Overview: H-E-B is one of the largest, independently owned food retailers in the nation operating over 420+ stores throughout Texas and Mexico, with annual sales generating over $34 billion. Described by industry experts as a daring innovator and smart competitor, H-E-B has led the way with creative new concepts, outstanding service and a commitment to diversity in our workforce, workplace and marketplace. H-E-B offers a wealth of career opportunities to our 145,000+ Partners (employees), competitive compensation and benefits program and comprehensive training that lead to successful careers.

Job Description: H-E-B needs energetic and motivated Partners willing to work hard and have fun while making our Customers feel welcome. No matter what background you bring, or where you are in your career, we welcome you to join our community where People come first.

As an Area Community Coordinator, you'll plan and execute community events, and Regional- and Corporate-based initiatives. You'll report to your home Store's Top Leader, with a dotted line to the Regional Public Affairs Department.

Once you're eligible, you'll become an Owner in the company, so we're looking for commitment, hard work, and focus on quality and Customer service. 'Partner-owned' means our most important resources-People-drive the innovation, growth, and success that make H-E-B The Greatest Omnichannel Retailing Company.

Do you have a:
HEART FOR PEOPLE... interpersonal skills?
HEAD FOR BUSINESS... willingness to represent H-E-B in your community?
PASSION FOR RESULTS... drive to coordinate / execute events that build H-E-B / community relations?

We are looking for:

• a high school diploma (college preferred)
• experience in office administration, working with multiple locations, coordinating projects, and working with budgets
• advanced communication skills

What is the work?
Administration:

• Manages / executes donation tracking system for assigned area (monetary and product)
• Maintains Store community calendar / board
• Provides logistics support for special projects
• Compiles / analyzes information for reports and presentations
• Commits to / arranges Store leadership participation in the full range of community activities / events
• Recruits / trains / supervises Partners for volunteer activities
• Proactively provides creative input into development of Store's Public Affairs goals
• Serves on internal / external task forces and committees, as needed
• Maintains strong community relationships, including public / private sectors, and non-profit organizations
• Defines resource needs according to budgets; develops action plans for programs and events
• Assists in generating sales through community events
• Manages community room events and scheduling
• Performs other assigned duties

Communications:
- Represents H-E-B / Store and supports Store objectives at events, meetings, and civic functions

• Interfaces regularly with external community leaders, stake-holders, individuals

- Creates / develops H-E-B communications materials (e.g., invitations, flyers, point of sale display requests) for print and distribution

• Provides monthly update recaps to designated Public Affairs team
• Maintains monthly strategy development meetings with Store leaders
• Attends monthly department manager sales meetings

What is your background?

• High school diploma, or equivalent; college degree (preferred)
• 1+ years of experience in office administration or as a coordinator with a non-profit or government agency, or in a corporate community relations department
• Experience working across multiple units / locations
• Experience in project coordination
• Experience working with budgets / financials
• Experience in marketing and brand management (preferred)

Do you have what it takes to be a fit as an Area Community Coordinator for H-E-B?

• Advanced PC skills, including MS Office and web-based programs
• Advanced verbal / written communication skills
• Advanced interpersonal skills
• Strong organization skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and shift focus between projects / tasks

Can you...

• Function in a fast-paced, retail environment
• Work some evenings and weekends
• Attend external meetings and events
• Travel within geographic or trade region

02-2017