<h3>Job Description</h3>
Reports to: Vice President of Operations
Classification: Full-time, Exempt
Direct reports: Finance Specialist and Finance Assistant
Position Summary: The Director of Finance exercises leadership over the financial affairs of Phoenix Seminary (PS) and the Bible Education Legacy Fund (BELF). The Director of Finance oversees systems and processes in accounting, bookkeeping, finance, donor stewardship, legal, reporting, and budgeting. 
 The Director reports up to the Vice President of Operations and works closely with the cabinet, board, and BELF. This position will require a high degree of initiative, excellent interpersonal communication skills, and the ability to work strategically to drive success. Phoenix Seminary fosters a culture of trust and accountability and is seeking a person who can thrive with little to no supervision, embodying a high degree of integrity and work ethic. 
 Importantly, the Director will help execute a five-year strategic plan. The successful candidate will have experience in moves management (ideally, QuickBooks, Virtuous and/or Monday.com) and a proven track record of success in analyzing data and presenting it that data in a relevant understandable way. The ideal candidate has a passion for ministry.
Principal Responsibilities:
<ul>
<li>Supervise all accounting functions of the Seminary, including bookkeeping, payroll accounting, corporate tax returns, audit, compliance with ATS, HLC, ECFA, IPEDS, IRS, GAAP, NACUBO/FASB standards, and providing reports to accrediting agencies.</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Prepare all financial reports required by the President, Vice Presidents, Seminary BELF Boards of Directors, and educational/governmental agencies. Specifically, supply the Seminary Cabinet and Boards with monthly financial reports and furnish all supervisors with the financial information necessary for decision-making.</li>
<li>Work with the Board of Directors Finance Committee and BELF Board to invest funds of the Seminary in accordance with approved investment policies.</li>
<li>Work with the Board of BELF, providing financial reports, suggestions on investments, and management for the agenda of BELF Board meetings.</li>
<li>Oversee inventories, receivables, payables, insurance, bonds, estates, trusts, endowments, annuities, restricted gifts, and banking.</li>
<li>Ensure the protection of seminary funds through proper recordkeeping and disbursement per sound budgetary control.</li>
<li>Oversee the accounting, governmental reporting, and supervision of processes relating to the management and implementation of Government grants.</li>
<li> Responsible for overseeing that the seminary payroll is processed timely and accurately in coordination with the Human Resource manager.</li>
<li>Collaborate with the Human Resources Manager and Vice President of Operations to evaluate current employee benefits regularly, assisting in researching options for improvements to the Seminary's benefits package.</li>
<li>Develop the Seminary's annual budget with department heads and cabinet while managing its implementation (paying particular attention to cash flow). Act as the primary liaison to the Board of Directors finance committee, and work closely with the committee to strengthen Phoenix Seminary's financial position.</li>
<li>Ensure the Finance Operational plan is in alignment with Phoenix Seminary's Strategic plan in terms of function, reporting, and objectives to ensure operational efficiency and increased productivity.</li>
<li>Forecast potential cash flow problems and communicate these with recommended solutions to the Vice President of Operations and, if deemed appropriate by Cabinet, to the Finance Committee.</li>
<li>Analyze current financial processes and performance, and recommend solutions for improvement on a regular basis to the VP of Operations.</li>
<li>Develop, implement and monitor day-to-day financial systems and processes that provide visibility into goals, progress, and obstacles with process improvement in mind.</li>
<li>Continually review and adjust as needed reports for the Leadership Team, Cabinet, Executive Committee, and Boards to ensure a clear understanding of reports, our financial position, along with recommendations and solutions.</li>
<li>Review and analyze monthly budget reports for variances and liaison with managers to reconcile discrepancies.</li>
<li>Lead coordination and integration of efforts among departments to produce a smooth financial workflow addressing obstacles that may be real or perceived.</li>
<li>Create Performance and Growth goals for team members.</li>
<li>Maximize efficiency and productivity through extensive process analysis and interdepartmental collaboration.</li>
<li>Provide backup accounting support for Seminary's major events/general activities.</li>
<li>Continually evaluate best industry practices compared to internal systems and needed resources, with an eye toward future needs and budget realities.</li>
<li>Fulfill other duties as assigned by the Vice President of Operations.</li>
</ul>

Qualifications:
<ul>
<li>High levels of personal and professional integrity – Evidence of a commitment to Jesus Christ and a life that demonstrates consistency with Biblical standards and the statement of faith and governing values of the Seminary.</li>
<li>Be theologically compatible with the Seminary's statement of faith.</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Demonstrate a high degree of institutional loyalty and the capability of protecting the confidentiality of sensitive matters related to the institution. </li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>While an MBA/CPA or similar level training is preferred, experience in organizational financial management is required. Preference will be given to applicants who have experience in educational or other non-profit settings. </li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Ability to communicate financial data and issues in a manner that is understandable to those without formal financial backgrounds and which enables them to respond appropriately to any pressing financial needs. </li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Adequate awareness of financial record keeping and processes, computer technology, and auxiliary operations. </li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Ability to communicate ideas clearly and effectively both orally and in written form. </li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Commitment to teamwork, servant leadership, and appropriate empowerment of subordinates. Takes time to mentor and help co-workers, students, and others achieve their goals and responsibilities.</li>
</ul>
Education and Experience:
<ul>
<li>Bachelor's degree in Accounting or Business Administration required.</li>
<li>Two years or more of related experience is required.</li>
<li>Certified Public Accountant or Certified Management Accountant designation preferred.</li>
</ul>
Physical Requirements
<ul>
<li>Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.</li>
<li>Must be able to lift up to 25 pounds at times.</li>
<li>Able to travel as needed.</li>
</ul>
Work Schedule:
<ul>
<li>Must be able to work varied hours with a regular schedule of Monday – Friday.</li>
</ul>
Needed Attributes: Strong work ethic; excellent communication skills; patient and gracious; values confidential nature of position; ability to shift priorities on short notice; proactive approach to assessing needs and providing what is necessary to meet those needs; interacts well with diverse personality types – team player; ability to lead and willingness to serve – positive outlook; creative and resourceful – solutions-oriented.

Training and development: Self-initiated study and personal development are expected and encouraged. As funds are available, the Director will be provided with the opportunity to attend classes, seminars, or events to continue to develop one's knowledge of Finance topics with approval.

