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About the Company - Our agents help families all over the country find the Life insurance, Retirement Solutions and Financial Services Solutions they need to protect their futures.
About the Role – You would specialize in a revolutionary form of Life insurance called LIVING BENEFIT LIFE INSURANCE, that you don’t have to die to collect. We are partnered with over 25 industry leading carriers to bring a portfolio of products that they can be proud to offer your clients.
- Prospecting and Lead Generation: Leverage our unique platform that targets qualified candidates seeking our diverse life insurance products, allowing you to focus more on client interactions and zero time on lead hunting.
- Client Consultation: Perform comprehensive needs assessments to understand clients' financial goals and insurance needs, presenting and explaining life insurance options to help clients make informed decisions.
- Sales Presentation: Deliver captivating sales presentations to individuals and groups, showcasing the benefits and features of our life insurance products. Tailor presentations to address specific client concerns and preferences.
- Relationship Management: Cultivate and maintain long-term relationships with clients, offering continuous support and service. Conduct regular follow-ups to ensure customer satisfaction and policy retention.
- Market Research: Stay abreast of industry trends, competitive products, and market conditions. Utilize this knowledge to position our life insurance products effectively and provide clients with pertinent information.
- Sales Reporting: Keep precise and up-to-date records of sales activities, client interactions, and progress toward sales targets. Prepare regular reports for management review.
- Compliance: Ensure all sales activities adhere to regulatory requirements and company policies, maintaining confidentiality of client information and upholding ethical standards.
Qualifications -
- Proven experience in sales, preferably within the insurance or financial services industry.
- Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build rapport and trust with clients.
- Outstanding presentation and negotiation skills.
- Self-motivated with a results-driven mindset and the ability to work independently.
- Life insurance license or the ability to obtain one (we will assist you in acquiring your license if you are not currently licensed).
Pay range and compensation package –
1099 Independent Contractor Role
100% commission based plus incentives with no caps
Range is based on the average rep in current markets
Bonuses, are performance based and paid every month on the 15th
Residuals are paid on the anniversary date of the clients sale.
Our goal is to offer inclusive and accessible financial protection, helping individuals and families secure their future with confidence.
Description
Starting Salary: $24.50 / hour and up
Citizens Bankers are the face of the branch. They devote their time getting to know their customers and building lasting relationships by providing trusted advice.
What you'll do
Are you outgoing? Do you get satisfaction out of helping others and offering sound advice? If you're a "people person" who enjoys building positive relationships with customers, then this is the job for you!
Using your strong communication and problem-solving skills - along with your broad range of financial knowledge - you'll provide recommendations and assist customers with financial solutions, supporting spending, saving, borrowing and investing needs.
You'll get to know customers' personal financial goals and recommend tailored solutions to help achieve them - like planning for the future, buying a home or opening a new credit card. You'll introduce customers to digital and mobile-first ways to handle banking transactions, like on our app or through our ATMs. You'll collaborate with partners in Wealth Management, Mortgage and Business Banking to help customers with more complex financial needs. You'll make outbound calls to acquire new customers and schedule financial checkup appointments, as you understand what might be a good fit for a customer now, may not be 6 months from now. All financial policies and procedures will be followed, including proper cash handling, state and local laws and regulations.
What you'll get
- Meaningful work & relationships - You'll help customers with important financial decisions that impact their lives like building a business, buying a house, paying for school or helping them realize their long-term financial goals. Colleagues and leadership listen to your ideas and feedback.
- Commitment to community - Give back with 4 hours of paid time off annually for volunteering, separate from regular PTO, and have your donations to eligible 501(c)(3) organizations matched, up to $1,000 annually
- Career opportunities, reward, and upskilling - See your hard work rewarded with promotions and opportunities to grow your career through training, coaching, career planning and development resources that enable you to branch off in any direction your talents and interests take you.
- Exceptional benefits - Receive comprehensive health care coverage, including medical, dental and vision plans, a 401K with corporate match, tuition assistance, mental health and wellbeing programs, discounts on student loan refinancing, and more.
Required Qualifications
- High School degree or GED required
- 2 years of sales and customer service experience, demonstrating an ability to meet or exceed goals
- Ability to effectively ask questions and identify needs to improve the customer relationship
- Proven success with building relationships, and recommending and referring products and services through in-person and phone interactions
- Demonstrated skills in using digital technology to support the delivery of business goals
- Aptitude to problem solve and provide solutions to customer issues
- Recognized ability to strengthen relationships with teammates, business partners and specialists through collaboration
- Self-motivated, confident and ability to multitask effectively
- Ability to work branch hours, which can include weekends and evenings
- Meet and comply with all requirements set forth in the SAFE Act, including, but not limited to successful completion of the pre-employment screening checks and obtaining a unique identifier from the NMLS.
