Operations Manager Jobs

About The Position

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience required
• 1-3 years of experience in event production, event management, experiential marketing, or related fields preferred
• Familiarity with sports, entertainment, and live event environments
• Strong project management and organizational skills
• Proven ability to build relationships across teams, clients, vendors, and partners
• Strong active listening, critical thinking, and creative problem-solving skills
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously while meeting tight deadlines
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, including experience leading or coordinating teams
• Strong work ethic with a willingness to take initiative and ownership of projects
• Experience negotiating vendor contracts and managing budgets is a plus
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and event management software
• Willingness to travel up to 65%, including weekends and evenings
• Ability to adapt to new environments, challenges, and team dynamics
• Comfortable using power tools and operating forklifts (training provided)
• Ability to lift at least 50 lbs

Nice To Haves

• Internship, freelance, campus, or hands-on event experience is valued
• Experience working with a variety of audiences, communities, or consumer groups
• Familiarity with virtual event platforms and digital engagement strategies
• Experience using power tools and forklifts (training can be provided if needed)

Responsibilities

• Serve as a liaison between clients, vendors, and internal departments
• Develop and manage budgets for each event activation
• Lead team communications during the planning stages, including weekly status calls
• Create and manage detailed timelines for team members, vendors, and clients
• Conduct venue and vendor research aligned with event needs
• Develop event presentations and proposals, including layouts and program designs
• Collaborate with creative teams to conceptualize and manage artwork design and production
• Partner with internal departments to determine operational, logistical, and technical requirements based on client objectives
• Prepare activation materials and coordinate with logistics teams for deployment
• Oversee inventory and asset management for event materials
• Attend site visits and conduct venue evaluations
• Act as the primary point of contact for clients to ensure goals and objectives are met
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure successful execution of event activations
• Manage and direct on-site staff, volunteers, and vendors
• Oversee event setup, execution, and teardown
• Implement operational logistics plans, including loading and unloading event assets
• Coordinate team travel to and from event sites
• Address and resolve on-site challenges as they arise
• Perform other duties as needed to support event success

Benefits

• Professional Development: Take advantage of our learning and development programs, mentorship opportunities, and career advancement support.
• Generous Time Off: Enjoy generous paid time off and holiday allowances to recharge and spend time with loved ones.
• Parental Leave: We provide paid parental leave to support your family during important life events.
• Retirement Plan: 401k plan including contribution matching.
• Healthcare: Medical, dental, vision, FSA/HSA, life and disability coverage options.
• Ancillary: Critical illness, identity protection, pet insurance, 529 plans and more
• Commuter Benefits: Access support for travel and commuting needs, where available