Director of Finance

<h3>Job Description</h3>
Overview
Ansible Government Solutions, LLC (Ansible) is currently seeking Certified Pharmacy Technicians (CPhT) to support a U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) Consolidated Mail Outpatient Pharmacy (CMOP) facility located at 5000 South 13th Street, Leavenworth, KS 66048. CPhTs support CMOP prescription fulfillment, ensuring Veteran beneficiaries receive accurate new and refill prescriptions in a timely manner. Full-time positions with competitive packages are available.
Ansible is a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) providing Federal customers with solutions in many arenas. Our customers face wide-ranging challenges in national security, health care, and information technology. To address these challenges, we employ intelligent and committed staff who take care of our customers’ success as if it were their own.
Responsibilities
<ul>
<li>Prepares and dispenses medications, and maintains related records for patients</li>
<li>Prepares, packages, labels, and distributes medication doses prescribed by physicians.</li>
<li>Maintains inventories of drugs and supplies, stocks shelves, rotates stock, and checks expiration dates of pharmaceuticals.</li>
<li>Fills/stocks medications in various automated devices.</li>
<li>Operates various types of pharmacy automation, including, but not limited to, Autofill devices; Baker Cells; Kalish cells, A-frames; repackaging equipment; and electronic scales.</li>
<li>Reads computer screens, uses scanning equipment, and selects specific drugs/products required to fill an order by name, strength, and National Drug Code (NDC) number.</li>
<li>Cleans cells and performs first level preventative maintenance which includes cleaning off lights, vacuuming, and making minor adjustments to equipment.</li>
<li>Understands the precautions required when handling hazardous materials and hazardous waste.</li>
</ul>
Qualifications
<ul>
<li>Certified by the national Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB); or have one year experience in a retail or hospital pharmacy setting; or be a graduate of an Academic Technician Training Educational Program.</li>
<li>Able to understand and perform basic mathematical calculations.</li>
<li>Have basic typing and PC computer skills.</li>
<li>Have a high school diploma or General Educational Development (GED) certificate.</li>
<li>Must read, understand, speak, and write English fluently under the authority of U.S.C. 7402(d) and 7407(d).</li>
<li>Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds when required; push or pull up to 150 pounds on a rolling cart or using a pallet jack; stand or sit for long periods of time (8-10 hours); and, stoop, reach upward and withstand various types of repetitive motion inherent in the various tasks to be performed.</li>
<li>No sponsorship available </li>
</ul>
All candidates must be able to:
<ul>
<li>Sit, stand, walk, lift, squat, bend, twist, and reach above shoulders during the work shift</li>
<li>Lift up to 50 lbs from floor to waist</li>
<li>Lift up to 20 lbs</li>
<li>Carry up to 40 lbs a reasonable distance</li>
<li>Push/pull with 30 lbs of force</li>
</ul>
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. 
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Certified Pharmacy Technician (CPhT)

<h3>Job Description</h3>
 RDG Overview:
Envisioned by Marine and Greg Galy through their travels, experiences, and thirst for discovery and adventures, the first MILA restaurant (part of RDG) opened in Miami Beach, FL, in January 2020. MILA is a restaurant, rooftop lounge, and mixology bar aiming to transport guests on a culinary journey of flavorful MediterrAsian cuisine. Balancing genuine hospitality, fine dining, and refined nightlife, MILA has quickly established itself as the go-to destination in the upscale Miami social scene.
We are first and foremost a group of individuals who strive for excellence and seek to illuminate the senses. We believe in the rhythms of life and we are driven by the experience of adventure. Our principles stand for giving our customers the most transporting experience, an organic design and a refined culinary journey. D R E A M I T 
MILA has grown above and beyond our expectations in its first two years despite facing significant pandemic-related restrictions, and ranked #5 of The Restaurant Business Top 100 ranking. Following the success of the original restaurant, RDG plans to expand to new concepts and locations, focusing initially on the Florida market. It has shown the quickest development rates and is anticipating some of the best economic growth worldwide. 
B U I L D I T
Through its elevated brand portfolio, and its exclusive membership, RDG aims to create a full network of venues and experiences offering a unique lifestyle to its guests and members in Florida and to become one of the leaders of the luxury restaurant industry in the United States.
G R O W I T
RDG is now actively exploring other national markets such as New York City, and Las Vegas, as well as further afield in London, Dubai and Mexico City for potential expansion opportunities.


Summary: 
The Vice President, Finance is pivotal in overseeing the company's financial health and strategic financial planning. This position requires a seasoned finance professional with a proven track record of driving financial excellence and supporting the organization's growth objectives.
Under the supervision of the RDG’s CFO, the incumbent, either personally or through subordinates, directs the financial affairs of RDG, oversees the accounting and treasury department, prepares financial analyses of operations and proformas of new projects, reviews systems for efficiency improvement, is involved in the strategic planning process and other projects as required.
RESPONSIBILITIES: 
<ul>
<li>Serving as a financial advisor to the CFO and executive team for strategic planning purposes.</li>
<li>Overseeing all sides of accounting operations, including payables, receivables, payroll and tax preparation</li>
<li>Prepare timely and accurate analyses, summaries, and reports of financial data on the operating progress of the company.</li>
<li>Create a reliable cash flow projection process and reporting structure that includes a minimum cash threshold to meet operational needs.</li>
<li>Routinely review revenue cycle metrics to identify and address issues affecting overall performance proactively.</li>
<li>Manage the company’s compliance with local and federal regulatory matters.</li>
<li>Partner with senior leaders to ensure the company hits revenue targets.</li>
<li>Coordinate the preparation of annual, quarterly, and monthly reports.</li>
<li>Manage insurance coverage for the organization, including compliance.</li>
<li>Process the financial activities of an organization to maximize a company’s profits and plan for its growth.</li>
<li>Regular financial reporting (e.g. preparing monthly, quarterly, and annual financial statements), forecasts, planning, budgeting, financial analysis, cash management, and procurement.</li>
<li>Timely and accurately provide reporting of financial information to internal parties, government regulators and outside agencies.</li>
<li>Manage and supervise all AR/AP cycles with external partners and customers - including the implementation of accounting and billing systems and controls.</li>
<li>Prepare financial reports for the CFO.</li>
<li>Process Sales Tax &amp; all other state taxes in a timely manner.</li>
<li>Prepares and reviews proformas and budgets of new and existing operations. </li>
<li>Analyzes and develops policies, procedures, and systems to ensure effective internal controls, optimum efficiencies, and improvement of processes. </li>
<li>Works with external auditors and other third parties on financial matters as necessary. </li>
<li>Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&amp;A): Lead the FP&amp;A team in preparing budgets, forecasts, and financial models to support organizational decision-making. Monitor financial performance and provide regular reports to the executive team.</li>
<li>Risk Management: Identify and mitigate financial risks while complying with relevant laws and regulations. Implement financial controls and procedures to safeguard the company's assets.</li>
<li>Financial Reporting: Oversee the accurate and timely preparation of financial statements, including income statements, balance sheets, and cash flow statements.</li>
<li>Tax Strategy: Develop and implement tax strategies to optimize the company's tax position while ensuring compliance with tax laws and regulations.</li>
<li>Treasury Management: Manage cash flow, liquidity, and banking relationships. Monitor and optimize working capital to support operational needs.</li>
<li>Financial Systems and Technology: Evaluate and enhance financial systems and technologies to streamline processes and improve efficiency.</li>
<li>Team Leadership: Build and lead a high-performing finance team, providing guidance, mentorship, and professional development opportunities.</li>
<li>Plans and manages the annual budgeting process for all departments. </li>
<li>Demonstrates fiduciary responsibility to senior management and the organization. </li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Performs all other related and compatible duties as assigned.</li>
</ul>

Requirements/Qualifications: 
<ul>
<li>Proven work experience as a VP of Finance or similar role.</li>
<li>In-depth knowledge of financial benchmarking, accounting, audit and tax compliance and other regulatory matters</li>
<li>Bachelor's degree in finance, accounting, or a related field; MBA or CPA preferred.</li>
<li>Food and Beverage/Hospitality experience preferred.</li>
<li>Proven experience in a senior finance role with at least (15) years of progressive financial leadership.</li>
<li>Strong understanding of financial regulations, compliance, and reporting.</li>
<li>Exceptional analytical and strategic thinking skills.</li>
<li>Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities for effective collaboration with cross-functional teams.</li>
<li>Demonstrated leadership in managing financial teams and driving results.</li>
</ul>

VP, Finance

<h3>Job Description</h3>
MUST BE US CITIZEN AND CLEARABLE
Do you want to perform work that is impactful to millions of Americans and has a broader global impact? Are you a service minded team player who works towards creating solutions for the greater good? 
We Empower You to Serve!
SRE delivers organizational transformation services to the federal government through strategy, people, leadership development, coaching, facilitation, and organizational change management. We underpin this with project management, business process improvement, and use technology as an enabler.
Our mission is to serve our country, our communities, and our employees. Our vision is to make a positive impact on the world by leaving it better off when we leave than when we came. We are seeking professional consultants who share in our mission of service, our vision of leaving the world a better place, and are committed to our values of Integrity, Quality, and Performance. 
After reviewing the position description, if you feel you are a fit for our organization and possess the required qualifications, we invite you to apply:
SRE is seeking a PgMP certified Program Manager with experience managing Government contracts valued at over $10 million per year with multiple teaming partners. This position will lead multiple task order contracts across multiple customers.
Duties include, but are not limited to:
Program Management 
<ul>
<li>Provide contract oversight and required reporting.</li>
<li>Demonstrated experience managing federal contracts of up to $10 million in annual revenue.</li>
<li>Collaborate with leadership to understand the skills and competencies required for positions and contribute to the creation of position descriptions and screening questions</li>
<li>Interview prospective employees.</li>
<li>Lead project initiation, including reviewing and/or assisting with the contract and company's project team kickoff meeting; assisting with the development of strategies, slides, and the Project Management Plan for the kickoff meeting with the customer; and ensuring delivery of project kickoff meeting minutes that are comprehensive, accurate, and error-free.</li>
<li>Meet weekly with Project Managers to discuss status, risks, issues, and next steps.</li>
<li>Interface with individual team members, engage with the customer, assess customer satisfaction, and identify opportunities for improvement.</li>
<li>Interface with clients and Project Managers to discover and cultivate new business opportunities.</li>
<li>Build relationships with and between the company's team members, clients, and subcontractors.</li>
<li>Track and monitor contract statuses, budgets, and performance, including ensuring work activities, timelines, deliverables, and work products are aligned with client expectations; provide technical direction as necessary to complete tasks.</li>
<li>Help answer questions from project team members and clients regarding scope, staffing, budget, and requirements.</li>
<li>Monitor, oversee, and support the execution of several administrative tasks. Examples include but are not limited to: Invoicing review and submission), monthly reporting, timesheets, expense reports (review and approval), meeting minutes, travel approval and coordination, badging, and GFE tracking).</li>
<li>Review weekly and monthly status reports, including financials and labor hours.</li>
<li>Assist in the development and measurement of project success metrics.</li>
<li>Monitor subcontractor performance per ISO 9001:2015 company procedures.</li>
<li>Provide insights and inputs to assist with resource allocation decisions.</li>
<li>Review and provide feedback on CPARS write-ups and ensure timely submission of CPARS input to clients.</li>
<li>Conduct program meetings, and reviews, and coordinate briefings with customers and senior management to ensure exceptional project delivery and drive exceptional CPARS ratings.</li>
<li>Contribute thought leadership and support for internal projects and initiatives.</li>
<li>Attend SRE HQ internal staff meetings.</li>
<li>Assist in the development and implementation of processes and procedures to enhance the quality and consistent delivery of services.</li>
<li>Assist with employee development planning and execution, including mentoring and coaching project managers and project team members.</li>
<li>Assist documentation of project past performance write-ups.</li>
<li>Provide input and review for proposals.</li>
<li>Assist with the implementation of SRE's strategic initiatives.</li>
<li>Assist the VP of Service Delivery with the design, development, oversight, and continual improvement of SRE's internal projects; develop near-term and long-term goals.</li>
<li>Provide insight and input into SRE's onboarding process.</li>
<li>Provide insights and input into SRE's marketing efforts.</li>
</ul>
Project Management
<ul>
<li>Serve as the main point of contact for the COR and the government's program lead.</li>
<li>Assume primary responsibility for understanding and communicating client expectations.</li>
