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Job Description
Role:
Tradeshow Warehouse Manager Employment Type:
Full-Time Location:
Vista, CA Job Summary:
We are seeking a highly organized Tradeshow Warehouse Manager to oversee end-to-end warehouse and logistics operations supporting trade show and exhibition events. This role will manage inventory, shipping/receiving, transportation coordination, staff supervision, and process optimization to ensure timely and accurate delivery of materials for events. The ideal candidate will bring strong warehouse leadership experience, logistics coordination expertise, and a continuous improvement mindset.
Key Responsibilities:
Warehouse Operations:
Manage all warehouse activities including inventory control, shipping, receiving, order fulfillment, and storage organization
Logistics Coordination:
Plan and coordinate transportation, freight, and delivery schedules for trade show materials and exhibits
Team Leadership:
Supervise warehouse staff including hiring, training, scheduling, performance management, and day-to-day oversight
Inventory Management:
Oversee procurement, inventory control, demand planning, and replenishment of trade show materials Vendor & 3
PL Coordination:
Manage third-party logistics providers, freight carriers, and shipping partners
Process Improvement:
Identify and implement operational improvements to increase efficiency and reduce costs
Compliance & Safety:
Ensure adherence to forklift safety regulations, warehouse safety standards, and shipping procedures
Reporting & Analytics:
Monitor budgets, analyze supply chain performance, and report operational metrics
Cross-Functional Collaboration:
Work with production planning and internal teams to ensure timely event execution
Required Qualifications:
5+ years of direct trade show warehouse experience (MANDATORY) Proven experience in warehouse operations or logistics supervision Forklift Certification required Strong experience in transportation management and freight coordination Experience in inventory control, shipping/receiving, and warehouse operations Leadership experience managing warehouse teams (hiring, training, scheduling, performance management) Strong organizational and multitasking skills in a fast-paced environment Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook) Knowledge of safety compliance in warehouse and logistics environments Ability to manage deadlines and coordinate multiple shipments and events Must be comfortable working onsite full-time in
Vista, CA Benefits:
Health Insurance, 401(k), 401(k) Matching, Relocation Assistance