices to continuously improve the attendee experience. 

Required Qualifications: 

• Minimum of 4 years of work experience with 4 years experience delivering trade shows, corporate events, or experiential marketing programs. 

• Proven track record managing logistics, vendor relationships, and on-site show execution. 

• Strong project management skills with attention to detail and ability to manage multiple concurrent events. 

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills; comfortable coordinating across cross-functional teams. 

• Proficiency with event software and lead capture tools (e.g., exhibitor apps, lead scanners, CRMs) and Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint). 

• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs, travel frequently during event season  

• Valid driver’s license and ability to travel domestically / internationally as required. 

 

Preferred Qualifications: 

• Experience working with exhibit houses and managing booth builds. 

• Background in marketing or B2B events for [industry, e.g., healthcare, technology, manufacturing]. 

• Familiarity with budget tracking and event ROI analysis. 

• Certifications in event management or project management (e.g., CMP, PMP) a plus. 

• Experience with virtual/hybrid event platforms and digital lead capture integration. 

 

Core Competencies & Skills 

• Project management and organization 

• Vendor negotiation and relationship management 

• Problem solving under pressure / quick decision-making on-site 

• Attention to brand detail and customer-facing presentation skills 

• Basic technical aptitude for AV, lighting, and interactive demos 

• Data-driven mindset for measuring event success 

 

Working Conditions & Physical Requirements 

• Frequent travel to events and extended hours during show weeks. 

• On-site work at convention centers; ability to stand for long periods and lift/move event materials. 

• Flexible schedule to accommodate evening or weekend events when necessary. 

 

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Required Skills:

 

 

Preferred Skills:

Analytical Reasoning, Brand Positioning Strategy, Business Alignment, Business Behavior, Channel Management, Collaboration, Competitive Landscape Analysis, Customer Intelligence, Customer Marketing, Data Analysis, Digital Marketing, Digital Metrics, Execution Focus, Financial Analysis, Marketing Campaign Management, Problem Solving, Process Optimization, Relationship Building, Sales Channels, Trade Marketing

 

 

The anticipated base pay range for this position is :

$79,000.00 - $127,650.00

Additional Description for Pay Transparency:

Subject to the terms of their respective plans, employees are eligible to participate in the Company’s consolidated retirement plan (pension) and savings plan (401(k)).

This position is eligible to participate in the Company’s long-term incentive program.

The Company maintains highly competitive, performance-based compensation programs. Under current guidelines, this position is eligible for an annual performance bonus in accordance with the terms of the applicable plan. The annual performance bonus is a cash bonus intended to provide an incentive to achieve annual targeted results by rewarding for individual and the corporation’s performance over a calendar/performance year. Bonuses are awarded at the Company’s discretion on an individual basis.

Subject to the terms of their respective policies and date of hire, employees are eligible for the following time off benefits:

Vacation –120 hours per calendar year

Sick time - 40 hours per calendar year; for employees who reside in the State of Colorado –48 hours per calendar year; for employees who reside in the State of Washington –56 hours per calendar year

Holiday pay, including Floating Holidays –13 days per calendar year

Work, Personal and Family Time - up to 40 hours per calendar year

Parental Leave – 480 hours within one year of the birth/adoption/foster care of a child

Bereavement Leave – 240 hours for an immediate family member: 40 hours for an extended family member per calendar year

Caregiver Leave – 80 hours in a 52-week rolling period10 days

Volunteer Leave – 32 hours per calendar year

Military Spouse Time-Off – 80 hours per calendar year

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