General Manager, FloGrappling

Flosports - Austin, TX

Full-time - Senior

Austin, TX

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About the position

FloSports is seeking a General Manager for its Grappling vertical to lead the strategic direction, programming, and financial goals of the division. This role involves collaborating with various departments to ensure operational execution aligns with the company's objectives, while also serving as the public face of the Grappling vertical. The GM will identify market opportunities, establish milestones for a multi-year vision, and drive revenue growth in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Develop and refine both near-term tactical and long-term strategic plans for the Grappling vertical.
• Guide day-to-day alignment and execution of cross-functional teams through subject matter expertise, communication, and process building.
• Lead the vertical programming strategy and support acquisition of key rights and assets.
• Serve as the internal and external front-facing leader and voice of the vertical.
• Collaborate with internal partners to develop and drive the vertical's product and brand strategy.
• Drive alignment and consistent collaboration across all key departments and functions to strengthen the value proposition.
• Manage the vertical budgeting processes and P&L, executing initiatives that drive revenue growth and efficiency.
• Measure and drive both short-term and long-term strategy, tracking input and output KPIs and driving business reviews.
• Leverage insights from competitive, market, and business intelligence analysis.
• Deepen integration with all revenue-related functions, including rights acquisition and marketing.
• Partner with corporate development on pre- and post-M&A executions as needed.

Requirements

• 7+ years of experience in strategy, consulting, sport management, business development, or related fields.
• Strong business acumen and cross-functional execution skills.
• Excellent communication skills, both public and written.
• Proven record of creating value and improving profitability.
• Ability to lead through decisive leadership and strategic decision making.
• Strong understanding of audience needs and behaviors.

Nice-to-haves

• Familiarity with financial analyses and business valuation.
• Experience partnering with product and engineering teams.
• Experience in sports media, especially video streaming and OTT.
• Experience with B2B sport management software.

Benefits

• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Disability insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave