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Open Systems Inc. (OSI) was founded in 1994 to provide information technology solutions and staffing services to large and mid-size companies across the U.S. Our corporate office is located at 6495 Shiloh Road, Ste 310 Alpharetta, GA 30005. We provide a full range of staffing services including contract, contract-to-hire, and direct hire solutions. Our technical recruiting experts are experienced in technical screening, candidate sourcing, and behavioral interviewing techniques. They focus on providing candidates who match your technical requirements and fit seamlessly into your company culture Job Description Title: Buyer/Purchasing Agent Duration: Temp to Hire Location: Reno NV (89431) Job Purpose Are you tech savvy and a master negotiator? Our ideal candidate will contribute with passion and proven technical expertise to establish and manage vendors. Further, the candidate will execute timely procurement of services, parts etc. to ensure successful production operations. Primary Role and Responsibilities Part of a team that manages the sourcing and purchasing of materials, sub-assemblies, supplies, equipment and services at the most favorable cost and at terms consistent with providing superior service to customers via MRP analysis and reports Role will be responsible for the ordering and receipt of materials requested by Production and Engineering teams for ongoing construction and manufacturing production. Responsible for daily communication with the receiving team and confirmation of materials arriving. Also, responsible for handoff of materials to the team member expecting materials. Work with Manufacturing Management and Production Engineering to establish specifications and procurement needs to ensure successful operations. Identify and select vendors to procure materials and/or equipment etc. to meet criteria of price, quality, quantity, availability, and delivery dates and place orders Perform accurate and timely execution of incoming requests while maintaining high Quality and Customer Service standards Provide suggestions to improve supply chain, solve shortage issue and strengthen supplier relationships Analyze departmental purchase requisitions for completeness and accuracy of information. Contact department or initiator to clarify and complete information. Determine method needed to process requisition. Monitor and maintain records regarding pricing and ordering of materials Control MOQ (minimum order quantity), freight and handling costs Monitor, analyze and report material variances to standard cost. Prepare reports analysis and recommendations Assist in all the other purchasing/planning department duties as requires Other miscellaneous duties as assigned Qualifications Education, Experience, and Qualifications Bachelor's degree in business or related field preferred. 1-5 years of equivalent work experience preferred. Strong knowledge of MRP a plus. Proficient in MS Office with strong EXCEL skills. Data analysis experience. Operate as a collaborative team member and function with minimum supervision Thrive in demanding, deadline driven culture Ability to multi-task, pay attention to detail ad prioritize/manage multiple projects simultaneously Excellent organizational skills as well as strong written and verbal communication skills Ability to lift 35lbs or more regularly. Additional Information We need candidates with less than 3 - 4 years experience. Interns are also fine.

**What You'll Be Doing** + Develop relationships with Microsoft PSS and others resulting in Arrow being able to gain competitive advantage on sales opportunities and be a supplier advocate within Arrow. + Work as a resource for the sales team to enable navigation to assist in selling Microsoft to customers and to position Arrow appropriately with Microsoft at both the corporate and local levels. + Identify specific market segments and customers to market specific solutions to the Arrow sales team with the goal being to grow customer base. + Work with Arrow sales teams to develop strategies to grow sales/market share with Microsoft and conduct stakeholder management with key constituents in other departments to enable implementation of strategies. + Implement ease of doing business initiatives with Microsoft + Understand Microsoft programs and incentives related to your assigned product responsibility + Build and execute Microsoft strategy and business plans + Drive influential Microsoft resources into customer engagements + Plan and prepare QBRs and attend regional QBRs where required. Own the pipeline and forecast for Microsoft solution **What We Are Looking For:** + Enterprise level SaaS and Services sales success focused on margin + Experience selling through the Channel SaaS based solutions + In-depth knowledge and experience in Microsoft Cloud Sales + Ability to solve complex problems; takes a new perspective using existing solutions Process oriented and analytical + Strong SF.com proficiency and forecasting accuracy + Self-starter, gritty & coachable + Team oriented leader + Strong work ethic and proven track record in a KPI based Sales Model **Education/Experience:** + 4-year degree with a minimum of 6+ years of experience working in the channel **Work Arrangement** + Fully Remote: Must be able to travel to an Arrow office location as requested by Arrow leadership. **What's In It For You** At Arrow, we recognize that financial rewards and great benefits are important aspects of an ideal job. That's why we offer competitive financial compensation, including various compensation plans, and a solid benefits package. + Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance + 401k, With Matching Contributions + Short-Term/Long-Term Disability Insurance + Health Savings Account (HSA)/Health Reimbursement Account (HRA) Options + Paid Time Off (including sick, holiday, vacation, etc.) + Tuition Reimbursement + Growth Opportunities + And more! #LI-LH1 **Annual Hiring Range/Hourly Rate:** $98,900.00 - $179,146.44 Actual compensation offer to candidate may vary from posted hiring range based upon geographic location, work experience, education, and/or skill level. The pay ratio between base pay and target incentive (if applicable) will be finalized at offer. **Location:** US-WA-Washington (Remote Employees) Remote work employees may be required to be present at the closest designated Arrow office for work-related purposes, at the Company's request and sole discretion. **Time Type:** Full time **Job Category:** Product & Supplier Management **EEO Statement:** Arrow is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, gender, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status. (Arrow EEO/AAP policy) (https://cdn.phenompeople.com/CareerConnectResources/ARELUS/documents/EqualEmploymentOpportunityPolicy\_UnitedStates\_2024-***********40.pdf) _We anticipate this requisition will be open for a minimum of five days, though it may be open for a longer period of time. We encourage your prompt application._ _In any materials you submit, you may redact or remove age-identifying information such as age, date of birth, or dates of school attendance or graduation. You will not be penalized for redacting or removing this information._ Arrow Electronics, Inc.'s policy is to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, marital status, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, citizenship, veran status, genetic information, or any other characteristics protected by applicable state, federal or local laws. Our policy of equal employment opportunity and affirmative action applies to all employment decisions personnel policies and practices, or programs.

Description Are you a procurement detail oriented experienced in the energy sector? Do you thrive in dynamic startup environments where you can build new processes from the ground up? Robert Half Contract Finance and Accounting is seeking a Procurement Manager for a fast-growing organization. What You'll Do: Develop and roll out company-wide procurement policies and best practices from scratch, with a focus on compliance, process discipline, and cost efficiency Oversee all procurement activities Take ownership of vendor relationships-fostering trust with existing partners and proactively identifying and onboarding new suppliers Collaborate closely with project managers in the field to centralize and streamline vendor negotiations, removing this responsibility from operations leaders Support applications for tax credits through thorough documentation and strategic vendor management Tackle the unique challenges of a start-up in growth mode Monitor and report on spending, seek opportunities for savings, and ensure transparency for executive leadership Why Join? Play an instrumental role in a high-visibility project critical to the company's future Influence procurement strategy from day one as the business ramps up for large-scale operations Join a collaborative, entrepreneurial team environment with executive support If you're ready to build, lead, and make your mark in the energy industry, apply today or contact us at 775-828-0969 to learn more about this exciting opportunity! Requirements Demonstrated procurement leadership within geothermal, oil & gas, or heavy industrial sectors (required) Track record of building or reinventing procurement policies and processes Strong negotiation, relationship-building, and problem-solving skills Experience with PO management and familiarity with ERP or purchasing systems Resilience and adaptability-ready to address supplier concerns and restore trust after operational disruptions Robert Half is the world's first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles. Robert Half works to put you in the best position to succeed. We provide access to top jobs, competitive compensation and benefits, and free online training. Stay on top of every opportunity - whenever you choose - even on the go. Download the Robert Half app (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/mobile-app) and get 1-tap apply, notifications of AI-matched jobs, and much more. All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information. © 2025 Robert Half. An Equal Opportunity Employer. M/F/Disability/Veterans. By clicking "Apply Now," you're agreeing to Robert Half's Terms of Use (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/terms) and Privacy Notice (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/privacy) .

Do you want to join a team that's changing the world? Do you have a strong background as a Procurement Strategy Manager? Then we're looking for you! Check out the job description and apply now! Put your skills to meaningful use, gain unique experience, and work with world-class team members with diverse backgrounds and expertise who share the same vision. Join the Panasonic Energy Corporation of North America (PECNA) team today! **Responsibilities** ******************************************** ( _by clicking this link you are being referred to an external site that is not part of Panasonic_ ) **Meet the Recruiter** **:** Princess Damato **Essential Duties:** + Assess supplier capabilities, develop sourcing strategy, and provide sourcing category expertise for battery raw materials for lithium-ion cell production + Collaborate with Procurement, Supplier Quality, Material Development to qualify new suppliers + Support industrialization and localization efforts for battery materials and supplier readiness + Lead contract negotiations and complex supplier agreements + Function as the procurement liaison between US and Japan teams + Build and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders in the battery raw materials industry, enhance collaboration and secure long-term strategic partnerships + Evaluate, identify and mitigate supply risks related to investment, supplier partnerships, and ensure a sustainable supply chain + Monitor supplier performance and continuous improvement using data-driven KPIs, supplier metrics, and score cards through supplier qualification and development processes + Analyze and report on battery material market trends and technical innovations, leverage industry insights and analytics to drive sourcing decisions. + Note: this is an individual contributor position. **Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) Requirements:** + To ensure the health and safety in the workplace and for the protection of our employees', wearing PPE is a possibility and includes equipment such as a full Tyvek suit, safety shoes, gloves, safety glasses, face mask, and a full hazmat suit that includes a respirator. _The foregoing description is not intended and should not be construed to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills and efforts or work conditions associated with the job. It is intended to be an accurate reflection of the general nature and level of the job._ **Qualifications** **Requirements - Required and/or Preferred** **Education** + Bachelor's in Procurement, Supply Chain, Engineering, or a related field required, Masters degree preferred + Minimum of 10 years of Procurement Strategy, Global Sourcing, Battery Materials Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Mining, Metal Refining, Metallurgy, Electrochemical Engineering or related area and/or equivalent relevant work experience + Strong Knowledge and experience in the battery raw materials + Experience in Supplier Development and/or Strategic Procurement + Proven ability working in a highly process driven & fast turnaround environment. + A high level of written and verbal communication and presentation skills. + Highly driven self-starter with proficient time management, planning and organization skills. + High degree of flexibility, willingness to work across different time zones and conduct business travel to potential suppliers + Strong communication and interpersonal skills. **Preferred Qualifications:** + Japanese language skills would be an asset but are not required. **Physical Demands** Physical Activities: Percentage of time (equaling 100%) during the normal workday the employee is required to: + Sit: 40% + Walk: 30% + Stand: 20% + Lift: 10% Required Lifting and Carrying: _Not required (0%), Occasional (1-33%), Frequent (34-66%, Continuous (67-100%)_ For this position the required frequency is: + Up to 10 lbs.: Occasional + Up to 20 lbs.: Occasional + Up to 35 lbs.: Occasional + Team-lift only (over 35 lbs.): Not Required **Benefits & Perks - What's In It For You:** Panasonic Energy prioritizes total well-being and offers comprehensive benefits options to support physical, emotional, financial, social, and environmental health: + **Health Benefits** - Offering medical, dental, vision, prescription plans, plus Health Savings Account and Flexible Spending Account options. + **Voluntary Benefits** - Life, accident, critical illness, disability, legal, identity theft, and pet insurance. + **Panasonic Retirement Savings & Investment Plan (PRSIP)** - 401(k) plan with company matching contributions and immediate vesting. + **Paid Time-Off Benefits** - Vacation, holidays, personal days, sick leave, volunteer, and parental & caregiver leave. + **Educational Assistance** - Tuition reimbursement for job-related courses after six months of service. + **Health Management and Wellbeing Programs** -Lifestyle Spending Account, EAP, virtual health management, chronic condition, neurodiversity, tobacco cessation, substance abuse support, and life stage and fertility resources. Available to eligible employees starting the first day of the month following your start date. Eligibility for each benefit may vary based on employment status, location, and length of service. + **Employee Recognition Program** - High5 employee recognition and awards platform, quarterly and annual employee recognition + **Annual Bonus Program** - Opportunity for an annual performance-based bonus. + **On-site Food Options** : Several on-site cafes, plentiful snack and beverage kitchens, revolving on-site vendor visits and employee events + **Free Shuttle** : Rides to and from work! **Where You'll Be:** For our onsite roles, Panasonic Energy is committed to fostering an ideal working environment that goes beyond the conventional. We understand the significance of moments that matter in your onsite experience, and we prioritize creating a workspace that not only promotes productivity but also ensures a fulfilling and positive work atmosphere. Join us at Panasonic Energy, where your onsite presence is valued, and we strive to make each moment count in your professional journey. **Who We Are:** Meet Panasonic Energy! At Panasonic Energy, you'll do work that matters as we are dedicated to transforming the world through the acceleration of sustainable energy. By producing safe, high-quality lithium-ion batteries, you become part of a team that plays a crucial role in creating technologies that move us. Our journey began in 2017, and now, as the world's largest lithium-ion battery factory, we are expanding operations to De Soto, Kansas, providing you with the opportunity to experience career growth in more ways than one. As an innovative thinker, you'll thrive here, as we continually push the boundaries of lithium-ion battery technology and production capabilities to enhance efficiency and performance in EVs. Being part of Panasonic Energy means positively contributing to society, aligning with our commitment to building a better world through sustainable energy solutions. We care about what you care about, fostering an environment where your contributions make a meaningful impact on the future of energy and transportation. Join us and be part of a team that values your work, encourages innovation, and actively contributes to a positive societal impact. In addition to an environment that is as innovative as our products, we offer competitive salaries and benefits. **We Take Opportunity Seriously:** At Panasonic Energy, we are committed to a workplace that genuinely fosters inclusion and belonging. Fairness and Honesty have been part of our core values for more than 100 years and we are proud of our diverse culture as an equal opportunity employer. We understand that your career search may look different than others and embrace the professional, personal, educational, and volunteer opportunities through which people gain experience. If you are actively looking or starting to explore new opportunities, submit your application! **Supplemental Information:** Pre-employment drug testing is required. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by law. All qualified individuals are required to perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodation. _Due to the high volume of responses, we will only be able to respond to candidates of interest. All candidates must have valid authorization to work in the U.S. without restriction._ Thank you for your interest in Panasonic Energy Corporation of North America. \#LI-PD1 R-102717

Job Description American Battery Technology Company (ABTC) provides technical development and commercialization of domestic, sustainable sourcing of critical battery materials through lithium-ion battery recycling and battery metal extraction technologies for use in batteries that power electric cars, grid storage applications, and consumer electronics and tools. Our first of kind systems produce commercial-scale battery materials that are sold into the battery manufacturing supply chain. As our Procurement Manager of CAPEX, you will be responsible for supporting the sourcing and evaluation of negotiating terms and conditions, preparing recommendations to decision makers, facilitating execution of contracts for design consultants, equipment vendors, and construction contractors on our capital projects across the organization, and conducting any other procurement activities necessary to deliver materials and services as needed. This individual plays an important role in analyzing the enterprise relationship of key suppliers with the objective of maximizing value and identifying benefits through the promotion of a joint collaborative approach. Please note that this is an individual contributor role. Requirements Communicates with cross functional teams, including management, regularly regarding the technical requirements and build-out of our capital infrastructure. Drives contracting from request for proposal development through to the signing of agreements and follows through with oversight of contracts throughout execution. Assesses market material availability and pricing; reasonably predicts future availability based on the market, delivery systems, and other variables. Evaluates spending operations while seeking ways to improve and enhance the quality of products purchased and the timeliness of deliveries. Maintains relationships with suppliers while continually scouting for additional vendors Compiles and analyzes data to perform bid levelling and price analysis, as well as reviewing proposals to establish price objectives. Stays up to date on industry trends and new products. Monitors and update relevant departments regarding price fluctuations of goods and vendor pricing Manages an efficient flow of goods to ensure optimum production. Attends meetings with the legal team, technical team, vendors, suppliers and more. Negotiates all commercial terms associated with the contracting process and acts as a liaison for legal resources. Hands-on at construction sites and actively seeks answers to potential contractual discrepancies. Maintains and or implements purchasing and recordkeeping systems. Performs other duties as assigned. Qualifications 3+ years of experience in sourcing, simple contracting, operational efficiency projects, or relevant commodity experience. Bachelor's Degree in business, Supply Chain, Engineering, Construction Management or related field, or equivalent in years of experience. Strong communication and project management skills with a proven track record of ability to influence peers and Sr leadership. Ability to deal with ambiguity in a high performing/growing business. Excellent at communicating and collaborating cross-functionally and working within a matrixed organization. Ability to lead projects and influence within peer group and without direct reports. Strong influential leadership and ability to forge relationships. Solid knowledge of accounting processes and systems. Ability to positively collaborate in a team environment. Benefits Competitive salary Company-sponsored health, dental, vision, and life insurance Parental Leave Company-sponsored Employee Assistance Program Stock options 401(K) Flexible paid time off Monthly phone stipend Equal Opportunity Employer American Battery Technology Company is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. Americans With Disabilities Act American Battery Technology Company does not discriminate based upon disability in its hiring or employment practices and complies with the ADA title I employment regulations. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability or a special need, please contact Human Resources.

