Company/Organization
Yakima Products, Inc.

Job Description

General Description:
This position establishes short-term and long-term product strategies to achieve net sales, net margin, SKU productivity for the Top-of-Car category, and long-term strategy that will ensure brand vision and corporate objectives are met. The category managed by this position includes Top-of-Car Racks, Top-of-Car Bike, Boat, and Snow, and related Accessories, product life cycles, and new product opportunities not yet identified. This position is the Top-of-Car category expert, understanding customer needs and the competitive environment. The Top-of-Car Category Business Manager is the primary point of contact between product categories and leads and facilitates various the cross-functional organizational teams, including participation from the Marketing, Product Development, Supply Chain, Finance and Manufacturing departments. Other key aspects of this position contribute to achieving and sustaining the Yakima Strategic Business Plan and Initiatives, global competitive advantag e, and profitable market growth strategy.

Scope & Responsibilities:

•Establish, implement, and lead near-term and long-term category strategy to achieve net sales, net margin, SKU productivity, market share and P&L for the Top-of-Car category
•Develop, facilitate, and implement product business plans for current and new categories to achieve strategic business goals
•Contribute to Yakima’s position as the “Category Expert” in the minds of the customer and consumer
•Provide “Go to Market” management cross-functional team focus related to the Product Development Process

Specific Duties:

•Develop the long-term product category plans including vision, features, and functionality; articulate the fit of each product within the corporate strategy, including long-term product cycle (three to five year) planning
•Manage Product category life cycles developing and recommending appropriate changes and initiatives to sustain profitability company growth
•Identify and implement a regular system of customer and dealer research for each new product program
•Develop and implement new product business cases, including costing, pricing, positioning, sales forecasting, replacement versus incremental sales analysis, and net present value
•Monitor and participate in the product development system to ensure on-time, on-budget, and high-quality delivery of all product programs
•Serve as the product category expert, understanding customer needs and the competitive environment, and communicating both to the Marketing and Product Development departments regularly
•Participate in the Quality and Warranty process
•Acquire and maintain knowledge of customer and consumer needs through regular communications to gain general and product specific consumer and dealer feedback, including review of sales, warranty and customer service information; communicating findings to appropriate organizational teams
•Provide competitive analysis by acquiring intimate knowledge of competitive environment and developments in the industry, channels, and categories; communicating findings to appropriate organizational teams
•Participate in demand planning and product availability forecasting; influence the marketing mix for new products
•Participate in the development of product marketing messages for consumer and dealer communications
•Collaborate with appropriate staff to expand sales and market share by selling products through: Original Equipment Manufacturer, Warehouse Distributor, and other potential sales channels
•Work closely with Product Development through the critical stages of new product development to insure that new products meet Yakima’s fit standards of safety, durability and ease-of-use
•Carry out in an effective manner other duties, responsibilities, and projects as may be assigned

Qualifications:

•B.S. or B.A. degree from an accredited college/university in Business or related field required
•MBA preferred
•Three (3) years of international sales/brand/category management experience
•Five (5) years of experience in consumer products management and hard goods manufacturing
•Demonstrated knowledge of market and consumer research, trends, market drivers, and customers
•Knowledge of the outdoor sports industry, particularly bike, boat, snow sports and camping
•Knowledge of the Automotive Aftermarket industry preferred
•Excellent communication skills both written and verbal
•Excellent financial analysis and knowledge of business processes
•Demonstrated success in growing product category or business channels
•Strong computer skills; proficient in Microsoft Office suite (especially
Excel & PowerPoint) required
•Strong interpersonal communication and coaching skills
•Strong presentation skills
•Five (5) years project management experience
•Valid driver’s license and clean driving record
•Written and Oral Skills: English mandatory
•Multilingual skills, European, Latin American, or Asian, either oral or written a plus
•Entrepreneurial aptitude for business, product development and marketing desired

Physical Requirements:

•Able to lift or carry materials that may weigh up to 50 lbs
•Most tasks require close vision abilities
•Must be able to travel up to 25%, including approximately 50% international
•Able to sit and work at a computer keyboard for extended periods of time
•Able to stoop, kneel, bend at the waist and reach on a daily basis
•Must have corrected vision to 20/30 and not color blind
•Must be able to travel internationally via commercial carrier

Compensation:

DOE
Comprehensive benefit package provided
No paid relocation

How to Apply
To apply for this position please submit your resume and salary requirements to applicant2@yakima.com

Company/Organization
Waterfront Bicycles

Job Description
Part-time 2- 3 days a week Bicycle Mechanic with at least 4 years of recent shop experience.

How to Apply
Please send resume to waterfrontbikes@earthlink.net and include references.
Please put RESUME in the subject line of your email response.

Company/Organization
Office of Mayor Sam Adams

Job Description
If you’re a “people person” and customer service is your specialty, Mayor Sam Adams has a job for you. It’s a full-time job that pays up to $50,000 per year (depending on experience) with a strong benefits package beginning no later than July 23, 2009.