<li>Assume primary responsibility for establishing and maintaining a trusted and productive relationship with the client.</li>
<li>Schedule and lead recurring project status meetings with the COR and the government's program lead.</li>
<li>Conduct a client retrospective at least quarterly.</li>
<li>Serve as a working project manager (i.e., a dual role of managing the project and participating in solutions and product creation).</li>
<li>Lead and direct the daily work of the team.</li>
<li>Assume primary responsibility for assigning and managing all project tasks and activities, including making all task assignments, setting deadlines, prioritizing work, and clarifying expectations.</li>
<li>Clearly define and document team roles and responsibilities; update roles and responsibilities documentation to reflect scope or project team changes.</li>
<li>Identify, mitigate, and resolve project-related risks and issues.</li>
<li>Prepare weekly and monthly project status reports.</li>
<li>Assume primary responsibility for maintaining a repository of deliverables and work products, including drafts and final versions of plans, schedules, status reports, meeting minutes, and other project-related documents.</li>
<li>Attend and participate in client meetings.</li>
<li>Provide input and subject matter expertise, as appropriate, to support each area of the scope of work.</li>
<li>Lead project initiation and closeout activities, including ensuring timely submission of closeout materials to clients.</li>
<li>Ensure adherence to contract requirements.</li>
<li>Manage the project scope; take the lead in clarifying and documenting decisions and requests that impact the project scope or delivery timeline.</li>
<li>Assume primary responsibility for completing all project deliverables on time and with the highest quality.</li>
<li>Assume primary ownership for the project schedule; coordinate with Team SRE to establish dates and timeframes for drafting, review, and delivery; verify that time for quality reviews is included in the project/task schedule.</li>
<li>Conduct a thorough and detailed quality review of all contractor team products and deliverables, including documents, reports, presentations, agendas, and notes.</li>
<li>Submit contractual deliverables to the client; obtain written client approval for all contractual deliverables.</li>
<li>Create and maintain an inclusive and collaborative working environment for the project team.</li>
<li>Conduct regular Team SRE meetings to obtain status updates and support agenda development for client status meetings.</li>
<li>Schedule working sessions, as needed, to define, clarify, and gain concurrence on the approach and next steps for project work.</li>
<li>Schedule and conduct an internal retrospective meeting after each contractual milestone/deliverable.</li>
<li>Assume primary responsibility for onboarding and integrating new project team members.</li>
</ul>
Education and Experience: 
<ul>
<li>Bachelor's Degree and minimum of 10 years of experience in project management for federal government contracts</li>
<li>Master's Degree and a minimum of 8 years of experience for federal government contracts with established experience in a project management capacity</li>
<li>PgMP certification is required.</li>
</ul>
Skills:
<ul>
<li>Ability to read, analyze, and interpret the most complex documents</li>
<li>Demonstrated contract management experience in an educational or training context with an emphasis on adult learning</li>
<li>Prior experience working with Foreign Affairs agencies (e.g., Department of State, USAID, and Intelligence agencies)</li>
<li>Specific knowledge of embassy operations overseas, understanding of a global workforce, and cross-cultural understanding of living and/or working outside of the United States</li>
<li>Demonstrated experience managing federal contracts in excess of $10 million in annual expenditures</li>
<li>Experience administering or managing contract(s) subject to the Service Contract Labor</li>
<li>Standards (SCA) and the Fair Labor Standards Act</li>
<li>Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English</li>
<li>Demonstrated leadership skills and experience in coordinating with various organizational stakeholder CORs /ACORs/GTMs</li>
<li>Ability to discern priorities</li>
<li>Ability to multi-task and deal with time constraints effectively</li>
<li>Ability to understand and demonstrate successful management of processes related to federal government contracts and their requirements, such as CPARS, acquisition life cycle program/project management, subcontract management, and DCAA-compliant timekeeping</li>
<li>Ability to understand and demonstrate successful management of federal government contract types, BPAs, IDIQs, time and material, labor hours, and firm fixed price</li>
<li>A Servant lead with the demonstrated ability to manage multiple concurrent projects with significant visibility to the client executive teams</li>
<li>Strong foundation in project management principles, processes, and methodology</li>
<li>Ability to respond effectively to the most sensitive inquiries or complaints</li>
<li>An energetic, forward-thinking, and creative individual with high ethical standards and an appropriate professional image</li>
<li>A strategic visionary with sound technical skills, analytical ability, good judgment, and a strong operational focus</li>
<li>A well-organized and self-directed individual who is "politically savvy" and a team player.</li>
<li>An intelligent and articulate individual who can relate to people at all levels of an organization and possesses excellent communication skills</li>
<li>A decisive individual who possesses a "big picture" perspective and is well-versed in systems.</li>
<li>Excellent writing skills</li>
<li>SRE and client mission-oriented</li>
<li>A processes and solutions-oriented individual</li>
</ul>