**Supply Chain Sourcing & Procurement, Senior Manager Consulting** **About the role** As a **Senior Manager, Sourcing & Procurement Consulting** , you will make an impact by leading client engagements and growing the Sourcing & Procurement practice. You will deliver Source to Pay (STP) transformation, commercial negotiations, and technology-enabled solutions that reduce cost, improve compliance, and accelerate time to value for consumer goods clients. You will be a valued member of the Consulting team and work collaboratively with practice leaders, client executives, and cross-functional delivery teams. **In this role, you will:** · Lead client engagements end to end for STP transformations: discovery, solution design, business case, implementation roadmap, and benefits realization. · Drive business development: qualify opportunities, lead proposals and pricing, build client relationships, and close new work. · Deliver technology-enabled solutions: design and implement sourcing, procurement, CLM, and vendor management solutions using platforms such as Coupa, SAP Ariba, iCertis, or equivalent. · Manage people and capability: lead and mentor a team of consultants and senior consultants; set goals, run performance reviews, and support hiring. · Develop thought leadership and practice assets: create POVs, white papers, and go-to-market materials; represent the practice in webinars and analyst engagements. **Work model:** We believe hybrid work is the way forward as we strive to provide flexibility wherever possible. Based on this role's business requirements, this is a hybrid position requiring regular travel (up to 50%) and presence in client or Cognizant offices within the US Eastern or Central Time Zones. Regardless of your working arrangement, we are here to support a healthy work-life balance through our various wellbeing programs. The working arrangements for this role are accurate as of the date of posting. This may change based on the project you're engaged in, as well as business and client requirements. Rest assured; we will always be clear about role expectations. **What you need to have to be considered** · 8+ years of consulting or industry experience in sourcing, procurement, or STP transformations, with at least 3 years in a client-facing senior role. · Demonstrated track record leading end-to-end procurement transformations for large enterprises (preferably consumer goods). · Hands-on experience with at least one major STP platform (Coupa, SAP Ariba, iCertis, Jaggaer, or equivalent). · Strong commercial acumen: built financial models and delivered measurable savings or value realization. · Excellent stakeholder management and presentation skills; fluent English. · Experience managing and mentoring teams, including performance management and hiring. **These will help you stand out** · Prior experience at a Tier 1 management consulting firm or large systems integrator. · Familiarity with adjacent supply chain functions (planning, logistics, O2C) and S&OP integration. · Project management certification (PMP, Prince2, Agile) or equivalent delivery experience. · Experience with procurement analytics, CLM, and vendor risk management tools. We're excited to meet people who share our mission and can make an impact in a variety of ways. Don't hesitate to apply, even if you only meet the minimum requirements listed. Think about your transferable experiences and unique skills that make you stand out as someone who can bring new and exciting things to this role. **Work Authorization:** Cognizant will only consider applicants for this position who are legally authorized to work in the United States without company sponsorship (H-1B, L-1B, L-1A, etc.) **Salary and Other Compensation:** Applications will be accepted until December **20, 2025** . The annual salary for this position is between **$98,853 - $158,500** depending on experience and other qualifications of the successful candidate. This position is also eligible for Cognizant's discretionary annual incentive program, based on performance and subject to the terms of Cognizant's applicable plans. **Benefits:** Cognizant offers the following benefits for this position, subject to applicable eligibility requirements: · Medical/Dental/Vision/Life Insurance · Paid holidays plus Paid Time Off. · 401(k) plan and contributions. · Long-term/Short-term Disability. · Paid Parental Leave. · Employee Stock Purchase Plan Cognizant is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religion, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, age, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Eaton's GEIS division is currently seeking a Supply Chain Manager. The expected annual salary range for this role is $113000 - $165000 a year. Please note the salary information shown above is a general guideline only. Salaries are based upon candidate skills, experience, and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations. **What you'll do:** + Manage and direct supply chain personnel in the planning, scheduling, procurement, and inventory control of material to ensure on-time delivery of customer orders while maintaining assigned inventory levels. + Work with corporate commodity teams on supplier performance and cost out programs. + Serve as member of the plant's senior management team and provide leadership and support for all local, division and corporate initiatives and objectives. + Manage current and future demand requirements with manufacturing and supplier capabilities/capacities to ensure completion of customer requirements + Ownership of the Production Plan from S&OP monthly process derived from the sales forecast. + Analyze data, including enterprise requirements planning information and prepare consolidated managerial reports as needed to facilitate and recommend actions to ensure plant/product line optimal Supply Chain execution + Ensure correct planning parameters and transaction disciplines are utilized in order execution systems (SAP) to ensure proper order generation and inventory balances + Manage material cost and schedule impact of proposed engineering changes in addition to taking necessary action to ensure successful implementation and incorporation of approved engineering releases + Meet or exceed key metrics of days on hand, gross inventory, plant and supplier on-time delivery, days payable outstanding, cost savings, cycle count accuracy, supplier invoice on-hold metrics, and profit plan/budget forecasts. Manage inventory levels in order to meet established inventory & Day-on-Hand targets. + Ensure the accuracy of physical inventory to assure the timely fulfillment of customer orders while maintaining inventory levels that are beneficial to the overall operation of the company + Foster an environment that promotes Eaton's vision, encourages continuous improvement while aligning with supply chain functional requirements (i.e. Materials Management Assessment) + Support SCM strategic initiatives and helps to lead related functional SCM/OpA assessments + Support SCM organizational capabilities and bench strength through functional excellence, training and coaching **Qualifications:** **Basic Qualifications:** - Bachelor's degree from an accredited university - Minimum of three (3) years of supply chain management experience in a manufacturing environment - Minimum of two (2) years of planning experience - Minimum of two (2) years of people management experience OR 7 years of planning experience - Eaton will not consider applicants for employment immigration sponsorship or support for this position. This means that Eaton will not support any CPT, OPT, or STEM OPT plans, F-1, H-1B, H-1B cap registration, O-1, E-3, TN status, 1-485 job profitability, etc. **Preferred Qualifications:** - Bachelor's degree in Business Management, Supply Chain, Engineering or related technical degree - MBA in supply chain - 5 years in a solid manufacturing background environment with an emphasis in material, purchasing, supply chain improvement and production leadership experience - APICS certification - CPIM, CSCP or CPM - SAP/SAP BW experience - LEAN implementation experience We are committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees. Employment decisions are based upon job-related reasons regardless of an applicant's race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, marital status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by law. Eaton believes in second chance employment. Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction history will be considered regardless of their arrest or conviction history, consistent with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance, the California Fair Chance Act and other local laws. You do not need to disclose your conviction history or participate in a background check until a conditional job offer is made to you. After making a conditional offer and running a background check, if Eaton is concerned about conviction that is directly related to the job, you will be given the chance to explain the circumstances surrounding the conviction, provide mitigating evidence, or challenge the accuracy of the background report. To request a disability-related reasonable accommodation to assist you in your job search, application, or interview process, please call us at ************** to discuss your specific need. Only accommodation requests will be accepted by this phone number. We know that good benefit programs are important to employees and their families. Eaton provides various Health and Welfare benefits as well as Retirement benefits, and several programs that provide for paid and unpaid time away from work. Click here (********************************************* for more detail: Eaton Benefits Overview. Please note that specific programs and options available to an employee may depend on eligibility factors such as geographic location, date of hire, and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements.