The position is Public Advocate in the Bureau of Transportation. As Sam’s Transportation Public Advocate, you will investigate and respond to the wide range of transportation-related inquiries and concerns that citizens and businesses direct to the mayor. It’s a demanding job that requires an ability to address a range of issues in a timely and effective manner. It’s also a rewarding job because you help Portlanders in a direct, hands-on way.

To do the job well, you need to interact with people in a calm, professional, and compassionate manner at all times—even when people don’t afford you the same courtesy. With the help of your team members you’ll work every day to become conversant on the issues that interest and concern citizens and quickly develop an appropriate response. Being a team player is essential. At the same time, you’ll need the discipline, motivation, and organization to respond to citizens and resolve matters in a timely way without direct oversight.

Additionally, you will help coordinate constituent response between the bureaus the Mayor oversees. Each bureau has its own Public Advocate, and you will help ensure the response to citizens remains consistent across bureaus.

How to Apply
If this sounds like a great fit for you, please submit:

* A one-page cover letter;
* Resume;
* Three references; and
* a maximum three-page writing sample (that includes an example of how you have provided good customer service) to:

Office of Mayor Sam Adams
Tom Miller
Chief of Staff
1121 SW 4th Avenue, Room 340
Portland, OR 97204

In addition to your print copy application, please send one electronic version of your application to: sierra.stringfield@ci.portland.or.us.

Submission deadline is Monday, July 6 at 5:00pm. Sorry no phone inquiries. We’re excited to consider you for the team!

Job Description
About the Community Cycling Center

The Community Cycling Center, founded in 1994 is a 501(c) 3 that broadens access to bicycling and its benefits through our hands-on programs, volunteer projects, and neighborhood bicycle shop. We believe that the bicycle is a tool for empowerment and a vehicle for change.

The Community Cycling Center is an energetic workplace with a collaborative style. The Community Cycling Center is an equal opportunity employer. Women and people of color are encouraged to apply. Visit www.CommunityCyclingCenter.org for more information about us.

General Position Summary

The Adult Programs Coordinator facilitates the successful delivery of programs for adults including Create a Commuter Workshops, Bike Maintenance classes and outreach programs. The Adult Program Coordinator will organize and develop curriculum, support instructors, oversee bike production and supply ordering, compile evaluation data, write reports, and generally ensure that programs are effectively delivered. Successful candidates will have experience teaching adults, be highly organized, a creative thinker and effective communicator, have a passion for bicycles and enjoy working as part of a team.

Responsibilities
• Develop curriculum, teaching tools and best practices in adult education for our Create a Commuter workshops, adult maintenance classes and outreach programs.
• Provide instruction for adult programs
• Manage registration and scholarship processes for all adult programs
• Coordinate scheduling, provide training and supervision to adult program instructor staff and program volunteers
• Coordinate Get Lit and other outreach programs and events
• Oversee the registration procedures for the annual Holiday Bike Drive
• Coordinate bike production and supply orders with shop staff for all adult programs
• Coordinate inventory, storage and delivery of program supplies and bicycles;
• Complete all invoices and reports for grants and contracts;
• Maintain program evaluation data and data systems;
• Work with appropriate staff to evaluate and develop new adult programming where needed
• Develop and maintain relationships with strategic partners to ensure positive and productive collaboration to expand access to bicycling in the Portland Metro region

Additional Duties
• Work to ensure across-the-board excellence in program delivery and management;
• Work with Programs Manager to recruit and train new program staff as needed;
• Implement youth programming as needed;
• Perform marketing, development and grant writing duties as directed;
• Participate in special events

Required Qualifications:
• Bachelor degree or equivalent in related field
• At least two years experience in an educational setting (adult education preferred);
• Experience with program development and implementation;
• Experience with expense tracking and reporting
• Experience working with diverse populations;
• Experience working with and motivating volunteers;
• Ability to communicate effectively with diverse populations particularly over the phone, in writing and in person.
• Ability to solve problems creatively and work in a team environment
• Ability to work a flexible schedule;
• Experience with program content including but not limited to basic bicycle maintenance, safe riding skills (strongly preferred)
• Computer skills: Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite (strong skills in Excel desired) Experience with web platforms and databases (Wordpress, html, SPSS, CVENT desired)
• Ability to lift 25 pounds and work a flexible schedule, including occasional weeknights and weekends;
• Ability to ride a bicycle a plus.
• Criminal background check required;

Reports to: Programs Manager

Pay scale: $13.50 per hour. New and used bicycle purchasing perks, generous PTO, and full health benefits

FTE: 32-40 hours per week.

How to Apply
Send your resume and cover letter to jobs@CommunityCyclingCenter.org. No calls, please. Open until filled.

