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Our client is a dedicated provider of components and avionics for turbine-powered corporate aircraft--around the world. They are the premier source for most business aviation aircraft, including Beechjets, Hawkers, Citations, Challengers and King Airs. They are seeking an Aviation Sales Account Representative to join their team in Atlanta.
Responsibilities
- Identify and grow the business through inside sales activities and retention of current customer accounts
- Answer customer inquiries including requests for quotations (RFQ’s), sales order acknowledgements, order status, problem resolution, documentation, RMA’s and quality assurance requests for information
- Ensures customer satisfaction as the primary customer focal point for standard product sales
- Works cooperatively with all other functions of the business including finance, shipping and receiving, purchasing and planning, manufacturing operations, repair operations and business development
- Cross train for backup support role for purchasing, incoming inspection, shipping and receiving, MRO customer service and other roles as necessary
- Possess extensive knowledge of aerospace market specifically with inside sales
- Performs miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned
Desired Personal Skills
The successful candidate will possess the following requirements:
- Experience with aircraft manufacturers, customers, suppliers and repair organizations. Preferably in the corporate aircraft market
- Three to five years’ experience in Customer Service/Sales in an aviation and/or aerospace OEM or aftermarket business
- Excellent follow up, organizational skills and attention to detail
- Ability to work cooperatively in a small team environment and have strong ethics to do what is right for the customer, the company and fellow employees
- Proficiency with MRP and/or ERP systems in an aerospace environment
- Proficiency with web based applications including internet /email/ social medi
- Strong data entry skills
- Team player that possesses polished interpersonal skills
- Resourceful problem solver that takes initiative and seeks positive resolution
- Ability to multi-task and excel in a challenging global environment
- Comfortable working under pressure and in time critical situations
- Professional integrity and values that align with the values of the company
- Experience in the General Aviation industry preferred
- Willingness to be trained in other positions to assist with coverage
- Bi-lingual (English/Spanish) preferred
Competencies:
- Demonstrated assertive, tenacious results-oriented attitude
- Excellent follow up and organizational skills
- Adaptability- able to change tasks quickly as business needs dictate
- Ability to foster trust and respect among customers and team members and build relationships accordingly
- Excellent oral and written communication skills and demonstrated ability to adapt communication style to audience
- Ability to prioritize responsibilities, manage time effectively and meet deadlines accordingly
- Original thinking and creativity; develops innovative approaches and ideas
Work Environment/Travel/Physical Demands:
- Physical capacity to carry and lift a minimum of 30 pounds
- Ability to sit and type at a computer terminal for long periods of time utilizing close vision to review reports and documents
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Our client is a young, quickly growing startup whiskey distillery in Memphis, TN. They are seeking a strategic Sales and Marketing mind to promote their portfolio of bourbons and rye whiskies in surrounding areas as well as on the national level.
Responsibilities:
- Grow brand awareness, build industry connections and manage business development.
- Travel to different markets nationwide to promote brands.
- Host whiskey tasting and pairing events for prospective clients.
- Build relationships with managers and staff members at restaurants, bars and liquor stores.
- Ensure all marketing tools including POS marketing materials, signs, banners, etc. are installed on all promotional packages accurately and on time.
- Travel to client locations to ensure correct product placement.
- Conduct site tours and sampling events at distillery.
- Attend events to leverage additional sales in area.
- Serve as the public face of the company and brands.
- Build brands and help effectuate sales.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s Degree required
- 1 year of Sales or Marketing experience preferred
- Excellent written and oral communication skills
- Extroverted personality - can build rapport easily
- Comfortable meeting new people
- Good public speaker
- Self-motivated and comfortable with travel
- Able to work in an entrepreneurial and collaborative environment
Job Type: Full time
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Our client is seeking experienced Desktop Developer with a strong focus on Cisco Finesse. The Cisco Finesse – Desktop Developer will work closely with our client, desktop users and a project team to transition our client from a customized CTIOS desktop to a custom-built Cisco Finesse desktop. The developer will build out gadgets and other customization on the Finesse (version 12) framework.
The ideal candidate for this role will have the following attributes: The Developer needs to participate in the full life cycle of client implementation, including – Requirement gathering, Design, Build, Configuration, Testing and Support. The candidate will need to be able to interpret and analyze business requirements to identify risks and design appropriate solutions. The candidate will need to be capable of reviewing current customized CTIOS builds and translating/transitioning customized aspects of the CTIOS build to Finesse.
Applies fundamental concepts, processes, practices, and procedures on technical assignments. Performs work that requires practical experience and training. Work is performed under supervision.
Key Skills and Experience Requirements
- Knowledge and expertise using Cisco Finesse’s Next Generation Collaborative Customer Care
- Develop and assess the capabilities and limitations of the applications and technologies and recommend alternatives and solutions
- Provide guidance for business decisions from a technical perspective on such issues as performance, scalability, reliability, and security
- Develop custom desktop solutions using Cisco Finesses and web-based technologies
- Experience leading knowledge transfer within an organization
- Review current customized CTIOS build and translation/transition customized aspects of the CTIOS build to Finesse
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Self-Motivated, Detail Oriented, Client Oriented
- 1+ years experience with Web2.0 Development and Architecture
- 1+ years experience with JavaScript client side programming and integrating with multiple browsers (MS Internet Explorer, Mozilla Firefox & Google Chrome)
- 1+ years experience with Java, J2EE, AJAX, Jquery, XML, JSON
- 1+ years experience Server Side programming (PHP, Java or .NET)
- 1+ years experience with Cross Domain Scripting/Post Messaging/Web Communication concepts
- 1+ years experience with IFRAM, HTML, CSS, Browser Cookies, DOM manipulation, Social Web Mashups, Rest and SOAP XML Web Services
- 1+ years experience CTI development (Cisco ICM/UCCE via CTIOS)
- 1+ years experience with Cisco Finesse, Cisco CTIOS and Cisco ICM configuration
- Experience developing solutions in .NET, C#
- Experience with Server to Server integrations
- Understanding and knowledge of Load Balancing/Global Site Selector
- Experience with MS Windows IIS, MS Windows Server, RedHat/Ubuntu Linux, JBOSS or other web application servers
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Our client is seeking experienced Contact Center Lifecycle Engineer to join our Collaboration team to analyze, plan, build and modify technology systems supporting our advanced contact center and collaboration capabilities. The work will require detailed engineering to meet business requirements, then help the entire technologies team implement/maintain and realize the value of these investments through industry best practices for deployment and operations.
