Event Operations Director - Luxury Sports Travel Industry

On Point Events; Houston (TX); Hybrid; USD 58,500 - 71,500; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

10 vacation days

5 sick days

8 national holidays

Job summary

A luxury sports travel company is seeking an Event Operations Director based in Houston, Texas. The role involves managing large travel programs, coordinating with vendors, and ensuring client satisfaction. Candidates must be organized, detail-oriented, and able to travel extensively. Competitive compensation of $65,000+ is offered along with bonuses and generous benefits including vacation days and additional time off for weekend work.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years related working experience in a similar role.
• Must have a current US passport for travel.
• Ability to operate in fast paced environments.

Responsibilities

• Plan and manage large sports travel programs.
• Negotiate contracts and competitive rates with vendors.
• Serve as on-site coordinator during events.

Skills

Highly organized

Detail oriented

Client-facing skills

Self-confident

Ability to manage multiple projects

Energy and drive

Strong technical skills: MS-Dynamics, MS-Excel, MS-PowerPoint, MS-Outlook, MS-Word

Education

Bachelor's degree preferred

Tools

MS-Dynamics

MS-Excel

MS-PowerPoint

MS-Outlook

MS-Word

Job description

Event Operations Director - Luxury Sports Travel Industry

Location: Houston, Texas (Candidates MUST currently reside in the Greater Houston area)

Role: Full-Time

Compensation: $65,000 and up based on experience + performance bonus

Contact: Jennifer [e-mail]

On-Line Assessment: To be considered for the job you MUST complete our on-line Assessment: https://assessment.predictiveindex.com/bo/CJ24/SeniorTravelDirector_Jul2025_223652

On Point Events is a luxury sports travel company providing travel packages and experiences at iconic sporting events worldwide.

The Event Operations Director is responsible for planning, managing and executing large sports travel programs from conception to completion, ensuring a seamless experience for our clients.

Responsibilities

• Planning:
  
  
  
  • Research and source hotels, transportation providers and venues
  
  
  • Negotiate contracts and competitive rates with vendors
  
  
  • Identify where to dine, unique things to do and see in the cities where the events are located
  
  
  • Discover additional day trips clients can experience near the events
  
  
  
  


• Managing:
  
  
  
  • Manage all operations, event logistics, budgets and profitability for our sports travel programs
  
  
  • Recruit and manage on-site, contract support staff
  
  
  • Develop customized travel itineraries for each client
  
  
  • Manage vendors and clients
  
  
  • Monitor web presence and update all marketing materials
  
  
  
  


• Executing:
  
  
  
  • Serve as on-site / on-call coordinator (face of the company) for each event, supporting both clients and vendors
  
  
  • Manage all aspects of the clients' travel experience
  
  
  • Work directly with hotels, vendors, clients and on-site staff to ensure smooth execution of all program elements
  
  
  • Maintain up-to-the-minute knowledge of event schedules and potential changes
  
  
  • Problem solve any issues as they arise in real time
  
  
  
  

Qualifications

• HIGHLY organized and VERY detail oriented – This is a MUST!


• Able and willing to travel to events domestically and internationally and stay for extended periods of time (occasionally up to 1 month) as needed for certain events. A current US passport is required


• Minimum of 5 years related working experience (example - Destination Management Company or similar) and proven B2C client-facing skills are required.


• Self-confident and able to take control of a situation and take action to resolve quickly


• Ability to operate in fast paced environments with a lot of moving parts


• Ability to manage multiple projects at one time in an organized manner


• Track record of working 100% from home (and enjoy it)


• Have the energy and drive to work long hours, when necessary, to reach event deadlines


• Strong technical skills: MS-Dynamics (CRM), MS-Excel, MS-PowerPoint, MS-Outlook, MS-Word


• Bachelor's degree preferred

Benefits

• Houston-based position where most work is performed from your home office


• Monthly in person team get together and 1-on-1 lunches with team members required


• Full-time position


• Compensation $65,000 and up based upon experience + performance bonus


• Paid: 10 vacation days, 5 sick days and 8 national holidays


• Additional paid time off for working weekends/extended durations during program delivery

Seniority level

• Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Management and Manufacturing

Industries

• Events Services and Spectator Sports