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About the Company Our values start with our people, join a team that values you! We are the nation's largest off-price retailer with over 2,000 stores, and a strong track record of success and growth. Our focus has always been bringing our customers a constant stream of high-quality brands and on-trend merchandise at extraordinary savings. All while providing a fun and exciting treasure hunt experience. As Part Of Our Team, You Will Experience: Success. Our winning team pursues excellence while learning and evolving. Career growth. We develop industry leading talent because Ross grows when our people grow. Teamwork. We work together to solve the hard problems and find the right solution. Our commitment to Diversity, Equity & Inclusion, and our community. We celebrate the backgrounds, identities, and ideas of those who work and shop with us because our differences make us stronger. We strive to be a positive force in our community. Our Corporate headquarters are in Dublin, CA, we have 3 buying offices in key markets in New York City, Los Angeles, and Boston, and 8 distribution centers nationwide. With 2023 revenues of $20.4 billion, we are a Fortune 500 company who is committed to providing an inclusive work environment with continuous learning opportunities and development for our teams. About the Role The IT Strategic Sourcing Manager will execute sourcing projects that accomplish the goals of both the organization and the IT business units they support, striving to optimize Total Cost of Ownership while creating efficiencies. This person will be responsible for leading IT strategic sourcing projects from start-to-finish, including process steps such as vendor research, category/market research, market index analysis, data analysis, baseline development, RFP development, competitive bid strategy/management, negotiations, offer analysis and scenario development. This role will also be involved in post-bid management, which includes activities such as spend analysis and vendor management. He / she will manage multiple projects at a time, as well as support ad-hoc IT sourcing inquiries. Strong sourcing strategy, project management, and communications are key in this role as this person will be interacting with many Ross employees, departments, locations and vendors to facilitate cross-functional IT Sourcing activities and support other company-wide initiatives. Responsibilities Drive IT Sourcing Strategy and Process Execution Manage IT sourcing process with minimal support, start-to-finish, for simple to medium complexity projects (to include market research, sourcing strategy, RFX / event development, negotiations, management of communications, and stakeholder involvement, etc.) Develop category and negotiation strategies that drive savings or business transformation through thought leadership and industry expertise Build and maintain stakeholder relationships typically at the Director and VP level based on transparency and mutual benefit Partner with the IT organization for relationship management activities and contributes to business reviews and QBRs to maximize value from suppliers. Lead planning and ideation sessions and effectively influence stakeholders bringing new and innovative ideas Collaborate with IT portfolio owners to drive establishment and execution of Renewals and Maintenance Program strategy Conduct detailed market and IT vendor research to communicate these findings through meaningful research summaries Develop and manage IT sourcing project timelines and lead cross-functional working sessions and leadership meetings to drive key decisions. Analyze vendor bid responses (quantitatively and qualitatively) and round to round movement uncovering insights to influence sourcing strategy Facilitate the development of award scenarios and recommendations for stakeholder evaluation, consideration and decision-making Contract Development and Management Review contracts and spend to assess potential IT sourcing opportunities Meet with IT Contract Owners / IT Contracts Coordinator / Legal to follow-up on concerns relating to IT RFPs / sourcing projects Provide guidance on contract negotiations through collaborative approach with IT stakeholders Ad-Hoc Analysis and Project Support Assist in driving continuous process improvement initiatives, and adherence to policies and procedures Able to develop PowerPoint presentations for internal stakeholder communications / updates, also review other team members' deliverables Support additional duties as assigned Qualifications BA/BS in Business, Economics, Finance/Accounting, Engineering, or Computer Science MBA/JD/MS/ME preferred Minimum of 5 years IT strategic sourcing experience. Multiple IT sourcing category experience required. Consulting experience preferred; experience in retail is a plus Cross-functional team leadership Project Management Vendor Management Contract writing and management experience preferred Strong Excel and PowerPoint skills Experience using e-sourcing tools for RFx processes, analysis, and/or optimization is a plus Experience in working with raw material / market indices Must have a data driven approach to solving problems Requires very strong quantitative skills and a good sense of how to dissect problems Must have very close attention to details and the drive to get things right with minimal supervision Ability to multi-task, prioritize, work independently and keep a high level of focus Must be able to listen, understand, and communicate with employees at all levels of the company Needs to be able to build effective working relationships within Ross Pay range and compensation package The base salary range for this role is $105,600 - $161,100. The base salary range is dependent on factors including, but not limited to, experience, skills, qualifications, relevant education, certifications, seniority, and location. The range listed is just one component of the total compensation package for employees. Other rewards vary by position and location. Equal Opportunity Statement DISCLAIMER: This job description is a summary of the primary duties and responsibilities of the job and position. It is not intended to be a comprehensive or all-inclusive listing of duties and responsibilities. Contents are subject to change at management's discretion. Ross is an equal employment opportunity employer. We consider individuals for employment or promotion according to their skills, abilities and experience. We believe that it is an essential part of the Company's overall commitment to attract, hire and develop a strong, talented and diverse workforce. Ross

A leading financial technology firm based in San Francisco is seeking a Principal Product Manager for Risk & Compliance to drive the vision and roadmap for compliance products. This role requires extensive experience in product management related to risk and compliance within the fintech sector. You will collaborate with various teams to ensure regulatory adherence while innovating customer-friendly solutions. The position offers a competitive salary, equity options, and a flexible working environment. #J-18808-Ljbffr

About the Role We are excited to be adding a Demand Planner to the Ariat team that will be responsible for building and executing accurate demand and inventory plans that drive sales, margin, and an exceptional customer experience. This role partners closely with cross-functional teams to ensure product availability aligns with merchandising, marketing, sales, and financial strategies-ensuring the right products are in the right place, in the right quantities, at the right time. You'll Make a Difference By Forecasting Demand Planning: Creating and maintaining style-, color-, and size-level demand forecasts for footwear and apparel across wholesale partners. Leveraging historical sales data, marketing, and merchandising inputs to project demand. Participating in weekly and monthly forecast reviews and aligning updates with cross-functional partners. Managing Inventory & Availability: Monitoring in-stock rates, weeks of supply, and inventory health across key styles and categories. Flagging potential stockouts, oversells, and excess inventory; recommending proactive reflows or pulls. Collaborating with Supply Planning and Distribution Center teams to ensure timely flow of product. Maintaining Sales & Promo Alignment: Partnering with Merchandising and Marketing to plan for new product launches and replenishment planning. Analyzing promotional lift and post-event performance to inform future forecast accuracy. Providing Reporting & Analysis: Providing weekly business recaps and sell-through reports by category and product. Supporting hindsight reviews and seasonal planning by summarizing performance trends. Using tools such as Excel, Tableau, and ERP/forecasting systems. Collaborating Cross-Functionally: Working closely with merchandising, marketing, sales, customer service, and fulfillment teams to align plans with execution. Serving as the day-to-day point of contact for inventory and forecast needs specific to wholesale accounts. About You Bachelor's degree in Business, Economics, Supply Chain, Merchandising, Analytics, or related field. 2+ years of experience in demand planning (apparel or footwear preferred). Strong proficiency in MS Excel and data analysis skills; experience with forecasting/planning tools a plus. Detail-oriented with strong organizational and communication skills. Works well with multiple cross-functional partners, comfortable in sharing your recommendation with confidence while being open to all perspectives. A self-starter who takes the initiative and is flexible and adaptive to changing priorities. About Ariat Ariat is an innovative, outdoor global brand with roots in equestrian performance. We develop high-quality footwear and apparel for people who ride, work, and play outdoors, and care about performance, quality, comfort, and style. The pay range for this position is $43.00-$48.00 per hour. The salary is determined by the education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities of the applicant, internal equity, and alignment with market data for geographic locations. Ariat in good faith believes that this posted compensation range is accurate for this role at this location at the time of this posting. This range may be modified in the future. This contract position may be eligible for select benefits through the payrolling agency. Benefits may include medical, dental, and vision insurance options and 401k. Ariat will consider qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with state and local laws. Ariat is an Equal Opportunity Employer and considers applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetics or any other basis protected under federal, state, or local law. Ariat is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to candidates with disabilities. If you need an accommodation during the application process, email *************************. Please see our Employment Candidate Privacy Policy at ********************* to learn more about how we collect, use, retain and disclose Personal Information. Please note that Ariat does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or employment agencies. In the absence of a signed Agreement, Ariat will not consider or agree to payment of any referral compensation or recruiter/agency placement fee. In the event a recruiter or agency submits a resume or candidate without a previously signed Agreement, Ariat explicitly reserves the right to pursue and hire those candidate(s) without any financial obligation to the recruiter or agency. Any unsolicited resumes, including those submitted directly to hiring managers, are deemed to be the property of Ariat.

A leading technology infrastructure firm is seeking a Sourcing Manager for their San Francisco office. In this role, you will develop sourcing strategies for compute and networking equipment, manage supplier relationships, and oversee contract negotiations. The ideal candidate has a Bachelor's degree and over 5 years of experience in sourcing within tech environments. This position offers a competitive total compensation package ranging from $150,000 to $200,000, alongside generous health benefits and PTO. #J-18808-Ljbffr

