Seeking Principle Six (P6) – Co-operative Trade Movement National Director
Principle Six (P6) – Co-operative Trade Movement is a multi-stakeholder co-operative, comprised of retail and wholesale co-op members, working together to build economic relationships rooted in the values of co-operation. P6 promotes small farmers/ producers, co-operative businesses, and local farmers/ producers to consumers in retail co-ops. Currently there are ten co-operatives participating in the movement. Visit P6.coop for more information.
P6 is looking for an energetic person who will lead the co-op as we build membership and refine our operations. The ideal candidate will have a demonstrated history of success in facilitating diverse interests in support of a shared vision, exceptional communication skills, and a passion for co-operatives. This is a full-time position working out of Seward Co-op in Minneapolis, MN.
Overview
The P6 National Director is the first point of contact for current and prospective P6 member co-ops and is responsible for all day-to-day management, coordination, implementation, and promotion of the P6 Program. For more information on P6 please visit p6.coop.
Minimum Qualifications
• Organizational skills, attention to detail, strongly self-directed
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Strong networking and relationship development skills
• Ability to lead a diverse group and create shared alignment across stakeholders
• Experience with sales and recruiting
• Organizational management skills and supervisory experience
• Experience with organizational budgeting and financial management
• Familiarity with and/or enthusiasm for the cooperative business model
• Computer proficiency, experience with Microsoft Office and WebEx or equivalent
• Ability to travel frequently
• English proficiency
Compensation: DOE
Please e-mail cover letter, resume, salary requirements or requests for further information to Nick Seeberger, P6 Board President at nseeberger@seward.coop by Sunday, November 15th, 2015.