Work Environment: The primary work location of this position is Washington D.C. Metro area, remote work is allowed but not guaranteed. If you live outside the commutable area, travel expenses are not reimbursed to the primary work location.

Program Manager

<h3>Job Description</h3>
Location: Can be primarily based in Salinas, CA; Yuma, AZ; or El Centro, CA
Travel: 65%, based on fresh produce production seasonality
Description
Mori, formerly known as Cambridge Crops, is a dynamic Series B startup leading the charge against food waste. Our mission, "More Food, Less Waste," drives our commitment to transforming the food, agriculture, and packaging industries. By harnessing the unique properties of a naturally derived silk protein, Mori pioneers an all-natural food ingredient and coating that extends the shelf life of perishable foods. With Mori Silk, we aim to revolutionize the food system by reducing reliance on plastic packaging, minimizing food and packaging waste, and enhancing efficiency across the supply chain. Our passionate team is dedicated to continuous learning and believes in our collective ability to make a positive impact on the world. 
About the Role
We are seeking a results-driven, hands-on team member to partner with our produce operations team. As the foundational member of our West Coast-based Food Safety, Quality and Compliance team, you will directly report to Mori’s VP of Regulatory &amp; Scientific Affairs. In this key role, you will take ownership of all aspects related to Fresh Produce Safety, Quality, and Compliance (FSQ) for our operations. While initially focusing on supporting Mori’s leafy greens business, this position offers the potential for expansion alongside Mori´s growth to include other produce categories.
What You Will Do
<ul>
<li>Develop, implement and manage produce safety, quality, and compliance programs for Mori’s fresh produce operations</li>
<li>Oversee the management of the safety, quality and compliance of all fresh produce operations including, but not limited to, Mori-owned warehouse locations, 3rd party logistics and warehousing partners, the application of Mori products onto leafy greens, and supporting new produce applications</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Develop a gold standard safety and quality culture for the Mori fresh produce business</li>
<li>Ensure adherence to all operating procedures, encompassing timely sanitation of facilities and equipment, cold storage, transportation, warehousing, along with pre-operation sanitation checks, monitoring programs, and field applications of the Mori product</li>
<li>Design and execute ad hoc projects that meet Mori´s technical and business objectives</li>
<li>Consistently assess quality systems and institute or revise site-specific procedures in accordance with Mori's Corporate Quality Systems Manual as needed</li>
<li>Audit facility programs and update the facility food safety plan as required by FSMA</li>
<li>Maintain open communication with internal teams to ensure that all finished product specs and company processes are met at all times</li>
<li>Partner with field teams on all produce safety, quality assurance, and regulatory issues</li>
<li>Conduct risk assessments for new applications and customer locations/equipment and develop pertinent controls in coordination with the Technical Services Team</li>
<li>Provide food safety, quality, and compliance support to ensure the successful commercial deployment of new customer applications</li>
<li>Investigate produce-related customer complaints and identify and implement appropriate corrective actions and preventive measures as needed</li>
<li>Review and analyze fresh produce safety, quality and compliance KPI’s and prepare periodic reports</li>
<li>Maintain applicable licenses and certifications for all Mori West Coast operations</li>
<li>Manage LGMA compliance for Mori applications</li>
<li>Interface with external partners’ food safety and operations teams</li>
<li>Ensure proper staffing, scheduling, training, delegation of duties and staff management of the department</li>
</ul>
Who You Are
<ul>
<li>Solutions-Oriented: you approach problems and challenges proactively, collaboratively and constructively with a focus on finding practical, effective and compliant solutions that balance the needs of all stakeholders with regulatory requirements</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Growth &amp; Impact Mindset: you seek out and enjoy new challenges that stretch you while constantly identifying ways to create value for your internal and external partners</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Integrated Thinker: you navigate ambiguity to see the big picture while simultaneously driving incremental changes with a systematic approach, blending strategic thinking with tactical execution in day-to-day operations</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Collaborative Partner: you leverage excellent communication skills across all levels and stakeholders to build and maintain effective working relationships with internal partners and external Mori customers</li>
</ul>
Requirements
What You’ll Bring
<ul>
<li>Bachelor’s degree in Agriculture, Food Science or related field (or equivalent additional work experience)</li>
<li>5-10 years of management experience in the Food Safety, Quality and Regulatory field</li>
<li>5+ years experience in fresh produce harvesting and/or processing (leafy greens preferred)</li>
<li>Bi-lingual (English/Spanish)</li>
<li>Strong knowledge of FSMA, LGMA and USDA Organic program requirements </li>
<li>PCQI Certified (preferred)</li>
<li>Certified Auditor in GFSI standards or equivalent experience (preferred)</li>
<li>Strong risk assessment skills</li>
<li>Crisis management experience </li>
</ul>
Benefits
Mori provides a comprehensive benefits package which includes:
<ul>
<li>Equity</li>
<li>Health, vision, and dental plans where Mori pays 60%-70% of the premium</li>
<li>Health Savings Account (HSA) for High Deductible Health Plans (HDHP)</li>
<li>Unlimited paid-time-off (which includes sick pay) and 13 paid company holidays</li>
<li>401(k) plan with company match</li>
<li>Free, access to confidential mental health counsellors through a program called Health Advocate. Health Advocate also helps with other things (securing childcare, finding lawyers for wills, etc.), and you have access to the full array of Health Advocate options</li>
<ul>
<li>Health Advocate also offers advice on which health insurance option to choose based on your personal circumstances (HIPAA compliant, everything is done between you and them and never comes to a Mori employee). This type of program is often referred to as an Employee Assistance Program (EAP)</li>
<li>Free OneMedical on-demand primary care (24/7 access to physicians, online booking system, membership fee is covered), insurance required for certain services</li>
<li>Free TelaDoc through Aetna available to employees with an active Mori health plan</li>
<li>One year of TalkSpace (fully online mental health therapists) Access based on enrollment in an active Mori provided Health Benefit plan. Monthly limitations apply</li>
</ul>
<li>Optional Life and supplemental life insurance through MetLife</li>
</ul>
Mori is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 (“ADA”), as amended by the ADA Amendments Act of 2008, and all applicable state and local fair employment practices laws. Employment opportunities at Mori are based upon one's qualifications and capabilities to perform the essential functions of a particular job. All employment opportunities are provided without regard to race, religion, caste, sex, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Mori participates in the federal government’s E-Verify program, which confirms employment authorization of all newly hired employees and most existing employees through an electronic database maintained by the Social Security Administration and Department of Homeland Security. For new hires, the E-Verify process is completed in conjunction with the Form I-9 Employment Eligibility Verification on or before the first day of work. E-Verify is not used as a tool to pre-screen candidates. For up-to-date information on E-Verify, go to <a href="http://www.uscis.gov" target="_blank">www.uscis.gov</a> and click on 'E-Verify' located near the bottom of the page.

Director, Fresh Produce Safety, Quality and Compliance

<h3>Job Description</h3>
BrightFarms - The Pinnacle of Sustainable Indoor Farming
As industry leaders in sustainable indoor farming, BrightFarms is currently in the midst of an exciting expansion and national scaling. We are launching several new, climate-controlled greenhouse farms across IL, GA, TX, and the Northeast. Together with our current farms in NH, PA, VA, NC, OH, IL, this expansion will pave the way for a projected 10X revenue growth within the next 5 years, reinforcing our dominant presence in the controlled environment agriculture (CEA) sector.
BrightFarms - The Place to Grow
At BrightFarms, we’re on a mission to revolutionize the way leafy greens are grown. But we don’t just want to grow great tasting greens, we want them to do good as well: for the planet, for the health of people, and for the well-being of our employees. Our passion for building the next generation of farming fuels our passion for nurturing our people. We give BrightFarmers the tools, training, support, and opportunities they need to do better for themselves and the world every day. Because when you do good for your people, they do good for the world. 
The Opportunity
We are looking for a seasoned leader to enhance and expand our Food Safety and Quality efforts, with a particular focus on expanding our industry-leading culture and systems. This position is a highly visible, leadership role and critical as we scale the Company nationally over the next 5 years.
Responsibilities
The Vice President of Food Safety and Quality helps guide the enterprise through the scaling of two major functional areas: food safety (operations, regulatory affairs, industrial hygiene) and quality (quality assurance operations, quality assurance measuring [including without limit internal auditing], reporting). The VP focuses on understanding and applying existing, new and emerging technologies and practices to transform and scale our operations. The VP’s focus is to help the organization plan, design, innovate, orchestrate, facilitate, navigate, operationalize and evolve food safety and quality programs. 
Specific food safety responsibilities:
<ul>
<li>Effectively represent, advocate, and/or build collaborations with government agencies, industry groups, non-profits, and academia. </li>
<li>Ensure constant 100% compliance with all state and federal regulations regarding food safety and quality, staying current on all changes to regulation that affect our processes and implementing the required process changes to remain compliant.</li>
<li>Ensure training and documentation for all food safety and quality programs is developed, deployed, standardized, as applicable, and assessed across all sites by the appropriate FSQA practitioner.</li>
<li>Design, create and update all internal control documents and lead team to ensure they are completed accurately and consistently. Partner with technology teams to deploy automated systems, sensors, and analytics to ensure that BrightFarms food safety and quality programs are effectively executed across all sites</li>
<li>Ensure FSQA and Ops are prepared for all quality and food safety audits. Ultimately accountable for managing and the team that is responsible for internal and external audit preparation (scheduling and coordination with auditing bodies, managing mock audits, self-auditing documentation, creating and managing punch lists for maintenance and operational improvements, training teammate culture and practice), to audit (managing the auditor at all times and their process of gathering necessary materials), to corrective action and response (identifying appropriate corrective actions, managing implementation with maintenance and operations, and documenting and reporting corrective actions in a timely fashion). Ensure certifications are maintained consistently and third-party suppliers maintain all audits and certifications we require of them as well;</li>
<li>Own the company’s environmental monitoring and product test, hold and release program, as the authority on interpreting microbiological and allergen testing results, gatekeeping product release, and implementing any corrective actions to address any flaws suggested by test results. </li>
<li>Act as the leader in any food safety incident, including but not limited to suspected contamination, food borne illness, product adulteration, or recall of any kind; maintain control over and documentation of all affected product until a final determination is made and it is used or properly disposed of, and liaison with applicable regulatory agencies/public health authorities, as appropriate.</li>
</ul>
Specific quality responsibilities (not comprehensive):
<ul>
<li>Ensure customer expectations are maintained and communicated in clear spec sheets and any other QA-related documentation requested by the customer; respond to all customer complaints and manage and communicate corrective actions for any non-compliant products; study trends in customer satisfaction and use the data to inform a process of continuous improvement or to mitigate potential issue</li>
<li>Collaborate with team members conducting R&amp;D or preparing to launch new products, helping navigate safety, quality, or regulatory obstacles, developing and testing processes and materials, allergen declarations and nutrition panels, and onboarding new products and new suppliers that meet our standard.</li>
<li>Manage our supplier approval process and work with our suppliers and co-packers to ensure that they consistently meet our food safety and quality standards and provide all appropriate documentation; work with smaller suppliers to teach and bring them to our standard.</li>
</ul>
Qualifications
<ul>
<li>Master’s Degree required, PhD preferred in chemistry, biology, microbiology, food science, or a related field</li>
<li>10+ years QA and food safety work experience, some at a senior level. Experience with produce safety is a must.</li>
<li>Strong leadership, influencing, and teamwork skills, and ability to clearly communicate FSQA standards and action items to a diverse team and drive results through direct and indirect team members.</li>
<li>Proficiency in understanding complex food safety regulatory and scientific publications, and ability to translate such technical content to help the team understand what it means for them.</li>
<li>Experience planning, goal setting, driving a team toward results, and measuring achievement of continuous improvement goals.</li>
<li>Ability to prioritize and conduct in-the-moment risk assessments, interpret statistical data and trends.</li>
<li>Competency with recall / crisis management and performing mock recalls.</li>
<li>Ability to see quality and safety within the company’s strategic framework and make long-term decisions for the benefit of the Company and its stakeholders.</li>
<li>Flexible travel to farms and Corporate HQ up to 30% of the time, at times with little notice, with more concentrated time at new sites as they are opening/starting up.</li>
</ul>

BrightFarms is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer - All qualified applicants/employees will receive consideration for employment without regard to that individual’s age, race, color, religion or creed, national origin or ancestry, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, physical or mental disability, veteran status, genetic information, ethnicity, citizenship, or any other characteristic protected by law.

VP of Food Safety & Quality

<h3>Job Description</h3>
Salary: 
Position Summary
The Manager, Grassroots &amp; Outreach provides planning, oversight, and execution of robust grassroots and external advocacy for IFPA priorities. This critical position manages strategies and engagement with volunteer leaders, members and allies regarding their advocacy and participation in public policy events and advocacy campaigns and supports efforts such as The Washington Conference, Advocacy in Action, and policy activities.
Position Responsibilities
<ul>
<li> Design and develop grassroots-based advocacy and engagement strategies that directly align association members with government policy processes, facilitating a place for their voices to be heard, including developing a grassroots action plan that accelerates the success and effectiveness of the Advocacy in Action (IFPA grassroots network).</li>
<li> Identify, develop, and maintain grassroots and outreach tools to most effectively influence and impact outcomes on key industry issues and priorities.</li>
<li> Initiate, catalog, and leverage association member assets, e.g., Advocacy in Action, related to grassroots and outreach activities.</li>
<li> Establish and cultivate strong working relationships with multiple external influencers and stakeholders. </li>
<li> Seamlessly collaborate with the public policy team to develop and implement a grassroot action plan consistent with the priorities of IFPA’s annual Public Policy Agenda, Strategic Plan action plan.</li>
<li> Collaborate across the organization to implement grassroots activations and outreach campaigns.</li>
<li> Support the Chief Public Policy Officer (CPPO) and Vice President, U.S. Government Relations (VP, USGR) the active engagement of IFPA’s Political Affairs and U.S. Government Relations Councils, volunteer member-leader advisory groups, including meetings, agenda, and priority planning.</li>
</ul>
General
<ul>
<li> Supports the public policy team in the strategic identification grassroots action and outreach on policy concerns and opportunities, and in execution of IFPA’s Public Policy Agenda.</li>
<li> Other related duties as assigned.</li>
</ul>
 Position Information
Knowledge, Skills &amp; Abilities
<ul>
<li> Bachelor’s degree or higher, plus two (2) years of food or agriculture or related industry experience (or combination of equivalent education &amp; experience).</li>
<li> Experience managing political campaigns and or political action committee (PAC) strongly preferred.</li>
<li> Experience and understanding of grassroots and advocacy IT programs.</li>
<li> Keen understanding of government, policy, and politics.</li>
<li> Skillfully able to articulate the value of grassroots and policy outreach to volunteer leaders, general members, and industry allies.</li>
<li> Strong communication and networking skills, including written, verbal, and public speaking. </li>
<li> Ability to manage multiple ongoing obligations in a fast-paced environment and prioritize competing projects.</li>
<li> Exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail.</li>
<li> Ability to lead and interact with association members/customers including the ability to interact within the industry on their terms and at a conversational level.</li>
<li> Member-service focused, motivated, and a positive attitude toward IFPA’s mission.</li>
<li> Ability to work independently on projects and collaborate internally and externally with allies and stakeholders.</li>
<li> Proficient in Microsoft Office, Salesforce, Zoom, Quorum, with ability to quickly adapt to using new technologies.</li>
</ul>
Measures for Success
<ul>
<li> Successfully develops and executes plans, work product and actions related to grassroots and outreach.</li>
<li> Expand industry participation in advocacy and grassroots events for the association.</li>
<li> Grow personal expertise and growth in grassroots and outreach efforts.</li>
<li> Create new and successful programming around grassroots and advocacy activities.</li>
</ul>
Location
This position is based out of our Washington D.C. office. 
Travel
Business travel is required within the US, approximately 4 - 6 times per year with advance notice.

