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Assistant Store Manager
We are looking for an Assistant Store Manager to join the Chicago team. You will report to the General Manager (GM) of the store and be responsible for managing the store and optimizing customer engagement, employee experience, and business results. Each location includes: a canteen (our general store), an interactive show for play and shopping, and sponsored experiences, parties and programming for kids and families of all ages. Some include a cafe and host rotating shows!
What will you do?
Running retail floor, merchandising, programming, stock, opening and closing procedures.
People
- Onboarding, training and development and performance management of associates.
- Providing associates with updates and guidance relating to health & safety guidelines, zoning, break information, product information, and weekly training Partnering with GM to manage associate’s performance and ensure they are meeting expectations of their role and on a path to progress at Either within our stores or in Labs (aka our corporate team). This includes conducting regular check in with associates to monitor their performance, understand their career goals at and beyond and helping them to achieve those!
- Helping them learn new skills within the store, matching them up with the proper team members on labs, and when necessary, creating performance improvement plans and documentation for employees who are not meeting expectations.
- Gathering & documenting incidents with customers or team members should they arise.
- Inspiring and encouraging employees to ensure a high level of morale. This includes:
Intervening when incidents arise in store such as difficult or unhappy customers, injury, theft, and employee disagreement.
- Deciding when necessary and appropriate to escalate to GM or people & culture team.
Operations
- Adhering to COVID-19 health and safety protocols for team members and families.
- Ensuring the store’s shelves are well stocked, neat and align with the company’s visual strategy.
- Checking families out at the register and letting them know about promotions, upcoming programs, or other news.
- Prioritizing and executing strategies to improve operations, sales, and service.
- Completing daily recaps to be shared with Labs and the rest of store leadership.
Parties, Programming & Shows
- Organizing and leading birthday parties as needed.
- Leading and training on arts & craft activities as needed.
- Acting as point of contact for all sponsored events and programs.
- Providing ongoing support to the cast and show teams whenever a show launches at your store. This requires operating as the show “venue” manager and making sure all aspects of the venue are running smoothly (people, tickets, retail, facilities, etc.
- Keeping the craft cabins and theatre clean and organized.
- Providing guidance and feedback to Store Experience Associates facilitating activities to ensure that they are providing a memorable and meaningful experience.
- Providing customer support on needs or issues that may arise in events and programs, such as party planning, event registration, special accommodations, etc.
What will you bring?
- 3-5 years of store or team leadership experience in the retail, hospitality, or family entertainment.
- Must be at least 18 years of age or older and are authorized to work lawfully in the United States.
- Ability to work a flexible schedule, including days, nights, weekends, and holidays.
- Ability to be trained and work in any of our New York City locations without notice.
- Excellence, enthusiasm, and excitement around engaging with children and families creatively.
- Exceed in all areas of the company’s Core Values – W.O.S.T.A. (Warmth, Output, Spirit, Truth, Agility).
- Desire to be part of a tight-knit team looking to transform the traditional retail experience.
- Hold yourself and your team to high standards.
- Possess a welcoming and helpful attitude and the ability to lead and hold others accountable.
- Learn and adapt to current technology and can accurately manage POS functions.
- Be able to manage workload and prioritize tasks independently.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Bonus but not required: You may have hidden talents that can add magical moments to our retail experience.
What are the physical demands?
- Must be able to perform duties with or without reasonable accommodations.
- Ability to stock merchandise from store receiving to shelving; ability to place product, weighing up to forty-five pounds, on shelving at various heights, go up and down a ladder.
- Exposure to outdoor elements such as sun, precipitation, and wind.
- Regularly required to sit, stand, bend, reach, push, pull, lift, carry and walk about the store.
- Ability to safely operate manual and electrical equipment.
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Job Title: Event Coordinator
Location: Moline, IL 61265
Duration: 12 months contract with a possibility of extension.
Shift Details: Shift 1
***Visa sponsorship is not available, now or in the near future, for this position***
Use event to manage and oversee creation and execution of Request for Proposal’s (RFP’s), unique registration websites (use of multiple languages, class rotations, multiple sessions, voucher process, etc.), on-arrival event check-in, build and support mobile apps, surveys, event budgeting, custom reports, etc.
Define meeting and event needs for programs working closely with Strategic Business Units (SBU’s), senior division management and all-level corporate clients.
Negotiate contracts with suppliers for all aspects of meetings and events including catering, lodging, transportation, speakers, entertainment, etc.
Communicate meeting and event information to all levels of enterprise management/clients, field staff, dealers, customers and suppliers.
Manage and direct services provided by contracted suppliers.
Supervise and provide day to day work direction to a team of professional staff; primarily in the context of work needed against project plans.
Reconcile meeting/event budgets and post-event reporting
What Skills You Need (must Have)
2+ years planning and organizing corporate events
Experience working with hospitality industry
2+ years Customer service frontline face-to-face experience
Project management experience working with complex projects
Supply Management experience such as negotiation and sourcing
Ability and willingness to travel up to 5%
- Strong communication skills and attention to detail
What Makes You Stand Out (nice to have)
Registration system programming skills necessary to create and maintain Cvent web-based applications
Experience working in a team environment
1+ years accounting experience (budgets, invoicing, etc.)