Sourcing Manager - Furniture SAUSALITO, CA (hybrid) Serena & Lily is seeking a Sourcing Manager, Furniture to join the Sourcing team in Sausalito, CA. This role will report to the Director of Sourcing. The ideal candidate is an experienced individual who has strong knowledge of Furniture in sourcing, production, and product development.This role is responsible for managing the end-to-end procurement process for all Furniture products. The individual will work closely with product development, merchandising and planning teams to meet company objectives while maintaining a strong focus on cost efficiency, and quality. Each day can range from small tasks to building large strategies for this role. RESPONSIBILITIES: Serve as primary contact to Agents/Vendors in Furniture. Vendors range from overseas to domestic importers. This includes identifying suppliers, negotiating contracts, managing supplier relationships, and ensuring the timely, cost-effective delivery of high-quality products. Optimize sourcing procedures to attain maximum efficiency. Manage Calendar & timelines with cross-functional teams and vendors/agents to ensure on-time deliveries. Close working partnership with Design, Merchandising, Planning, DC, and Quality & Compliance. PRESOURCING & STRATEGY Evaluate current supplier portfolio and introduce new suppliers to balance the sourcing matrix with strategic goals for growth. Identify, cultivate and maintain new and existing supplier relationships both domestically and internationally. Work with the design team during the initial development process to identify region or vendors for requested materials, finishes and products in the assigned product categories. Direct the sampling process by identifying markets to cost and sample. Executes and advises on vendor strategies to support design and merchandising strategies (including vendor allocation). Identify potential product in the assigned categories that present opportunities in new markets Responsible for identifying and tracking vendor capabilities, including: Innovation in design and production (materials and techniques), quality, core competency, capacity, speed to market. Develop strategies to reduce core production lead times and increase speed to market. PRODUCT DEVELOPMENT Allocate designs to appropriate sources with support growth strategies Develop and monitor pre-production activities (sample development, quotes, packaging, etc) to ensure all are completed in a timely manner. Negotiates favorable costs based on targets provided by Merchant team and effectively ensuring design and materials are aligned to either hit first cost target or make adjustments based on design and material direction. Strong collaboration with merchants and design. Identifying opportunities for improving design execution, quality and cost. Strategically source, allocate and negotiate cost and deliveries. Improve IMU and reduce lead times. Improve vendor reliability through the management of vendor performance - provides feedback to suppliers on their performance. Work with vendors & internal teams on solutions for quality issues and production delays. CAPACITY Share major updates or changes from assortment strategies or adoptions that would affect the markets & allocation strategy. Troubleshoot capacity issues and develop long term capacity planning strategies. Assess and analyze vendor capacities and partner with planning teams to utilize projections and forecasts. QUALITY Troubleshoot seasonal product issues related to development, production and/or delivery in assigned categories. Work closely with internal teams on reviewing returns-develop plans for damage or quality issue reductions. Identify inferior quality source and chargeback. Develop relationships with QA partners internally and internationally. Work closely with vendors and agents to track necessary product and package testing. Ensure standards are met for packaging and product testing. LEADERSHIP Act as a change agent, driving the adoption of new processes and systems to enhance sourcing capabilities. Lead efforts to establish the sourcing function within the organization, including setting goals, defining metrics, and reporting on performance. Mentor and guide junior team members, providing training and support as needed. REQUIREMENTS: A minimum of 5 years in a Furniture Sourcing, Product Development, or Production Role Intermediate to advanced understanding of manufacturing processes for Furniture category Strong knowledge of product testing requirements for Furniture Understanding of raw materials properties, wood, metals, and finishes required Strong capacity planning and production management Knowledge of product packaging and product testing Logistics and supply chain management and coordination experience Effective communicator with internal and external parties, must have the ability to work in/with cross functional teams Proactive approach to problem solving, adapt quickly to changes Demonstrates high level of organization and can quickly reprioritize based on the needs of the business Detail oriented and driven by deadlines and high sense of urgency Ability to manage small and large tasks Ability to manage to the master calendar Excellent communication skills Strong Negotiating skills Strong financial reporting and quantitative analysis skills Must be willing to accommodate off hours/overseas meetings Strong reading, written and verbal language skills (English) College Degree required Multi-cultural awareness and respect Hybrid work environment: 3 days in the office required, more if needed COMPENSATION: $110-140k per year is the anticipated starting base pay for this role. This range represents the low and high end of the anticipated base salary range for this role. The actual base pay is dependent upon many factors, such as: experience, education, and skills. Employees (and their families) are covered by medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance should they choose to participate in Serena & Lily's benefits. Employees can enroll in our company's 401k plan. During the first year of employment, full-time employees accrue twenty-one days of PTO and seven paid holidays throughout the year.

