Job description
PrimeEdge Sports Group is seeking a proactive and strategic Sports Operations Manager to lead day-to-day operations for our professional events in the New York market. The role collaborates with sponsorship, marketing, venue partners, and production teams to deliver first-class experiences for fans, athletes, and sponsors.
This full-time position offers a dynamic environment at the intersection of sport, business operations, and live events. You will drive operational excellence, ensure compliance, manage budgets, and scale our event portfolio.
Responsibility
- Oversee planning and execution of all on-site operations for professional events, including scheduling, staffing, and venue logistics.
- Lead cross-functional coordination with marketing, sponsorship, media, security, and production teams to ensure seamless event delivery.
- Manage vendor contracts, procurement, and inventory, ensuring cost efficiency and quality.
- Develop and monitor budgets, forecasts, and post-event analyses to inform future planning.
- Ensure compliance with league regulations, safety standards, and venue requirements.
- Lead risk assessment and crisis management planning; coordinate with emergency services as needed.
- Drive process improvements and adopt technology solutions to streamline operations and reporting.
- Mentor junior staff and contractors; cultivate a high-performance operations culture.
Qualification
- Bachelor’s degree in sports management, business, or a related field; advanced degree preferred.
- 5+ years of operations or event management experience within professional sports or large-scale events.
- Proven experience managing budgets, vendor relationships, and procurement processes.
- Strong analytical skills with ability to translate data into actionable insights.
- Excellent communication, negotiation, and leadership abilities; comfortable presenting to executives and partners.
- Ability to work irregular hours, including evenings, weekends, and travel as required.
- Familiarity with safety, security, and compliance standards relevant to professional sports venues.
- Proficiency with event management platforms, data analytics tools, and MS Office suite.