Events Manager

Fleet Feet • Sacramento, CA

2d • Onsite

About The Position

The Events Manager plays a pivotal role in bringing Fleet Feet’s community-focused expos and pop-up shops to life. This position oversees the full scope of expo and pop-up shop planning and execution, ensuring every detail reflects our commitment to exceptional service and brand integrity.

Requirements

• Event management experience: You have experience planning and executing events, expos, pop-up shops, and similar retail activations
• Project management experience: You are highly organized, detail-oriented, and able to manage multiple timelines, priorities, and moving pieces
• A problem solver: You stay calm under pressure, think logically and creatively, and can quickly craft solutions when unexpected challenges arise
• A clear communicator: You can effectively communicate expectations and updates across a variety of channels and audiences
• A team player: You bring a positive, can-do attitude, and enjoy working alongside others to create exceptional experiences
• 2-3 years of event management experience.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Outstanding organizational, planning, and interpersonal skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficient in MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Ability to balance multiple projects, prioritize tasks, and meet deadlines.
• Flexible and adaptable to varying work schedules, including evenings and weekends.

Nice To Haves

• Build detailed event plans and timelines that keep every moving piece on track
• Coordinate logistics including venue requirements, floor plans, equipment, signage, fixtures, inventory, shipping, staffing, setup, and breakdown
• Partner cross-functionally with store leaders, vendors, and event organizers
• Manage event operations onsite, serving as a primary point of contact and confidently troubleshooting challenges as they arise
• Coordinate and support event staffing, ensuring team members understand their roles, responsibilities, schedules, and expectations
• Evaluate event performance and identify opportunities to improve processes, elevate the participant experience, and increase operational efficiency
• Represent the brand with energy and professionalism, creating memorable experiences for runners, walkers, and the greater community
• If you love turning a blank space into an experience, solving problems in real time, building strong community and vendor relationships, and seeing a plan come together, this role is for you!

Responsibilities

• Oversee all event logistics, including course setup, start/finish line arrangements, waste management, medical services, and online registration platforms.
• Work with local officials, sponsors, law enforcement, health departments, race entertainment teams, timing partners, race crews, and subcontractors.
• Adhere to all Fleet Feet Brand Standards and Guidelines.
• Builds and maintains trust from staff, customers, and the community by using good judgment.
• Recruit, assign, and manage volunteers for various event roles.
• Coordinate supplies, equipment, post-run meals, awards, participant shirts, and finisher medals.
• Ensure the safety of all participants, volunteers, and staff throughout the event lifecycle.

Benefits

• 401(k) with 4% Company Match: Available to employees aged 21+ at company-owned stores.
• Exclusive Discounts: Enjoy savings on industry-leading products and specialized training programs.
• Professional Development: Grow your career through mentorship opportunities, employee resource groups, and ongoing learning sessions designed to help you reach your full potential.
• Community Engagement: Get involved in local outreach and service initiatives that align with our purpose-driven mission.
• Inspiring Team Culture: Join supportive, passionate teammates who live the mission every day.
• Full Time Benefits: Employees working 30+ hours per week can explore our benefits summary for details on healthcare, wellness, and more.
• Part-Time Benefits: Employees working 15–29 hours per week can explore our benefits summary for details on healthcare, wellness, and more.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed