Uponor is a leading international systems and solutions provider for safe drinking water delivery, energy-efficient radiant heating and cooling and reliable infrastructure. The company serves a variety of building markets including residential, commercial, industrial and civil engineering. Uponor employs about 4,100 employees in 30 countries, mainly in Europe and North America. In 2018, Uponor's net sales totalled nearly €1.2 billion. Uponor is based in Finland and listed on Nasdaq Helsinki. Uponor builds on you - www.uponor.com
Job Description Summary:
The main responsibility of this position is to deliver excellent estimation support to our internal and external customers by providing detailed piping take-offs and material lists for commercial plumbing and hydronic piping projects.
Job Description:
Specializes in estimating Uponor System material costs and labor data for commercial plumbing and hydronic piping projects. Prepares estimates for Uponor product by performing take-offs of pipe, valves and fittings. Analyzes architectural and mechanical drawings, specifications and related data to determine estimate scope. Understanding and applying local codes, Industry standards, and Uponor’s guide/product lines to apply engineered calculations and pipe sizing while using architectural standards to layout piping in Trimble Autobid Mechanical. Uses various software and Uponor manuals to develop estimates. Makes necessary material adjustments as requested by customer, pending approval of supervisor. Documents all communication and project information while following Uponor standards for project organization.
Reviews take-off and material estimates from peers for accuracy and provides training when appropriate.
Provides tier 2 (intermediate) telephone support to Sales, Reps, distributors and customers relating to Uponor estimates including application layout, pipe sizing and material selection.
Attends training sessions, department meetings and Product updates to further knowledge on Uponor system(s) and product applications.
Qualifications
Requires a 2 to 4 year degree in engineering or equivalent technical training
Minimum of 1 to 3 years estimating or trade experience related to mechanical construction
Knowledge of estimating techniques, commercial or industrial piping systems, construction methods, building materials and model codes is required
Must have AutoCAD and computer skills
Experience with Trimble Autobid Mechanical desired
Location:
Lakeville
Time Type:
Full time
Oct 12, 2019
Uponor is a leading international systems and solutions provider for safe drinking water delivery, energy-efficient radiant heating and cooling and reliable infrastructure. The company serves a variety of building markets including residential, commercial, industrial and civil engineering. Uponor employs about 4,100 employees in 30 countries, mainly in Europe and North America. In 2018, Uponor's net sales totalled nearly €1.2 billion. Uponor is based in Finland and listed on Nasdaq Helsinki. Uponor builds on you - www.uponor.com
Job Description Summary:
The main responsibility of this position is to deliver excellent estimation support to our internal and external customers by providing detailed piping take-offs and material lists for commercial plumbing and hydronic piping projects.
Job Description:
Specializes in estimating Uponor System material costs and labor data for commercial plumbing and hydronic piping projects. Prepares estimates for Uponor product by performing take-offs of pipe, valves and fittings. Analyzes architectural and mechanical drawings, specifications and related data to determine estimate scope. Understanding and applying local codes, Industry standards, and Uponor’s guide/product lines to apply engineered calculations and pipe sizing while using architectural standards to layout piping in Trimble Autobid Mechanical. Uses various software and Uponor manuals to develop estimates. Makes necessary material adjustments as requested by customer, pending approval of supervisor. Documents all communication and project information while following Uponor standards for project organization.
Reviews take-off and material estimates from peers for accuracy and provides training when appropriate.
Provides tier 2 (intermediate) telephone support to Sales, Reps, distributors and customers relating to Uponor estimates including application layout, pipe sizing and material selection.
Attends training sessions, department meetings and Product updates to further knowledge on Uponor system(s) and product applications.
Qualifications
Requires a 2 to 4 year degree in engineering or equivalent technical training
Minimum of 1 to 3 years estimating or trade experience related to mechanical construction
Knowledge of estimating techniques, commercial or industrial piping systems, construction methods, building materials and model codes is required
Must have AutoCAD and computer skills
Experience with Trimble Autobid Mechanical desired
Location:
Lakeville
Time Type:
Full time
LEASING CONSULTANT (Southfork Townhomes, Lakeville, MN)
Hours: Monday - Saturday - Flexible 40 Hours
Competitive PTO
9 Paid Holidays
20% Rent Discount for IRET rents
Volunteer Time Off each Quarter
Medical/Dental Benefits – 1st of Month after 60 days
401k match up to 5% – After 6 months
Come join our growing team of Leasing Consultants!
If you want a rewarding career in a fast-paced, high-energy environment with ongoing customer interactions, join our growing company and you will be rewarded for your efforts and commitment to excellence! As the Leasing Consultant you would be responsible for handling all aspects of leasing apartment units in accordance with Company and Fair Housing guidelines.
About IRET: IRET was founded in Minot, North Dakota, in 1970. You can find our corporate offices located in Minneapolis, Minnesota and in Minot North Dakota, along with onsite operations in eight states. From Denver, CO to Minneapolis, MN to Topeka, KS, our company continues to grow throughout the Midwest, proudly providing apartment homes to thousands of residents, extending our vision to be the premier provider of apartment homes in vibrant communities by focusing on integrity and serving others. IRET is built around our employees. Our Mission and Vision unites our employees as one team.
Summary
Responsible for the rental of apartment units to ensure maximum occupancy at all times and high renewal rates by performing the following duties personally.
Expectations
Follows already established procedures. Complies with all internal leasing policies, Fair Housing requirements and all other applicable laws and regulations. Generally given substantial guidance, but expected to be self-directed once trained. Able to follow instructions, prioritize duties and comply with deadlines.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.
To perform the 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 may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions.
Operational:
Evaluates and has expertise in competitor's offerings and pricing by conducting regular surveys and visits.
Prepares the office and tour path for business.
Prospect generation through creation of advertising on line, business outreach, and other various grass roots campaigns.
Provides service to new applicants to help get approval, coordinates leasing documents for move in and performs move in orientation for each new resident.
Provides excellent service to existing residents for their housing needs.
Focuses on resident retention and renewing leases.
Helps to address and resolve issues.
Assists with package handling.
Coordinates communication with residents.
Interact professionally with other employees, customers, vendors, and suppliers.
Work effectively as a team contributor on all assignments.
Work independently while understanding the necessity for communicating and coordinating work efforts with other team member and stakeholders.
Delivers high level resident satisfaction while maintaining Fair Housing Practices.
Encouraged/Expected to participate in industry appropriate networking groups. Encouraged/Expected to participate in service projects, and to establish and maintain contacts within the community to promote IRET.
Financial:
May assist with administrative duties such as processing accounts receivable and payables.
Maintains accurate records in software and files.
Responsible for 40% marketing & sales, 40% customer service, 20% business admin
Supervisory Responsibilities
This role has no supervisory responsibilities.
Equipment Issued
Standard computer package issued. If expected to carry a mobile phone, eligible for a monthly reimbursement according to company policy.
Travel Required
Some local travel may be required.
Education & Experience
Required: High School Diploma, or equivalent.
Preferred: Background in sales is preferred.
Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities
Language Skills – Ability to read and interpret documents such as lease documents, safety rules, instructions, and procedural manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees of the organization.
Mathematical Skills – Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent.
Reasoning Ability – Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
Computer Skills – To perform this job successfully, an individual should be computer literate and have knowledge of Property Management software; MRI preferred; working knowledge of Outlook, Word, and Excel. Ability to use computer in professional manner is required.
Physical Requirements
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to sit. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; and reach with arms and hands. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, and depth perception.
Experience
Preferred
Back in Sales Preferred
Education
Required
High School or better
Oct 12, 2019
LEASING CONSULTANT (Southfork Townhomes, Lakeville, MN)
Hours: Monday - Saturday - Flexible 40 Hours
Competitive PTO
9 Paid Holidays
20% Rent Discount for IRET rents
Volunteer Time Off each Quarter
Medical/Dental Benefits – 1st of Month after 60 days
401k match up to 5% – After 6 months
Come join our growing team of Leasing Consultants!
If you want a rewarding career in a fast-paced, high-energy environment with ongoing customer interactions, join our growing company and you will be rewarded for your efforts and commitment to excellence! As the Leasing Consultant you would be responsible for handling all aspects of leasing apartment units in accordance with Company and Fair Housing guidelines.
About IRET: IRET was founded in Minot, North Dakota, in 1970. You can find our corporate offices located in Minneapolis, Minnesota and in Minot North Dakota, along with onsite operations in eight states. From Denver, CO to Minneapolis, MN to Topeka, KS, our company continues to grow throughout the Midwest, proudly providing apartment homes to thousands of residents, extending our vision to be the premier provider of apartment homes in vibrant communities by focusing on integrity and serving others. IRET is built around our employees. Our Mission and Vision unites our employees as one team.
Summary
Responsible for the rental of apartment units to ensure maximum occupancy at all times and high renewal rates by performing the following duties personally.
Expectations
Follows already established procedures. Complies with all internal leasing policies, Fair Housing requirements and all other applicable laws and regulations. Generally given substantial guidance, but expected to be self-directed once trained. Able to follow instructions, prioritize duties and comply with deadlines.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned.
To perform the 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 may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform these essential functions.
Operational:
Evaluates and has expertise in competitor's offerings and pricing by conducting regular surveys and visits.
Prepares the office and tour path for business.
Prospect generation through creation of advertising on line, business outreach, and other various grass roots campaigns.
Provides service to new applicants to help get approval, coordinates leasing documents for move in and performs move in orientation for each new resident.
Provides excellent service to existing residents for their housing needs.
Focuses on resident retention and renewing leases.
Helps to address and resolve issues.
Assists with package handling.
Coordinates communication with residents.
Interact professionally with other employees, customers, vendors, and suppliers.
Work effectively as a team contributor on all assignments.
Work independently while understanding the necessity for communicating and coordinating work efforts with other team member and stakeholders.
Delivers high level resident satisfaction while maintaining Fair Housing Practices.
Encouraged/Expected to participate in industry appropriate networking groups. Encouraged/Expected to participate in service projects, and to establish and maintain contacts within the community to promote IRET.
