REVELxp - General Manager, University of Georgia

REVELxp•Watkinsville, GA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The General Manager leads and manages daily event operations for tailgating events and event rental operations at the University of Georgia. The role oversees sales and revenue activities, team development, operations, assets, events, and financial performance, with the goal of ensuring smooth operations and achieving revenue targets. The successful candidate works effectively in a high-energy environment and demonstrates strong problem-solving, decision-making, and people-management skills. The position reports to the Executive General Manager. The selected candidate must live in the Athens, Georgia area.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in business administration or a similar field from an accredited four-year college, active progress toward a four-year degree, or equivalent experience.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
Ability to effectively manage others.
Ability to coach and deliver constructive feedback with diplomacy.
Proficiency in computer skills and basic math skills.
Passion and ability to lead and serve others.
Effective problem-solving abilities and ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Strong organization and follow-up, with high attention to detail.
Ability to stand and walk for extended periods during events.
Ability to lift and carry items up to 40 pounds.
Ability to bend, stoop, and reach.
Manual dexterity to handle event materials and technology.
Ability to work in varied environmental conditions, including outdoor spaces.
Good visual acuity and attention to detail.
Ability to travel to event sites, including internationally, as needed.
Ability to work weekends and evenings.
Must live in the Athens, Georgia area.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of sports and enthusiasm for in-person events.

Responsibilities

Oversee revenue activities for tailgates and event rentals, including goal setting, forecasting, and developing and executing sales strategies.
Participate in revenue generation through outbound and inbound sales, in-person meetings, and community development initiatives.
Own and grow relationships with university partners across multiple departments.
Develop and oversee guest communications for tailgate and event rental clients.
Build a team culture focused on poise, accountability, detail, and hospitality.
Maintain familiarity with financial records and performance metrics and provide actionable insights to leadership.
Manage accounts payable and receivable for properties and operations, including tracking and reporting.
Own pricing and discounts as approved by the Regional Vice President.
Supervise and develop team members through consistent performance feedback; oversee recruiting and assist with training as needed.
Support company-wide initiatives and encourage adoption of company processes and policies.
Conduct strategic planning and trend forecasting; ensure compliance with company initiatives and improve systems for quality control, maintenance, inventory, and process management.
Oversee event layouts, design assistance, event operations, and relationships with key vendors, including rental and food and beverage partners.
Oversee facility management, including warehouse and office organization, facility maintenance, and services such as cleaning, landscaping, and pest control.
Oversee operations personnel responsible for fleet cleanliness, maintenance, safety training, security policy compliance, inventory, asset counts, and repair schedules.
Oversee expense budgets, including hourly labor, game-day expenses, and office expenditures.
Represent REVELxp to guests, university administration, and athletic departments; manage partner relationships and key event rental clients; and attend community functions with executive management.