- Qualified candidates must complete a video interview assessment after applying as the next step, to be completed within 7 days of receiving the link. How to prepare: Set aside 30-45 minutes for the self-guided assessment that includes games and questions. Find a quiet place to record and be camera-ready. You'll need a smartphone, tablet, or desktop computer with your camera and microphone enabled. You'll answer questions to share your skills and experience, and bring your personality to the interview. This step accelerates the interview process, moving qualified candidates to hiring manager interview fast.
Preferred skills/experience
- 1 year cash handling experience
Hours and Work Schedule
- Hours per Week: 40
- Work Schedule: Varies with branch needs and may include weekends and evenings
Pay Transparency
The salary range for this position is $25.00- $30.77 per hour. Actual pay is based on various factorsincluding but not limited to the worklocation, and relevant skills and experience.
We offer competitive pay, comprehensive medical, dental and vision coverage, retirement benefits, maternity/paternity leave, flexible workarrangements, education reimbursement, wellness programs and more. Note, Citizens' paid time off policy exceeds the mandatory, paid sick or paidtime-away policy of every local and state jurisdiction in the United States. For an overview of our benefits, visit LICitizens5
Some job boards have started using jobseeker-reported data to estimate salary ranges for roles. If you apply and qualify for this role, a recruiter will discuss accurate pay guidance.
Equal Employment Opportunity
Citizens, its parent, subsidiaries, and related companies (Citizens) provide equal employment and advancement opportunities to all colleagues and applicants for employment without regard to age, ancestry, color, citizenship, physical or mental disability, perceived disability or history or record of a disability, ethnicity, gender, gender identity or expression, genetic information, genetic characteristic, marital or domestic partner status, victim of domestic violence, family status/parenthood, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, pregnancy/childbirth/lactation, colleague's or a dependent's reproductive health decision making, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or any other category protected by federal, state and/or local laws. At Citizens, we are committed to fostering an inclusive culture that enables all colleagues to bring their best selves to work every day and everyone is expected to be treated with respect and professionalism. Employment decisions are based solely on merit, qualifications, performance and capability.
Why Work for UsAt Citizens, you'll find a customer-centric culture built around helping our customers and giving back to our local communities. When you join our team, you are part of a supportive and collaborative workforce, with access to training and tools to accelerate your potential and maximize your career growthBackground Check
Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the candidate successfully passing a background check, which may include initial credit, motor vehicle record, public record, prior employment verification, and criminal background checks. Results of the background check are individually reviewed based upon legal requirements imposed by our regulators and with consideration of the nature and gravity of the background history and the job offered. Any offer of employment will include further information.
PDN-a156b63f-e0c8-4d59-9794-c5b9b44dbe19Work Where You Matter
At Dollar General, our mission is Serving Others! We value each and every one of our employees. Whether you are looking to launch a new career in one of our many convenient Store locations, Distribution Centers, Store Support Center or with our Private Fleet Team, we are proud to provide a wide range of career opportunities. We are not just a retail company; we are a company that values the unique strengths and perspectives that each individual brings. Your difference truly makes a difference at Dollar General. How would you like to Serve? Join the Dollar General Journey and see how your career can thrive.
Company Overview
Dollar General Corporation has been delivering value to shoppers for more than 80 years. Dollar General helps shoppers Save time. Save money. Every day. by offering products that are frequently used and replenished, such as food, snacks, health and beauty aids, cleaning supplies, basic apparel, housewares and seasonal items at everyday low prices in convenient neighborhood locations. Learn more about Dollar /about-us.html.
Job Details
GENERAL SUMMARY:
The Lead Sales Associate helps maintain a clean, well-organized store with a customer-first focus. The duties of the Lead Sales Associate include assisting customers in locating and purchasing merchandise, operating a cash register, stocking and recovering merchandise, cleaning the store, and performing other duties as assigned by the Store Manager to maximize store profitability and customer satisfaction while protecting company assets. Lead Sales Associates perform the duties of a Sales Associate and act in a lead capacity in the absence of the Store Manager or Assistant Store Manager.
DUTIES and ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
* Provide superior customer service leadership; greet and assist customers.
* Operate cash register and scanner to itemize and total customer's purchase, collect payment from customers and make change, bag merchandise, and assist customers with merchandise as necessary.
* Follow company work processes to receive, open and unpack boxes, cartons and totes of merchandise; stock merchandise, restock and rotate merchandise on shelves, and build merchandise displays.
* Clean the store; take out trash; dust and mop store floors; clean restroom and stockroom; and help set up sidewalk displays.
* Assist in implementation and maintenance of planograms.
* Open and close the store under specific direction of the Store Manager.
* Perform additional duties typically performed by the Store Manager or Assistant Store Manager, in their absence.
Qualifications
KNOWLEDGE and SKILLS:
* Effective interpersonal and oral communication skills.
* Understanding of safety policies and practices.