Piper Maddox have recently partnered with an exciting start-up with one mission - reducing the number of gas-powered vehicles and increasing the adoption of Electric Vehicles (EV) in the United States. Currently, we are looking for a Senior Buyer/ Planner to join the team. This person will be responsible for taking ownership of production scheduling and material flow. In this position, you will be tasked with a number of things including: Maintain and distribute the weekly production schedule, coordinating closely with Production, Warehouse, and Procurement teams to match labor, material, and capacity needs. Release Manufacturing Orders (MOs) and Work Orders (WOs) on a recurring schedule, ensuring all work centers and warehouse teams have what they need for kitting and picks. Work with Production and Warehouse teams to streamline material movement throughout WIP, ensuring efficient routing and minimal bottlenecks. Resolve planning challenges such as shortages, BOM inaccuracies, unplanned demand, and system-related issues before they impact operations. Partner with Procurement to conduct spot buys for urgent material needs and expedite critical components. Collaborate with Engineering and Procurement on ECOs, new product introductions, and sourcing timelines, ensuring materials are available for smooth transitions. Interface with Finance to support COGS accuracy, investigate production variances, and maintain clean WIP and finished-goods data. Continuously refine planning workflows, scheduling methods, and material movement processes based on real-time feedback and performance data. Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, Business Administration, or a related field. 4-6 years of experience in material planning, inventory control, production scheduling, or similar supply chain functions-preferably within a manufacturing environment. Strong understanding of supply chain fundamentals, inventory practices, and production planning methodologies. Proficiency in ERP/WMS systems, with experience contributing to upgrades, implementations, or system optimizations. Highly organized, detail-oriented, and capable of managing competing priorities in a dynamic environment. If this sounds like the kind of position you would like to be considered for, please follow the links and apply!

Stephen Silver Fine Jewelry, one of the Bay Area's premier luxury jewelers for over 40 years, is seeking an experienced GIA-Certified Buyer/Sourcer to join our elite team. This role is ideal for someone with at least 6 years of experience in the fine jewelry industry and deep expertise in gemstones, metals, fabrication, and quality evaluation. Location: Monday through Friday in the office in Menlo Park, CA What You'll Do Source and purchase gemstones, precious metals, and finished jewelry that meet our world-class standards. Evaluate authenticity, quality, and value using your GIA expertise. Build and maintain vendor partnerships, negotiate pricing, and manage procurement timelines. Align sourcing with design, production, and collection needs. Support inventory planning and quality control for incoming materials. Monitor market trends and identify exceptional sourcing opportunities. What We're Looking For GIA Certification required (Graduate Gemologist preferred). 6+ years experience in fine jewelry buying, sourcing, or procurement. Strong knowledge of gemstones, metals, craftsmanship, and global luxury standards. Excellent negotiation and vendor-management skills. High attention to detail, professionalism, and passion for rare gemstones and high jewelry. Why Work With Us Join a visionary, high-performing luxury jewelry house with incredible benefits, competitive compensation, and a culture rooted in innovation, growth, and craftsmanship.

Title: Project Coordinator - Specialist Duration: 13 weeks Pay Range: $38-$42 Identify and evaluate cost effective and efficient sources for supplies, equipment and services. Procure supplies, equipment and services using approved vendors. Research and recommend new supply/equipment/service suppliers as needed, and review recommendations with appropriate department(s). Perform order follow-up (expediting) to ensure timely delivery of orders to meet requestor's needs. Review and identify existing contracts, in conjunction with Department Director, for savings opportunities with primary GPO or other related contracting entities. Routinely meet with vendors in an effort to identify ways to reduce supply, equipment, and service costs. QUALIFICATIONS: A.A. degree or high school diploma, with additional studies in purchasing, accounting, marketing or sales. Eight (8) years minimum previous experience as a Buyer or Procurement Specialist for a healthcare organization. Medical product knowledge, and previous experience using on-line purchasing software, including some internet applications is required. Additional coursework in purchasing contracting and management, with a focus toward a Certificate in Purchasing Management or other related certification/degree is desirable.

Company One of the nation's largest Mechanical Contractors, delivering fully integrated solutions across design, construction, fabrication, and facilities management. As we continue to expand our capabilities and infrastructure, we're seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented Purchasing Agent to support our construction operations teams. This role plays a critical part in ensuring timely procurement of materials, accurate purchase orders, and consistent support to field operations including Project Managers, Project Engineers, and Foremen. The ideal candidate has experience working with mechanical contractors, plumbing wholesalers, or distributor-side purchasing, and is comfortable handling high-volume purchasing in a fast-paced construction environment. Key Responsibilities Purchasing & Procurement • Process daily material orders from field teams (PMs, PEs, and Foremen) • Create, issue, and manage multiple purchase orders weekly • Review and process material requisitions • Modify and update purchase orders as project needs change • Coordinate with vendors to ensure on-time delivery of materials Vendor & Material Management • Work closely with plumbing and construction vendors, examples: White Cap, PCS, Fastenal, or other plumbing wholesalers and distributors • Maintain strong vendor relationships to resolve shortages, backorders, and substitutions • Track pipe, valves, fittings, and other mechanical parts and pieces • Comfortable working with distributor-side and contractor-side purchasing environments Order Tracking & Reconciliation • Monitor and follow up on backorders • Review and resolve invoice discrepancies • Ensure pricing accuracy and proper documentation • Track rental equipment and submit monthly billing accurately and on time Operational Support • Serve as a key support function for field and operations teams • Act as an internal customer-service resource for project teams • Communicate clearly via email and phone with vendors and internal stakeholders • Maintain organized records and documentation for audits and reporting Qualifications & Experience Required / Preferred Experience • Minimum 2 years' experience with Purchasing, Buying, or related experience • Experience with mechanical, electrical, or general contractors strongly preferred, background on the distributor or plumbing wholesaler side, or familiarity with HVAC & plumbing materials and systems • Knowledge of construction environments and workflows • Experience with parts & materials such as pipe, valves, and fittings • Open to learning or supporting mechanical materials as needed Skills & Competencies • Highly organized with strong attention to detail • Able to handle high-volume purchasing in a fast-paced setting • Comfortable managing multiple priorities and deadlines • Strong communication and follow-up skills • Proficient in purchase order systems and standard office tools • Customer-service mindset with a focus on supporting field operations