The ideal candidate for this role will have the following attributes: The Engineer needs to participate in the full life cycle of client implementation, including – Requirement gathering, Design, Build, Configuration, Testing and Support. The candidate will need to be able to interpret and analyze business requirements to identify risks and design appropriate solutions. The candidate must have expertise level experience and working knowledge of Voice over IP and Cisco UCCE. Must have strong switching and routing background and extensive experience in Cisco Unified Communications Manager (CUCM) designs and be able to configure, support, and troubleshoot CUCM. The work will include Contact Center Engineering as well as integrations and management of peripheral systems, including but not limited to Call Recording, Workforce Management, CTI and Chat Utilities.
Possesses and applies a comprehensive knowledge across key tasks and high impact assignments. Plans and leads major technology assignments. Evaluates performance results and recommends major changes affecting short-term project growth and success. Functions as a technical expert across multiple project assignments. May supervise others.
Key Skills and Experience Requirements
- Minimum 10 years IT network engineering support experience (Tier II, Tier III, network infrastructure implementation and maintenance)
- 7+ years designing, architecting, implementing, upgrading, and configuring complex Cisco solutions with Cisco Unified Contact Center Enterprise (UCCE), large-scale Cisco Unified Call Manager (CUCM) clusters, Cisco Unity Connection (CUC) Voicemail and voice gateways.
- CCNP Collaboration, CCNP R&S or higher is highly desirable
- UCCE Specialist also highly desirable
- Expert knowledge of Multi-Site configuration and hybrid design of Enterprise IP and TDM environments
- Expert full-stack knowledge of WAN/LAN technologies and VOIP call routing technologies and protocols, including IPv4/IPv6, switches and switching protocols , routers and routing protocols, SBCs, SIP proxies, voice application servers, firewalls, DNS, DHCP, QoS, load balancers, and H/A design
- Strong knowledge of the following: Call Control, Multimedia Contact Centers, Call Scripts and IVR Scripts
- Experience coaching and providing direction to more junior engineers and administrators
- Experience developing formal training plans and developing training for Junior Contact Center Engineers
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Excellent documentation, presentation and problem-solving skills
- Self-Motivated, Detail Oriented, Client Oriented
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Our client in Suwanee, GA is seeking experienced EM7 Monitoring Specialist to join our team. The Monitoring engineer will work with different technical teams across the organization in order to determine scope for different monitoring solution designs. The individual will have to identify the requirements, architect and implement a monitoring solution utilizing ScienceLogic EM7. The infrastructure includes a wide range of systems, including VMware hypervisors, Cisco switches and virtual hosts, NetApp, Windows Server, Linux, and applications including Apache Tomcat, IIS, MySQL, SQL Server, and SAP.
The ideal candidate for this role will have the following attributes: The Engineer needs to participate in the full life cycle of client implementation, including – Requirement gathering, Design, Build, Configuration, Testing and Support. The candidate will need to be able to interpret and analyze business requirements to identify risks and design appropriate solutions. The candidate must have current expertise level experience deploying and configuring ScienceLogic EM7 and must have expertise in utilizing EM7 for Fault Management, Chassis Management and Capacity/Performance Management.
Possesses and applies a comprehensive knowledge across key tasks and high impact assignments. Plans and leads major technology assignments. Evaluates performance results and recommends major changes affecting short-term project growth and success. Functions as a technical expert across multiple project assignments. May supervise others.
Key Skills and Experience Requirements
- 7+ years Monitoring systems design and implementation
- 7+ Configuration and documentation of monitoring systems
- Experience leading monitoring systems knowledge transfer within an organization
- Experience assisting technical teams in identifying false positive events and driving a highly tuned configuration
- Develop and maintain event notification distribution lists
- Maintain and administer monitoring database systems
- Understand and manage systems upgrade path
- Best practice for configuration management for all systems software components
- Primary resource implementing systems upgrades and maintenance
- Primary Level Two/Three support for monitoring and related database system
- Document Level One troubleshooting validation processes and train Level One staff
- Strong understanding of enterprise infrastructure and private cloud systems, such as SAN, converged networking, firewalls, routers, and virtual systems management
- Recent experience with the following; Cisco UCCE, CVP/VXML, CUCM, ESXi, CUCX-Unity Connection, Windows Server
- Familiarity with basic SQL database administrative tasks
- Familiarity with ITIL v2/v3 IT Service Management framework
- Excellent troubleshooting skills in complex systems architecture
- Preferred Current or nearly completed certifications in Cisco network administration, Windows Server, or Linux.
- Hands on SQL administration experience
- Strong Cisco Nexus, IOS/IOS-XE, and Unified Computing Servers (UCS)
- Strong Windows Server 2008 and Active Directory knowledge
- Hands-on Linux experience
- Recent experience with VMWare, NetApp
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Excellent documentation, presentation and problem-solving skills
- Self-Motivated, Detail Oriented, Client Oriented
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Our client is seeking EM7 Monitoring Specialist to join our team. The Monitoring engineer will work with different technical teams across the organization in order to determine scope for different monitoring solution designs. The individual will assist to identify the requirements, architect and implement a monitoring solution utilizing ScienceLogic EM7. Infrastructure includes a wide range of systems, including VMware hypervisors, Cisco switches and virtual hosts, NetApp, Windows Server, Linux, and applications including Apache Tomcat, IIS, MySQL, SQL Server, and SAP.
