Charlotte Checkers

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Merchandise Coordinator - Charlotte Checkers (Charlotte · NC)

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Retail/Licensing: Retail Merchandising
The Charlotte Checkers are seeking an experienced merchandise coordinator. This person will be responsible for ordering and maintaining a diverse merchandise line for in-game sales and for building a robust online merchandise store. 
 
This person will be a team player that is also proactive in terms of finding ways to deliver a great experience for fans and in terms of finding new ways to generate revenue. 
 
 
Responsibilities
 
  • Research a wide range of vendors to determine best options and order merchandise prior to and during the season as needed
  • Carefully track and manage inventory throughout the season
  • Work with creative staff on concept development and design
  • Work with ticket sales staff on items for promotional packages
  • Build and manage online inventory, handling shipping requests in a timely manner
  • Manage merchandise stand and staff for all game nights and special events
  • Manage donation inventory/requests
  • Understand and utilize (to the extent that it is beneficial) league licensees
  • Manage the ordering and coordination of specialty jerseys/replicas
 
 
Requirements
 
  • At least 1-2 years experience managing merchandise ordering and inventory, preferably in a sports environment
  • At least 1-2 years experience managing customer-facing staff
  • Ability to work collaboratively with various departments
  • Knowledge of e-commerce and shipping
  • Excellent organizational skills, both in terms of digital inventory and physical space
  • Friendly, customer-facing attitude
  • Ability to manage and store bulky deliveries
  • Ability to work all Checkers home games (nights and weekends)
  • Previous vendor contacts/industry knowledge a plus
  • Knowledge and passion for hockey a plus

Job Questions:

  1. Do you currently live in Charlotte or the immediate surrounding area?

  2. Do you have applicable retail experience? Please describe briefly.