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About The Job Arcadis is the world's leading company delivering sustainable design, engineering, and consultancy solutions for natural and built assets. We are more than 36,000 people, in over 70 countries, dedicated to improving quality of life. Everyone has an important role to play. With the power of many curious minds, together we can solve the world's most complex challenges and deliver more impact together. Role description: Arcadis is seeking a Procurement Specialist to join our Semiconductor sector in Albany, NY. This role will report to the Procurement Director and provide direct support on project-based work. You will participate directly in supporting all procurement requirements for our client's projects. You will also be responsible to ensure that RFx packages and procurement activities are routinely completed using defined systems in alignment with company policies and procedures. This is a hybrid position and will require the selected individual to live local and in commutable distance to the Albany, NY office. Role accountabilities: * Create and Manage Request for Proposals including preparation of RFP documents, review of proposals, performing price analysis, negotiation of price, and scope review. * Manage all aspects of supplier administration for the project, including bidding to prequalified bidders, negotiation/execution of contracts, submitting downstream notices and change orders, and closing out contracts. * Review purchase requests for pertinent and accurate information, prepare and execute requisition requests for project site team. * Prepare and present Recommendations to Award for assigned procurement packages. * Utilize software for preparing RFPs, issuing contract commitments and tracking deliverables. * Advise on any deviations from standard Terms and Conditions to Procurement Director. * Perform prequalification process for all bidders. * Ensure that Supplier Insurances are valid and current. * Maintain procurement logs, databases and correspondence. * Work closely with Project Management, Engineering, Client and Subcontractors. * Manage supplier DBE reporting as necessary. * Other duties as assigned Qualifications & Experience: * Bachelors degree preferred with minimum of 3 years' related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Previous professional experience working with Engineering and/or Construction Management consulting firm desired. * Experience with procuring labor contracts highly preferred. * Ability to read, analyze, and interpret technical construction documents. Respond to inquiries or complaints from customers and clients. * Experience using Deltek, Procore, Microsoft Office Suite (highly proficient in Excel), ConstructSecure, Bluebeam and other relevant software applications. * Excellent communication skills. * Good understanding of financials, negotiation strategies and problem-solving skills. * Strongly motivated, well organized, and shows professional initiative. * Ability to provide legal US work authorization documents required. Will consider US domestic travelers and relocation. Why Arcadis? We can only achieve our goals when everyone is empowered to be their best. We believe everyone's contribution matters. It's why we are pioneering a skills-based approach, where you can harness your unique experience and expertise to carve your career path and maximize the impact we can make together. You'll do meaningful work, and no matter what role, you'll be helping to deliver sustainable solutions for a more prosperous planet. Make your mark, on your career, your colleagues, your clients, your life and the world around you. Together, we can create a lasting legacy. Join Arcadis. Create a Legacy. Our Commitment to Equality, Diversity, Inclusion & Belonging We want you to be able to bring your best self to work every day which is why we take equality and inclusion seriously and hold ourselves to account for our actions. Our ambition is to be an employer of choice and provide a great place to work for all our people. We are an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. Women, minorities, people with disabilities and veterans are strongly encouraged to apply. We are dedicated to a policy of non-discrimination in employment on any basis including race, creed, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, citizenship status, disability, veteran status, or any other basis prohibited by law. Arcadis offers benefits for full time and part time positions. These benefits include medical, dental, and vision, EAP, 401K, STD, LTD, AD&D, life insurance, paid parental leave, reward & recognition program and optional benefits including wellbeing benefits, adoption assistance and tuition reimbursement. We offer nine paid holidays and 15 days PTO that accrue per year. The salary range for the position is $70,000 - $85,000. Salaries will vary and are based on several factors, such as experience, education, budget, internal equity, project and location.

Reports to: Director of Procurement Works closely with: Procurement, Pre-Construction, Engineering and PM's Works closely with the Director of Procurement to help support the procurement department. Responsibilities/ Duties: Distributes and executes NDCA's for new suppliers Viewpoint data entry support Participates in Project conference calls and supplier meetings Distributes RFQ's to suppliers and tracks progress Draft's Purchase Orders for Major Equipment Draft's Change Orders for Major Equipment and Subcontractors Tracks and supports all aspects of the procurement process after order execution Knowledge/ Skills/ Abilities: Ability to lead and coordinate own and others' actions, manage own time. Strong coordination, time management, active listening, verbal and written communication skills, critical thinking and reasoning skills. Self-motivated, able to learn quickly and independently. Computer literacy and proficiency using Excel and MS Office. Education/ Experience: Associates Degree in Business Administration or equivalent experience preferred.

Dealership:L0751 Subaru of TroySubaru of TroyWe are looking for a Used Car Buyer! A Used Car Buyer sources, appraises, and purchases pre-owned vehicles for a dealership, focusing on acquiring profitable inventory by analyzing market trends, negotiating prices at auctions or with individuals, performing vehicle inspections, estimating reconditioning costs, and ensuring compliance with budget and company policies. Key duties involve attending auctions, appraising trade-ins, managing inventory needs, and documenting transactions to keep the sales floor stocked with quality, marketable cars. Responsibilities Attend auctions, identify and contact sellers, and appraise vehicles from customers or wholesale sources. Conduct thorough mechanical and cosmetic inspections, assess market value, and estimate reconditioning expenses. Secure vehicles at competitive prices that align with profit goals, using strong negotiation skills. Work with sales managers to identify inventory gaps, understand market demand, and purchase vehicles that fit current needs. Complete necessary paperwork for purchases and ensure proper transfer of ownership. Stay updated on automotive trends, pricing, and demand in the local market. Qualifications Strong negotiation, appraisal, and attention to detail. Knowledge of vehicle mechanics, market values, and reconditioning. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Ability to work within financial guidelines and meet income goals Benefits Competitive pay Medical, Dental and Vision Plans Paid Holidays & PTO Short and Long-Term Disability Paid Life Insurance 401(k) Retirement Plan Employee Stock Purchase Plan Lithia Learning Center Vehicle Purchase Discounts Wellness Programs Est. Annual Earnings range from: $45,000.00 - $80,000.00 Actual pay offered may vary depending on skills, experience, job-related knowledge/bonus/commission, location, etc. Information about LITHIA's comprehensive benefits can be reviewed on our careers site at ****************************** High School graduate or equivalent, 18 years or older required. We are a drug-free workplace. We are committed to equal employment opportunity (regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status). We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements.