The ideal candidate for this role should have the following attributes: The Engineer needs to participate in the full life cycle of client implementation, including – Requirement gathering, Design, Build, Configuration, Testing and Support. The candidate should be able to interpret and analyze business requirements to identify risks and design appropriate solutions. Current experience deploying and configuring ScienceLogic EM7 and can utilize EM7 for Fault Management, Chassis and Capacity/Performance Management.
Possesses and applies expertise on multiple complex work assignments. Assignments may be broad in nature, requiring originality and innovation in determining how to accomplish tasks. Operates with appreciable latitude in developing methodology and presenting solutions to problems. Contributes to deliverables and performance metrics where applicable.
Key Skills and Experience Requirements
- 3+ years Monitoring systems design and implementation
- 3+ Year configuration and documentation of monitoring systems
- Experience leading monitoring systems knowledge transfer within an organization
- Experience assisting technical teams in identifying false positive events and driving a highly tuned configuration
- Develop and maintain event notification distribution lists
- Maintain and administer monitoring database systems
- Understand and manage systems upgrade path
- Best practice for configuration management for all systems software components
- Assist in implementing systems upgrades and maintenance
- Assist in Level Two/Three support for monitoring and related database system
- Document Level One troubleshooting validation processes
- Understanding of enterprise infrastructure and private cloud systems, such as SAN, converged networking, firewalls, routers, and virtual systems management
- Experience with the following; Cisco UCCE, CVP/VXML, CUCM, ESXi, CUCX-Unity Connection, Windows Server
- Familiarity with basic SQL database administrative tasks
- Familiarity with ITIL v2/v3 IT Service Management framework
- Possess troubleshooting skills in complex systems architecture
- Preferred certifications in Cisco network administration, Windows Server, or Linux.
- SQL administration experience
- Cisco Nexus, IOS/IOS-XE, and Unified Computing Servers (UCS)
- Windows Server 2008 and Active Directory knowledge
- Linux experience
- Experience with VMWare, NetApp
- Good written and verbal communication skills
- Good documentation, presentation and problem-solving skills
- Self-Motivated, Detail Oriented, Client Oriented
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Our client in Suwanee, GA is seeking experienced Contact Center Lifecycle Engineer to join our Collaboration team to analyze, plan, build and modify technology systems supporting our advanced contact center and collaboration capabilities. The work will require detailed engineering to meet business requirements, then help the entire technologies team implement/maintain and realize the value of these investments through industry best practices for deployment and operations.
The ideal candidate for this role will have the following attributes: The Engineer needs to participate in the full life cycle of client implementation, including – Requirement gathering, Design, Build, Configuration, Testing and Support. The candidate will need to be able to interpret and analyze business requirements to identify risks and design appropriate solutions. The candidate must have experience and working knowledge of Voice over IP and Cisco UCCE. Must have switching and routing background and experience in Cisco Unified Communications Manager (CUCM) designs and configure, support, and troubleshoot CUCM. The work will include Contact Center Engineering as well as integrations and management of peripheral systems, including but not limited to Call Recording, Workforce Management, CTI and Chat Utilities.
Possesses and applies expertise on multiple complex work assignments. Assignments may be broad in nature, requiring originality and innovation in determining how to accomplish tasks. Operates with appreciable latitude in developing methodology and presenting solutions to problems. Contributes to deliverables and performance metrics where applicable.
Key Skills and Experience Requirements
- Minimum 3-5 years IT network engineering support experience (Tier II, Tier III, network infrastructure implementation and maintenance)
- 3+ years designing, architecting, implementing, upgrading, and configuring complex Cisco solutions with Cisco Unified Contact Center Enterprise (UCCE), large-scale Cisco Unified Call Manager (CUCM) clusters, Cisco Unity Connection (CUC) Voicemail and voice gateways.
- CCNP Collaboration, CCNP R&S or higher is desirable
- UCCE Specialist is also desirable
- Knowledge of Multi-Site configuration and hybrid design of Enterprise IP and TDM environments
- Full-stack knowledge of WAN/LAN technologies and VOIP call routing technologies and protocols, including IPv4/IPv6, switches and switching protocols , routers and routing protocols, SBCs, SIP proxies, voice application servers, firewalls, DNS, DHCP, QoS, load balancers, and H/A design
- Knowledge of the following: Call Control, Multimedia Contact Centers, Call Scripts and IVR Scripts
- Has good written and verbal communication skills
- Possess good documentation, presentation and problem-solving skills
- Self-Motivated, Detail Oriented, Client Oriented
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Our client in Suwanne, GA is seeking experienced Desktop Developer with a strong focus on Cisco Finesse. The Cisco Finesse – Desktop Developer will work closely with our client, desktop users and a project team to transition our client from a customized CTIOS desktop to a custom-built Cisco Finesse desktop. The developer will build out gadgets and other customization on the Finesse (version 12) framework.
The ideal candidate for this role will have the following attributes: The Developer needs to participate in the full life cycle of client implementation, including – Requirement gathering, Design, Build, Configuration, Testing and Support. The candidate will need to be able to interpret and analyze business requirements to identify risks and design appropriate solutions. The candidate will need to be capable of reviewing current customized CTIOS builds and translating/transitioning customized aspects of the CTIOS build to Finesse.
Possesses and applies expertise on multiple complex work assignments. Assignments may be broad in nature, requiring originality and innovation in determining how to accomplish tasks. Operates with appreciable latitude in developing methodology and presenting solutions to problems. Contributes to deliverables and performance metrics where applicable.
