LEGENDS & ASM GLOBAL

Two powerhouse companies have joined forces to redefine excellence in sports, entertainment, and live events. Together, we combine unmatched expertise with a global reach, offering end-to-end solutions – from venue development and event booking to revenue strategy and hospitality.

Legends brings a 360-degree, data-driven approach across Global Partnerships, Hospitality, Merchandise, and Attractions, working with top-tier clients to deliver exceptional experiences.

ASM Global, the world leader in venue management and live event production, oversees 350+ iconic venues stadiums, arenas, conventions centers and theaters.

Our organization is committed to building an inclusive, innovative environment where differences drive solutions that benefit our team members, guests, and partners. Guided by our values of respect, integrity, and accountability, we create a workplace where everyone can succeed. Are you ready to be part of the team that is transforming live entertainment? Join us to make legends happen!

THE ROLE   

The Purchasing Manager will be responsible as overseer of all food & beverage procurement needs, warehouse management of receiving, distribution, and storage processes, and inventory control management within facility.  Role will require abilities to forecast, negotiate, lead staff, manage budgets, and adhere to Company guidelines.  Role will additionally assist payables processes to ensure purveyor partnerships are managed appropriately. Experience in sports and entertainment.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

BUYING

Leader of Company policy processes – purchase order adherence, budget management, pricing update communication, utilization of preferred suppliers and manufacturers. Manager of location spend reports – preferred supplier adherence. Sponsorship partnership evaluation. Coordinate single source management for key opportunities of multi-market providers– small equipment, office, rentals, etc. Assist new account set-up.

WAREHOUSE MANAGEMENT - RECEIVING, STORAGE, AND DISTRIBUTION

Coordinate and ensure appropriate best practices are managed to ensure safe practices are being implemented in synchronized manner. Train and direct safe and accurate receiving, storage, and distribution conduct. Assist with purveyor delivery scoring to validate potential adjustments of item selections and purveyors utilized.

PAYABLES

Leader that will work with location finance department to communicate and adhere contract agreements of pay terms, minimums, additional charges, etc. Reviewer of late invoice payment report monthly – guide location. Review monthly location statements and reconciliation by location.

INVENTORY CONTROL MANAGEMENT

Lead processes as key driver of inventory turn rate goals and routes for improvement. Manage month-end processes to ensure accurate financial reporting. Assist management of slow and dead stock lists to be determined monthly at base location – supporting location implementation, product returns, and/or external transfers. Reviewer of inventory levels versus previous months/years with goal planning and execution to ensure risk adverse management

 QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, the candidate must be able to perform each essential duty above at the highest levels. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

The ideal candidate will have a bachelor’s degree and a minimum of 10 years’ management experience in the Purchasing and Warehouse management preferably in sports and entertainment. Can be trusted to act in a manner that is truthful and values direct, honest communication at all levels of the organization Strong interpersonal skills; can effectively communicate and relate to all levels within and outside the organization; creates and builds positive and productive relationships Responds quickly and effectively to changing trends and circumstances; embraces change and welcomes fresh perspectives; learns from past mistakes and adjusts accordingly Ability to manage appropriate steps to get projects completed; has strong abilities to organize people and processes; can create a plan for resourceful workflow Strong verbal and written communication skills; excellent interpersonal skills Must have excellent written and verbal communication skills and the ability to multi-task and prioritize in a deadline-oriented environment. Strong commitment to delivering an elevated level of customer and client service with demonstrated initiative, leadership, and management skills. Customer service oriented with the ability to interact with all levels of management. Must be flexible to work extended hours due to business requirements including late nights, weekends, and holidays. Knowledge of inventory management systems and POS required. Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint. Strong logistics skills Ability to develop and produce proposals. LEAD Certified. Serve Safe Certified. COMPENSATION

Competitive salary range of $68,640 - $75,000 commensurate with experience, and a generous benefits package that includes: medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, paid vacation, and 401k plan.

WORKING CONDITIONS

Location: On Site

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

NOTE:

The essential responsibilities of this position are described under the headings above. They may be subject to change at any time due to reasonable accommodation or other reasons. Also, this document in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position.

Legends & ASM Global is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer, and encourages Women, Minorities, Individuals with Disabilities, and protected Veterans to apply. VEVRAA Federal Contractor.