Hours: full-time, 40 hrs/week Pay Range: $75K-$95k Individual compensation is based on various factors including skills, experience, qualifications, and other job-related factors. We offer competitive pay, spot bonuses, medical, dental and vision insurance, paid time-off, family leave, wellness benefits, 401k w/employer match, health savings and dependent care plans, creative work environment, and more. The Senior Buyer at Digifabshop/CWKA works with Project Management, Operations, Finance and Leadership Teams to provide a broad spectrum of support in the daily execution of project-specific purchasing and management of vendor relationships. Duties and Responsibilities: The Senior Buyer attends the Biweekly Project Meeting to gain a thorough understanding of the scope of work, schedule and materials & services needed to complete the project. The Senior Buyer works directly with the Project Manager and Lead Engineer to identify material budgets, specifications and lead times on specialty and large purchases. Material Research - Understand, evaluate, and analyze specifications and requirements for custom items and commodity bids to determine the optimal method of procurement; consult with internal Teams on what and how the product is being used. Help expand our supplier base and build a knowledge of available materials that the vendors offer. (This allows us to consider all available material options, while comparing pricing, evaluating payment term options, and determining best lead-time/availability. Review pending orders with project teams and provide suggestions for finding alternative products to those originally suggested, that may be priced better/have better availability or lead times. Help negotiate with vendors for better lead-times and pricing. Track materials that are ready to be purchased via the company's ERP system and work with project teams to understand when materials are needed in the shop for projects. Review options for sourcing these materials, while negotiating the best possible price for each order. Write purchase orders to secure materials/products in time for operations and project teams. Estimating/RFQs- Be a source for both Estimating and Project Management in terms of where to procure materials, which vendors have exceeded our expectations on price, quality, and schedule. Submit requests for quotes for materials and supplies to obtain the best pricing and lead times. Retain quotes for negotiating later when releasing purchase orders for active projects. Purchasing- Actively participate in a project handoff meeting with Project Management to understand the materials needed, review schedule, budget, and establish guidelines for the purchasing of project materials. Understand what purchases require more information and how to pull this information together to complete the buyout package. This could include drawings, custom specifications, and previous quotes for reference. Build and maintain good vendor relationships, establishing fluid communication - responding promptly to vendor emails and calls. Onboard new suppliers, which includes negotiating payment terms, insurance requirements and lien waivers as needed. Accurately create Purchase Orders that clearly identify the items or services that are being purchased. (All pertinent information should be on the PO for clear communication to both the vendor and internal teams.) Accurately code the line items into Epicor and execute with the selected vendor. Communicate potential material issues, both cost and schedule related to the respective team members. Meet with Operations and Project Management to discuss short- and long-term project material purchasing. Review material costs to date compared to budgets established and report progress. Prepare and execute custom material ordering, reviewing with engineering and project management for accuracy and getting all orders over $10,000 signed off by the project manager. Accounting- Establish and negotiate credit terms with vendors and work to improve our financial flexibility by negotiating better terms with our vendors. Review materials with Shipper/Receiver when they arrive, to understand what has been ordered, evaluate quality issues, react to damages or inconsistences and rectify with the vendors. Work with management and the Finance Director on vendor payment issues. Buying- Work with multiple vendors to ensure pricing accuracy. Negotiate shipping costs and determine what will work for our schedule. Understanding material needs, availability and presenting alternates when product is not available. Request, collect and organize documentation for LEED projects. (Understand what qualifies for credits and follow up for the proper paperwork with vendors prior to entering their invoice.) Maintain FSC material recordkeeping. Overall: Keep a positive attitude even when things do not go as planned. Quality control check all documentation incoming and outgoing. Maintain clear communication with everyone including expectations and accountability. Know the status of pending orders, track the progress, and relay information to the team to keep everyone informed of status. Preferred skills/qualifications: Millwork/Construction Industry knowledge and work experience. Previous Project Management and/or Project Buying experience. Proven success in Negotiating Payment terms, pricing, and better lead-times. Experience working in an ERP System. (CWKA uses Epicor ERP) Epicor experience a plus. Experience working in a fast-paced, challenging environment. Able to hold vendors accountable to product availability, pricing, and payment terms. Able to work with multiple adjacent teams, including Finance/Operations, Project Management, Receiving, and Engineering, while also being able to work independently as needed. Successful in completing tasks by established deadline. Experience: Project Management: 1 year (Preferred) Project Buying: 2 years (Required) Commercial construction: 2 years (Required) ERP systems: 1 year (Preferred) Job Title: Senior Buyer Team: Projects Reports to: Director of Project Management Direct Reports: Yes Digifabshop is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating a diverse workforce. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, marital or domestic violence victim status, sexual orientation, gender identity, transgender status, genetic predisposition or carrier status, military or veteran status, familial status, prior arrest or conviction record, pregnancy or related conditions, known relation or association with any member of a protected class, or any other protected class, or any other protected characteristic as established by federal or state law. Digifabshop will make reasonable accommodations for known physical or mental limitations of otherwise qualified employees and applicants with disabilities unless the accommodation would impose an undue hardship on the operation of our business.

