Small Business Consultant - Retail

Salary: $50.00 - $55.00 HourlyLocation : Fullerton, CAJob Type: Part-timeJob Number: 03510Department: Research Grant EmployeesOpening Date: 01102025Closing Date: 2142025 11:59 PM PacificThe Orange County Inland Empire Small Business Development Center Network is a federal program partially funded by the U.S. Small Business Administration & the California Governor's Office of Business & Economic Development. The SBDC is hosted by CSU, Fullerton. The purpose of this grant is to provide no-cost technical assistance to entrepreneurs and small business owners in Orange County. The CSUF SBDC is seeking a Consultant with extensive experience in the retail industry. The Consultant should always have up-to-date knowledge of marketing. Owned and operated own retail location, preferably multiple locations. *Please be aware that funding for this position is awarded through a GrantContract over a specified period. Employment for this position beyond current GrantContract funding is contingent upon continued funding or new GrantContract. Essential Duties Provide consulting, training, and information services in the region to pre-venture, start-up, and small size businesses.Maintain client database by preparing detailed written assessment and make recommendations for improvements. Keep abreast of business trends, techniques, and processes. Work collaboratively with peers and the business community to expand expertise. Community outreach responsibilities will include public presentations to key stakeholders and service on appropriate boards and committees related to economic development. Travel as required to perform cross county-wide job functions. Complete all forms and maintain client files as required by the SBA. Document information, assistance, and outcomes of sessions with clients related to consulting and training activities performed by the consultant. Provide Center with timely reports related to milestones and success stories of client's economic outcomes. Other duties as assigned. Qualifications Must be previous or current small business owner.Key understanding of small business issues related to retail. Extensive knowledge in the ins and outs of day-to-day retail operations, employee management, staff operations, budget analysis, pricing models, inventory control, and lease negotiations. Proven ability to identify and implement strategies to scale retail businesses. In depth understanding of lease negotiations, renewals and tenant-landlord relations. Experience in refinishing or reinventing retail business models to adapt to changing markets. Familiarity with retail-focused technology solutions, inventory software and e-commerce platforms. Hands on experience leading growth initiatives for multi-location business. Experience in creating effective sales strategies and improve in-store conversions.Experience in advising small businesses.Experience delivering business presentations on a variety of topics in a public setting to diverse audiences.Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively in both oral and written form. Ability to establish and maintain effective and harmonious work relations with staff, clients, government agency(s), business resources, and the general public. Computer skills with working knowledge of various software packages are necessary. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:Bilingual: Spanish or VietnameseStrong interpersonal and communication skills and proficiency with computers and web-based research EDUCATION:Minimum Bachelor's degree in a business-related field, preferred, or equivalent experience in business management or financial analysis (minimum four years), or bachelor's degree in any field with either two years of business management or business ownership. PHYSICAL DEMANDS:Lifting of up to 25lbs.; periodic bending; long-term periods of sitting; long term periods operating a computer. APPLICATION PROCEDURE:CSU Fullerton, Auxiliary Services Corporation (ASC) is committed with Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) practice. This means hiring diverse talent and ensuring employees understand and respect differences around us. ASC is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer and a member of E-Verify. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex including sexual orientation and gender identity, national origin, disability, protected Veteran Status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, you have the right to request an accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access our career center as a result of your disability. To request an accommodation, contact a Human Resources Representative at (657) 278-4117. A background check (including a criminal records check) must be completed satisfactorily before any candidate can be offered a position with the ASC. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may affect the application status of applicants or continued employment of current ASC employees who apply for the position.ASC offers comprehensive benefits based on employment classification. To learn more about ASC's benefits please view the information 01 Do you have a minimum Bachelor's degree in a business-related field or equivalent experience in business management or financial analysis (minimum four years), or bachelor's degree in any field with two years of business management or business ownership? Yes No 02 Are you a previous or current small business owner? Yes No 03 Do you have an in depth understanding of lease negotiations, renewals and tenant-landlord relations and experience in refinishing or reinventing retail business models to adapt to changing markets? Yes No 04 Do you have extensive knowledge in the ins and outs of day-to-day retail operations, employee management, staff operations, budget analysis, pricing models, inventory control, and lease negotiations? Yes No 05 Do you have experience advising small businesses and delivering business presentations on a variety of topics in a public setting to diverse audiences? Yes No 06 Are you familiar with retail-focused technology solutions, inventory software and e-commerce platforms? Yes No 07 Do you have computer skills with working knowledge of various software packages? Yes No Required Question

Created: 2025-02-10