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The Family Conservancy

<div>Description:
<p><b>
Location:</b> Kansas City Metro Area</p><p><b>
Organization:</b> Futures First<br>
<b>Job Type:</b> Full-time, Manager</p><h4 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>
Compensation:</b><b> The role described below offers a base salary of $50,000 - $65,000. Your offer will be determined based on how your qualifications align with the requirements of the position and internal equity. In addition to the stated salary, Futures First Total Rewards package includes a comprehensive benefits plan.</b></h4><h4 class="jobSectionHeader"><b><br>
Benefits Offered:</b></h4><ul><li>
Medical Insurance</li><li>
Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)</li><li>
Health Savings Accounts (HSA)</li><li>
Vision &amp; Dental Insurance</li><li>
Long-Term Disability Insurance</li><li>
Life Insurance</li><li>
403(b) Retirement Plan with matching up to 2%</li><li>
Yearly 5% employer retirement contribution</li><li>
Personal Time Off (PTO)</li><li>
Rolling Paid Holidays (<b>Instead of a fixed holiday schedule, employees may observe holidays that reflect their personal, cultural, or religious beliefs.</b>)</li><li>
Flexible Work Schedules (Hybrid Model)<br>
</li></ul><h4 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>
Lead With Purpose at One of the Region&rsquo;s Premier Nonprofits</b></h4><p>
Are you ready to take on a key manager role at one of the most impactful nonprofit organizations in the Kansas City metro? Futures First is seeking a <b>Marketing &amp; Communications Manager </b>to join our dynamic team. As a trusted leader in the community, Futures First has been strengthening families, supporting early education, and promoting economic stability for 145 years. We are a mission-driven organization dedicated to ensuring that every child has the opportunity to thrive, and we need an experienced finance executive to help guide our financial strategy and sustainability.</p><h4 class="jobSectionHeader"><b><br>
Futures First Theory of Change</b></h4><p>
At Futures First we believe that every child deserves a strong foundation for success. Our Theory of Change focuses on addressing early childhood education, economic stability, and family well-being to create lasting community impact. We invest in evidence-based programs, advocacy, and partnerships to ensure children and families receive the support they need to thrive. As <b>Marketing &amp; Communications Manager</b>, you will play a crucial role in sustaining this vision, ensuring financial strategies align with our long-term goals and community impact.</p><p><br>
The <b>Marketing and Communications Manager</b> leads integrated digital marketing efforts to elevate the Futures First brand, amplify its mission, and engage diverse audiences. In collaboration with the Marketing and Communications Director, this role manages and executes email marketing, social media, and communications that drive engagement and support organizational goals. The manager creates compelling, mission-driven content, manages targeted campaigns, and works cross-functionally to gather stories, promote programs and events, and maintain a consistent brand presence across all channels. This position requires a balance of strategic planning and hands-on execution, leveraging analytics to optimize performance while ensuring alignment with organizational values.</p><h4 class="jobSectionHeader"><b><br>
Key Responsibilities:</b></h4><ul><li>
Oversee the strategy, development, and execution of the organization&rsquo;s email marketing program, including segmentation, list management, performance analysis, and ongoing optimization to maximize engagement and conversions.</li><li>
Oversee the strategy, development, and execution of the organization&rsquo;s social media program, including content planning, platform management, audience engagement, paid advertising campaigns, performance analysis, and ongoing optimization to maximize reach, engagement, conversions, and overall impact.</li><li>
Develop and execute digital marketing and advertising campaigns, optimize website content and SEO for visibility, and track performance metrics to inform and improve future strategies.</li><li>
Create compelling digital and print assets to support programs, events, and outreach, including landing pages, event registration forms, and other digital storytelling tools.</li><li>
Gather program updates, impact stories, and staff highlights to enhance content and storytelling across channels.</li><li>
Work cross-functionally with internal teams to ensure messaging consistency, campaign alignment, and brand cohesion.</li><li>
Maintain and support the organization&rsquo;s brand voice, visual identity, and messaging consistency across all channels.</li><li>
Stay current on digital marketing trends, tools, and best practices to continuously improve strategy and execution.</li></ul>
Requirements:
<p><b>
Required Skills/Abilities:</b></p><ul><li>
Proficiency in marketing platforms (e.g., Adobe Creative Cloud, Wordpress, Meta Business Suite, Active Campaign or similar email platforms, Salesforce, etc.).</li><li>
Strong writing, editing, and storytelling skills.</li><li>
Experience working collaboratively across teams and departments.</li><li>
Ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.</li><li>
Experience in nonprofit or mission-driven organizations, preferred.</li><li>
Familiarity with CRM systems and donor engagement strategies, preferred.</li><li>
Graphic design or video editing skills, preferred.</li></ul><p><b>
Education and Experience:</b></p><ul><li>
Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in Marketing, Communications, or related field.</li><li>
A minimum of 5 years of experience in marketing, with a strong focus on email and social media.</li><li>
Experience in marketing or related fields may be accepted in lieu of a degree.</li></ul><p><b>
Physical Requirements:</b></p><ul><li>
Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.</li><li>
Must be able to lift up to 40 pounds at times.</li></ul><h4 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>
Why Join Futures First?</b></h4><p>
At Futures First, you will be part of a highly respected organization that <b>positively impacts thousands of children and families across the metro area</b>. We offer a collaborative and mission-driven culture where innovation, compassion, and excellence thrive. You&rsquo;ll have the opportunity to make a real difference&mdash;while working with a team that values your expertise, supports your growth, and celebrates your success.</p><h4 class="jobSectionHeader"><b><br>
Equal Employment Opportunity &amp; Accommodations</b></h4><p>
Futures First is an <b>Equal Opportunity Employer</b> and is committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other protected status.</p><p>
If you require a <b>reasonable accommodation</b> to participate in the application or interview process, please contact <b>Dr. Gino Taylor at hrdept@futuresfirstkc.org</b> to discuss your needs.</p></div>

