Merchandise Seasonal Associate

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The Philadelphia Eagles is known as one of the more innovative organizations in professional sports and is considered one of the most storied sports franchises in history. As an organization, the Philadelphia Eagles is both an exciting and demanding place to work fueled by passion, dedication, and a commitment on and off the field. We take our responsibility to the community seriously; the Eagles aim to make an impact in the Greater Philadelphia area and beyond. The Eagles has developed programs that provide support to the community including Eagles Autism Foundation and Eagles Cares. In addition, we are an environmental leader with our Go Green Program.

The executive office is located at the NovaCare Complex. This 108,000 square foot facility offers excellent space, amenities, and care for the players, coaches, and staff.

Lincoln Financial Field is one of the premier sports and entertainment facilities in the United States. In addition to being the home of the Philadelphia Eagles, the stadium hosts numerous other events, providing an unmatched spectator experience for over 69,000 fans. Lincoln Financial Field is maintained and managed by professionals working together to provide the highest quality sports and entertainment experience in a safe, clean, and friendly environment.

Position Summary

This role will contribute to the overall department effort to achieve inventory maximization for 3 stores and gameday sales. Merchandise Seasonal Associate will work directly with merchandise buyers to assist in all department assortment planning and order placement. Associate will assist with gameday staff data and scheduling as well as store and warehouse operations.

This position requires a flexible schedule to meet the needs of the business, including evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed.

Reporting Relationships

The Seasonal Associate will report to Merchandise Director and various members of the Merchandise Department

Position Responsibilities

• Assist Eagles buying staff with merchandise planning, selection, and vendor follow up.
• Work with buying staff to create items in Merchandise Tracking System including item descriptions and images.
• Create, manage, and track vendor purchase orders
• Work with Eagles merchandise operations department on various aspects of the Eagles stadium merchandise stores/stands
• Assist with Eagles Pro Shop operations including merchandising sales floors and inventory stocking
• Assist in warehouse operations relating to product receiving, processing, and annual inventory
• Assist with retail operation at Training Camp and pop-up events
• Learn retail store operations at Lincoln Financial Field, Cherry Hill Pro Shop and Rockvale Pro Shops
• Help manage gameday staff scheduling, data imports, and correspondence

• Be willing to take an active role wherever help is needed.

• Assist in the overall merchandise operation on Game Day specifically maintaining location inventory and helping manage gameday staff during gamedays
• Contribute to merchandise sales and operation for all events at Lincoln Financial Field by learning the life cycle of hot market selling during concerts

Desired Competencies

Personal Accountability - Gains input from others and moves decisions forward in the organization; accountable for actions.

Integrity & Values - Can be trusted to act in a manner that is truthful and values direct, honest communication at all levels of the organization.

Interpersonal Confidence - Strong interpersonal skills; can effectively communicate and relate to all levels within and outside the organization; creates and builds positive and productive relationships.

Results Oriented - Drives the team and the organization for results to improve bottom line performance; able to make timely or planned decisions appropriate to the circumstances or situation.

Adaptability - Responds quickly and effectively to changing trends and circumstances; embraces change and welcomes fresh perspectives; learns from past mistakes and adjusts accordingly.

Managing Processes - Ability to manage appropriate steps to get projects completed.

Organizational Ability - Attention to detail, demonstrates time and energy to make sure tasks are properly handled and completed correctly.

Qualifications

• Must be a recent graduate who has completed, within the previous eighteen months, a technical, associate, bachelors, or graduate degree from a qualifying educational institution.
• Excellent organizational, planning, communication, and interpersonal skills; ability to prioritize multiple projects
• Prior warehouse or retail experience preferred
• Flexible to work long hours and a non-traditional schedule, including weekends, nights and some holidays
• Access to reliable transportation between the Philadelphia, Cherry Hill and Rockvale Pro Shop locations
• Able to safely lift boxes heavy boxes
• Standing or sitting for extended periods of time and frequent climbing of stairs
• Be able to work in all weather conditions (Hot, Cold, Rain, Snow)

Equal Employment Opportunity

Qua applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or any other classification protected by applicable law.

For your consideration:

Our organization makes an impact. On-site subsidized cafeteria

Free secured parking

Easy access to public transportation On-site fitness facility

Participation in employee engagement activities Access to online learning platform

Eligible to elect medical coverage

This is a non-exempt, temporary, seasonal position

Eligible to receive a $1,000 stipend for those relocating or traveling outside of a 50- mile distance