Business Development Support Internship - Full or part-time (compensated)

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	Please follow the instructions for each opportunity.   No phone calls / No drop ins. TITLE:  Business Development Support Internship - Full or part-time (compensated)  An Exceptional Opportunity for Undergraduate and Graduate Students in International Business / Marketing in Center City, Philadelphia. STARTING PERIOD: Flexible Aug./ Sep. 2014 for a duration of 6 months   COMPANY DESCRIPTION: Norphone Productions, a French company, established among Europe's top 5 precious metal recycling companies, is moving to the United States with an exciting new project, working alongside major charity organizations. INTERNSHIP DESCRIPTION:  As part of this transition, the company is looking for a motivated and dynamic candidate with great networking skills. You must be comfortable with cold-calling specific contacts among organizations you will have previously researched. This position requires good listening skills as well as an irreproachable speech and the capacity to be quick on your feet. Being present at the very beginning of this important new adventure, you will often be given extensive responsibilities and a significant opportunity to evolve among our company. Among other things you will be asked to plan and direct meetings with the people you get in contact with and report them to our main office in Paris. For candidates who are confident in social skills, have a relevant background in sales or marketing, and want to take part in this adventure. QUALIFICATIONS DESIRED:  Business-focused, conscientious individual interested in assisting management in an international environment.Professional telephone manner; detail-oriented; fast, accurate typing and proof-reading. Computer Skills Desired: Microsoft Office  French language proficiency preferred, but not required Proper working papers are required. SUBMIT YOUR RESUME TO:   r.tuil@norphone.com with "Business Development Support Internship" in the SUBJECT LINE. Interviews will be conducted over the phone/Skype and in person in Philadelphia from June 2 to June 6, 2014.    TITLE: Director - Administrative Services The incumbent will be responsible for the financial well being of a private French-owned manufacturer and distributor of commercial and residential resin products in North America headquartered in Berks County, PA. S/he will also oversee several operational functions such as, accounting, insurance and legal matters, financial reporting, tax, quality, and systems integration which include IT and applications. KEY MEASURES: - Self starter; ability to work independently under frequently changing priorities - Excellent verbal and written presentation skills; superior negotiation skills - Master the principles of accounting and tax rules - Solid management control systems experience - Verifiable experience with ERP (M3 if possible) - Analytical ability; superior organizational skills - Leadership with a coaching orientation to manage staff - Good knowledge of working capital management - Sound understanding of HR processes, including benefits and payroll - Strong business acumen; anticipate what can go wrong and build appropriate contingencies to adapt. EDUCATION, QUALIFICATIONS & OTHER KEY REQUIREMENTS: - Minimum MBA in Finance; minor in IT preferred - Experience working in a global platform - Exposure to QIP techniques (i.e., Six Sigma, Lean) - Periodic travel to corporate office in France or other European countries; must have valid passport - Speak French as a second language or display sufficient conversational knowledge to be trained to speak French fluently - At least 8+ years experience with operations of small to mid-size companies with entrepreunerial models RECRUITMENT PROCESS:  Please submit letter of interest including salary requirements and resume with "Director - Administrative Services" in SUBJECT LINE to: info@faccphila.org Principals Only. Unsolicited resumes from fee-paid agencies will not be considered.  AN EEO EMPLOYER TITLE: Technical Sales Engineer    COMPANY:  Company specializing in providing global solutions for highly technical plastic molding is seeking Technical Sales Engineer to implement its business strategy and support sales for existing customers. The company presently has 5 locations worldwide, with 1 location in Mexico. The company's products apply to industries that require high quality and specifics plastic parts, mostly for the health industry. JOB DESCRIPTION:  In accordance to the mission and objectives of the company, the Technical Sales Engineer will contribute to the overall development in terms of prospection, responses to direct inquiries, and management of his/her client base adhering to a high quality of service provided to both clients and prospects. The candidate will have experience in the plastic industry and/or health industry. REQUIREMENTS: Bachelor's Degree in sciences French and English language fluency is required, Spanish is a plus Excellent communication in cross cultural exchanges 5 years proven sales experience Direct experience in related industry (i.e. plastic, health) Ability to work autonomously with the ability to multi-task Effective negotiation skills and ability to manage the entire sales process Excellent organizational and time management skills Strong administrative and reporting skills Tenacity, Integrity, Dynamism Must be eligible to work in the U.S. SALARY:  The compensation includes an attractive salary, medical insurance and is commensurate based on experience. RECRUITMENT PROCESS:  Qualified applicants are encouraged to send a resume and cover letter to:info@faccphila.org with "Technical Sales Engineer" in the SUBJECT LINE.