Marketing & Communications Manager

Crux KC LLC

<div>Description:
<p>
At Crux, we believe great brands are built on bold ideas and powerful words. We&rsquo;re looking for a Senior Content Manager who excels at brand storytelling, creative concepting and copywriting&mdash;someone who can bring a brand&rsquo;s voice to life across campaigns, channels and experiences.</p><p>
This role is ideal for a strategic thinker and creative writer who thrives in a fast-paced, collaborative environment. You&rsquo;ll lead the development of brand messaging platforms, write compelling copy for digital and traditional channels, and help shape the creative direction of campaigns. You&rsquo;ll also support long-form storytelling and social content that deepens audience engagement and drives results.</p><h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b><br>
What You'll Do</b></h3><ul><li>
Lead brand messaging development for a variety of B2B and B2C clients.</li><li>
Craft compelling copy for websites, campaigns, taglines, headlines, video scripts and social media.</li><li>
Collaborate with designers and strategists to develop creative concepts and bring them to life.</li><li>
Write voice-driven content that aligns with brand tone and resonates with target audiences.</li><li>
Develop long-form content such as blogs, case studies, white papers and web copy that supports broader brand narratives.</li><li>
Create social media content that&rsquo;s engaging, on-brand and tailored to each platform.</li><li>
Conduct competitive messaging audits and present strategic recommendations to clients.</li><li>
Mentor and oversee junior content team members, supporting their growth and alignment with Crux&rsquo;s values.</li><li>
Manage multiple projects and deadlines with clarity and confidence.</li></ul><br>
Requirements:<h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><br>
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What You Bring</b></h3><ul><li>
5+ years of experience in copywriting, brand communications or creative content development.</li><li>
A portfolio that showcases some combination of brand messaging work, campaign copywriting, long-form storytelling and/or social content.</li><li>
Strong conceptual thinking and the ability to translate strategy into compelling content.</li><li>
Excellent writing, editing and presentation skills.</li><li>
Experience writing across a range of formats&mdash;from short-form ads to web copy to thought leadership blogs.</li><li>
Ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams and contribute to creative ideation.</li><li>
Familiarity with SEO and digital content best practices.</li></ul><h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>
Bonus Points For:</b></h3><ul><li>
Background in marketing, creative agencies or journalism.</li><li>
Experience leading or co-leading brand workshops or messaging sessions.</li><li>
Stellar presentation skills.</li></ul><h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>
What We Offer:</b></h3><ul><li>
Full-time position with competitive salary</li><li>
Health benefits + 401(k) with 3% non-elective contribution</li><li>
Bonus and referral opportunities</li><li>
Work-from-home Wednesdays</li><li>
A creative, collaborative and values-driven culture</li></ul><p><b>
Ready to Find Your Crux?</b></p></div>

