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Role Overview
Fanatics is seeking a detail-oriented and relationship-driven Athlete Relations Associate, Operations to support the planning and execution of athlete memorabilia signings and events.
This position necessitates an individual who is highly motivated, well-organized, and able to multitask and solve complex problems under pressure. This position will support the Athlete Relations department at Fanatics Authentic and serve as a key cog in the entire operation of the team. This individual will ensure procedures run smoothly before and after autograph signings and all related events – including but not limited to NFL, MLB, NHL, NBA, WWE, all related active and retired professional athletes, and agents. This individual must be able to work cohesively with other business units within Fanatics and maintain a flexible schedule. For this role, it is essential that the individual is able to work at our Miramar facility Monday through Friday.
How You Will Make An Impact
Will work as a member of the Operations staff on the Athlete Relations team to lend support and help coordinate and execute thousands of athlete signings per year. This will include:
Where You’ll Work And What’s Required
Fanatics is seeking a detail-oriented and relationship-driven Athlete Relations Associate, Operations to support the planning and execution of athlete memorabilia signings and events.
This position necessitates an individual who is highly motivated, well-organized, and able to multitask and solve complex problems under pressure. This position will support the Athlete Relations department at Fanatics Authentic and serve as a key cog in the entire operation of the team. This individual will ensure procedures run smoothly before and after autograph signings and all related events – including but not limited to NFL, MLB, NHL, NBA, WWE, all related active and retired professional athletes, and agents. This individual must be able to work cohesively with other business units within Fanatics and maintain a flexible schedule. For this role, it is essential that the individual is able to work at our Miramar facility Monday through Friday.
How You Will Make An Impact
Will work as a member of the Operations staff on the Athlete Relations team to lend support and help coordinate and execute thousands of athlete signings per year. This will include:
- Creating supply packages for athlete signings
- Coordinate shipments to signings taking place in the United States and internationally
- Track shipments and provide information to Athlete Relations staff in real time
- Troubleshoot issues with UPS and other shipping partners
- Assist with purchase orders and inventory transfers
- Maintain consistent communication with Fanatics Authentic warehouse staff
- Assist with product procurement from third party vendors
- Assist on special athlete projects
- Collect and organize supplies and product upon return to Miramar facility
- Other duties as needed or required
- Bachelor’s Degree preferred
- Basic accounting skills required.
- Proficient with Microsoft Applications (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
- Sports knowledge is a plus
- Memorabilia/Collectibles knowledge is a plus
- Superior communication skills on various levels
Where You’ll Work And What’s Required
- This position requires you to be on-site at our Miramar office five days per week.
- Culture: Join a team where you're surrounded by top-tier talent, driven by a shared passion to relentlessly enhance the fan experience. With a focus on collaboration, support, and continuous development, you’ll be empowered to help shape our culture that celebrates both individual and team successes.
- Benefits: We provide a wide range of health, financial, legal, and development assistance, including wellness programs with fitness and weight management partners, paid maternity paternity leave, and infertility treatment. Additionally, we offer flexible time off to help you recharge, along with a competitive 401k plan to support your financial future. At Fanatics, we’re dedicated to supporting you in all aspects of work and life.