Company/Organization
Community Cycling Center

Job Description
About the Community Cycling Center

The Community Cycling Center, founded in 1994 is a 501(c) 3 that broadens access to bicycling and its benefits through our hands-on programs, volunteer projects, and neighborhood bicycle shop. We believe that the bicycle is a tool for empowerment and a vehicle for change.

The Community Cycling Center is an energetic workplace with a collaborative style. The Community Cycling Center is an equal opportunity employer. Women and people of color are encouraged to apply. Visit www.CommunityCyclingCenter.org for more information about us.

General Position Summary
The Development Director holds a key role in the organization and will be responsible for developing the unrestricted contributions program. Working within the Community & Programs team, the Development Director will improve and increase the individual and grants programs, including major gifts, grant writing and foundation relationships, annual fund development, special events, planned giving, and other activities as required to ensure support for the Community Cycling Center’s programs.

We are looking for someone who has a firm understanding of fundraising principles and practices, a good sense of Oregon’s philanthropy community, and fresh, innovative ideas. This position is supported by a 0.5 FTE Development Specialist.

The Community Cycling Center is a healthy organization with a diversified funding stream. 71% of organizational revenue is earned income (bike shop and program fees) and 27% is raised from individuals, businesses, grants, and contracts.

Successful candidates will have a passion for and belief in the transformative power of the bicycles, be goal-oriented, creative, and collaborative.

Responsibilities
The Development Director is responsible for increasing annual unrestricted fundraising and maintaining the fundraising program with integrity and creativity.
• Strategize, manage, and grow the individual donor and grant programs, including appeals and publications, major donor solicitation, grant writing and management, and fundraising events, involving appropriate staff and board as necessary;
• Develop policies and procedures to track, reconcile, and report on donations to ensure best practices and ability to plan effectively;
• Plan and oversee fundraising events;
• Other duties as needed.

Required Skills & Qualifications
• Bachelor’s degree and 3-5 years experience in a leadership role in nonprofit development;
• Experience with developing and implementing fundraising plans utilizing traditional and creative fundraising strategies;
• Experience in local grant and donor relations;
• Proven track record of setting and achieving annual revenue targets, including securing major donor gifts and obtaining foundation grants;
• Demonstrated ability to articulate the mission and make persuasive and compelling presentations to all levels of prospective donors and diverse members of the community in order to advance the organization’s profile in the community and maximize resource development;
• Strong interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills. Intercultural communication skills preferred;
• Demonstrated effective use of communications and marketing strategies to support fundraising efforts;
• Proven ability to solve problems, work in a team environment, and meet deadlines;
• Self-starter, motivated and able to take initiative in all situations. Ability to influence and motivate;
• Proficiency in Word, Excel, Adobe Acrobat, and donor databases;
• Ability to lift 25 pounds and work a flexible schedule, including occasional weeknights and weekends;
• Ability to ride a bicycle a plus.

Reports to: Director of Community & Programs

Pay rate & benefits:
This is a full-time permanent position with an annual salary between $42,000 - $48,000 depending on experience; new and used bicycle purchasing perks, generous PTO, and full health benefits after 30 days.

How to Apply
Send your resume, cover letter, and two writing samples (donor letter and grant proposal) to Jobs@CommunityCyclingCenter.org. No phone calls, please. Open Until Filled.

Company/Organization
The Bike Gallery

Job Description
The Bike Gallery is seeking enthusiastic individuals to join our seasonal retail sales force. If you are driven, service oriented and passionate about cycling and the cycling lifestyle, then we want to hear from you!

This is a unique opportunity to be a part of what makes Portland such a great place to live and the Bike Gallery continues to be the top rated bicycle retailer in the area and one of the top 100 in the nation. We offer a fast paced and dynamic work environment, competitive benefits package*, a supportive and team oriented culture, employee merchandise discounts and opportunities for advancement within a growth oriented, locally owned and operated business.

Bicycle retail experience preferred, but not required. Specialty retail experience preferred, but not required. Bicycling experience is helpful and passion for customer service excellence is a must.
* Benefits may not be available to seasonal or temporary staff.

How to Apply
send a cover letter and resume to resumes@bikegallery.com.

Company/Organization
Newbikeco

Job Description
Portland based builder of lugged and fillet brazed steel bicycle frame-sets seeks an experienced builder.

How to Apply
Please send an email detailing your experience to newbikeco@yahoo.com

Job Title
Sunday Parkways Short Term Volunteer Coordinators

How to Apply
Please send resume and cover letter to: Linda Ginenthal, Transportation Options, 1120 SW 5th Ave, Portland OR 97204 or email Linda.Ginenthal@pdxtrans.org by Friday, April 17, 2009, 4pm. Women and people of color strongly encouraged to apply. EEO employer. For more information about Sunday Parkways, www.GettingAroundPortland.org and click on Sunday Parkways.

How to Apply
Email info@joe-bike.com or call 503 309-6631 to set up an appointment.