Sourcing Manager – Part Time (Meetings & Events)

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The Sourcing Manager (part time) functions as the primary client liaison and lead for assigned programs. This role negotiates critical program components based on knowledge of client requirements from initial request through contract completion and turnover; this includes recommending supplier and destinations options and solutions.

The selected individual will proactively negotiate prices and contracts, and creates reasonable preliminary budgets. Communicates with Procurement Team and suppliers on a timely basis information relative to travel program operations. Follows standard operating procedures for all sourcing activity.

Please note: This is a part time position.
Scope

Negotiates and contracts between 100 – 200 programs worldwide on an annual basis, however, the scope of this position is dependent upon assigned account/programs and may vary from client to client.

No direct reports.

Assists in review of colleagues’ budget.

Primary Responsibilities

40% – Develops and implements program and profit/negotiation strategy to achieve best price and/or enhancement consideration with suppliers, supporting the specific needs of the client. Gathers all the information necessary to properly source and place an event on behalf of a client, including standard availability grids from designated technology tool. Initiates request for proposal (RFP) process to secure appropriate room blocks, logistical event needs, and pricing from hotels and other suppliers. Negotiates and confirms critical program components with supplier(s) and team, utilizing basic terms and conditions, and/or modifying pre-existing master policies to meet individual client requirements. Tracks supplier option dates and follows-up with team members and suppliers of program status. Reviews all supplier contracts prior to finalization, ensuring both program specific and generic terms and conditions are accurate and legally protective of the client, including attrition dates, cancellation policies, etc. Uses appropriate authorization and addendum form to ensure consistency and accuracy. Provides supplier with all appropriate documentation at sale notification including itinerary, supplier contracts, etc.

30% – Ensure requested research data is thorough and accurate by reviewing pertinent historical data on file for the client and program, if available, including but not limited to: pick-up reports, previous contracts, previous RFPs, and addendums. Guide internal and external clients on agendas and provide creative alternatives to improve meeting quality. Follow our established standard operating procedures (SOP) when selecting suppliers for research. Prioritize projects and meet research due dates. Communicate to stakeholders when a deadline expectation requires an extension. Establish a mutually agreeable deadline. Ability to project and time manage to meet projects deliverables of competing priority. Provide accurate and timely data management in appropriates computerized tools. Maintain appropriate and timely communication on accounts with Strategic Account Managers.

30% – Works closely with client to ensure program objectives are addressed, maintaining open line of communication with client to ensure understanding of expectations and client satisfaction. Maintains open and on-going communication with team regarding supplier utilization, key negotiations, performance and unique programming ideas. Create meeting records in the designated meeting management system, and completes all internal documentation for the program prior to turnover. Conducts additional negotiations with supplier(s) to improve costs, profitability and/or terms of targeted program components. Achieve appropriate benchmarking metrics as per client or company requirement. Manages VIP and complex customer requests as required by client.

OTHER: May require travel to destinations worldwide, in support of client site inspections (Ability to travel by airplane, boat, rail and/or car). There is an inherent risk associated with all travel, often as a result of extraordinary circumstances. Therefore, during an emergency, it is your duty to provide the necessary guidance and leadership, and to promote the safety of the client, travel participants and other Maritz employees by implementing or supporting prescribed crisis procedures. 3. Keep abreast of industry standards and trends related to responsibilities.

Qualifications

  1. College degree.
  2. Minimum of five years of experience in project, event or meeting management, at least 2 of which are in procurement.
  3. Experiences in hotel buying, as well as strong knowledge of program/event budget maintenance. Knowledge of travel supplier operations, overall capabilities/range of services.
  4. Proven negotiation skills and prior successful experience in developing and maintaining key client and supplier relationships.
  5. Knowledge of US domestic and/or International hotels and destinations.
  6. Program management system experience preferred, especially with an online sourcing tool.
  7. Understanding of and ability to effect win/win solutions and prior experience in effectively handle multiple projects/demands.
  8. Proven aptitude for technology and/or software solutions and analytical skills.

DISCLAIMER: This job description is designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by associates within this classification. It is not designed to confirm or be interpreted as a comprehensive summary of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of associates assigned to this job.

Maritz will only employ applicants who have authorization to work permanently in the U.S. This is not a position for which sponsorship will be provided. Those who need sponsorship for work authorization now or in the future are not eligible for hire. No calls or agencies please.

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Event Programmer (Part-Time)

Job Summary:

Job Summary:

JOB DESCRIPTION – EVENT PROGRAMMER

Location: Remote

Division: Ticketmaster US

Line Manager: Event Programming Operations Manager

Contract Terms: Part-time, 20 hours per week (including weekends and evenings)

THE TEAM

The Field Operations team builds and maintains relationships with various clients to understand the essentials of their business practice, ensure their business objectives are met and clients are able to utilize the various Ticketmaster products/platforms.

THE JOB

As part of the Event Management team, you will support Ticketmaster clients in all their event management needs. This includes building events and making updates to events based on work requests from clients.

