Director of Merchandising and Special Events Job at Chartwells Higher Education
Chartwells Higher Education Chicago, IL 60290
Salary: 81,500-95,000
At over 300 college & universities around the country, Chartwells Higher Education is re-inventing the on-campus dining experience. We are challenging the norm and setting new standards by investing in high-tech, food-infused social spaces that bring people together to promote meaningful relationships and interactions. We are food-forward difference makers, bound together by a desire to feed hungry minds and prepare students for success.
We are seeking hungry, humble and smart associates who are looking to join and grow with a diverse organization. We invite you to start your career journey with us and look forward to hearing from you.
Job Summary
The Director of Merchandising and Special Events will be a highly skilled creative individual who is adept at developing and executing merchandising and equipment plans that support retail, event and fresh food displays. The position will influence and support our teams across over 300 Higher Education campuses nationwide, with a flexible home-office location and significant travel.
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CORE RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Create special event designs complete with layouts, mood board, proposed rental furniture, smallwares and menu development.
- Review and consult on design and build documents to ensure that brand standards are being met for station requirements on all refresh and new build projects for retail, residential dining and c-stores
- Partners with account leadership teams to identify opportunities to grow revenue, maximize operational efficiencies through effective merchandising and strategic station mapping
- Hands-on responsibility for updating merchandising catalogs and ordering guides/quotes including Supply America MOG.
- Direct all visual planning and assist the onsite team with the management of individual projects from start to finish including budgeting/schedules, vendor management, site visits and execution
- Responsible for sourcing display vehicles, merchandise fixtures, and service wares
- Assist with the execution and curation of our brand voice , which is re-inventing the Campus dining experience
- Support with rebid and retention efforts, to include master planning, facility refresh efforts, proposal development and presentation support
- Hands on responsibility to stay current on trends and identify new smallwares, equipment and uniform opportunities
- Ensure allocated capital investment funds are spent in accordance with sector brand standards
- Develop and implement merchandising training for managers and hourly associates
- Work with the culinary team to implement display, merchandising and operational guidelines for new and existing food programs
- Passion for identifying emerging trends in the design/dining space
- 5+ years of retail management, marketing, multi-unit management or merchandising experience; creative design skills a plus
- 5+ years of catering management experience
- Ability to produce digital schematics for special events
- Excellent interpersonal skills supporting a team environment
- Ability to review and consult on design and build plans for new build projects and refreshes
- Must be self-motivated, creative, imaginative, and energetic
- Must be comfortable interacting with clients and senior leadership
- Excellent verbal and written communication with the ability to organize complex information
- Strong planning, organizational and self-direction skills with a sense of priority for tight deadlines and attention to details
- Ability to multitask in a fast-paced environment
- Travel up to 80%
Apply to Chartwells Higher Education today!
Chartwells Higher Education is a member of Compass Group USA
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Compass Group is an equal opportunity employer. At Compass, we are committed to treating all Applicants and Associates fairly based on their abilities, achievements, and experience without regard to race, national origin, sex, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by law.
Qualified candidates must be able to perform the essential functions of this position satisfactorily with or without a reasonable accommodation. Disclaimer: this job post is not necessarily an exhaustive list of all essential responsibilities, skills, tasks, or requirements associated with this position. While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the position posted, the Company reserves the right to modify or change the essential functions of the job based on business necessity. *Los Angeles applicants: Compass Group will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring (Ban the Box ordinance)
Chartwells Higher Ed maintains a drug-free workplace.
Associates at Chartwells Higher Ed are offered many fantastic benefits.
- Medical
- Dental
- Vision
- Life Insurance/ AD
- Disability Insurance
- Retirement Plan
- Paid Time Off
- Holiday Time Off (varies by site/state)
- Associate Shopping Program
- Health and Wellness Programs
- Discount Marketplace
- Identity Theft Protection
- Pet Insurance
- Commuter Benefits
- Employee Assistance Program
- Flexible Spending Accounts (FSAs)
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