The Procurement Services Office at the University at Albany (University) is seeking a results-driven Procurement Project Coordinator to lead transformative initiatives within procurement operations. In this pivotal role, the Procurement Project Coordinator will take charge of projects, driving them from concept to completion while ensuring projects adhere to schedules. As a vital contributor to the Procurement Services team, the Procurement Project Coordinator will engage with stakeholders across the University to define project objectives, ensure the successful monitoring and delivery of outcomes, leverage or create processes, templates and reporting. The Procurement Project Coordinator serves as an integral member of the procurement team, actively engaging in the establishment and advancement of project management standards and supporting procurement operations. The Procurement Project Coordinator provides mentorship and guidance to project teams across the University. The successful candidate will possess exceptional organizational and communication skills, along with the ability to build and maintain relationships with a diverse range of stakeholders. The Procurement Project Coordinator is expected to operate with a high degree of independence while also contributing effectively within a collaborative team environment. Primary Responsibilities: * Oversee all phases of assigned projects throughout the entire project lifecycle. * Act as the point of contact for assigned projects, managing scheduling, progress tracking, reporting, and documentation. Responsibilities include maintaining regular communication with University stakeholders through meetings and written correspondence to capture Request for Proposals (RFP) and Invitation for Bid (IFB) deliverables, requirements, preferences, and to monitor project timelines. * Work with Stakeholders in the UAlbany community to draft scopes for complex procurement solicitations over $75,000 for academic, athletic, international, software/ software as a service, consulting, and marketing related projects. Objectives to include mentoring stakeholders in the University community by providing guidance and assistance with gathering and defining mandatory requirements and preferences. * The Coordinator will be the intermediary between Procurement and departments to ensure that Procurement Associates have a scope of work that is fully complete for a formal solicitation (RFP, IFB). * Oversee the coordination of both internal and external resources to ensure the successful execution of projects with varying levels of complexity. Internal stakeholders include University representatives, Procurement Associates, Compliance Coordinators, and personnel from Budget, Accounting, and Management. External collaboration encompasses entities such as vendors, the State University of New York (SUNY), the Office of General Services, the Office of the Attorney General, and the Office of the State Comptroller. * Ensure collaboration among all resources. * Leverage established processes, templates, tools, and best practices while contributing to the ongoing development and implementation of Procurement projects and tracking framework. * Serve as a liaison between Procurement, Information Technology Services (ITS) and the Campus community for various ongoing procurement enhancement and automation projects. This includes monitoring and tracking of incoming requests , attending project meetings, and conducting training on the use of Smartsheet automation (future technologies), assisting with monitoring dashboards and workflows to ensure accuracy and identify any issues, provide recommendations for phased enhancements, assist with digitizing records of contracts and purchase orders to allow visibility and easy to access records and identifying procurement tools for future process enhancements. The successful candidate will be involved in all procurement projects related to technology integrations and workflow efficiency reviews/improvements. * Develop the process to track contract timelines to avoid expiration. * Review procurement submissions to ensure that they are comprehensive and follow up with end users when additional information is required. * Active participation and advancement of procurement automation project with ITS. * Support automation efforts and procurement workflows by contributing to the ongoing enhancement of Procurement project framework * Analyze data, summarize key data points, and prepare reports on an as needed basis for key stakeholders. Seek professional growth opportunities and actively mentor team members through knowledge-sharing, coaching, and collaborative development initiatives. Functional and Supervisory Relationships: * Reports to: Director of Procurement Services * Supervises the following positions: None * May supervise employees as assigned * This position interacts with any faculty/staff in any department on Campus as well as Vendors. Job Requirements: * Excellent communication and organizational skills * Ability to manage several projects concurrently * Demonstrated proficiency of industry standard project management tools * Applicants must demonstrate an ability to develop inclusive and equitable relationships within our diverse campus community. * Applicants must demonstrate an ability to support diversity, equity, access, inclusion, and belonging, relative to their role. Requirements: Minimum Qualifications: * Bachelor's Degree from a college or University accredited by the US Department of Education or internationally recognized accrediting organization. * Experience that demonstrates knowledge of public procurement practices and procedures. * 2 years of relevant experience (ex. Leading Procurement projects in a complex organization, use technologies to automate tasks or streamline). * Applicants must demonstrate an ability to develop inclusive and equitable relationships within our diverse campus community * Applicants must demonstrate an ability to support diversity, equity, access, inclusion, and belonging relative to their role Preferred Qualifications: * Project Management Professional Certification (PMP Certification) * Certified Associate in Project Management (CAPM Certification) * Certified Purchasing Professional (CPP Certification) Working Environment: * Typical office environment * Applicants must be eligible to work legally in the United States without employee sponsorship now or in the future. Additional Information: Professional Rank and Salary Range: Purchase Associate, SL-4, $75,000-82,500 Special Notes: Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. If you currently need sponsorship or will need it in the future to maintain employment authorization, you do not meet eligibility requirements. Additionally, please note that UAlbany is not an E-Verify employer. The Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act, or Clery Act, mandates that all Title IV institutions, without exception, prepare, publish, and distribute an Annual Security Report. This report consists of two basic parts: disclosure of the University's crime statistics for the past three years; and disclosures regarding the University's current campus security policies. 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Job Title: BuyerJob Description The Buyer is responsible for sourcing and purchasing materials, products, and services to meet organizational requirements while ensuring cost efficiency, quality standards, and timely delivery. This role involves managing supplier relationships and collaborating with internal teams to support production and operational goals. The Buyer will also monitor inventory levels, identify cost-saving opportunities, and maintain compliance with company policies and industry regulations. Responsibilities * Responsible for purchasing activities for site requirements, including raw materials, MRO (Maintenance, Repair, and Operations), and indirect goods/services. * Prepare, enter, transmit, and maintain purchase orders with vendors for assigned materials. * Review confirmations prior to material receipts. * Monitor inventory levels for assigned materials daily and assess inventory levels relative to inbound shipments. * Make adjustments as needed to ensure a timely flow of material into the plant while maintaining appropriate inventory levels. * Work closely with operations, maintenance, and finance teams to align purchasing with business needs. * Support inventory management and optimize stock levels. Essential Skills * Experience in purchasing, purchase orders, and supply chain management. * Proficiency in SAP and ERP systems. * Strong Microsoft Excel skills. * Experience in buying and procurement. * Familiarity with MRP and data entry. * Proficiency in Microsoft Office. Additional Skills & Qualifications * Associate's Degree or equivalent experience in purchasing or procurement. * 1 to 3 years of experience using ERP systems, particularly SAP. Work Environment Located in Schenectady, NY, this role operates in a business casual dress code environment. The work schedule is Monday to Friday from 8 am to 5 pm. This is a 3 to 6 month contract opportunity with the potential for extension, including accrued sick time through NYS. The company has recently been acquired by a growing international manufacturer. Job Type & Location This is a Contract position based out of Schenectady, NY. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $30.00/hr. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: • Medical, dental & vision • Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital • 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available • Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) • Short and long-term disability • Health Spending Account (HSA) • Transportation benefits • Employee Assistance Program • Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave) Workplace Type This is a fully onsite position in Schenectady,NY. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Jan 26, 2026. About Actalent Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law. If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com for other accommodation options.

In business since 2000, LanceSoft is a nationally certified Minority Business Enterprise (MBE) that has established itself as a pioneer in providing highly scalable, cost-effective workforce solutions to a diverse set of customers across various industries in the United States. Headquartered in Virginia, LanceSoft currently operates out of several locations in the US and Canada. Job Description 1. Warranty order and returned material authorization fulfillment, including entry of the order in Oracle, tracking fulfillment of the warranty order and reconciliation with RMA requests. 2. Export shipment request initiation and execution, including working with logistics and International Trade Controls teams to ensure timely shipment and delivery to customer and/or field teams 3. Field Service tooling inventory and management, including initiating Carnet requests for temporary export of tooling and tracking to ensure reimport prior to Carnet expiration. 4. Customer Service Portal administration and management, including tracking and managing field issues and assigning appropriate field personnel, administering customer facing documentation including operation & maintenance manuals, product safety bulletins, technical service bulletins and software release updates. 5. Sales order entry and management, including working with Commercial and finance teams to ensure orders are properly entered, invoiced and tracked. 6. Support Sourcing teams with Oracle data entry and migration of purchasing systems from GE Transportation to GE Power & Water. 7. Other duties as assigned. Qualifications Minimum Qualifications: • Associates degree in Business or Operations; Bachelor's degree preferred. • Experience business applications including Oracle, Salesforce.com and Microsoft Office applications. • Familiarity with Logistics and International Trade Control regulations • Exceptional focus on Customer fulfillment. • Well organized, independent self-starter with ability to multi-task • Strong verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills with ability to interact with all levels of the organization • Experience working within engineering and manufacturing environments Additional Information Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, gender Identity, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, pregnancy, or other status protected by law. We wish to thank all applicants for their interest and effort in applying for this position, however, only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted. No unsolicited agency referrals please.

