Events Manager

Job Description

Job Description

Overview

The Events Manager plays a pivotal role in bringing Fleet Feet’s community-focused expos and pop-up shops to life. This position oversees the full scope of expo and pop-up shop planning and execution, ensuring every detail reflects our commitment to exceptional service and brand integrity.

Responsibilities

As the Events Manager, you will lead:

• Pre-Race Planning & Event Execution: Oversee all event logistics, including course setup, start/finish line arrangements, waste management, medical services, and online registration platforms.
• Collaboration: Work with local officials, sponsors, law enforcement, health departments, race entertainment teams, timing partners, race crews, and subcontractors. Adhere to all Fleet Feet Brand Standards and Guidelines. Builds and maintains trust from staff, customers, and the community by using good judgment
• Volunteer Coordination: Recruit, assign, and manage volunteers for various event roles.
• Event Logistics Management: Coordinate supplies, equipment, post-run meals, awards, participant shirts, and finisher medals.
• Safety Priority: Ensure the safety of all participants, volunteers, and staff throughout the event lifecycle.

Qualifications

• 2-3 years of event management experience.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Outstanding organizational, planning, and interpersonal skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficient in MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook).
• Ability to balance multiple projects, prioritize tasks, and meet deadlines.
• Flexible and adaptable to varying work schedules, including evenings and weekends.