Key Skills and Experience Requirements
- Knowledge and expertise using Cisco Finesse’s Next Generation Collaborative Customer Care
- Develop and assess the capabilities and limitations of the applications and technologies and recommend alternatives and solutions
- Provide guidance for business decisions from a technical perspective on such issues as performance, scalability, reliability, and security
- Develop custom desktop solutions using Cisco Finesses and web based technologies
- Experience leading knowledge transfer within an organization
- Review current customized CTIOS build and translation/transition customized aspects of the CTIOS build to Finesse
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Self-Motivated, Detail Oriented, Client Oriented
- 3+ years experience with Web2.0 Development and Architecture
- 3+ years experience with JavaScript client side programming and integrating with multiple browsers (MS Internet Explorer, Mozilla Firefox & Google Chrome)
- 3+ years experience with Java, J2EE, AJAX, Jquery, XML, JSON
- 3+ years experience Server Side programming (PHP, Java or .NET)
- 3+ years experience with Cross Domain Scripting/Post Messaging/Web Communication concepts
- 3+ years experience with IFRAM, HTML, CSS, Browser Cookies, DOM manipulation, Social Web Mashups, Rest and SOAP XML Web Services
- 3+ years experience CTI development (Cisco ICM/UCCE via CTIOS)
- 3+ years experience with Cisco Finesse, Cisco CTIOS and Cisco ICM configuration
- Experience developing solutions in .NET, C#
- Experience with Server to Server integrations
- Understanding and knowledge of Load Balancing/Global Site Selector
- Experience with MS Windows IIS, MS Windows Server, RedHat/Ubuntu Linux, JBOSS or other web application servers
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Overview
Provide Human Resources leadership and support for RVC which includes, hourly, nonexempt, exempt and temporary workforce. Manage Human Resource activities which include recruitment, employee relations, training, and equal employment opportunity/affirmative action administration, compensation recommendations, benefits, workers compensation and unemployment compensation. Manage all aspects of the safety programs, including security of facility. Oversee payroll, accounting activities and ordering of supplies. Oversee all maintenance activities, including contractors. Assist Facility Manager and function in back-up capacity as necessary.
Responsibilities
- Implement progressive HR practices and programs to maintain a non-union workforce.
- Coach, train, assist and support Management regarding HR issues.
- Oversee and ensure that all disciplinary actions are administered in a fair and consistent manner.
- Develop, implement and ensure compliance to a variety of personnel policies. Coach management relative to application of policies.
- Investigate and resolve day-to-day employee relations issues directly or through advice to management. Coach employees and management on issue resolution.
- Manages and oversees the recruiting process for all level of candidates: exempt, non-exempt and hourly associates. Ensures positions are posted according to procedure, reviews resumes and applications and shares with the management staff, coordinates advertising with the media and negotiates rates with advertisers.
- Oversee payroll and accounting activities.
- Manage all aspects of the safety program, including training, written programs, documentation and OSHA compliance.
- Responsible for the administration of the Workers Compensation program.
- Coordinate and oversee the Business Continuity plan, which includes, keeping it current and active.
- Oversee all maintenance activities, including obtaining quotes and ensuring contractors are held to safety standards.
- Manage the security of the facility including overseeing security guards.
- Oversee coordination of GPTW events and benefit programs.
- Personnel Development
- Other projects/duties as assigned
Qualifications
Education/Experience:
- Bachelor’s degree in Business, or equivalent.
- Minimum of 5-7 years of progressive experience in a Human Resources environment, preferably distribution environment.
- Knowledge of HR Laws (Federal and State)
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to make administrative and procedural decisions and judgments on sensitive, confidential issues is required
- Results oriented.
- Excellent organizational skills.
- Coaching and negotiation skills.
- Experience with MS Windows, MS Office/Outlook and HRIS systems.
Competencies in the following areas:
- Safety
- People skills
- Performance management
- Corrective action
- Training and development
- Leadership
- Problem solving and Decision Making
- Planning
Characteristics:
- Aligned with “Who We Are”
- Interpersonal skills
- Approachable and Professional
- Customer Focused
- Dependable and Flexible
- Demonstrates Integrity
- Proactive, Self-motivated, with Drive and Initiative
- Responsive
- Problem solver
- Detail Orientated and Analytical
Physically must be able to:
- Read, write, and speak English.
- Properly lift up to 50 lbs., push or pull 100-200 lbs.
- Use fingers and hands; reach with hands and arms.
- Often climb up/down stairs, sit, stand, and walk.
- Occasionally balance, crawl, crouch, kneel, pull, push, or stoop
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Maintenance Duties:
- Changing light bulbs
- Visit tenant buildings to check for various issues
- Call service vendors when necessary (electrical, plumbing, HVAC)
- Posess good work habits, punctuality, and dependability
- Light technical and computer skills
- Other light maintenance duties as assigned
Individual must pass a drug test and background check. Full time hours are Monday - Friday 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM.
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Role and Responsibilities – Lease Administrator
- Draft legal documents (contracts, leases, etc.).
- Input lease terms into internal database.
- Update various external databases with portfolio stats.
- Prepare various reports utilizing database such as inventory, lease expiration, rent roll and sales reports.
- Processing invoices – internally and externally.
Role and Responsibilities – Executive Assistant
- Assist in answering department telephones.
- Schedule meetings for COO/CEO.
- Customer service duties (tenants and vendors).
- General office duties (filing, supply ordering, etc.).
Qualifications and Education Requirements
- 3 years administrative or legal assistant experience
- Associates degree
Required Skills
- Microsoft Office Suite – Word, Outlook, Excel and PowerPoint
- Excellent written and oral communication skills required
- Excellent telephone etiquette required
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Vice President, Workforce Development (EDGE) & Executive Director, Greater Memphis Alliance for a Competitive Workforce (GMACWorkforce)
The Economic Development Growth Engine Industrial Development Board of the City of Memphis and County of Shelby, TN ("EDGE") is a Tennessee industrial development board created in 2011 under Tennessee Code Annotated §7-53-101 et seq. EDGE functions as the economic development organization for the City of Memphis and Shelby County Government. EDGE also manages the Memphis & Shelby County Port Commission, the Industrial Development Board of Memphis & Shelby County, the Depot Redevelopment Corporation of Memphis & Shelby County, Foreign Trade Zone 77, and since 2017 the Greater Memphis Alliance for a Competitive Workforce (GMACWorkforce).
