Jazmin Salinas

Boca Raton, FL (On-Site)
Travel Required for Events

$80,000 – $95,000 Base Salary + Commission Opportunities
Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k)

Job Summary

We are seeking an experienced Operations Director to oversee the full execution of large-scale home improvement expos and live events across multiple states. This role is responsible for ensuring every show is executed smoothly, on time, and at a high standard of quality.

The Operations Director manages logistics, venues, floor plans, vendors, and on-site staff while leading an Operations Manager and coordinating with internal teams including Marketing, Sales, and Accounting.

This is a fast-paced, hands-on leadership role requiring strong organizational skills and attention to detail.

Key Responsibilities

• Event Operations & Execution
• Plan and execute full event logistics for home shows and expos
• Create detailed show schedules (load-in, show hours, load-out)
• Oversee on-site execution and problem-solving during events

Venue & Contract Management

• Source and secure venues for events
• Negotiate and manage venue contracts
• Confirm show dates and ensure all agreements are accurate

Floor Plans & Production

• Design and manage event floor plans
• Optimize booth layouts for capacity and flow
• Ensure compliance with venue requirements and safety standards
• Coordinate power, pipe & drape, AV, and rental needs

Exhibitor & Vendor Management

• Create and manage exhibitor applications based on confirmed shows
• Oversee vendor communication and distribution of show kits
• Manage relationships with production vendors and service providers

On-Site Leadership

• Schedule and manage show staff
• Act as primary point of contact during events
• Resolve on-site issues in real time

Financial & Administrative Coordination

• Work with Accounting to track venue deposits and payment schedules
• Ensure operational expenses are properly monitored and on track

Team Leadership

• Manage and develop Operations Manager
• Build scalable systems to improve efficiency and consistency

Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Coordinate with Marketing on show readiness and capacity updates
• Support internal teams to ensure successful show execution

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in Operations, Events Management, or Leadership
• Strong experience in live events, trade shows, or expo production
• Understanding of floor plans and venue logistics
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Google Workspace (Excel, Sheets, Docs, etc.)
• Experience using CRM systems (Pipedrive or similar)
• Strong understanding of contracts and vendor agreements
• Excellent attention to detail and organizational skills
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-volume environment
• Strong multitasking and problem-solving abilities
• Willingness to travel for events as needed

What We Offer

• Competitive base salary ($80K–$95K) + commission opportunities
• Full benefits package (Medical, Dental, Vision, 401k)
• High-growth environment with national event portfolio
• Leadership role with direct impact on company success

About the Role

This role is ideal for someone who thrives in live event environments and enjoys taking ownership of complex logistics and execution. You will play a key leadership role in ensuring our events run successfully across multiple markets.

Pay: $75,000.00 - $85,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Experience:

• Marketing operations: 2 years (Required)

Language:

• English (Required)

Willingness to travel:

• 50% (Required)

Work Location: In person