Job Description Empire Merchants North is the premier wine and spirits distributor in Upstate New York with roots going back to the end of Prohibition. With more than 500 dedicated employees and state-of-the-art facilities, Empire Merchants North has become synonymous with both service and quality and has earned the loyalty of more than 9,000 area restaurants, bars, hotels, nightclubs, and retail outlets. Empire Merchants North acts as a marketing agent for the brands that we represent and is proud to employ the most knowledgeable and well-equipped sales force in Upstate New York. We are seeking an experienced, motivated Purchasing Agent / Analyst. This is a hybrid position. Working in the Coxsackie, NY office during training and as needed are required. Responsible for analyzing purchasing data, reviewing forecasting, order planning, purchasing, recordkeeping, item and cost maintenance, and order tracking for all brands and items of their assigned vendors. The role exercises independent judgment in evaluating purchasing requisitions, resolving supply-related issues, and recommending improvements to purchasing processes. The position provides analysis and recommendations that support supplier performance, inventory efficiency, and operational decision-making. ESSENTIAL POSITION RESULTS • Purchases product through review of demand, sales history, and purchase requisitions to meet company objectives and supplier requirements. • Reviews purchase requisitions for accuracy and create purchase orders using SAP. • Use problem-solving skills to resolve daily challenges and problems that arise. • Evaluates order requests from sales and suppliers to determine if the request maintains adequate inventory levels. • Performs analysis related to inventory needs, amount of overstock, financial and/or storage considerations to determine when purchase orders need to be created. Analyzes and provides recommendations to improve inventory efficiency. • Plans orders and reviews forecasting for accuracy and trends during the ordering process. Identify anomalies and work with business managers to adjust forecasts. • Maintains proper inventory levels by warehouse through consistent review of inventory using various reports, and forecasting. Improve ordering to reduce out of stocks and the need for transfers between warehouses. • Tracks orders to ensure product is received on schedule and accurate ETAs are maintained. Communicate with carriers to ensure orders are expedited if needed. Determine the appropriate corrective action when discrepancies arise. • Maintains excellent records of information used to prepare orders, the orders themselves, the confirmations and receipt information. Perform analysis and provide reports as needed. • Provides coverage for Gallo replenishment as needed. • Provides coverage for the Demand Planner as needed. • Performs item maintenance to ensure accurate data is always available. • Builds queries in SAP to analyze purchasing data and facilitate material maintenance. • Responsible for maintaining accurate cost conditions and review of moving averages. • Negotiates with carriers to obtain reasonable freight quotes. • Provides historical cost information in excel format as requested for gross profit review. • Develops strong working relationships with demand planners, sales, carriers, and suppliers through regular and professional communication. • Manages exceptions by communicating with sales, suppliers, carriers, and management. • Coordinates the claims process. Achieves work objectives by gathering pertinent data, identifying and evaluating options and choosing a course of action. • Analyzes purchasing data and creates reports as needed using Excel. • Collaborate closely with suppliers and business managers to ensure the proper flow of inventory to meet demand. • Maintains organization's stability and reputation by keeping information confidential. • Contributes to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed. • Maintains a safe and clean working environment by complying with procedures, rules, and regulations. COMPENSATION & BENEFITS Empire Merchants North offers a competitive compensation package including: Salary Range: $62,354 - $67,354 and annual bonus potential Paid Holidays, Health Plan options (medical, dental, disability coverage, life insurance, and other voluntary plans), 401K, PTO, vacation accrual, Flexible Spending Account, and more. The company will evaluate a specific candidate's education, skills, and experience when making an offer. QUALIFICATIONS Education, Certifications, and/or licenses: Associate or Bachelors degree in business or related field preferred. EXPERIENCE Minimum 3 years supply chain experience KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS - Wine and Spirits Industry knowledge a plus. - SAP experience preferred. - Proficient PC skills using MS Office, intermediate Excel skills, and other various computer systems are necessary. - Must be a result-oriented professional with excellent verbal/written communication skills using diplomacy and discretion as well as strong customer service skills. - Ability to multi-task, work independently and/or within a team, pays attention to detail and meet deadlines. Empire Merchants North is an equal opportunity employer and, as such, affirms in policy and practice to recruit, hire, train, and promote, in all job classifications, without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, citizenship, sex, age, veteran status, disability, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic. Empire Merchants North will not discriminate against persons because of their disability, including disabled veterans, and will make reasonable accommodations for known physical or mental limitations of qualified employees and applicants with disabilities. Know Your Rights

Job Type: Full-Time No Shift: Days FLSA Status: Exempt Compensation: $62,353.20 annually, commensurate with experience. We are seeking an experienced Purchasing Agent with a background in manufacturing to manage the procurement of raw materials, packaging, and ingredients for our Milton facility. Reporting directly to the Finance Department, this role requires a high level of fiscal responsibility and an analytical mindset. This is a growth-oriented position; the successful candidate will be cross-trained to ultimately take over Production Scheduling. Additionally, Brooklyn Bottling is upgrading our operations to the Aptean Food & Beverage ERP system this year, and this role will be instrumental in that transition. Primary Duties and Responsibilities Fiscal & Procurement Oversight: Report to the Finance team regarding procurement costs, vendor contracts, and budget variances. Ensure all purchasing activities align with company financial goals. Manufacturing Procurement: Oversee the end-to-end purchasing process for raw materials (glass, resin, aluminum, sweeteners, and labels) and MRO supplies. Extreme Attention to Detail: Maintain 100% accuracy in purchase orders, pricing, and technical specifications. Minor errors in manufacturing procurement can lead to significant production delays or financial loss. Future Production Scheduling: Undergo on-the-job training to eventually take ownership of the production schedule, balancing machine capacity with material availability. ERP Implementation & Data Integrity: Support the transition to Aptean Food & Beverage ERP; ensure data accuracy during the rollout and utilize the system for real-time inventory and financial tracking. Supplier Management: Communicate daily with raw material suppliers and brokers. Monitor lead times and shipping schedules with high precision to ensure zero production downtime. Inventory & Safety Stock: Analyze "Bill of Materials" (BOM) and usage data. Maintain precise "Safety Stock" levels to optimize cash flow while ensuring material availability. Logistics & Compliance: Coordinate with freight forwarders; ensure all invoices, shipping documents, and COAs are filed meticulously for financial audit and food safety compliance.

_Help at Home is the leading national provider of in-home personal care services, where our mission is to enable individuals to live with independence and dignity at home. Our team supports 66,000 clients monthly with the help of 50,000 compassionate caregivers across 12 states. We're looking for people who care about others, who are willing to listen, lean in and make impactful change. Each role at Help at Home can have a positive impact in supporting our caregivers and clients. If you are someone who leads with passion and integrity and are looking to join a rapidly growing, industry leading team, Help at Home may be a good fit for you._ **_Job Summary:_** The Manager, Corporate Procurement & Facilities will lead Help at Home's real estate portfolio while also overseeing centralized procurement processes across the organization. This role provides day-to-day oversight of our outsourced real estate partner (Cushman & Wakefield), ensures effective vendor and contract management, and leverages the Coupa procurement system to drive cost savings, consistency, and operational efficiency. The manager is a strategic and hands-on leader who can balance tactical execution with long-term planning, build strong relationships across departments, and serve as a key liaison between Finance, Operations, IT, and external partners. ***This is a REMOTE position with minimal travel expectations to the Chicago, IL headquarters once a quarter for on-site collaboration and department meetings.** **Responsibilities** **_What You'll Do:_** **Real Estate Management** + Oversee Help at Home's real estate portfolio of 100+ locations, including leases, renewals, consolidations, relocations, and closures. + Manage the relationship and KPIs of Cushman & Wakefield, including transaction management, portfolio administration, utilities, integrated facilities management, and vendor performance. + Partner with Operations to analyze and support facilities plans. + Partner with Operations and IT to ensure stable, efficient, and safe office environments. + Partner with Accounting to ensure that all real estate locations are accurately reflected in NetSuite and that any changes (openings, closures, relocations) are communicated promptly to maintain data integrity across financial system. + Monitor SLAs and ensure all customer service standards are met. **Procurement & Vendor Management** + Serve as the subject matter expert for all procurement processes and practices, including Coupa. + Develop, document, and continuously improve procurement policies, procedures, and controls. + Manage and monitor cost savings initiatives and spend analytics across the organization. + Partner with Legal to ensure favorable contract terms and mitigate business risk. + Negotiate with key vendors to drive cost efficiency and standardization across offices (e.g., professional services, supplies, maintenance, IT hardware). + Maintain accuracy and compliance within the vendor master file and coordinate with Finance and Accounting to ensure streamlined Procure-to-Pay (P2P) processes. + Conduct periodic business reviews with high-spend vendors to track service performance and cost optimization. + Identify opportunities to consolidate vendors and simplify the sourcing landscape. + Build strong partnerships across Operations, Finance, and Legal to align business priorities and procurement needs. + Develop metrics and reporting dashboards to measure performance against cost savings, service quality, and compliance benchmarks. + Lead change management initiatives to ensure adoption of new processes and tools. **Qualifications** **_Education & Experience:_** + Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, Supply Chain, or related field required + Seven (7) to ten (10) years of progressive experience in facilities, real estate, or procurement. + Experience managing outsourced real estate partnerships (e.g., Cushman & Wakefield) preferred. + Proven success driving cost savings and operational improvements across multi-site organizations. + Strong understanding of contract negotiation and financial analysis. **_Required Skills/Abilities:_** + Strong negotiation, analytical, and vendor management skills. + Excellent oral and written communication and presentation abilities. + Collaborative leadership style and ability to work effectively across functional areas. + Proven ability to lead multiple complex projects with minimal supervision. + Advanced problem-solving and critical-thinking capabilities. + Proficiency in Coupa or similar eProcurement tools (Ariba, SAP, etc.) and Microsoft Office Suite. + Customer service orientation and meticulous attention to detail. **Job Profile Summary** The Manager, Corporate Procurement & Facilities will lead Help at Home's real estate portfolio while also overseeing centralized procurement processes across the organization. This role provides day-to-day oversight of our outsourced real estate partner (Cushman & Wakefield), ensures effective vendor and contract management, and leverages the Coupa procurement system to drive cost savings, consistency, and operational efficiency. The manager is a strategic and hands-on leader who can balance tactical execution with long-term planning, build strong relationships across departments, and serve as a key liaison between Finance, Operations, IT, and external partners.