* Ability to read and follow planogram and merchandise presentation guides.
* Ability to perform mathematical calculations such as addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, and percentages.
* Ability to perform cash register functions.
* Knowledge of cash, facility, and safety control policies and practices.
* Knowledge of cash handling procedures including cashier accountability and deposit control.
* Ability to drive own vehicle to the bank to deposit money.
WORK EXPERIENCE and/or EDUCATION
High school diploma or equivalent and six months of supervisory experience (or related experience/training) preferred.
WORKING CONDITIONS:
* Frequent walking and standing
* Frequent bending, stooping, and kneeling to run check out station, stock merchandise and unload trucks; which may also require the ability to push and/or pull rolltainers for stocking merchandise
* Frequent handling of merchandise and equipment such as handheld scanners, pricing guns, box cutters, merchandise containers, two-wheel dollies, U-boats (six-wheel carts), and rolltainers
* Frequent and proper lifting of up to 40 pounds; occasional lifting of up to 55 pounds
* Occasional climbing (using step ladder) up to heights of six feet
* Fast-paced environment; moderate noise level
* Occasional exposure to outside weather conditions
* Occasional or regular driving/providing own transportation to make bank deposits, attend management meetings and travel to other Dollar General stores.
Dollar General Corporation is an equal opportunity employer.
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Job Description:
We Deliver the Goods:- Competitive pay and benefits, including Day 1 Health & Wellness Benefits, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, 401K Employer Matching, Education Assistance, Paid Time Off, and much more
- Growth opportunities performing essential work to support Americas food distribution system
- Safe and inclusive working environment, including culture of rewards, recognition, and respect
The Will Call Coordinator is responsible for providing excellent service to customers, sales, opco associates, and others who are picking up ordered food and non-food products via the location's service/will call area/window/desk. The position may report to the warehouse or sales department. The Will Call Coordinator performs duties including but not limited to selecting product, palletizing product, organizing product by order, processing invoices, handling payment, and other related duties. The position interfaces with customers, associates and vendors. The position requires strong customer service and interpersonal skills, organization skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities. The Will Call Coordinator functions as a team member within the warehouse department and performs all duties as assigned to meet business needs. Performs all duties in accordance with the Company's safety and work process policies and procedures.
Position Summary:
- Accurately, timely and safely selects product from pick slots and palletizes product for orders. Carefully organizes product for pick up in assigned will call area. Keeps will call area organized, clean and free of clutter and debris.
- Provides administrative support including verbal/written communication, all required paperwork and system data entry. Completes all duties accurately and timely.
- Analyze and interpret numerical data and perform basic math functions. Ensures count accuracy, record count, and verifies quality and labeling of orders according to shipping documents.
- Communicate with customers, vendors and company personnel in a positive and proactive manner.
- Understands the critical need for Food Safety and HACCP in all work activities, application and documentation.
- Perform back up work for warehouse, as needed, including but not limited to receiving, let-downs, put-away, selection, sanitation, loading, etc.
- Performs other related duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
High School graduate/GED6-12 months Order selection and/or warehouse related work experience operating a pallet jack and/or forklift
Company description
Performance Foodservice, PFGs broadline distributor, maintains a unique relationship with a variety of local customers, including independent restaurants and hotels, healthcare facilities, schools, and quick-service eateries. A team of sales reps, chefs, consultants, and other experts builds close relationships with customers providing advice on improving operations, menu development, product selection, and operational strategies. The Performance team delivers delicious food but also goes above and beyond to help independent restaurant owners achieve their dreams.
Awards and Accolades
Performance Food Group and/or its subsidiaries (individually or collectively, the \"Company\") provides equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all applicants and employees, regardless of race, color, national origin, sex, marital status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, and any other characteristic protected by applicable local, state and federal laws and regulations. Please click on the following links to review: (1) our EEO Policy; (2) the \"EEO is the Law\" poster and supplement; and (3) the Pay Transparency Policy Statement.
Job Description:
We Deliver the Goods:- Competitive pay and benefits, including Day 1 Health & Wellness Benefits, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, 401K Employer Matching, Education Assistance, Paid Time Off, and much more
- Growth opportunities performing essential work to support Americas food distribution system
- Safe and inclusive working environment, including culture of rewards, recognition, and respect
The Will Call Coordinator is responsible for providing excellent service to customers, sales, opco associates, and others who are picking up ordered food and non-food products via the location's service/will call area/window/desk. The position may report to the warehouse or sales department. The Will Call Coordinator performs duties including but not limited to selecting product, palletizing product, organizing product by order, processing invoices, handling payment, and other related duties. The position interfaces with customers, associates and vendors. The position requires strong customer service and interpersonal skills, organization skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities. The Will Call Coordinator functions as a team member within the warehouse department and performs all duties as assigned to meet business needs. Performs all duties in accordance with the Company's safety and work process policies and procedures.
