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Director of Merchandise-Soccer - Indianapolis Indiana
Company: AEG Location: Indianapolis, Indiana
Posted On: 05/05/2024
In order to be considered for this role, after clicking "Apply Now" above and being redirected, you must fully complete the application process on the follow-up screen. LEGENDS Founded in 2008, Legends is a premium experiences company with six divisions operating worldwide - Global Planning, Global Sales, Global Partnerships, Hospitality, Global Merchandise, and Global Technology Solutions - offering clients and partners a 360-degree data and analytics fueled service solution platform to elevate their brand and execute their vision. Currently, Legends works with marquee clients across business verticals including professional sports; collegiate; attractions; entertainment; and conventions and leisure. We are the industry leaders in designing, planning, and realizing exceptional experiences in sports and entertainment. For more information, visit www.Legends.net and follow us on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram @TheLegendsWay. LEGENDS GLOBAL MERCHANDISE Recognized leaders in retail and merchandising worldwide, Legends Global Merchandise provides a fully customized, customer-centric, omnichannel shopping experience for fans. Our vertical service solution allows us to provide the latest trends, styles, designs, and brand collaborations across different categories. For in-venue, e-commerce and pop-up operations, Legends sets the standard when it comes to a unique shopping experience. We pride ourselves in creating a customized portfolio of inventory based on each property, and operating as a true extension of each client's brand. Different guests want different things, and we are here to build and provide a tailored retail experience. THE ROLE The Director of Merchandise-Soccer will be responsible for leading the Strategic Business Unit (SBU) in the development, sales, sourcing, and maintenance of merchandise and corporate relationships. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS - Lead a team of 3 or more employees, or SBU, in the management of numerous business lines.
- Oversee all members on the team to ensure all aspects are being covered to produce the greatest results.
- Work with the marketing and E-commerce department to increase sales and support for business lines.
- Negotiate and manage all contracts that are necessary for business lines under the team's responsibilities.
- Responsible for increasing sales and margin. All retail prices must have enough margin to cover royalties and all attributed overhead.
- Manage all financials related to those lines of business including stock and inventory levels, net income for the team will be the primary measurement of success for this position.
- Prepare a budget, income statements, balance sheets and capital expenditure requests.
- Handle all facets of any onsite retail locations; from buying and planning to operations and maintenance. Ensure that all team members practice TCE and maintain all merchandise standards.
- Develop new business opportunities by aggressively seeking new customers and further developing existing ones.
- Position requires spending long hours sitting using computers.
- Must occasionally lift and/or move up to 30 pounds when setting up/tearing down event locations and participate in the team's inventory.
- Supervises all Team members by assigning and directing work.
- Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws.
- Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.
- Other duties may be assigned QUALIFICATIONS To perform this job successfully, the candidate must be able to perform each essential duty above at the highest levels. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.
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