Upway is looking for a B2B manager for our Dutch Market. Our goal is to build the largest and highest quality e-bike offering for Upway customers by sourcing the best e-bikes, refurbishing them, and delivering them to their new owner in a seamless customer experience. The B2B manager role acquires used e-bikes from international B2B partners (manufacturers, retailers, refurbishers, rental companies, leasing firms, etc.) to gradually increase the number of e-bikes available on the website. Main responsability * 1-4 years of experience in sales or sales-related work * Passionate / Interested in the Biking industry is a plus! * Knowledge of the Dutch market is a must! * Fluent Dutch language skills and good English language skills * Excellent negotiation skills to persuade every partner to collaborate with us! * You enjoy traveling across the Netherlands to build a deep and lasting network within the bicycle industry, which you establish through personal conversations and relationship building. * Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal Skills, knowledge, and expertise * 1-4 years of experience in sales or sales-related work * Passionate / Interested in the Biking industry is a plus! * Knowledge of the Dutch market is a must! * Fluent Dutch language skills and good English language skills * Excellent negotiation skills to persuade every partner to collaborate with us! * You enjoy traveling across the Netherlands to build a deep and lasting network within the bicycle industry, which you establish through personal conversations and relationship building. * Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal * Building and managing an ecosystem of hundreds of retailers with our trade-in solution. * Establishing relationships with leasing companies to manage their Returns. * Collaborating with leading e-bike manufacturers to build long-term relationships. * Refining our value proposition and implementing robust procurement processes * Leading negotiations on purchasing terms. Benefits Upway is an-stage startup supported by renowned investment funds such as Sequoia Capital and Global Founders Capital (Rocket Internet). We have an exceptional team of talented employees who thrive in a fast-paced environment and are committed to the mission of making electromobility accessible to all while having a positive impact on the world. At Upway, we believe every employee should share in our growth journey. That's why we include stock options as part of your compensation package. * You will work in an environment where you can take on as much responsibility as you feel capable of handling. Great learning and growth opportunities are guaranteed! * You will work in a rapidly changing environment where we aim to make quick decisions and get things done. * You will work with a cool product. Electric and sustainable mobility are becoming increasingly prevalent in your everyday work, and you will become an expert in these topics. * You will be one of the first employees in the Benelux Sourcing team. * You will become an integral part of our success story while shaping the team's culture.

As a Junior Purchasing Manager, you play a key role in our procurement team. You will support the Purchasing Manager while managing your own supplier portfolio. You'll also collaborate with colleagues across an international network (Germany, France, Spain, Portugal, Italy, Thailand, and South America). You report directly to the Purchasing Manager of Coperama Benelux. Your Role at a Glance * Supporting the Purchasing Manager with F&B and OSE suppliers. * Actively sourcing, selecting, and contracting new suppliers. * Ensuring the best price-quality ratio and achieving structural savings. * Assisting with (online) tenders and e-auctions. * Conducting supplier and product analyses, price comparisons, and ABC classifications. * Identifying purchasing needs of members. * Supporting client visits to promote purchasing through Coperama suppliers. * Contributing to reports, statistics, and maintaining catalogs for our online Marketplace. Your Benefits at Coperama * A young, informal, and international work environment. * Opportunities to grow within a dynamic organization. * Extras: year-end bonus and €500 referral bonus. * Employee rates from €36 at our hotels worldwide, 30% discount in F&B outlets, and up to 25% Friends & Family discount. * Various discounts at (online) retailers. * Corporate fitness, bike, and sports plans. * Competitive salary. * Your own laptop and mobile phone. * Free training via our Minor University (online & offline). * Team-building events, outings, and staff parties. What Makes You a Great Fit * Completed MBO or HBO degree (e.g., MHS, HHS, HEAO) or equivalent HBO-level experience, preferably with NEVI 1 certification. * Purchasing experience in a multidisciplinary hospitality environment. * Skilled negotiator with strong persuasive and communication skills. * Analytical, detail-oriented, and proactive. * Independent, decisive, and well-organized. * Able to work project-based and process-driven. * Strong ethical standards. * Proficient in Microsoft Office. * Fluent in Dutch and English; French is a plus. Are you looking for a new challenge? Apply now! Minor Hotels Europe & Americas is dedicated to fostering an inclusive working environment where every individual is valued and equally encouraged. We warmly welcome individuals from all backgrounds and abilities.

To oversee the upstream supply chain to deliver great customer service and operational excellence by delivering effective material and information flow from our suppliers to point of use. Taking full ownership for exceptional supplier on time delivery, whilst maximizing process efficiencies and driving down inventory. Key Responsibilities and Outcomes: * Responsible for raw material and purchase part SKU parameterization, ensuring the strategy is aligned with the business requirements. * Responsible for supplier master data within the ERP system. Escalation of communication from the Suppliers advising of a change to the agreement. * Utilize inventory tools and techniques to ensure right sizing of inventory availability. Ensuring inventory right-sizing on raw material and purchased goods in transit. * Responsible for the measuring and reporting of the supply base performance for on time delivery, lead time and order quantity. * Build relationships with suppliers, working collaboratively on achieving the supply chain requirements. * First level of escalation for shortages and expediting resolution and recovery. * Lead upstream supply chain performance improvements projects, working with the Suppliers on root cause countermeasures and action plans. * Manage the product portfolio, life cycle and NPI process with Suppliers to minimize disruption to supply, obsolete inventory and associated costs, by actively managing the ERP system for the end to end supply chain. * Develop the supply base using lean methodology ensuring their processes and systems are compatible with Rotork requirements and are at a comparable level of operational excellence. * Support center-led sourcing team with supplier development activities. Qualifications * Strong data analysis and ERP subject matter expert * Use of common tools such as Microsoft Word, Excel and Power point. * Experience with, and sound knowledge of manufacturing supply-chain and Lean methodology. * Strong inventory management skills Pay Rate: $30/hr - $36/hr + Bonus #HP #LI-Hybrid Additional Information Rotork is the market-leading global flow control and instrumentation company, helping our customers manage the flow or liquids, gases and powders across many industries worldwide. Our purpose is Keeping the World Flowing for Future Generations. For over sixty years, the world has relied on us to create the things that keep everything moving. From oil and gas to water and shipping, pharmaceuticals and food- these are the flows on which our modern world depends. Today we're respected and admired for our people, performance and products. Our success flows from our commitment to engineering excellence, and that's what we will always pursue, safely and sustainably. Rotork is going through an exciting period of change and growth, building on our existing market success. It's a great time to join us and make an impact in shaping the future of our business.