Position Summary:
- Accurately, timely and safely selects product from pick slots and palletizes product for orders. Carefully organizes product for pick up in assigned will call area. Keeps will call area organized, clean and free of clutter and debris.
- Provides administrative support including verbal/written communication, all required paperwork and system data entry. Completes all duties accurately and timely.
- Analyze and interpret numerical data and perform basic math functions. Ensures count accuracy, record count, and verifies quality and labeling of orders according to shipping documents.
- Communicate with customers, vendors and company personnel in a positive and proactive manner.
- Understands the critical need for Food Safety and HACCP in all work activities, application and documentation.
- Perform back up work for warehouse, as needed, including but not limited to receiving, let-downs, put-away, selection, sanitation, loading, etc.
- Performs other related duties as assigned.
Qualifications:
High School graduate/GED6-12 months Order selection and/or warehouse related work experience operating a pallet jack and/or forklift
Company description
Performance Foodservice, PFGs broadline distributor, maintains a unique relationship with a variety of local customers, including independent restaurants and hotels, healthcare facilities, schools, and quick-service eateries. A team of sales reps, chefs, consultants, and other experts builds close relationships with customers providing advice on improving operations, menu development, product selection, and operational strategies. The Performance team delivers delicious food but also goes above and beyond to help independent restaurant owners achieve their dreams.
Awards and Accolades
Performance Food Group and/or its subsidiaries (individually or collectively, the \"Company\") provides equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all applicants and employees, regardless of race, color, national origin, sex, marital status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, and any other characteristic protected by applicable local, state and federal laws and regulations. Please click on the following links to review: (1) our EEO Policy; (2) the \"EEO is the Law\" poster and supplement; and (3) the Pay Transparency Policy Statement.Work Where You Matter
At Dollar General, our mission is Serving Others! We value each and every one of our employees. Whether you are looking to launch a new career in one of our many convenient Store locations, Distribution Centers, Store Support Center or with our Private Fleet Team, we are proud to provide a wide range of career opportunities. We are not just a retail company; we are a company that values the unique strengths and perspectives that each individual brings. Your difference truly makes a difference at Dollar General. How would you like to Serve? Join the Dollar General Journey and see how your career can thrive.
Company Overview
Dollar General Corporation has been delivering value to shoppers for more than 80 years. Dollar General helps shoppers Save time. Save money. Every day. by offering products that are frequently used and replenished, such as food, snacks, health and beauty aids, cleaning supplies, basic apparel, housewares and seasonal items at everyday low prices in convenient neighborhood locations. Learn more about Dollar /about-us.html.
Job Details
GENERAL SUMMARY:
Function as a Cashier and/or Stocker and act in a lead capacity in the absence of the Store Manager or Assistant Store Manager. Assist in setting and maintaining plan-o-grams and programs. Provide exemplary customer service. Perform other duties as necessary to maximize profitability, customer satisfaction, and teamwork, while protecting company assets and reducing losses.
DUTIES and ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:
* Unload trucks according to the prescribed process for the store.
* Follow company work processes to receive, open and unpack cartons and totes.
* Stock merchandise; rotate and face merchandise on shelves and build merchandise displays.
* Restock returned and recovered merchandise.
* Order zones and drop shipment categories, following prescribed ordering practices, as assigned by the Store Manager.
* Assist in plan-o-gram implementation and maintenance.
* Assist customers by locating merchandise.
* Bail cardboard and take out trash; dust and mop store floors; clean restroom and stockroom.
* Greet customers as they enter the store.
* Maintain register countertops and bags; implement register countertop plan-o-grams.
* Operate cash register and flatbed scanner to itemize and total customer's purchase; bag merchandise.
* Collect payment from customer and make change.
* Clean front end of store and help set up sidewalk displays.
* Help to maintain a clean, well-organized store and facilitate a safe and secure working and shopping environment.
* Provide superior customer service leadership.
* Follow company policies and procedures as outlined in the Standard Operating Procedures manual, Employee Handbook, and company communications.
* Open and/or close the store under specific direction of the Area Manager.
In the Absence of the Store Manager or Assistant Store Manager:
* Authorize and sign for refunds and overrides; count register; make bank deposits.
* Assist in maintaining strict cashier accountability, key control, and adherence to company security practices and cash control procedures.
* Monitor cash levels and make appropriate drawer pulls as directed by the Store Manager.
* Monitor cameras for unusual activities (customers and employees), if applicable.
* Supply cashiers with change when needed.
* Complete all required paperwork and documentation according to guidelines and deadlines as assigned.
Qualifications
KNOWLEDGE and SKILLS:
* Ability to perform mathematical calculations such as addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, and percentages.
* Knowledge of cash handling procedures including cashier accountability and deposit control.
* Ability to perform IBM cash register functions.
* Knowledge of cash, facility and safety control policies and practices.