You will be the “control tower”, take on a hands-on approach while building and running a large team of buyers and contract negotiators handling high volume, low risk sourcing. You will own playbooks, training, workflows, and SLA performance. Your work enables fast commercial execution so Strategic Sourcing and Legal stay focused on complex deals. We need someone who has led large buyer teams in technology companies and who is extremely organized, efficient, and able to partner calmly with demanding internal customers. In this role, you will Lead and manage a team of buyers and negotiators focused on quick turn, low risk commercial negotiations Serve as the command center for sourcing intake, triage, and prioritization Coach buyers and contractors on commercial structures, negotiation frameworks, and best practices Own resource allocation & pipeline health across sourcing workstreams Ensure full due diligence routing when needed including Legal, Security, Finance, Privacy, and Risk Build and enforce negotiation playbooks and commercial guardrails that allow standard deals to move quickly without Legal involvement Own intake triage and routing models, ensuring clean escalation paths for complex agreements Maintain dashboards & reporting for volume, throughput, quality, and cycle time Lead weekly stand-ups, syncs, and stakeholder communications Manage and optimize the contingent workforce model including contractor leads and bench coverage to scale efficiently Recruit, hire, train, and performance manage contingent staff with a focus on productivity, consistency, and SLA attainment Build and maintain dashboards and performance metrics such as cycle time, SLA attainment, resource utilization, and quality Maintain extreme organization in workflow sequencing, documentation, and stakeholder communication Lead continuous process improvement and automation work to reduce friction and increase throughput Partner closely with Strategic Sourcing Leads and cross functional teams to ensure diligence quality, alignment, and compliance Partner closely with Legal & Finance on deal velocity and compliance Handle select quick-turn negotiations and approvals as needed Provide excellent customer service to stakeholders including managing escalations and helping unblock urgent requests Conduct quality reviews on executed contracts and reinforce adherence to standards Provide routine operational reviews with insights, risks, and action plans You might thrive in this role if you Have managed a large buyer or sourcing delivery team with measurable output and SLA ownership Have successfully led intake / triage / shared services / procurement ops teams Enjoy coaching and developing talent - not just doing the work yourself Have deep experience in quick turn negotiations and standard software and services commercial terms Thrive in a fast growing, high volume environment where scaling is constant Have worked across a wide range of categories including technology, SaaS, and business services Know how to partner with Legal, Security, Finance, and Risk to ensure complete and accurate diligence Are extremely organized and nothing slips through the cracks Are calm when stakeholders are under pressure or shifting priorities Communicate clearly, set expectations early, and drive follow through Think in systems with intake, handoffs, metrics, and automation built in Use data to diagnose issues and prioritize improvements Thrive in a fast growing, high volume environment where scaling is constant Pay Rate: $90-$110/hour DOE This role is based in San Francisco, CA. You must be in the office at least 3 days per week.

Sourcing Manager V Duration: Contract - 12 Months The Sourcing Manager V will be responsible for managing procurement strategies, supplier relationships, and ensuring cost-effective sourcing solutions. This role requires a strong understanding of supply chain management, negotiation skills, and the ability to drive efficiency in sourcing processes. Responsibilities: Develop and implement sourcing strategies to meet organizational goals. Manage supplier relationships and ensure compliance with company standards. Negotiate contracts and agreements to achieve cost savings and value. Analyze market trends and supplier performance to optimize procurement processes. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align sourcing strategies with business objectives. Ensure timely delivery of goods and services while maintaining quality standards. Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, or a related field. Proven experience in sourcing and procurement management. Strong negotiation and contract management skills. Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities. Proficiency in procurement software and tools. Effective communication and interpersonal skills. About PTR Global: PTR Global is a leading provider of information technology and workforce solutions. PTR Global has become one of the largest providers in its industry, with over 5000 professionals providing services across the U.S. and Canada. For more information visit ***************** At PTR Global, we understand the importance of your privacy and security. We NEVER ASK job applicants to: Pay any fee to be considered for, submitted to, or selected for any opportunity. Purchase any product, service, or gift cards from us or for us as part of an application, interview, or selection process. Provide sensitive financial information such as credit card numbers or banking information. Successfully placed or hired candidates would only be asked for banking details after accepting an offer from us during our official onboarding processes as part of payroll setup. Pay Range: $90 - $95 The specific compensation for this position will be determined by a number of factors, including the scope, complexity and location of the role as well as the cost of labor in the market; the skills, education, training, credentials and experience of the candidate; and other conditions of employment. Our full-time consultants have access to benefits including medical, dental, vision and 401K contributions as well as any other PTO, sick leave, and other benefits mandated by appliable state or localities where you reside or work. If you receive a suspicious message, email, or phone call claiming to be from PTR Global do not respond or click on any links. Instead, contact us directly at ***************. To report any concerns, please email us at *******************

