Procurement Manager – Competitions, Camps, Corporate

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⛰️ Colorado, Kansas, +3 more states – Remote

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💵 $61.5k - $92.5k / year

⏰ Full Time

🟡 Mid-level

🟠 Senior

🛒 Procurement

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Varsity Brands

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5001 - 10000 employees

⚽ Sports

🏭 Manufacturing

📚 Education

💰 Private equity on 2025-04

Sports • Manufacturing • Education

Varsity Brands is a company that builds school pride, student engagement and community spirit through two interrelated businesses: BSN SPORTS and Varsity Spirit. BSN SPORTS is described as a leading marketer, manufacturer and distributor of sporting goods, apparel, and equipment. Varsity Spirit is the leading global source for cheer, dance, performing arts and yearbook products, programs and experiences. Varsity Brands partners with elementary, middle and high schools, colleges and other organizations across North America to provide customizable products and programs that support sport and spirit activities.

📋 Description

• Develop and implement a comprehensive venue sourcing strategy that optimizes costs while maintaining the quality and suitability of event locations. • Establish and maintain strong relationships with venue vendors, negotiating favorable terms, and securing the best possible rates and contracts. • Lead by example, providing guidance, training, and support to ensure the delivery high-quality results along with presentations to multiple departments and leadership teams. • Work closely with finance and event planning teams to develop budgets and cost estimates for venue procurement, ensuring cost-effectiveness and adherence to financial guidelines. • Conduct market research to identify potential venues that align with event requirements. Evaluate and compare venue options, considering capacity, location, amenities, and accessibility. • Draft and review contracts with venues, including terms, conditions, cancellation policies, and liability agreements. Ensure all contracts comply with legal and organizational standards. • Analyze potential risks associated with selected venues and implement risk mitigation strategies to safeguard event success. • Serves on regional leadership team to collaborate with event operations and management teams to understand event objectives, audience needs, and event logistics to ensure venues meet all necessary requirements. • Advocate for sustainable venue practices and work towards integrating eco-friendly options in venue selection. • Measure and track the performance of venue procurement initiatives, identifying areas for improvement and implementing strategies to enhance efficiency and cost-effectiveness.

🎯 Requirements

• 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. • 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.

🏖️ Benefits

• Comprehensive Health Care Benefits • HSA Employer Contribution/ FSA Opportunities • Wellbeing Program • 401(k) plan with company matching • Company paid Life, AD&D, and Short-Term Disability • Generous My Time Off & Paid Holidays • Varsity Brands Ownership Program • Employee Resource Groups • Access to Financial Coaching and member-owned Credit Union • St. Jude Partnership & Volunteer Opportunities • Employee Perks including discounts on personal apparel and equipment!