PORTWEST, a leading global manufacturer of safety wear, workwear and PPE is currently seeking applications for the position of Trade Show and Event Organiser in Westport, Co. Mayo, Ireland on a full-time, permanent basis, reporting to the Head of Marketing. Founded in 1904, Portwest has become one of the fastest growing workwear companies in the world currently employing over 5,100 staff worldwide. With 1400 styles across more than 20 ranges, we design, manufacture and distribute market leading workwear, safety wear and PPE in fully owned production facilities.
We’re on a mission to become the world’s most requested PPE and Safety Wear Brand. JOB SUMMARY: The Trade Shows and Events Organiser will be responsible for ensuring that Portwest is represented at all relevant trade shows, customer events, product roadshows globally as well as in-house events. This role involves proactive coordination across various departments within the organisation to ensure seamless participation, efficient management of marketing materials, and effective follow-up post-events. The ideal candidate will be a detail-oriented individual with strong organisational skills and experience in event planning.
This position offers the opportunity to play a critical role in representing Portwest at key industry events worldwide, ensuring the brand's presence and visibility in relevant markets.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
Ensure Portwest’s attendance at relevant trade shows, customer events, and product roadshows globally.
Proactively research and identify new trade shows and events that align with Portwest’s business goals.
Liaise with stakeholders across the business to coordinate attendance by the sales team and other relevant team members.
Arrange logistics for events, including the booking of venues, arranging samples, and coordinating equipment orders.
Manage exhibition products, ensuring proper storage and display at events.
Handle all event-related invoices, bookings, and payments.
Ensure all leads generated at events are entered into the system promptly after each show.
Gather and analyse the costs associated with each show to optimize budget management.
Oversee the return of exhibition products to the showroom, ensuring proper organization and storage.
Manage and maintain stock levels of brochures, flyers, and other marketing materials on a weekly basis.
Input orders for marketing materials, averaging five orders per day.
Prepare and dispatch new customer starter packs across Europe, averaging three packs daily.
Assist customers with the company’s site daily.
REQUIREMENTS:
Minimum of 7+ years of experience in event planning, trade show coordination, project management or a related field.
Strong organisational skills with a keen eye for detail.
Ability to manage multiple tasks and projects simultaneously.
Excellent communication skills and ability to liaise effectively with cross-functional teams.
Proactive approach to identifying and securing new event opportunities.
Competence in managing invoices, budgets, and stock levels.
Willingness to undertake a small amount of travel as .
COMPANY AWARDS
Great Place to Work 2024.
2024 Entrepreneur of the year awarded to Portwest’s CEO.
Best Medium Sized Workplaces 2022.
Ibec Leading in Wellbeing Top 100 companies 2021.
Applicants must have a right to live and work in the relevant jurisdiction.
Portwest is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to age, gender, race, religion, sexual orientation, civil status, veteran status, family status, disability status or membership of a minority group.