Stage Manager - Procurement

Seasonal Position
Busch Gardens is a place of thrills, fun and positive, lasting memories. And that's just what it's like to work here! As a key member of our team, you'll play a major role in bringing happiness and excitement to people from around the world. If you're dedicated, dependable and driven to deliver exceptional guest service, this is a place for you!

Seasonal Stage Manager of Procurement
What You Get To Do

Assist Entertainment Team with procurement

Assist with tracking and communication of procured items

Assist in development and execution of key documentation

Assist in reaching out to vendors for information and follow-up

Maintain Excel Spreadsheet for procurement tracking

Support Supervisors of Special Events, Stage Managers – Area and the Stage Manager - Safety as needed

Help with inventory & procurement of equipment, materials and supplies.

Help manage rental of equipment for Entertainment Department.

Responsible for developing and maintaining quality standards throughout all assigned tasks, special events and show positions

Responsible for assisting with Entertainment activities and special events in other facilities outside of the park as needed.

Submit daily/weekly reports to Managers detailing all show and event related activities and other pertinent information including procurement processes.

Cover for other Stage Managers/Technicians/other departments as needed on their days off, vacation, absences etc.

Work in a team environment and interact with guests and other ambassadors in a professional manner

Perform other duties as assigned

What It Takes To Succeed

Must be at least 18 years old

Must be able to obtain valid driver’s license and be able to meet Busch Gardens driving guidelines.

College Degree (preferred), theater or related field, equivalent experience in theater or entertainment related discipline

Display proficiency with MS Office: Word, Excel, PowerPoint.

SAP experience preferred

Seapass experience preferred

Must have excellent organizational, problem solving and planning skills with the ability to handle multiple projects and tasks simultaneously. Able to work under pressure and direct personnel under ambiguous or uncertain stressful conditions.

Possess excellent interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills successfully interacting in a positive manner with various guests, entertainers, leadership, technicians, outside contractors, entertainment and park staff, and personnel from other departments or corporate teams.

Must be able to recognize behavioral issues within the team that need to be addressed and handle them in an appropriate and timely manner.

Understand and enforce the use of proper safety protocols and safety systems, be able to properly inspect and document inspections and operation of safety sensitive equipment or procedures and enforce the consistent use of personal protective equipment.

Demonstrate strong communication skills, display respect for others, perform all duties with a positive attitude and demonstrate teamwork, professionalism, be willing to increase their personal development, and positively influence employees and vendors/contractors and display strong guest service skills.

Provide technical support and service for events or for other departmental needs and perform other functions as directed by management for the good of the Department and Park.

Adhere to and enforce all Park/Department policies and procedures

Communicate professionally and effectively with ambassadors and guest

What Else Is Important

Ability to lift/push/pull a minimum of 50 pounds several times throughout a scheduled shift.

Position engages in extensive walking and standing throughout entire work shift and climb/ascend heights (if needed)

Must be able to work indoors and outdoors, in varying Florida weather, to include extreme heat. Position will be exposed to fumes, dust, odors and cold/heat temperature extremes

Must be able to work in environment with atmospheric effects such as fog, smoke, haze, mist, bubble, snow and scents. There may also be lighting effects, such as strobe lights, bright, dark, elevated, or cramped conditions

Perform the following physical activities: kneeling, squatting, bend floor-to waist/waist-to-overhead, reach overhead, simple grasp and fine hand manipulation tasks (use of tools/keyboard/writing)

Perform all cleaning duties, including use of cleaning chemicals

Must be flexible in work locations and roles as placement will depend on business needs and career development opportunities

Work a flexible schedule/hours based on business need, to include opening, mid-, and closing shifts, nights, weekends, and holidays

Perks of the Position
Ambassadors will enjoy a fun, fast-paced environment, and great teammates, as well as:

FREE park admission

Discounts on park admission tickets and passes for family and friends

Park discounts on food, merchandise, etc.

Scholarship opportunities

Exclusive employee events and giveaways

EEO Employer
SEAWORLD PARKS & ENTERTAINMENT IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. ALL APPLICANTS WILL BE CONSIDERED WITHOUT REGARD TO AGE, RACE, COLOR, RELIGION, SEX, NATIONAL ORIGIN, SEXUAL ORIENTATION, PREGNANCY, GENDER IDENTITY OR EXPRESSION, DISABILITY OR COVERED VETERAN STATUS.

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