Employer is located in SW suburbs and offers Data Mining, Analysis, Campaign Execution, and Packaged-Goods Marketing to the best companies in the Twin Cities and beyond.
A strong Sr. level Database Marketing Manager for a FTE perm position is sought to assist in executing database driven, multi-channel, direct campaigns, and marketing programs.
Duties will include:
-Manage strategy development, planning, set-up, execution and analysis of marketing campaigns.
-Analyze customer/prospect data to create ways to leverage information for targeting & messaging.
-Analyze third party research and insights to create new ways to leverage targeting & messaging.
-Manage team to execute campaigns on time & budget (including data and creative resources).
Ideal candidate will have exp. with marketing automation tools and Microsoft Office tools. Project Management and Marketing Operations exp. are big pluses.
Contact me directly for more info:
Mike Reitz
952-465-0157
mreitz@targetitresources.com
Thursday, October 29, 2009
OPPORTUNITY/contract: Ross Enterprises (formerly iRenaissance) ERP Resource
Employer is located in the Western Suburbs (inner ring) and seeks a contract Ross Enterprises (formerly iRenaissance) ERP resource that can perform installation, config., support, and end user training.
Ross Enterprises is a mid-market manufacturing solution and is part of the CDC suite of products.
Initial engagement is approx. 2 months with part-time support ongoing in the future.
Employer is currently upgrading version and needs a "been there, done that" resource to facilitate.
Out of town resources are welcome.
Contact Mike at 952-465-0157 for further detail or to be considered.
Ross Enterprises is a mid-market manufacturing solution and is part of the CDC suite of products.
Initial engagement is approx. 2 months with part-time support ongoing in the future.
Employer is currently upgrading version and needs a "been there, done that" resource to facilitate.
Out of town resources are welcome.
Contact Mike at 952-465-0157 for further detail or to be considered.
Tuesday, October 27, 2009
OPPORTUNITY/contract: Siebel Analyst
*This opportunity is a part-time contract that can be worked off hours and remotely!
A strong Siebel Analyst is needed immediately. Experience in Call Center and Sales & Marketing modules preferred.
The employer is looking for a resource that is primarily functional/analytical in nature.
Expected start date is 11/16/09.
Contact me immediately for further detail and consideration.
-Mike
952-465-0157
A strong Siebel Analyst is needed immediately. Experience in Call Center and Sales & Marketing modules preferred.
The employer is looking for a resource that is primarily functional/analytical in nature.
Expected start date is 11/16/09.
Contact me immediately for further detail and consideration.
-Mike
952-465-0157
Thursday, October 22, 2009
OPPORTUNITIES/perm: Sr. Project Managers (mech. eng., hardware, software)
Today's economy hasn't caused this employer to skip a beat from a growth perspective. As a matter of fact, they expect expansion at an even higher clip going into 2010.
This is a "right place, right time" opportunity for two Sr. Project Managers in the SW suburbs.
The employer is looking for two solid Project Managers to run cross functional teams including Software, Hardware, and Mechanical.
Top notch communication skills and a relevant track record is a must.
A PMI certification and experience with MS Project and/or MS EPM is a big plus.
Interested parties are encouraged to submit resume and reach out directly to discuss further.
-Mike
952-465-0157
mreitz@targetitresources.com
This is a "right place, right time" opportunity for two Sr. Project Managers in the SW suburbs.
The employer is looking for two solid Project Managers to run cross functional teams including Software, Hardware, and Mechanical.
Top notch communication skills and a relevant track record is a must.
A PMI certification and experience with MS Project and/or MS EPM is a big plus.
Interested parties are encouraged to submit resume and reach out directly to discuss further.
-Mike
952-465-0157
mreitz@targetitresources.com
Wednesday, October 14, 2009
OPPORTUNITIES/perm: Web Content Management Sales Engineers (Sr., mid, Jr level)
A rapidly expanding business located in the Western suburbs (inside 494 loop) is looking for strong Sr., mid, and Jr. level Sales Engineers for web content management solutions.
SEs will design, develop, and integrate web content, document, digital asset, and records managment solutions based on Oracle Universal Content Management products (formerly Stellent). Technologies will focus primarily on J2EE but also include .net, XML/XSLT, HTML/CSS, Javascript. Additionally, experience with SQL Server and Oracle databases as well as IIS, Apache, and Tomcat web servers is important.
Specific experience with Oracle UCM is preferred but not necessary, however, experience with a combination of much of the underlying technologies in a web content management environment is required.
Qualified individuals must have experience interfacing with customers and must have college degree.