Briarlake Partners is a strategic sourcing focused recruiting firm. We are working with a Bay Area client looking for a Strategic Sourcing Manager to focus on facility services categories like cafeteria, janitorial, maintenance, landscapping and others. Our client has an office in Oakland and San Ramon and requires being in the office up to three days a week. MINIMUM KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES REQUIRED: 8 years of strategic sourcing experience with a focus on facility services categories Building category strategies Contract negotiation and contract management Comfort and rigorous process in Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) modeling Broad knowledge of risk management practices and principles Sound fiscal knowledge base in order to develop clear, concise measurements for agreements that are tied to strategic goals and demonstrate value to the enterprise Strong relationship building/relationship management skills Ability to effectively lead cross-functional teams Advanced knowledge of Microsoft office products, including Excel, PowerPoint, MS Word, etc... BA/BS in Business, Finance, Economics, Accounting, or related; MBA or equivalent preferred

Our Client, a vehicle automaker and automotive technology company, is looking for someone to join their team as a Senior Project Manager! ***This is a hybrid 5/6 month contract with long term potential, in Palo Alto, CA What You Will Be Doing Oversee all commercial aspects of new business awards and renewals, present contract award recommendations to senior leadership Negotiate software licensing cost & agreements, and build strong partnerships with both suppliers and internal stakeholders. Responsible for managing strategic suppliers by establishing and leading quarterly business reviews to ensure ongoing alignment, performance, and value delivery. Required Skills & Experience Bachelor's degree 8+ years of relevant Information Technology (IT) related software licensing experience 8+ years of experience performing strategic sourcing, cost analysis, negotiations and contract negotiations in a indirect procurement environment Previous ERP systems and purchase order processing experience - Coupa preferred Previous Contract Lifecycle Management (CLM) system experience - Ironclad preferred Able to work independently with little instruction and can adapt to change Ability to multi-task while maintaining attention to details and deadlines Able to work well with others in a team environment Effective communication skills and customer service approach Proactive and solution-oriented, with the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, constantly evolving environment. Highly accurate and detail-oriented You will receive the following benefits: Medical Insurance - Four medical plans to choose from for you and your family Dental & Orthodontia Benefits Vision Benefits Health Savings Account (HSA) Health and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts Voluntary Life Insurance, Long-Term & Short-Term Disability Insurance Hospital Indemnity Insurance 401(k) Paid Sick Time Leave Legal and Identity Protection Plans Pre-tax Commuter Benefit 529 College Saver Plan Motion Recruitment Partners (MRP) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All applicants must be currently authorized to work on a full-time basis in the country for which they are applying, and no sponsorship is currently available. Employment is subject to the successful completion of a pre-employment screening. Accommodation will be provided in all parts of the hiring process as required under MRP's Employment Accommodation policy. Applicants need to make their needs known in advance.

A leading specialty retailer in San Francisco seeks a Merchandising Analyst to support Website Merchandising teams. Responsibilities include managing seasonal merchandise databases, ensuring correct site layout, and solving database issues. Candidates should have a BA/BS, 1-2 years of eCommerce or retail experience, and strong Excel skills. The role requires communication, organizational abilities, and capacity for cross-functional teamwork. Competitive salary and benefits are offered, with a focus on employee wellbeing and growth. #J-18808-Ljbffr