Manager, Grassroots & Policy Outreach

<h3>Job Description</h3>
The New York Independent System Operator (NYISO) manages the efficient flow of electricity on more than 11,000 circuit-miles of high-voltage transmission lines, dispatching power from hundreds of generating units across the state.
The NYISO's External Affairs department invites applications for a full-time Community and Government Affairs Representative.
The role of the Community and Government Affairs Representative is to support the NYISO's mission as an authoritative source of bulk electric system information by working closely with the VP, External Affairs &amp; Corporate Communications to develop and maintain positive working relationships with key community and business organizations, trade groups, elected officials, policymakers and opinion leaders throughout New York State. Working closely with the Vice President of External Affairs &amp; Corporate Communications, the Representative will assist in the development and execution of an annual outreach and engagement program to achieve stronger statewide recognition with business, philanthropic, and advocacy groups and support the NYISO's position as a leader in the energy space. The Representative will also engage with federal state and local elected officials, when appropriate, regarding impacts on the electric system, NYISO and industry market participants.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities Community Affairs 
<ul>
<li>Under leadership of the VP, External Affairs &amp; Corporate Communications, identify key community, trade and business organizations throughout the state that the NYISO should target for informational and educational outreach initiatives. Manage and maintain a positive relationship between the NYISO and targeted organizations.</li>
<li>Through the development of an effective outreach plan developed with the VP, External Affairs &amp; Corporate Communications, cultivate and expand NYISO's relationships, branding and positioning with key community leaders, elected officials, opinion leaders and policy makers.</li>
<li>Develop and execute programs to promote the NYISO as an independent source of information on issues related to electric grid operations, competitive markets and system planning.</li>
<li>Conduct programs and presentations that will help to achieve stronger statewide recognition and understanding of the NYISO as an industry leader and role in the state's economy.</li>
<li>Identify opportunities for NYISO exhibits at conferences, industry/trade associations and community events. Coordinate booth/display materials, logistics and staffing.</li>
<li>Working closely with Corporate Communications, develop social media content, blog content, and other material that advances and supports the company culture, brand, reputation and role as the authoritative source of information on the electric grid and energy industry.</li>
</ul>
Government Affairs 
<ul>
<li>Work with the VP, External Affairs &amp; Corporate Communications and NYISO Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) to prepare responses to legislative inquiries and requests for information.</li>
<li>Assists in the establishment of effective relationships with legislative offices, governmental stakeholders, and technical experts to promote an understanding of the NYISO and the wholesale power industry.</li>
<li>Understands legislative operations and regularly attends legislative committee meetings and monitors legislative activities that impact the NYISO and the wholesale power markets.</li>
<li>Working closely with the VP, External Affairs &amp; Corporate Communications, develop an annual legislative outreach program to promote the NYISO as an independent source of information for key legislative personnel/committees on the bulk electric system.</li>
<li>Monitors, analyzes and tracks energy related issues and/or legislation.</li>
</ul>

Qualifications: 
<ul>
<li>Bachelor's degree (B.S.) in Business or Public Administration, Marketing or Political Science or other related field. Master's degree preferred.</li>
<li>Five or more years of energy industry experience preferred. </li>
<li>Five or more years of demonstrated success working in government or government affairs.</li>
<li>Strong oral and written communication skills, including public speaking and presentation skills, demonstrated to support business goals.</li>
<li>Ability to read, analyze and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures or government regulations. Ability to respond effectively to the most sensitive inquiries or complaints.</li>
<li>Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts and draw valid conclusions. Ability to interpret an extensive variety of legislative and regulatory documents and information.</li>
<li>Demonstrate excellent verbal and written communication and facilitation skills.</li>
<li>Understanding of the political and policy landscape in New York State.</li>
<li>Familiar with New York ethics regulations and filing requirements of the New York State Joint Commission on Public Ethics (JCOPE).</li>
<li>Must be detail-oriented, self-motivated and have the ability to act in a manner that will reflect positively on the organization.</li>
</ul>
Additional Requirements 
<ul>
<li>Good teamwork, interpersonal, and communication skills required.</li>
<li>Ability to read, analyze and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures or government regulations. Ability to respond effectively to the most sensitive inquiries or complaints.</li>
<li>Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts and draw valid conclusions. Ability to interpret an extensive variety of legislative and regulatory documents and information.</li>
<li>Demonstrate excellent verbal and written communication and facilitation skills.</li>
<li>Intermediate competency in Windows operating environment using MS Office applications, e-mail, internet programs, and the New York State Legislative Retrieval System (LRS).</li>
</ul>
PHYSICAL DEMANDS While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to stand, walk, sit and use hands to perform routine office tasks. The employee is occasionally required to reach with hands and arms. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 15 pounds. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
WORK ENVIRONMENT The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. Contact with staff and public will occur. Travel may be required to attend and/or conduct meetings, conferences and training. This position may require work on nights, weekends or holidays.
The NYISO takes pride in recruiting, developing and retaining highly talented individuals. In addition to competitive salaries, we offer a comprehensive benefits package and innovative reward programs.
The NYISO offers the flexibility to work both in the office and remotely, providing our employees with an enhanced work life balance. While the majority of the responsibilities of this role can be performed remotely, in most cases, employees will have periodic on-site requirements based on business needs. Full remote opportunities may be available in some cases.
All offers of employment will be made contingent upon the successful completion of a drug screening and background check.

The NYISO is an Equal Opportunity Employer and as such, does not discriminate in its hiring or employment practices.
Salary Range$76,200—$127,200 USD

Community & Government Affairs Representative

Vice President of Business and Finance/ CFO

<h3>Job Description</h3>
Marketing Director – Agency Operations and Creative Services
SUMMARY
SEMA is searching for an experienced forward thinking Marketing Director to lead agency operations and creative services for SEMA’s internal centralized marketing agency. The ideal candidate will be an innovative leader for SEMA, its members, and the aftermarket industry. This marketing position requires a strategic process focused yet creative marketing leader with an analytical, entrepreneurial, and agile mindset.

ORGANIZATION OVERVIEW
A love for cars, trucks and SUVs is the motivating force behind the Specialty Equipment Market Association (SEMA). This trade association consists of a diverse group of manufacturers, distributors, retailers, publishing companies, auto restorers, builders, restylers, car clubs, race teams and more. From performance products for street and race applications to accessories for late-model automobiles and light-duty trucks, SEMA-member companies contribute to the vitality and strength of a $42-billion-a-year retail industry.
SEMA is a non-profit association which behaves like a business. Its mission is to help its individual and business membership base succeed and prosper. Its members are the producers and marketers of specialty automotive products for cars, trucks, and SUVs.
SEMA helps its members make smarter business decisions; save money through group buying power; and network with key businesses in the industry. 
In addition to numerous member benefit programs, SEMA plays an active role in convening the industry through a variety of world class events. Each fall the SEMA Show is the industry’s largest (and in fact one of the world’s largest) trade shows, bringing together every segment of the automotive industry, from hot-rods and off-roads, to mobile electronics and collision repair. With more than 2,000 exhibiting companies and attendees from all over the world, the SEMA Show is where the hottest, newest automotive products debut. More information about this event is available at <a href="http://www.semashow.com" target="_blank">www.semashow.com</a>.
Learn more about SEMA on its website at <a href="http://www.sema.org" target="_blank">www.sema.org</a>. 