Certified Meeting Planner (CMP) Certification (or certification in process)
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Skills Required
❏ 2+ Years of Restaurant/Hospitality Experience
❏ Proficient in Managing of Cost of Goods Sold + Labor
❏ Ability to Lead a Team to Create a Memorable Guest Experience
❏ True Leadership Capabilities
JOB DESCRIPTION:
The Operations Manager is tasked with leading a team and managing multiple areas in a fast-paced work environment. In addition, the Operations Manager is responsible for making decisions in a timely manner, understanding and achieving financial goals, and leading their team to work in a collaborative effort to exceed guest expectations.
WHAT MAKES A GREAT OPERATIONS MANAGER?
- 21+ years of age
- Experience and understanding of managing cost of goods sold and labor management
- The ability to oversee all aspects of the business – from the smallest details to the big picture
- Experience maintaining an exceptional guest focused environment
WHAT WILL YOU BE DOING ON A DAILY BASIS?
- Developing and leading a team of 30-40 hourly team members to exceed guest’s expectations
- Displaying financial understanding by summarizing/analyzing information for budgeting revenues, measuring cost of goods sold on a weekly basis, daily labor and financial management
- Demonstrating proactive leadership by ensuring positive staff and guest experiences through personal interactions
- Interacting with guest service focused team members in areas of recruiting, hiring, coaching, training and contentious professional development
- Living our core values along with leading others to do so while collaborating with the management team to achieve high-quality and timely results
- Embracing teamwork while leading others to do the same
PERKS AND BENEFITS
Main Event Team Members are expected to give their best on the job – so we do our part in making sure we give you what you need to stay motivated, valued and embrace living your best life!
- Awesome culture that’s inclusive, rewarding and FUN!
- 50% off food, beverages, activities and unlimited game play!
- Tuition Reimbursement Program (yes please!)
- We help others grow! (internal promote culture)
- Be part of a New Center Opening Team!
- Our rewards and recognition program rock!
- Benefits, 401K Program, and paid time off
- Our Family Fund helps our Team Members financially in their time of need
- Paid Parental Leave
Main Event Entertainment is an Equal Opportunity Employer
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We are currently looking for our:
Coordinator, Property & Client Services
What we offer
Reporting to the General Manager and supporting the Center Management Team, this is a full‐time role responsible for all center‐level administration, including but not limited to service contract and vendor administration, finance administration, and tenant administration and coordination. Coordination and execution of the on‐site Specialty Leasing and Brand Ventures program, and providing all customers including guests, retail partners, contractors, and internal cross‐functional teams with an exceptional service experience, while always maintaining compliance with company policies and procedures.
Scope
Contracts Administration (Service Contracts, Work Orders & General Expenditure)
- Maintains the Center Contract Log: logs new contracts, amendments and follows up with Facility Operations on expirations that require a new contract or renewal.
- Works in partnership with Facility Operations, drafts work orders and service contracts, checks and updates forecast expenditure balance.
- Monitors and manages compliance of center teams with the Contract Policy and Finance Authorization Matrix.
- Through Procore, supports the bidding process:
- Performs Know Your Partner/GAN Compliance checks.
- Notifies vendors of recommendations.
- Collects vendors’ Certificates of Insurance.
- Drafts contracts and issues to vendors for execution.
- Uploads vendor executed contracts and follows through internal approvals.
- Reconciles costs to process vendor payment.
- Creates and processes Change Orders.
- Attends weekly progress meetings with Facility Operations and follows through assigned actions.
- Supports Facility Operations in the preparation of work permits for center contract works (e.g. sprinkler drain‐ down) and furnishes contractors with relevant permits (through the Sine visitor management system for Flagships and manually for Regionals)
Finance Administration (Accounts Payable, Accounts Receivable and Other Finance Processes)
- Accounts Payable (CAM/center‐specific and CAPEX):
- Processes payables (PO/PA‐Invoices)
- Matches invoices to purchase orders/projects.
- Obtains necessary back‐up documentation.
- Routes invoices and follows up payments with corporate Accounts Payable and Fixed Assets.
- Monitors payable system for invoices on hold, coding errors etc. and troubleshoots with Facilities Director/General Manager.
- Accounts Receivable:
- Supports the General Manager, Operating Manager and AR Manager, as instructed.
- Responsible for uploading request and back‐up documentation into the Box file for the Portfolio Associate to action.
- Violations (OTH)
- Construction (CCH) Manual Billing
- Services Sold (SVS)
- Legal Manual Billing
- Receives manual checks and maintains the Check Log for recording and auditing receipt of manual checks. Arranges FedEx delivery of manual checks to the centralized lockbox.
