About the Role :
We’re a premium cigar distributor expanding our trade marketing and events footprint across Europe and the U.S. You will own the end-to-end planning and flawless execution of trade shows, exhibitions, in-store activations, and B2B events. The ideal candidate is a hands-on operator who can turn a brief into a detailed run-of-show, negotiate with vendors, move physical assets across borders, and bring measurable ROI from every activation.
Key Responsibilities
Trade Marketing (B2B / Retail) :
- Build and execute a trade marketing calendar by market and channel (wholesale, retail, HoReCa, duty free).
- Plan, produce, and deploy POSM / merchandising (banners, shelf talkers, humidor signage, displays); maintain an asset inventory and replenishment plan.
- Ensure planogram compliance and optimal shelf visibility; collect photo proofs from field teams and partners.
- Drive co-op marketing with distributors / retailers (promos, tastings, education sessions) and track results.
- Coordinate sampling & staff training at key accounts; develop short playbooks and talk tracks.
- Track KPIs : doors activated, shelf facings gained, POSM coverage, cost per activation, and incremental sales.
Exhibitions & International Events :
Own the full cycle : brief → budget → timeline → vendor sourcing → design coordination → production → logistics → on-site management → teardown → post-show reporting.Manage booth design & production (coordinate with designers / builders; ensure brand guidelines, materials, lighting, power, safety).Run logistics : international freight, customs paperwork (ATA Carnet where applicable), insurance, storage, install / dismantle (I&D), and return shipping.Source and negotiate with exhibition organizers, contractors, booth builders, hostesses, AV, catering, and staffing; issue SOWs / POs; control budgets.Implement lead capture (badge scanners, forms), integrate with CRM, and lead post-show follow-up with Sales.Produce post-event ROI reports (leads, opportunities, orders, CPL / CPA, qualitative insights).Project Management & Compliance :
Maintain critical paths, Gantt / timelines, and weekly status with risks / mitigations.Create and maintain standard toolkits : run-of-show, master checklist, vendor list, asset tracker, packing lists, and on-site “booth bible.”Ensure compliance with venue regulations and category rules relevant to tobacco product displays and sampling (by market).What Success Looks Like (KPIs)
Events delivered on time and within ±5% of budget.Lead and opportunity targets met per event; CPL / CPA tracked and trending down.POSM coverage and shelf visibility increased in priority accounts; photo proofing 100%.Zero critical compliance incidents; 100% of post-event reports submitted within 5 business days.Requirements
3+ years in trade marketing and / or exhibitions / event management with demonstrable end-to-end ownership of international shows (EU experience required).Strong vendor management & negotiation; proven budget control for multi-country projects.Fluent English (C1+). Additional languages are a plus (Spanish, German, Polish, Romanian, Ukrainian, Serbian, Lithuanian, Latvian, or Russian for vendor liaison).Solid working knowledge of project tools (Asana / Trello, Google Sheets / Excel, Docs / Slides) and basic artwork handling (Adobe / Canva) to traffic edits to designers.Comfortable with travel across Europe (and occasionally the U.S.); capable of managing long show days and physical booth work when needed.Eligibility & location (strict) :
Current residence in Ukraine, Serbia, Romania, Poland, Lithuania, or Latvia.Able to enter the EU visa-free or hold a valid multiple-entry visa / work permit with ≥12 months remaining validity.Must be of legal age to work with tobacco category promotions in your country.Nice to Have :
Experience in premium / luxury or tobacco / spirits categories.Familiarity with ATA Carnet, temporary imports, and exhibition logistics paperwork.Experience setting up scalable event systems (templates, checklists, reporting frameworks).Basic understanding of CRM (HubSpot / Salesforce) and lead workflows.