POSITION FOCUS
The Marketing Director will be responsible in driving all aspects of marketing strategy, operations, and creative services including marketing planning and production, project management, internal client relations, creative services, budget management, and analytics. Reporting to the Vice President of Marketing and closely working cross functionally with other members of the marketing team, and interacting with numerous stakeholders, outside agencies, and external contractors, the Marketing Director of Agency Operations will lead and oversee the creative services and project management teams to strategize, execute, deliver, and continuously improve and evolve marketing support needs for SEMA’s various business units. This individual will lead development and implementation of co-created strategies and marketing plans through a variety of marketing agency services. Together with the Vice President of Marketing this role will work to build a world class operations and creative services team and collaborate closely with other employees at all levels of the organization.
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:
Principal Duties and Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

<ol>
<li>Lead agency operations for SEMA’s internal marketing agency.</li>
<li>Direct the development, maintenance, continuous improvement of marketing agency structure, procedures, and practices.</li>
<li>Develop and execute annual strategic marketing plans to support the Association’s relevant strategic priorities and departmental goals. </li>
</ol>
<ol>
<li>Lead account services and partnership with department leaders in Events, Sales, Membership, Education, Research, Government Affairs, SEMA Data, SEMA Garage and SEMA’s various business units to develop, execute, and review approved marketing strategies to achieve SEMA’s priority strategic objectives while continuously improving how SEMA connects with its members.</li>
<li>Develop and manage marketing programs ensuring appropriate strategies, programs, tactics, and metrics are in place to progress SEMA’s efforts to build world class and industry leading marketing programs.</li>
</ol>
<ol>
<li>Oversee the marketing production process to consistently deliver high quality deliverables in a well-defined and agreed upon time frame.</li>
<li>Oversee and guide the creative development and distribution of marketing and promotional materials.</li>
</ol>
<ol>
<li> Manage the primary editing and proofreading of all promotional materials with Marketing Copywriter submitting comps for final approval.</li>
</ol>
<ol>
<li>Consistently communicate with SEMA Business Unit leaders and stakeholders to nurture and maintain positive client relationships.</li>
<li>Develop and maintain a Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) manual and quality control process for all marketing processes and activities.</li>
<li>Evaluate the effectiveness of ongoing marketing programs. Benchmark, evaluate, and develop/adjust programs to meet strategic and departmental goals.</li>
<li>Create and manage an annual operating budget for marketing­ related projects and provide regular performance reports, including cost/benefit analysis, to stake holders and management.</li>
<li>Manage various Marketing Team and Client budgets. Collaborate with VP of Marketing and various stakeholders to ensure marketing budgets are consistently updated and on target.</li>
</ol>
<ol>
<li>Engage and manage effective use of outside agencies and contractors.</li>
</ol>
<ol>
<li>Collaborate with Digital Marketing Director in the use of internal and external resources to execute digital advertising (DSP, Google, Social Advertising, etc.), SEO, web design/services, social media support, and video production.</li>
<li>Collaborate with IT and Digital Marketing Director to execute an effective market segmentation strategy to ensure that marketing deliverables are being received by the correct target audience(s). Build predictive models and participate in data mining efforts to prioritize targets.</li>
<li>Collaborate with Public Relations and Communications AVP in the use of internal and external to execute public relations and communications needs for various SEMA business unit leaders.</li>
</ol>
<ol>
<li>Work with SEMA News Publisher, Editorial Director, and PAPI team to implement SEMA business unit marketing initiatives.</li>
</ol>
<ol>
<li>Help Identify new marketing partners and opportunities. Foster relationships and partnerships with key businesses, agencies, content creators, designers, and outside contractors to expand the teams’ capabilities.</li>
<li>Attend and participate in SEMA sponsored and other external activities, events and functions as required.</li>
<li>When directed by management, perform other assignments and duties as required.</li>
</ol>
SKILLS AND REQUIREMENTS
<ul>
<li>Bachelor’s degree or higher. MBA preferred.</li>
<li>10+ years job experience related to marketing, marketing operations, creative services, client management, marketing strategy, and analytics.</li>
<li>5+ years managerial experience</li>
<li>Expertise in building, maintaining, and growing client relationships.</li>
<li>Expertise in utilization of a project management platform (Wrike, Asana, Monday, Basecamp, etc...)</li>
<li>Expertise in marketing strategy development, execution, and review.</li>
<li>Expertise in budget management, implementation, tracking, and reconciliation.</li>
<li>Expertise with accounting and budgeting software (Quickbooks, Dynamic Budgets, Netsuite, etc..)</li>
<li>Strong written, presentation, consulting, and communication skills.</li>
<li>Strong creative vision, able to provide insightful creative feedback.</li>
<li>Proven experience leading creative service group.</li>
<li>Proven experience leading marketing production and operations.</li>
<li>Proven experience leading multi-faceted teams.</li>
<li>Proven experience in automotive aftermarket industry or nonprofit industry a plus.</li>
<li>Agency experience and/or agency management a plus.</li>
<li>Knowledge and experience with various marketing tools, programs, and platforms.</li>
<li>Experience with Google Analytics and other analytical tools.</li>
<li>Data driven and highly analytical, capable of making metrics-based decisions.</li>
<li>Strategic-minded, always aware of the big picture.</li>
<li>High level of organization with the ability to manage multiple multi-faceted projects with various stakeholders with tight deadlines.</li>
<li>Process-oriented, self-starter mindset with a strong attention to detail.</li>
<li>Ability to work independently and collaboratively with team player mindset.</li>
<li>Thrives in environments with many different stakeholders and perspectives.</li>
<li>Sense of ownership and pride in personal and team performance and its impact on company’s success.</li>
<li>Is passionate in delivering world-class high-quality service and continually improving.</li>
<li>Growth mindset focused and radical candor oriented.</li>
</ul>
This job description is not intended to be and should not be construed as an all-inclusive list of all responsibilities, skills, relationships or working conditions associated with the position. While it is intended to be an accurate reflection of the job requirements, management reserves the right to modify, add or remove duties and to assign other duties as necessary.

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