[Remote] Trade Show Marketing Lead

Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. GE Aerospace is a leading company in the aerospace industry, seeking a Trade Show Marketing Lead. This mid-level role involves planning, coordinating, and executing domestic trade shows and events, with a focus on managing timelines, budgets, and logistics, while collaborating with various stakeholders to ensure successful event outcomes.ResponsibilitiesLead the planning and execution of domestic trade shows and events (primarily 10x10 and 10x20 booths), including systems, avionics, and power-focused shows, managing timelines, budgets, schedules, and logistics with minimal supervisionResolves issues using established procedures. Consults supervisor or more senior team members for issues outside of defined instructions/parametersCollaborates with others to solve issues. For customer facing roles, develops strong customer relationships and serves as the interface. Exchanges technical information, asks questions and checks for understandingCoordinate with vendors, suppliers, and venues to secure services, materials, and exhibit assets; solicit and compare quotes, manage purchase orders, and ensure on-time deliveryPartner with sales, product, and marketing stakeholders to align event objectives, target audiences, staffing, messaging, and customer engagement activitiesOversee the development and coordination of trade show materials, including booth graphics, collateral, promotional items, and giveaways, ensuring consistency with brand guidelinesSupport and, where appropriate, lead pre-show promotion in collaboration with marketing, including email campaigns, social media, and internal sales enablementProvide on-site event support, including booth setup coordination, daily booth checks, morning meeting preparation, and day-of problem solving to ensure smooth execution; support larger, potentially international shows as neededDrive structured note gathering from customer and partner meetings (for example, using Airtable or similar tools), and ensure accurate capture, organization, and distribution of notes, actions, and follow-upsSupport the definition, tracking, and reporting of trade show KPIs (such as leads, meetings, engagement, and pipeline influence); analyze results and contribute to post-show debriefs and recommendationsMaintain organized documentation for trade shows, including calendars, contact lists, leads, follow-up status, budgets, timelines, and standard work/checklistsIdentify and recommend process improvements, best practices, and tools to enhance trade show effectiveness and efficiency, staying informed on industry and competitive event activitiesSkillsBachelor's degree from an accredited university or collegeMinimum of 3 years of experience in Marketing, Business Administration, Communications, Event Management, Trade Shows or a related field, or equivalent professional experienceAbility to travel 15-20% domestically for trade shows and events as required, with some international travel possible for larger showsThis role requires use of technical data subject to U.S. Government contract restrictions and this posting is only for U.S. Citizens. GE will require proof of statusExperience supporting systems/avionics/power or technical/industrial shows is a plusProven ability to manage multiple events and competing deadlines, with strong organizational and time management skillsExcellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to work effectively with stakeholders at various levelsHigh attention to detail and a strong commitment to accuracy, quality, and follow-throughProficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint); experience with event or project management tools (such as Airtable, Smartsheet, Cvent, or similar) is preferredComfort working with data and KPIs, including basic reporting, analysis, and interpretation to inform recommendationsAbility to work independently while collaborating effectively within cross-functional teamsProactive, solutions-oriented mindset with a focus on continuous improvementBenefitsAnnual discretionary bonus based on a percentage of your base salary/ commission based on the planMedical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverageAccess to a Health Coach from GE AerospaceEmployee Assistance Program, which provides 24/7 confidential assessment, counseling and referral servicesGE Aerospace Retirement Savings Plan, a 401(k) savings plan with company matching contributions and company retirement contributionsAccess to Fidelity resources and planning consultantsTuition assistanceAdoption assistancePaid parental leaveDisability insuranceLife insurancePaid time-off for vacation or illnessCompany OverviewGE Aerospace is a provider of jet and turboprop engines, as well as integrated systems. It was founded in 1892, and is headquartered in Cincinnati, Ohio, USA, with a workforce of 10001+ employees. Its website is https://www.geaerospace.com.