Do you consider yourself to be a highly technical, strong communicator with the desire to work in a team environment on complex projects? Gilbane is seeking a Senior Procurement Manager who will be responsible for all purchasing activities in our Federal International Business Unit. Who are we? As a Top-10 ENR Contractor, Gilbane is a family-owned business with 45 offices that has been shaping communities since 1870. Consistently recognized as one of the most reputable construction management firms in the country, Gilbane is committed to delivering projects safely and on-time. We are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive and authentic workplace, so if you're excited about this role but your past experience doesn't align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles. Who are you? You are a coach/leader who leads with an inclusive and empathetic mindset. You provide feedback and guidance to help others excel in their current or future roles. You determine priorities, delegate work, and effectively communicate progress. You establish measures to assess the impact, quality, and timeliness of results while praising successes and sharing lessons learned. You build high performing teams by attracting, engaging, developing, and retaining talented individuals through motivation and discipline to maximize impact on the organization and the individual. You leverage business insights by understanding industry trends, local market/economic conditions, and Gilbane's business model to make critical decisions and create competitive advantage. You deploy a strategic mindset when considering solutions to long-term opportunities and risks that may develop in the future. Your core values match Gilbane's: Integrity, Caring, Teamwork, Toughmindedness, Dedication to Excellence, Discipline, Loyalty, and Entrepreneurship. What's in it for you? Gilbane offers employees multi-dimensional training opportunities through a number of resources. While managing your responsibilities to projects, you will be able to enroll in trainings through our award-winning Gilbane University to build leadership and technical skills. In addition, you would work with an experienced team which provides you with the opportunity to learn new industry skills every day. You will protect and promote the interests of both Gilbane and the client in all matters as well as demonstrating the personal characteristics of a developing leader. Responsibilities Provides oversight of all Business Unit Purchasing activities Identifies and tracks deviations on the Baseline SOP, if applicable, within the Business Unit Assists with resource and workload allocation and management Coordinates with operations for the purchasing requirements and trade contract flow downs from the prime agreement Acts in accordance with the corporate signing authority policy on all contracts, waivers, recommendations to award, and other documentation in accordance with the signature authority matrix Manages multiple purchasing teams and their projects Produces Trade Partner risk mitigation strategy and execution by coordinating with the operations teams, the risk management team, and the leadership team Coordinates and collaborates with the Support Operations and Preconstruction departments to incorporate their deliverables into the purchasing process Maintains Trade Contractor relationship management across a Business Unit or multiple Business Units. Elevates and collaborates with the specific Business Leader when issues arise Represents Gilbane Purchasing at Business Unit industry events and within the Diverse Owned Small Business (DOSB) vendor community Ensures all training is provided to gain a thorough understanding of all company policies and procedures Responsible for the career development and coaching of team members Fosters a positive and inclusive work environment to motivate and engage team members Interprets and translates the organizational strategy, ensuring team understanding of their role in accomplishing strategic goals Leads the prequalification process for international trade contractors Qualifications KEY COMPETENCIES Leverage Business Insights - Understand and act on industry trends, local market and economic conditions and our business model to make decisions and create competitive advantage. Deploy a Strategic Mindset - Take a broad, global perspective when considering proactive solutions to long-term opportunities and risks that might develop in the future. Display Emotional Intelligence - Demonstrate the capacity to recognize feelings and patterns of behavior and those of others. Manage emotions effectively in ourselves and our relationships. Build High Performing Teams - Attract, select, develop, recognize, and retain talented individuals. Utilize motivation and discipline to maximize performance and impact on the organization. Drive Team Accountability - Determine priorities and delegate work; monitor and communicate progress. Establish measures to assess the impact, quality and timeliness of results; praise success and learn from mistakes. Coach and Develop Others - Provide feedback, instruction, and development guidance to help others excel in their current or future job responsibilities. Plan for and support development of individual skills and abilities. EXPERIENCE/EDUCATION Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Construction Management, or similar technical field preferred but not required. Minimum 10 years Federal procurement experience with an understanding of Federal Acquisition Regulations and other supplements. 12+ years of experience managing/purchasing/procuring work of construction Trade Contractors Or equivalent combination of education and experience KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES Ability to lead multiple teams while encouraging them to work together towards a common goal by utilizing strengths of various team members Knowledge of the differences in design responsibility and how it flows down to Trade Contracts Knowledgeable in the different types of owner contracts and how they function Understand the federal government contractual compliance requirements. Understands the markets, business units, or regional operations in the areas of assigned responsibility (i.e. US territories, Asia, Middle East, Europe). Knowledge of risk management including Gilbane P&P bonds and Builders Risk Extensive knowledge of federal purchasing, construction and professional services subcontracting, and contract law, as they relate to Gilbane Federal project delivery. Proficient in applicable procurement systems and tools (i.e. CMiC) to perform their procurement activities. Salary to be determined based on factors such as geographic location, skills, education, and/or experience of the applicant, as well as the internal equity and alignment with the team. The pay ranges from $130,000 - $200,000 plus benefits and retirement program. Gilbane offers an excellent total compensation package which includes competitive health and welfare benefits and a generous profit-sharing/401k plan. We invest in our employees' education and have built Gilbane University into a top training organization in the construction industry. Qualified applicants who are offered a position must pass a pre-employment substance abuse test. Gilbane is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, or disability status. Note to Recruiters, Placement Agencies, and Similar Organizations: Gilbane does not accept unsolicited resumes from agencies. Please do not forward unsolicited agency resumes to our jobs alias, website, or to any Gilbane employee. Gilbane will not pay fees to any third party agency or firm and will not be responsible for any agency fees associated with unsolicited resumes. Unsolicited resumes received will be considered property of Gilbane and will be processed accordingly. We can recommend jobs specifically for you! Click here to get started.

**New College Grad Role** intended for students graduating with their **Bachelor's degree** by, or have graduated within, 12 months of cohort start date in **June/July 2026.** **Location** : this position is fully in office, in our Santa Clara Hub. Location is subjected to change based on business need. **The Team:** Oracle Cloud Infrastructure (OCI) is the first cloud built specifically for the enterprise. The team develops a suite of cloud infrastructure products that includes Compute products like Bare-Metal compute, Virtual Machines, Kubernetes Services, and Serverless Computing; Storage products like Block Store, Object Store and File Systems; Networking products like SDN, Load Balancers, and DNS; Security products like Key management and Identity systems; and Platform products like Notifications, Monitoring, and Streaming. In addition to these, we are also building a number of new services from the ground up. Learn more at oracle.com/cloud. **The Company:** Oracle is the world's leading provider of business software. With a presence in over 175 countries, we are one of the biggest technology companies on the planet. We're using innovative emerging technologies to tackle real-world problems today. From advancing energy efficiency to reimagining online commerce, the work we do is not only transforming the world of business-it's helping advance governments, power nonprofits, and giving billions of people the tools they need to outpace change. For more information about Oracle (NYSE:ORCL), visit us at oracle.com (********************************** . Responsibilities **What You'll Do:** + Serve as the primary interface with development teams and suppliers to provide materials and components for Oracle's product supply chain. + Lead cross-functional teams across multiple lines of business to drive competitive cost, supplier performance, and supply chain efficiencies. + Develop and implement supply chain initiatives and process improvements to optimize operations and establish best practices. + Apply balanced judgment and problem-solving skills to navigate complex and ambiguous situations. + Foster an environment that encourages exploration, innovation, and deployment of new ideas. + Demonstrate agility and adaptability while setting an example for others. + Build and maintain constructive relationships with internal stakeholders and external suppliers, influencing decisions across Oracle lines of business. + Manage supplier relationships, ensuring alignment with company goals and operational requirements. **Responsibilities** **What You'll Bring: (Objective Minimum Qualifications)** To be considered for a Supplier Sourcing Program Manager position in the Oracle Cloud Infrastructure organization, you must possess the Objective Minimum Qualifications (OMQs) below. Please ensure that your application clearly indicates that you meet these OMQs, by listing relevant academic/professional/personal projects on your resume. + Have at least a **Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain** or an equivalent field by **June 2026.** + Are proficient in **two or more** of the following areas: + Excel analyses, Excel Modeling, Jira, Scalable Forecasting Models + Have academic coursework, completed projects, prior internship and/or research experience or equivalent in **at least three** of the following areas: + Business Statistics/Quantitative Analysis + Microeconomics/Macroeconomics + Managerial Accounting/Financial Accounting + Operations Management + Procurement and Strategic Sourcing + Supply Chain Strategy/Global Supply Chain Management + Inventory Management + Supply Chain Analytics + Production and Manufacturing Systems + Project Management + Have proven experience (internships, projects, coursework) working on **at least two** of the following areas: + ERP Systems + Database Management and Data Visualization + Excel Modeling + Supply Chain Simulation and Optimization Tools + Risk Managememt + Operations Research + Reside in the United States and/or attend a university in the US. + Able to obtain work authorization in the US in 2026. + **Visa sponsorship is not available for this role. For clarity purposes, this means that Oracle is not in a position now, or in the future, to offer US immigration sponsorship. This includes, but is not limited to, support of H-1B, TN, O-1, green card or F-1 e.g. EAD, OPT, CPT, I-20, F-1 visa stamp etc.** **Other Preferred Qualifications:** + Minimum 3.0 GPA or Higher **What We'll Give You:** Robust onboarding: Oracle Cloud Infrastructure Early in Career onboarding program provides the foundation for how Oracle Cloud works - helping you start strong, acclimate quickly, build your skills, deliver results and work effectively with others at Oracle. Accelerated Career Development: As future leaders of Oracle Cloud Infrastructure, our Early in Career program provides a structured calendar of professional development and technical training events that will ensure you have the skills necessary to quickly grow your career with Oracle. Community: Oracle Cloud Infrastructure's Early in Career program will connect you to a global community of peers and alumni across the world. Learn from some of the brightest talent in the industry and build wide and diverse relationships to navigate successfully within Oracle. **Getting to Know You:** Oracle 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 veteran's status or any other characteristic protected by law. Disclaimer: **Certain US customer or client-facing roles may be required to comply with applicable requirements, such as immunization and occupational health mandates.