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Market
Stand Manager
We are seeking a
Market Stand Manager to join our team. This
position is responsible
for developing and maintaining the positive image of the Sakuma
Family business by educating the public of its history, mission and
values. The Market Stand
Manager is responsible for the efficient and profitable management
of the Market Stand operations by increasing sales and minimizing
labor and inventory costs for maximum profitability.
This position is seasonal, beginning in the Spring as a
part-time position (April – May) and then for the Summer until Fall
changes to a full-time position (June – beginning of October).
Essential functions include:
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Create, revise, and maintain written procedures and
process for the effective and efficient operations
of the Market Stand.
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Prepare a budget for review and approval by the
Director of Profitability Development and Marketing.
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Manage the staff and daily operations of the Market
Stand, including the Ice Cream House, Kitchen House,
U-Pick, and other special events held at the Market
Stand.
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Prepare work schedules to maintain staffing at the
appropriate levels to operate at peak efficiency
without compromising customer service and in
developing continuity and depth in key positions.
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Insure the safe and secure handling of cash and
sales receipts of the Market Stand Operations in
accordance with Holding Company internal control
procedures.
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Prepare and maintain training manuals and operation
procedures.
Provide orientation and training of all seasonal
employees, including service and sales training,
cash handling, and use of the Point of Sales (POS)
system.
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Coordinate and schedule safety and first aid
training of all Market Stand employees.
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Work in coordination with the Human Resources
Manager on all personnel actions, including but not
limited to interviewing, hiring, preparing pay rates
and schedules, preparing performance appraisals, and
making recommendations for promotions, wage
adjustments, demotions, disciplinary actions, and
discharge.
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Oversee the opening and closing of the Market Stand
Operations and ensure daily submittal of cash,
check, and credit receipts and sales information to
the Accounting Manager in accordance with Holding
Company internal control procedures.
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Provide accurate and timely data on sales, costs,
inventory, and other related income and expense, and
cash flow information for the creation of annual and
long-term budgets.
Manage operations based on an approved
budget.
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Assist the Director of Profitability Development and
Marketing in the short and long-term strategic
planning and implementation of the Market Stand
operations as viable and self-sustaining profit
centers.
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In coordination with the Accounting Manager, manage
Accounts Payable accounts with distributors and
coordinate purchases, shipments, and deliveries of
items. Receive and record inventory and manage
inventory within approved budget.
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Oversee and coordinate the viewing, testing, and
finalizing recipes for existing and new bakery
products.
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Create and implement a sales consignment program
featuring local artisans and crafters.
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Coordinate the cleaning and maintenance of Market
Stand buildings prior to opening and at the close of
the season.
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Effectively and efficiently manage the Market Stand
Operations in accordance with the attached
organizational structure.
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Represent the Market Stand at sales and marketing
conferences and events that promote the
farm-to-market/farm-to-table and eat “local”
strategy.
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Attend trade shows for ideas and inventory purchases
for Market Stand.
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Coordinate and guide field trips and tours for
schools, camps, church groups, special interest
groups in support of community service and
involvement.
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Attend Holding Company staff meetings and
participate in the research and development of new
markets, procedures, and processes to maximize
efficiency and profitability of the Market Stand and
Ice Cream House.
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Perform related duties that may not be specifically
listed in the Position Description, but are within
the general occupational series and responsibility
level typically associated with the employee’s
classification of work.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
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Strong communication skills including the ability to
provide excellent customer service, tactfully
address customer complaints; and train, manage, and
motivate employees.
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Knowledge and experience in effective marketing and
public relations.
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Knowledge of overall farm and business operations
and the ability to assess future needs as they
relate to the overall Market concept.
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Knowledge of standard accounting practices and
procedures.
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Strong mathematical skills
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Skilled in inventory control and management.
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Ability to understand and follow written and oral
instructions.
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Ability to use computer spreadsheets, word
processing systems and electronic communications.
Qualifications:
A Bachelor or Associate degree in management, marketing, public
relations, education or related field required.
A minimum of two (2) years previous work experience in the
agricultural industry is preferred.
An equivalent combination of education and experience may be
substituted that provides the skills, knowledge and abilities to
perform the essential functions of the position.
Working Conditions/Physical Requirements:
Work is performed both indoors and outdoors (office environment and
at the Market Stand). Travel
in and outside the state may be required to attend market shows,
conferences, and other meetings.
Physical requirements include minimal lifting, pushing, and
pulling.
Submit
cover letter, resume and employment
application to:
hrdept@sakumabros.com or mail to:
HR Dept. Sakuma Bros. Farms, P.O. Box 427, Burlington, WA
98233.
Sakuma Bros. Farms Employment Application
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