Interested parties are urged to contact me right away to set up preliminary interviews. Interviews are currently underway and the company would like to hire as soon as possible.
-Mike
952-465-0157
SEs will design, develop, and integrate web content, document, digital asset, and records managment solutions based on Oracle Universal Content Management products (formerly Stellent). Technologies will focus primarily on J2EE but also include .net, XML/XSLT, HTML/CSS, Javascript. Additionally, experience with SQL Server and Oracle databases as well as IIS, Apache, and Tomcat web servers is important.
Specific experience with Oracle UCM is preferred but not necessary, however, experience with a combination of much of the underlying technologies in a web content management environment is required.
Qualified individuals must have experience interfacing with customers and must have college degree.
Interested parties are urged to contact me right away to set up preliminary interviews. Interviews are currently underway and the company would like to hire as soon as possible.
-Mike
952-465-0157
Saturday, October 3, 2009
INTERVIEW PREP: Spinning Positive
Ever been in an interview where the line of questioning starts to focus on a skill set that you have little or no experience with? Have you ever wondered how you can turn that potential negative into a positive?
If so, read on.
There's a three step process I've developed called "Spinning Positive". If this method is utilized properly it will greatly increase your odds of advancing in the interview process.
Let's start with an example: The employer is looking for a resource with Windows, UNIX, and Linux admin. experience. Your experience with Windows and UNIX is deep but you're a little light with Linux. As the interview progresses you're asked about your Linux experience.
1. BE HONEST. When you've conducted as many interviews as I and your interviewer has, you develop the ability to sense individuals that are being less than truthful. Being less than truthful takes many forms, one being elusiveness in answering questions. Another being presenting yourself as a stronger resource than you really are. Sometimes this is a bluff or sometimes candidates "don't know what they don't know". Either way this can turn ugly with further questioning and can reveal that the "king has no clothes". When that happens you're sunk. Lastly, "I can learn it/learn anything" is the most common response and shows a lack of preparation, original thought, and respect for the interviewer's time.
Don't insult their intelligence. Being honest not only shows integrity and establishes credibility; it implies that you're someone that's earnest and can be taught, coached, led, you name it.
Let's apply to our example:
Interviewer: "What version of Linux do you have experience with"
You: "I have light experience with Linux Redhat"
2. SPIN IT. At this point we want to present ourselves as the next best thing to someone that has the skill in question. The way we do this is by showing a great interest and willingness to learn new skills and take on greater responsibility. Show confidence but be humble! We also enhance this effect by communicating to the interviewer that the opportunity represents a crucial component of your "big picture" career goals. This will endear yourself to them.
Here's an example:
You: "Although I don't have deep Linux experience, it's a part of my repertoire that I've been looking to improve upon for quite some time. My current position has enabled me to grow in many ways but unfortunately hasn't offered growth in the Linux realm. The fact that Linux is such an important part of the mix within your organization is one of the big reasons I'm so excited about being considered. I feel I can bring a lot of value to the table for (employer name) and also feel that (employer name) benefits me regarding what I'm trying to accomplish in my career. I'm excited to be considered.
Interviewer: "Great! We're very interested in dedicated people. Satisfied resources are more productive and stay with us longer"
3. TALK IT UP. Now that you've established integrity and credibility by being honest and have explained the importance of the opportunity as it pertains to your career path, you can "talk up" the experience you do have and not come off like you're full of hot air.
Back to our example:
You: "My main focus was Windows boxes but whenever our Linux resource was out or on vacation, I was the one that was primarily responsible for the Linux technologies. I've also created my own Linux box at home......"
Get the picture? Now you can brag a bit and it's okay because you've set the stage for it to be received well.
Let's put all the pieces together in our example:
Interviewer: "What versions of Linux do you have experience with?"
You: 1. (honesty) "I have light experience with Linux Redhat 2. (spin it) but I'd like to share with you that although my experience in that regard isn't deep, it is a part of my game that I've been looking to grow for quite some time. Matter of fact it's one of the reasons I've been so excited about being considered by (employer's name). I see this position as fitting with what I'm trying to accomplish in my greater career. I feel I can bring value to the table but also feel that this position brings a lot to the table for me as well so I think it could be a win/win.
Interviewer: "Great, we're looking for resources that can contribute and be excited about coming into work everyday".
You: 3. (talk it up) "Yes, liking what you do is important. I'm not my employer's Linux guru, but I am the go-to guy for those systems when our primary resource is out or on vacation. I made it clear to the team lead that if the opportunity presented itself, I'd like to take on more responsibility with our Linux technologies. I even set up a proof of concept Linux box at home to learn the ropes on my own so I'm very confident with the technology"
This technique is extremely powerful!