- Specialty Leasing Percent Rent Billing:
- Obtains sales from Tenants in accordance with lease terms, follows‐up on any outstanding data to full completion and uploads data into Salesforce.
- Verifies Tenant billing on the monthly Rent Roll and issues to the General Manager for approval.
- Calculates percentage rent billing from sales data and creates/processes/sends manual bill.
- Month End/Quarter‐End/Year‐End Processes:
- Prepares a list of accruals and collates back‐up documentation. Verifies accruals in system and assists the General Manager with the forecast.
- Reconciles P‐card expenses, uploads receipts, and verifies payment.
- Centers with central Plant – prepares Central Plant Union (Engineers) payments:
- Calculates Union Dues/Annuity/Pension, creates invoice for overtime and bill‐back.
- Creates a check request for Dues/Annuity/Pension and submits into Nexus, routes to Accounts Payable.
Specialty Leasing & Brand Ventures Coordination of Center‐level Program
- Supports Specialty Leasing and Brand Ventures operations. Responsible for center‐level coordination and management of ALL temporary in‐line and common area mall activations, including Retail Merchandizing Units (RMUs), pop‐up in‐line stores, and kiosks.
- Performs center walks/inspections, ensures Tenant activation complies with visual merchandising Design Guidelines.
- Monitors pipeline activity, distributing reports to center team, and plans the activation schedule.
- Arranges regular communications with center teams to align on activity (General Manager/Asst. General Manager/ Facility Operations.
- Arranges regular communications with the Specialty Leasing team to plan the schedule, align on Tenant requirements and troubleshoot issues.
- With support from Marketing, liaises with Tenants on retail and center operations, sales, and customer service, optimizing performance and income.
- Obtains permits from the local authority, where required, and supports Tenants with the same.
- Obtains Tenant Certificates of Insurance and uploads to Salesforce.
- Obtains Tenant signage proposals and internal approval from Retail Design Management, ensures the Tenant implements according to the approved specification.
- Coordinates the roll‐on roll‐off of units, issues instructions to Facility Operations and follows through to completion.
- Issues meter readings and utilities supplier information to Tenants (in‐line stores and kiosks only).
- Inventory management in partnership with Facility Operations:
- Communicates maintenance and repairs. Creates associated purchase orders/invoices and forecasts for expenditures.
- Checks Exiting Condition Reports are completed for all vacant, outgoing in‐line units and kiosks.
- Maintains an equipment and asset inventory schedule.
- Takes photos of activations, media, and space opportunities and uploads them to Salesforce as required.
General Coordination & Duties
- Sales Collection:
- Obtains sales from ALL permanent and temporary retailers in accordance with lease terms and uploads data into sales tracking system.
- Completes Sales Report sign‐off and issues to the General Manager for approval.
- Processes Open/Closed/What’s Happening Notices in accordance to policy.
- Uploads executed storage leases in the system.
- Processes mail – receives, opens, scans and mails: Certificates of Insurance, manual checks (mails to the lockbox), invoices, other general information.
- Prepares Tenant Operational Defaults for breach of lease covenants, issues to the General Manager for signature and distributes to the Tenant.
- Coordinates URW Connect:
- Uploads URW communications from Management Team to Tenants.
- Responds to Tenant requests and communicates these to relevant team members for follow‐up.
- Processes Tenant requests for works and approves after hours work permits (checks insurance, reviews work in conjunction with Facility Operations).
- Attends weekly staff meeting and customer service (“Style” program) sessions.
- Attends required training classes and programs.
- Other duties, as assigned.
What we are looking for
- BA or BS degree or equivalent experience required.
- 2‐3 years’ prior experience in an administration role, working with cross‐functional teams.
- Experience of basic finance administration: processing purchase orders/invoices, assisting with accruals and budget forecasting.
- Proficient in current Microsoft Office software including Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and SharePoint. Working knowledge of enterprise management systems (Salesforce) and project management software (Procore) is advantageous.
- Ability to understand and interpret legal agreements.
- Ability to conform to policies and procedures and familiarity of working within a compliance framework.
- Ability to respect confidentiality and sensitivity of information.
- Exceptional process management skills: can organize and prioritize an efficient workflow, simplify complex processes, anticipate, and adjust for problems and roadblocks, adapt to changing priorities, and manage from start to finish.
- Exceptional customer service skills and the ability to develop and maintain effective relationships; dedicated to meeting the expectations and requirements of internal and external customers, specifically through listening and responding to concerns both in the moment and via digital communication means.
- Ability to maintain composure in all scenarios.
Annual Salary Range
Non-Exempt
$50,000 – $70,000
What is important to us
Unibail-Rodamco-Westfield (URW) is driven by an entrepreneurial foundation of talented and ambitious employees who embrace change, strive for innovation, and know when to venture into uncharted terrain. Teams within URW are collaborative and thrive by working together to seize opportunity and solve challenges. Employees receive mentorship and guidance while being empowered to drive their initiatives, embracing their individuality and unique backgrounds. URW‘s flagship destinations are interwoven into the community fabric, and we give employees the power to be impactful in their work and lead meaningful change in our communities through volunteering, DE&I programming and leading ESG efforts. URW is an innovator and trend setter in experiential entertainment and is making bold moves to be a brand that creates inspiring consumer experiences in-person and digitally. Breaking beyond conventional beliefs, URW is surprising and delighting customers by reinventing being together and creating memorable moments.