Financial:
May assist with administrative duties such as processing accounts receivable and payables.
Maintains accurate records in software and files.
Responsible for 40% marketing & sales, 40% customer service, 20% business admin
Supervisory Responsibilities
This role has no supervisory responsibilities.
Equipment Issued
Standard computer package issued. If expected to carry a mobile phone, eligible for a monthly reimbursement according to company policy.
Travel Required
Some local travel may be required.
Education & Experience
Required: High School Diploma, or equivalent.
Preferred: Background in sales is preferred.
Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities
Language Skills – Ability to read and interpret documents such as lease documents, safety rules, instructions, and procedural manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees of the organization.
Mathematical Skills – Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals. Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent.
Reasoning Ability – Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.
Computer Skills – To perform this job successfully, an individual should be computer literate and have knowledge of Property Management software; MRI preferred; working knowledge of Outlook, Word, and Excel. Ability to use computer in professional manner is required.
Physical Requirements
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to sit. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; and reach with arms and hands. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, and depth perception.
Experience
Preferred
Back in Sales Preferred
Education
Required
High School or better
Job Description
A General Manager must be committed to inspiring our team, helping our Customers succeed and growing our business with integrity. Professional level sales and management position capable of supporting functions on both sides of the business. The role requires understanding of store systems, automotive systems, parts knowledge and has the ability to identify, troubleshoot and project assist for DIY. Responsible for developing and maintaining Professional Customer relationships and program growth. Is accountable for achieving financial metrics and maintaining service and appearance standards. Position is exempt and requires a minimum of 50-55 hours per week (excluding meal break periods). The average schedule is 5-6 days a week, 11 hour shifts, including rotating nights and weekends, with an hour for lunch. Additional hours may be required based on staffing, store conditions, sales to target, and other business demands. General Managers are required to work a schedule based on the needs of the business.
Primary Responsibilities
Achieve overall store sales goals and service objectives
Manage and grow Professional Customer relationships/sales, including building and holding team accountable to executing Customer action plans
Selection, hiring, development, performance mgmt., coaching, scheduling and engagement of store Team Members
Ensure execution of all inventory and operational standards
Coach all Team Members to deliver on Customer expectations (DIY and Professional)
Manager on duty responsibilities (touch base/coaching, floor/phone mgmt., task assignment and completion, safety, open/close duties)
Ability to lead change management
Embrace diversity and foster a respectful environment for both Customers and Team Members
Secondary Responsibilities
Provide DIY service including battery installation, testing, wiper install, etc.
Assist District/Region in other functions upon request
Success Factors
Friendly communication
Ability to locate and stock parts
Safety knowledge and skills
Ability to become ASE P2 certified or ASE ready equivalent
Ability to execute and train project and product quality recommendations
Advanced parts lookup and sourcing
Ability to source from numerous places including special order, FDO, second source, etc.
Ability to execute and train all store operational processes and procedures, and testing and diagnostic equipment for DIY services
Ability to execute and train inventory systems and store equipment
Ability to execute and train POS and Parts lookup systems
Ability to review and analyze P&L statement
Ability to recruit, select, hire and develop quality Team Members
Ability to build and grow relationships with Professional Customers
Essential Job Skills Necessary for Success as a General Manager
Working knowledge of automotive systems preferred
Speak and write English (Spanish a plus); communicate effectively and build strong relationships with Customers, peers and upper management
Use Microsoft software effectively (Word, Excel required; PowerPoint preferred)
Calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, percentages, sales increases, and gross profit percent
Ability to review and analyze business reports, such as profit and loss statement (P&L)
Hold others accountable, inspect work quality and give feedback in a way that is inspiring
Ability to work an assortment of days, evenings and weekends as needed
Prior Experience that Sets a General Manager up for Success
2-3 years of experience managing a team of 10 - 20 Team Members in a fast-paced and highly dynamic retail environment
Successful experience managing profitability; proven financial and business acumen
Education, Certificates, Licenses, Registrations
High school diploma or general education degree (GED), Bachelor’s degree in business or a related area preferred.
Must have a valid driver's license
ASE certification preferred, but not required
Physical Demands
The physical demands and work environment described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job, with or without reasonable accommodation. While performing the duties of this job, the employee will predominantly be walking or standing. The employee is required to be able to talk and hear, and use hands and fingers to handle or feel; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.
Work Environment
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job, with or without reasonable accommodation. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is usually working inside; however, they will occasionally be outside and exposed to various weather conditions while performing such tasks as installing batteries and wiper blades. The employee is also occasionally exposed to moving mechanical parts; high, precarious places; toxic or caustic chemicals; risk of electrical shock; explosives; and vibration. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
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Oct 12, 2019
Job Description
A General Manager must be committed to inspiring our team, helping our Customers succeed and growing our business with integrity. Professional level sales and management position capable of supporting functions on both sides of the business. The role requires understanding of store systems, automotive systems, parts knowledge and has the ability to identify, troubleshoot and project assist for DIY. Responsible for developing and maintaining Professional Customer relationships and program growth. Is accountable for achieving financial metrics and maintaining service and appearance standards. Position is exempt and requires a minimum of 50-55 hours per week (excluding meal break periods). The average schedule is 5-6 days a week, 11 hour shifts, including rotating nights and weekends, with an hour for lunch. Additional hours may be required based on staffing, store conditions, sales to target, and other business demands. General Managers are required to work a schedule based on the needs of the business.