Launched in 2015, GMACWorkforce is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization created to help address the Greater Memphis region’s workforce skills gap. GMACWorkforce does this by aligning training and education programs with employers’ needs, and connecting employers to cost-effective training and hiring support. GMACWorkforce manages a US Department of Labor grant to provide training for careers in the medical device industry, along with several industry councils.
JOB SUMMARY
The Vice President for Workforce Development is a highly visible leader in the community’s efforts to create the workforce required to support growth-oriented firms throughout the region. The VP will help develop new partnerships and programs, while also leading GMACWorkforce’s day-to-day activities. The VP will coordinate efforts with various government, education, training, business and economic development groups to create a unified and effective regional workforce development system.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Develop, in conjunction with the President, a workforce development plan for EDGE.
Organize and staff a business roundtable to identify community workforce needs.
Consult with education and training providers and help coordinate and expand their efforts.
Identify new projects, programs, and collaborations, including grant funding opportunities.
Lead the day-to-day operations of GMACWorkforce and its staff.
Develop relationships with the local Workforce Investment Network (TN Local Workforce Investment Area 13); other federal/state/local government agencies; local chambers of commerce; local and regional economic development organizations; business owners and associations; institutions of higher education, K-12 school systems, stand-alone training organizations, and others to improve the workforce throughout Shelby County and the region.
Maintain expert understanding of current best practices in local workforce development, including public and non-profit programs and policies.
Monitor and report metrics, and provide written analysis and commentary on current workforce conditions in the region
Assist in the development and implementation of marketing and communication strategies and materials.
Represent EDGE/GMACWorkforce with media, and at meetings and events, as required.
NON-ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Participate in the creation of new economic development programs and initiatives.
Assist with board and industry meetings, and other events.
QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations that do not cause EDGE undue hardship may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
Master’s degree in public or business administration, public policy, or a related field, or equivalent work experience required.
Minimum of ten (10) years work-related experience required.
Valid driver’s license and some travel required.
Certification and/or awards related to human resource management and/or workforce development is preferred.
SKILLS AND ABILITIES
History of ethical and honest behavior, demonstrating a commitment to integrity, respect and teamwork in professional and other activities.
Ability to interact effectively with local, state and federal government authorities; large and small business owners; education and training providers; and others.
Demonstrated ability to keep sensitive information confidential.
Strong analytical, problem solving, and negotiation skills.
Ability to plan, organize and successfully manage multiple activities simultaneously.
Exceptional communications skills, oral and written.
Working knowledge of Microsoft Office.
Ability to work before and after regular office hours on an as-needed basis.
Ability to travel to local, regional, and US destinations required.
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Our client is seeking an Accountant that is smart, highly organized, solid accounting skills with a great work ethic. Hours are standard 8-5 Monday through Friday. Located in Memphis, TN.
Supports financial decision-making information by collecting, analyzing, investigating, and reporting financial data. Position reports to the Chief Financial Officer
Primary Job Functions:
- Prepares monthly statements by collecting data; analyzing and investigating variances; summarizing data, information, and trends. Provides financial status information by preparing special reports; completing special projects.
- Maintains general ledger accounts by reconciling accounts receivable detail and control accounts; adjusting entries for amortizations and prepaids; analyzing and reconciling accounts receivable and accounts payable ledgers; preparing fixed asset depreciation and accruals.
- Prepares and submits state quarterly and annual tax statements by assembling data. Maintains accounting controls by following policies and procedures; complying with federal, state, and local financial legal requirements.
- Banking functions, collections log, journal entries and system functions.
- Works with multiple departments to ensure that all fees are properly charged and collected as well as issuing reconciled and approved refunds.
- Maintains sufficient funds by forecasting cash requirements and obligations. Reconciles general and subsidiary bank accounts by gathering and balancing information. Corrects errors by posting adjusting journal entries.
- Protects operations by keeping financial information and plans confidential. Maintains financial records by analyzing balance sheets and general ledger accounts.
- Responds to financial inquiries (both internal and external) by gathering, analyzing, summarizing, and interpreting data.
Required Skills/Qualification:
Deadline-Oriented, Organized, Managing Profitability, Accounting, Audit, Financial Skills, Analyzing Information , Reporting Research Results, Research Skills, Statistical Analysis, Business Knowledge
Software: Quickbooks, Excel
Experience: 3-5 years experience in Accounting
Education: Bachelors degree in Accounting
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Our client is a unique investment firm based in Memphis, Tennessee. Our client is looking for a highly motivated candidate to join the investment team. As a Junior Analyst, you will be involved in every stage of the investment process including idea generation, implementation, maintenance and research. This role will involve working closely with the Director of Investments and the Investment Management Group. Your insight will have a direct impact on portfolio management decisions.
WHAT IT TAKES:
This role requires a highly motivated candidate that is very attentive to details and organized.
Responsibilities:
- Work directly with the Director of Investments and Investment Management Group to develop new investment ideas.
- Schedule and attend meetings and conference calls with fund managers on a recurring basis.
- Monitor and track performance relative to benchmarks, peer groups, and expectations for fund managers.
- Assist with portfolio and performance reporting, which includes monthly deliverables.
- Coordinate the reporting process with the consulting team.
- Research special initiatives and strategic ideas as directed.
Qualifications/Skills:
- 1 or more years of related work experience in asset management, personal investments, corporate investments or non-profit.
- Outstanding academic track record from a four-year undergraduate school.
- Timeliness of work output (aversion to procrastination) and attention to details must be strengths
- Ability to work on a team and collaborate with external teams
- Ability to work in a self-managed work environment.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Demonstrated passion for investing and capital markets.