Unibail-Rodamco-Westfield is an equal opportunity employer that embraces diversity of backgrounds, perspectives, experience, and skills. We believe that diversity plays an important part in the success of our business, and we are committed to creating an environment which respects, values, celebrates and makes the most of people’s differences.
We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, and other legally protected characteristics.
Join us to Reinvent Being Together.
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Under the direction of Chief Operating Officer, the incumbent is responsible for overseeing the regulatory and compliance of all products, factories, vendors, and co-packers meet requirements specified by the company, all applicable regulatory agencies, and licensors.
Candidates must reside in or around Atlanta to be considered for this role.
Key Skills Required
- Proactivity and sense of urgency will be imperative to success.
- Attention to details and dedication to getting things right.
- Strong organizational skills required.
- Maintain high level of organization, commitment to follow through, enthusiasm and motivation.
- Ability to influence – communicate clearly, concise, and compelling to gain alignment and drive action across varying audiences.
Primary Responsibilities And Essential Functions
Manages the company and product regulatory requirements, licensor requirements, food and toy industry standards, and updates.
- Conducts routine audits on the company and its partners for regulatory and compliance standards. And creates and follows through on corrective/preventive action plans.
- Routinely reports updates to management regarding conformance to regulatory and compliance requirements, and the status of plans to address non-conformances.
- Conducts federal and state reviews for food and consumer product compliance updates and legislation changes. Incorporates changes in company Marketing, R&D, Product Development, Manufacturing, Quality, Sales, and Finance departments.
- Responsible for maintaining organic certification of the company and associated partners including new certifications annual internal audits of certified partners and mass balance, and document traceability audits.
- Maintains state milk registration and duty fees.
- Maintains company Environmental, Social, and Governance program.
Maintains Vendor And Copackers’ Compliance To Company Requirements.
- Ensures company partners meet specified conditions pertaining to documentation and processing of items sold to or produced by the company.
- Conducts desk audits and on-site audits of vendors and co-packers.
- Documents audit conclusions and forwards reports to appropriate individuals.
- Implements corrective and preventive action plans pertaining to nonconforming Regulatory and Compliance functions.
- Ensures CAPA’s are conducted and effective for non-conforming products and/or processes.
- Identifies non-conformances, institutes investigations, conducts root cause analyses, identifies CAPA plans, institutes CAPA plans, and follows up CAPA plans for effectiveness through verification activities.
- Maintains records of CAPA plans and forwards them to appropriate individuals.
- Conducts internal and external training to company employees, co-packers, and vendors as necessary.
- Conducts training for internal and external partners, such as updates to food safety regulations, consumer product regulations, traceability requirements, environmental, social, and governance policies.
- Documents and maintains training files, ensuring annual training is current.
Manages mock recalls, crisis management, and geographical remote teams.
- Ensures the company’s food and topper traceability programs are effective.
- Identifies an item to track all necessary individuals to complete a mock recall obtaining traceability date, analyzing the data, and identifying issues encountered during the exercise.
- Participate as a member of the company’s crisis management team and assists in managing the plan.
- Assists company remote teams, vendors, DC’s, and co-packers as necessary during non-conformance issues, processing issues, QA issues, and troubleshooting conditions to ensure company product quality and safety requirements are met.
Directs and manages employee activity, promoting an environment in which employees can thrive.
- Coaches, mentors and develops staff, including monitoring individual employee performance through use and completion of performance reviews and individual development plans.
- Fosters a spirit of teamwork and unity among department members that allows for the appreciation of diversity, as well as cohesiveness and supportiveness through use of regularly scheduled departmental meetings and leadership by example.
Education/Experience
- Bachelor of science degree with 10 years of experience in the food, toy, or regulatory industry, required.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite.
- Solid decision-making skills, good oral and written communication skills, basic mathematical skills.
- Ability to lift up to 50lbs.
- Bilingual in English and Spanish is a plus but not required.
About Us
good2grow® is a children’s beverage & snack company based in Atlanta, Georgia. Our mission is to use fun to help kids consume healthier products. And our commitment to this mission has made us a high-growth innovative beverage company, with a large, diverse, and ever-growing set of retail partners. We create better-for-you drinks that give both parents and kids a smile by combining great taste with tons of fun. We partner with some of the biggest names in entertainment including Disney, Universal Studios, Nickelodeon, Hasbro and so many more to top our products with 100s of all of their favorite characters. Our line of products includes snacks, juices, flavored waters, and milks, so there’s something to make everybody smile.
