COMPANY OVERVIEW:
StyleDemocracy was founded in 1999 in Toronto, Canada, as the original warehouse
sale event management company for leading global fashion and lifestyle brands. To
date, StyleDemocracy has executed over 600 sale events, working directly with many
of the most recognized brands and retailers in the world. Our services provide brands
with leading excess inventory solutions and exposure to immense audiences.
OVERVIEW:
The Event Manager leads the on-site execution of high-volume warehouse sale events
across North America. This is a key leadership role for a highly organized, adaptable,
and retail-savvy operator with deep expertise in temporary store setups, inventory
control, physical merchandising, and people leadership.
Ideal candidates will have a proven track record in big box, department store, or
multi-unit retail environments, producing and executing fast-paced, high-traffic events
with precision and professionalism. This role requires strong retail operations acumen,
the ability to lead by example under pressure, and a hands-on approach to getting
things done in tight timelines.
ABOUT THE POSITION:
Responsibilities
● Produce and lead day-to-day operations for all in-person events, ensuring timely
setup, optimal customer flow, and adherence to operational standards.
● Translate event plans (developed in collaboration with the Project Manager) into
actionable on-site execution across layout, signage, security, and
merchandising.

● Oversee temporary retail buildouts including zone planning, BOH setup, cash
desk layout, and signage deployment.
● Ensure all health & safety, insurance, and compliance standards are followed at
every event.
● Direct inventory intake, stockroom organization, on-site stock movement, and
replenishment.
● Monitor and report on shrinkage, implement effective loss prevention strategies,
and enforce security protocols.
● Collaborate with Inventory and Client teams to align product presentation with
brand standards.
● Directly supervise Event Coordinators, Staffing Coordinators, and Department
Leads while on-site.
● Lead on-site teams with professionalism, clarity, and accountability, setting
expectations and resolving issues in real-time.
● Support staffing coordinator in managing schedules, break coverage, and
customer service deployment.
● Ensure team members are briefed, trained, and empowered to represent brand
and company expectations.
● Partner with the Project Manager to align timelines, assign resources, and ensure
all teams are executing against defined goals.
● Maintain open communication with internal departments (Marketing, Customer
Service) and external partners (venues, vendors, clients).
● Participate in post-event debriefs and provide operational insights to support
continuous improvement.
● Ensure that the operating budget is maintained and that all event expenses are
managed accurately.
Skills/ Knowledge
● Confident leader who thrives in physically demanding, fast-moving settings.
● Exceptional communication and people management skills across all levels of
staff.
● Advanced knowledge of high-volume retail operations, physical store setups,
inventory flow, stockroom management, and shrink reduction.
● Ability to multitask across multiple event priorities while remaining calm and
solutions-focused under pressure.
● Proficient in Asana (or similar), Excel, Google Suite, and budget tracking.
Experience/Education
● 5+ years in retail operations, event production, or physical store setup roles.

● Proven experience in high-volume retail such as department stores, big box,
outlet, or seasonal environments.
● Strong background in inventory control, stock-taking procedures, seasonal retail
transitions, and merchandising leadership.
● Prior experience supervising temporary staff, leading teams, and overseeing full
physical retail transformations.
Requirements
● Must be able to travel frequently across Canada and the USA (passport
required).
● Comfortable working evenings, weekends, and irregular hours as event timelines
require.
● Physically capable of supporting site builds, teardown, and warehouse
operations.
● Must thrive in high-pressure, ever-changing environments and be able to adapt
quickly to evolving demands, timelines, and customer expectations.