** **Range and benefit information provided in this posting are specific to the stated locations only** US: Hiring Range in USD from $24.62 to $48.03 per hour; from: $51,200 to $99,900 per annum. May be eligible for equity. Oracle maintains broad salary ranges for its roles in order to account for variations in knowledge, skills, experience, market conditions and locations, as well as reflect Oracle's differing products, industries and lines of business. Candidates are typically placed into the range based on the preceding factors as well as internal peer equity. Oracle US offers a comprehensive benefits package which includes the following: 1. Medical, dental, and vision insurance, including expert medical opinion 2. Short term disability and long term disability 3. Life insurance and AD&D 4. Supplemental life insurance (Employee/Spouse/Child) 5. Health care and dependent care Flexible Spending Accounts 6. Pre-tax commuter and parking benefits 7. 401(k) Savings and Investment Plan with company match 8. Paid time off: Flexible Vacation is provided to all eligible employees assigned to a salaried (non-overtime eligible) position. Accrued Vacation is provided to all other employees eligible for vacation benefits. For employees working at least 35 hours per week, the vacation accrual rate is 13 days annually for the first three years of employment and 18 days annually for subsequent years of employment. Vacation accrual is prorated for employees working between 20 and 34 hours per week. Employees working fewer than 20 hours per week are not eligible for vacation. 9. 11 paid holidays 10. Paid sick leave: 72 hours of paid sick leave upon date of hire. Refreshes each calendar year. Unused balance will carry over each year up to a maximum cap of 112 hours. 11. Paid parental leave 12. Adoption assistance 13. Employee Stock Purchase Plan 14. Financial planning and group legal 15. Voluntary benefits including auto, homeowner and pet insurance The role will generally accept applications for at least three calendar days from the posting date or as long as the job remains posted. Career Level - IC1 **About Us** As a world leader in cloud solutions, Oracle uses tomorrow's technology to tackle today's challenges. We've partnered with industry-leaders in almost every sector-and continue to thrive after 40+ years of change by operating with integrity. We know that true innovation starts when everyone is empowered to contribute. That's why we're committed to growing an inclusive workforce that promotes opportunities for all. Oracle careers open the door to global opportunities where work-life balance flourishes. We offer competitive benefits based on parity and consistency and support our people with flexible medical, life insurance, and retirement options. We also encourage employees to give back to their communities through our volunteer programs. We're committed to including people with disabilities at all stages of the employment process. 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SummaryWe are seeking a dynamic and results-driven Senior Procurement Manager to lead the procurement of purchased OEMs and finished goods. This role is responsible for ensuring optimal quality, delivery, and cost performance across our supplier base. The ideal candidate will thrive in a regulated environment, demonstrate aggressive and creative problem-solving skills, and take full ownership of supplier relationship management.Job Description We are the makers of possible BD is one of the largest global medical technology companies in the world. Advancing the world of health™ is our Purpose, and it's no small feat. It takes the imagination and passion of all of us-from design and engineering to the manufacturing and marketing of our billions of MedTech products per year-to look at the impossible and find transformative solutions that turn dreams into possibilities. We believe that the human element, across our global teams, is what allows us to continually evolve. Join us and discover an environment in which you'll be supported to learn, grow and become your best self. Become a maker of possible with us. Lead strategic sourcing and supplier management for purchased OEMs, supporting all Diagnostic Solutions BU. Report to the Director Procurement, DS Business Partner. Key Responsibilities: Strategic Sourcing & Supplier Management Develop and implement sourcing strategies for acquired OEMs that align with business goals. Take charge of supplier relationship management, involving performance appraisals, negotiating contracts, and nurturing long-term partnerships. Drive supplier innovation and continuous improvement initiatives. Quality, Delivery, and Cost Ownership Ensure suppliers meet or exceed quality standards and regulatory requirements. Monitor and manage supplier delivery performance to meet production and customer needs. Lead cost reduction initiatives through value engineering, alternative sourcing, and process optimization. Leadership & Collaboration Lead purchasing of OEMs, either directly or by mentoring the OEM Buyer, encouraging a high-performance culture. Collaborate cross-functionally with Supply Chain Planning, Quality, Regulatory, Operations, and R&D teams to align procurement strategies with business goals. Champion creative thinking and challenge the status quo to drive procurement excellence. Compliance & Risk Management Operate within a regulated environment, ensuring compliance with applicable standards and regulations. Identify and mitigate supply chain risks through proactive planning and supplier diversification. Qualifications: Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in Supply Chain, Business, Engineering, or related field required; MBA or relevant certification (e.g., CPSM, CIPS) preferred. 7+ years of procurement experience, with a focus on OEMs and finished goods in a regulated industry (preferably medical devices or pharmaceuticals). Showed strength in ERP systems, preferably SAP. Demonstrated a track record of using ERP systems to improve data accuracy, streamline processes, and promote cross-functional collaboration. Consistent track record in supplier management, cost control, and strategic sourcing. Strong leadership, negotiation, and analytical skills. Ability to inspire change and influence cross-functional teams. Proven track record in effective people management, including performance supervision, mentoring, and team improvement. Experience supervising cross-functional teams and delivering results through others. Demonstrates strong relationship-building capabilities and exhibits a positive demeanor. Preferred Attributes: Bold and assertive approach with a passion for innovation. Strong communication skills and ability to engage with collaborators optimally. Ability to achieve outcomes. Self-motivated and takes accountability. Quick learner with a proactive approach. At BD, we prioritize on-site collaboration because we believe it fosters creativity, innovation, and effective problem-solving, which are essential in the fast-paced healthcare industry. For most roles, we require a minimum of 4 days of in-office presence per week to maintain our culture of excellence and ensure smooth operations, while also recognizing the importance of flexibility and work-life balance. Remote or field-based positions will have different workplace arrangements which will be indicated in the job posting. For certain roles at BD, employment is contingent upon the Company's receipt of sufficient proof that you are fully vaccinated against COVID-19. In some locations, testing for COVID-19 may be available and/or required. Consistent with BD's Workplace Accommodations Policy, requests for accommodation will be considered pursuant to applicable law. Why Join Us? A career at BD means being part of a team that values your opinions and contributions and that encourages you to bring your authentic self to work. It's also a place where we help each other be great, we do what's right, we hold each other accountable, and learn and improve every day. To find purpose in the possibilities, we need people who can see the bigger picture, who understand the human story that underpins everything we do. We welcome people with the imagination and drive to help us reinvent the future of health. At BD, you'll discover a culture in which you can learn, grow, and thrive. And find satisfaction in doing your part to make the world a better place. To learn more about BD visit ********************** Becton, Dickinson, and Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We evaluate applicants without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, creed, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, marital or domestic or civil union status, familial status, affectional or sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetics, disability, military eligibility or veteran status, and other legally-protected characteristics. Required Skills Optional Skills . Primary Work LocationUSA MD - Sparks - 7 Loveton CircleAdditional LocationsWork Shift At BD, we are strongly committed to investing in our associates-their well-being and development, and in providing rewards and recognition opportunities that promote a performance-based culture. We demonstrate this commitment by offering a valuable, competitive package of compensation and benefits programs which you can learn more about on our Careers Site under Our Commitment to You. Salary or hourly rate ranges have been implemented to reward associates fairly and competitively, as well as to support recognition of associates' progress, ranging from entry level to experts in their field, and talent mobility. There are many factors, such as location, that contribute to the range displayed. The salary or hourly rate offered to a successful candidate is based on experience, education, skills, and any step rate pay system of the actual work location, as applicable to the role or position. Salary or hourly pay ranges may vary for Field-based and Remote roles. Salary Range Information $127,200.00 - $209,800.00 USD Annual

Under general supervision purchases services, materials, supplies and equipment; obtains bids for same; creates and manages commodity contracts; maintains accurate records and compiles reports; and performs other duties as required. Essential Functions: (This class specification may not include all the duties listed, nor do the examples cover all the duties that may be performed.) Receive and process purchase request and supply requisition forms by reviewing for accuracy and compliance with Carson Nugget Purchasing policies and procedures in order to ensure adequate and appropriate items are readily available. Recommend providers for goods and services by researching and evaluating different suppliers in the areas of price, quality, selection, service, support, availability, reliability, marketplace reputation and history in order to suggest or decide with whom the Carson Nugget will conduct business. Procure needed goods and services by creating/issuing purchase orders, placing orders with approved vendors, keeping track of delivery time and accuracy in order to ensure timely and efficient acquisition. Evaluate vendor competence by monitoring performance for contract compliance, timeliness and quality of delivered goods in order to ensure that goods come in on time and to resolve problems related to delivery. Determine reasonable prices for required commodities by evaluating price proposals, market conditions, materials availability and other related factors/data/information in order to obtain the best value for the money. Maintain a buyer's guide for assigned/approved commodities and services by compiling a listing of product specifications, approved vendors, commodity markets, new product and other pertinent information to facilitate the timely identification and access to qualified suppliers. Resolve purchasing problems and implement appropriate corrective action after conferring with management, staff, end users and vendors regarding incorrect orders, defective/unacceptable goods and services, price disputes and delivery issues in order to rectify the situation and ensure that departments have items to complete scheduled or unscheduled work. Maintain current information by updating inventory documentation to reflect new items and prices and inactivating items used infrequently to ensure accuracy of records. ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES: Perform the full range of shipping/receiving/storeroom clerk duties as required. Maintain the appearance of storage areas by performing clean-up to achieve a neat and user-friendly environment. Perform other duties as assigned.