Why join us?
good2grow® offers a competitive benefits package, including Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k) with company match, Health Savings Account, Flexible Spending Account, Short and Long Term Disability (along with salary continuation), a robust Parental Leave Policy, Life Insurance, 12 Paid Holidays, plus a generous Paid Time Off package. Through our community involvement and employee engagement initiatives, you will see that we value our employees’ experience and the community around us. At good2grow®, you will be consistently challenged, and your opportunities will only be limited by your ambition!
Our Culture
Not only are our products fun, so is our organization! We are visionaries with a growth mindset, built on trust, integrity, and collaboration. Our culture is unmatched, described by our employees as transparent, flexible, inclusive, and team oriented. Other words we’ve heard used to describe us are empowering, nurturing, relaxed, and high performing. Our goal is for every employee to feel empowered, valued, and part of the good2grow family. Our organization is dedicated to leveraging technology to make our work more efficient and to keep our remote workforce connected. We place value on not only maintaining work-life balance, but also enhancing it by encouraging a culture that understands the importance of each individual’s unique circumstances. We are an industrious organization with a penchant for fun!
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Anguleris is a global construction technology company that helps architects and other building professionals work together seamlessly with building product manufacturers. Anguleris is the creator of globally-recognized BIMsmith® and Swatchbox® platforms.
Swatchbox, an Anguleris brand, is a dynamic and innovative tech company at the forefront of revolutionizing the way architects and designers experience materials. Our cutting-edge e-commerce and logistics platforms are disrupting the construction industry and creating exciting growth opportunities. We’re seeking a driven, hands-on Marketing Manager to help execute our marketing efforts and harness the untapped potential of the Swatchbox vision.
Role Summary:
Are you a driven, multi-talented marketer ready to take on an exciting challenge? Anguleris is looking for a Marketing Manager to join the dynamic Swatchbox team and play a pivotal role in accelerating our growth journey. If you’re a self-starter with a for love creating and executing marketing strategy and campaigns from start to finish, this role is for you.
Key Responsibilities:
Brand Building: Elevate the Swatchbox brand by crafting a compelling brand narrative and implementing strategies to enhance brand recognition and equity.
Product Marketing: Collaborate closely with product teams to drive successful product launches and ensure our solutions meet customer needs.
Demand Generation: Develop and implement demand generation campaigns across various channels to drive qualified leads and conversions.
Content Strategy: Create engaging and insightful content that educates, informs, and entertains our target audience.
Data-Driven Insights: Leverage data analytics to make informed decisions, measure campaign effectiveness, and optimize marketing initiatives for maximum ROI.
Budget Management: Manage campaign budget efficiently, ensuring resources are allocated for maximum impact.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Business, or a related field
- Graphic design experience a plus
- Proven track record of at least 3+ years in marketing roles, preferably in the tech industry.
- Exceptional strategic thinking and problem-solving skills.
- Proven application of digital marketing, SEO, SEM, social media, and analytics.
- Ability to lead, inspire, and develop a high-performing team.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Creative thinking and a passion for innovation.
- Demonstrated success in driving growth and revenue through marketing initiatives.
- Experience in working with cross-functional teams and collaborating effectively with other departments.
Why Swatchbox:
- Be part of a visionary team that is reshaping an entire industry.
- Exciting growth prospects and opportunities for career advancement.
- Collaborative and inclusive company culture.
- Competitive compensation package
- Comprehensive benefits, including health and retirement plans.
- Fun and dynamic work environment with regular team events.
Join us in transforming the architecture and design industry and make your mark at Swatchbox! If you’re ready to seize this incredible opportunity and drive our marketing efforts to new heights, apply now
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MOTIVATED…..make IT happen!
Sentinel Technologies, Inc. has been rated a top workplace every year since 2012!
About Us:
Sentinel delivers solutions that can efficiently address a range of IT needs – from security, to communications, to systems & networks, to software applications, to cloud and managed services; all of which include our staffing solutions for our clients. Since 1982, Sentinel has grown from providing technology maintenance services to our current standing as one of the leading IT services and solutions provider in the US. We have aligned with many of today’s global technology leaders including Cisco, Dell, VMware and Microsoft. Sentinel services customers both nationally and internationally with primary support operating centers in Downers Grove (HQ), Chicago, and Springfield, IL; Phoenix, AZ.; Detroit, Lansing, and Grand Rapids, MI; Milwaukee, WI; Denver, CO; and Fort Lauderdale, FL.
If you are MOTIVATED… you can make IT happen at Sentinel. Our commitment to our employees is to create a work environment that encourages creativity, an entrepreneurial spirit, fosters growth through certification and hands-on training, and values a team-oriented culture with rewards based on impact!
If you share our passion about what technology can do and want to be part of a top workplace environment – we’d like to have you join our team. Learn more at www.sentinel.com/careers.
As part of Sentinel’s employment process, candidates will be required to complete a background check. Only those who meet the minimum requirements will be contacted. No phone calls please.
Sentinel is proud to be an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer committed to a diverse and inclusive work environment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, marital status, genetics, disability, pregnancy, veteran status or any other basis protected by law.
