Kinexus Group · 22 hours ago
Business Solutions Manager
Benton Harbor, MI
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
3+ years expKinexus Group is a leading community development organization recognized for its commitment to economic vitality in Michigan. The Business Solutions Manager will drive strategic and operational objectives, engage with external stakeholders, and advocate for business needs in service delivery and solution creation.
CommunitiesConsultingManagement ConsultingNon Profit
Responsibilities
Promote and integrate Kinexus Group subsidiaries and services to solve identified business needs
Gather intel for solution development – i.e. funding diversification
Provide consultative services for appropriate resource deployment
Lead Michigan Works! services related to hiring needs and integration of programs through leveraging the talent exchange support
Raise awareness of business grant opportunities and support the management of applying for the grants (i.e. Going Pro Talent Fund, IWT’s)
Support Michigan Works! leadership and be responsive to ongoing business requests
Engage with Kinexus Group’s subsidiaries as needed with operational, marketing and communication needs
Gather intelligence, recruit businesses, and provide grant support
Understand the voice of customer to integrate their business perspective into products, processes, and services offered through Kinexus Group
Identify and understand where gaps exist with business services gaps and build an ecosystem of resource partners to serve business
Represent Kinexus Group and the subsidiaries in public forums and events
Utilize and promote the Kinexus Group’s products and services to partner organizations across the state
Market to effectively communicate with businesses and partners to strengthen Kinexus Group’s brand reputation
Develop new processes to improve service delivery representing “Voice of Business”
Support organizational events through business recruitment and engagement
Represent Kinexus Group on external projects, including partner projects
Utilize macro data reporting and LMI to inform decision making
Attend industry events to understand current and future market conditions and potential impacts
Present information to stakeholders and partners using real time information to improve shared consciousness
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of training and/or experience in Business, Human Resources, or related field
Must possess a minimum of three (3) years recruiting, human resources, sales, or other relevant work experience
Experience working in public relations, recruiting, coordinating services and business to business outreach
Commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion
Must be able to build consensus among managers and staff representing diverse organizations partnering in the workforce development system
Experience using Contact Management platforms is helpful
Must have excellent computer skills and be proficient in Microsoft programs
Must be knowledgeable of workforce development program operations / designs
Must be a self-starter with strong research skills; must have critical thinking skills
Must be dependable; provide attention to detail; ability to multi-task
Exhibit professionalism in all work-related relationships with persons of all social, economic, cultural and ethnic backgrounds
Ability to travel regionally as needed and must possess a valid driver's license
Benefits
A robust Onboarding experience to integrate you into our team
Team of Teams training in support of the organizational strategies
Job training and development to ensure you are established and growing in your role
Cross Operational Meetings with your peers
Management Commitment to your success
Competitive Salary & Benefits
Opportunities for Growth
Company
Kinexus Group
Kinexus Group is an NGO that connects people, investments, and organizations for business planning, counseling, and strategy services.
51-200 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageLeadership Team
Todd Gustafson
President and Chief Executive Officer
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