* Effective interpersonal and oral & written communication skills.
* Understanding of safety policies and practices.
* Ability to read and follow plan-o-gram and merchandise presentation guidance.
WORK EXPERIENCE and/or EDUCATION:
* High school diploma or equivalent and six months of supervisory experience (or related experience/training) preferred.
WORKING CONDITIONS
* Frequent walking and standing
* Frequent bending, stooping, and kneeling to run check out station, stock merchandise and unload trucks; which may also require the ability to push and/or pull rolltainers for stocking merchandise
* Frequent handling of merchandise and equipment such as handheld scanners, pricing guns, box cutters, merchandise containers, two-wheel dollies, U-boats (six-wheel carts), and rolltainers
* Frequent and proper lifting of up to 40 pounds; occasional lifting of up to 55 pounds
* Occasional climbing (using step ladder) up to heights of six feet
* Fast-paced environment; moderate noise level
* Occasional exposure to outside weather conditions
* Occasional or regular driving/providing own transportation to make bank deposits, attend management meetings and travel to other Dollar General stores.
Relocation assistance is not available for this position.
Dollar General is pleased to offer a wide range of benefit programs designed to care for the physical, mental and financial well-being of our employees and their families. Available benefit programs include health insurance coverage options, a variety of supplemental programs, 401(k) Savings Plan, paid sick leave (where required by law), vacation, paid maternity and parental leave, and many more. Eligibility and waiting period requirements may apply. See /benefits for additional details.
Dollar General Corporation is an equal opportunity employer.
Note: Applications will remain open until a candidate is selected and has accepted.
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New Hire Starting Pay Range: 16.
At Community Financial System, Inc. (CFSI), we are dedicated to providing our customers with friendly, personalized, high-quality financial services and products. Our retail division, Community Bank, N.A., operates more than 200 customer facilities across Upstate New York, Northeastern Pennsylvania, Vermont and Western Massachusetts. Beyond retail banking, we also offer commercial banking, wealth management, investment management, insurance and risk management, and benefit plan administration.
Just as our employees are committed to helping our customers manage their finances, we're committed to our employees. After all, they make it happen for our customers every day.
To ensure our people can enjoy long and successful careers here at CFSI, we offer competitive compensation, great benefits, and professional development and advancement opportunities. As an equal-opportunity workplace and affirmative-action employer, we celebrate and support a diverse workplace for the benefit of all: our employees, customers and communities.
Responsibilities
A Teller Rotating will work in various branch offices in a defined geographical area. A Teller is responsible to create and deliver a positive customer experience while conducting financial transactions. This position requires an individual with a positive attitude, who is a team player, and who is able to actively listen for customer financial needs in order to refer them to the appropriate bank product or bank representative. A Teller must be able to adapt well to the changing workplace environment such as customer service complaints; maintain the security of customer information; prioritize items of significance; and maintain responsibility for assigned cash drawer.
- Provide quality customer service and a positive banking experience by handling financial transactions (i.e. cashing checks, handling deposits/withdrawals, etc.) with a professional attitude
- Actively listen for potential sales opportunities to promote specific bank products an services, and refer customers accordingly
- Conduct customer transactions with accuracy and prepare daily cash balancing within established guidelines
- Ability to understand direction and adhere to established policies and procedures
- Other related duties as assigned or directed
- Maintain proficient knowledge of, and demonstrate ongoing compliance with all laws and regulations applicable to this position, ensure ongoing adherence to pertinent policies, procedures and internal controls, and meet all training requirements in a timely manner
Qualifications
- High School Diploma or GED required
- Basic math and computer skills
- Documentation skills with attention to detail
- Professional and friendly interpersonal and communication skills
- Clear thinking and ability to stay focused
- Must be able to consistently demonstrate the Company's core values: a strong work ethic, integrity, respect for others, responsibility, transparency and humility
- Prior customer service skills preferred
- All applicants must be 18 years of age or older
- Travel is required to surrounding branches as needed
Other Job Information
Hours: 35 hours per week
Compensation: Commensurate with experience plus potential for annual merit increase. In addition to your competitive salary, you will be rewarded benefits including: 11 paid holidays, paid vacation, Medical, Vision & Dental insurance, 401K with generous match, Pension, Tuition Reimbursement, Banking discounts and the list goes on!
Physical Requirements:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be required to stand, walk or sit. Use hands and fingers, handle or feel, reach with hands or arms, and speak and hear. The employee may occasionally be required to lift and or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, and the ability to focus.
The Company is an Affirmative Action, Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation and gender identity), national origin, citizenship status, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local law.
The Company will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with a disability. If you have a physical or mental impairment and would like to request an accommodation with respect to the application process, please contact the Human Resources Department.
Minimum
USD $16.50/Hr.
Maximum
USD $21.53/Hr.