If you are an individual with a disability and need assistance in applying for a position, please contact SentinelHR1@sentinel.com.
Sentinel is seeking an experienced Microsoft Product Manager to join our award winning and industry recognized team. As a strategic and trusted product advisor with Sentinel, you will be responsible for hearing the clients voice and aiding them in their digital transformation via the use of Microsoft product at the enterprise level. These products and services would include Microsoft Azure cloud services, access and identity management, security and their ability to be woven together. With a command of the Microsoft catalog and actively gathered input of the client, you will help expand, strengthen, and secure enterprise environments taking the clients business to levels they didn’t know they could reach. This position can be remote but must be able to provide onsite support at our office in Downers Grove, IL as needed.
- Subject Matter Expert in Microsoft Cloud services (public and private), Identity and Access Management (IAM), Security and more.
- Proven success within Microsoft-based enterprise level solution deployments
- Drive customer centric technical discussions to learn of needs and ultimately create a scalable, highly available system meeting those needs.
- Identify, drive and evangelize latest technology and industry trends, development patterns and software methodologies
- Experience establishing yourself as an SME and trusted consultant with Management and C-Suite
- Excellent communication skills to include written and verbal with all levels within an organization
- Microsoft certifications preferred
- The candidate must have a car, as this position requires travel between location and the transportation of equipment
- A valid driver’s license and proof of vehicle insurance will be required
- Legally authorized to work in the US without sponsorship
- Must demonstrate a “can-do” attitude
We focus on candidates that display our “ACE” factor – Attitude, Compassion, and Enthusiasm to deliver quality solutions with exceptional customer service.
What you get:
We offer an energetic work environment with many corporate culture amenities, competitive salary, and rich benefit plan including: Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K, 529, Life Insurance, Income Protection Short and Long-Term Disability, Medical and Child/Elder Care, Flexible Spending Account Plans, Employee Assistance Program, Two weeks vacation, additional paid time-off for Personal and Sick, certification and hands-on training, and discounts for local event entertainment and health clubs.
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Join the Party at WickedBall Chicago: Where Social Media Meets Epic Events!
*Please be sure to read the full description before applying!
- Hello, dynamic go-getters! Are you a digital expert with a flair for creating buzzworthy content? Ever imagined a workspace where creativity, fun, and strategy collide? Your dream gig is right here at WickedBall Chicago.
Discover WickedBall: We’re the game-changers in indoor entertainment. Dive into the world of Bubble Soccer, Archery Tag, Nerf Battles, Laser Tag, and Dodgeball. As we gear up for even more exhilarating escapades, we’re on the lookout for a vibrant individual who’s ready to juggle the fun and the functional.
Your Role in the Spotlight:
- Digital Dynamo: Craft captivating daily posts, from hilarious memes to engaging stories. Be the maestro of our digital realm, orchestrating content that resonates and captivates.
- Communication Connoisseur: Handle incoming calls, manage leads, and weave your magic to foster fresh relationships. Here, cold calls turn into warm conversations.
- Sales and Strategy Sensation: Collaborate with our stellar team to set and smash targets, conjure groundbreaking marketing strategies, and elevate the WickedBall brand to celestial heights.
- Event Maestro: Ensure every WickedBall event is not just an event, but an experience. One that has everyone raving.
Job Description – Social Media and Events Manager
Objective
The Social Media and Events Manager is responsible for driving revenue through effective management of social media platforms and event coordination. This role focuses on content creation, customer engagement, and event planning to meet and exceed company objectives.
Key Responsibilities
Social Media (50-75% of time)
- Develop and execute a social media strategy across platforms like Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, and YouTube.
- Create daily content including posts, reels, stories, and videos.
- Engage with customers by responding to comments and messages.
- Analyze performance metrics and adjust strategies as needed.
- Coordinate with marketing for promotional campaigns and sales initiatives.
Event Management (25-50% of time)
- Plan, schedule, and coordinate both in-house and mobile events.
- Handle reservations, deposits, and invoicing.
- Manage event staff and liaise with assistant managers for smooth operations.
- Respond to inquiries via calls, emails, and text messages.
- Maintain a CRM system for customer and event tracking.
General
- Collaborate with upper management for strategic planning.
- Prepare daily, weekly, and monthly reports on sales and social media metrics.
- Foster a positive work environment and team culture.
- Maintain positive brand reputation for the company.
- Maintain store cleanliness, and equipment management.
- Manage store inventories and procurement for supplies
- Participate in ongoing self-development and training.
- May require travel and weekend work.
Qualifications
- Proven experience in social media management and event planning.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office and Adobe Suite.
- Ability to multitask and manage time effectively.
- Must have reliable transportation.
Performance Metrics
- Follow up on all incoming leads daily in a timely fashion.
- Respond to customer comments and messages.
- Increase customer engagement on social media.
- Daily social media posts across all platforms.
- Meet or exceed monthly and quarterly revenue goals.
- Maintain a minimum of 2x ROI on investment in you.