When I started as an IT recruiter, my boss said to me "all tech guys are liars". While he was being a bit over the top in his analysis, I quickly found out through interviewing hundreds of individuals that he was right regarding a good portion of those I spoke with.
The individuals that shot straight with me always left the best impressions and as a result got more exposure with our clientele.
Be honest, spin it, and talk it up! You'll walk away a much stronger candidate in the interviewer's eyes.
-Mike Reitz
If so, read on.
There's a three step process I've developed called "Spinning Positive". If this method is utilized properly it will greatly increase your odds of advancing in the interview process.
Let's start with an example: The employer is looking for a resource with Windows, UNIX, and Linux admin. experience. Your experience with Windows and UNIX is deep but you're a little light with Linux. As the interview progresses you're asked about your Linux experience.
1. BE HONEST. When you've conducted as many interviews as I and your interviewer has, you develop the ability to sense individuals that are being less than truthful. Being less than truthful takes many forms, one being elusiveness in answering questions. Another being presenting yourself as a stronger resource than you really are. Sometimes this is a bluff or sometimes candidates "don't know what they don't know". Either way this can turn ugly with further questioning and can reveal that the "king has no clothes". When that happens you're sunk. Lastly, "I can learn it/learn anything" is the most common response and shows a lack of preparation, original thought, and respect for the interviewer's time.
Don't insult their intelligence. Being honest not only shows integrity and establishes credibility; it implies that you're someone that's earnest and can be taught, coached, led, you name it.
Let's apply to our example:
Interviewer: "What version of Linux do you have experience with"
You: "I have light experience with Linux Redhat"
2. SPIN IT. At this point we want to present ourselves as the next best thing to someone that has the skill in question. The way we do this is by showing a great interest and willingness to learn new skills and take on greater responsibility. Show confidence but be humble! We also enhance this effect by communicating to the interviewer that the opportunity represents a crucial component of your "big picture" career goals. This will endear yourself to them.
Here's an example:
You: "Although I don't have deep Linux experience, it's a part of my repertoire that I've been looking to improve upon for quite some time. My current position has enabled me to grow in many ways but unfortunately hasn't offered growth in the Linux realm. The fact that Linux is such an important part of the mix within your organization is one of the big reasons I'm so excited about being considered. I feel I can bring a lot of value to the table for (employer name) and also feel that (employer name) benefits me regarding what I'm trying to accomplish in my career. I'm excited to be considered.
Interviewer: "Great! We're very interested in dedicated people. Satisfied resources are more productive and stay with us longer"
3. TALK IT UP. Now that you've established integrity and credibility by being honest and have explained the importance of the opportunity as it pertains to your career path, you can "talk up" the experience you do have and not come off like you're full of hot air.
Back to our example:
You: "My main focus was Windows boxes but whenever our Linux resource was out or on vacation, I was the one that was primarily responsible for the Linux technologies. I've also created my own Linux box at home......"
Get the picture? Now you can brag a bit and it's okay because you've set the stage for it to be received well.
Let's put all the pieces together in our example:
Interviewer: "What versions of Linux do you have experience with?"
You: 1. (honesty) "I have light experience with Linux Redhat 2. (spin it) but I'd like to share with you that although my experience in that regard isn't deep, it is a part of my game that I've been looking to grow for quite some time. Matter of fact it's one of the reasons I've been so excited about being considered by (employer's name). I see this position as fitting with what I'm trying to accomplish in my greater career. I feel I can bring value to the table but also feel that this position brings a lot to the table for me as well so I think it could be a win/win.
Interviewer: "Great, we're looking for resources that can contribute and be excited about coming into work everyday".
You: 3. (talk it up) "Yes, liking what you do is important. I'm not my employer's Linux guru, but I am the go-to guy for those systems when our primary resource is out or on vacation. I made it clear to the team lead that if the opportunity presented itself, I'd like to take on more responsibility with our Linux technologies. I even set up a proof of concept Linux box at home to learn the ropes on my own so I'm very confident with the technology"
This technique is extremely powerful!
When I started as an IT recruiter, my boss said to me "all tech guys are liars". While he was being a bit over the top in his analysis, I quickly found out through interviewing hundreds of individuals that he was right regarding a good portion of those I spoke with.
The individuals that shot straight with me always left the best impressions and as a result got more exposure with our clientele.
Be honest, spin it, and talk it up! You'll walk away a much stronger candidate in the interviewer's eyes.
-Mike Reitz
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