[MBA-PT-Students] Clemson MBA Announcements- March 20
Jamie Patterson
jpatte4 at clemson.edu
Thu Mar 20 10:36:04 EDT 2014
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Course Scheduling
Please find the 2014 Fall Schedule attached. Registration opens up on Monday, March 31 at 8am. Please be prepared to register as soon as possible on the 31st to secure a spot in the classes that you need.
If you have any questions or would like to set up an academic advising appointment, please contact Jamie Patterson (jpatte4 at clemson.edu<mailto:jpatte4 at clemson.edu>) or Jane Layton (elayton at clemson.edu<mailto:elayton at clemson.edu>).
VOLUNTEERS NEEDED
For the third year in a row, Clemson MBA is the Presenting Sponsor for Downtown Alive, the weekly free music event held Thursday nights on Main Street in front of the Hyatt. Each Thursday from 5:30 – 8:30 PM we have a tent set up inside the event where we hand out promotional items and talk to the guests about the MBA program. The event begins March 20th and will run every week through August 28th.
We are looking for volunteers to staff the booth during the 2014 season. It is more fun if you work in teams of two. The tent and table are already set up and all you have to do is bring the wheeled cart full of brochures and koozies and set them up on the table, then be available to hand them out/answer questions if needed. You will be provided with free drink tickets for the evening and everything you need to set up the display.
If you are interested in volunteering for one or several evenings, please email Darlene Fuhst at dfuhst at clemson.edu<mailto:dfuhst at clemson.edu> with available dates.
Student Worker Positions
Full time students- please let me know if you are interested in a student worker position for Summer and Fall. We will have openings for 5th floor reception and the admissions assistant. Please send me your resume ASAP if you are interested in either.
(jpatte4 at clemson.edu<mailto:jpatte4 at clemson.edu>)
2014 Greenville Grok Conference- April 5
The Iron Yard is presenting the 2014 Greenville Grok Conference on Saturday, April 5th. If you are interested in participating and attending please email Matt Klein ASAP (mcklein at clemson.edu<mailto:mcklein at clemson.edu>)
http://theironyard.com/grok/
Global Water Day Workshop- April 22
Please join us on April 22 at 12:30pm to hear news about the challenges and opportunities from an investment management professional for The Calvert Global Water Fund. Calvert Investments and its sub-advisor Kleinwort Benson Investors International (KBII) bring a unique combination of strengths to water sector investing. Based in Dublin, Ireland, KBII has been at the forefront of investing in water-related companies since 2000 and its dedicated Eco-Funds. The KBII portfolio team scours the water sector to identify the companies that they believe are market leaders with strong fundamentals, solid long-term prospects, proven technologies, and established market positions. These companies must also meet Calvert's exacting sustainability and human rights criteria related to water.
A LIGHT LUNCH WILL BE PROVIDED
Additional information is attached and please RSVP to the link below:
http://cbbsglobalwaterday.eventbrite.com
Upcoming Speaker Events at ONE
First Friday Leadership Series: 5 pm
Friday, April 4
Keith Eades, Founder and CEO of Sales Performance International (SPI)
Entrepreneur in the Round: 5 pm
Monday, March 24
Monday, April 28
Women's Leadership Roundtable: 12 noon
Monday, April 14<http://www.eventbrite.com/e/womens-leadership-roundtable-april-tickets-9747277369>
Social Networking Series- Lunch and Learn Workshops
Join Clemson University and EnVeritas Group at Greenville ONE for FREE lunchtime social media instructional sessions for professionals. Trained social media professionals will teach you how to boost your own social media presence in order to optimize your career opportunities, as well as how you can bring back techniques that can help you promote your company and increase your ability to achieve business objectives.
Please bring a bag lunch to enjoy during the presentation.
All workshops will take place in Classroom 505:
Thursday, April 3- Facebook & Twitter: http://clemsonfacebook.eventbrite.com
Thursday, May 8- Google+ Slideshare, and other emerging social media channels: http://clemsongoogleplus.eventbrite.com
Computer Workshops
Excel Workshops: Essential Skills You need to know for Excel
All workshops will be 9am-1pm in Classroom 604. Please RSVP to the links below.
March 28th - https://excelsession3.eventbrite.com
· Creating Dynamic Worksheets by Using PivotTables
· Creating Charts and Graphics
· Printing
April 18th - https://excelsession4.eventbrite.com
· Automating Repetitive Tasks by Using Macros
· Working with Other Microsoft Office Programs
· Collaborating with Colleagues
Adobe Workshops: Essential Skills You need to know for Adobe
All workshops will be 9am-1pm in Classroom 604. Please RSVP to the links below.
April 11th- Dreamweaver- http://dreamweaverskills.eventbrite.com
Director of Supply Chain Management- AFL
Job description
AFL is seeking a Director of Supply Chain Management to be based in the Greenville/Spartanburg, SC area. The position has direct responsibility for driving cost savings through oversight and management including planning, controlling, and coordinating all aspects of the supply chain on an international level. This position is responsible for purchasing of materials, demand planning, and the overall supply chain management for the BU. He/she oversees the implementation of supply chain strategies, develops & implements methods and processes for efficient supply chains, establishing priorities, supervising personnel and striving for continuous improvements. He/she will direct all activities and ensure that all business commitments are met in regards to cost containment, demand planning & scheduling, and projects as needed. This position has broad based responsibility for providing strategic direction, tactical oversight and leadership for supply chain functions. In addition, the Director of Supply Chain Management is responsible for developing, implementing and continually improving all organizational -wide cross-functional processes, while maintaining/improving profitability.
Specific responsibilities include but are not limited to:
Develops/Maintains profitable supply chain plan for existing and new product introduction by coordinating requirements across various functional areas to include Purchasing, Product Line Management, Demand Planning, Direct and indirect (CM’s) Manufacturing and Program Management
Overall accountability for adherence to supply chain and cost reductions targets, supplier delivery requirements, overseeing demand planning activities; monitoring progress, revising schedules and resolving cross departmental problems
Achieves financial objectives by; compiling and studying costs; initiating corrective actions and implementing continuous improvement opportunities.
Facilitates cross functional teams interactions in the US and Mexico to improve communication and processes
Defines and recommends departmental objectives, prepares budgets and cost reductions targets.
Develops monitors and analyzes key performance indicators for supply chain activities.
Analyzing and recommending the outsourcing of products after reviewing internal capacity, capabilities and production scheduling
Assist with the development of various business related forecast
Coordinate with Program Management group to aid in the “make/buy” product decisions which this position is the final decision maker.
Driving, managing and improving processes, including on an international level.
Desired Skills and Experience
Skills/Requirements
Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, MBA desired, or equivalent industry experience.
10+ years of progressive experience in supply chain management & operations management, international sourcing and logistics, project management, team leadership skills.
Strong success record implementing supply chain improvements which effect bottom line results.
5+ years experience leading and motivating others to accomplish business objectives
Experience leading others in multiple locations including international locations.
Experience in promoting business process improvements, Manufacturing Control Planning, Manufacturing Methods and Procedures, Production Planning.
Full cycle Project Management.
Experience driving, managing and leading change efforts targeted at improving costs and service.
Bilingual (Spanish and/or Chinese) would be a plus
Strong analytical and communication (written and verbal) skills
Proven ability to handle and prioritize multiple tasks and work constructively in a team environment
A record of continuous career growth
Ability to think and operate at both strategic and tactical levels.
Training: ISO/TL-9000, Project and / or Program Management skills, Problem Solving methodology, Manufacturing & Operations Principals & Techniques, & Leadership skills.
Quality Responsibilities: Implementation & support of BU quality initiatives.
EHS Responsibilities: Meet Environmental, Health and Safety rules and policies.