Perks of Being a WickedBaller:
- Rewarding Remuneration: A competitive base salary with the cherry on top – uncapped commissions and bonuses from your stellar events and Social Media post! Get paid for every event you create and close!
- Sky’s the Limit: Show us your prowess, and you might just be the next big thing leading our vibrant crew.
- All Work and All Play: Team outings, a relaxed work vibe, and an environment that celebrates every day. This isn’t just a job; it’s a way of life.
Are You the WickedBaller We’re Searching For?:
- Bursting with energy, ambition, and a vision for a thrilling career.
- A digital expert, adept at creating and editing content that’s not just seen but shared.
- A knack for sales and events or an eager beaver ready to dive in and learn.
- Flexible for some weekend action because the fun never stops.
- Physically fit to move around (those Bubble Soccer balls aren’t feather-light!) and possessing a clean driving record.
- Not just looking for a job, but a thrilling adventure.
If you’re itching to leap into an exhilarating journey straight out of college, to make waves and have an absolute blast doing it, WickedBall Chicago is your arena. Take your best shot and connect with us!
Do you have a portfolio of work ? Let us know!
If you do not have experience with creating good social media content, interested in working hands on in our facility with events, or comfortable making sales calls for the events, then this is NOT the job for you. This is NOT your typical 9-5 🙂
Job Type: Full-time
Salary: $35,000.00 + Commissions, Bonuses and tips! ( Additional $15,000-$30,000/year)
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
- Paid time off
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
- On call
- Weekends as needed
Supplemental pay types:
- Bonus opportunities
- Commission pay
- Tips
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Lombard, IL: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)
Application Question(s):
- What attracted you to this position?
- This position is measured by its performance, is that something your comfortable with? We do have financial goals to hit each month.
- Why do you think you’re the best fit for the job?
- Is your availability open? This is a very hands on position because of our events.
- Do you have any links to your work?
Willingness to travel:
- 25% (Required)
Work Location: In person
WickedBallChicago
Job description
Position: Sales and Events Manager
Company: WickedBall Chicago
WickedBall Chicago invites vibrant and visionary individuals to join us as our Sales and Event Engagement Director. Our one-of-a-kind indoor entertainment center and mobile event service offer an exciting and fulfilling work environment like no other.
With an array of thrilling activities including Bubble Soccer, Archery Tag, Nerf Battles, Laser Tag, and Dodgeball, you’ll be part of an evolving industry that promises growth and constant innovation. Our unique culture offers an energetic and dynamic atmosphere, bolstered by regular team outings and a truly relaxed work environment.
We’re not just looking for an employee, we’re searching for a trailblazer who can assist us in taking the WickedBall experience to new heights. Your role will be integral to our planned expansion, backed by our impressive history of customer satisfaction and 8 years of industry leadership.
Sales and Events Manager – Job Description
Primary Objectives:
Increase company revenue by increasing reservations and events.
Markets, sells, and builds relationships as client concierge for private events, corporate events, and other packages for WickedBall
Launch promotional days to further increase revenue.
Generate revenue through event marketing initiatives.
Develop and implement strategies to meet sales goals in alignment with overall company objectives.
Analyze the long-term needs of the company’s sales strategy and offer reports to management teams to drive necessary changes to the digital marketing plan.
Foster self-development and personal growth as an employee.
Establish strategic partnerships.
Provide daily and weekly reports on goals and progress to CEO.
Essential Job Responsibilities:
Sales and Client Management: Respond to sales inquiries promptly, track all leads, meet or exceed sales goals, verify all customer-provided information, provide professional and courteous service to clients, customers, and other employees.
Event Planning and Scheduling: Plan and schedule events at store and mobile locations, work with managers and employees to coordinate events and schedule staff for these events, provide oversight and direction to managers with details about the upcoming events.
Marketing Initiatives: Maintain and manage positive brand reputation. Collaborate on market research, follow up cold calls with emails, develop a group sales contact list, utilize email marketing software to create targeted campaigns, reach out to media outlets for brand awareness, provide daily and weekly reports on accomplishments to the CEO. Verifies accuracy of all information provided by customers including event details, payment verification, and other details
4. Operational Tasks: Maintain financial stewardship of labor cost and operating expenses, manage and maintain account reports, input events into the marketing spreadsheet, reservation calendar, send confirmation emails, take deposits for events, respond to all incoming leads from marketing campaigns promptly. Manage facility and operations with managers. Ensure equipment is up to standards and in good condition. Maintain store cleanliness. Manage store inventories and procurement for supplies. Performs other duties as assigned.
Teamwork and Collaboration: Foster a spirit of teamwork and unity among department members, consciously create a workplace culture that is consistent with the overall organization’s mission, vision, guiding principles, and values.
Compensation and Benefits:
At WickedBall, we believe in rewarding our employees for their hard work and dedication. You will receive a competitive base salary, along with an uncapped commission scheme that will allow you to significantly boost your earnings based on your performance. Get commission for each event you sell and close!
