Event/Exhibition Manager, Asia Water

This role is based in our Ari Hills Building office.
The role
The Event Manager for Asia Water Bangkok will lead the strategic development and execution of this show co-located with Asia Sustainable Energy Week, focusing on establishing the event as a premier platform for water technology and sustainability solutions.
Key Responsibilities
Support the development of Asia Water Bangkok's strategy as a new launch show in Southeast Asia's water and wastewater industry
Design and deliver exceptional event experiences for this inaugural edition, establishing strong foundations for future growth
Develop customer experience strategies, incorporating feedback to position Asia Water Bangkok as a leading platform for water technology and sustainability solutions
Support the Senior Event Manager in Brand P&L management, including conferences and complementary products
Collaborate with Sales, Marketing, and Operations teams to align all event elements and leverage synergies with co-located Asia Sustainable Energy Week
Negotiate with venues and suppliers for event-specific requirements
Build relationships with key industry customers, developing deep market knowledge to inform event strategy
Oversee event floorplan and identify cross-promotional opportunities with Asia Sustainable Energy Week
Support the successful launch and establishment of Asia Water Bangkok
Minimum 8 years of experience leading B2B exhibitions, with new event launch experience preferred
Proven track record in developing brand and sales strategies with strong sales acumen
Experience managing international customer relationships across diverse regions and cultures
Fluency in English and Thai is mandatory
Independent, inspirational leader with ability to build senior-level relationships and manage high-value accounts
Strong strategic thinking with ability to define and execute sales strategies against targets
Experience in budgeting, forecasting, and reporting processes
Excellent communication and collaboration skills across multiple stakeholders in a matrixed environment
Travel requirement: 20-30%

Employment type
Full-time

Work arrangement
No