We are seekinga Director Design, Development, and Sourcing Fish & Hunt Hard Goods & Gear to join the Orvis Team! Strongest preference is for someone in our Sunderland, VT office regularly. For candidates not local to Sunderland, expectation is one week/month in Sunderland.
As a Director Design, Development, and Sourcing Fish & Hunt Hard Goods & Gear, you play a pivotal role in leading the design and development of our most innovative and technologically advanced fly fishing and hunting hard goods — work grounded by deep, first-hand angling experience, field knowledge, and real-world testing, not just concept or CAD. You are responsible for overseeing the entire product lifecycle from concept to launch, focusing on innovation, quality, and market trends within the fishing tackle and hunting industry. This role combines technical expertise in materials and engineering with creative direction and team management. You will be a key leader on the Product Team, comprised of 2 direct reports as well as the lead designer of all reels, waders, and wading boots. You will partner with our Product Leadership Team to create clear roles and responsibilities, define our new processes, and identify opportunities for simplification and efficiency. As a leader of multiple team members, you will inspire, guide, teach and elevate your team – owning their professional development and career paths.
Position Interfaces:
This position reports to our Vice President of Product Design, Development, Sourcing, & Import Compliance and interfacing with multiple areas including merchandising, inventory management, marketing, finance, sourcing, wholesale, retail operations, manufacturing and ownership of the company. It is a director role that involves supervision of the Fish/Hunt Hard Goods product design, development/sourcing team. This is an exempt/ salary position.
Responsibilities:
- Lead a customer-obsessed Fish and Hunt Hard Goods Product Design & Development/Sourcing Team
- Lead a culture of partnership, communication, and collaboration across the organization
- Strategic Leadership: Develop and implement a strategic plan for new product design and development that aligns to deliver the Assortment Strategy, thus ensuring alignment with market and customer needs as well as company and financials goals, specifically target retail, AUC and IMU across all Fish/Hunt Hard Goods products.
- Design Inspiration – Lead the Hardgoods / Innovation Design Kickoff, the Design “blank canvas” to push the Orvis brand forward and ensure that we are leaders in innovation.
- Design Partnership – Partner and collaborate with Soft Goods Designer on seasonal
- Design Kick Off, DDR and Line Adoption Meetings to ensure a One Orvis Design POV
- Product Lifecycle Management: Oversee all phases of product design and development for Fish & Hunt Hard Goods, from initial concepting and prototyping to field testing and manufacturing to on time product launch. Ensure that the Hardgoods PDD and Sourcing team is prepared on time for all milestones and inspire cross functional partners across all Hardgoods to prepare milestones and ensure they happen on time.
- Deliver the Line: Ensure that the products agreed upon through the Design Kickoff and Assortment Strategy deliver on time and are discussed at DDR 1, 2 and Final Line Adoption. Aim for 90% of products aligned upon launch on time.
- People Management - Coach the team by providing consistent and candid feedback to ensure great partnership and collaboration with cross functional partners. Guide team to have effective communication and influence decision making. Hold the team accountable for milestone preparation and on-time delivery of product.Inspire the team to make decisions in milestones to reduce swirl and to keep all key partners up to date.
- People Development – Develop and empower direct reports by coaching and mentoring to build skills and support individual career development
- Mentorship: Provide mentorship to associates within the organization.
- Market and Trend Analysis: Utilize expert knowledge of fishing and hunting techniques, gear preferences, and market trends to identify new opportunities and guide/influence product design decisions and to deliver an industry-leading Design Kickoff.
- Collaboration and Communication: Work closely with cross-functional teams including leadership, marketing, sales, and customer service to ensure a cohesive user experience and effective product positioning, most importantly at key milestones.
- Vendor Management: Partner closely with our vendors to negotiate product pricing, ensuring financial goals are met – ensure vendors are clear on product design requirements within the cost parameters set to meet retail and IMU targets
- Budget Management – Partner closely with the Vice President of Product Design, Development, Sourcing, & Import Compliance to ensure accurate operating expense budget forecasting and adherence to budgeted monthly/annual cost spend
- Calendar Management - Partner closely with the Vice President of Product Design, Development, Sourcing, & Import Compliance to refine, enforce and adhere to seasonal development calendar dates and milestone meetings
- Quality Control: Responsible for the overall quality of the final product as measured by return rates and/or product recalls.
- Steward of the brand – Partner with Marketing and Brand Amplification team to align regular travel to regional training events, sales meetings, key wholesale accounts and industry trade shows. Knowledgeable of product performance, durability, and regulatory standards and maintain a continuous pulse on industry trends and competitors.