- Highly proficient in Excel and PowerPoint
- If not licensed must pass Series 65 within 3 months
- Interest in pursuing CFA designation a plus
- Must be willing to attend after hours functions as needed
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Our client is seeking a banking attorney with strong academic and professional credentials that include a minimum of 5 years of experience at a major or regional law firm, an in-house legal department of a bank, financial institution, or a bank regulatory agency.
The ideal candidate will have regulatory experience and the ability to coordinate day-to-day legal matters. This individual will be located at our client’s headquarters in Memphis, TN. This position will report to the Chief Executive Officer and will collaborate with other executives and members of senior level management. This position will provide legal support for a growing commercial bank that conducts business nationwide. Our client specializes in commercial banking, mortgage banking, small business lending, trust services, equipment finance and leasing, cash management services and payment processing.
Summary of Essential Job Functions:
• Working extensively with our client’s leadership team, Compliance Department, and Internal Auditor on compliance initiatives, FRB and state regulatory examination preparedness, and CFPB guidance;
• Serving as a strategic legal partner to our client’s business divisions and corporate support departments
• Working with Compliance Department to support and assist in their review and approval of marketing materials, to interpret regulatory laws, rules, and guidelines, and support, as needed, a robust compliance management program;
• Support compliance initiatives by reporting on regulatory examination activity, developing regulatory issues, and trend analysis. This will include anticipating emerging risks and issues impacting our client and their industry;
• Research, interpret, and communicate laws and regulations;
• Disseminate regulatory changes;
• Litigation management and when applicable, working directly with our client’s outside law firm;
• Draft, review, edit and assist in negotiating bank contracts, service and vendor agreements, confidentiality agreements, employment agreements, loan documents, real estate leases and as needed, other agreements;
• Advising management on both federal and state banking laws and regulations, especially consumer laws and regulations;
• Interacting with federal and state bank regulatory agencies;
• Keeping informed on state and federal legislative and regulatory proposals that would affect the bank and its activities;
• Tracking and summarizing legal developments, such as actions taken and guidance issued by the FRB, CFPB, and other regulatory agencies;
• Advising management on regulatory matters relating to general bank operations as well as existing and new bank products and services;
• Coordinating and working on various other legal projects.
Position Requirements:
• Admitted to practice law in at least one U.S. jurisdiction and in good standing;
• At least 5 years prior experience (preferably with a major law firm and bank although relevant financial services experience will be considered);
• Excellent communication and written skills and ability to present a professional image;
• Exceptional interpersonal skills, positive attitude, and ability to promote a team building atmosphere and strong chemistry throughout the company;
• Strong familiarity with bank regulatory matters;
• Experience reviewing, editing, negotiating and drafting contracts;
• Demonstrated ability to provide counsel and guidance on matters ranging from complex legal questions or inquires to routine day-to-day legal matters;
• Familiarity with consumer compliance and other regulatory and legal issues including but not limited to Reg B, Reg Z, FCRA, TCPA, BSA, CAN-SPAM, Dodd-Frank, GLB, and UDAAP;
• Outstanding business judgement;
• Ability to work in a corporate and entrepreneurial environment;
• Commitment to professionalism and integrity;
• Flexibility and willingness to work on a broad range of legal and general business matters;
• Strong organizational skills with great attention to detail and strong work ethic;
• Knowledge of consumer protection laws;
• Applicable knowledge of banking and financial services industry;
• Demonstrated experience in collaborating with others at all levels. Ability to interact successfully with a variety of business partners in the relevant business, legal, and technology teams to ensure that regulations are complied with and risks are mitigated;
• High level of critical thinking including strategic thinking; and
• Ability to multitask, prioritize, and meet strict deadlines.
Academic Requirements:
• Four-year undergraduate degree;
• Law degree
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Organizational Relationships:
Reports directly to the Project Executive or Project Leader with accountability to Operations Manager.
Primary Function:
Provide overall management direction for multiple traditional projects or manage the largest projects the company is qualified to construct. Develop new business opportunities relative to a particular Client, group of Clients or geographical area by creating and maintaining strong relationships with clients and designers.
Duties:
- Responsible for profit and loss of project.
- Supervise the work of Assistant Project Managers and Project Managers when assigned.
- Review and have thorough understanding of project drawings, specifications, bid packages, and subcontractor scopes.
- Write all subcontracts and purchase orders for direct cost of work items and manage buy-out to ensure that entire scope of work is covered and risk to MMC is minimized.
- Must possess knowledge of Critical Path Method Scheduling (CPM) and the logic and sequence of construction required for building construction or remodeling.
- Develop, review, maintain, and update construction schedules or plans as required. Update the Project Schedule Bi-weekly with the Project Superintendent and develop and implement recovery plans as needed.
- Execute project objectives, policies, procedures and performance standards within boundaries of corporate policy and in cooperation with Project Superintendent.
- Oversee the on site construction and work of Project Superintendent to ensure project is built on schedule and within budget.
- Schedule, lead and document all project meetings with subcontractors, designers and the owner.
- Maintain all project submittals, RFI,s, contract documents, files and correspondence.
- Initiate and maintain relationship with owner and A/E contacts, to facilitate construction activities.
- Monitor/control construction through administrative direction of on-site Superintendent to ensure project is built on schedule and within budget;
- Manage financial aspects of contracts (fee payment, rental equipment, income/expenses, etc.) to protect company's interest and simultaneously maintain good relationship with Client.
- Lead, assist with or review Project Manager responsibilities as defined by the Project Staff Responsibility Matrix.
Skills, Knowledge, Qualifications, & Experience:
Educational and experience requirements include: 4 year Construction Management, Building Science, Engineering degree or equivalent, plus 10 or more years experience/knowledge of construction, design, finance, and management required. Must be able to apply innovative and effective management techniques to maximize employee performance. Thorough understanding of corporate and industry practices, processes, standards, etc. and their impact on project activities vital; Superior communication and interpersonal (tact, diplomacy, influence, etc.) skills essential. Significant business skill is required. Must be computer literate and specifically capable of mastering MMC standard Project Management and Scheduling software. Ability to teach and mentor others.
