Forty Niner Shops
Associate Director-Business Dev. (full-time, non-CSULB student)
Forty Niner Shops, Long Beach, California, us, 90899
Job Summary:
Under the direction of the Chief Business Offer, The Associate Director of Business Development supports strategic initiatives for the Beach Shops. This role oversees emerging initiatives and strategic projects, conducts and presents cost-benefit analyses. This position evaluates multiple point of sale and inventory control systems, oversees implementation of new systems and provides feedback on improving efficiencies of systems. The Associate Director is responsible for implementing new initiatives and improving their efficiencies. Additionally, this position assists the Chief Business Officer with development, leadership analysis, and oversight of various projects and initiatives. The role includes developing budgets for revenue-generating departments and providing guidance and training to directors and associate directors. The Associate Director consults with internal and external stakeholders to ensure alignment of processes, goals, and objectives. They manage vendor programs, oversee contracts, conduct weekly sales analysis, and report any variances in sales or expenses. Furthermore, the Associate Director assists with policy review and compliance monitoring.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Conduct regular business analysis to identify areas for improvement. Implement strategies to enhance operational efficiency Provide visionary leadership in seeking new markets and business opportunities, including retail merchandise, course materials, e-commerce and commercial food operations Analyze information, problems, situations, procedures, etc. to define problems, identify relevant issues, and generate reasonable and appropriate alternatives for solutions Oversees the development and planning of budgets for each revenue generating division Montor financial performance and report on variances Analyze profit and loss statements to guide decision-making and ensure profitable operations Manages, directs, plans and executes projects and initiatives to ensure timely completion, engage with stakeholders through regular updates Manage, direct, plan, organize, and supervise the outdoor vendor program and outdoor vendor relationships Oversee vendor contracts and ensure compliance with terms Identify, evaluate and implement system improvements or replacements Integrate new systems to streamline operations Ensure compliance with company policies and procedures Review and update policies and processes as needed Ensure continued compliance with all local, state, and federal health, safety, and employment laws, as well as alcohol and beverage control regulations Regularly review and update policies and processes to ensure efficiency and compliance Develop and manage various schedules, including back to school, Saturday opening/closing, and Store and Restaurant Calendars Assist with scheduling of special events Conduct sales analysis for Rush, Commencement, and Open House events Compile and present detailed sales reports to the executive team Prepare and submit various analytical reports for analysis and improvement Regularly review and update policies and processes to ensure efficiency and compliance Create initiatives that further the corporation's overall goals Develop and implement efficient policies and procedures for all revenue-generating operations Foster a culture of excellence and continuous improvement within the corporation Ensure departmental compliance with university policies and the corporate mission by setting strategic goals, objectives, and service activities, and evaluating progress towards their accomplishment Oversee revenue-generating operations by identifying needs, troubleshooting, and resolving issues Assist with planning and oversight of special events Assess and analyze departmental budgets and financial reports for revenue-generating departments and reportany variances Develop and maintain positive working relationships with customers, co-workers, vendors, student organizations, faculty, staff and University personnel. Participate in university committees and professional programs, and activities furthering the interest of the auxiliary Perform other duties as assigned, which are reasonably within the scope of the job Supervisory Responsibilities:
This position supervises and renders guidance to all staff within their department, under their immediate direction, including interns. Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the Beach Shops policies and procedures.
Qualifications:
The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.
Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and experience. 7 years of experience of increasing responsibility in sales and operations in a higher education environment, including at least three years in a management position. Experience in buying for resale. Knowledge of shipping and receiving, warehouse operations, and inventory management control. Proficiency in budget development, fiscal controls, and accounting. Ability to plan, organize, and direct the work of staff members. Strong communication and leadership skills. Ability to follow written and verbal instructions regarding safety procedures. Must have advanced knowledge of Microsoft products as well as management of point of sale and inventory control systems. Additional responsibilities may include driving company vehicles. Employee must have a valid CA driver's license, maintain a clean driving record, and attend the Driver Safety training course. Basic knowledge of PC and Microsoft Office Word, Excel, and Outlook. Effective communication skills in English, both written and oral. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with a customer service orientation.
Background
Check
:
A background check (including criminal records) must be completed satisfactorily before any candidate can be offered a position with the Beach Shops at the CSU. The Beach Shops will make a conditional offer of employment, which may be rescinded if the background check reveals disqualifying information, and/or it is discovered that the candidate knowingly withheld or falsified information. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may affect the application status of applicants or continued employment of current employees who apply for this position.
Physical Demands:
The job will require the employee to work in an office/bookstore environment while working at a desk and viewing a computer screen for long periods of time. The employee is regularly required to sit, talk, hear, and use office equipment within arm's reach. Specific vision abilities are required, which may include close vision and the ability to adjust focus. There will be long periods of time standing on their feet and moving around in a large building. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 40 pounds. The employee must comply with the University's rules and regulations as well as the Beach Shops.
Work Environment:
The employee is typically in a climate-controlled indoor environment within the bookstore and occasionally has movement throughout the warehouse and outdoors, with exposure to weather conditions. The noise level in the work environment is quiet to moderate. Occasionally the work environment will have high customer traffic during rush, during sales, and during the beginning of each new semester.