- Proactively recommend and/or execute new processes, procedures, SOPs to provide clarity and simplification for the Product Team
- Support the Vice President of Product Design, Development, Sourcing, & Import Compliance and Chief Product & Creative Officer with projects and initiatives that benefit the entire organization
- Manage internal testing of all products in a way that is consistent with our brand standards
- Accountable for our field-testing program to ensure 90-day field testing is complete prior to SMS sample ordering PO placement
- Accountable for on-time delivery of photography, tradeshow, marketing and SMS rep samples
- Partner closely with Vice President of Product Design, Development, Sourcing, & Import Compliance to influence our manufacturing and vendor placement for Fish/Hunt Hard Goods Orvis branded products.
- Create relationships across our all-product categories to ensure we deliver a One Orvis experience for our customers.
- As a Director, think beyond your function.Proactively anticipate and solve problems that are One Orvis challenges. Give leverage to the leaders around you by taking on projects or solving problems that go beyond your function, therefore giving time back to those around you.
Competencies and Requirements:
- Education: A strong background in mechanical engineering or industrial design
- Technical Expertise: Deep knowledge of fishing rod, reel, wader, boot, packs, bags, apparel materials, design tools, and manufacturing processes.
- Leadership: Proven leadership skills to guide teams, inspire innovation, and manage complex projects.
- Effective communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate across departments and partner in problem solving.
- Problem-Solving: Strong capacity for creative problem-solving and finding innovative solutions for design and production challenges.
- Real-world Experience: Practical, real-world fishing experience and an understanding of angler needs
- 10+ years of Product Design & Development experience with a proven track record of helping to create a positive, supportive and inspiring work environment
- 5+ years of experience managing a team with a proven track record of excellent leadership, collaboration, and coaching skills.Ability to inspire, support, coach, teach and direct team – and the ability to know which is needed in each situation. Empathetic, supportive, and direct leadership style.
- Highly proficient in cost estimating with baseline inputs, understand relationship between like for like style, COO, duties and freight
- Strong organizational, prioritization and time management skills with exceptional attention to detail
- Management of the team for on schedule design and development of best-in-class Orvis branded products
- Efficiency: reduced spin and reduced need for communication outside of milestones by maintaining process and calendar discipline
- Quality as measured by returns and recalls, as well as feedback from customers, sales personnel in retail and wholesale, and the endorsed guide network
- Margin rate, cost of goods and sourcing strategies for Orvis branded products
- Increase in sales and gross margin dollars
About Orvis:
In 1856, Charles Orvis founded the Orvis Company in Manchester, Vermont, offering the finest fly fishing equipment, and priding himself on customer satisfaction and service. Today, along with our world famous fly-fishing gear, Orvis offers distinctive clothing, home furnishings, gifts, and dog products. Each item is rooted in our heritage of authenticity and the outdoors, and is backed with a no-questions-asked guarantee. With our flagship retail store located in the same Vermont village as the original store since 1856, we offer experience and knowledge that no other retail company can. Each day we strive to apply what we know and learn to bring our customers even better service and products tomorrow.
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At Community Financial System, Inc. (CFSI), we are dedicated to providing our customers with friendly, personalized, high-quality financial services and products. Our retail division, Community Bank, N.A., operates more than 200 customer facilities across Upstate New York, Northeastern Pennsylvania, Vermont and Western Massachusetts. Beyond retail banking, we also offer commercial banking, wealth management, investment management, insurance and risk management, and benefit plan administration.
Just as our employees are committed to helping our customers manage their finances, we're committed to our employees. After all, they make it happen for our customers every day.
To ensure our people can enjoy long and successful careers here at CFSI, we offer competitive compensation, great benefits, and professional development and advancement opportunities. As an equal-opportunity workplace and affirmative-action employer, we celebrate and support a diverse workplace for the benefit of all: our employees, customers and communities.
Responsibilities
A Teller is responsible to create and deliver a positive customer experience while conducting financial transactions. This position requires an individual with a positive attitude, who is a team player, and who is able to actively listen for customer financial needs in order to refer them to the appropriate bank product or bank representative. A Teller must be able to adapt well to the changing workplace environment such as customer service complaints; maintain the security of customer information; prioritize items of significance; and maintain responsibility for assigned cash drawer.
Essential Responsibilities:
- Provide quality customer service and a positive banking experience by handling financial transactions (i.e. cashing checks, handling deposits/withdrawals, etc.) with a professional attitude
- Actively listen for potential sales opportunities to promote specific bank products and services, and refer customers accordingly
- Conduct customer transactions with accuracy and prepare daily cash balancing within established guidelines
- Ability to understand direction and adhere to established policies and procedures
- Other related duties as assigned or directed
Maintain proficient knowledge of, and demonstrate ongoing compliance with all laws and regulations applicable to this position, ensure ongoing adherence to policies, procedures, and internal controls, and meet all training requirements in a timely manner
- May be called upon to travel to other branches in the area to provide support as needed and to ensure proper staffing levels
Qualifications
Education, Training and Requirements:
- High School Diploma or GED Required
- All applicants must be 18 years of age or older
- Travel is required to surrounding branches as needed
Skills:
- Basic math and computer skills
- Documentation skills with attention to detail
- Professional and friendly interpersonal and communication skills
- Clear thinking and ability to stay focused
- Must be able to consistently demonstrate the Company's core values: a strong work ethic, integrity, respect for others, responsibility, transparency and humility
Experience:
- Prior customer service skills preferred
Other Job Information
Hours: 40 hours per week
Compensation: Commensurate with experience plus potential for annual merit increase. In addition to your competitive salary, you will be rewarded benefits including: 11 paid holidays, paid vacation, Medical, Vision & Dental insurance, 401K with generous match, Pension, Tuition Reimbursement, Banking discounts and the list goes on!