Senior Content Manager

<div>Description:
<p>
As a Copywriter at Crux, you&rsquo;ll get to do a little bit of everything. From shaping brand narratives and helping brands find their voice, to concepting 360&ordm; campaigns and writing copy for a wide range of clients and formats. You&rsquo;ll also work closely with account leads, designers and strategists to ensure every piece of creative aligns with brand voice, audience goals and business strategy.</p><p>
This role demands a balance of conceptual thinking and tactical execution, with a strong grasp of creative fundamentals and marketing best practices. And while you don&rsquo;t have to have an opinion on oxford commas, we are interested in your opinions on barbecue sauces and movie plotholes.</p><p><b>
What You'll Do:</b></p><p>
Brand Messaging &amp; Voice:</p><ul><li>
Help define and evolve brand messaging frameworks for clients across industries, from legendary BBQ joints to innovative payment systems.</li><li>
Write with personality, but not always the same personality. Needs to be able to match the tone and style to each brand&rsquo;s unique voice.</li><li>
Ensure consistency of messaging across all touchpoints.</li></ul><p>
Conceptual Thinking &amp; Multi-Format Execution:</p><ul><li>
Work collaboratively with other team members to develop big ideas with legs.</li><li>
Bring big ideas to life through smart, strategic copy that works across formats&mdash;web, email, social, video and more.</li><li>
Translate creative concepts into clear, engaging messaging that connects with target audiences.</li><li>
Adapt messaging for different channels while maintaining brand integrity and voice.</li></ul><p>
Campaign Development:</p><ul><li>
Collaborate with art directors, designers, PR and digital teams to make sure every piece of a campaign is as cohesive and on-message as possible.</li><li>
Make sure that every piece of a campaign fits together to tell a clear, actionable story.</li><li>
Write compelling copy for campaign assets including landing pages, email sequences, social posts, and paid media.</li></ul><p>
Daily Marketing Execution:</p><ul><li>
Support retainer clients with ongoing marketing needs including email marketing, social content, website updates, and product copy.</li><li>
Follow editorial calendars and content workflows to ensure timely delivery of assets.</li><li>
Respond quickly to shifting priorities and client feedback with professionalism and agility.</li><li>
Never hesitate to ask clarifying questions or communicate timeline concerns before they&rsquo;re a concern.</li></ul><p>
Editing &amp; Quality Control:</p><ul><li>
Proofread and edit content for grammar, clarity, accuracy, and brand alignment.</li><li>
Maintain high editorial standards across all client work.</li><li>
Have an eye for consistency and notice things like that oxford comma two bullets up.</li></ul><p>
Collaboration &amp; Communication:</p><ul><li>
Work closely with account managers, other creatives, digital teams, and PR teams to bring ideas to life.</li><li>
Communicate clearly and proactively with internal teams and clients.</li><li>
Actively participate in brainstorming, reviews, and strategy sessions to elevate creative output.</li><li>
Again, work closely across internal teams to make sure the work is as good as it can be.</li></ul>
Requirements:
<p><b>
What You Bring:</b></p><ul><li>
3-5 years of professional writing experience in marketing, advertising, branding, or similar.</li><li>
Strong portfolio showcasing a range of work&mdash;from high-level brand messaging to engaging campaign copy across a variety of media.</li><li>
Understanding of brand messaging principles and tone of voice, and ability to apply them across channels.</li><li>
Exceptional writing, editing and storytelling skills.</li><li>
Experience (or at least an appetite for) writing for both B2B and B2C audiences.</li><li>
Ability to manage multiple projects and meet tight deadlines.</li><li>
Familiarity with SEO, email marketing and CMS platforms.</li><li>
Proficiency in Microsoft Office; experience with project management tools like Wrike is a plus. Don&rsquo;t worry, you don&rsquo;t need to be an Excel wizard, but if you can look at a spreadsheet without crying (much), we&rsquo;d appreciate it.</li><li>
Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in marketing, communications, or journalism is ideal, but if you have four years of copywriting experience and an engineering degree, we won&rsquo;t hold it against you. We will have questions though.</li><li>
Genuine enthusiasm.</li></ul><p>
Ready to find your Crux?</p></div>