At Fluidstack, we're building the infrastructure for abundant intelligence. We partner with top AI labs, governments, and enterprises - including Mistral, Poolside, Black Forest Labs, Meta, and more - to unlock compute at the speed of light. We're working with urgency to make AGI a reality. As such, our team is highly motivated and committed to delivering world-class infrastructure. We treat our customers' outcomes as our own, taking pride in the systems we build and the trust we earn. If you're motivated by purpose, obsessed with excellence, and ready to work very hard to accelerate the future of intelligence, join us in building what's next. About the Role As a Souring Manager, Infrastructure Supply Chain, you will develop and execute sourcing strategies for compute, storage, networking equipment, and infrastructure services supporting hyperscale datacenter operations. You will build and manage supplier relationships with OEMs, ODMs, component manufacturers, and service providers to deliver capacity, cost optimization, quality, and innovation objectives. Key Responsibilities Analyze market trends, commodity pricing, technology roadmaps, and supply dynamics; provide market intelligence to engineering and business stakeholders on total cost of ownership, lead times, capacity, and innovation opportunities Identify, evaluate, and qualify suppliers; manage relationships ensuring performance excellence in delivery, quality, cost, and innovation through scorecards, KPIs, and quarterly business reviews (QBRs) Conduct competitive bidding, RFx processes, and negotiations with OEMs, ODMs, networking vendors and VARs Lead contract negotiations including pricing, terms, SLAs, and warranties; manage MSAs, purchase agreements, and SOWs while ensuring compliance with procurement policies and governance requirements Partner with capacity planning, engineering, and program management teams to forecast infrastructure needs and align procurement timelines with deployment schedules Develop and execute multi-year category strategies for compute servers, storage, networking equipment (switches, routers, optics), core components (CPUs, GPUs, memory), and infrastructure services Basic Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Engineering, or related field (or equivalent experience) 5+ years of sourcing, procurement, or category management in technology, IT hardware, or hyperscale/HPC environments Experience with supply chain management, logistics, demand planning, and capacity forecasting in high-volume environments Strong negotiation and contract management skills with proven track record delivering cost savings and business value Excellent analytical, financial modeling, and stakeholder management skills; proficiency in Excel, data visualization tools, and procurement systems Preferred Qualifications Master's degree (MBA) or advanced degree; 8+ years in strategic sourcing at hyperscale providers (AWS, Google Cloud, Azure, OCI, Meta) or large technology companies Deep understanding of datacenter infrastructure (compute servers, storage, networking, components) Established relationships with OEMs (Dell, Supermicro, HPE etc.), networking equipment (Arista, Juniper, Cisco, etc.), core components(Intel, AMD, Nvidia etc.), and VARs, integrator, distributors, and various other service providers. Salary & Benefits Competitive total compensation package (salary + equity). Retirement or pension plan, in line with local norms. Health, dental, and vision insurance. Generous PTO policy, in line with local norms. The base salary range for this position is $150,000- $200,000 per year, depending on experience, skills, qualifications, and location. This range represents our good faith estimate of the compensation for this role at the time of posting. Total compensation may also include equity in the form of stock options. We are committed to pay equity and transparency. Fluidstack is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability and protected veterans' status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Fluidstack will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records pursuant to applicable law. #J-18808-Ljbffr

Piper Maddox have recently partnered with an exciting start-up with one mission - reducing the number of gas-powered vehicles and increasing the adoption of Electric Vehicles (EV) in the United States. Currently, we are looking for a Senior Buyer/ Planner to join the team. This person will be responsible for taking ownership of production scheduling and material flow. In this position, you will be tasked with a number of things including: Maintain and distribute the weekly production schedule, coordinating closely with Production, Warehouse, and Procurement teams to match labor, material, and capacity needs. Release Manufacturing Orders (MOs) and Work Orders (WOs) on a recurring schedule, ensuring all work centers and warehouse teams have what they need for kitting and picks. Work with Production and Warehouse teams to streamline material movement throughout WIP, ensuring efficient routing and minimal bottlenecks. Resolve planning challenges such as shortages, BOM inaccuracies, unplanned demand, and system-related issues before they impact operations. Partner with Procurement to conduct spot buys for urgent material needs and expedite critical components. Collaborate with Engineering and Procurement on ECOs, new product introductions, and sourcing timelines, ensuring materials are available for smooth transitions. Interface with Finance to support COGS accuracy, investigate production variances, and maintain clean WIP and finished-goods data. Continuously refine planning workflows, scheduling methods, and material movement processes based on real-time feedback and performance data. Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Logistics, Business Administration, or a related field. 4-6 years of experience in material planning, inventory control, production scheduling, or similar supply chain functions-preferably within a manufacturing environment. Strong understanding of supply chain fundamentals, inventory practices, and production planning methodologies. Proficiency in ERP/WMS systems, with experience contributing to upgrades, implementations, or system optimizations. Highly organized, detail-oriented, and capable of managing competing priorities in a dynamic environment. If this sounds like the kind of position you would like to be considered for, please follow the links and apply!