We are the movers of the world and the makers of the future. We get up every day, roll up our sleeves and build a better world -- together. At Ford, we're all a part of something bigger than ourselves. Are you ready to change the way the world moves? **In this position...** The Global Procurement Specialist plays a vital role in supporting the development and execution of global sourcing strategies for critical materials, parts, and services. This role focuses on executing specific tasks within a broader supply chain strategy, contributing to cost optimization, strategic supplier relationship management, and overall supply chain efficiency. The successful candidate will be a catalyst for broader supply chain transformation, driving innovation and acting as a role model and trendsetter. This requires resilience, strong business acumen, a proactive approach to negotiations, and a "play-to-win" attitude. **What you'll do...** + Lead purchasing and sourcing initiatives, including competitive bidding (RFQs), comprehensive cost analytics, active participation in negotiations, and meticulous contract execution. + Drive cost optimization, quality assurance, and on-time delivery for assigned categories/commodities within specific programs. + Collaborate strategically with cross-functional teams (e.g., Engineering, Manufacturing, Product Development) to deeply understand requirements and formulate innovative sourcing solutions. + Conduct thorough supplier evaluations, fostering innovation within the supply base, and contribute to the development of advanced cost modeling tools. + Proactively manage strategic supplier relationships, driving performance, fostering long-term partnerships, and resolving complex issues to ensure continuity and value. + Continuously monitor market trends, technological advancements, and geopolitical factors to identify opportunities for significant cost savings, product improvements, and supply chain innovation. + Support the development and negotiation of creative and mutually beneficial commercial agreements that meet Ford's evolving requirements and foster innovation. + Ensure rigorous compliance with company policies, ethical sourcing standards, and drive best practices in sustainable procurement. + Facilitate the strategic onboarding of new suppliers, integrating them into Ford's value chain. + Proactively build in supply chain risk reduction actions, drive resilience, and ensure compliance with global trade and tariff requirements, adapting to changing landscapes. + Champion transparency and actively contribute to the optimization and transformation of the end-to-end supply chain value stream. + **Desired Technical Areas of Expertise:** + Exteriors - Fasteners, etc. + Underbody - Suspension, brakes, transmission / driveline, etc. + IPTS - Engine (ignition, valvetrain), Pumps, Exhaust, Radiator, Cooling, etc. + Interiors - Driver Interface Area, Instrument Panel + Digital Tech - Electronics Low Voltage Modules, Electronics High Voltage, Software, Etc. + In the near future Ford could have needs in other commodity areas, including but not limited to those related to new technologies (e.g., autonomous driving, connected services), strategic initiatives, raw materials, or evolving business needs **You'll have...** + Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business, Supply Chain Management, Operations Management, or a related field. + 3-5 years of progressive experience in purchasing, supply chain management, or commodity management, with a demonstrated focus on negotiations and driving improvements. + Fundamental understanding of manufacturing processes and the dynamics of diverse categories/commodities. + Strong analytical, problem-solving, and strategic thinking skills, with an ability to identify and implement innovative solutions. **Even better, you may have...** + Proficiency in advanced analytics tools, Microsoft Office Suite, and procurement/negotiation software. + Excellent communication, negotiation, and cross-functional collaboration skills, capable of influencing change. You may not check every box, or your experience may look a little different from what we've outlined, but if you think you can bring value to Ford Motor Company, we encourage you to apply! As an established global company, we offer the benefit of choice. You can choose what your Ford future will look like: will your story span the globe, or keep you close to home? Will your career be a deep dive into what you love, or a series of new teams and new skills? Will you be a leader, a changemaker, a technical expert, a culture builder...or all of the above? No matter what you choose, we offer a work life that works for you, including: + Immediate medical, dental, vision and prescription drug coverage + Flexible family care days, paid parental leave, new parent ramp-up programs, subsidized back-up child care and more + Family building benefits including adoption and surrogacy expense reimbursement, fertility treatments, and more + Vehicle discount program for employees and family members and management leases + Tuition assistance + Established and active employee resource groups + Paid time off for individual and team community service + A generous schedule of paid holidays, including the week between Christmas and New Year's Day + Paid time off and the option to purchase additional vacation time. For more information on salary and benefits, click here: ***************************** This position is a range of salary grades 6-8 . Visa sponsorship is not available for this position. Candidates for positions with Ford Motor Company must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Verification of employment eligibility will be required at the time of hire. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, age, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status or protected veteran status. In the United States, if you need a reasonable accommodation for the online application process due to a disability, please call **************. This position is hybrid. Candidates who are in commuting distance to a Ford hub location may be required to be onsite four or more days per week. \#LI-Hybrid #LI-MH4 **Requisition ID** : 57758

General Job Description: The Buyer position provides a turnkey procurement solution to either Project or Internal Support groups for all Purchasing related activities. The incumbent in this role is expected to have routine interaction with their internal ACCO business leaders, as well as all suppliers to ensure that ACCO is well represented in the supplier marketplace. This is accomplished by being able to represent a comprehensive picture of ACCOs requirements to the suppliers, as well as by being able to communicate suppliers' capabilities and needs back into ACCO. Supervises: N/A Essential Duties & Responsibilities: Responsible for the process of issuing subcontracts, equipment POs, and/or material POs within the proper programs (JDE, IFS, GP, etc.). Review invoices and verifying prices against POs, backup documentation, and inputting costs in proper programs. Process POs and change orders within required systems. Negotiating with vendors to include equipment, materials, and day-to-day purchases to ensure competitive pricing and availability. Be aware and focused on vendor follow-ups to ensure that all items are due upon dates required. Maintain a professional and ethical relationship with all vendors and subcontractors. Handle, coordinate, and assist all ACCO personnel as may be required in a professional and timely manner while maintaining a good working relationship. Maintain and update authorized vendor lists for field and sales personnel. Maintain understanding of all items a vendor sells, price trends, and hard to find parts from different vendors. Responsible for all warranty items and filling our warranty tags. Responsible for all core credits (compressors) from vendors. Responsible for all service calls on copiers and facsimiles. Will be working together with the shipping and receiving department. At given times will be responsible for all shipping and receiving. Responsible for checking in and out of tools from the tool crib. Other duties as assigned by the supervisor. Position Requirements (Skills, Work Experience, Education, Certifications, Licenses, etc.): H.S. Diploma or equivalent College course in a related field (Business, Economics, Management) preferred Proficiency in Invoice Processing & Finvari Support or single emphasis point of AFE, Online Accounts, Misapplied Costs, Bidtracer Contact Management, Diverse Businesses, SQM, IT Support, or ACCO Online Store within the first 4 weeks. Working knowledge of H.V.A.C. parts and equipment preferred. Knowledge of “local” manufacturer's representatives and dealers. Knowledge of “local” contractors including electrical, general, crane, etc. a plus. Minimum 3 Year experience in a related position or industry Ability to demonstrate accuracy and detail-oriented approach to data entry Team player attitude with a willingness to learn and perform many different functions. Proficient-plus level user of MS Excel and MS Word Strong verbal communication and listening skills, both over the phone and in person Ability to work effectively and professionally in a team environment Strong business writing skills, including use of proper grammar and terminology. Ability to demonstrate high customer service skill Ability to organize large amounts of information while maintaining attention to detail Must be goal oriented and meet deadlines ACCO Competencies: Proactivity / Initiative: Recognizes what needs to be done and accomplishes it in a manner appropriate for one's level/position and with minimal supervision. Perseverance: Shows the wherewithal to fight for difficult goals despite challenges and to bounce back from adversity. Insight: The ability to gather and make sense of information that suggests new possibilities. Engagement: Shows a knack for using emotion and logic to communicate a persuasive vision and connect with people. Teamwork: The ability to effectively work toward common goals with others by supporting, encouraging, and sharing information in an authentic and approachable manner. Big Picture: Understands and contributes to organizations' short- and long-term business strategy. On a personal level has independently developed a vision for short- and long-term career success. Motivation / Dedication: Commits to excellence in pursuing unselfish goals. Initiates action with collective goals takes responsibility and shows personal humility. Technical Curiosity / Willingness to Learn: Interest in seeking out new experiences, knowledge, and candid feed, back; demonstrating an openness to learning and change. Problem-Solver: Ability to identify, analyze, and solve a problem in support of personal, group, department, or organizational objectives. Physical Requirements: (The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.) The physical demands described herein are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The employee may regularly lift and /or move up to 10 pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move up to 30 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include Close vision and Distance vision. While performing the duties of this Job, the employee is regularly required to stand; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms and talk or hear. The employee is regularly required to walk and sit; climb or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl (for purposes of assisting with project job walks and site inspections). The employee is occasionally required to reach above shoulder height to access storage cabinets and shelves. Hours: This is an exempt position. Workdays are scheduled from Monday through Friday. Typically, work hours begin and end between 7:00 am and 5:00 pm as scheduled with the position's supervisor. Occasional overtime may be necessary per business needs. Travel: 0 -5% of the time to and from the primary office to regional branch offices. #ACCO #LI-MM2

