Procurement Manager –Competitions, Camps, Corporate (West Region- Remote)

As the Procurement Manager, you will be responsible for overseeing the strategic sourcing and procurement of event venues for our organization. Your primary focus will be to identify and secure suitable venues that align with our events' objectives and budgetary constraints. You will engage with sales, finance and operations and collaborate closely to ensure successful event execution.

KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES ?

• Strong negotiation and contract management skills.
• Excellent organizational and project management abilities, with the capacity to handle multiple tasks simultaneously.
• High level of customer service acumen.
• Exceptional verbal and written communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with internal teams and external stakeholders.
• In-depth knowledge of the events industry, venue trends, and best practices.
• Familiarity with sustainability practices and their application in event venues is advantageous.
• Results-oriented and able to work independently to meet deadlines and handle multiple projects simultaneously.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively as part of a team.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor's degree in business, hospitality management, or related field a plus.
• Proven experience in venue procurement, sourcing, or event planning, with a minimum of 5 years in a similar role.
• Experience in the cheerleading/dance space is a plus.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

The physical demands that are described as required are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• While not participating in an event this job operates in a professional office environment. Ability to sit or stand for long periods through meetings and while operation office equipment, PC’s, laptop, telephone will be required.
• During events the ability to stand and walk for long periods of time (5 hours plus) is required. The ability to communicate with customers and colleagues using the following but not limited to radio, walkie talkie, text message and email is required. The ability to lift, bend, push, pull and manipulate equipment that is a minimum of 30lbs is required.