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Reports to: Director of Purchasing With a projected 1,000 cafes in the United States by 2030, Paris Baguette is one of the fastest-growing neighborhood bakery cafés in the world. Our vision is to reestablish the neighborhood bakery café as the heart of the community around the world. Paris Baguette's mission is to bring expertly crafted baked and brewed goods through a warm and welcoming bakery café experience that delivers joy to everyone. If you are someone who has heart, wants to spread joy, nourish community and is ready to rise to the occasion, we are looking for you to join our growing team! ------- WHAT WE ARE HUNGRY FOR The Senior SCM Coordinator plays a pivotal role in executing Paris Baguette's stellar fulfillment rates, seasonal product launches, and ongoing procurement initiatives. This position sits at the intersection of strategy and execution—bridging procurement, R&D, brand, finance, food safety, and operations to ensure every product is sourced, produced, and delivered on time and to standard. With a focus on operational excellence and speed to market, this individual will coordinate the end-to-end sourcing process, maintain supplier readiness, and ensure proactive communication across all stocking and distribution outlets—including Sysco OPCOs, Imperial Dade, 3PL frozen facilities, and regional delivery hubs. The ideal candidate combines strategic foresight with hands-on execution, excels in cross-functional environments, and brings sharp attention to detail. This is a high-impact role for a procurement professional who thrives in a fast-paced, growth-driven organization and is motivated by our brand's mission to bring joy through fresh-baked experiences every day. KNOWLEDGE AND RESPONSIBILITIES Distribution & Communication Coordination • Serve as the liaison between suppliers and distribution partners (Sysco OPCOs, Imperial Dade, frozen 3PLs), ensuring visibility and clarity at every stage., • Issue weekly updates on availability, substitutions, inbound timelines, and new product transitions to internal teams and distribution partners., • Collaborate with logistics to troubleshoot delays, reroute supply, or escalate disruptions impacting café supply., • Manage all supplier order guides to ensure standardization and compliance across North America. Vendor & Category Management • Manage national supplier relationships across assigned categories, overseeing pricing compliance, lead time performance, and quality alignment., • Partner with Quality Assurance and Food Safety to ensure supplier certifications, specs, and compliance documentation are up to date., • Support contract maintenance, pricing updates, and cost tracking for ingredient and packaging items., • Track new item setup, sourcing status, and supply chain activation from vendor onboarding through first café delivery., • Place purchase orders based on national usages, forecasts, and seasonality. Cross-Functional Collaboration • Partner closely with Brand, Finance, Culinary, and Operations teams to ensure procurement strategies align with marketing calendars and sales forecasts., • Collaborate with logistics and distribution teams for strategic planning, audit fulfillment, and coordinate national auto ship deployment., • Participate in procurement meetings to advise on sourcing feasibility, timelines, and cost implications., • Maintain accurate documentation for item set-up, supplier profiles, and promotional readiness., • Other duties, as assigned. WHAT YOU NEED TO HAVE • At least 5–7 years of purchasing or procurement experience in foodservice, restaurant, retail, or multi-unit environments., • Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, or related field preferred., • Strong knowledge of distributor networks (Sysco, Imperial Dade, 3PL frozen warehouses, broadline) and food category sourcing., • Exceptional organizational, communication, and project management skills; ability to lead timelines and track multiple deliverables., • Demonstrated success in cross-functional roles requiring alignment between supply chain, culinary, marketing, and operations., • Proficiency in Excel, ERP platforms (SAP a plus), and procurement software tools., • Feedback is a gift! Ability to provide constructive feedback and recognition to every member of the organization, along with Franchisees, to ensure we have an open and transparent culture of high-performance standards., • High emotional intelligence with the ability to work with, and support diverse teams by being highly empathetic, intuitive, self-motivated and driven., • Teams Win! Has to be a team player who fosters a collaborative and engaged teamwork environment., • Being a Brand Ambassador, with an excellent knowledge of and commitment to Paris Baguette's Mission, Vision, Brand Values and Culture. SWEET BENEFITS • Competitive compensation, • Free Cake for your Birthday, • Medical, Dental, Vision benefits, • 401K Retirement Plan, • Paid time off, paid Holidays, • High Performance Culture

The Concierge Associate is the ultimate guide through the guests’ experience when planning events at The Woman’s Club of Ridgewood ( (WCOR). Event Rental income helps maintain expenses and allows us to give to charity, which requires a special person to create the experience. As an Concierge Assistant you will be assuming the role of tour guide, communicator, entertainer, and event planner. This is an excellent opportunity for someone interested in the Hotel Travel Industry. Our team members are the key to our company’s success, and their health and well-being, as well as that of their families, is very important to us. We offer a flexible work schedule to allow members to maintain a healthy work balance. • Greeting guests., • Answering questions - accurately and politely., • Answering the phone., • Understanding of Quickbooks and invoicing, • Directing guests to areas/restrooms., • Demonstrating knowledge of the technical products., • Determining guests’ needs - by actively engaging them in 1-on-1 conversations and informing guests of product features & benefits., • Suggestive selling - using proven techniques (i.e., related items, higher-quality items, transitional phrases)., • Maintaining a clean and organized supplies, • Maintaining proper product stock levels – through retail pulls & inventories., • Performing opening, closing & side duties –, • Assuring the complete satisfaction of each and every guest., • Creating memorable experiences. This job description reflects the position’s essential functions; it does not encompass all of the tasks that may be assigned. EXPERIENCE, EDUCATION, CERTIFICATIONS AND SKILLS • Remaining calm in a hectic, fast-paced atmosphere., • Demonstrating a high level of organization, attention-to-detail and a sense-of-urgency., • Displaying a positive and outwardly friendly attitude toward guests. PHYSICAL DEMANDS • Ability to move monitor events for extended periods of time., • Ability to sit set up tables and chairs, • Ability to express or exchange ideas verbally, • Manual dexterity, hand-eye coordination, and ability to work with hand above shoulders., • Ability to occasionally, regularly, frequently move objects (lift, push, pull, balance, carry) up to 10 pounds., • Ability to turn or twist body parts in a circular motion., • Ability to tolerate exposure to heat, cold, cleaning chemicals, and loud/noisy environment., • Available to be onsite within 30 minutes ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS • Maintaining a well-groomed appearance, • Following all Board of Health uniform guidelines., • Practicing all general safety & sanitation standards., • Recycling products, where possible. Closing: The Woman’s Club of Ridgewood is an equal opportunity employer. We live our motto be kind to ALL – SERVE ALL, and strive to foster an inclusive workplace culture for every team member.

At Baked by Melissa, we don’t just sell cupcakes - we deliver a premium, joyful, and memorable guest experience rooted in exceptional service and thoughtfully crafted products. Our bite-size treats are beloved nationwide, and our in-store experience is the heart of the brand. We are looking for elevated, service-driven Sales Associates who take pride in hospitality, exude professionalism, and create meaningful connections with every guest who walks through our doors. This role is perfect for individuals who thrive in a fast-paced environment, love engaging with people, and hold themselves to the highest standard of customer care. As a Sales Associate, you are not just serving a product - you are representing a premium brand and delivering moments of delight that turn guests into loyal fans. What You’ll Do • Deliver a Premium Guest Experience, • Provide elevated, hospitality-driven service that reflects Baked by Melissa’s SWEET standard (Smile, Welcome, Engage, Educate, Thank)., • Greet every guest with warmth, sincerity, and polished professionalism., • Create personalized, engaging conversations to understand guests’ needs and make thoughtful product recommendations., • Demonstrate deep knowledge of our handcrafted products, ingredients, seasonal offerings, and ongoing promotions., • Drive Sales Through Expertise & Engagement, • Convert browsing guests into enthusiastic buyers through confident storytelling, sampling, and consultative selling., • Consistently meet and exceed individual and store sales goals., • Maintain a high level of product knowledge and brand awareness to support suggestive selling opportunities., • Operate With Excellence, • Ensure accuracy and care when processing all transactions using the POS system., • Execute daily operational responsibilities including store opening/closing procedures, inventory counts, and restocking., • Maintain a pristine, organized, and visually elevated store environment, ensuring our premium brand standards are always upheld., • Be a Trusted Brand Ambassador, • Respond to guest questions with poise, knowledge, and a solution-oriented approach., • Uphold safety, cleanliness, and operational standards at all times., • Escalate potential security or operational concerns to management promptly., • Contribute to a positive, team-oriented culture built on enthusiasm, accountability, and pride in the brand. Qualifications • High school diploma or GED required, • 18 years of age or older, • Previous retail, hospitality, or customer service experience preferred - luxury or specialty retail experience is a plus, • Exceptional communication skills and a naturally warm, welcoming personality, • Ability to deliver polished, consistent, top-tier customer service in a fast-paced environment, • Must be able to lift 30 lbs and stand for extended periods, • Weekend and holiday availability required Benefits and Perks • Opportunities for growth within a rapidly expanding brand, • 50% employee discount on all products, • Ability to pick up shifts across multiple locations, • Performance recognition programs, • A fun, positive, and collaborative workplace with premium service standards

SUMMARY - Recognize business/sales opportunities and prospects, then present solutions in a knowledgeable and professional manner. Increase sales volume and new customer base as well as, service existing customers, and generate repeat sales. Demonstrate a professional image of the brand at all times and ask for a referral to grow the business. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES • Stop and see every business on his/her route. DON’T CHERRY PICK. Including, offices, restaurants, industrial parks, retail businesses, ALL businesses and organizations., • Introduce the brand to businesses and explain the promotional materials and specials., • Build rapport with potential customers., • Explain versatility of the company., • Introduce services provided., • Bring back business card and information needed to quote potential jobs., • Maintain a consistent and organized follow up system., • Follow up on all leads., • Accurately fill in sign layout forms and work orders., • Assist in operating and managing the store when needed., • Remarket areas every three months., • Keep a running inventory of all stock and supplies for the marketing program., • Complete in store training utilizing the following: Front counter Sales, Sign Product Training video, Key lines and the Owner’s Manual., • Maintain an organized; clean and professional store appearance at all times. QUALIFICATIONS • Valid driver’s license, • Previous sales experience is preferred., • Must be computer knowledgeable and willing to learn to be proficient in various software programs., • Must also pass basic math and spelling tests., • Possess a good understanding of sales and marketing tactics., • Have excellent communication and customer service skills., • Outgoing personality and willingness to work with the public on a daily basis., • Outgoing, energetic and demonstrate common sense in the handling of problems., • Naturally, a strong desire to work is essential, along with the respect and rapport from the Franchisee towards the representative., • Ability to close sales – asking for orders and payments., • Professional appearance that will be representative of the brand., • Desire for strong earnings potential., • Easy-going, adaptable personality, positive and team oriented disposition, quality conscious, flexibility to occasionally work overtime, calm, professional and diplomatic, presents self well, neatly dressed, well-mannered and polite.