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Hayden Andrews

Denver,CO

Summary

Sr. Equipment Manager with over 15 years of extensive expertise in managing equipment and inventory for professional and collegiate sports teams, demonstrating a visionary approach to logistics and marketing strategy. Adept at leading teams to optimize operations, enhance team performance, and maintain high standards through strategic project coordination and effective athlete relations. Committed to driving innovation in equipment management and brand development, ensuring seamless execution of marketing initiatives and budget management.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience

Work History

Sr. Equipment Manager

Colorado Rapids
Commerce City, CO
01.2019 - Current
  • Assist in Athlete Relations between signed athletes and Nike/Adidas/Puma
  • Manage marketing campaigns for Adidas and league initiatives throughout the MLS season.
  • Oversee comprehensive equipment and apparel operations for the MLS club, managing inventory distribution, coordinating special event activations, and ensuring league compliance.
  • Direct multi-tier logistics system for team travel, training, and match operations, while supervising equipment staff and maintaining organizational standards.
  • Lead the end-to-end jersey customization process, collaborating with marketing for sponsor requirements, and maintaining brand consistency across all team gear.
  • Orchestrate daily equipment operations, ensuring seamless preparation of training facilities, match venues, and travel logistics for a professional soccer organization.
  • Streamline equipment management workflows through effective team leadership, coordinating with multiple departments to deliver optimal support for club operations.

Assistant Equipment Manager

Colorado State University
Fort Collns, Colorado
07.2015 - 01.2019
  • Implemented comprehensive equipment tracking system across multiple Olympic sports, reducing loss and improving resource utilization while managing seven student staff members
  • Developed strategic partnerships with equipment vendors, while maintaining precise invoice records, and coordinating timely distribution to multiple sports programs.
  • Partnered with Directors of Operations to optimize budget efficiency and equipment allocation, ensuring seamless support for Olympic sports programs.

Student Equipment Manager

University of Kansas
Lawrence, Kansas
08.2010 - 12.2014
  • Organize and distribute equipment and apparel for over 500 student- athletes, coaches, and staff
  • Purchase order reconciliation, invoice processing, and purchasing card authorizations for Equipment Room
  • Initiate orders of Coca-Cola products based upon the needs of Kansas Athletics; ensure accurate delivery and remittance of invoices
  • Coordinated the scheduling, maintenance, and upkeep of a 20-vehicle fleet for staff, coaches and teams

Education

Bachelor of Science - Accounting

University of Kansas
Lawrence, KS
12-2010

Skills

  • Equipment management
  • Inventory control
  • Logistics coordination
  • Vendor relations
  • Budget management
  • Athlete support
  • Inventory management
  • Player relations
  • Customer service
  • Budget planning
  • Budget compliance
  • Vendor Relations
  • Heat Press Operator
  • Team Management
  • Project Coordination
  • Event Management
  • Athlete Engagement
  • Marketing Strategy
  • Stakeholder Management
  • Team Building
  • Public Speaking
  • Presentation
  • Creative Problem Solving
  • Brand Development

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Sr. Equipment Manager

Colorado Rapids
01.2019 - Current

Assistant Equipment Manager

Colorado State University
07.2015 - 01.2019

Student Equipment Manager

University of Kansas
08.2010 - 12.2014

Bachelor of Science - Accounting

University of Kansas
Hayden Andrews