We offer the possibility of earning quarterly sales bonuses and believe in the importance of recognizing and rewarding success.
What We Are Looking For:
You are a proactive individual with an entrepreneurial spirit and a strong desire to excel. You’re confident, personable, and competitive with a robust work ethic and a keen eye for opportunity. You should have a knack for networking and an ability to think on your feet.
Experience in sales and events management is crucial, as is a willingness to take on diverse responsibilities. Your exceptional communication skills and meticulous attention to detail will allow you to provide an excellent customer experience and ensure the seamless operation of our events.
Having a good driving record and the ability to lift at least 50 lbs is important for the mobile events aspect of the job. You should also be comfortable working on weekends and during peak business periods, in order to align with the nature of our industry.
If you’re ready for an opportunity that will both challenge and reward you, an opportunity that offers fun and fulfilling work in a truly unique industry, WickedBall Chicago is ready for you. We can’t wait to hear from you!
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Salary: $35,000.00 -$40,000 + Additional Commissions , bonuses, tips! ( Minimum commissions $20,000-$30,000 additional per year! ) No caps on earnings!
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Employee discount
- Flexible schedule
- Paid time off
Compensation package:
- Bonus opportunities
- Commission pay
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
- Weekends as needed
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Lombard, IL: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)
Application Question(s):
- What attracted you to this position?
- Have you managed a team before? Give an example
- Is your availability open? This is a very hands on position.
- This position is measured by its performance, is that something your comfortable with? We do have financial goals to hit each month.
- Why do you think you’re the best fit for the job?
Experience:
- Sales: 1 year (Required)
Willingness to travel:
- 25% (Required)
Work Location: In person
WickedBallChicago
The Assistant General Manager – Entertainment will interact continuously with clients, promoters, artist’s agent and artist’s managers in efforts to solidify profitable event business for the Wintrust Arena & Arie Crown Theater. Assist in coordination of all aspects of the booking process. Develop and coordinate all special projects and events associated with the arena and theater.
This role will pay a salary of $175,000 to $200,000.
For FT roles: Benefits: Health, Dental and Vision insurance, 401(k) savings plan, 401(k) matching, and paid time off (vacation days, sick days, and 11 holidays).
· Develops new sporting, concert, family, comedy, religious, and/or theatrical programming
· Monitors and maintains the booking calendar for all entertainment spaces. Maximizes ticket sales for all events using all assets available. Must have excellent communication with marketing, box office and booking staff
· Works directly with promoters in preparation of cost estimates, contract negotiations, oversight of event management, event settlement
· Obtains full understanding of venue deal points and agreements (to include tracing of contract, deposits and insurance)
· Promote the facilities to all potential clients; conducts facility tours; answers questions and provides information regarding facility services, technical capabilities, policies and procedures; assists clients in finalizing booking arrangements
· Proactively reach out to promoters including in person meetings
· Annually produces collateral such as marketing plan, year-end recap, year-end video and client parties, etc. Prepares statistics, reports and budget presentations for top management.
· Assists the General Manager in the development and administration of the facility’s operating and capital budgets; works directly with the department directors in developing departmental operating budgets and revenue projections
· Supervises marketing plans for ticketed events to include all available services: group sales, public relations, media placement, direct mail, promotional development, non-profit opportunities, etc.
· Develops new high-priority special events to grow venue attendance and revenue
· Establishes and maintains relationships with media, industry influencers and key community and strategic partners
· Works in conjunction with building marketing, event services, operations, and food & beverage staff in the planning and execution of special events
· Remains current on national trends in the industry and local market changes that affect the facility.
· Conducts special studies or research as assigned by the General Manager
· Maintains, at all times, high standards, positive attitude, and professional appearance
· Coordinates with other departments in the day-to-day management of their various disciplines; reviews and evaluates processes and results; identifies and resolves deficiencies and challenges
· Works extended and/or irregular hours including nights, weekends and holidays as needed
· Performs other job-related duties as assigned.
- · Bachelor’s degree preferred.
- Minimum of 10+ years of experience in event development within a concert, arena or sports venue.
- · Excellent written and verbal skills including strong proof-reading.
- · Excellent communication and interpersonal skills and organizational ability.
- · Ability to work with and maintain highly confidential information is required.
- · Ability to work simultaneously with a broad variety of vested interest groups and to foster a cooperative environment.
- · Ability to anticipate problems and implement immediate corrective action.
- · Ability to perform effectively under significant pressure typically associated with meeting the demands and timetables of the entertainment industry.
- · Considerable knowledge of event solicitation and presentation, public relations, advertising and media relations and event planning.
- · Strong orientation towards hospitality/customer service for the meeting, convention and entertainment industry.
- · Prior experience in contract negotiation.
- · Ability to plan, coordinate and direct varied and complex administrative operations.
- · Ability to work flexible hours, including nights, weekends, and holidays in addition to normal business hour as needed.
- · Must have professional attitude and appearance.
- · Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint.
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