Administration/General Management: General Management/Profit & Loss
General Manager, AAA Affiliate of the Atlanta Braves - Gwinnett Braves (Lawrenceville, GA)
Position is responsible for the overall management of all aspects of the Gwinnett Braves ensuring the environment and fan/team experience aligns with the Atlanta Braves values and standards, including, but not limited to:
o Preparation and management of annual budgets including capital expenses
o Maintaining contractual obligations related to Gwinnett County Visitors and Convention Bureau, ensuring compliance of the stadium operating agreement and coordinating with future development partners
o Responsible for ensuring the development of corporate partnerships, identify growth and sales opportunities, including opportunities for diverse marketing initiatives
o Conceptualizing, developing and facilitating the implementation of programs related to the organization’s business goals and objectives
o Establish and maintain systems to measure programming success and identify growth opportunities as it relates to marketing changes
o Oversee and assist with negotiations on all advertising, promotional, special event, and ticket sales contracts
o Marketing, Advertising and Promoting the organization in the community by meeting with media and assist with planning campaigns and promotions
o Create and maintain a presence in the community through speaking engagements, attending social, business functions, and engaging relationships with key political and business leaders
o Managing direct reports including Assistant GM(s) and Office Manager
Core competencies/skills:
• Bachelors degree, in sports administration or business field
• 10 years of management experience in professional baseball, another professional sports or entertainment venue
• Prior experience successfully developing and implementing strategic marketing and sales plans including targeting diverse consumer markets
• Successful history of managing and motivating direct and indirect reports
• Excellent communication, interpersonal and customer service skills
• Ability to work effectively and independently with diverse groups of people, with all levels of employees
• Ability to represent company effectively in a variety of settings with diverse communities
• Proven track record of in depth community involvement
• Must be proficient in Microsoft Office Programs
• Position requires ability to work long hours, weekends, and holidays.
Qualified applicants should send their resume & salary requirements to lara.juras@braves.com
The Atlanta Braves are an Equal Opportunity Employer