Operations Manager – Exhibitions & Events

\#\# Job Description: Assistant Manager – Operations \*\*Location:\*\* Gurugram (Gurgaon), Haryana \*\*Job Type:\*\* Full\-time (Work from Office) \*\*Salary:\*\* ₹7,00,000 – ₹9,00,000 LPA (Based on experience and performance) \#\#\# About the Company Established in 1952, we are one of India's leading companies in the exhibitions and events industry. We provide end\-to\-end infrastructure solutions for trade shows, exhibitions, conferences, conventions, and corporate events across India. In addition to executing projects for leading organizers, we also conceptualize and organize our own exhibitions. \#\#\# About the Role We are looking for a dynamic, highly organized, and motivated \*\*Assistant Manager – Operations\*\* to work closely with senior management. This is a long\-term leadership opportunity for someone who wants to build a career in the exhibitions and events industry and grow into a key managerial role within the organization. The selected candidate will be trained across all aspects of the business and developed as a potential successor for a senior management position. \#\#\# Key Responsibilities \* \*\*Operations \& Day\-to\-Day Management:\*\* Assist in the overall management of day\-to\-day business operations and track project timelines, budgets, and deliverables. \* \*\*Commercials \& Tendering:\*\* Prepare quotations, commercial proposals, and cost estimates. Identify, prepare, and submit government and private tenders. \* \*\*Client \& Vendor Coordination:\*\* Manage client accounts from enquiry through project completion. Coordinate with vendors, negotiate pricing, and manage procurement. \* \*\*Logistics \& Supply Chain:\*\* Plan and monitor inventory, warehouse operations, and material movement. \* \*\*Cross\-Functional Collaboration:\*\* Coordinate with design, production, fabrication, logistics, and site execution teams. Work closely with the accounts team for billing, purchase orders, vendor payments, and receivables. \* \*\*Reporting \& Documentation:\*\* Prepare MIS reports, presentations, and operational dashboards. Maintain contracts, project documentation, and company records. \* \*\*Site Visits:\*\* Travel to exhibition venues and project sites across India as required. \#\#\# Requirements \* \*\*Experience:\*\* 5–8 years of experience in Operations, Exhibitions, Events, Interior Fit\-outs, Construction, Project Management, or a similar industry. \* \*\*Education:\*\* Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Commerce, Engineering, or a related field. \* \*\*Technical Skills:\*\* Excellent knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint. \* \*\*Core Competencies:\*\* Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills. Proven experience in vendor management, procurement, inventory management, and tendering. \* \*\*Traits:\*\* High level of integrity, ownership, and the ability to manage multiple projects under tight deadlines with strong problem\-solving skills. \* \*\*Travel:\*\* Ability to travel occasionally across India for projects and exhibitions. \#\#\# Preferred Experience Candidates with experience in exhibitions, trade shows, conferences, event infrastructure, fabrication, interior fit\-outs, or project\-based businesses will be given preference. \#\#\# What We Offer \* Opportunity to work with a deeply rooted, industry\-leading company established in 1952\. \* Exposure to prestigious exhibitions, conferences, and large\-scale projects across India. \* Direct mentorship from senior management. \* A clear career path into a senior leadership role.

Pay: ₹700,000\.00 \- ₹900,000\.00 per year

Work Location: In person