This job creates and drives strategic sourcing for a group of spend categories with enterprise-wide responsibilities for the procurement strategies of direct and indirect spend categories as well as collaboration with multiple Business Units to secure optimal purchasing opportunities for the Organization. The incumbent acts as a strategic business partner, interfacing at the EVP and SVP levels of the company, with the ability to understand customer needs and drive results to achieve customer satisfaction. Drives continuous improvement of procurement processes throughout the Organization and its subsidiaries and provides expertise to business leaders in planning and implementing supply chain strategies to achieve business goals and objectives. This position has multi-million dollar financial and enterprise risk mitigation responsibilities. **This role will be preferably based in Pittsburgh, PA but willing to look outside of Pittsburgh. If you are within 50 miles of an office you are required to be onsite 3 days a week. T, W, Th.** **ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES** + Perform management responsibilities including, but not limited to: involved in hiring and termination decisions, coaching and development, rewards and recognition, performance management and staff productivity. + Plan, organize, staff, direct and control the day-to-day operations of the department; develops and implements policies and programs as necessary; may have budgetary responsibility and authority. + Lead creation and implementation of sourcing and demand management strategies for assigned categories of spend, manage the development of RFx materials, detailed analysis of proposals and vendor capabilities, negotiations and supplier selection as well as perform player/coach for staff to produce the same results for their respective areas. + Leverage key metrics to identify problem areas and adopt current and emerging business models with an entrepreneurial mindset and creative approach to drive best practice. + Build and manage relationships with priority business executives, serves as a key member of the business unit leadership team to support implementation of business strategies through advanced procurement initiatives and team alignment, facilitate the entire sourcing process and closely collaborate with clients to select and award business to suppliers. + Demonstrate a strategic business mindset, organizational savvy, presents an executive-level presence, and balances multiple stakeholder interests simultaneously. + Create, drive and mentor staff in long-term strategic planning efforts for assigned sourcing categories including advanced multi-year category strategies designed to anticipate enterprise-wide requirements while optimizing forecasted shifts in both supply markets, industry trends and supplier economic cycles. + Lead the development and negotiation of contracts with new suppliers and/or renegotiate existing contracts to accomplish lowest total system cost and savings objectives as well as perform player/coach for staff to produce the same results for their respective areas. + Conduct category spend analyses and reporting, supplier stratification, supply market and category industry research as well as perform player/coach for staff to produce the same results for their respective areas. + Provide oversight and evaluate ethical procurement practices of contracted goods and services which includes compliance with corporate and departmental policies and procedures as well as federal, state and local regulations. + Other duties as assigned or requested. **EDUCATION** **Minimum** + Bachelor's Degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration/Management, Finance, Accounting, Economics, Mathematics, Marketing, or Industrial Engineering or four years of relevant experience and/or education as determined by the company in lieu of bachelor's degree **Preferred** + Master's Degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration/Management, Finance, Marketing, or Accounting **EXPERIENCE** **Minimum** + 10 years in a procurement role + 5 years in management and/or leading cross divisional teams + 5 years of strategic sourcing expertise in influencing business strategy and vendor relations + 3 years of superior negotiation skills, developed through significant corporate sourcing environment experience + 3 years of writing/generating RFxs to suppliers and leading teams in complex RFx projects **Preferred** + None **LICENSES OR CERTIFICATIONS** **Required** + None **Preferred** + Certified Purchasing Manager (CPM) **SKILLS** + Strong influencing skills that can be used to lead teams and build partnerships with internal resources and Highmark Health supply base + Proven leadership skills - ability to motivate others to quickly achieve results in a matrixed environment + Uses knowledge of industry and market trends to develop and champion long-term strategies + Strategic mindset with excellent executive presence and organizational savvy + Self-confident with an ability to accept and respond to challenges in a positive manner + Manages change, ambiguity, complexity and drives for results + Strong and effective verbal and written communication skills, effectively presenting complex topics in a concise manner to audiences at various levels and in various sizes + Broad understanding of business issues, metrics, organizational linkages and customer value + Strong organizational and analytical skills in addition to advanced project leadership and management skills + Extensive knowledge of assessing and recommending creative and time-sensitive solutions **Language (Other than English)** None **Travel Required** 0% - 25% **PHYSICAL, MENTAL DEMANDS AND WORKING CONDITIONS** **Position Type** Office Based Teaches / trains others regularly Frequently Travel regularly from the office to various work sites or from site-to-site Occasionally Works primarily out-of-the office selling products/services (sales employees) Never Physical work site required No Lifting: up to 10 pounds Frequently Lifting: 10 to 25 pounds Occasionally Lifting: 25 to 50 pounds Rarely **_Disclaimer:_** _The job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and essential duties and responsibilities of work performed by employees within this job title. It may not contain a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees to do this job._ **_Compliance Requirement:_** _This position adheres to the ethical and legal standards and behavioral expectations as set forth in the code of business conduct and company policies._ _As a component of job responsibilities, employees may have access to covered information, cardholder data, or other confidential customer information that must be protected at all times. In connection with this, all employees must comply with both the Health Insurance Portability Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA) as described in the Notice of Privacy Practices and Privacy Policies and Procedures as well as all data security guidelines established within the Company's Handbook of Privacy Policies and Practices and Information Security Policy._ _Furthermore, it is every employee's responsibility to comply with the company's Code of Business Conduct. This includes but is not limited to adherence to applicable federal and state laws, rules, and regulations as well as company policies and training requirements._ Highmark Health and its affiliates prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on any category protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. We endeavor to make this site accessible to any and all users. If you would like to contact us regarding the accessibility of our website or need assistance completing the application process, please contact the email below. For accommodation requests, please contact HR Services Online at ***************************** California Consumer Privacy Act Employees, Contractors, and Applicants Notice Req ID: J274994

**GCG Connectivity & Power Solutions (CPS)** is seeking a **Senior Strategic Buyer** to support customer-designed solutions by developing and executing sourcing strategies that ensure on-time, high-quality, and cost-effective supply. This is a high-visibility, strategic individual contributor role that bridges procurement, product management, quality, and commercial teams to deliver complex, customer-specific solutions that power industries across North America. In this role, you'll take full ownership of purchasing activities tied to engineered solutions-managing vendors, ensuring compliance with AS9100 quality standards, and driving cross-functional accountability. You'll be a trusted advisor and key collaborator who combines sourcing strategy, analytical rigor, and hands-on execution to keep programs running smoothly and customers satisfied. If you're a proactive, results-oriented professional who thrives on managing complexity, building supplier partnerships, and driving outcomes, this is a chance to make a measurable impact and grow within a dynamic, customer-focused organization. **This role offers a remote work arrangement however occasional travel will be required to corporate facilities as well as supplier facilities. Strong preference for candidates in Eastern and Central Time Zones to align with work schedules of the division's procurement team.** **What You'll Do** + Lead procurement activities for customer-designed solutions, ensuring compliance with quality and documentation standards (AS9100, FAIR, PPAP) + Develop and execute sourcing strategies that meet customer specifications, contractual obligations, and cost objectives + Build and strengthen supplier partnerships through regular business reviews, performance tracking, and continuous improvement initiatives + Coordinate supply and demand planning activities to align inbound materials with customer forecasts + Manage and communicate project timelines, deliverables, and risks across procurement, product management, quality, and sales teams + Support supplier onboarding, qualification, and new product approval processes + Track and report KPIs, including supplier on-time delivery, cost performance, and project milestones + Manage internal costing and forecasting processes, ensuring clear visibility to pricing, lead times, and working capital impacts + Collaborate cross-functionally to resolve supply issues, improve data integrity, and optimize procurement efficiency + Travel as needed (up to 10%) to suppliers and partners for business reviews and relationship management **What You'll Bring** + Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain, or a related field, or equivalent experience + 5+ years of experience in procurement or supply chain management, preferably within distribution or contract manufacturing environments + Proven ability to manage complex sourcing projects and communicate effectively across multiple departments + Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a sense of ownership and follow-through + Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) and ERP systems (Oracle, Rubicon, or similar) + Familiarity with AS9100 standards and first article production processes (FAIR/PPAP) preferred + Experience interpreting 2D drawings and working within a technical manufacturing environment preferred + Background in wire harnessing, custom assemblies, or engineered electrical solutions is a plus **What We Offer** + **Competitive base** salary ranging from $90,000 to $100,000, dependent on relevant experience; eligibility for annual bonus based on company and individual performance + **Comprehensive Health Coverage:** Multiple medical plan options (CDHP and PPO) to get you the coverage you need + **Robust Financial Security:** Company-paid life and disability insurance, 401(k) with company match, plus options for supplemental critical illness, accident, and hospital indemnity plans + **Generous Time Off:** PTO plan with paid holidays, paid parental leave, and paid compassionate care leave to support personal well-being