Sales

Special Events Manager

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Overview:

Planning, implementation and follow up for markets and festivals
Develop and maintain event and volunteer databases.
Manage all aspects of volunteer committees and volunteer coordination, including but not limited to, staffing recruitment, supervision, training and acknowledgement.
Coordinate event logistics, publicity, including public relations, advertising and collateral material design, production and distribution.
Responsible for the development and fulfillment event budgets.
Cultivate and expand sponsorship development and fulfillment as needed.
Supervisor and coordinate with event contractors and managers.
Establish and expand product opportunities.
Actively participate and staff committees as necessary.
Locate event sponsorships, swag bag donations for company sponsored events.
Provide periodic progress reports.
Prepare and modify event contracts as requested.
Ensure adequate staffing for events prior to committing.
Interns will perform a variety of administrative and marketing tasks.
Create employee training videos.
Provide social media and research.
Work on special projects and assist in planning large events such as one day festivals.
Interns must attend staff meetings held both virtual and/or in person.
Research other avenues of revenue that would relate to the growth of the company.
All meetings are prescheduled for the year; however, changes do occur.
End of semester project will be offered to interns to allow college credits once approved by university.

Additional Opportunities:

Will have the opportunity to participate in and learn about the production side of the business including sales, accounting, and marketing.
Will have the opportunity to contribute to the creation of expansion of the business in other ventures currently in process.

Qualifications:

Proficiency in MS Word, Excel, Smartsheets, Google docs and Outlook
Strong attention to detail
Experience in conducting research
Very task oriented, Self-starter
Excellent critical thinking/problem solving skills
Willing to learn and flexible
Must have reliable transportation, valid driver’s license and auto insurance

Additional Information:

This role will be off-site as well as in-office in Union, NJ, as well as occasional visits to farmers markets located throughout NJ.

Required Education: Undergraduate Junior- or Senior-level standing or Graduate student

Other Requirements: Interview, references, transcript, job history

Availability: Immediate internship availability limited; application process is highly competitive.

Salary: Commissioned based

Sales Account Manager

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Overview:

Managing a portfolio of accounts to achieve long-term success
Generating new sales using existing and potential customer networks
Respond to customer queries in a timely manner and aspire to deliver a positive customer experience
Have excellent communication and negotiation skills
Resolve conflicts and provide solutions to customers in a timely manner
Supervise account representatives to ensure sales increase
Provide weekly reports on the status of accounts and transactions
Restock cobblers regularly with retail partners, invoice upon delivery
Monitor and display product in store refrigerated cases in favorable ways to increase sales
Set and track sales account targets, aligned with company objectives
Monitor sales metrics (e.g. quarterly sales results and annual forecasts)
Suggest actions to improve sales performance and identify opportunities for growth

Qualifications:

Proven work experience as a Sales account manager or Sales account executive
Hands on experience in sales and an ability to deliver excellent customer experience
Knowledge of Microsoft and Google Docs
Understanding of sales performance metrics
Excellent communication and negotiation skills
An ability to deliver projects and answer inquiries on time
Business acumen with a problem-solving attitude
Minimum of 1-3 years of restaurant experience in high-volume retail, entertainment, hospitality, or restaurant venue is required
Willing to learn all aspects of the food and beverage industry

Additional Information:

Required Education: High School diploma

Other Requirements: Interview, references, job history

Availability: Immediate availability limited; application process highly competitive

Salary: Commission based on experience

Farmers Market Sales Rep

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Perform in person retail sales at various indoor and seasonal outdoor locations and events.
Prior experience in sales and customer service.
Excellent interpersonal skills, ability to knowledgeably and enthusiastically sell products to customers.
Friendly, approachable and outgoing personality.
Ability to work a flexible schedule based on the needs of the company, including evenings and weekends.
Flexible to work 8 – 10 hour shifts for occasional one day events.
Must attend weekly Sunday virtual meetings from 8pm-8:30pm.
Build rapport with customers and always uphold a positive image of the brand.

Additional Opportunities:

Will have the opportunity to participate in and learn about the production side of the business including marketing, accounting and more.
Will have the opportunity to contribute to the creation of expansion of the business in other ventures currently in process.

Qualifications:

Great verbal communication and outgoing personality
Proficiency in Android or iPhone apps
Strong attention to detail
Very task oriented, Self-starter
Excellent critical thinking/problem solving skills
Must have reliable transportation, valid driver’s license, and auto insurance
Ability to drive to each sales location and ability to lift at least 50lbs of equipment.

Additional Information:

This role will be off-site as well as in-office in Union, NJ as well as occasional visits to farmers markets located throughout NJ.

Required Education: High School diploma

Other Requirements: Interview, references, job history

Availability: Immediate availability limited; application process highly competitive

Salary: $15 hourly/Opportunity for bonuses, unlimited income

Special Events Assistant Volunteer

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Overview:

Planning, implementation and follow up for markets and festivals
Develop and maintain event and volunteer databases.
Manage all aspects of volunteer committees and volunteer coordination, including but not limited to, staffing recruitment, supervision, training and acknowledgement.
Coordinate event logistics, publicity, including public relations, advertising and collateral material design, production and distribution.
Responsible for the development and fulfillment event budgets.
Cultivate and expand sponsorship development and fulfillment as needed.
Supervisor and coordinate with event contractors and managers.
Establish and expand product opportunities.
Actively participate and staff committees as necessary.
Locate event sponsorships, swag bag donations for company sponsored events.
Provide periodic progress reports.
Prepare and modify event contracts as requested.
Ensure adequate staffing for events prior to committing.
Interns will perform a variety of administrative and marketing tasks.
Create employee training videos.
Provide social media and research.
Work on special projects and assist in planning large events such as one day festivals.
Interns must attend staff meetings held both virtual and/or in person.
Research other avenues of revenue that would relate to the growth of the company.
All meetings are prescheduled for the year; however, changes do occur.
End of semester project will be offered to interns to allow college credits once approved by university.

Additional Opportunities:

Will have the opportunity to participate in and learn about the production side of the business including sales, accounting, and marketing.
Will have the opportunity to contribute to the creation of expansion of the business in other ventures currently in process.

Qualifications:

Proficiency in MS Word, Excel, Smartsheets, Google docs and Outlook
Strong attention to detail
Experience in conducting research
Very task oriented, Self-starter
Excellent critical thinking/problem solving skills
Willing to learn and flexible
Must have reliable transportation, valid driver’s license and auto insurance

Additional Information:

This role will be off-site as well as in-office in Union, NJ as well as occasional visits to farmers markets located throughout NJ.

Required Education: Undergraduate Junior- or Senior-level standing or Graduate student

Other Requirements: Interview, references, transcript, job history

Availability: Immediate internship availability limited; application process highly competitive

Salary: Most positions are unpaid, but a stipend may be offered in some cases and college credit