Blood Drive Event Planner - Quick Hire!

The Blood Connection is a leading non-profit organization dedicated to saving lives through the collection, processing, and distribution of blood and blood products. Operating in multiple communities, the organization plays a critical role in supporting hospitals and healthcare facilities with a reliable supply of blood needed for surgeries, treatments, and emergencies. With a mission focused on community service, health education, and donor recruitment, The Blood Connection fosters strong relationships with individuals, businesses, and organizations to encourage regular blood donations and ensure patients receive lifesaving care. The company prides itself on a team-oriented environment that values proactive engagement, innovation in donor recruitment, and dedication to public health. The Account Manager position within The Blood Connection’s Donor Resources Department is a pivotal role dedicated to managing and expanding blood drive accounts within a designated territory. This role is tasked with not only meeting but exceeding collection goals by effectively managing existing sponsors and identifying new potential donors. The Account Manager must work closely with the Donor Resources management team to align territories with divisional needs and to optimize resource allocation. Key responsibilities include personalized support to blood drive coordinators through detailed planning, marketing, and communication efforts, ensuring a seamless donor experience. The Account Manager employs varied recruitment tactics, encourages creative donor campaigns, and utilizes the full range of marketing tools available to maximize blood drive participation. Exceptional organizational skills are essential for strategic planning of blood drives, meeting coordination, and tracking donor involvement. Additionally, this role involves community education and outreach, reflecting The Blood Connection’s commitment to raising awareness about the importance of blood donation. The Account Manager participates in health fairs, community events, and presentations to advocate the organization's mission. This position also requires strong interpersonal skills to build and maintain effective relationships with sponsors, donors, and colleagues across multiple levels and diverse backgrounds. This employment opportunity offers a full-time position with comprehensive benefits, including a competitive 401k retirement plan, health insurance (medical, vision, and dental), tuition reimbursement, and paid time off accrual that can be used flexibly or cashed out. The Blood Connection also provides short and long-term disability coverage, an employee assistance program, and life insurance, supporting the well-being and security of its employees. Overall, the Account Manager role at The Blood Connection is ideal for candidates passionate about community health, skilled in sales and marketing, and seeking a dynamic career dedicated to service and impact within the healthcare sector.

• College degree preferred
• outside sales and/or marketing experience of 2 years preferred or related experience
• public speaking ability to sell The Blood Connection to all groups in the community by carrying out message of community service and the necessity of participation and support
• experience with Microsoft Office including PowerPoint, Excel, and Word
• valid driver’s license with no major infractions and dependable transportation
• ability to communicate effectively, tactfully, and courteously to patrons, donors, sponsors, and co-workers
• ability to organize and prioritize workload and meet deadlines
• excellent analytical, organizational, interpersonal, verbal, and written communications skills
• strong computer skills
• ability to work with all levels and in a diverse work environment
• ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with staff, management, and peers