Event Manager (Store Logistics) - NHRA

GLOBAL MERCHANDISE

Recognized leaders in retail and merchandising worldwide, Legends Global Merchandise provides a fully customized, customer-centric, omnichannel shopping experience for fans. Our vertical service solution allows us to provide the latest trends, styles, designs, and brand collaborations across different categories. For in-venue, e-commerce and pop-up operations, Legends sets the standard when it comes to a unique shopping experience. 

We pride ourselves in creating a customized portfolio of inventory based on each property and operating as a true extension of each client’s brand.  Different guests want different things, and we are here to build and provide a tailored retail experience. 

THE ROLE   

Directs and coordinates activities of workers engaged in onsite merchandise sales and directs/coordinates the set-up of the necessary equipment to service the event/show.  As well as manages (balance and deposit) all revenue generated from the event in which he/she manages.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

•Manage all the tent builds and personnel scheduling for the Store Logistics role.
•Recommend any improvements to the facility and/or equipment.
•Regularly submit expenses in a timely manner.
•Performs routine preventative maintenance on equipment.
•Follows procedures to ensure all equipment is in working order. This includes following proper instructions to make sure specifications are met.
•Participate in Event Department management meetings.
•Drives semi-tractor/trailer to events as needed.
•Inspects vehicles for defects before and after trips and submits report indicating their condition.
•Performing proper care and use/organization of all equipment (maintained (tires, general maintenance, etc.) and cleaned (wash/wax)) prior to, during and after the event.
•Maintain driver logs according to I.C. regulations.
•Maintenance, set-up and teardown of event equipment and store structures.
•Work event type hours include nights, weekends, and holidays.
•Able to write routine reports and correspondence.
•The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 75 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 pounds.
•Regularly required to sit, stand, walk, and bend and move about the facility and/or other off-site locations.
•Other duties may be assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, the candidate must be able to perform each essential duty above at the highest level. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

•1-3 years industry experience required.
•Personnel management experience needed
•Class “A” Commercial Driver’s License needed (Training available).
•This position requires that the person be highly organized, self-motivated individual who can work independently.
•Must have strong leadership skills, with excellent oral and written communication skills.
•Ability to manage people.
•Must be able to manage multiple tasks and priorities and easily adapt to changing situations.
•Must be able to travel throughout the year as needed both locally and domestically.
•Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form.
•Ability to deal with problems involving several variables in standardized situations.
•Must be a team player.
•Must be able to speak effectively to event personnel, clients and LGM management.

COMPENSATION

Competitive salary, commensurate with experience, and a generous benefits package that includes medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, paid vacation, and 401k plan.

WORKING CONDITIONS

Location: On Site LGM Indianapolis, IN

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

NOTE:

The essential responsibilities of this position are described below the above headings. They may be subject to change at any time due to reasonable accommodation or other reasons. Also, this document in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position.

Legends Global is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer, and encourages Women, Minorities, Individuals with Disabilities, and protected Veterans to apply. VEVRAA Federal Contractor.