Copywriter

<div>Description:
<p>
So, what is Crux? It&rsquo;s the nitty gritty, the heart of the matter. It&rsquo;s substance, the bottom line. We know the traditional agency model isn&rsquo;t an ideal fit for everyone, so we take a different approach. Think of us as the &ldquo;un-agency.&rdquo;</p><p>
When you join Crux, one of Kansas City&rsquo;s Best Places to Work, you become part of an entrepreneurial team that&rsquo;s committed to elevating brands and amplifying missions. Trusting, accountable and unrelenting, we&rsquo;re driven to help each other&mdash;and our clients&mdash;succeed.</p><p>
Our fast-growing, ever-changing team is looking for a full-time Marketing Manager to help us manage and serve our expanding list of clients. The right person for the role is a self-starter who consistently demonstrates strong project management and client relationship skills. As primary point of contact for clients, you will work closely with the Client CMO to develop integrated multi-channel marketing campaigns and lead internal resources to execute the plan. You&rsquo;ll work with members of the Crux team to uphold our TEAM CRUX values and collaborate with specialty teams to execute on client deliverables.</p><p><b>
This candidate must:</b></p><ul><li>
Be an exceptional role model for the company values</li><li>
Be well-organized and highly responsive</li><li>
Have strong project management skills and understand marketing workflows, timelines and deliverables</li><li>
Make a strong first impression</li><li>
Demonstrate strong written and verbal communication skills</li><li>
Be highly adaptable to a changing work environment and shifting client demands</li><li>
Effectively build relationships and demonstrate maturity in work style</li><li>
Engage active listening skills</li><li>
Embrace collaboration</li></ul><h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:</b></h3><p><b>
Project Management</b></p><ul><li>
Define project scope, objectives, deliverables and timelines in collaboration with marketing team and specialty teams</li><li>
Lead the development and execution of complex marketing projects and campaigns</li><li>
Balance resources, allocated budgets and timelines across multiple projects and departments to optimize efficiency and profitability. Coordinate with all internal stakeholders to ensure seamless collaboration and communication</li><li>
Act as the primary point of contact between the marketing team, specialty teams and third-party vendors, ensuring that all stakeholders are aligned</li><li>
Maintain communication with clients as needed to provide project updates</li><li>
Communicates clearly and promptly, responding to client emails and calls the same day</li><li>
Anticipate client concerns or project roadblocks promptly and escalate to appropriate resources as needed</li></ul><p><b>
Marketing Management</b></p><ul><li>
Anticipate and be prepared to address CMO needs</li><li>
Ensure the project team meets or exceeds client expectations for quality, timeliness and accuracy</li><li>
Monitor utilization of client hours and projects, adjusting deliverables and managing client expectations</li><li>
Stay updated on industry trends and best practices to ensure innovative and impactful project delivery</li><li>
Assist with administrative duties such as: organizing internal and external meetings and assets for deliverables, preparing agendas for all client-facing and internal meetings, taking comprehensive notes during meetings and following up with internal teams and clients afterward to ensure alignment</li><li>
Co-lead assigned client meetings, with support from Client CMO</li><li>
Involved in the creative process and able to provide clear direction in accurate and complete project briefs</li><li>
Partner with Traffic Manager and other internal stakeholders to bridge client and production team needs</li><li>
Approve content and creative before it goes to Client CMO, ensuring work meets expectations with strategy and is finished error-free</li><li>
Assist in the coordination, planning and management of client marketing programs and campaigns</li><li>
Support account leadership by drafting weekly client status recaps</li><li>
Develop and maintain relationships with clients, gatekeepers and Crux team members</li><li>
Leverage Crux&rsquo;s tech stack, adhering to best practices, to efficiently manage internal communication and resources</li></ul>
Requirements:<h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><br>
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QUALIFICATIONS</b><b>:</b></h3><ul><li>
Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in marketing, public relations or journalism</li><li>
Able to effectively manage multiple projects to completion by possessing a sense of urgency and use of best practices in meeting project deadlines</li><li>
Five plus years of marketing and project management experience working in a professional or corporate environment</li><li>
Demonstrated ability to collaborate and communicate verbally and in writing throughout all levels of an organization, both internally and externally</li><li>
A self-starter with strong professional interpersonal skills</li><li>
Ability to manage up and effectively read a room</li><li>
Proven ability to thrive in a deadline-driven environment while working independently and as part of a team</li><li>
Ability to adapt to an ever-changing work environment</li><li>
Proficient with Microsoft Office (Word, Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint)</li></ul><p><b>
Job Type</b></p><ul><li>
Full-time</li><li>
Health benefits</li><li>
401(k) 3% non-elective contribution</li><li>
Bonus opportunities</li><li>
Referral bonus opportunities</li><li>
Paid time off</li><li>
Work from home Wednesdays</li></ul></div>

