Project Manager, Fairs & Events, Away Games

DSV • Hoffman Estates, IL

11d • $70,000 - $85,000 • Onsite

About The Position

DSV is seeking a Project Manager, Fairs & Events, Away Games for their Schaumburg/ORD location in the USA. This role is responsible for the end-to-end freight management and operations for Fairs & Events, specifically for Away Games. The position involves managing all aspects of Fairs & Events shipments, including pre-alerts, document verification, customs clearance (TIB, Permanent, ATA Carnet, Others), timely deliveries, export formalities, freight bookings, re-export documentation, and communication with overseas agents and internal offices. The role also includes onsite management, preparation of manifests, coordination with organizers, agents, exhibitors, and vendors, as well as managing financial aspects like billing and collection, and lead management for securing new business. DSV is a global leader in transport and logistics, with a vision to create long-term, sustainable growth and value for its customers, employees, shareholders, and society. They operate in over 90 countries with nearly 150,000 employees, emphasizing sustainable business practices and a dynamic environment built on collaboration, accountability, and action.

Requirements

• Degree+
• Fairs & Events experience, preferable +2 years Freight Forwarding experience - Air, Sea, Road and Customs clearance - import & export
• Good communication skills
• Willing to work for flexible working hours as per show requirements
• Willing to travel to show venues
• Team player
• Proficient in MS Office applications (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint)
• English (reading, writing, verbal)
• Intermediate mathematical skills
• Effective communication skills (all modes) that reflect a high level of professionalism.
• Capable of multitasking and performing general administrative skills.
• Completes work with limited degree of supervision.
• Ability to assess the validity and applicability of previous or similar experiences and evaluate as appropriate.
• Strong reading and math skills focused attention to detail.

Nice To Haves

• Bilingual in English & Spanish (reading, writing, verbal)

Responsibilities

• Responsible for end-to-end Fairs & Events Show Management – ensuring timely handling of all Fairs & Events shipments, pre-alerts, document verification as per F&E Shipping Instructions & Country rules, coordinating with customs brokerage team for timely customs clearance – TIB, Permanent, ATA Carnet, Others, timely deliveries, export formalities including freight bookings, re-export documentation, customs clearance and all related formalities, timely communication with overseas agents / net-work / inhouse offices.
• Onsite Operation & Show Management: Preparation of Manifest (Show log), onsite management, planning and support - meeting organizers, agents, exhibitors, vendors, coordinating with onsite service providers / unions, timely deliveries and updates for inbound & vice versa for outbound.
• Financial Management: Timely billing and collection including job opening and show closure.
• Lead management: Follow-up on exhibitor list and securing business , ELS etc. Timely quotation to all away games exhibitors from USA to overseas fairs and events.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Information regarding DSV’s benefits offerings, including eligibility, coverage options, and plan details, is available through the DSV Benefits Showcase. Benefits, programs, and eligibility may vary by location and division in accordance with applicable state and local laws.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level