Team Member Headquarters

Phoenix, AZ

Job Summary

Player 15 Group is the sports, entertainment and real estate operating and investment company that owns and operates the Phoenix Suns (NBA), Phoenix Mercury (WNBA), Valley Suns (G League) as well as operations of the downtown Phoenix arena.

Player 15 Group is seeking an experienced and highly motivated Senior Manager, Event Operations who plays a strategic and leadership-focused role in assisting team members with the planning and implementation of all arena events for primary tenants and outside entities as assigned. This individual must ensure event success and guest satisfaction with an eye for overall management of the arena, its staff, and its equipment.

The Senior Manager, Event Operations is also responsible for establishing processes and SOPs for the event management team to execute their work, as well as resources and guides that internal and external teams will use for their event and venue planning.

What You Will Do

Offer strategic input and quality process oversight to Event Coordinators and Event Managers during the planning phase of their events reviewing event strategies, helping troubleshoot potential challenges and ensuring consistency and excellence across all events
Regularly attend and support event coverage across the Event Management team offering on-site leadership presence and assistance contributing to overall event success
Have high level knowledge of all management areas (Phoenix Suns, Phoenix Mercury, Concerts/Family Shows, non-ticketed events etc.) to assist with larger strategy and operational discussions
Provide thoughtful insight into the development of policies, procedures and solutions in conjunction with the Event Management/Booking leadership team helping lead department initiatives including special projects and cross functional tasks
Serve as a mentor and coach to the Event Coordinators and Event Managers providing guidance, feedback and professional development support
Promote a collaborative, team-first culture where knowledge sharing and mutual support are prioritized over individual ownership
Directly manage Event Managers on the Event Management team
Assist with department budget planning including updating the declining spreadsheet with related expenses throughout the fiscal year
Plan, execute and lead a variety of diverse events as needed (ticketed and nonticketed) and tasks simultaneously ranging from high-profile ticketed events to internal meetings
Lead operational departments in problem-solving and identifying ways to optimize event efficiency in all phases of the event lifecycle including post-event debriefs as necessary to align expectations and gather feedback to enhance team performance and readiness
Clearly define the event’s operational needs and ensure information (including setup sheets, CAD maps and any other event related supporting documents) are timely and accurate to allow other departments to operate efficiently for all events
Manage day-to-day relationships with external vendors and contractors as well as enforce Mortgage Matchup Center policies and procedures with those vendors to ensure compliance with ADA, local and state fire and safety ordinances, NBA/WNBA league requirements etc.
Other duties as assigned

What We Need From Our Event Manager

Proficiency in live event management execution
Proficiency in indirect department/staff management/communication
Communicate changes effectively/efficiently and maintain an in-depth understanding of how event decisions impact various departments
Model a teamwork centered approach to event management while demonstrating a high level of personal accountability and pride in work
Ability to work long/odd hours (including weekends, early mornings/nights and holidays)
Effective time management/manage multiple events simultaneously
Intermediate Microsoft Office applications knowledge including Word, Excel and PowerPoint
Intermediate AutoCAD knowledge

Experience/ Education Requirements

4-6 years of experience managing large-scale sporting and live events/concerts
4-6 years of direct management experience
High school diploma or GED, college preferred

What You Can Expect

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by the Event Manager to optimally perform the essential functions of this role. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Ability to transit throughout the arena for long periods of time.

This position works mainly indoors, removed from extreme weather; exposure to weather is

S-Sedentary Work – Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally.

Must be able to carry on a conversation both on the phone and in-person.

Ability to read, write and speak in English

Wide range of full-time benefit options including

Medical, Dental and Vision coverages
Life and Disability options
Vacation, sick and holiday leave programs
In-arena work requirements with the potential of hybrid schedules based on each role and department.

Perks:

Discounts at Fanatics Team Shop
Tickets available for Phoenix Suns and Phoenix Mercury games

Visit our Culture page to learn more about our culture and work environment

Player 15 Group is committed to employing a diverse workforce. Qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, veteran status, or disability.

Please note this job description is not crafted to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

For questions about this career opportunity, please contact the People & Culture Recruiting team at recruiting@suns.com

Senior Manager, Event Operations

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