WHAT YOU WILL BE DOING

This position involves collecting, reviewing, and inputting accurate data into Ticketmaster Host system following procedural best practices and established standards, then verifying the output. The tool knowledge set for the position includes Host and Host applications, EventPro, EMT and TM1 suite products.

Meet and exceed Event Management service level agreements
Accurately input event data into Ticketmaster Host system and identify and resolve event related errors
Work with clients, promoters, and internal departments such as marketing, accounting, customer service, event operations and support and client support, when creating events and distributing information regarding those events
Establish and develop relationships with assigned clients
On-Call schedule rotation amongst the team; after hour, weekend and holiday client support responsibilities
From time to time, will be responsible for other duties as assigned by, but not limited to, Senior Event Specialist, the EM Manager, or the Regional Director of Event Management
WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW (or TECHNICAL SKILLS/COMPETENCIES)

1-3 years experience with the Ticketmaster System, or related field experience, with some exposure and knowledge of the Ticketmaster system
Service oriented, with strong organizational and communication skills
Able to successfully handle multiple priorities
Certain degree of creativity, latitude, and problem solving is required
Box Office experience a plus
Overall awareness of the entertainment business is important
Knowledge of how TM departments impact on one another, and on outside clients is a plus
Must have the ability to accommodate a flexible schedule including some Saturdays, evenings, and holidays
Excellent written and oral communication skills, good organizational skills, and attention to detail
Must be computer literate with excellent data entry skills
H. S. diploma or equivalent required. BA/BS degree is preferred
COVID-19 Note: Being fully vaccinated against COVID-19 and/or providing proof of a negative COVID test at least every 48 hours will be required for this position to work in an office or venue.

YOU (BEHAVIOURAL SKILLS/COMPETENCIES)

Rock Solid Reliability – I earn the trust of clients, co-workers and fans; I set clear expectations; I deliver high quality work on time and on task; I take the time to do things right

Solution Driven – I creatively find solutions to problems clients are experiencing by collaborating with management and interdepartmentally with experts that can find alternative and effective solutions to any limitations.

Winning Teamwork – I collaborate with others; I share information openly; I listen and take time to empathise and understand where others are coming from; I show recognition and appreciation for the contributions of others

Act with Integrity – I am proud of the way I represent myself and the company to others; I act with good intentions; I have direct, honest conversations while creating a safe work environment for open dialogue; I represent information and data accurately and completely

EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES

We are passionate and committed to our people and go beyond the rhetoric of diversity and inclusion. You will be working in an inclusive environment and be encouraged to bring your whole self to work. We will do all that we can to help you successfully balance your work and homelife. As a growing business we will encourage you to develop your professional and personal aspirations, enjoy new experiences, and learn from the talented people you will be working with. It’s talent that matters to us and we encourage applications from people irrespective of their gender, race, sexual orientation, religion, age, disability status or caring responsibilities.

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Data Science Admissions Specialist (Part-time)

What is Pathrise?
Pathrise (YC W18) connects job seekers across North America to world class industry mentorship and career coaching to help them land a new career. The program is free upfront and our customers pay us back when they’re hired.

Built around aligned incentives, we help build equity in the job search process by providing 1-on-1 mentorship, training, and a platform to uplift job seekers and ultimately, help them fulfill their hopes, ambitions, and livelihoods. We’ve already helped more than a thousand fellows land meaningful jobs, and helped them earn over $100M in salary.

In 2022 we raised our Series B and there is even more exciting growth on the horizon. That year we expanded from 6 to 14 industries, launched a tiered pricing system with differentiated product offerings, and much more.

Our Mission 🚀
Our mission is to help people everywhere build their careers by being the world’s best career agency.

We believe the job search system is broken and can be fixed with a business model that acts on behalf of the job seeker, instead of on behalf of employers, recruiters, or schools. If this sounds interesting to you, we look forward to hearing from you!

Read more about our mission in our manifesto.

The Role
We’re looking for natural teachers who care about mentorship and uplifting others. As a Data Science Admissions Specialist, you’ll be responsible for supporting Pathrise’s admission process for Data fellows. You’ll conduct informational screenings with prospective fellows who are interested in our program, to assess their technical abilities in data science, data analytics, or data engineering, and discuss job search goals.

As a member of the admissions team you will also have an opportunity to work cross-functionally with Data Industry Leads, our product team, and operations to promote engagement, process improvements, and data tracking.

Admission Sessions
Duration: 30 – 45 Minutes
Target Audience: Prospective fellows for the Pathrise program
Responsibilities
Gathering candidate’s current pain-points regarding job searching, ability to provide general advice on how they can improve their job search and how to address their concerns
Conducting technical screenings (similar format to technical phone screens at top tier tech companies)
Evaluating prospective candidate’s technical performances based on internal technical grading rubric
Identifying whether candidates are a good fit for Pathrise
Providing high-value feedback and answering candidate questions
Qualifications
BS in Computer Science or at least 1 year of experience in technical recruiting for data science, data analytics or data engineering roles
At least an intermediate understanding of Data Science concepts and regression models
Experience in conducting technical interviews and well-trained on how to grade candidate performance
Impeccable communication skills and ability to build rapport with people from a variety of backgrounds
Passion for mentorship!
What’s in it for you
100% remote work (1099 basis)
Flexible work hours
Opportunity to network and build connections with aspiring and established designers
Compensation: $18/hr
$18 – $18 an hour
We cannot sponsor H1B visas for this role at the time. Thank you for your interest.

