Senior Specialist, GPS LA/South Events

Nike • Los Angeles, CA

399d

About The Position

The Senior Specialist, GPS LA/South Events will oversee and manage various event operations for Nike in the LA/South region. This role involves collaborating with strategic partners, managing outsourced talent, and executing event concepts that align with Nike's global strategies while catering to local needs. The position requires a strong focus on operational excellence, effective communication, and the ability to drive event success through strategic planning and execution.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education, experience or training.
• Minimum of 3+ years directly relevant work experience.
• Prefer 5 years of experience in a high-profile operations role related to events/venue management across multiple sites.
• Demonstrated experience leading strategic partners, agencies and supplier management, ideally at a Fortune 500 company.
• Effective communicator at all levels with proven ability to influence and drive people and projects.
• Demonstrated ability to assign and manage internal and external resources effectively across multiple projects.
• Detail oriented with strong organizational, multi-tasking and budget management skills.
• A team player with proven experience in leading, coaching, driving and inspiring (extended) teams across multiple locations aiming for shared success.
• Ability to effectively manage time, and individually prioritize tasks of competing priorities.
• Demonstrated analytical and strategic problem-solving capabilities and ability to present and influence those capabilities across all levels of the organization through strong verbal, written skills.
• Firm command of leading meetings and prioritizing agendas across multiple business partners.
• Fluent in MS Office applications, familiarity with Smartsheet a plus.
• Expertise managing large budgets, forecasting, and charge backs.
• Expert using event tools such as CVENT, Ungerboek and/or Planned.
• Excellent understanding of the Event industry and its trends.
• Desire to obtain a strong brand awareness and knowledge of the business to be a steward of progress.
• Provide timely and accurate data reporting, budgeting, expense reports, event summaries, measurables, and business reports.
• Qualified to hold an international passport and driver's license.
• Ability to lift and carry heavy objects weighing up to 50 pounds.
• Must be willing and able to work irregular hours and schedules as needed; up to 25% travel is expected.

Responsibilities

• Drive and manage the B-to-B event operating model from intake through execution.
• Create event briefings and production design based on business objectives.
• Be accountable for managing event stakeholder expectations and ensuring the delivery of exceptional service and performance.
• Develop communication plans to ensure seamless implementation of event program innovations.
• Manage program and event budgets with accurate and timely planning, forecasting, administration, and expense reconciliation.
• Oversee long-term internal and external strategic and agency partnerships for event execution.
• Manage suppliers, vendors, and event staffing resources effectively, including partner agencies, against business requirements to maximize performance and value.
• Influence and drive strategic decisions based on impact, agility, and efficiency on events with business partners.
• Implement metrics and processes to analyze both financial and non-financial data, improve performance, measure results, and identify strategic opportunities.
• Leverage the strategic partner platform and partner with GPS Director to manage event related QBR's, SLA's, and SOP's.
• Propose and deliver activities/events that elevate the on-site athlete connectivity, equity, and inclusiveness.
• Partner with the GPS Director to manage the department's financial processes, including forecasts and reporting.
• Proactively contribute to shaping the future of events by influencing geo and global direction with GPS event requirements.
• Optimize GPS event infrastructure through designing and strengthening operational, analytical, and financial processes.

Benefits

• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• 401k
• 401k matching
• Paid holidays
• Paid time off
• Employee discount programs
• Professional development
• Flexible scheduling
• Wellness programs

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Leather and Allied Product Manufacturing
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree