Job Duties:

The HR Sr. Coordinator will provide direct support to HR Management and company employees. The HR Sr. Coordinator administers a variety of human resources activities and programs, including those related to staffing, compensation, benefits, training, and workplace safety. This individual will have an opportunity to work on various training and learning activities including but not limited to new hire orientation, leadership development, and HR & Compliance training. Also, work on organization development projects such as organization culture improvement initiatives and CSV (Creating Shared Value with communities) activities.

1. Talent Acquisition & Retention
• In charge of all recruitment process, including ad placement, speaking with recruiters, reviewing resumes, interview process, creating job offer scenarios and preparing reports associated with recruiting
• Supervise our current Applicant Tracking System
• Communicating with various recruiters to find the most suitable candidates
• Supporting in completion of job application materials and documents, and preparation of employment interviews and tests
• Manages new hire orientations, human resources events and various training sessions for employees,
• Maintain constant communication with several departments within the company once new employees are on board

2. HR Development & Company Policy Management
• Revise existing training program and create new training content
• Recommends, develops, and schedules development and training course
• Coordinate and maintain all training projects and activities
• Prepare all necessary training related materials
• Must possess ability to articulate, educate, and train employees on new procedures and processes
• Conducts investigations when employee complaints or concerns are brought forth
• Tracks/administrates required actions from management with regards to team member engagement
• Coordinating with managers regarding the proper implementation of policies and procedures

3. Organization Management
• Job Description Management
• Labor Cost Analysis
• Manpower Planning

4. Other tasks, responsibilities and duties as assigned by HR Director

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s Degree of related field and minimum of 4 years of HR experience
• Previous experience working in manufacturing industry preferred.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills and negotiating skills
• Organized and detail-oriented
• Excellent Microsoft Office skills (Excel & PPT)
• Bilingual (English and Korean) preferred

Job Duties:

The role of the VP of Marketing is to provide brand vision and leadership that enables the organization to achieve strategic marketing and brand objectives. The VP of Marketing will also be responsible for developing and maintaining marketing infrastructures to support both its current and future operations. This position requires robust knowledge surrounding all major marketing entities and a willingness to not only manage others, but also step in and help get the job done. Critical to the role will be the leadership of new product development, channel development, market research, brand management, innovation and marketing communication.

• Build, lead and mentor the company marketing team
• Lead and guide strategic planning, including brand positioning, competitive analysis, customer segmentation and penetration plans, as well as channel development.
• Strategize, develop & execute marketing initiatives to position the company as the leader in Korean and Asian Cuisine
• Develop innovative strategies and assist in the implementation and execution of these initiatives while propelling the company towards continued revenue growth and expansion
• Oversee and provide support to marketing brand, design and communication managers and members to execute the marketing strategy and meet organizational objectives
• Monitor, review and report on marketing activity, results, and profits & losses
• Deliver marketing activity within agreed budget
• Manage and direct monthly updates on marketing activities to executives of the company and HQ
• Build and maintain external marketing agency to oversee strategy and execution of plan
• Oversee planning and execution of key company trade shows & consumer events
• Develop innovative and non-traditional ways to go to market to support brand objectives
• Collaborate with agencies and other vendor partners, especially co-packers and OEMs
• Be the internal brand champion for our product lines

Requirements:

• MBA degree preferred, Bachelor's degree required & a minimum of 15+ years of experience in food/CPG industry
• Should possess creative and innovative leadership qualities necessary to drive growth and develop talent
• Proven ability to achieve measurable results across a large number of projects within budget and on tight timelines
• Superior knowledge of all areas of marketing, including business plan development, brand management, P&L, market trends
• Proven ability to take product/service (as well as new market development) from concept to implementation
• Proven track record in leading the creation and execution of marketing initiatives
• Sense of urgency in solving problems and comfortable with a fast-paced, demanding environment
• Sound data analysis and decision-making capabilities
• Strong presentation, writing and verbal communication skills
• Demonstrate proficiency in time and project management
• Ability to effectively communicate with and sell to c-level executives and ability to communicate with HQ
• Successful track record as senior marketing executive

Job Duties:

New Product Development
• New product strategy development
• Market Research (market analysis for consumer need and market sizing)
• Primary research for new products and categories (Focus Group research, online surveys, etc.)
• New product ideation and conceptualization
• Market trend analysis
• New product development and launch timeline
• COG analysis
• Driving internal and external members to move development process forward
• Packaging strategy and development (design as well as materials)
• Developing sales materials, sales samples, needs for trade shows, and funneling numerous sales request related to new product launches

