Job Summary

The Trade Show & Events Manager leads the planning, coordination, and operational execution of Midwest Veterinary Supply’s participation in more than 65 industry events annually, including national, regional, and state veterinary trade shows, sales meetings, and continuing education programs. The role ensures events are well-organized, cost-effective, professionally delivered, and aligned with Marketing and business priorities.

Working in partnership with the Director of Brand Engagement, Marketing, Sales, and cross-functional stakeholders, this role translates event objectives into clear plans, timelines, logistics, and attendee communications. It manages the event lifecycle from registration and vendor coordination through on-site readiness and post-event reconciliation, while identifying opportunities to improve processes, consistency, and the value Midwest receives from its event investments. Event attendance and travel may be required selectively based on business needs.

Core Responsibilities

Trade Show & Event Strategy and Execution

Sales Meetings, Training & Continuing Education

Cross-Functional & Vendor Partnership

Budget, Administration & Continuous Improvement

Supervisory Responsibilities

None.

Organizational Competencies

Must perform job responsibilities professionally and in a manner consistent with the needs of internal and external customers and applicable company policies, procedures, and manuals. Demonstrates sound judgment, accountability, strong work ethic, customer focus, collaboration, and attention to the fiscal health of Midwest Veterinary Supply.

Job Requirements & Qualifications

The requirements below represent the knowledge, skills, and abilities needed to perform the essential functions of the role. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Education

Experience, Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

Mental & Physical Demands

The role requires sustained attention to detail, frequent communication and collaboration, prioritization of competing deadlines, and the ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment. Physical requirements may include occasional handling or coordination of event materials and promotional items; reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

Travel Requirements:  Approximately 20% travel, based on business needs and the scope of responsibilities. 

Equipment Used

Computer, phone, standard office equipment, and applicable event planning, registration, and expense-management tools.

Work Environment

Work is generally performed in an office or hybrid environment, depending on business needs and company policy. Workload may fluctuate around major events, and occasional extended hours may be required to meet event deadlines or resolve time-sensitive issues.

Job duties and requirements may be subject to modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. Requirements are representative of the minimum levels of education, experience and skills required to perform the essential functions of this job. The job description does not constitute a written or implied contract of employment. Midwest Veterinary Supply reserves the right to revise or change job duties and responsibilities as the need arises.

Salary/Benefits:     

We offer competitive pay and a comprehensive benefits package including Medical, Dental and Vision insurance, Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) insurance, Short- and Long-Term Disability insurance, a 401k plan, paid holidays, and Paid Time Off (PTO).  Our work environment is business casual, and we like to have fun with weekly relaxed dress days, monthly breakfasts and birthday celebrations, and regular events like holiday contests, cookouts, and employee appreciation celebrations. 

About Us:

Midwest Veterinary Supply, Inc. (MVS) has provided quality service and merchandise to the veterinary profession since 1961. Our products are distributed from eight branches located in key geographic locations within our trade area. We take great pride in getting our orders out the same day as called in and having the product in the customer's hand the next day. MVS carries products and equipment from most major manufacturers. As we continue to grow, our goal will be, as it has always been, to provide the veterinary profession the very best in service along with quality merchandise at fair and competitive prices. 

Midwest Veterinary Supply believes in providing equal employment opportunities for all employees and will not violate any law prohibiting discrimination for or against any employee or applicant for employment on the basis of any characteristic protected under local, state, or federal statute, ordinance, or regulation.  To view applicable employment notices, please click here to visit our Careers page.  California residents, click here to view the California Consumer Privacy Act Disclosure.