Head of Fan Merchandise & Consumer Goods

Gondola; Florida; Hybrid; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision benefits

Paid time off

Job summary

Sarasota Paradise in Sarasota, FL is seeking a Manager, Merchandise & Consumer Goods to drive revenue across retail, e-commerce, matchday sales and collaborations. You will lead product ideation, sourcing, inventory, pricing, and the customer experience for online and physical stores.

You will oversee the team store, develop the product roadmap, manage game-day operations, and pursue partnerships with designers, vendors and sponsors.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of proven experience in retail, merchandise management, consumer goods, or a similar role.
• Experience managing retail operations online and brick-and-mortar.
• Strong leadership and organizational skills.
• Passion for sports and fan engagement.
• Experience with e-commerce platforms preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute a merchandise strategy aligned with the club's brand and revenue goals.
• Oversee procurement, ordering, and inventory management to optimize stock levels.
• Collaborate with designers and manufacturers for high-quality products.
• Establish pricing strategies to maximize profitability.
• Oversee team store operations online and in-store, including staffing.
• Lead game-day merchandise sales and staff training.
• Manage online store, product launches, and promotions.
• Identify and negotiate partnerships with brands, designers, and suppliers.
• Set revenue targets and analyze sales data to optimize margins.

Skills

Retail management

Merchandise management

Team leadership

Budgeting and pricing

E-commerce operations

Tools

Shopify

POS systems

Inventory management software

Job description

Sarasota Paradise in Sarasota, FL is seeking a Manager, Merchandise & Consumer Goods to drive revenue across retail, e-commerce, matchday sales and collaborations. You will lead product ideation, sourcing, inventory, pricing, and the customer experience for online and physical stores.

You will oversee the team store, develop the product roadmap, manage game-day operations, and pursue partnerships with designers, vendors and sponsors.