Primary Responsibilities
Achieve overall store sales goals and service objectives
Manage and grow Professional Customer relationships/sales, including building and holding team accountable to executing Customer action plans
Selection, hiring, development, performance mgmt., coaching, scheduling and engagement of store Team Members
Ensure execution of all inventory and operational standards
Coach all Team Members to deliver on Customer expectations (DIY and Professional)
Manager on duty responsibilities (touch base/coaching, floor/phone mgmt., task assignment and completion, safety, open/close duties)
Ability to lead change management
Embrace diversity and foster a respectful environment for both Customers and Team Members
Secondary Responsibilities
Provide DIY service including battery installation, testing, wiper install, etc.
Assist District/Region in other functions upon request
Success Factors
Friendly communication
Ability to locate and stock parts
Safety knowledge and skills
Ability to become ASE P2 certified or ASE ready equivalent
Ability to execute and train project and product quality recommendations
Advanced parts lookup and sourcing
Ability to source from numerous places including special order, FDO, second source, etc.
Ability to execute and train all store operational processes and procedures, and testing and diagnostic equipment for DIY services
Ability to execute and train inventory systems and store equipment
Ability to execute and train POS and Parts lookup systems
Ability to review and analyze P&L statement
Ability to recruit, select, hire and develop quality Team Members
Ability to build and grow relationships with Professional Customers
Essential Job Skills Necessary for Success as a General Manager
Working knowledge of automotive systems preferred
Speak and write English (Spanish a plus); communicate effectively and build strong relationships with Customers, peers and upper management
Use Microsoft software effectively (Word, Excel required; PowerPoint preferred)
Calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, percentages, sales increases, and gross profit percent
Ability to review and analyze business reports, such as profit and loss statement (P&L)
Hold others accountable, inspect work quality and give feedback in a way that is inspiring
Ability to work an assortment of days, evenings and weekends as needed
Prior Experience that Sets a General Manager up for Success
2-3 years of experience managing a team of 10 - 20 Team Members in a fast-paced and highly dynamic retail environment
Successful experience managing profitability; proven financial and business acumen
Education, Certificates, Licenses, Registrations
High school diploma or general education degree (GED), Bachelor’s degree in business or a related area preferred.
Must have a valid driver's license
ASE certification preferred, but not required
Physical Demands
The physical demands and work environment described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job, with or without reasonable accommodation. While performing the duties of this job, the employee will predominantly be walking or standing. The employee is required to be able to talk and hear, and use hands and fingers to handle or feel; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 100 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.
Work Environment
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job, with or without reasonable accommodation. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is usually working inside; however, they will occasionally be outside and exposed to various weather conditions while performing such tasks as installing batteries and wiper blades. The employee is also occasionally exposed to moving mechanical parts; high, precarious places; toxic or caustic chemicals; risk of electrical shock; explosives; and vibration. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
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Wealth Management Advisor-190000140
At U.S. Bank, we're passionate about helping customers and the communities where we live and work. The fifth-largest bank in the United States, we’re one of the country's most respected, innovative and successful financial institutions. U.S. Bank is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating a diverse workforce. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, religion, color, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or veteran status, among other factors.
The Investment Relationship Manager (IRM) is the investment planning and investment and insurance products lead on the Private Client Group Team. The IRM is responsible for facilitating the delivery of strategies and capabilities including portfolio management, trust administration, investment advisory and insurance. IRMs partner with the team to assist clients and families by gaining a thorough understanding of their unique goals and objectives and constructing appropriate goals based investment portfolios. IRMs advise clients using U.S. Bank's Asset Management Group (AMG) or U.S. Bancorp Investment's open architecture where appropriate, to deliver economic and market views, investment strategy, manager/fund/security research and due diligence, and portfolio construction resulting in tailored investment management and insurance services based upon a client's unique situation.
Qualifications
Basic Qualifications
Bachelor's degree, or equivalent work experience
Two to five years of experience in a financial sales position, preferably working with Private Client Group clients
FINRA Series 7, 63, 65 or 66 license, and applicable state insurance license
Preferred Skills/Experience
Expert knowledge in financial planning, including but not limited to goals based planning, asset allocation, retirement planning, and education funding
Expert knowledge of the securities industry, including U.S. Bancorp Investments, investment and insurance products and services
Extensive knowledge of private banking products and services, including credit processes and policies
Ability to effectively present investment strategies to clients and maintains a holistic approach to planning
Strong relationship management, sales and new business development skills
Well-developed analytical and problem-solving skills
Excellent interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills
Proficient with various computer software programs including the ability to use recommended desktop planning tools and processes
Job Investments / Insurance
Primary Location Minnesota-MN-Lakeville
Shift 1st - Daytime
Average Hours Per Week 40
Oct 12, 2019
Wealth Management Advisor-190000140
At U.S. Bank, we're passionate about helping customers and the communities where we live and work. The fifth-largest bank in the United States, we’re one of the country's most respected, innovative and successful financial institutions. U.S. Bank is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating a diverse workforce. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, religion, color, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or veteran status, among other factors.
