Business Advisor — Marketing & Market Research

Texas State University; San Marcos (TX); Vor Ort; USD 55.000 - 75.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Health insurance

Paid time off

Professional development opportunities

Retirement plan

Zusammenfassung

Texas State University in San Marcos seeks a Grant Specialist (Business Advisor) to provide confidential one-on-one advising and data-driven guidance to small-business clients served by the SBDC. The advisor translates client goals and market data into clear recommendations and actionable plans.

The role includes delivering workshops, maintaining client records in Neoserra, and collaborating with community partners while meeting SBA program requirements.

Qualifikationen

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Marketing, Communications, Management, Public Administration, Education, or related field.
• Two years of experience in marketing, market research, business development, consulting, or related field; master's may substitute for one year.
• Experience applying quantitative and qualitative research methods, data analysis, and performance measurement.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective relationships with clients, staff, departments, and external stakeholders.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities, work independently, maintain confidentiality, and meet deadlines.
• Experience in consulting, advisory, account management, or client services with direct client interaction.
• Willingness to complete advisor certification and development requirements of the SBDC.

Aufgaben

• Provide confidential one-on-one advising on marketing strategy, customer acquisition, branding, market research, and business planning.
• Assess client needs and develop practical action plans covering audiences, value propositions, go-to-market strategies, and channels.
• Conduct market research and competitive analysis and translate findings into actionable recommendations.
• Help clients develop marketing plans and performance measures to prioritize spending and track results.
• Deliver workshops, webinars, and presentations on marketing, market research, and growth topics.
• Build relationships with community, industry, lending, government, and university partners; represent the SBDC at events.
• Maintain accurate client records in Neoserra and work toward center performance goals.
• Manage assigned projects and contribute to process improvements.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Jobbeschreibung

Texas State University in San Marcos seeks a Grant Specialist (Business Advisor) to provide confidential one-on-one advising and data-driven guidance to small-business clients served by the SBDC. The advisor translates client goals and market data into clear recommendations and actionable plans.

The role includes delivering workshops, maintaining client records in Neoserra, and collaborating with community partners while meeting SBA program requirements.