Senior Manager, Golf Events

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in California.

📋 Description

• Lead the operational planning, execution, and delivery of all tournament operations related to the Sony Championship.

• Create and implement the tournament operations plan from the initial planning phase to the completion of the event.

• Develop and maintain operational timelines and project plans.

• Supervise venue infrastructure, encompassing tents, structures, utilities, fencing, flooring, signage, décor, and temporary facilities.

• Direct site planning and venue logistics.

• Manage the schedules for tournament build and teardown.

• Oversee the recruitment, organization, and training of volunteers.

• Ensure operational readiness across all functional areas.

• Source, negotiate, and manage operational vendors and contractors.

• Develop scopes of work and monitor the performance of vendors.

• Handle procurement and equipment rentals.

• Ensure that vendors comply with contractual obligations, safety standards, and event requirements.

• Act as the primary operational liaison with the host venue.

• Coordinate course setup requirements in collaboration with tournament officials.

• Manage compound locations, parking plans, transportation routes, and back-of-house operations.

• Coordinate utilities, power, water, internet, and communications infrastructure.

• Develop and manage the tournament operations budget.

• Monitor expenditures and identify cost efficiencies.

• Process purchase orders and invoices.

• Assist with financial forecasting and reconciliation.

• Report directly to the Tournament Director.

• Enhance event prestige, profile, and sustainable brand equity.

• Provide thought leadership across events and geographical regions.

• Foster innovation and change within a traditional sport.

⛳️ Requirements

• A Bachelor's Degree in a related field is required.

• 8+ years of experience in events, hospitality, and/or sponsorship services.

• Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.

• Attention to detail with the ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.

• Capability to produce high-quality work.

• Willingness to travel and work during non-traditional hours and weekends.

• Ability to travel as required.

• Proven effectiveness in both independent and team environments.

• Proficiency in Word, Excel, and PowerPoint is essential.

• Experience with design programs is a plus.

🏝️ Benefits

• Short- and long-term incentives, as applicable.

• Opportunities for growth and development.

• Health care benefits.

• Retirement plans.

• Vacation time.

• Other paid time off.

• Additional benefits offerings.

• Reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities in accordance with the ADA and applicable state or local laws.