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Event Manager

Event Manager

QuintEventsCharlotte, NC, US
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Job Description

Job Description

Salary : Who We Are

Quint is the industry-leading provider of official tickets and hospitality packages to the world's most prominent sports and entertainment events. Based in Charlotte, North Carolina, with offices in six countries, Quints global footprint and proprietary technology platform continue to be the foundation of its exponential growth.

Quint's innovative programs enable partnership properties to expand fan experiences and corporate client entertainment opportunities in a way that reflects the quality and prestige of those brands. Quint has a portfolio of 15+ official property partnerships servicing over 90 events, including Formula 1, NBA, Kentucky Derby, MotoGP, Breeders' Cup, Belmont Stakes, and the NHL.

What You Will Do

As theEvent Manager,your contribution to the organization will be todeliver exceptional guest experiences atestablishedfinancial margins foryourportionof events assigned under your umbrellaand to supportoverall initiatives to deliverexceptional guest experiences at all events globally.

Essential Job Duties & Functions

  • Responsible for the planning and on-site delivery ofyour function (hospitality / logistics)for12+ events annually ranging from 200 to 12,000 guests per eventbeginning with event launch up to a year in advance of event date
  • Physical and digital ticket management such as receiving, inventory checks, seat assignment and distribution
  • Fulfillment of guest orders through a multi-step process including building excel reports, generating shipping labels, collaborating with suppliers, quality assurance, packing and assembly, detailed documentation, etc.
  • Coordinating with the internal graphic design team to produce required assets such as credentials, signage, large format graphics, etc.
  • Scheduling and timeline management for both guests and staff across fulfillment, transportation, hotel check-ins, tours, and experiences
  • Vendor / supplierselection, negotiation, contracting, and ongoing management for services such as transportation, staffing services, gifts, etc.
  • Settingobjectivesand prioritizing tasks foryouand your team to ensuresuccessfulevent delivery and execution
  • Ensure accuracy andtimelycompletionof team deliverables
  • Provide hands-on career development and coaching to your team
  • Lead 1+direct report(s)
  • Accountable forassignedportion(s)ofthebudgetforyourevents ; equally holding your team accountable for budget management
  • Maximize budgetutilizationthrough negotiation and internal collaboration
  • Ensureaccurateandtimelytracking of planned and confirmed expenses
  • Tightly manage your own on-site expenses and inspire fiscal responsibilities in fellow travelers.
  • Collaborate with department leaders tounderstandsales projections and requiredbudget adjustments

Basic Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree or higher in Hospitality Management, Business, Marketing or related field
  • 4+ years progressive experience in event planning and management
  • Live / sporting events experience preferred
  • 1+ year(s) experience leadingpeople
  • Direct experience managing budgets of at least150KUSD
  • Proficient computer skills including but not limited to Excel, CRM software, and project management tools
  • Ability to multitask in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment
  • Strong time management and prioritization skills
  • Highly adaptable and comfortable making decisions in new or changing situations
  • Bi / multilingual preferred
  • Physical Demands

  • Full-time, in-office based in Charlotte, NC
  • Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer
  • Extensive walking and standing for periods greater than 12 hours while at events
  • Must be able to lift up to 30 pounds
  • Flexibility to work long hours and weekends, as needed
  • Willing and eligible to travel domestically and internationally up to 50% - targeted travel 18-25%
  • Eligible to work in the United States
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