+ BA/BS in Supply ChainManagement, Procurement and Contract Management, or related fieldor equivalent combination of experience and education. + Preferred 3 years satisfactory full-time sourcing and contract management experience; Supply chain management, RFP market strategies, informal and formal solicitations, contractwriting, negotiations, and contractadministration. + Knowledge of procure-to-pay process and procurement-related policies, procedures, processes and risks, and ability to apply that understanding to daily work. + Knowledge of ERP Purchasing applications and other procurement-related software. + Good interpersonal and organization skills,strong attention to detail. + Works in diverse,cross-functional teams with limited guidance. + Solicits differingopinions to ensureunderstanding of complexissues and acts in a manner that builds and maintains trust. + Solid judgment with ability to learn quicklyand adapt to changing circumstances. + Works independently to meet deadlines. + Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. + Proficiency in word processing, spreadsheet, and presentation software applications. **Responsibilities:** + Reviews and processes requisitions of mid to high-level complexity, dollar amount, criticality and priority independently, using RFP or go-to-market strategies. + Proactively seeks opportunities to consolidate business requirements to leverage spend and create opportunities to create value and cost savings. + Utilizes demand management to control and track business unit requirements and internal purchasing operations and eliminate waste. + Collaborates with Project Managers and internal stakeholders to validate Scope of Work content is appropriate and complete. + Leads cross-functional meetings and collaboration activities across multiple stakeholders. + Produces high quality award recommendations, summary documentation, or system reference information for each requisition, ensuring detailed spend information is available for future reference. + Determines how each procurement can contribute to diversity goals. + Drafts and distributes RFP documentation in accordance with applicable policies and procedures. + Prepares Board approval paperwork for requisitions that exceed defined dollar thresholds. + Drives the RFP process through to completion in a timely manner. + Initiates advertising for requisitions that exceed defined dollar thresholds as required and identifies potential suppliers. + Evaluates RFP responses, ensuring they are compliant with client policies, including pricing analysis. + Manages award process, collaborating with Legal and our other business partners on contract execution. + Coordinates distribution and collection of required government forms to awardedsupplier. + Secures relevant marketintelligence leveraging programanalysts as requiredto gain further insight on market trends. + Non-RFP procurements, which include formal and informal solicitations of varying complexity, which may include utilizing existing contracts within the client or utilizing contractssuch as the Office of the GeneralServices (OGS), NYC Office of Technology and Innovation or generating solicitations. **Experience:** 3+ Years **Skills:** IT, RFP, RFQ **Education:** BA/BS in Supply Chain Management, Procurement and Contract Management, or related field or equivalent combination of experience and education. **About US Tech Solutions:** US Tech Solutions is a global staff augmentation firm providing a wide range of talent on-demand and total workforce solutions. To know more about US Tech Solutions, please visit *********************** (*********************************** . US Tech Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

We understand that the world we want tomorrow starts with how we do business today, and that's why we're inspired to make A Better World for Pets. Antech is comprised of a diverse team of individuals who are committed to each other's growth and development. Our culture is centered on our guiding philosophy, The Five Principles: Quality, Responsibility, Mutuality, Efficiency and Freedom. Today Antech is driving the future of pet health as part of Mars Science & Diagnostics, a family-owned company focused on veterinary care. Current Associates will need to apply through the internal career site. Please log into Workday and click on Menu or View All Apps, select the Jobs Hub app, then click the magnifying glass to Browse Jobs. Job Purpose/Overview The Commercial Global Category Leader IT will develop, optimize and implement strategic sourcing plans and national agreements based upon variable market conditions and demand for Science and Diagnostics, Inc. Responsible for analyzing price information, market opportunities and driving the negotiation process by executing purchase agreements within the IT category. Categories may include specified areas of IT Services, Peripherals, hardware, software, and other categories as directed within the Global footprint for Science and Diagnostics, Inc., support Procure to Pay (P2P) systems, strategic sourcing initiatives, savings projects, for local and regional sourcing initiatives by ensuring stakeholder needs are met by effectively leveraging supplier relationships or strategic partnerships and to support the drive for standardization and cost reduction across Science and Diagnostics Global region. Responsibilities include protecting the business and maximizing value for money. Responsible for total annual spend of approximately $100M in purchases. The Target Pay Range for this position is as follows: • Loveland, Colorado: $97,000 - $121,300 annually. • Fountain Valley, California: $101,430 - $126,845 annually. • New York City: $105,840 - $132,360 annually. At Antech, pay decisions are determined using factors such as relevant job-related skills, experience, education, training and budget. Dimension Spend: $100M Key stakeholders: P&O, Finance, executive leadership teams, R&D, and others as required Region: Global Categories include, but are not limited to: IT services, hardware, software, peripherals and others as directed. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Strategy Creation and Development Define the global category strategy using Mars Strategic Sourcing Management (MSSM) process Deploy in collaboration with the regional sourcing managers Measure the global deployment efficiency Ensure global Business continuity Accountable for sustainable and responsible sourcing in his/her category SPRM: Supplier Performance Relationship Management Continuously develop these relationships to improve their value to the business Organize high level meetings with key strategic partners Frame long term relationship through global contracts Evaluate end year performance for global players Stakeholder's Management Engage our key stakeholders on our strategy by collecting Business needs Share mid and long term commercial vision Key interfaces: IT Budget Management Design the global strategy and regional specificities Conduct global cost out initiatives to deliver a target of 5% Knowledge Management Identify, codify and deploy best practices to raise the bar of the category performance Support the operational risk management Ensure regional executions are in line with the global strategy Conduct Quarterly Business Review with appropriate stakeholders Represent the SDx voice towards the Mars GBU's Global expert of his/her category market and Support Innovation Upstream involvement in innovative projects Frame the commercial aspect of supplier innovation projects Lead/Support local and regional buying strategies Lead the procure to pay process with a focus on efficiency and process improvements. Lead bid activities, obtain competitive bids and identify negotiation opportunities with a focus on Total Cost of Ownership principles (savings and risk management) Act as a contact for local and regional suppliers and develop/maintain supplier relationships. Proactively support efficiencies and synergies with cross-segment peers in similar roles. Ensure effective risk management of the supply base through robust contracts and monitoring. Ensure compliance with proper procedures, policies, systems and controls. Lead/Support global or regional projects as required. Manage projects as needed to drive value to the business. Accountable for operations and business results. Responsible for savings reporting and reporting on value delivered to the business. Negotiate and execute contracts that mitigate risk for the business. Act as point of contact for contract-related issues. Influence clients to align with regional and global buying strategies. Complete market analysis and industry benchmarking as needed. Implement, align, train and develop diverse suppliers. Ensure value for money and operate within project budgets Utilize the Mars Strategic Sourcing Methodology MSSM Education and Experience 5+ years of buying experience, with focus in the area of IT Bachelor's Degree or equivalent Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Demonstrated successful performance in role of similar scope and breadth. Buying experience for indirect and/or direct categories. Proven Change Management and Project Management skills. Demonstrated ability to make sound decisions in complex and/or ambiguous business environments. Proven results in developing sourcing strategies, negotiating, contracting and generating savings and/or value for business. History of building strong client and supplier relationships. About Antech Antech is a leader in veterinary diagnostics, driven by our passion for innovation that delivers better animal health outcomes. Our products and services span 90+ reference laboratories around the globe; in-house diagnostic laboratory instruments and consumables, including rapid assay diagnostic products and digital cytology services; local and cloud-based data services; practice information management software and related software and support; veterinary imaging and technology; veterinary professional education and training; and board-certified specialist support services. Antech offers an industry competitive benefits package and continues to invest in and evolve benefits programs that meet the health, wellness and financial needs of our associates. All Full-time associates are eligible for the following benefits and more: Paid Time Off & Holidays Medical, Dental, Vision (Multiple Plans Available) Basic Life (Company Paid) & Supplemental Life Short and Long Term Disability (Company Paid) Flexible Spending Accounts/Health Savings Accounts Paid Parental Leave 401(k) with company match Tuition/Continuing Education Reimbursement Life Assistance Program Pet Care Discounts We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer - Veterans / Disabled. For a complete EEO statement, please see our Career page at Antech Careers. Note to Search Firms/Agencies Antech Diagnostics, Inc. and its subsidiaries and affiliates (Antech) do not compensate search firms for unsolicited assistance unless they have a written search agreement with Antech and the requisition is position-specific. Any resumes, curriculum vitae, and other unsolicited assistance from search firms that do not have a written search agreement or position-specific requisition submitted to any Associate of Antech will be deemed the sole property of Antech and no fee will be paid in the event the candidate is hired by Antech.