The Investment Relationship Manager (IRM) is the investment planning and investment and insurance products lead on the Private Client Group Team. The IRM is responsible for facilitating the delivery of strategies and capabilities including portfolio management, trust administration, investment advisory and insurance. IRMs partner with the team to assist clients and families by gaining a thorough understanding of their unique goals and objectives and constructing appropriate goals based investment portfolios. IRMs advise clients using U.S. Bank's Asset Management Group (AMG) or U.S. Bancorp Investment's open architecture where appropriate, to deliver economic and market views, investment strategy, manager/fund/security research and due diligence, and portfolio construction resulting in tailored investment management and insurance services based upon a client's unique situation.
Qualifications
Basic Qualifications
Bachelor's degree, or equivalent work experience
Two to five years of experience in a financial sales position, preferably working with Private Client Group clients
FINRA Series 7, 63, 65 or 66 license, and applicable state insurance license
Preferred Skills/Experience
Expert knowledge in financial planning, including but not limited to goals based planning, asset allocation, retirement planning, and education funding
Expert knowledge of the securities industry, including U.S. Bancorp Investments, investment and insurance products and services
Extensive knowledge of private banking products and services, including credit processes and policies
Ability to effectively present investment strategies to clients and maintains a holistic approach to planning
Strong relationship management, sales and new business development skills
Well-developed analytical and problem-solving skills
Excellent interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills
Proficient with various computer software programs including the ability to use recommended desktop planning tools and processes
Job Investments / Insurance
Primary Location Minnesota-MN-Lakeville
Shift 1st - Daytime
Average Hours Per Week 40
Job Details
Description
Post Consumer Brands is a $2 billion business currently focused on Ready to Eat Cereal, where it holds the #3 market position in a highly competitive, fragmented category. Post Consumer Brands’ broad cereal portfolio spans all segments of the category, including Private Label, Value, Mainstream, Natural and Organic, Oatmeal, and farina-based hot cereal. Major brands include Honey Bunches of Oats, Fruity Pebbles, Malt-O-Meal bagged cereal, Raisin Bran, Honeycomb, Shredded Wheat, Grape Nuts, Great Grains, Weetabix, Barbara’s and more.
Post Consumer Brands is looking for an agile, objective, technology savvy consumer insights professional to serve as our Associate Director of Insights and Planning. As a key member of the Insights & Planning team, this individual will serve as a leader that enables the voice of the consumer to drive data-informed, strategically minded brand plans and growth strategies for our overall business. He/she will collaborate with brand marketers to identify not only “who” the brand needs to engage with, but also “what” we need to communicate in order to generate the purchase behavior we seek. This individual will sit on the Insights & Planning lead team and have a deep collaboration with the Associate Director, Insights & Planning Analytics lead. Additionally, this person will collaborate with heads of Insights & Analytics for other portfolio companies within Post Holdings.
This position is responsible for developing, managing and communicating actionable consumer insights by leveraging strong story-telling skills to drive brand, customer and marketplace success. This position works cross functionally supporting marketing, cat man, sales, finance, business leadership teams, business and trade solution teams. Research spans the entire PCB portfolio and across the research continuum including consumer segmentation, innovation development/testing, advertising development, in-market tracking, white space identification, ethnographic discovery, trend tracking and syndicated studies. Strong partnership, communication and prioritization skills are required to build productive working relationships with cross-functional teams and external partners. A spirit of entrepreneurship and agility will be necessary to enable PCB to be a best-in-class Insights & Planning organization.
KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES
Direct primary consumer and customer research and partner with R&D/Sensory on all product development testing; be a liaison with consumer response, incorporating overall consumer feedback into our learning agenda and action plans
Partner with our Nielsen on-site staff as well as assure adherence and maximum value extraction from our ongoing partnership with this key agency.
Empower decision making by delivering deep consumer understanding in simple, story like fashion. Provide clear, actionable recommendations and consult to ensure activation of the learning.
Be an expert on traditional methodologies while not shying away from exploring more agile and behaviorally based improvements that reflect new learnings and discoveries within the research community.
Bring a sense of creativity and exploration to the Insights & Planning team and the full Marketing organization. Be a visionary that is constantly discovering new methods and approaches to solving research objectives.
Be a doer and a leader. Be comfortable and thrive in a culture where leaders both manage people and research projects.