Pathrise is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer that proudly pursues and hires a diverse workforce. Pathrise does not make hiring or employment decisions on the basis of race, color, religion or religious belief, ethnic or national origin, nationality, sex, gender, gender-identity, sexual orientation, disability, age, military or veteran status, or any other basis protected by applicable local, state, or federal laws or prohibited by Company policy. Pathrise also strives for a healthy and safe workplace and strictly prohibits harassment of any kind. Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance and other similar state laws and local ordinances, and its internal policy, Pathrise will also consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

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Central Station Monitoring Agent – Remote

Central Station Monitoring Agent – Remote
ABOUT THE ORGANIZATION Envera Systems is a rapidly growing Florida-based electronic security company with strong financial backing, advanced proprietary technology and unique solutions, specializing in live monitored, access control and active video monitoring. Envera Systems currently has branch offices in Sarasota and Coconut Creek. Envera is dedicated to creating a supportive entrepreneurial work environment for its talented, hard-working, team-oriented employees. We offer benefits that include, medical, dental, vision, 401(k) and other supplemental benefits. Ideal candidates will be highly motivated, with a positive attitude, passion for winning and commitment to excellence.
DESCRIPTION
Central Station Monitoring Agent

Position Summary:

Process gate transactions and alarm events from over 300 communities virtually.

Job Responsibilities: To perform this job successfully, the Central Station Monitoring Agent may be expected to perform some or all of the duties listed, and other duties as assigned:

Properly verify visitors and vendors entering our gated communities.
Monitor armed areas to ensure intruders vacate the closed area.
Must be able to document and send intruder reports.
Must meet all verification standards.
Agent will work under close supervision during the first 90 days.
Must meet the organizations AHT and schedule adherence goals/metrics.
Must keep up on both company and central station policies.
Position requires weekend, holiday and shift work and may require mandatory overtime.

POSITION REQUIREMENTS
Skills:

Self-motivated and have a professional attitude.
Excellent communication and listening skills.
Excellent teambuilding, customer service, and interpersonal skills.
Must possess good decision making skills, be very organized and detail oriented.
Must be proficient with computer, keyboard, and telephone.
Must meet minimum quality, professional, and verification standards.
Abilities:

Ability to work overtime as requested by management.
Ability to work effectively with others.
Ability to work as part of a fast paced team and be flexible.
Ability to interpret a variety of instructions provided in written, oral, or electronic form.
Ability to maintain one’s composure; keep emotions in check and avoiding aggressive behavior, even in very difficult situations.
Physical Demands:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is required to sit for long periods of time and operate a computer and headset.
Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, and ability to adjust focus.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Work Environment:

Fast paced call center office environment.
Minimum Qualifications:

High School Diploma or General Education Degree (GED).
Must be 18 years of age or older.
Minimum 2 years of applicable experience
Able to pass a background check and drug test.
Previous call center or alarm experience a plus.
Must have an acceptable quiet work area at home.
Must have a reliable laptop or desk top computer. Windows 10 computer only. (Apple, Chromebook computers and all Tablets are not acceptable.)
Must have reliable internet connection, including Ethernet cable. Wireless access is not acceptable (Minimum of 125 mbps download speed and 25 mbps )
Must have 2 computer monitors
Bi-lingual a plus.

FULL-TIME/PART-TIME Full-Time and/or Part-Time
EOE STATEMENT We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

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Audio Production Assistant (project-based contract | $18-20 per hour)

ABOUT KHAN ACADEMY

Khan Academy is a nonprofit organization on a mission to provide a free, world-class education to anyone, anywhere. The Khan Academy Kids team is a small group within the larger organization that develops the free Khan Academy Kids mobile app. Khan Academy Kids is an early learning program for age 2 through Grade 2, covering early literacy, math, and social-emotional skills. Khan Academy Kids includes thousands of lessons and a personalized learning path for families and schools.

THE ROLE

The Khan Academy Kids team is looking for a part-time contractor to assist with audio production for the Khan Academy Kids app on a project-by-project basis. The audio production assistant will manage audio files that will help bring the app to life. This may include working with audio for our animated guide character, Kodi, book narrations from our voice talent, as well as lesson and video sound effects. This role will be approximately 10-15 hours of work per week during active projects.

TASKS INCLUDE

Managing text files for audio prompts
Processing audio files including splicing, leveling, and exporting
Verifying audio quality and accuracy
Coordinating with the audio production lead
WHAT YOU’LL BRING

A passion for Khan Academy’s mission and a desire to change the world
Strong attention to detail in all areas of file management
Proven time management skills and ability to prioritize tasks effectively
Effective written and verbal communication skills
Knowledge of software including Audacity and Google Sheets

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