Job Description Hours: full-time, 40 hrs/week Pay Range: $75K-$95k Individual compensation is based on various factors including skills, experience, qualifications, and other job-related factors. We offer competitive pay, spot bonuses, medical, dental and vision insurance, paid time-off, family leave, wellness benefits, 401k w/employer match, health savings and dependent care plans, creative work environment, and more. The Senior Buyer at Digifabshop/CWKA works with Project Management, Operations, Finance and Leadership Teams to provide a broad spectrum of support in the daily execution of project-specific purchasing and management of vendor relationships. Duties and Responsibilities: The Senior Buyer attends the Biweekly Project Meeting to gain a thorough understanding of the scope of work, schedule and materials & services needed to complete the project. The Senior Buyer works directly with the Project Manager and Lead Engineer to identify material budgets, specifications and lead times on specialty and large purchases. Material Research - Understand, evaluate, and analyze specifications and requirements for custom items and commodity bids to determine the optimal method of procurement; consult with internal Teams on what and how the product is being used. Help expand our supplier base and build a knowledge of available materials that the vendors offer. (This allows us to consider all available material options, while comparing pricing, evaluating payment term options, and determining best lead-time/availability. Review pending orders with project teams and provide suggestions for finding alternative products to those originally suggested, that may be priced better/have better availability or lead times. Help negotiate with vendors for better lead-times and pricing. Track materials that are ready to be purchased via the company's ERP system and work with project teams to understand when materials are needed in the shop for projects. Review options for sourcing these materials, while negotiating the best possible price for each order. Write purchase orders to secure materials/products in time for operations and project teams. Estimating/RFQs- Be a source for both Estimating and Project Management in terms of where to procure materials, which vendors have exceeded our expectations on price, quality, and schedule. Submit requests for quotes for materials and supplies to obtain the best pricing and lead times. Retain quotes for negotiating later when releasing purchase orders for active projects. Purchasing- Actively participate in a project handoff meeting with Project Management to understand the materials needed, review schedule, budget, and establish guidelines for the purchasing of project materials. Understand what purchases require more information and how to pull this information together to complete the buyout package. This could include drawings, custom specifications, and previous quotes for reference. Build and maintain good vendor relationships, establishing fluid communication - responding promptly to vendor emails and calls. Onboard new suppliers, which includes negotiating payment terms, insurance requirements and lien waivers as needed. Accurately create Purchase Orders that clearly identify the items or services that are being purchased. (All pertinent information should be on the PO for clear communication to both the vendor and internal teams.) Accurately code the line items into Epicor and execute with the selected vendor. Communicate potential material issues, both cost and schedule related to the respective team members. Meet with Operations and Project Management to discuss short- and long-term project material purchasing. Review material costs to date compared to budgets established and report progress. Prepare and execute custom material ordering, reviewing with engineering and project management for accuracy and getting all orders over $10,000 signed off by the project manager. Accounting- Establish and negotiate credit terms with vendors and work to improve our financial flexibility by negotiating better terms with our vendors. Review materials with Shipper/Receiver when they arrive, to understand what has been ordered, evaluate quality issues, react to damages or inconsistences and rectify with the vendors. Work with management and the Finance Director on vendor payment issues. Buying- Work with multiple vendors to ensure pricing accuracy. Negotiate shipping costs and determine what will work for our schedule. Understanding material needs, availability and presenting alternates when product is not available. Request, collect and organize documentation for LEED projects. (Understand what qualifies for credits and follow up for the proper paperwork with vendors prior to entering their invoice.) Maintain FSC material recordkeeping. Overall: Keep a positive attitude even when things do not go as planned. Quality control check all documentation incoming and outgoing. Maintain clear communication with everyone including expectations and accountability. Know the status of pending orders, track the progress, and relay information to the team to keep everyone informed of status. Preferred skills/qualifications: Millwork/Construction Industry knowledge and work experience. Previous Project Management and/or Project Buying experience. Proven success in Negotiating Payment terms, pricing, and better lead-times. Experience working in an ERP System. (CWKA uses Epicor ERP) Epicor experience a plus. Experience working in a fast-paced, challenging environment. Able to hold vendors accountable to product availability, pricing, and payment terms. Able to work with multiple adjacent teams, including Finance/Operations, Project Management, Receiving, and Engineering, while also being able to work independently as needed. Successful in completing tasks by established deadline. Experience: Project Management: 1 year (Preferred) Project Buying: 2 years (Required) Commercial construction: 2 years (Required) ERP systems: 1 year (Preferred) Job Title: Senior Buyer Team: Projects Reports to: Director of Project Management Direct Reports: Yes Digifabshop is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating a diverse workforce. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, marital or domestic violence victim status, sexual orientation, gender identity, transgender status, genetic predisposition or carrier status, military or veteran status, familial status, prior arrest or conviction record, pregnancy or related conditions, known relation or association with any member of a protected class, or any other protected class, or any other protected characteristic as established by federal or state law. Digifabshop will make reasonable accommodations for known physical or mental limitations of otherwise qualified employees and applicants with disabilities unless the accommodation would impose an undue hardship on the operation of our business. Powered by JazzHR 57FsdJ8Y9y