Apply here and also email me your resume (jpatte4 at clemson.edu<mailto:jpatte4 at clemson.edu>): https://www.hirebridge.com/v3/application/Jobapplylogin.aspx?cid=6019&jid=232308
Regional Business Development Manager- Day & Zimmerman
Job description
The Regional Business Development Manager - Process & Industrial; is responsible for growing the Day & Zimmermann
brand and business growth through strategic alliances and new customer development to increase revenue
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
Develop and actively maintain strong relationships and identify decision makers throughout the customer organization,
including procurement, engineering, construction / project management groups at the plants and corporate offices.
Expectation of a significant amount of face to face sales calls every week within a defined geographic territory.
Develop and actively maintain relationships with key customer vendors, and identify potential strategic partners.
Gain a complete and thorough understanding of the customer's Business Goals, Objectives, and 3-year plan for major
projects.
Market and sell Engineering Services, Construction / Project Management, and Maintenance Contracting Services to
customers. Formulate the account plan &strategy to optimize success and maximize revenue. Determine the proposal
strategy and support proposal preparation for all work bid to customers.
Support Process & Industrial site and Corporate ECM operations and management, as required, to remove roadblocks in
order to optimize success and maximize contract profitability. Understand and exploit weaknesses of competitors to secure
the maximum amount of work for ECM. Maintain an active and current database of key client contacts, company information,
press releases, personal information and document significant client meeting notes and Business Development activity.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Excellent interpersonal skills. Strong ability to influence and build relationships.
Ability to clearly and concisely convey technical, financial, and contractual information, to all levels of the organization,
internally and externally, orally, via written word and through presentations.
Solid overall knowledge of the Process & Industrial Market and ability to close business in the areas of Engineering,
Construction, and Maintenance. Ability to juggle competing priorities in a fast pace environment. Ability to work as an
individual contributor in a team environment.
Desired Skills and Experience
Minimum Education and Experience
Bachelor's Degree in business or related field.
5-10 years of progressive sales/Business Development experience.
Long cycle sales experience that carried a sales goal of at least $5 Million/year.
Email me your resume if you are interested. (jpatte4 at clemson.edu<mailto:jpatte4 at clemson.edu>)
Product Marketing Manager- Proterra
Position Overview
The Product Marketing Manager will lead the company's efforts to successfully build industry leading market share for its innovative products. This position will take ownership for customer and field-facing product marketing functions of the company’s EV bus for transit agencies and commercial operator product lines ranging from: creating a marketing plan to support category revenue targets, product roadmap development, product positioning, messaging, sales force and partner training, investor/analyst communications, marketing programs, product presentations and demonstrations, product launches, and more.
Essential Job Functions/Responsibilities
Market Development:
· Performs the market research, customer information, buyers' needs, competitive intelligence in order to create market differentiation and preference for Proterra's line of EV transportation solutions.
· Determines market demand and potential, Proterra product development capabilities, market cost and price structure and all other necessary information for successful EV bus product performance.
· Supports market development duties will include conducting and coordinating research to determine the feasibility of selling products and services to existing new markets.
Product Roadmap Development:
· Develops criteria and critical data for creation of the company's product roadmap.
· Works in conjunction with engineering and program management to define, prioritize and time key roadmap products using market research data and customer input. Interfaces with finance and executive management to align the product roadmap to strategic and revenue goals.
· Communicates product roadmap strategy to the rest of the Proterra organization.
Demand Generation Programs:
· Develops segmentation strategies and conduct customer segmentation to maximize sales growth and market share ownership against the strategic goals of the company.
· Develops the understanding of customer needs and create the value propositions, positioning and messaging platform to most effectively address them.
· Supports marketing communications in the development of customer outreach campaigns and events. Develop internal and external stakeholder communication strategies and programs to communicate price, program and promotional information.
Pricing and Financing Programs:
· Supports the development of pricing strategies, price setting and financing offerings.
· Defines concession thresholds and volume-based price discount structures.
· Produce demand forecasts based on pricing objectives and strategies.
· Develops ROI models for bus and infrastructure equipment purchase that incorporates available government funding programs. Manage the creation and recommendation for innovative financing offerings for product and infrastructure equipment.
Competitive and Market Analysis:
· Builds and manages implementation of competitive product marketing strategies to achieve Proterra business objectives for products and services.
· Maintains an understanding of competitors, their strengths and weaknesses.
· Reports on product changes of Proterra competitors and provides competitive assessment reports based on field intelligence, industry data and customer feedback.
· Researches market trends, industry needs and customer dynamics to identify potential market factors affecting product demand.
Training:
· Trains Sales and service organization on the market, customer profile, buying behavior, competition and the go-to-market strategies to most effectively reach the company's business objectives.
Desired Skills and Experience
Education and Experience
· Bachelors degree in business, marketing or related field with 5 years experience in product marketing and management in the commercial transportation business, e.g. buses, trucks, fleet automobiles, heavy equipment.. MBA is preferred.
· At least one year project management experience, mentoring or group lead experience is required.
· Experience with public transportation, education and/or government markets would be highly desirable in a candidate. Previous or current experience with hybrid or CNG vehicles is highly desirable.
· Knowledge of or familiarity with RFP processes, account servicing and support of transit agencies and related public entities especially at the municipal and county level is a plus.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
· Ability to quickly understand and apply Proterra's product innovation approach to solve relevant and critical transportation issues of customers is critical.
· Possesses excellent communications skills and able to articulate product vision and value propositions to prospects, customers, partners, sales reps, and executive-level audiences.
Apply here: http://www.proterra.com/index.php/about/careers?cjobid=MG637892218
Also email me your resume. (jpatte4 at clemson.edu<mailto:jpatte4 at clemson.edu>)
Job Posting From our Friends at Phillips Staffing
Buyer – Direct Hire
* Automotive supplier in Greenville, SC
* Requirements: Bachelor’s degree and commodity purchasing experience with metals: hot forging and metal stamping, strong PC skills in Excel, Word, and Access, ability to travel; automotive industry experience preferred
* $60,000 - $80,000/year, depending upon experience
Contract Product Engineer - Temporary position with a strong possibility of going perm in 90 days
· Automotive supplier in Greenville, SC
· Requirements: Engineering degree, AutoCAD experience, minimum of internship experience in automotive manufacturing. This position will be a very hands-on position and will involve working closely with the supplier from product inception to product launch. Must be able to work in the U.S. without sponsorship.
· $25/hr - $35/hr, depending upon experience
Email resumes to Diane at dlewczyk at phillipsstaffing.com<mailto:dlewczyk at phillipsstaffing.com>.
Consultant- McCallum Sweeney Consulting
McCallum Sweeney Consulting (MSC) is continuing to expand and is hiring for a Consultant position. Attached is the posting for this full-time position. Applications are due by March 28th. Please follow the instructions for submission on the attached job description. Also, please let me know that you have applied so I can submit you from my end as well. (jpatte4 at clemson.edu<mailto:jpatte4 at clemson.edu>)
Commercial Development Analyst- Sempra U.S Gas and Power
Sempra is seeking a Commercial Development Analyst. They require 3-4 years of professional experience at minimum.
The job posting can be found here:
https://www.sempra.apply2jobs.com/ProfExt/index.cfm?fuseaction=mExternal.showJob&RID=1029&CurrentPage=1
Please apply online but also send your resume and cover letter to me to pass along to their HR Department. (jpatte4 at clemson.edu<mailto:jpatte4 at clemson.edu>)
Director of Sales- Hospice Compassus
Job description:
The Director of Sales will directly lead the Hospice Care Consultants located Duncan and Gaffney, SC locations for Hospice Compassus.
The Director of Sales is responsible for development of the hospice program through direct community contacts for the purpose of educating healthcare providers as well as the general public about the hospice program. Additionally, the Director of Sales serves to coordinate the marketing team's participation and execution of the program's strategic plan, serves as a resource for staff. This individual also monitors the educational needs of the marketing team to enhance their professional development and provides training and assists with contracting, when necessary.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
· Provides accurate information regarding hospice services in response to inquiries by healthcare providers and general public.
· In concert with the Executive Director and the Regional VP of Sales, prepares a goal directed development plan for the purpose of educating health care providers and the general public about the hospice program.