Marketing Manager

UltraTech Aerospace

<div><div>The Program Manager is responsible for managing multiple programs and coordinating efforts to ensure that UTA delivers a quality, on-time, and cost-effective product. They are responsible for coordinating multiple projects that are critical to organizational goals. A Program Manager oversees the entire process and offers strategic guidance to the Director of Operations, while ensuring proper internal and external communications.</div><br>
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</div><div><b>Job Duties (Includes but not limited to the below)</b></div><br>
<div></div>
<ul>
<li>Review open action items and project schedules; organize daily activities based on the goals of the organization.</li>
<li>Manage Outside Service POs to support project schedules and on-time delivery</li>
<li>Respond to open customer questions or requests promptly</li>
<li>Facilitate customer engagement and support strategic growth initiatives
</li><li>Develop and maintain positive relationships with customers and suppliers
</li><li>Review customer orders, order changes and request for quotes</li>
<li>Facilitate team coordination and communication through team status meetings, corrective action collaboration, and one-on-one interface</li>
</ul><ul><li>Build new project schedules as needed with all resources and dates identified.</li>
<li>Plan follow-up meetings with necessary departments
</li><li>Review production status to ensure programs are on track. Discuss any at-risk programs during the production meeting.</li>
<li>Provide UTA management team with a weekly status report on 30-, 60-, and 90-day revenue projections</li>
<li>Attend, participate, and lead as necessary - weekly production and procurement team meetings</li>
<li>Compile and review customer financial and delivery performance</li>
<li>Review WIP costs for accuracy and take action if WIP targets are not being met.
</li><li>Identify continuous improvement opportunities</li></ul><br>
<div></div>
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Qualifications</b></div><br>
<div></div>
<ul>
<li>5 years&rsquo; experience in the Aerospace industry
</li><li>5 years&rsquo; experience working with ERP systems (preferably Epicor)</li>
<li>Experience managing operational customer support teams
</li><li>Must have related experience in both distribution and CNC machining
</li><li>Strong understanding of procurement activities
</li><li>Strong understanding of quoting activities
</li><li>Strong understanding of project management
</li><li>Strong interpersonal, verbal, written, and presentation skills
</li><li>Embraces multi-tasking
</li><li>Must have a positive, &ldquo;can do&rdquo; attitude
</li><li>Motivated, self-starter- must take on new roles and responsibilities as needed
</li><li>Must have strong working knowledge of MS Office 365
</li><li>Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Admin, Engineering, or a related field, and/or equivalent experience.</li></ul><br>
<div><br>
This position requires use of information or access to hardware which is subject to the International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). All applicants must be U.S. persons within the meaning of ITAR. ITAR defines a U.S. person as a U.S. Citizen, U.S. Permanent Resident (i.e., 'Green Card Holder').</div><br>
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Project Management</b></div></div></div></div></div><div><div><div><div><div>
Pay Type</div><div><b>
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Travel Required</div><div><b>
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Program Manager

