PO Coordinator, Talent Partnerships

Fanatics Collectibles•Los Angeles, CA

10d•Onsite

About The Position

Fanatics is building a leading global digital sports platform. We ignite the passions of global sports fans and maximize the presence and reach for our hundreds of sports partners globally by offering products and services across Fanatics Commerce, Fanatics Collectibles, and Fanatics Betting & Gaming, allowing sports fans to Buy, Collect, and Bet. Through the Fanatics platform, sports fans can buy licensed fan gear, jerseys, lifestyle and streetwear products, headwear, and hardgoods; collect physical and digital trading cards, sports memorabilia, and other digital assets; and bet as the company builds its Sportsbook and iGaming platform. Fanatics has an established database of over 100 million global sports fans; a global partner network with approximately 900 sports properties, including major national and international professional sports leagues, players associations, teams, colleges, college conferences and retail partners, 2,500 athletes and celebrities, and 200 exclusive athletes; and over 2,000 retail locations, including its Lids retail stores. Our more than 22,000 employees are committed to relentlessly enhancing the fan experience and delighting sports fans globally. Fanatics Collectibles is a new company operating at the intersection of collectibles, culture, and technology. Backed by world-class investors, operators, and sports & entertainment partners, we are building the global leader in next-generation collectibles. As part of the broader Fanatics ecosystem, we leverage a digital sports platform that spans over 900 sports properties and engages more than 81 million fans. Together, we are reimagining every part of the collectibles experience for fans, partners, and creators.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree required
Previous experience in sports/entertainment
Experience in related field (Business, Accounting, Finance, etc.).
Thorough understanding of financial close processes and controls.
Candidates should be analytical, organized and highly detailed-oriented.
Must like a fast-paced environment, and have ability to work under pressure, meet tight deadlines and thrive in changing circumstances.
Experience with Oracle and Contract Lifecycle Management systems.
Exceptional written and oral communication.
Well-versed in Microsoft Office applications, must love Excel.

Responsibilities

Create new suppliers and maintain purchase orders from inception to completion.
Work closely with Accounts Payable to ensure supplier addresses and tax information are up to date and current in the system.
Oversee new onboarding portal for vendors providing support to ensure full execution, as well as providing guidance/feedback to internal parties for ongoing improvements and efficiencies.
Ensure that inventory receipts are transacted accurately, and all expenses are allocated to the appropriate GL accounts.
Act as liaison to multiple internal departments, including Operations, Finance, Marketing and Brand teams, to implement fulfillment of contract requirements and payments.
Maintain overarching autograph agreement databases, as well as individual talent contracts and required tax information for 1099 processing per IRS guidelines.
Ensure compliance to contractual obligations ensuring all services on agreements are executed.
Foster and maintain relationships with talent, agents, Topps reps and industry contacts; provide status updates on deals and handle special requests as needed.
Assorted departmental tasks as needed.