Consumer Marketing
• Responsible for building brand and product awareness to continue to drive aggressive growth of the brand
• Develop strategy for consumer marketing
• Develop and execute annual marketing plans with budgets
• Manage marketing budget
• Create and develop relationships with appropriate vendors to execute marketing programs
• Develop and conduct market research to better understand the brand perception in the marketplace
• Continuously develop new relevant consumer touch points for the brand (PR, online, events, sampling, social media, consumer promotions, in-store promotions, etc.)
• Develop strategy for the consumer website and oversea the implementation of that strategy
• Develop brand positioning for the brand and continuously ensure that it remains relevant

Business Development & Management
• Establish and lead Cross Functional Teams and Projects
• P&L responsibility of the brand
• Mid/Long term brand/business strategy
• Familiarity with entire value chain
• Plan and execute innovative business through the understanding of total supply chain management

Other
• Ability to work in a multi-cultural environment.
• Develop marketing team to support the growth of the company. Manage direct reports.
• Communicate directly with both local and global management to update them on current marketing activities and strategy.
• Travel to trade shows, sales calls, market research, NPD meetings, etc.

Requirements:

• A minimum of 8 years of relevant business experience in a consumer marketing role (Strong CPG/food industry experience with understanding of FMCG environment strongly preferred).
• New product development experience
• MBA degree preferred
• Strong analytical and strategic skills
• Ability to make decisions based on analysis and rational thought
• Good knowledge and familiarity with Asian foods a strong plus.
• Team player with excellent interpersonal skills; able to develop strong relationships with internal and external parties
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Flexibility to work in a resource-challenged, environment
• Capable of handling multiple projects simultaneously
• Ability to work in a multi-cultural environment.
• Travel to trade shows, conduct sales presentations, market research, NPD meetings, etc.
• Proficient in MS Excel, Word, and PowerPoint

Job Duties:

• Sample collecting and review for microbial testing results
• Record test results and maintain appropriate documentation
• Select produce samples for food safety, time study, and quality control testing
• Assist with enforcing food safety program and procedures, GMP policy, and personnel hygiene policies
• Responsible for produce quality inspections and proper storage
• Responsible for quality checks for outgoing produce as well as returned product. Verify and communicate to appropriate departments any findings as relate to food safety and/or quality issues.
• Report and assist with correcting any unsanitary conditions in food storage areas as well as employee work areas
• Assist with maintenance of food prep and packaging equipment, surfaces, and tools
• Help develop, maintain, and update all records, manuals, training procedures, product spec books as pertain to food safety and quality control
• Assist with preparation for any and all food safety audits
• Maintain cleanliness and sanitation of warehouse
• Perform other duties as required by Management

Requirements:

• Must be proficient in English reading and writing
• A minimum of 3-4 years of experience in quality control in a produce facility
• Must be able to work independently
• Must be familiar with HACCP, GMP’s, and food regulations
• Bilingual English-Korean (additional languages: Spanish or Chinese preferred)
• May be requested to obtain certification for FPM, FSVP, PCQI and etc.
• Must be able to work weekends or holidays if required
• Associate of Science (Food Nutrition, Food Engineering etc.) or equivalent
• Must be able to perform basic computer tasks including MS Office

Job Duties:

• Marketing, communications and public relations
Interpret customer and consumer insights to analyze and evaluate our company’s current brands standing, develop strategies for improving and refining our brands, and create a new model that will be a fit for the US market
Lead and collaborate with marketing firms and/or consultants, as needed
Guide marketing research for customers and consumers that will lead to the development of optimal strategies for brand awareness
Develop company marketing policies that will be implemented company-wide
Develop a measuring system for determining the success of each marketing campaign/program
Act as the company’s representative with the media
Lead the creation of the master project calendar for the Marketing department
• Planning and budgeting
Keep the executive team notified of all developments and progress in marketing, communications and public relations
Develop marketing budgets for all projects
Recommend short-term and long-term goals and objectives to the CEO
• Organizational strategy
Develop a strategy, based on the marketplace and needs and satisfaction, in programs and services that will lead the organization
Act as an internal consultant to find problems and solutions throughout the company
• Management
Effective management of the marketing team
Coach, mentor and develop the marketing team
• Perform other assigned tasks and duties necessary to support dept.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree is required; graduate level degree strongly desired
• Minimum of 10 years in a medium to large Consumer Packaged Goods or hospitality/restaurant industry as a brand marketer
• 5+ years of experience in the food industry
• Demonstrated creativity and collaboration to expand the brand vision in a competitive market
• Strong business acumen and financial agility
• Ability to multi-task and problem solve
• Attentive to detail and accuracy
• Bilingual in English and Korean preferred but not required
• Strong communication skills both verbal and written
• Some travel may be required