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
Demonstrates PCB values of putting safety first, winning together, acting with integrity, being courageous and driving for results by embracing the Insight & Planning team’s vision
Guides the selection of research methodology and ensures appropriate strategic research is conducted
Manages consumer insights projects from design, collection, analysis, communication, and implementation of insights
Manages and leverages external research partners to deliver projects on time and within budget
Key contributor to the development and communication of the annual research plan
Ensures appropriate use of finding and recommendations with teams and business partners; offers coaching when needed
Prioritizes key business issues based on strategic impact for the company
Develops a point of view informed by experience, information and intuition, to guide businesses
Presents comfortably and effectively to large/senior audiences and has the ability to foster alignment
Participates in cross functional business management processes
Has direct report responsibilities including developing, coaching and evaluating their progress as well as effectively delegating to maximize contributions
QUALIFICATIONS
Minimum Education: Bachelor’s degree required (Master’s Degree in related field preferred)
Minimum Experience: 15+ years of market research experience in consumer packaged goods
Preferred Experience: Multiple product categories within consumer packaged goods, both research agency and client-side experience; advertising agency experience a plus, but not mandatory.
Solid people leadership experience: Ability to build and leverage the capabilities of a high-performing team, as well as business partners across the enterprise. He/she should foster innovation, drive critical decisions, and be able to consistently deliver results
Strong executive communication skills: Solid written and oral communication credentials, coupled with strategic influencing skills and storytelling.
Clear results orientation: He/she should be able to drive and execute an agenda in an uncertain and fluid environment
Broad perspective: knows how to pull insights from multiple sources and unexpected places to drive break-through understanding and action plans
Strong management and interpersonal skills. Ability to influence without formal authority
Deep CPG business and marketing communications experience
JOB LOCATION
Lakeville, MN. Relocation assistance may be available. Anticipated travel: 10-20%
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Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information.
Oct 10, 2019
Job Details
Description
Post Consumer Brands is a $2 billion business currently focused on Ready to Eat Cereal, where it holds the #3 market position in a highly competitive, fragmented category. Post Consumer Brands’ broad cereal portfolio spans all segments of the category, including Private Label, Value, Mainstream, Natural and Organic, Oatmeal, and farina-based hot cereal. Major brands include Honey Bunches of Oats, Fruity Pebbles, Malt-O-Meal bagged cereal, Raisin Bran, Honeycomb, Shredded Wheat, Grape Nuts, Great Grains, Weetabix, Barbara’s and more.
Post Consumer Brands is looking for an agile, objective, technology savvy consumer insights professional to serve as our Associate Director of Insights and Planning. As a key member of the Insights & Planning team, this individual will serve as a leader that enables the voice of the consumer to drive data-informed, strategically minded brand plans and growth strategies for our overall business. He/she will collaborate with brand marketers to identify not only “who” the brand needs to engage with, but also “what” we need to communicate in order to generate the purchase behavior we seek. This individual will sit on the Insights & Planning lead team and have a deep collaboration with the Associate Director, Insights & Planning Analytics lead. Additionally, this person will collaborate with heads of Insights & Analytics for other portfolio companies within Post Holdings.
This position is responsible for developing, managing and communicating actionable consumer insights by leveraging strong story-telling skills to drive brand, customer and marketplace success. This position works cross functionally supporting marketing, cat man, sales, finance, business leadership teams, business and trade solution teams. Research spans the entire PCB portfolio and across the research continuum including consumer segmentation, innovation development/testing, advertising development, in-market tracking, white space identification, ethnographic discovery, trend tracking and syndicated studies. Strong partnership, communication and prioritization skills are required to build productive working relationships with cross-functional teams and external partners. A spirit of entrepreneurship and agility will be necessary to enable PCB to be a best-in-class Insights & Planning organization.
KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES
Direct primary consumer and customer research and partner with R&D/Sensory on all product development testing; be a liaison with consumer response, incorporating overall consumer feedback into our learning agenda and action plans
Partner with our Nielsen on-site staff as well as assure adherence and maximum value extraction from our ongoing partnership with this key agency.
Empower decision making by delivering deep consumer understanding in simple, story like fashion. Provide clear, actionable recommendations and consult to ensure activation of the learning.
Be an expert on traditional methodologies while not shying away from exploring more agile and behaviorally based improvements that reflect new learnings and discoveries within the research community.
Bring a sense of creativity and exploration to the Insights & Planning team and the full Marketing organization. Be a visionary that is constantly discovering new methods and approaches to solving research objectives.
Be a doer and a leader. Be comfortable and thrive in a culture where leaders both manage people and research projects.
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
Demonstrates PCB values of putting safety first, winning together, acting with integrity, being courageous and driving for results by embracing the Insight & Planning team’s vision
Guides the selection of research methodology and ensures appropriate strategic research is conducted
Manages consumer insights projects from design, collection, analysis, communication, and implementation of insights
Manages and leverages external research partners to deliver projects on time and within budget
Key contributor to the development and communication of the annual research plan
Ensures appropriate use of finding and recommendations with teams and business partners; offers coaching when needed
Prioritizes key business issues based on strategic impact for the company
Develops a point of view informed by experience, information and intuition, to guide businesses
Presents comfortably and effectively to large/senior audiences and has the ability to foster alignment
Participates in cross functional business management processes
Has direct report responsibilities including developing, coaching and evaluating their progress as well as effectively delegating to maximize contributions
QUALIFICATIONS
Minimum Education: Bachelor’s degree required (Master’s Degree in related field preferred)
Minimum Experience: 15+ years of market research experience in consumer packaged goods
Preferred Experience: Multiple product categories within consumer packaged goods, both research agency and client-side experience; advertising agency experience a plus, but not mandatory.