Under the direction of the Chief Business Offer, The Associate Director of Business Development supports strategic initiatives for the Beach Shops. This role oversees emerging initiatives and strategic projects, conducts and presents cost-benefit analyses. This position evaluates multiple point of sale and inventory control systems, oversees implementation of new systems and provides feedback on improving efficiencies of systems. The Associate Director is responsible for implementing new initiatives and improving their efficiencies. Additionally, this position assists the Chief Business Officer with development, leadership analysis, and oversight of various projects and initiatives. The role includes developing budgets for revenue-generating departments and providing guidance and training to directors and associate directors. The Associate Director consults with internal and external stakeholders to ensure alignment of processes, goals, and objectives. They manage vendor programs, oversee contracts, conduct weekly sales analysis, and report any variances in sales or expenses. Furthermore, the Associate Director assists with policy review and compliance monitoring.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Conduct regular business analysis to identify areas for improvement. Implement strategies to enhance operational efficiency Provide visionary leadership in seeking new markets and business opportunities, including retail merchandise, course materials, e-commerce and commercial food operations Analyze information, problems, situations, procedures, etc. to define problems, identify relevant issues, and generate reasonable and appropriate alternatives for solutions Oversees the development and planning of budgets for each revenue generating division Montor financial performance and report on variances Analyze profit and loss statements to guide decision-making and ensure profitable operations Manages, directs, plans and executes projects and initiatives to ensure timely completion, engage with stakeholders through regular updates Manage, direct, plan, organize, and supervise the outdoor vendor program and outdoor vendor relationships Oversee vendor contracts and ensure compliance with terms Identify, evaluate and implement system improvements or replacements Integrate new systems to streamline operations Ensure compliance with company policies and procedures Review and update policies and processes as needed Ensure continued compliance with all local, state, and federal health, safety, and employment laws, as well as alcohol and beverage control regulations Regularly review and update policies and processes to ensure efficiency and compliance Develop and manage various schedules, including back to school, Saturday opening/closing, and Store and Restaurant Calendars Assist with scheduling of special events Conduct sales analysis for Rush, Commencement, and Open House events Compile and present detailed sales reports to the executive team Prepare and submit various analytical reports for analysis and improvement Regularly review and update policies and processes to ensure efficiency and compliance Create initiatives that further the corporation's overall goals Develop and implement efficient policies and procedures for all revenue-generating operations Foster a culture of excellence and continuous improvement within the corporation Ensure departmental compliance with university policies and the corporate mission by setting strategic goals, objectives, and service activities, and evaluating progress towards their accomplishment Oversee revenue-generating operations by identifying needs, troubleshooting, and resolving issues Assist with planning and oversight of special events Assess and analyze departmental budgets and financial reports for revenue-generating departments and reportany variances Develop and maintain positive working relationships with customers, co-workers, vendors, student organizations, faculty, staff and University personnel. Participate in university committees and professional programs, and activities furthering the interest of the auxiliary Perform other duties as assigned, which are reasonably within the scope of the job Supervisory Responsibilities:
This position supervises and renders guidance to all staff within their department, under their immediate direction, including interns. Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the Beach Shops policies and procedures.
Qualifications:
The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.
Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and experience. 7 years of experience of increasing responsibility in sales and operations in a higher education environment, including at least three years in a management position. Experience in buying for resale. Knowledge of shipping and receiving, warehouse operations, and inventory management control. Proficiency in budget development, fiscal controls, and accounting. Ability to plan, organize, and direct the work of staff members. Strong communication and leadership skills. Ability to follow written and verbal instructions regarding safety procedures. Must have advanced knowledge of Microsoft products as well as management of point of sale and inventory control systems. Additional responsibilities may include driving company vehicles. Employee must have a valid CA driver's license, maintain a clean driving record, and attend the Driver Safety training course. Basic knowledge of PC and Microsoft Office Word, Excel, and Outlook. Effective communication skills in English, both written and oral. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with a customer service orientation.
Background
Check
:
A background check (including criminal records) must be completed satisfactorily before any candidate can be offered a position with the Beach Shops at the CSU. The Beach Shops will make a conditional offer of employment, which may be rescinded if the background check reveals disqualifying information, and/or it is discovered that the candidate knowingly withheld or falsified information. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may affect the application status of applicants or continued employment of current employees who apply for this position.
Physical Demands:
The job will require the employee to work in an office/bookstore environment while working at a desk and viewing a computer screen for long periods of time. The employee is regularly required to sit, talk, hear, and use office equipment within arm's reach. Specific vision abilities are required, which may include close vision and the ability to adjust focus. There will be long periods of time standing on their feet and moving around in a large building. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 40 pounds. The employee must comply with the University's rules and regulations as well as the Beach Shops.
Work Environment:
The employee is typically in a climate-controlled indoor environment within the bookstore and occasionally has movement throughout the warehouse and outdoors, with exposure to weather conditions. The noise level in the work environment is quiet to moderate. Occasionally the work environment will have high customer traffic during rush, during sales, and during the beginning of each new semester.