Market Operations & Community Partnerships Lead

Choose901; Memphis (TN); On-site; USD 43,000 - 53,000; Full time

Job summary

Memphis Farmers Market in Downtown Memphis seeks a resourceful leader to oversee operations, partnerships, and long-term sustainability. The role focuses on Saturday market execution, vendor relations, and community programming.

The position offers annual gross compensation of $48,000 and requires availability for Saturday markets and occasional evenings; team collaboration with the Board is emphasized.

Qualifications

• Experience in operations, events, nonprofit administration, hospitality, or community programming.
• Strong organization and communication abilities.
• Comfort with financial records and digital tools.

Responsibilities

• Oversee market operations and Saturday setup, operations, customer experience, and closing.
• Coordinate vendor management, applications, licensing, and insurance records.
• Engage with community groups and partners to expand engagement.
• Coordinate fundraising, sponsorships, and grant-related activities.
• Support volunteer recruitment, orientation, and scheduling.
• Reconcile cash, transactions, and vendor fees; monitor financial reports.

Skills

Operations management

Event planning

Nonprofit administration

Community programming

Organization

Communication

Vendor coordination

Volunteer coordination

Financial record keeping

Tools

Google Workspace

Manage My Market

Square

Canva

Job description

Memphis Farmers Market in Downtown Memphis seeks a resourceful leader to oversee operations, partnerships, and long-term sustainability. The role focuses on Saturday market execution, vendor relations, and community programming.

The position offers annual gross compensation of $48,000 and requires availability for Saturday markets and occasional evenings; team collaboration with the Board is emphasized.