Events Manager | Georgia Tech

About 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. Manages (balance and deposit) all revenue generated from the event in which he/she manages. Oversees proper display of all merchandise in all sales locations. Hires and manages any/all extra support staff to assure maximization of sales at events. Oversees security measures for all sales locations for both during and after business hours (when applicable). Maintains inventory control measures and performs a physical inventory of all sales locations at the conclusion of the event or event season. Oversees the packing of merchandise and displays of all sales locations for transportation at the conclusion of the event (when applicable). Oversees the capturing of all sales records (POS & scanners) on all products sold. Oversees the collection of all cash/credit card receipts for all sales from all sales locations. Balances all funds collected at the event in which he/she manages, as well as, deposits the funds in the proper bank account at the conclusion of each business day (when applicable).

Responsibilities

• Directs and coordinates activities of workers engaged in onsite merchandise sales.
• Directs/coordinates the set-up of the necessary equipment to service the event.
• Manages (balance and deposit) all revenue generated from the event in which he/she manages.
• Oversees proper display of all merchandise in all sales locations.
• Hires and manages any/all extra support staff to assure maximization of sales at events.
• Oversees security measures for all sales locations for both during and after business hours (when applicable).
• Maintains inventory control measures and performs a physical inventory of all sales locations at the conclusion of the event or event season.
• Oversees the packing of merchandise and displays of all sales locations for transportation at the conclusion of the event (when applicable).
• Oversees the capturing of all sales records (POS & scanners) on all products sold.
• Oversees the collection of all cash/credit card receipts for all sales from all sales locations.
• Balances all funds collected at the event in which he/she manages, as well as, deposits the funds in the proper bank account at the conclusion of each business day (when applicable).

Requirements

• Associates or four year college degree in business, management or related field, is preferred.
• Two-four years industry experience required.
• Three to five years retail sales and cash management experience needed.
• Personnel management experience needed.

Qualifications

• To perform this job successfully, the candidate must be able to perform each essential duty above at the highest levels.
• Absolutely no specific qualifications provided.

Skills

• Highly organized, self-motivated individual who can work independently.
• Strong leadership skills, with excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to manage people.
• Ability 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.
• Ability to speak effectively to event personnel and LGM management.
• Basic knowledge of word processing, e-mail/Internet software and Excel Spreadsheet software.

Benefits

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Life and disability insurance
• Paid vacation
• 401k plan

Pay

Competitive salary, commensurate with experience.

Schedule

Onsite at Georgia Tech, Atlanta, GA.

Benefits

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• Life and disability insurance
• Paid vacation
• 401k plan