Trade-in Event Coordinator (Sporting Goods) - Wisconsin/Chicago

SidelineSwap • Chicago, IL

34d • $40 - $75,000 • Hybrid

About The Position

SidelineSwap is seeking a Trade-in Event Coordinator to be the face of the company in their region. This role involves running pop-up trade-in events at partner retail stores, purchasing high-quality used sports gear from athletes and sports families, and managing a personal SidelineSwap business account for reselling this gear. The position requires a blend of event management and online store operations, with a focus on building retail partnerships, evaluating gear, providing excellent customer service, and managing inventory and sales performance.

Requirements

• Hustler's mindset; treat the role like your own business.
• Strong customer service instincts.
• Comfort talking to anyone.
• General sports knowledge; expertise in one sport preferred.
• Comfort working independently.
• Comfortable with a remote, non-traditional schedule.
• Demonstrated leadership characteristics (team captains, project management, etc).
• Valid driver's license.
• Available to work on weekends.
• Entrepreneurial hustler: Naturally curious, eager to learn, comfortable thinking on your feet, and approaches all scenarios as a problem-solver.
• Must operate well under pressure and be comfortable in fast-paced environments.
• Highly accountable: Can be counted on to show up on time, be prepared and ready to work hard.
• Acts like an owner.
• Basic understanding of financial metrics to use data to drive future business decisions.
• Delivers great customer experiences: Takes pride in going above and beyond to delight customers.
• Enjoys interacting in-person with customers, building relationships with partners, and motivating part-time staff.

Nice To Haves

• Entrepreneurial experience or a side hustle is a big plus.
• Retail experience.
• Customer service experience.
• Event coordination experience.

Responsibilities

• Run pop-up trade-in events at partner retail stores.
• Buy high-quality used sports gear from athletes and sports families.
• Manage a personal SidelineSwap business account for reselling gear.
• Build relationships with retail partners hosting events.
• Evaluate and buy used sports gear using trade-in software.
• Deliver a great customer experience.
• Handle logistics for getting gear photographed and shipped to the warehouse.
• Expand buying opportunities beyond events by building new partnerships.
• Review performance metrics for the business unit.
• Manage inventory.
• Respond to customers.
• Make smart pricing decisions to maximize sales and monthly bonuses.

Benefits

• Base salary plus monthly performance bonuses.
• Health and dental benefits.
• Equity in SidelineSwap.
• Real opportunity for growth as we expand the team.

What This Job Offers

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