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Cascade Dafo

Cascade Dafo, the industry leader in manufacturing pediatric lower extremity orthoses, is looking for a full-time Business Development / Events Associate to work closely with the Business Development Manager and Director to support the growth of new and existing customers in North America. The Business Development Associate works to build and enhance Cascade Dafo customer relationships and is critical to fulfilling our mission of serving more kids.

Responsibilities

 Take primary responsibility for coordinating logistics and setup for 8-10 tradeshow conferences per year

 Assist with coordination and planning for nationwide continuing education events

 Assist with event advertising and promotion through a variety of media channels

 Assist in the growth of current and new customers in the United States and Canada

 Conduct market research and gather customer information

 In-person, e-mail and phone correspondence with customers

 Support of education programs at workshops and tradeshows

 Help maintain and grow customer database

 Create, analyze and maintain sales and marketing reports

Desired Skills/ Experience

 Bachelor’s degree in business administration, marketing or a related field; or equivalent experience

 1 to 4 years marketing/business development experience

 Must be willing to travel approximately 6 to 8 times per year for 4-5 days at a time

 Strong reporting and analytical skills

 Strong work ethic; self-motivated

 Ability to work both independently and in a dynamic team environment

 Professional demeanor and engaging personality

 Exceptional verbal and written communication skills

 Must be attentive to detail and have good time management skills

 Proficient in all Microsoft applications, including Microsoft CRM

 Committed to fulfilling the overall company goal of improving pediatric patient mobility

 Strong customer service, customer relationship building skills

Compensation

 Competitive salary, depending on experience

 Comprehensive benefits packages including medical, dental, vision, life, disability and paid time off

 Great work environment with wonderful staff committed to making a difference and helping kids lead healthier, happier lives.

How to Apply

1. Fill out an application

Download from our website: http://www.dafo.com/about/careers/ or pick one up at our facility

2. Send it back to us along with your resume and cover letter email, fax, or mail:

Human Resources