Comments:
Makes decisions and recommendations which can greatly impact corporate relationship with Client and profitability of projects managed. Makes significant Independent judgments. Responsible for careful observance of corporate policies and objectives. Respected by peers.
FLSA – Exempt.
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The Economic Development Growth Engine Industrial Development Board of the City of Memphis and County of Shelby, TN ("EDGE") is a Tennessee industrial development board created in 2011 under Tennessee Code §7-53-101 et seq. EDGE is governed by an 11-member board appointed equally by the City of Memphis and Shelby County, and is a public, non-profit entity that uses property tax abatements, tax increment financing, loans, grants, Foreign-Trade Zone 77, and other tools to spur local economic growth. EDGE also manages the Memphis and Shelby Port Commission, which runs the International Port of Memphis (5th busiest inland port in the nation) and the Greater Memphis Alliance for a Competitive Workforce. The EDGE Strategic Plan focuses on: (1) industrial development; (2) the Port of Memphis; (3) neighborhood revitalization; (4) small business growth; and (5) promoting regional collaboration.
POSTION SUMMARY
The Economic Development Specialist assists firms looking to locate, expand or start-up in the city of Memphis and Shelby County by identifying and coordinating access to applicable public and private-sector resources that may benefit those companies. The Economic Development Specialist also conducts outreach to targeted existing local firms.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES/JOB FUNCTIONS
- • Works directly with entrepreneurs, small business owners, corporate executives and their representatives, including site selection consultants, to accelerate job and investment growth in Memphis/Shelby County.
- • Assists clients working with the Downtown Memphis Commission and its related entities, the Greater Memphis Chamber, the City of Memphis, Shelby County, the State of Tennessee, EDGE and others identify and access all applicable federal/state/local public and private resources.
- • Maintains close and constant communication with clients through project completion, monitoring progress, answering questions, removing obstacles, and making their decision to invest in Memphis/Shelby County as easy as possible.
- • Uses EDGE tax incentive, financing and other programs to assist clients where applicable. Activities include analyzing potential benefit and participation levels, reviewing financial documents and program applications, making presentations, and assisting in the preparation of all documents required to complete the process.
- • Assists with management and compliance for EDGE-related programs including PILOTs, TIFs, bonds, loans, grants, and Foreign Trade Zone 77.
- • Maintains good understanding of all major local, state and national business incentive and assistance programs, and relationships with applicable government officials (e.g., Planning & Development, Public Works, and Assessor) and local private-sector resources.
- • Coordinates with other local, state and federal development-related entities, as well as finance, real estate, legal, accounting and other professionals, to assist client projects.
- • Conducts outreach visits to existing firms in Memphis/Shelby County to provide information on available programs and incentives, identify opportunities and threats, and assist as able.
- • Assists in the preparation of materials to inform the EDGE board, public officials and others about development-related activities, and participates in briefings and presentations.
NON-ESSENTIALJOB FUNTIONS
- • Participates in the creation of new economic development programs and initiatives.
- • Participates in Chamber-led business recruiting trips and trade shows, as required.
- • Assists with board and industry meetings, and other events.
- • Represents EDGE at various meetings and events as required.
QUALIFICATION REQUIRMENTS
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations that do not cause EDGE undue hardship may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
Bachelor’s degree in business, finance, real estate, planning, public policy, or related field, or equivalent work experience required. Master’s degree preferred. Minimum of three (3) years work-related experience required.
Valid driver’s license and some travel required.
Certification and/or awards from the International Economic Development Council, Council of Development Finance Agencies, National Development Council, Tennessee Economic Development Council or other recognized economic development organization is preferred.
SKILLS AND ABILITIES
- • History of ethical and honest behavior, demonstrating a commitment to integrity, respect and teamwork in professional and other activities.
- • Ability to interact effectively with local, state and government and federal economic development authorities, large and small business owners, bankers and other finance professionals, the commercial real estate community, site selection consultants, and others.
- • Demonstrated ability to keep sensitive information confidential.
- • Strong analytical, problem solving, and negotiation skills.
- • Ability to plan, organize and successfully manage multiple activities simultaneously.
- • Good communications skills, oral and written.
- • Working knowledge of Microsoft Office.
- • Ability to work before and after regular office hours on an as-needed basis.
- • Experience analyzing and interpreting business and real estate financial statements.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
Requires the ability to sit for extended periods at a desk and at meetings; some mental pressure meeting deadlines or during meetings and discussions with management; and/or government officials; some local/regional/occasional statewide or national travel; bending, stooping and lifting file boxes, etc., up to 20 pounds; filing; some walking and standing; may spend extended time using a computer.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
Work is conducted in typical indoor office environment, though visits to and tours of retail, commercial, manufacturing, distribution, medical, educational and other facilities are a regular part of the work. Outdoor events and programs may also be required. Must be able to travel throughout Shelby County and occasionally to more distant destinations by ground or air.
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Provide leadership with strategic thinking and exemplify excellent customer service. Ensure annual divisional initiatives aligned with company initiatives are completed. Ensure financial procedures are completed according to our client. Franchise procedures and processes. Communicate with management staff to stay updated on financials, A/R, A/P, reports and budgeting, as well as any storm site financial processes.
