Seasonal Merchandise Associate - Indianapolis Speedway- Indy 500

Legends; Indianapolis (IN); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking enthusiastic Seasonal Merchandise Associates to enhance the fan experience at the iconic Indianapolis Speedway during the Indy 500. This role focuses on delivering exceptional customer service, engaging with guests, and ensuring that merchandise is presented attractively. Ideal candidates will be outgoing, enjoy teamwork, and have a passion for retail. With flexible hours and a supportive environment, this opportunity allows you to be part of thrilling events while building relationships with fans. Join a dynamic team and help create unforgettable moments at one of the world's most famous sporting venues!

Benefits

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

Paid Vacation

401k Plan

Qualifications

• Excellent customer service and selling skills are essential.
• Must be able to take constructive feedback and adapt.

Responsibilities

• Create a positive environment for fans and team members.
• Maintain inventory and assist in merchandising tasks.

Skills

Customer Service Skills

Sales Skills

Merchandising Skills

POS System Accuracy

Teamwork

Flexibility

Education

High School Graduate or GED

Job description

Seasonal Merchandise Associate - Indianapolis Speedway- Indy 500

Job Category: Retail

Requisition Number: MERCH014690

Posted: January 22, 2025

Location: Indy Speedway, Indianapolis Motor Speedway, 4790 W 16TH ST, INDIANAPOLIS, IN 46222, USA

Job Description

Our retail employees are responsible for creating the ultimate experience for the fan. Our number one priority is to provide fans with a legendary experience each time they enter the store. We strive to create an environment unlike any other sporting event worldwide. We go above and beyond to exceed their expectations in customer service, display of merchandise, and attention to detail. If you have a passion for retail, an outgoing personality, love to sell, enjoy working in teams and strive to create relationships with the fans, this is the place for you.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Provide an exciting, positive, and fun environment for our diverse team & fan base
• Greet guests & ascertain their interest, so you may make sales recommendations
• Excellent accuracy when using POS systems
• Demonstrate ownership in cleaning, re-stocking, & any other tasks assigned by supervisor
• Present merchandise to increase sale with add-on items
• Must be able to describe merchandise features, benefits, and explain use
• Keep current on promotions & sales in store: and events at the speedway
• Maintain inventory, merchandise placement, and accurate counts. Assist in inventory
• Continually increase knowledge of product, facility, and all events held at IMS
• Other duties as assigned by supervisor
• Must be able to read & implement plan-o-grams
• Assist the Gift Shop set-up team with the merchandising of event gift shops including plan-o-grams, merchandise placement, inventory control, cleaning of shops & fixtures
• Merchandising skills a plus

QUALIFICATIONS

• Honesty and integrity in all actions and language
• Must be able to take constructive feedback & make necessary changes
• Excellent customer service and selling skills
• Be willing to work extended hours on event days
• Must be able to work weekends & overtime as needed
• High school graduate, GED, or equivalent experience in comparable company
• Accuracy in open & close procedures
• Able to lift 50lbs and stand for long periods of time
• Innovative & self-starter, who can work independently and as part of a team
• 35-40+ hours weekly
• Be able to work outside in the elements
• Flexibility in Duties & responsibilities as needed in other areas
• Assist with Set-Up and Tear Down Assigned locations

Practice safe work habits, follow all safety policies and procedures and regulations, complete company-wide safety training and any additional job-specific safety training.

COMPENSATION

Competitive salary, commensurate with experience, and a generous benefits package that includes: medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, paid vacation, and 401k plan.

WORKING CONDITIONS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, talk, hear; use hands to finger, and handle controls. The employee frequently is required to reach with hands and arms. The employee is required to stand, walk, and stoop. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus.

Legends is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, or genetic information.