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- Employment type
- Volunteer
- Experience level
- Entry, Junior · 0+ years
- Posting language
- English
- Working hours
- 10 hours per week
Job summary
The VP Logistics will plan and coordinate all UBC Sales flagship events, including the Sales Mentorship Program and Sales Pitch Competition. Responsibilities include managing venue logistics, event schedules, participant coordination, and day-of execution.
Job details
The UBC Sales Association is committed to building a strong student sales ecosystem on campus. We connect students with experienced professionals, run hands-on training events, and deliver high-impact programs such as the Sales Mentorship Program (SMP), Sales Pitch Competition (SPC) and learning/networking workshops. The VP Logistics (x2) work together as peer partners to jointly plan and execute all UBC Sales flagship events, from the Sales Mentorship Program (SMP) to the Sales Pitch Competition (SPC). \n Time Commitment Approximately 5-10 hours per week, with responsibilities divided between the two VP Logistics. Additional commitment may be required immediately before and during major events, particularly the Sales Pitch Competition. Expected to attend executive meetings and UBC Sales events when available. Term of Employment September 2026 - April 2027 Main Responsibilities Plan and coordinate logistics for UBC Sales events and programs throughout the year. Take a leading role in organizing the Sales Pitch Competition (SPC), including venue, event schedule, competition flow, participant and judge logistics, materials, food, setup, and day-of execution. Coordinate logistical needs for the Sales Mentorship Program (SMP), including workshops and networking opportunities. Organize logistics for UBC Sales' three smaller learning and networking events. Manage room bookings, event materials, schedules, checklists, and other operational requirements. Help develop event timelines and ensure logistical deadlines are met. Support day-of event setup, execution, troubleshooting, and cleanup. Collaborate with External and Marketing to coordinate speakers, sponsors, judges, attendees, and event communications. Qualifications Highly organized, dependable, and detail-oriented. Strong time-management and planning skills. Able to manage multiple moving pieces and meet deadlines. Comfortable problem-solving and adapting when plans change. Works well collaboratively and communicates effectively with team members. Previous event planning, project management, or logistics experience is an asset, but not required. \n Submit the following information no later than September 18th 2026, at 10:00 PM PST: A one-page resume outlining your most relevant experiences A one-page cover letter describing: Why you want to join UBC Sales Your views and personal experiences relevant to UBC Sales and your role Other information you think necessary to include Please save the single PDF document using the naming convention: VP_Logistics_Lastname_Firstname.pdf Please contact Andee Achacoso and Julie Wang, UBC Sales Association Co-Presidents, at andee.achacoso@cus.ca and julie.wang@cus.ca if you have any additional questions or concerns.
What you’ll do
The VP Logistics will plan and coordinate all UBC Sales flagship events, including the Sales Mentorship Program and Sales Pitch Competition. Responsibilities include managing venue logistics, event schedules, participant coordination, and day-of execution.
Requirements
Candidates should be highly organized, dependable, and detail-oriented with strong time-management skills. Previous experience in event planning or project management is considered an asset but is not required.
Listed skills
- Project management · Preferred
- Time management · Preferred
- Problem solving · Preferred
- Communication · Preferred
- Collaboration · Preferred
- Organization · Preferred
- Detail-oriented · Preferred
- scheduling · Preferred
Other relevant skills
Identified from the job description. Confirm important requirements above.
- Event planning
- Logistics management
- Project management
- Time management
- Problem-solving
- Communication
- Collaboration
- Organization
- Detail-oriented
- Scheduling
- Operational planning
- Ability To Meet Deadlines
- Planning
- Logistics
- Event Planning
- Sales
- Marketing
- Problem Solving
- Project Management
- Mentorship
- Sales Presentations
- Statistical Process Controls
- Time Management
- Timelines
- Troubleshooting (Problem Solving)
- Detail Oriented
Job areas
- Management & Leadership
- Logistics
- Sales
- Education
- Vice President of Logistics
- Event Planner
- Conference and Event Planners
- Meeting, Convention, and Event Planners
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