Events Manager | Georgia Tech

GLOBAL MERCHANDISE

Recognizedleaders 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 acrossdifferent 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 andoperatingas 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. As well as, manages (balance and deposit) all revenue generated from the event in which he/she manages.

• Be present throughout the duration of the event.
• Oversee proper display of all merchandise in all sales locations.
• Hire and manage any/all extra support staff to assure maximization of sales at events.
• Oversee security measures for all sales locations for both during and after business hours (when applicable).
• Maintain inventory control measures and perform a physical inventory of all sales locations at the conclusion of the event or event season.
• Be accountable for all product shrinkage (lost, damage, stolen) from all sales locations during the course of the event or event season.
• Oversee the packing of merchandise and displays of all sales locations for transportation at the conclusion of the event (when applicable).
• Oversee the capturing of all sales records (POS & scanners) on all products sold.
• Oversee the collection of all cash/credit card receipts for all sales from all sales locations.
• Balance all funds collected at the event in which he/she manages, as well as, deposit the funds in the proper bank account at the conclusion of each business day (when applicable).
• 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.
• 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.
• Ability to speak effectively to event personnel and LGM management.
• Basic knowledge of word processing, e-mail/Internet software and Excel Spreadsheet software.
• Works in a variety of different elements including office, warehouse, outdoor. Environment is not always climate controlled.
• Other duties may be assigned.