Assistant Warehouse Manager | Full-Time | University of Kansas Athletics

Oak View Group

Oak View Group is the global leader in venue development, management, and premium hospitality services for the live event industry. Offering an unmatched, 360-degree solution set for a collection of world-class owned venues and a client roster that includes the most influential, highest attended arenas, convention centers, music festivals, performing arts centers, and cultural institutions on the planet.

Position Summary

The  Assistant Warehouse Manager is responsible for assisting in the effective management and running of venue distribution/warehouse operations including inventory, receiving, purchasing, ordering, lay-ins, purchase order tracking, clean-up, transfers and equipment maintenance. The Assistant Warehouse Manager must provide a high level of event oversight, technical proficiency and operational/personnel support to ensure the smooth running of (or preparation for) any assigned event. The Assistant Warehouse Manager will actively supervise, coach, counsel, direct, train and mentor employees in meeting company quality standards, and will independently initiate and authorize all employment actions such as hiring, termination, suspension, discipline, promotion and transfer. The Warehouse Manager will actively and independently manage all aspects of employee relations to ensure a positive, harmonious, compliant and cooperative work environment.

  

This is a key position for the effective and profitable operation of the business. The employee must maintain excellent attendance and be available to work at a variable event-driven schedule which includes evenings and weekends. Open availability, professional presentation, outstanding interpersonal skills, self-direction and strong management, and independent decision-making skills are required. 

 

This role pays an hourly rate of $24.00 - $26.00

 

Benefits for Full-Time roles: Health, Dental and Vision Insurance, 401(k) Savings Plan, 401(k) matching, and Paid Time Off (vacation days, sick days, and 11 holidays).

 

This position will remain open until November 7, 2025. 

About the Venue

Allen Fieldhouse, located at the University of Kansas, is one of the most iconic and storied basketball arenas in the country. Known for its electric atmosphere and passionate fanbase, the venue hosts the Jayhawks' men’s and women’s basketball games. With its rich history and vibrant energy, Allen Fieldhouse is a central hub for unforgettable sports experiences. 

 

David Booth Memorial Stadium is home to the football team at the University of Kansas. This outdoor stadium provides a thrilling game-day experience, combining the excitement of college football with the passionate support of KU’s fan base. The venue is a key location for major football games and special events, offering a dynamic atmosphere for sports enthusiasts. 

Responsibilities

Responsibilities

• Responsible for product purchasing/ordering, receiving and distribution control for the venue.
• Ensure that established procedures for tracking purchase orders, requisitions, receiving dockets and perpetual inventor are maintained; report any deviation to General Manager.
• Maintain and manage sanitation and organizational systems of all warehouse storage areas.
• Willing and available to assist with Premium Services or Concessions event operations as directed by the GM. 
• Provide direction to part-time warehouse staff to ensure all established lay-ins are completed for each event, in addition to requisitioning during events, post-event break down, warehouse returns, equipment storage, sanitation and maintenance.
• Responsible for ensuring that purchase order system is adhered to for all orders received at each warehouse; verify proper specification, size, quantity, etc. of goods received; supervise proper labeling, dating and stocking of supplies.
• Oversee and ensure that appropriate stocking levels are met for each event; rotate and maintain integrity of product.
• Ensure proper transfer process of product between buildings, including follow-up documentation.
• Perform routine maintenance; responsible for concession and utility equipment cleaning and maintenance: portable equipment, burden carriers, carts, floors, refrigeration, lighting. Ensure manifested equipment is in location.
• Conduct walk through of the commissary, warehouse and storage areas after the completion of the day to ensure all areas are clean.
• Oversee daily operation as either opening or closing manager on duty.
• Assist Office Manager with daily/weekly/monthly sales and AR/AP when needed.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum 2-4 years warehouse/distribution experience.
• Min