Events Manager at Hillerich & Bradsby Co

Louisville, Kentucky, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

22 Apr, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

23 Jan, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Event Management, Hospitality, Communication, Customer Service, Leadership, Team Collaboration, Time Management, Problem Solving, Organizational Skills, Adaptability, Professionalism, Interpersonal Skills, Project Management, Supervisory Skills, Flexibility, Recruitment

Industry

Sporting Goods Manufacturing

Description

Description Hillerich & Bradsby Co. offers a fantastic work environment and an attractive set of benefits for its employees. Here's a summary of what you can expect if you're considering joining the H&B team: 1. Company History: Hillerich & Bradsby Co. is a well-established, family-owned business with a rich history dating back to our humble beginnings in 1856. 2. Diverse Opportunities: We offer positions in our iconic brands and experiences, including Louisville Slugger, Bionic Gloves, Barrels & Billets Bourbon Experience, and the Louisville Slugger Museum. 3. Prime Location: Our company is in downtown Louisville, Kentucky. Look for us behind the distinctive 120-foot-tall baseball bat in front of our campus at 800 West Main Street. 4. Employee-Focused Culture: Hillerich & Bradsby strongly emphasize creating a workplace that provides unforgettable experiences for guests and employees. 5. Core Values: Hillerich & Bradsby follows our core values that shape how we interact with our many guests and treat all of our employees. 6. Fun and Exciting Environment: We maintain a fun and exciting work environment for our employees, with a dedicated fun committee run by employees to ensure that work is enjoyable. 7. Work/Life Balance: Hillerich & Bradsby values work/life balance, which is essential for the overall well-being of our employees. 8. Comprehensive Benefits: We offer a complete benefits package, including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, paid time off, paid holidays, 401k with company match, and discounted garage parking. 9. Unique Benefits: Hillerich & Bradsby Co. provides unique benefits such as casual dress every day, parental leave for both moms and dads, education reimbursement, flextime for many positions, an employee assistance program (EAP), and employee discounts on their various brands. If you're interested in working for a family-owned and operated company that values its employees, fosters a family-like environment, and offers a wide range of benefits and opportunities, Hillerich & Bradsby Co. could be an exciting place to consider for your career. FLSA Status: Exempt Reports To: Director of Events Location: Louisville Reporting to this position: (2) Event Coordinator Position Summary: The Events Manager will work in conjunction with the Director of Events at H&B to plan for and execute on events the department is hosting. Additionally, this position will be responsible for ensuring high levels of professionalism, customer service, flexibility, and in-depth communication team both within the events team and with guests. Ultimately ensuring that the events team remains aligned with the organization's overarching goals, vision, and core values. Essential Functions: Collaborates with the Events Director to understand the departments goals and strategy related to staffing, recruiting, and retention. Provides leadership to the events team during office hours and during after-hours events that are held on-site. Participates as a member of the events team during quarterly planning sessions. Maintains a high level of professionalism during interactions with H&B's internal team and with event guests. Provides exceptional customer service during event planning process and event execution. Particpates in the strategic planning for/ on-site coordination of events to ensure a smooth experience for all guests. Builds a team culture in which everyone is a valued team member and aligns with the organization’s core values. Oversees the daily workflow of the event team. Provides coaching and leadership development opportunities to direct reports. Provides input during the event team member interview process. Other Duties: Any responsibilities or projects may be assigned by the Director of Events. Requirements Requirements Bachelor’s degree in Hospitality, Communication, or Business. A 2+ years of experience in Event Management, Hospitality, Administration. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Excellent interpersonal and organization skills. Ability to understand client needs and communicate company abilities and options effectively. Ability to remain calm in high-pressure situations. Able to be adaptable to constantly changing and short deadline situations. Strong supervisory and leadership skills. Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software. Demonstrated project and time management skills. Proven expertise in solving problems. Ability to prioritize tasks and to delegate them when appropriate. Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.

Responsibilities

The Events Manager will collaborate with the Director of Events to plan and execute events while ensuring high levels of professionalism and customer service. This role also involves leading the events team and maintaining alignment with the organization's goals and core values.