Job Overview:

Gander Grow Co. is seeking a dynamic and organized individual to serve as the Market Manager for the Gander Farmers Market. This position plays a key role in the success of the market by overseeing its day-to-day operations, managing vendor relations, and ensuring a high-quality, community-focused experience for both vendors and customers. The Market Manager will also lead marketing and promotional efforts to increase market attendance while supporting Gander Grow Co.’s mission of fostering a sustainable and vibrant local economy.

Key Responsibilities:

• Market Operations:
• Manage the weekly setup, operation, and teardown of the Gander Farmers Market.
• Ensure smooth market operations, resolving issues that arise with vendors, customers, or logistics.
• Supervise the market space to maintain cleanliness, safety, and a welcoming atmosphere.
• Vendor Coordination:
• Recruit and onboard new vendors, maintaining a diverse and high-quality mix of products.
• Communicate regularly with vendors, addressing their needs and ensuring compliance with market policies.
• Develop and manage vendor contracts, spaces, and assignments.
• Marketing and Promotion:
• Plan and execute marketing strategies, including social media, email newsletters, and community outreach.
• Organize special events and promotions to increase market visibility and attendance.
• Work with local media and community organizations to promote the market.
• Customer Engagement:
• Foster positive relationships with customers and vendors, addressing feedback and enhancing the market experience.
• Conduct customer surveys and collect feedback to assess satisfaction and areas for improvement.
• Administrative Duties:
• Manage market budget, track expenses, and handle vendor payments.
• Prepare weekly reports detailing market performance, vendor participation, and customer feedback.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant local laws, regulations, and insurance requirements.
• Community Relations:
• Act as the public face of Gander Grow Co. and the Farmers Market, representing the market at community meetings and events.
• Develop relationships with local organizations to build partnerships and attract new customers and vendors.

Qualifications:

• Strong organizational and multitasking skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.
• Experience in event planning, operations management, or community development.
• Ability to work independently, problem-solve, and think critically.
• Marketing and social media experience is an asset.
• Familiarity with local agriculture, small businesses, or farmers markets is preferred.
• Proficiency in basic accounting or bookkeeping tasks.
• Proficiency using a computer and tech savvy

Working Conditions:

• The Market Manager will work primarily on-site during market days and perform administrative tasks remotely or at Gander Grow Co.’s office.
• Availability to work on weekends is required, as the market operates weekly on Saturdays.

Benefits:

• Competitive salary based on qualifications and experience.
• Opportunities for professional development and networking within the local business community.
• Contribution to a community-centered and sustainable economic initiative.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $33,592.00 per year

Benefits:

• Flexible schedule

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday
• Weekends as needed

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Gander, NL A1V 1A2

Application deadline: 2024-10-17
Expected start date: 2024-11-04