Junior Technical Project Manager - Events & Exhibits

Job Description

As part of the Marketing & Communications organization, you will join our Events & Exhibits expert team. Working across departments, you will develop and realize technical concepts for live communication initiatives-from international congresses and exhibitions to customer events and internal meetings-ensuring seamless product presentations and exceptional customer experiences.

Your Responsibilities

• Independently plan and deliver the technical execution of in-person and hybrid sales promotion events with a focus on congresses and exhibitions
• Coordinate technical project activities to ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget and according to agreed quality standards
• Plan and coordinate international logistics in close collaboration with the Export Department, including shipments, customs documentation and on-site deliveries
• Manage external service providers including booth construction companies, logistics partners and audiovisual suppliers
• Prepare cost estimates, evaluate quotations and support supplier selection and contract coordination
• Coordinate booth and demo equipment for international congresses and exhibitions
• Create and maintain basic 2D/3D booth layouts, technical drawings, cable plans and graphic placement concepts
• Support the development of new exhibition concepts, demo equipment and technical solutions together with Sales, R&D and Product Marketing
• Drive the implementation of innovative technical and audiovisual solutions for exhibitions and customer events
• Work closely with Event Managers and cross-functional stakeholders to ensure smooth project execution
• Provide technical consultation on effective product presentation and booth functionality
• Supervise onsite booth installation and dismantling, ensuring timely execution, high quality standards and compliance with Corporate Identity and Brand Guidelines
• Identify opportunities to continuously improve technical standards, processes and supplier performance

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or completed vocational training in Event Technology, Media Technology, Engineering, Event Management, Project Management or a related field
• Approximately 2–3 years of professional experience in technical event management, exhibition management, trade shows or a comparable project environment
• Experience coordinating multiple projects simultaneously in an international environment

Must-Have

• Experience in planning and executing congresses, exhibitions or technical events
• Understanding of exhibition construction and booth infrastructure
• Experience coordinating external suppliers and service providers
• Ability to read and prepare technical layouts, cable plans and booth drawings
• Good organizational and project management skills
• Experience working with Microsoft 365 (PowerPoint, Excel, Word, Teams, Outlook)
• Valid Class B driver's license
• Willingness to travel internationally (approximately 20%)
• Business fluency in German and English, with additional languages as an advantage

Nice-to-Have

• Experience with SketchUp, AutoCAD or comparable CAD software
• Adobe Creative Suite knowledge
• Experience with audiovisual technologies
• Knowledge of logistics and customs processes
• Experience within the medical technology, healthcare or life sciences industry
• Understanding of product demonstrations and technical customer presentations

Soft Skills

• Strong communication and coordination skills
• Structured and solution-oriented working style
• Hands-on mentality with the ability to work independently
• High level of ownership and accountability
• Strong attention to detail and quality
• Ability to remain calm under pressure during on-site event execution
• Team player with an international mindset
• Continuous improvement mentality

Additional Information

• A mutually-supportive, international team
• Meaningful work with a lasting impact on medical technology
• 30 vacation days, plus December 24th and December 31st
• Flexible working hours as well as hybrid work model within Germany
• Bike leasing via cooperation partner "BikeLeasing"
• Parking garage and safe underground bike storage
• Award-winning subsidized company restaurant and in-house cafes
• Variety-rich fitness program in our ultra-modern 360m2 company gym
• Regular after work, team, and company events
• Comprehensive training and continuing education opportunities

Ready to apply? We look forward to receiving your online application including your first available start date and desired salary. 

Contact person: Leonie von Leoprechting