Primary Roles and Responsibilities
- Bookkeeping
- Maintain accurate records in QuickBooks®
- Create financial reports and perform analysis
- Monitor and maintain inventory, fixed assets, and business resume
- Maintain tax, insurance, and compliance requirements
- Maintain vendors, resources, and subcontractors
- Cash Management
- Complete accounts payable activities
- Complete accounts receivable activities
- Maintain petty cash fund
- Prepare and maintain cash management reports
- Human Resource Administration
- Provide HR administrative support
- Complete and document HR compliance in regards to financial items
Necessary Experience and Skill Set
- QuickBooks Online certification (an accounting degree is preferred but not required)
- Working knowledge of accounting and financial items
- Superb customer service, administrative, and verbal and written communication skills
- 2+ years of experience with collection activities
- Outstanding written and verbal communication skills, including proper pronunciation and grammar, and a consistently courteous and professional tone of voice at all times
- Polite, confident, and excellent customer service skills, including listening and questioning skills
- Excellent organizational skills and strong attention to detail
- Very self-motivated and goal-oriented
- Ability to multi-task
- Capability to work in a fast-paced, team-oriented office environment
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office (i.e., Outlook, Word, Excel)
- Experience in the commercial cleaning and restoration or insurance industry is desired
- Ability to successfully complete a background check subject to applicable law
Formal Education/Training
- High school diploma/GED
- Associate degree in accounting preferred or strong professional background of 2-3 years bookkeeping experience
- QuickBooks Online certification
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Our client, a privately held business based in Bartlett, TN, in business for more than 35 years, is seeking a Credit and Collections Administrator.
The Collections Administrator will research invoices, payment and other records to determine credit limits and past due amounts. Must have a high attention to detail and be very organizated. Regularly interacts with Sales to help with credit approvals for orders.
Knowledge of Microsoft Office products is required. Knowledge of Microsoft Dynamics NAV, Pace and Converge a plus!
The successful candidate will have 3 years experience in Collections.
The hours are 8-5, M-F.
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ORGANIZATION OVERVIEW
The Economic Development Growth Engine Industrial Development Board of the City of Memphis and County of Shelby, TN (“EDGE”) is a Tennessee industrial development board created in 2011 under Tennessee Code §7-53-101 et seq. EDGE is governed by an 11-member board appointed equally by the City of Memphis and Shelby County, and is a public, non-profit entity that uses property tax abatements, tax increment financing, loans, grants, Foreign-Trade Zone 77, and other tools to spur local economic growth. EDGE also manages the Memphis and Shelby Port Commission, which runs the International Port of Memphis (5th busiest inland port in the nation) and the Greater Memphis Alliance for a Competitive Workforce. The EDGE Strategic Plan focuses on: (1) industrial development; (2) the Port of Memphis; (3) neighborhood revitalization; (4) small business growth; and (5) promoting regional collaboration.
POSITION SUMMARY
The Marketing & Communications Director is responsible for informing key audiences of EDGE’s efforts and successes, by planning, developing and implementing all EDGE communication and marketing initiatives, including print, electronic and social media; public relations; print and electronic materials; advertising; and web sites.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES/JOB FUNCTIONS
- Develop and implement an integrated, organization-wide strategic communications plan to broaden awareness of EDGE activities, impact and brand with targeted external audiences, including public officials, civic and business leadership, and the general public.
- Responsible for editorial direction, design, production and distribution of all EDGE print, electronic and online communications.
- Serve as media spokesperson and lead point person on all media interactions.
- Actively engage, cultivate and manage media relationships to ensure accurate coverage of EDGE programs and initiatives.
- Provide written material for EDGE websites, media releases, print documents and other uses.
- Develop and maintain EDGE family of websites. Identify improvements in design and content.
- Manage Marketing and Communications staff, including assignments, training, and performance reviews.
- Identify, solicit, evaluate and hire consultants and contractors as needed and as approved by the EDGE President.
- Provide training on media and internet tools for EDGE Board and staff.
- Develop talking points for Board members and staff for public presentations, press briefings, interviews, and other uses.
- Participate in the preparation for all EDGE sponsored events.
- Represent EDGE at meetings and events as required, including public presentations.
- Respond to requests under Tennessee’s Open Records Statute and other requests from public or private entities or individuals for information or comment.
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NON-ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
- Take photographs at EDGE events.
- Produce slides and/or videos for EDGE Board meeting presentations.
- Develop and maintain EDGE online contact lists.
- Monitor EDGE brand activity on media and social networking sites; provide monthly report to management and the EDGE Board.
QUALIFICATION REQUIRMENTS
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations that do not cause EDGE undue hardship may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Education And Experience
Bachelor’s degree in communications, journalism, marketing, public relations or related field, or equivalent work experience required. Master’s degree preferred. Minimum of five (5) years work-related experience required; must include at least three (3) years in a related position with government and/or non-profit organizations.
Certification and/or awards from recognized local, state, regional and/or national organizations are preferred.
Skills and Abilities
- History of ethical and honest behavior, demonstrating a commitment to integrity, respect and teamwork in professional and other activities.
- Demonstrated ability to keep sensitive information confidential.
- Demonstrated success in proactively building and maintaining media relationships and in positioning subject matter with the media to achieve high-impact placements.
- Ability to plan, organize and successfully manage multiple activities simultaneously and meet stated deadlines.
- Excellent oral and written communications skills. Compelling and error-free written documents.
- Working knowledge of Microsoft Office.
- Ability to work before and after regular office hours on an as-needed basis.
- Demonstrated success leading and supervising employees and working with other staff to achieve organizational goals.
- Expertise with desktop publishing and content management systems, including: Adobe Creative Suite (including Illustrator, PhotoShop, InDesign, GoLive, and Acrobat); Wordpress; and PowerPoint.
- Ability to produce professional designs that promote a positive public perception.
- Valid driver’s license and some travel required.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
Requires the ability to sit for extended periods at a desk and at meetings. Some mental pressure or stress due to deadlines, internal and external discussion of project or program effectiveness, or during discussions with management. Some local/regional/occasional statewide or national travel. Bending, stooping and lifting file boxes, etc., up to 20 pounds; filing. Some walking and standing. Extended time using a computer.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
Work is conducted in typical indoor office environment, though visits to and tours of retail, commercial, manufacturing, distribution, medical, educational and other facilities are a regular part of the work. Outdoor events and programs may also be required. Must be able to travel throughout Shelby County and occasionally to more distant destinations by ground or air.
