Project Manager, Fairs & Events, Games

Overview

DSV - Global transport and logistics.

In 1976, ten independent hauliers joined forces and founded DSV in Denmark. Since then, DSV has evolved to become the world's 3rd largest supplier of global solutions within transport and logistics. Today, we add value to our customers' entire supply chain by transporting, storing, packaging, re-packaging, processing and clearing all types of goods. We work every day from our many offices in more than 80 countries to ensure a steady supply of goods to production lines, outlets, stores and consumers all over the world.

Our reach is global yet our presence is local and close to our customers. Read more at

Location:

USA - Schaumburg, 1901 N. Roselle Road

Division:
Solutions

Job Posting

Title:

Project Manager, Fairs & Events, Away Games - 103519

Time Type:
Full Time

• Lead Management:
  Coordinating with overseas offices for sales leads / exhibitors list. Contacting all exhibitors to understand their logistics requirements and providing quotations based on the applicable local + overseas tariff + shipping guidelines. Securing individual exhibitors, Country pavilions / group participants and ELS updates.
• Operations & Freight Management:
  Responsible for end-to-end Fairs & Events Freight 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 exports and vice-versa for re-imports.
• Financial management – Timely billing and collection including job opening and show.

• Performs other duties as assigned.

• None

• Degree+
• Fairs & Events experience, preferable
• 5+ years Freight Forwarding experience - Air, Sea, Road and Customs clearance - import & export
• Key Accounts management, preferred
• Good communication skills
• Willing to work for flexible working hours as per show requirements
• Willing to travel to show venues
• Dangerous Goods Training, preferred
• Team player

• None

Proficient in MS Office applications (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint)

English (reading, writing, verbal)

Intermediate

• 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.

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

• Frequently – Sitting / Bending / Walking and Standing
• Ability to Lift/Carry and Push/Pull
• 21-50 pounds
• Reach above shoulder, reach outward, squat, or kneel

While performing the duties of this job, the employee rarely is exposed to fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals. The noise level in the work environment is usually low to moderate.

The physical demands and work environment characteristics described above are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable Accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

For this position, the expected base pay range is $65,000.00- $75,000.00 annually. Actual compensation will be determined based on job-related factors, including relevant experience, skills, education or certifications, and geographic location, consistent with applicable laws and company policy.

DSV offers a comprehensive benefits program designed to support the health and well-being of employees and their families. Benefits include…