Solid people leadership experience: Ability to build and leverage the capabilities of a high-performing team, as well as business partners across the enterprise. He/she should foster innovation, drive critical decisions, and be able to consistently deliver results
Strong executive communication skills: Solid written and oral communication credentials, coupled with strategic influencing skills and storytelling.
Clear results orientation: He/she should be able to drive and execute an agenda in an uncertain and fluid environment
Broad perspective: knows how to pull insights from multiple sources and unexpected places to drive break-through understanding and action plans
Strong management and interpersonal skills. Ability to influence without formal authority
Deep CPG business and marketing communications experience
JOB LOCATION
Lakeville, MN. Relocation assistance may be available. Anticipated travel: 10-20%
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Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information.
Job Details
Description
Post Consumer Brands is a $2 billion business currently focused on Ready to Eat Cereal, where it holds the #3 market position in a highly competitive, fragmented category. Post Consumer Brands’ broad cereal portfolio spans all segments of the category, including Private Label, Value, Mainstream, Natural and Organic, Oatmeal, and farina-based hot cereal. Major brands include Honey Bunches of Oats, Fruity Pebbles, Malt-O-Meal bagged cereal, Raisin Bran, Honeycomb, Shredded Wheat, Grape Nuts, Great Grains, Weetabix, Barbara’s and more.
Post Consumer Brands is looking for an agile, objective, technology savvy consumer insights professional to serve as our Associate Director of Insights and Planning. As a key member of the Insights & Planning team, this individual will serve as a leader that enables the voice of the consumer to drive data-informed, strategically minded brand plans and growth strategies for our overall business. He/she will collaborate with brand marketers to identify not only “who” the brand needs to engage with, but also “what” we need to communicate in order to generate the purchase behavior we seek. This individual will sit on the Insights & Planning lead team and have a deep collaboration with the Associate Director, Insights & Planning Analytics lead. Additionally, this person will collaborate with heads of Insights & Analytics for other portfolio companies within Post Holdings.
This position is responsible for developing, managing and communicating actionable consumer insights by leveraging strong story-telling skills to drive brand, customer and marketplace success. This position works cross functionally supporting marketing, cat man, sales, finance, business leadership teams, business and trade solution teams. Research spans the entire PCB portfolio and across the research continuum including consumer segmentation, innovation development/testing, advertising development, in-market tracking, white space identification, ethnographic discovery, trend tracking and syndicated studies. Strong partnership, communication and prioritization skills are required to build productive working relationships with cross-functional teams and external partners. A spirit of entrepreneurship and agility will be necessary to enable PCB to be a best-in-class Insights & Planning organization.
KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES
Direct primary consumer and customer research and partner with R&D/Sensory on all product development testing; be a liaison with consumer response, incorporating overall consumer feedback into our learning agenda and action plans
Partner with our Nielsen on-site staff as well as assure adherence and maximum value extraction from our ongoing partnership with this key agency.
Empower decision making by delivering deep consumer understanding in simple, story like fashion. Provide clear, actionable recommendations and consult to ensure activation of the learning.
Be an expert on traditional methodologies while not shying away from exploring more agile and behaviorally based improvements that reflect new learnings and discoveries within the research community.
Bring a sense of creativity and exploration to the Insights & Planning team and the full Marketing organization. Be a visionary that is constantly discovering new methods and approaches to solving research objectives.
Be a doer and a leader. Be comfortable and thrive in a culture where leaders both manage people and research projects.
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
Demonstrates PCB values of putting safety first, winning together, acting with integrity, being courageous and driving for results by embracing the Insight & Planning team’s vision
Guides the selection of research methodology and ensures appropriate strategic research is conducted
Manages consumer insights projects from design, collection, analysis, communication, and implementation of insights
Manages and leverages external research partners to deliver projects on time and within budget
Key contributor to the development and communication of the annual research plan
Ensures appropriate use of finding and recommendations with teams and business partners; offers coaching when needed
Prioritizes key business issues based on strategic impact for the company
Develops a point of view informed by experience, information and intuition, to guide businesses
Presents comfortably and effectively to large/senior audiences and has the ability to foster alignment
Participates in cross functional business management processes
Has direct report responsibilities including developing, coaching and evaluating their progress as well as effectively delegating to maximize contributions
QUALIFICATIONS
Minimum Education: Bachelor’s degree required (Master’s Degree in related field preferred)
Minimum Experience: 15+ years of market research experience in consumer packaged goods
Preferred Experience: Multiple product categories within consumer packaged goods, both research agency and client-side experience; advertising agency experience a plus, but not mandatory.
Solid people leadership experience: Ability to build and leverage the capabilities of a high-performing team, as well as business partners across the enterprise. He/she should foster innovation, drive critical decisions, and be able to consistently deliver results
Strong executive communication skills: Solid written and oral communication credentials, coupled with strategic influencing skills and storytelling.
