Student Worker - Auxiliary Enterprises Product Buyer and Marketing Coordinator

Make a difference at one of Florida’s premier institutions for education in science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM). Florida Polytechnic University, ranked the No. 1 public college in the region by U.S. News and World Report, offers a unique working environment that encourages faculty and staff to be part of a culture that prizes collaboration, innovation, and the willingness to go above and beyond to ensure our students and University succeed. Florida Poly offers a small campus academic environment where students form connections with their faculty and peers as they pursue high-value degrees in engineering and applied sciences.The University is equipped with cutting-edge facilities and equipment and two award-winning, architecturally distinct academic buildings. Its evolving curriculum, designed to meet the needs of industry and provide a life-long educational foundation for students, has helped the institution grow in prominence since its opening in 2014. Florida Poly’s deliberately small classes, affordability, and outstanding graduate outcomes have helped it earn recognitions such as being named a top value school, in the top 25 nationally for affordability, and in the top five best universities in the South for tech students. Accredited by ABET and SACSCOC, Florida Poly is educating some of the brightest minds in Florida and attracting standout talent from across the nation.JOB TITLEStudent Worker - Auxiliary Enterprises Product Buyer and Marketing CoordinatorJOB DESCRIPTION SUMMARYJoin the Auxiliary Enterprises team at Florida Polytechnic University as a Student Worker supporting the Campus Store. This position will help develop and implement marketing strategies, create promotional materials and graphics, manage the Campus Store's Instagram account, promote sales and events, and contribute to the visual presentation and branding of the store. This position is ideal for a creative, organized, and self-motivated student interested in marketing, graphic design, social media management, and retail merchandising.JOB DESCRIPTIONRESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES:Develop and implement marketing plans for each fall and spring semester to increase Campus Store awareness and engagement.Manage the Campus Store's Instagram account, including creating and publishing a minimum of two posts per week.Design creative marketing materials, promotional graphics, advertisements, and other visual content to promote merchandise, sales, events, and Campus Store initiatives.Design and update promotional displays, signage, and other visual merchandising materials to advertise products and sales.Determine merchandise and products to be ordered for the fall, spring, and summer semesters based on anticipated demand, trends, and Campus Store needs.Contact vendors to request product information, pricing, and merchandise quotes.Review and approve merchandise artwork and designs to ensure quality, accuracy, and consistency with university branding guidelines.Receive new merchandise and ensure products are accurately entered into the point-of-sale (POS) system, properly displayed in the Campus Store, and organized in the warehouse.Assist with daily store operations as neededAssist with other areas Auxiliary Enterprises areas as neededOther duties as assigned.KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:Strong interest in marketing, graphic design, social media, advertising, and creative content development.Ability to solve problems and troubleshoot in an efficient manner.Ability to multitask and prioritize tasks.Skill in typing, use of computer/software, especially Microsoft Office SuiteExcel proficiency.Strong attention to detail, documentation, and tracking ability.Knowledge of standard office machines and equipment.Work effectively in a team environment as well as independently while following through on assignments.Familiarity with Adobe Creative Cloud software is preferredMINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:Must be currently enrolled or attending classes at Florida Polytechnic University.Must be in good academic standing.Must be currently enrolled or attending classes at Florida Polytechnic University.Must have a cumulative GPA of at least a 2.25 and have successfully completed 9 credits or more in the most recent fall or spring semester with a GPA of 2.0 or better.Must have a valid driver’s license.NORMAL WORK SCHEDULE: Up to 20 hours per week.TARGET HIRING SALARY: $15.85 hourlyAPPLICATION DEADLINE DATE: The position is open until filled.REQUIRED LICENSES, CERTIFICATIONS, AND/OR OTHER SPECIFIC REQUIREMENTS OF LAW:This position requires a criminal background check.This position is subject to federal and state privacy regulations.SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS REGARDING ATTACHMENTS:Required attachments are listed on each posting. Please be sure to attach all required documents in the Resume/CV field before continuing through the application. Once your application has been submitted, no changes may be made and additional attachments will not be considered.An unofficial copy of the degree/transcript is acceptable during the application process. For positions requiring a degree, the official transcripts are required upon hire.Foreign Transcript: Transcripts issued outside of the United States require a equivalency statement from a certified transcript evaluation service verifying the degree equivalency to that of an accredited institution within the USA. This report must be attached with the application and submitted by the application deadline.All document(s) must be received on or before the closing date of the job announcements.DIVERSITY STATEMENT:Florida Polytechnic University is an equal opportunity/equal access institution. It is the policy of the Board of Trustees to provide equal opportunity for employment and educational opportunities to all (including applicants for employment, employees, applicants for admission, students, and others affiliated with the University) without regard to race, color, national origin, ethnicity, sex, religion, age, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status or genetic information.This position requires a background check, which may include a level II screening as required by the Florida Statute §435.04. #J-18808-Ljbffr Florida Polytechnic University