· Provides support and marketing consultation to hospice care consultants and program personnel
· Maintains current data on market area, competitors, and marketing strategies; Participates in weekly development meetings; completes and submits, as required, all activity reports and documentation.
· Maintains an organized approach to territory management; Prepares and conducts calls and presentations to potential referral sources; Participates in sales forecasting, strategic planning and the analysis for all assigned program territories in conjunction with the hospice agency business plan.
· Trains and mentors other Hospice Care Consultants as required by the Executive Director or Regional VP of Sales.
· Coordinates with clinical management staff in planning in-services, presentations, and in addressing issues with referral sources.
· Initiates and coordinates contract negotiations with facilities, insurance companies, and managed care organizations.
· Participates in community and organizational programs as requested to promote professional growth and understanding of hospice care.
· Participates in the quality and performance improvement process of the hospice program.
Desired Skills and Experience:
The ideal candidate will meet the following qualifications:
· Bachelor's degree in marketing, business, or health related field preferred.
· One to two years experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Experience in health care marketing preferred.
· Demonstrated proficiency in skills related to public relations and marketing.
· Ability to work independently in the management of assigned responsibilities.
· Possess a valid driver's license and auto insurance.
Apply here: https://jobs-hospicecompassus.icims.com/jobs/4307/director-of-sales/job?mobile=false&width=783&height=500&bga=true&needsRedirect=false
Tutor Wanted- MBA 807
Please email me ASAP if you are interested in tutoring a student in MBA 807- Managerial Finance. Thanks! (jpatte4 at clemson.edu<mailto:jpatte4 at clemson.edu>)
Donation Drive for March: Support the Troops with Operation Gratitude
This month the MBA Student Association will be collecting donations to make care packages to Support the Troops through Operation Gratitude. Please bring in any unopened toiletry items, packaged snacks/candy, and stationary or letter writing materials to the donation box in the 6th floor student lounge. Please email Lesley Horton at Lesleyh at clemson.edu<mailto:Lesleyh at clemson.edu> with the number of items you have donated so that your point totals can be updated.
MBA-SA Officer Positions Open for Fall 2014
If you're interested in running for one of the executive offices listed below, please come join us for our Town Hall Meeting on Monday, March 3rd from 5:00-6:00 in room 604.
There, we will be discussing the roles of each officer's position, and you'll have a chance to talk with the people who are currently serving in these positions.
If you're not able to make it to the Town Hall but would like more information, please email Sydney at sydneykwyatt at gmail.com<mailto:sydneykwyatt at gmail.com> to express your interest.
* President
* Executive Vice-President
* Vice President of Social Affairs
* Vice President of Communications
* Vice President of Finance
* Vice President of Philanthropy
* Vice President of Professional Development
* International Representative
* First Year Representative
* MBAe Representative
Spring 2014 Academic Calendar
Jan 6, M MBA Classes Begin
Jan 14, Tu Last day to register or add a class
Jan 20, M Martin Luther King Jr. holiday
Jan 22, W Last day to drop a class or withdraw from the University without a W grade
Jan 29, W Last day to order diploma for May commencement
Feb 28, F Last day for instructors to issue midterm evaluations
Mar 14, F Last day to drop a class or withdraw from the University without final grades
Mar 17-21, M-F Spring break
Mar 31, M Registration for fall term begins
Apr 24-25, Th-F Classes meet; exams permitted in labs only
Apr 28-May 2, M-F Examinations
May 6, Tu 9:00 a.m.–Deadline to submit candidate grades
May 7, W 9:00 a.m.–Deadline to submit other grades
May 8, Th Candidates for graduation may access grades
May 9, F Commencement
Have a great weekend!
Jamie Patterson
Director of Student Experience
Clemson MBA Program
1 North Main Street
Greenville, SC 29601
864.656.8183 (office)
jpatte4 at clemson.edu<mailto:jpatte4 at clemson.edu>
www.clemson.edu/mba<http://www.clemson.edu/mba>
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