General Manager

Full-time

Posted 22 days ago


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AMB Sports & Entertainment is a subsidiary of AMB Group LLC, and is comprised of the National Football League's Atlanta Falcons, Major League Soccer's Atlanta United FC and Mercedes-Benz Stadium. The Atlanta Falcons are a professional American football club and member of the National Football League (NFL). The team's headquarters and practice facility are located on a 50-acre site in Flowery Branch, Georgia. The Falcons' NFL expansion franchise was awarded in 1965 and acquired by current owner Arthur M. Blank in 2002. Under Blank's leadership, the Falcons have become one of the League's premier teams on and off the field, playing their home games at Mercedes-Benz Stadium.

Mercedes-Benz Stadium opened in August 2017, is a world-class sports and entertainment venue in downtown Atlanta and home to the National Football League's Atlanta Falcons and Major League Soccer's Atlanta United. The multi-purpose stadium was named the 2019 Sports Facility of the Year and is host to major sports and entertainment events, including the 2026 World Cup, the 2018 and 2025 College Football Playoff National Championships, the 2018 MLS Cup, and Super Bowl LIII. Mercedes-Benz Stadium is the first professional sports stadium in North America to achieve LEED Platinum Certification and the first stadium worldwide to achieve TRUE Platinum Certification for zero waste by the United States Green Building Council.

Atlanta United joined Major League Soccer in 2017 and won the 2018 MLS Cup in just its second season, the earliest an expansion team has won the title since 1998. The club has set multiple league records including season tickets sales (36,000-plus), single-season average (53,002) and total home attendance (901,033). Owned by Arthur M. Blank, Atlanta United plays its home matches at Mercedes-Benz Stadium.




Frequently asked questions

Q: What skills or qualities help someone succeed as a General Manager?

A: To succeed as a General Manager, key technical skills include strategic planning, financial management, and operational expertise, particularly in areas such as supply chain management, marketing, and human resources. Essential soft skills include strong leadership and communication abilities, emotional intelligence, and the capacity to build and maintain effective relationships with stakeholders, employees, and customers. By combining these technical and soft skills, a General Manager can drive business growth, make informed decisions, and foster a positive work environment, ultimately leading to career advancement and increased effectiveness in the role.

Q: What is the career path for a General Manager?

A: A General Manager's typical career progression involves starting as an Operations Manager or Assistant Manager, gaining experience and moving into mid-level roles such as Department Head or Regional Manager, before advancing to senior positions like General Manager or Executive Director. Key opportunities for skill development and professional growth in this role include strategic planning, leadership, and decision-making, as well as developing expertise in areas like finance, marketing, and human resources. Long-term career prospects for a General Manager may include transitioning into executive leadership roles, such as CEO or COO, or pursuing entrepreneurial ventures, while others may choose to move into consulting or academia.



AMB Sports + Entertainment job posting for a General Manager in Flowery Branch, GA with a salary of $45,400 to $67,800 Annually with a map of Flowery Branch location.