Clear results orientation: He/she should be able to drive and execute an agenda in an uncertain and fluid environment
Broad perspective: knows how to pull insights from multiple sources and unexpected places to drive break-through understanding and action plans
Strong management and interpersonal skills. Ability to influence without formal authority
Deep CPG business and marketing communications experience
JOB LOCATION
Lakeville, MN. Relocation assistance may be available. Anticipated travel: 10-20%
#LI-KID
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information.
Oct 10, 2019
Job Details
Description
Post Consumer Brands is a $2 billion business currently focused on Ready to Eat Cereal, where it holds the #3 market position in a highly competitive, fragmented category. Post Consumer Brands’ broad cereal portfolio spans all segments of the category, including Private Label, Value, Mainstream, Natural and Organic, Oatmeal, and farina-based hot cereal. Major brands include Honey Bunches of Oats, Fruity Pebbles, Malt-O-Meal bagged cereal, Raisin Bran, Honeycomb, Shredded Wheat, Grape Nuts, Great Grains, Weetabix, Barbara’s and more.
Post Consumer Brands is looking for an agile, objective, technology savvy consumer insights professional to serve as our Associate Director of Insights and Planning. As a key member of the Insights & Planning team, this individual will serve as a leader that enables the voice of the consumer to drive data-informed, strategically minded brand plans and growth strategies for our overall business. He/she will collaborate with brand marketers to identify not only “who” the brand needs to engage with, but also “what” we need to communicate in order to generate the purchase behavior we seek. This individual will sit on the Insights & Planning lead team and have a deep collaboration with the Associate Director, Insights & Planning Analytics lead. Additionally, this person will collaborate with heads of Insights & Analytics for other portfolio companies within Post Holdings.
This position is responsible for developing, managing and communicating actionable consumer insights by leveraging strong story-telling skills to drive brand, customer and marketplace success. This position works cross functionally supporting marketing, cat man, sales, finance, business leadership teams, business and trade solution teams. Research spans the entire PCB portfolio and across the research continuum including consumer segmentation, innovation development/testing, advertising development, in-market tracking, white space identification, ethnographic discovery, trend tracking and syndicated studies. Strong partnership, communication and prioritization skills are required to build productive working relationships with cross-functional teams and external partners. A spirit of entrepreneurship and agility will be necessary to enable PCB to be a best-in-class Insights & Planning organization.
KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES
Direct primary consumer and customer research and partner with R&D/Sensory on all product development testing; be a liaison with consumer response, incorporating overall consumer feedback into our learning agenda and action plans
Partner with our Nielsen on-site staff as well as assure adherence and maximum value extraction from our ongoing partnership with this key agency.
Empower decision making by delivering deep consumer understanding in simple, story like fashion. Provide clear, actionable recommendations and consult to ensure activation of the learning.
Be an expert on traditional methodologies while not shying away from exploring more agile and behaviorally based improvements that reflect new learnings and discoveries within the research community.
Bring a sense of creativity and exploration to the Insights & Planning team and the full Marketing organization. Be a visionary that is constantly discovering new methods and approaches to solving research objectives.
Be a doer and a leader. Be comfortable and thrive in a culture where leaders both manage people and research projects.
JOB RESPONSIBILITIES
Demonstrates PCB values of putting safety first, winning together, acting with integrity, being courageous and driving for results by embracing the Insight & Planning team’s vision
Guides the selection of research methodology and ensures appropriate strategic research is conducted
Manages consumer insights projects from design, collection, analysis, communication, and implementation of insights
Manages and leverages external research partners to deliver projects on time and within budget
Key contributor to the development and communication of the annual research plan
Ensures appropriate use of finding and recommendations with teams and business partners; offers coaching when needed
Prioritizes key business issues based on strategic impact for the company
Develops a point of view informed by experience, information and intuition, to guide businesses
Presents comfortably and effectively to large/senior audiences and has the ability to foster alignment
Participates in cross functional business management processes
Has direct report responsibilities including developing, coaching and evaluating their progress as well as effectively delegating to maximize contributions
QUALIFICATIONS
Minimum Education: Bachelor’s degree required (Master’s Degree in related field preferred)
Minimum Experience: 15+ years of market research experience in consumer packaged goods
Preferred Experience: Multiple product categories within consumer packaged goods, both research agency and client-side experience; advertising agency experience a plus, but not mandatory.
Solid people leadership experience: Ability to build and leverage the capabilities of a high-performing team, as well as business partners across the enterprise. He/she should foster innovation, drive critical decisions, and be able to consistently deliver results
Strong executive communication skills: Solid written and oral communication credentials, coupled with strategic influencing skills and storytelling.
Clear results orientation: He/she should be able to drive and execute an agenda in an uncertain and fluid environment
Broad perspective: knows how to pull insights from multiple sources and unexpected places to drive break-through understanding and action plans
Strong management and interpersonal skills. Ability to influence without formal authority
Deep CPG business and marketing communications experience
JOB LOCATION
Lakeville, MN. Relocation assistance may be available. Anticipated travel: 10-20%
#LI-KID
Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities
The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor’s legal duty to furnish information.
