Event Operations Manager
Do you want a career where you can make a difference, be in charge and have fun being creative? Ampa Events, an event design and production company, seeks a qualified candidate to oversee execution of events via the efficient management of equipment, people, warehouse operations and the overall management of Ampa’s creative inventory. If you enjoy organizing, directing, being in charge of processes, inventory and all the inputs that are needed to exceed client expectation, while working for a unique event company that has been in business for 28 years, this may be the career for you.

Responsibilities:
* Overall maintenance of a 30,000 sq ft warehouse
* Acts independently and can take charge
* Executes events
* Ensures all logistic requirements are carried out according to information provided from the sales team & CRM
* Scheduling of personnel for each event & day to day operations
* Manages complaints and queries with professionalism and integrity
* Operates efficiently with a focus on maximizing productivity, trains team for efficiency, maintains and tracks efficiency goals vs budgeting
* Consistently manages a positive and safe environment
* Assists with maintenance and cataloguing inventory both physically and digitally
* Participates in the onboarding of new employees
* Leads and acts as an installer on production teams, as needed
* Works in a flexible work week, including nights, weekends, holidays, as needed

Requirements:
* College degree
* Must be able to relocate to Richmond, VA
* Previous leadership role
* Detail oriented
* Problem solver & decision maker
* Ability to meet deadlines and manage budgets
* Ability to drive a box truck
* Carpentry skills preferred
* Has superior customer service and communication skills
* Is adaptable
* Physical Requirements: must be ability to lift and work with 50-75 lbs independently

Salary: $50,000 - $70,000

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $50,000.00 - $70,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Health insurance
• Paid time off

Schedule:

• Nights as needed
• Weekends as needed

Experience:

• warehouse management: 5 years (Preferred)

Ability to Relocate:

• Henrico, VA 23228: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person