UCR University Extension

On-the-job Training

• Develop detailed project plans.
  • Develop or update project plans including information such as objectives, technologies, schedules, funding, and staffing.
  • Propose, review, or approve modifications to project plans.
• Hours
• Manage Projects or System Activities
  • Monitor project milestones and deliverables.
• Participate in staffing decisions.
  • Identify or review vendors or consultants to meet project needs.
  • Assign duties or responsibilities to project personnel.
• Collaborate with others to resolve project issues.
  • Confer with project personnel to identify and resolve problems.
• Coordinate resource procurement activities.
  • Negotiate with project stakeholders or suppliers to obtain resources or materials.
• Develop operating strategies, plans, or procedures.
  • Assist in growing new brands
  • Assist in developing new items
  • Attend Conferences, Meetings and industry events
  • Plan, schedule, or coordinate project activities to meet deadlines.
• Discuss business strategies, practices, or policies with managers.
  • Communicate with key stakeholders to determine project requirements and objectives.
• Gather organizational performance information.
  • Request and review project updates to ensure deadlines are met.
• Manage Business Development Activities
  • Contact potential clients to establish rapport and arrange meetings.
  • Plan and oversee new marketing initiatives.
• Manage operations, research, or logistics projects.
  • Monitor project milestones and deliverables.
• Monitor flow of cash or other resources.
  • Monitor costs incurred by project staff to identify budget issues.
• Prepare financial documents, reports, or budgets.
  • Prepare and submit budget estimates, progress reports, or cost tracking reports.
• Prepare operational reports or records.
  • Produce and distribute project documents.
• Prepare sales or technical reports or presentations
  • Develop quotes and proposals for clients.
  • Create project status presentations for delivery to customers or project personnel.
• Present work to clients for approval.
  • Find and develop new markets and improve sales.
  • Submit project deliverables to clients, ensuring adherence to quality standards.
• Report information to managers or other personnel.
  • Report project status, such as budget, resources, technical issues, or customer satisfaction, to managers.
• Select resources needed to accomplish tasks.
  • Develop goals for the development team and business growth and ensure they are met.
  • Identify project needs such as resources, staff, or finances by reviewing project objectives and schedules.
• Supervise personnel.
  • Train personnel and help team members develop their skills.
  • Monitor the performance of project team members to provide performance feedback.
• Coordinate Resource Procurement Activities
  • Request and gather quotes for raw materials, packaging, supplies for new, on-going and current projects.
  • Comparing quotes and pricing to secure the best rates for raw material, whilst keeping lead time in mind.
  • Staying Organized and working with Accounting on Invoicing/AP as needed