Labconco Corporation

<div>Description:<p><br>
</p><p>Labconco is seeking an experienced <b>Website Manager</b> to join our Marketing team. If you&rsquo;re passionate about digital strategy, user experience, and optimizing web platforms that support innovation in science and technology, this role is for you. In this position, you&rsquo;ll lead the management, and optimization of Labconco&rsquo;s web presence&mdash;from driving traffic to enhancing the customer journey across our digital ecosystem.</p><p>
What You&rsquo;ll Bring:</p><ul><li>
Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in Computer Science, Marketing, Business, or relevant field.</li><li>
Experience managing enterprise-level websites (such as Contentful and Magento), or headless CMS platforms.</li><li>
Familiarity with digital tools including HTML, CSS, JavaScript, Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, and CRM platforms.</li><li>
A solid understanding of B2B digital marketing strategies.</li><li>
Excellent communication, analytical, and technical problem-solving skills.</li><li>
Ability to work on-site in Kansas City and collaborate across teams.</li></ul><p><br>
Why Labconco?</p><p>
At Labconco, we are driven by a mission to create tools that help scientists solve the world's greatest challenges. As a part of our team, you&rsquo;ll work in a culture that values innovation, collaboration, and making a difference. We offer competitive compensation, benefits, and the opportunity to grow your digital career while supporting meaningful scientific work.</p><p>
Responsible for maintaining and growing engagement on the company&rsquo;s website platforms including but not limited to updating content, developing pages and digital assets for new product launches and features, ongoing website SEO and digital assets for campaigns.</p>
Requirements:
<p><b>
Essential Duties and Responsibilities</b></p><p><br>
</p><ul><li>Manage and configure content across integrated, headless CMS platforms e.g. Contentful and Magento (Adobe Commerce Cloud), while supporting digital products and marketing initiatives.</li><li>
Analyze digital traffic and user behavior, extract actionable insights, and collaborate with team members to implement strategies that enhance SEO/GEO improvements, email nurturing campaigns, social media engagement, and other digital marketing initiatives.</li><li>
Identify and implement web search engine and generative AI optimization best practices.</li><li>
Research and share emerging digital trends and technologies with the team to support innovation where appropriate.</li><li>
Conduct multivariate web testing where practical, and provide results to management.</li><li>
Assist in establishing, documenting and communicating processes for efficient digital operations.</li><li>
Maintain professional relationships with internal and external resources work closely with external vendors for website development and maintenance.</li><li>
Monitor, maintain, and promptly respond to correspondence.</li></ul><p><b>
Nice to have/bonus:</b></p><ul><li>
Oversee and maintain division microsites and marketing landing pages built on platforms such as WordPress and Salesforce Account Engagement.</li><li>
Develop and execute email marketing campaigns using Salesforce Account Engagement (formerly Pardot), including content creation, audience segmentation, and performance tracking.</li><li>
Execute and optimize digital marketing campaigns across all channels, leveraging CRM and marketing automation; track and report performance metrics (ROI, KPIs).</li><li>
Assist in evaluating customer research, market conditions and competitor data to ensure digital activities and messaging are driving business.</li></ul><p><b>
Benefits</b></p><ul><li>
PTO, 9 paid holidays, Medical, HSA, FSA, Dental, Vision, 401k (Traditional and Roth), Company paid life insurance, LTD &amp; STD.</li></ul><p><b>
EOE/M/F/Vet/Disabled</b></p></div>