Job Title: BuyerJob Description The Buyer is responsible for sourcing and purchasing materials, products, and services to meet organizational requirements while ensuring cost efficiency, quality standards, and timely delivery. This role involves managing supplier relationships and collaborating with internal teams to support production and operational goals. The Buyer will also monitor inventory levels, identify cost-saving opportunities, and maintain compliance with company policies and industry regulations. Responsibilities + Responsible for purchasing activities for site requirements, including raw materials, MRO (Maintenance, Repair, and Operations), and indirect goods/services. + Prepare, enter, transmit, and maintain purchase orders with vendors for assigned materials. + Review confirmations prior to material receipts. + Monitor inventory levels for assigned materials daily and assess inventory levels relative to inbound shipments. + Make adjustments as needed to ensure a timely flow of material into the plant while maintaining appropriate inventory levels. + Work closely with operations, maintenance, and finance teams to align purchasing with business needs. + Support inventory management and optimize stock levels. Essential Skills + Experience in purchasing, purchase orders, and supply chain management. + Proficiency in SAP and ERP systems. + Strong Microsoft Excel skills. + Experience in buying and procurement. + Familiarity with MRP and data entry. + Proficiency in Microsoft Office. Additional Skills & Qualifications + Associate's Degree or equivalent experience in purchasing or procurement. + 1 to 3 years of experience using ERP systems, particularly SAP. Work Environment Located in Schenectady, NY, this role operates in a business casual dress code environment. The work schedule is Monday to Friday from 8 am to 5 pm. This is a 3 to 6 month contract opportunity with the potential for extension, including accrued sick time through NYS. The company has recently been acquired by a growing international manufacturer. Job Type & Location This is a Contract position based out of Schenectady, NY. Pay and Benefits The pay range for this position is $20.00 - $30.00/hr. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: - Medical, dental & vision - Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital - 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available - Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) - Short and long-term disability - Health Spending Account (HSA) - Transportation benefits - Employee Assistance Program - Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave) Workplace Type This is a fully onsite position in Schenectady,NY. Application Deadline This position is anticipated to close on Jan 26, 2026. About Actalent Actalent is a global leader in engineering and sciences services and talent solutions. We help visionary companies advance their engineering and science initiatives through access to specialized experts who drive scale, innovation and speed to market. With a network of almost 30,000 consultants and more than 4,500 clients across the U.S., Canada, Asia and Europe, Actalent serves many of the Fortune 500. The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law. If you would like to request a reasonable accommodation, such as the modification or adjustment of the job application process or interviewing due to a disability, please email actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com (%20actalentaccommodation@actalentservices.com) for other accommodation options.

In business since 2000, LanceSoft is a nationally certified Minority Business Enterprise (MBE) that has established itself as a pioneer in providing highly scalable, cost-effective workforce solutions to a diverse set of customers across various industries in the United States. Headquartered in Virginia, LanceSoft currently operates out of several locations in the US and Canada. Job Description 1. Warranty order and returned material authorization fulfillment, including entry of the order in Oracle, tracking fulfillment of the warranty order and reconciliation with RMA requests. 2. Export shipment request initiation and execution, including working with logistics and International Trade Controls teams to ensure timely shipment and delivery to customer and/or field teams 3. Field Service tooling inventory and management, including initiating Carnet requests for temporary export of tooling and tracking to ensure reimport prior to Carnet expiration. 4. Customer Service Portal administration and management, including tracking and managing field issues and assigning appropriate field personnel, administering customer facing documentation including operation & maintenance manuals, product safety bulletins, technical service bulletins and software release updates. 5. Sales order entry and management, including working with Commercial and finance teams to ensure orders are properly entered, invoiced and tracked. 6. Support Sourcing teams with Oracle data entry and migration of purchasing systems from GE Transportation to GE Power & Water. 7. Other duties as assigned. Qualifications Minimum Qualifications: • Associates degree in Business or Operations; Bachelor's degree preferred. • Experience business applications including Oracle, Salesforce.com and Microsoft Office applications. • Familiarity with Logistics and International Trade Control regulations • Exceptional focus on Customer fulfillment. • Well organized, independent self-starter with ability to multi-task • Strong verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills with ability to interact with all levels of the organization • Experience working within engineering and manufacturing environments Additional Information Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, gender Identity, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, pregnancy, or other status protected by law. We wish to thank all applicants for their interest and effort in applying for this position, however, only candidates selected for interviews will be contacted. No unsolicited agency referrals please.

This position reports to the Assistant Director of Facilities Operations and Services, reviews and estimates work requests for Facilities and University clients by identifying labor, materials, and time requirements, as well as studying proposals, blueprints, specifications, and related documents. The role is essential in processing and estimating a wide range of over 30,000 work requests submitted annually. The Assistant Preventative Maintenance Manager will be responsible for maintaining, developing, and implementing the preventative maintenance program. The position serves as a liaison between Facilities Management and the University community. Primary Responsibilities: * Manages the Computerized Maintenance Management System, AiM, by processing Ready Requests, and creating work orders. * Review and estimate work requests for Facilities and University clients and identify labor, material, and time requirements by studying proposals, blueprints, specifications, and related documents. Work with the FOS assistant director and PDC staff, reviewing small projects for estimation purposes. * Assist in the development of the preventative maintenance (PM) program by creating PM activities, frequencies, standards, and generating the monthly work assignments. * Customer service, answering calls, and assisting the University Community. * Interact with clients and keep them informed on specific work requests. * Issue keys to faculty/staff for personal use or to trade shops for daily use. * Provide support to the Assistant Director of FOS. * Assisting the Assistant Director of FOS with the asbestos program and asbestos projects. * Other reasonable duties as assigned. Functional and Supervisory Relationships: * Reports to: Assistant Director, Facilities Operations & Services * May supervise employees as assigned (if no direct reports at time of filling position): N/A Job Requirements: * Shift 7:00 AM - 3:30 PM, Saturday/Sunday pass days. * Digital Literacy--Working knowledge of the Microsoft Office suite, including Excel, Word, Teams and Outlook. * Strong Customer Service skills. * Ability to work independently as well as work collaboratively with others. * Ability to adapt and be flexible within a busy office environment. * Strong Organization & Attention to Detail. * Problem-Solving & Critical Thinking: The ability to identify issues, analyze situations objectively, and develop creative, well-thought-out solutions quickly is highly valued. * Willingness to obtain Asbestos Supervisor License. Requirements: Minimum Qualifications: * Associate's degree in a related field from a college or University accredited by the US Department of Education, OR a minimum of five years of experience in building. maintenance, construction management, or project estimating. * Experience with a Computerized Maintenance Management Software. * Applicants must demonstrate an ability to develop inclusive and equitable relationships within our diverse campus community. * Applicants must demonstrate an ability to support diversity, equity, access, inclusion, and belonging relative to their role. Preferred Qualifications: * 5 to 10 years of experience in building operations or facilities management. * Bachelor's degree or related field from a college or University accredited by the US Department of Education or internationally recognized accrediting organization. * Asbestos Supervisor Certificate. * Code Enforcement Officer. Working Environment: * Busy office environment. * Ability to move throughout the campus on foot, including climbing stairs in all University buildings, and stairs and/or ladders on construction sites. Additional Information: Professional Rank and Salary Range: Staff Assistant, SL2, $57,000 - $62,000 Special Notes: Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. If you currently need sponsorship or will need it in the future to maintain employment authorization, you do not meet eligibility requirements. Additionally, please note that UAlbany is not an E-Verify employer. The Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act, or Clery Act, mandates that all Title IV institutions, without exception, prepare, publish, and distribute an Annual Security Report. This report consists of two basic parts: disclosure of the University's crime statistics for the past three years; and disclosures regarding the University's current campus security policies. 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THE UNIVERSITY AT ALBANY IS AN EO/AA/IRCA/ADA EMPLOYER Please apply online via ************************************************************** Application Instructions: Applicants MUST submit the following documents: * Resume/CV * Cover letter stating all the required minimum qualifications and any of the applicable preferred qualifications * Contact information for three professional references Note: After submitting your resume/CV, the subsequent pages give you instructions for uploading additional documents (i.e. cover letter etc.). See the FAQ for using our online system. Please contact us if you need assistance applying through this website. Returning Applicants - Login to your UAlbany Careers Account to check your completed application. A review of applications will start on December 9, 2025 and the search will remain open until the position is filled.