<p> The Vidalia® Onion Committee (VOC), based out of Vidalia, GA, is seeking a qualified individual who is sweet on Georgia’s official state vegetable to fill the open marketing order manager position, according to a press release.<hr class="legacyRuler"><hr class="legacyRuler"><hr class="invisible minimal-padding"><hr class="invisible minimal-padding"> Through effective, results-focused marketing and promotional activities, the marketing order manager will have these duties and responsibilities and must have the following conditions of employment.<hr class="legacyRuler"><hr class="legacyRuler"><hr class="invisible minimal-padding"><hr class="invisible minimal-padding">Duties and Responsibilities:<hr class="legacyRuler"><hr class="legacyRuler"><hr class="invisible minimal-padding"><hr class="invisible minimal-padding">Provide the necessary management and direction of the VOC office<hr class="legacyRuler"><hr class="legacyRuler"><hr class="invisible minimal-padding"><hr class="invisible minimal-padding">Adherence to the rules and regulations of the Federal Marketing Order for Vidalia onions grown in Georgia<hr class="legacyRuler"><hr class="legacyRuler"><hr class="invisible minimal-padding"><hr class="invisible minimal-padding">Work with the VOC to develop, implement and manage the marketing plan<hr class="legacyRuler"><hr class="legacyRuler"><hr class="invisible minimal-padding"><hr class="invisible minimal-padding">Make marketing calls to key contacts in the foodservice and retail industry<hr class="legacyRuler"><hr class="legacyRuler"><hr class="invisible minimal-padding"><hr class="invisible minimal-padding">Work closely with the Vidalia onion shippers to build strong communication and to keep industry informed of marketing and promotional efforts<hr class="legacyRuler"><hr class="legacyRuler"><hr class="invisible minimal-padding"><hr class="invisible minimal-padding">Prepare for and attend trade shows and industry events and advise on additional trade shows where VOC participation or sponsorship is appropriate<hr class="legacyRuler"><hr class="legacyRuler"><hr class="invisible minimal-padding"><hr class="invisible minimal-padding">Coordinate the production of marketing and promotional materials including – advertising, promotional items, point-of-purchase materials and educational demographics<hr class="legacyRuler"><hr class="legacyRuler"><hr class="invisible minimal-padding"><hr class="invisible minimal-padding">Additional duties as assigned by the VOC and USDA</p><hr class="legacyRuler"><hr class="invisible minimal-padding"><hr class="invisible minimal-padding"><p>Qualified Applicants Must Have:<hr class="legacyRuler"><hr class="legacyRuler"><hr class="invisible minimal-padding"><hr class="invisible minimal-padding">Minimum two years of experience in marketing and promotion or corresponding college course work , preferences will be given to those applicants with experience in agriculture, produce, retail and/or foodservice industry<hr class="legacyRuler"><hr class="legacyRuler"><hr class="invisible minimal-padding"><hr class="invisible minimal-padding">Experience in category management and development<hr class="legacyRuler"><hr class="legacyRuler"><hr class="invisible minimal-padding"><hr class="invisible minimal-padding">Ability to handle multiple tasks<hr class="legacyRuler"><hr class="legacyRuler"><hr class="invisible minimal-padding"><hr class="invisible minimal-padding">Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships<hr class="legacyRuler"><hr class="legacyRuler"><hr class="invisible minimal-padding"><hr class="invisible minimal-padding">Accuracy, organization and attention to detail<hr class="legacyRuler"><hr class="legacyRuler"><hr class="invisible minimal-padding"><hr class="invisible minimal-padding">Ability to work independently as well as in group settings<hr class="legacyRuler"><hr class="legacyRuler"><hr class="invisible minimal-padding"><hr class="invisible minimal-padding">Strong written, verbal and presentation skills<hr class="legacyRuler"><hr class="legacyRuler"><hr class="invisible minimal-padding"><hr class="invisible minimal-padding">Effective time management skills<hr class="legacyRuler"><hr class="legacyRuler"><hr class="invisible minimal-padding"><hr class="invisible minimal-padding">Strong computer skills including PowerPoint, Excel and Word</p><hr class="legacyRuler"><hr class="invisible minimal-padding"><hr class="invisible minimal-padding"><p>Conditions of Employment:<hr class="legacyRuler"><hr class="legacyRuler"><hr class="invisible minimal-padding"><hr class="invisible minimal-padding">Valid driver’s license with a good driving record or ability to provide a reliable method of transportation<hr class="legacyRuler"><hr class="legacyRuler"><hr class="invisible minimal-padding"><hr class="invisible minimal-padding">Minimum of 40 hours a week on a five day basis<hr class="legacyRuler"><hr class="legacyRuler"><hr class="invisible minimal-padding"><hr class="invisible minimal-padding">Occasional evening and weekend work<hr class="legacyRuler"><hr class="legacyRuler"><hr class="invisible minimal-padding"><hr class="invisible minimal-padding">Some domestic air travel<hr class="legacyRuler"><hr class="legacyRuler"><hr class="invisible minimal-padding"><hr class="invisible minimal-padding">Ability to lift items/boxes weighing an average of 40 pounds</p><hr class="legacyRuler"><hr class="invisible minimal-padding"><hr class="invisible minimal-padding"><p>Annual salary is commensurate with experience and education. A comprehensive benefits package offering medical and life insurance, vacation, sick leave, holidays, and retirement plan will also be included with employment.<hr class="legacyRuler"><hr class="legacyRuler"><hr class="invisible minimal-padding"><hr class="invisible minimal-padding">To apply, please submit a one page cover letter, current resume, one page essay briefly describing relevant marketing and promotional experience and a list of three professional references. Send application materials to ATTN: Selection Committee, PO Box 1609 (mailing address), 100 Vidalia Sweet Onion Drive (for special delivery), Vidalia, GA 30475. Fax or e-mail applications are not accepted. Application materials must be received by 5 p.m. EST on Friday, September 13, 2013.</p><hr class="legacyRuler"><hr class="invisible minimal-padding"><hr class="invisible minimal-padding"><p><a class="btn btn-sm btn-primary col-lg-12" style="white-space: normal;" href=" http://www.vidaliaonion.org" target="_new">VOC</a></p><hr class="legacyRuler"><hr class="invisible minimal-padding"><hr class="invisible minimal-padding">
