Trade Shows and Events Specialist

SOLVENTUM

1d • Remote

About The Position

3M Health Care is now Solventum At Solventum, we enable better, smarter, safer healthcare to improve lives. As a new company with a long legacy of creating breakthrough solutions for our customers’ toughest challenges, we pioneer game-changing innovations at the intersection of health, material and data science that change patients' lives for the better while enabling healthcare professionals to perform at their best. Because people, and their wellbeing, are at the heart of every scientific advancement we pursue. We partner closely with the brightest minds in healthcare to ensure that every solution we create melds the latest technology with compassion and empathy. Because at Solventum, we never stop solving for you. The Impact You’ll Make in this Role The Trade Show & Events Specialist (Marketing Operations / Events) owns end-to-end event operations and logistics for the Health Information Systems (HIS) event portfolio, including Tier 1–3 trade shows, regional conferences, partner events, and state shows. This role translates event strategy into flawless execution by managing booth assets and inventory, shipping/freight and labor, exhibitor services, promotional materials, and onsite readiness to deliver consistent, on-time, on-budget experiences. Working closely with the Senior Events & Industry Relations lead (strategy owner) and cross-functional partners (Sales, Marketing, Finance, Legal/Compliance), the Specialist standardizes processes, manages logistics vendors, tracks spend and documentation, and completes post-event closeout and asset reconciliation for scalable, compliant event delivery. As a Trade Show & Event Operations Specialist, you will have the opportunity to tap into your curiosity and collaborate with some of the most innovative and diverse people around the world. Here, you will make an impact by:

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Marketing, Communications, Event Management, Business, AND 5+ years of experience in trade shows, events, or field marketing operations with ownership of logistics in private, public, government, or military environments.
• OR High School Diploma/GED from AND (9) years of experience in trade shows, events, or field marketing operations with ownership of logistics in private, public, government, or military environments.
• AND In addition to the above requirements, the following are also required:
• 5+ years of experience in trade show, event, or field marketing operations, with demonstrated ownership of logistics in a private, public, government or military environment.
• Experience working cross-functionally with sales, marketing, vendors, finance, and compliance teams, with strong organizational, project management, and execution skills.
• Willingness to travel as required for events
• Must be legally authorized to work in country of employment without sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g., H1B status).
• Please note: your application may not be considered if you do not provide your education and work history, either by: 1) uploading a resume, or 2) entering the information into the application fields directly.

Nice To Haves

• Experience supporting large, complex, multi-day events with significant operational requirements
• Familiarity with event management tools, project tracking systems, and budget tracking
• Healthcare, technology, or B2B marketing experience
• Comfort operating within structured governance, compliance, and approval frameworks
• Proven ability to manage multiple events simultaneously in fast moving environments

Responsibilities

• Leads end-to-end logistics and operational execution for all event types, including trade shows, regional conferences, partner events, and state shows, ensuring seamless delivery across all tiers and locations
• Implements event logistics processes such as booth asset management, inventory, storage, freight coordination, shipping, labor orders, exhibitor kits, installation and dismantle, giveaways, and onsite operational readiness
• Determines vendor coordination strategies by managing day-to-day relationships with booth vendors, freight partners, and promotional suppliers, ensuring adherence to timelines, budgets, and brand standards while escalating risks as needed
• Supports sales and event stakeholders by coordinating meeting rooms, demo logistics, staffing readiness, and maintaining event calendars and schedules to ensure smooth onsite execution
• Supports compliance, budget tracking, and event closeout by ensuring adherence to legal and ethical requirements, managing spend and invoices in partnership with finance, and overseeing post-event reconciliation, returns, and debrief contributions
• Demonstrates willingness to be on-call as needed to support event execution and operational continuity

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees