Area Manager - Audio Visual, Event Technology - Southeast Miami / Ft. Lauderdale

Description

Area Manager

Company Overview

Pinnacle Live is a premium, in-house AV partner. We elevate live event expectations for people and venues who demand better. With an expert balance of big-picture problem-solving and boots-on-the-ground execution, we deliver bespoke AV solutions for in-person, virtual, and hybrid meetings and live events. The most impressive, impactful meeting and events all have the same common denominator : dedicated, determined people working behind-the-scenes to make it happen. We're looking for those people. Pinnacle Live is a Collaborative Crusader. We empower you to tackle tough challengestodeliver unforgettable hospitality and live event experiences.

Job Summary

The Area Manager is responsible for the successful overall management of the client relationship and venue operations, and profitability at the venue locations in their assigned area of responsibility in accordance with all Company guidelines, standard operating procedures and quality initiatives.

Essential Functions

• Develop and maintain strong relationships with venue partners and provide leadership and oversight of venues in area of responsibility.
• Communicate company Operating and Administrative standards correctly and consistently.
• Ensure Company Operating and Administrative standards are being executed at the venue level according to Company standards.
• Ensure all field offices in their area are effectively managing their budget and personnel resources.
• Partner with each Venue Director & Venue Sales in their area to look for ways of increasing revenue streams through innovation and maximizing client capture rates.
• Partner with each Venue Director & Venue Enablement in their area to look for ways of controlling expenses effectively, including subrentals and labor.
• Develop and appraise team effectively, Create an environment of continual improvement through effective leadership.
• Create an environment of continual improvement through effective leadership.
• Cultivate an environment of continual improvement through effective leadership.
• Manage venue budget process with input from the Venue Directors; Reviews monthly, quarterly and annual P&L's of assigned venue and designated area to ensure maximum business capture Review bonus calculations and statements prior to distribution.
• Requests and / or approves additions to headcount, function as key hiring manager and decision maker for managerial positions within their assigned area.
• Coordinates property opening and closing activities with various departments as needed.
• Function as change management agent; provide support of policies, procedures and system changes in assigned area.
• Provides oversight of annual review process within assigned area, including performance assessment review (reviewing manager's assessment to make sure they are fair & objective), review for appropriate merit increase according to budget perimeters set my HR / Comp
• Take corrective action as necessary on a timely basis and in accordance with Company policy.
• Manages escalated performance or behavioral issues. Acts as on-site HR rep to conduct investigations in assigned area. Works with HR to determine appropriate course of action, including overseeing PIP process to ensure follow-up / assessment as promised in written plan.
• Communicates need for RIFs or contact loss / closure to HR. Work with HR through location closure.
• Other duties as assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities

Directs team of exempt and non-exempt personnel in accordance with company policies and applicable federal and state laws. Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, coaching, mentoring, directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints and resolving problems.

Education & Experience

Required Skills & Knowledge

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed herein are representative of the knowledge, skill, and / or ability required.

Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Travel Demands

Up to 40% required within the United States.

Benefits

Pinnacle Live is an E-verify and Equal Employment Opportunity Employer

Pinnacle Live is committed to welcoming, valuing, and supporting every person and their unique contributions. We are actively working to foster an environment where diversity, equity, inclusion, belonging, and mutual respect thrive. We recognize that diversity is intersectional, and that actively valuing diversity demands that we continually strive to establish a welcoming atmosphere for all.

Pinnacle Live welcomes, openly acknowledges, empowers, and celebrates the diversity of all our team members, clients, and partners, and affirms the identities and experiences of all our members. We strive to create an environment where we actively embrace all forms of diversity.