Website Manager

Baker Distributing Company

<div><p>Job Summary</p><p>
The Regional Manager is responsible for managing sales, operations and profitability of multiple Sales Centers within a designated region of the Company. The primary purpose of this position is to achieve revenue and operating profit growth targets through effective leadership and represent Baker Distributing as a leader in the industry ensuring maximum sales. Each Center is an established wholesale HVAC, Refrigeration, Food Services distributorship that carries multiple brands of equipment, parts and supplies. The Regional Manager assumes full responsibility for HVAC residential and contractor sales, including support products, and will manage the General Sales Force and Sales Center Managers of our Sales Centers. The ultimate goal of this role is to develop a strong team of Sales Representatives and efficient Sales Centers that are able to sell, acquire and maintain a strong customer base while managing the Operations integrity and controls supporting and collaborating with the Regional Operations Manager.</p><p></p><p>
Essential Duties/Accountabilities</p><ul><li><p>
Duties and responsibilities will include but are not limited to:</p></li><li><p>
Represent Baker Distributing as a leader in the industry ensuring maximum sales and profitability.</p></li><li><p>
Secure maximum market share and sales dollars consistent with established sales policies and programs.</p></li><li><p>
Develop market strategies and solicit new accounts and dealers.</p></li><li><p>
Accountable for setting targets for direct reports and articulate a clear vision on the challenges and opportunities facing the Region.</p></li><li><p>
Take proactive approach to sales development and problem solving.</p></li><li><p>
Support, manage and lead multiple Sales Centers and operation leaders.</p></li><li><p>
Manage, motivate, measure and increase productivity and efficiencies of the Sales Center Managers.</p></li><li><p>
Provide instruction, training and guidance to the operations of Sales Centers; including Warehouse, Receiving/Shipping, Delivery, Fleet Drivers, Showroom, Warranty, Counter Sales and Inside Sales personnel.</p></li><li><p>
Serve as a host at dealer meetings, conferences, conventions, incentive trips and all other similar functions.</p></li><li><p>
Conducting open houses or counter days. Support Marketing Manager on any sales marketing programs</p></li><li><p>
Participate as requested in home product shows, utility sponsored events, industry associations, etc. Attend, when necessary, training classes to acquire the skills to meet our customers&rsquo; needs and expectations and to keep abreast with technical developments and changes in product lines.</p></li><li><p>
Assist in resolving customer relations problems with both dealers and end users.</p></li><li><p>
Manages Expenditure of inventory investments with Proper planning, justification, measurement of inventory and target customer. negotiate 100% rebalance agreements with vendors</p></li><li><p>
Responsible for Market Pricing, Market intel and development of Pricing profiles for region by location, by customer and working with Pricing group for analytics and Pricing models to maximize profitability</p></li><li><p>
Responsible for Region&rsquo;s P&amp;L.</p></li><li><p>
Responsible for the collaboration and delegation of duties of the Regional Operations Manager and Sales Center Manager to maximize profitability through all processes at a sales center</p></li><li><p>
Responsible for the overall Business Development, Planning, Measurement and profitable growth through the Communication and Collaboration of all personnel within the region</p></li><li><p>
Responsible to work directly with H/R for each individual recruit through Sales Center Manager and Operations Manager to ensure they fulfill the complete Criteria of the Job Role as well as the accountability of each indivdual.</p></li><li><p>
Perform other duties as assigned.</p></li></ul><p></p><p>
Qualifications</p><ul><li><p>
High&#8209;school diploma or equivalent (e.g., GED) certificate required.</p></li><li><p>
Preferred but not required: Bachelor&rsquo;s degree &hellip; An equivalent combination of education and experience may substitute.</p></li><li><p>
Minimum of 5 years of operational experience &hellip; Desirable: Experience managing wholesale HVAC&#8209;equipment supply houses.</p></li><li><p>
Minimum of 3 years of experience working with residential and commercial contractor relationships.</p></li><li><p>
Demonstrated success in sales, marketing, operations, and leadership roles.</p></li><li><p>
Demonstrated success in developing business plans that grow markets, increase market share, and improve profitability.</p></li><li><p>
Demonstrated success in managing and mentoring sales employees while establishing and meeting sales goals.</p></li></ul><p></p><p>
Skills</p><ul><li><p>
Able to communicate clearly with internal and external groups at all organizational levels.</p></li><li><p>
Able to read and interpret profit&#8209;and&#8209;loss statements.</p></li><li><p>
Comfortable working in a rapid&#8209;change setting and able to juggle multiple tasks at different levels.</p></li><li><p>
Able to deliver clear, high&#8209;quality presentations.</p></li><li><p>
Can work autonomously while meeting assigned goals and deadlines.</p></li><li><p>
Demonstrates a desire to learn, teach, and lead others.</p></li><li><p>
Strong estimating skills combined with effective negotiation techniques.</p></li><li><p>
Strong interpersonal skills.</p></li><li><p>
Excellent customer service mindset with the ability to develop long-term relationships.</p></li><li><p>
Excellent written and verbal communication skills.</p></li><li><p>
Excellent analytical aptitude with a proven ability to analyze/interpret data.</p></li><li><p>
Strong and creative problem-solving skills</p></li><li><p>
Ability to work independently and in a team environment.</p></li><li><p>
Proactively seeks continuous process and service improvements.</p></li><li><p>
This role requires the ability to understand and communicate in English to comply with safety standards, training, policies, and procedures. Reasonable accommodations will be provided to support effective communication.</p></li></ul><p></p><p>
Physical Demands and Work Environment</p><p>
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job.</p><ul><li><p>
Required to move parts and equipment weighing up to 50 pounds.</p></li><li><p>
Required to position self to access equipment by standing, sitting, or walking, climbing, kneeling, crouching, or crawling.</p></li><li><p>
Operates computer and telephone equipment for extended periods of time.</p></li><li><p>
Visual acuity is required to perform essential job functions such as reading labels, inspecting equipment, monitoring inventory, and operating machinery. Tasks may involve close vision, distance vision, color differentiation, peripheral awareness, depth perception, and visual focus.</p></li><li><p>
Required to operate warehouse equipment such as forklifts and pallet jacks</p></li></ul><p></p><p>
Travel</p><ul><li><p>
Frequent travel to all locations within your assigned geographic region is required.</p></li></ul><p></p><p>
Supervisory</p><ul><li><p>
This role provides direct supervision to Sales Center Managers, Territory Managers and indirect supervision to field personnel within the assigned region.</p></li></ul><p>
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