Event Manager

Company Description

Playo is a leading global sports activity platform with over 5 million users across 5 countries, that connects players, venues, trainers, and brands in one full stack ecosystem across 50+ sports. We operate at the intersection of consumer technology, social networking, marketplaces & real-world logistics and are building a scalable, multi-vertical sports-tech venture with a focus on long-term sustainability and global dominance. 

The Opportunity:

We are looking for an Event Manager to join our Corporate Engagement team. The person will be responsible for end-to-end delivery and client success of the various sports events that we are commissioned for by our corporate clients. So, if you love sports, have a flair for event management and possess a winning combination of process management, vendor negotiation and client service skills, then we would absolutely love to work with you!

Responsibilities:

• Event Pre-Sales: Engage with potential leads to better understand their requirements and scope out an initial proposal based on their needs and budgets.
• Event Planning: Creating a detailed event delivery schedule based on client's requirement in conjunction with the sales team, including identifying and securing appropriate event venues with help from the internal team.
• Vendor Management: Onboarding, coordination and negotiating costs with multiple vendors as per the event schedule. Manage and coordinate event staffing including contractors, vendors, and volunteers.
• Event Logistics: Oversee all aspects of event logistics, including transportation, printing collaterals, gifts/swags and catering via vendors and ensuring relevant onsite branding for Playo at the events.
• Client Success: Liaison between the client and vendors to ensure that the event progresses seamlessly as per the delivery schedule and within the costs budgeted.

Requirements:

• 2-3 years of experience in a B2B event management role or related professional area. Experience in hospitality events and/or sports events would be an added advantage.
• Strong written and oral communication skills in English.
• Proficient in basic computer skills including internet, email, Google Drive, Microsoft Word/Excel.
• Ability to lead and manage complex events with confidence.
• Strong negotiating skills coupled with a positive customer service attitude.
• Excellent organizational and time management skills with a penchant for attention to detailing
• Ability to multi-task and adapt to changing environments.
• Positive team player and able to work independently.
• Willingness to travel as required and the flexibility to work outside of regular business hours.

Next Steps:

Believe you have what it takes to join us on the playfield If so, drop us your resume and cover note indicating Events Manager in the subject line to [Confidential Information] and tell us why you believe you are best suited for this role.