Company One of the nation's largest Mechanical Contractors, delivering fully integrated solutions across design, construction, fabrication, and facilities management. As we continue to expand our capabilities and infrastructure, we're seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented Purchasing Agent to support our construction operations teams. This role plays a critical part in ensuring timely procurement of materials, accurate purchase orders, and consistent support to field operations including Project Managers, Project Engineers, and Foremen. The ideal candidate has experience working with mechanical contractors, plumbing wholesalers, or distributor-side purchasing, and is comfortable handling high-volume purchasing in a fast-paced construction environment. Key Responsibilities Purchasing & Procurement • Process daily material orders from field teams (PMs, PEs, and Foremen) • Create, issue, and manage multiple purchase orders weekly • Review and process material requisitions • Modify and update purchase orders as project needs change • Coordinate with vendors to ensure on-time delivery of materials Vendor & Material Management • Work closely with plumbing and construction vendors, examples: White Cap, PCS, Fastenal, or other plumbing wholesalers and distributors • Maintain strong vendor relationships to resolve shortages, backorders, and substitutions • Track pipe, valves, fittings, and other mechanical parts and pieces • Comfortable working with distributor-side and contractor-side purchasing environments Order Tracking & Reconciliation • Monitor and follow up on backorders • Review and resolve invoice discrepancies • Ensure pricing accuracy and proper documentation • Track rental equipment and submit monthly billing accurately and on time Operational Support • Serve as a key support function for field and operations teams • Act as an internal customer-service resource for project teams • Communicate clearly via email and phone with vendors and internal stakeholders • Maintain organized records and documentation for audits and reporting Qualifications & Experience Required / Preferred Experience • Minimum 2 years' experience with Purchasing, Buying, or related experience • Experience with mechanical, electrical, or general contractors strongly preferred, background on the distributor or plumbing wholesaler side, or familiarity with HVAC & plumbing materials and systems • Knowledge of construction environments and workflows • Experience with parts & materials such as pipe, valves, and fittings • Open to learning or supporting mechanical materials as needed Skills & Competencies • Highly organized with strong attention to detail • Able to handle high-volume purchasing in a fast-paced setting • Comfortable managing multiple priorities and deadlines • Strong communication and follow-up skills • Proficient in purchase order systems and standard office tools • Customer-service mindset with a focus on supporting field operations

About the Role We are excited to be adding a Merchandise Planner to the Ariat team that will be responsible for developing and executing demand and inventory plans that support sales, margin, and an exceptional customer experience. This role partners cross-functionally to align product availability with marketing, digital merchandising strategies, and site performance trends-ensuring the right product is available in the right quantity at the right time. You'll Make a Difference By Forecasting Demand Planning: Creating and maintaining style-, color-, and size-level demand forecasts for Ariat.com. Leveraging historical sales data, site traffic, promotions, and marketing inputs to project demand. Participating in weekly and monthly forecast reviews and align with cross-functional partners on changes. Managing Inventory & Availability: Monitoring in-stock rates, weeks of supply, and inventory health across key styles and categories. Flagging potential stockouts, oversells, and excess inventory; recommending proactive reflows or pulls. Collaborating with Supply Planning and Distribution Center teams to ensure timely flow of product. Maintaining Sales & Promo Alignment: Partnering with Digital Merchandising and Marketing to plan for new product launches, site promotions, and key campaigns. Analyzing promotional lift and post-event performance to inform future forecast accuracy. Providing Reporting & Analysis: Providing weekly business recaps and sell-through reports by category and product. Supporting hindsight reviews and seasonal planning by summarizing performance trends. Using tools such as Excel, Tableau, and ERP/forecasting systems. Collaborating Cross-Functionally: Working closely with merchandising, marketing, customer service, and fulfillment teams to align plans with execution. Serving as the day-to-day point of contact for inventory and forecast needs specific to Ariat.com. About You Bachelor's degree in Business, Economics, Supply Chain, or related field. 2+ years of experience in retail, e-commerce, or demand planning (apparel or footwear preferred). Strong proficiency in MS Excel and data analysis skills; experience with forecasting/planning tools a plus. Familiarity with e-commerce KPIs (conversion, promo lift, in-stock %, etc.). Detail-oriented with strong organizational and communication skills. Works well with multiple cross-functional partners, comfortable in sharing your recommendation with confidence while being open to all perspectives. A self-starter who takes the initiative and is flexible and adaptive to changing priorities. About Ariat Ariat is an innovative, outdoor global brand with roots in equestrian performance. We develop high-quality footwear and apparel for people who ride, work, and play outdoors, and care about performance, quality, comfort, and style. The pay range for this position is $43.00-$48.00 per hour. The salary is determined by the education, experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities of the applicant, internal equity, and alignment with market data for geographic locations. Ariat in good faith believes that this posted compensation range is accurate for this role at this location at the time of this posting. This range may be modified in the future. This contract position may be eligible for select benefits through the payrolling agency. Benefits may include medical, dental, and vision insurance options and 401k. Ariat will consider qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with state and local laws. Ariat is an Equal Opportunity Employer and considers applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetics or any other basis protected under federal, state, or local law. Ariat is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to candidates with disabilities. If you need an accommodation during the application process, email *************************. Please see our Employment Candidate Privacy Policy at ********************* to learn more about how we collect, use, retain and disclose Personal Information. Please note that Ariat does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or employment agencies. In the absence of a signed Agreement, Ariat will not consider or agree to payment of any referral compensation or recruiter/agency placement fee. In the event a recruiter or agency submits a resume or candidate without a previously signed Agreement, Ariat explicitly reserves the right to pursue and hire those candidate(s) without any financial obligation to the recruiter or agency. Any unsolicited resumes, including those submitted directly to hiring managers, are deemed to be the property of Ariat.

A technology infrastructure company in San Francisco is looking for a Sourcing Manager to develop sourcing strategies for compute and networking equipment. The ideal candidate possesses strong negotiation skills and experience in supply chain management in high-volume environments. This role offers competitive compensation and a comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance and generous PTO. #J-18808-Ljbffr