Physical Requirements:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be required to stand, walk or sit. Use hands and fingers, handle or feel, reach with hands or arms, and speak and hear. The employee may occasionally be required to lift and or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, and the ability to focus.
The Company is an Affirmative Action, Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation and gender identity), national origin, citizenship status, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local law.
The Company will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with a disability. If you have a physical or mental impairment and would like to request an accommodation with respect to the application process, please contact the Human Resources Department.
Minimum
USD $16.50/Hr.
Maximum
USD $21.53/Hr.
At Community Financial System, Inc. (CFSI), we are dedicated to providing our customers with friendly, personalized, high-quality financial services and products. Our retail division, Community Bank, N.A., operates more than 200 customer facilities across Upstate New York, Northeastern Pennsylvania, Vermont and Western Massachusetts. Beyond retail banking, we also offer commercial banking, wealth management, investment management, insurance and risk management, and benefit plan administration.
Just as our employees are committed to helping our customers manage their finances, we're committed to our employees. After all, they make it happen for our customers every day.
To ensure our people can enjoy long and successful careers here at CFSI, we offer competitive compensation, great benefits, and professional development and advancement opportunities. As an equal-opportunity workplace and affirmative-action employer, we celebrate and support a diverse workplace for the benefit of all: our employees, customers and communities.
Responsibilities
A Relationship Banking Representative is responsible to deliver a positive customer experience to current and prospective bank customers. The person in this position will routinely move between the customer service desk and teller area, as needed. A Relationship Banking Representative must be able to adapt well in the workplace to service the varying customer needs while adhering to bank policies and procedures. It requires someone who will maintain the security of customer information, prioritize items of significance, and be a team player.
- Routinely provide quality customer service and a positive banking experience by handling financial transactions (i.e., opening of accounts, cashing checks, etc.) with professionalism
- Determine customer needs, explain and sell products and services
- Actively participate in lobby management, greeting customers and proactively taking ownership of the customer's in-branch experience
- Telephone customers to schedule sales appointments and promote products suitable to the customer's needs
- Participate in branch prospecting efforts and sales initiatives
- Assist customers with requests such as stop payments, wire transfers, balance discrepancies, loan information, etc.
- Serve as a liaison between customer and operational areas
- Conduct customer transactions with accuracy and prepare daily cash balancing within established guidelines
- Ability to understand directions and adhere to established policy and procedures
- Able to remain focused and organized to successfully complete responsibilities
- Actively participate in branch meetings and training to enhance knowledge and development of skills
- Other related duties as assigned or directed
Maintain proficient knowledge of, and demonstrate ongoing compliance with all laws and regulations applicable to this position, ensure ongoing adherence to policies, procedures, and internal controls, and meet all training requirements in a timely manner.
- May be called upon to travel to other branches in the area to provide support as needed and to ensure proper staffing levels
Qualifications
Education, Training and Skills Requirements:
- High School Diploma or GED required
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
- Accurate and proficient math skills
- Documentation skills with attention to detail
- Clear thinking and ability to remain focused
- Must be able to consistently demonstrate the Company's core values: Integrity, Humility, Teamwork, and Excellence
- Internal product knowledge and teller training (provided after hire)
Experience/Other:
- Two (2) years of customer service and/or banking normally required
- All applicants must be 18 years of age or older.
Other Job Information
Hours: 40 hours per week
Compensation: Commensurate with experience plus potential for annual merit increase. In addition to your competitive salary, you will be rewarded benefits including: 11 paid holidays, paid vacation, Medical, Vision & Dental insurance, 401K with generous match, Pension, Tuition Reimbursement, Banking discounts and the list goes on!
Physical Requirements:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be required to stand, walk or sit. Use hands and fingers, handle or feel, reach with hands or arms, and speak and hear. The employee may occasionally be required to lift and or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, and the ability to focus.
The Company is an Affirmative Action, Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation and gender identity), national origin, citizenship status, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local law.
The Company will make reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with a disability. If you have a physical or mental impairment and would like to request an accommodation with respect to the application process, please contact the Human Resources Department.
Minimum
USD $18.25/Hr.
Maximum
USD $24.71/Hr.