and family needs + **Wellness & Support Programs:** Employee Assistance Program (EAP), wellness incentives, and telehealth access + **Extras That Matter:** Dental and vision plans, FSAs/HSAs with company contributions, pet insurance, legal services, and ID theft protection for peace of mind + An employee-centric company that values and truly appreciates our most important asset: You! **Our Use of AI in Recruiting** At GCG, we use AI technology to assist with our interviews by automating note-taking, allowing our hiring teams to focus fully on the conversation. This technology supports efficiency and accuracy in capturing candidate insights during interviews but is not used to evaluate resumes. All resume reviews and candidate assessments are conducted directly by our corporate recruiting team and hiring managers to ensure a thoughtful, human-centered approach. **About GCG** At GCG, our mission is to power, connect, and automate our world. With the responsive DNA of a startup and the size of a global leader, we offer top brands and extensive value-added services that make us an invaluable partner to our customers in multiple industry verticals across the globe. We are committed to meeting the needs of our customers, while focusing attention on our responsibility to the environment, our associates and the communities we serve. GCG is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, status as a protected veteran, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training. \#LI-Remote \#LI-AW1 **Job Locations** _US-Remote_ **ID** _2025-1939_ **Category** _Purchasing_ **Position Type** _Regular Full-Time_

Job Title: Procurement Supervisor Classification: Exempt; Full-time Department: Supply Chain Reports to: Sr. Supply Chain Manager As the Procurement Supervisor, you will be part of the team oversee the procurement and inventory management processes to ensure the availability of raw materials, packaging, indirect supplies, and spare parts necessary for manufacturing and daily operations. This role involves collaborating with department members to support production goals while adhering to policies and procedures. This role will be mainly focused in the procurement department, but you will be expected to understand other parts of supply chain including planning and inventory management. Essential Functions Purchasing Duties: Makes purchasing recommendations and decisions to ensure that ingredients and packaging are purchased to meet the required quality requirements, at competitive cost and from reliable sources Issuing purchase orders, contracts and change orders to existing and potential new vendors of ingredients, packaging, indirect materials, and CAPEX projects. Identifies opportunities for process improvement, supplier consolidation, leveraged purchasing opportunities, and supplier interaction. Makes decisions and recommendations for vendor selection based on price, security of supply, lead-time and any other criteria the company may require. Negotiate effectively with vendors in a manner that benefits the company and preserves the vendor relationship; Work with new suppliers to negotiate pricing. Interprets the sales forecast and production forecast into requirements for ingredients and packaging to ensure continuity of supply. Contribute to the improvement of ERP based planning and purchasing processes. Leads team towards flexibility in job functions. Plans and creates timelines for upcoming work. Analyzes trends and works with team on corrective actions. Identifies impactful goals, objectives, and initiatives. Production scheduling duties: Only when needed, producing a production schedule which considers replenishment of inventory and meeting customer orders. Develops the production schedule in conjunction with the operations team to meet customer and inventory requirements. Count miscellaneous production supplies weekly and re-order as required based on usage and inventory levels. New Product Development: Provide support to the new product development process for sourcing of new ingredients. Identify sources for new ingredients for new products being developed both for short term trials and long term supply for products that are going to be production items Other duties will be assigned as required. Other Duties and Responsibilities Comply with all safety policies, procedures, and practices. Report any unsafe activities to supervisor or human resources Participate in initiative-taking team efforts to achieve departmental and company goals Lead by example and share your knowledge/skills with others Organize tasks by priority Participate in all assigned meetings Work independently with little supervision and make decisions that benefit the company Perform other duties as assigned Mental and Physical Demands Light physical activity performing non-strenuous daily activities of an administrative nature Manual dexterity sufficient to reach/handle items, works with fingers, and perceives attributes of objects and materials Clear vision at 20 inches or less; 20 feet or more Ability to identify and distinguish colors Physical Demands % Of time Stand 20% Walk 10% Sit 20% Talk 25% Hearing/Listening 25% Use hands to finger, handle, or feel 25% Reach with hands and arms 10% Stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl 1% Taste or Smell 1% Lift up to 10 pounds 60% Lift up to 25 pounds 40% Lift up to 50 pounds 0% Travel 10% Work Environment Well-lighted, heated and/or air-conditioned indoor office/production setting with adequate ventilation Atmosphere with moderate noise Required Education, Experience, Certifications, and licenses Bachelor's Degree in Purchasing, Supply Chain Management, Business, Engineering or related field. 2+ of previous purchasing or warehouse experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience 2+ years in a leadership/supervisory role. APICS and/or IBF certification is a plus. Six Sigma/lean management is preferred. Core Competencies Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations. Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions, proportions, percentages, area, circumference, and volume. Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form. Proficient personal computer skills including electronic mail, record keeping, routine database activity, word processing, spreadsheet, graphics, etc. Proficiency in MS Office Suite, especially in Excel. Proficiency in ERP systems (preferably Sage X3) Knowledge of MRP/MPS systems Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Centrally headquartered in Fairfield, IA, Donatech is able to offer off-shore pricing with US Citizens! Experience quality and speed via our adherence to ISO9001 processes, niche verticals, ITAR/Clearances, and a focused woman owned small business.A small company that delivers big - winning Supplier-of-the-Year awards at two Fortune 500 companies. Also, Donatech frequently finishes in the top 25% of client scorecards. We communicate our strengths and deliver in those areas.As a privately owned and run small business, employees that work directly with clients and candidates are empowered to make decisions. We believe this provides the best customer service and experience. Donatech is a talent and operations oriented company vs. sales and marketing. Job Description Major purpose: · Conducts and manages the processes for obtaining goods and services for the Company. · Act as an authorized agent of the Company with responsibility for managing all supplier-related activities and the authority to commit Company resources through contracts and agreements. · Carries out effective purchasing from selected suppliers who meet procurement requirements with the best price, quality, and delivery. Major functions: · Purchases parts, components, materials, equipment, and services in support of Company requirements. · Evaluates and selects suppliers for existing and potential procurement needs and places purchase orders. · Performs analyses and investigations of supplier's facilities and operations. · Negotiates purchasing terms and conditions for materials, suppliers, and services which use standard terms and conditions. · Coordinates source information among organizations to facilitate timely purchasing of commodities. · Keeps management informed on status of purchase order requests. · Performs or monitors follow-up activity involving purchase orders to ensure delivery schedules are met, items are properly received, and suppliers are paid in an expeditious manner. · Seeks and develops new sources of supplies and participate in the development of procurement policies and procedures. · Other related duties as assigned by supervisor. Education and Experience: · A bachelor's degree. · 3 to 5 years of related experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Knowledge: · Company material policies, practices, and procedures. · Technical products or commodities being purchased. · Federal government procurement regulations and related directives. · Supplier products, services, and manufacturing capabilities. · Supplier billing and related Company accounting procedures. · Ethical procurement practices. Skills & Abilities: · Coordinate the requirements of engineering and manufacturing with suppliers during all phases of procurement effort. · Resolve conflicts and concerns. · Effectively negotiate pricing agreements, purchase orders, and terms and conditions. · Effective verbal and written communication skills. · Evaluation of supplier products, services, manufacturing capabilities and pricing policies. · Resolution of delinquent deliveries and purchase order discrepancies. Additional Information All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

**Job Title** Chief Procurement Officer The CPO will lead a global procurement transformation with a strong emphasis on technology enablement, change management, and redefining how procurement supports the business. They will lead Americas and Corporate business planning around procurement savings and benefits, build out global capabilities, and oversee the identification and realization of cost reduction programs. **Job Description** The position will report to the Americas CFO/COO and will have four key areas of responsibility: + **Global Transformation** - Drive and deliver a comprehensive global procurement transformation, including the implementation of a new global vendor management system, process modernization, and the development of a high-performing, adaptable team to achieve strategic objectives. + **Supplier Management & Monetization** - Continue efforts to build a robust global supplier network. Optimize supplier management functions, and monetize third-party spend through effective negotiations and vendor price discount strategies to enhance EBITDA. + **Strategic Operating Model & Category Management** - Design and implement scalable operating models and category management frameworks, ensuring governance, transparency, and dedicated ownership for key spend areas across the organization globally. + **KPIs including Financial and Operational Reporting** - Oversee the creation and tracking of project plans, key performance indicators, and financial and operational reports to monitor progress, enforce accountability, and provide clear status updates to executive leadership. **Outcomes (specific objective outcomes that this position should accomplish)** + Transformation Outcomes: + Successfully lead and deliver a global procurement transformation program over two years, resulting in improved technology enablement, streamlined processes, and a redefined procurement function. + Achieve full deployment and adoption of a new global procurement technology suite, with measurable increases in process efficiency, data transparency, and user engagement. + Establish a globally aligned supplier management framework, reducing fragmentation in EMEA and APAC, closing category ownership gaps, enhancing local supplier network in the US and increasing supplier performance and client value delivery. + Drive organization-wide change management initiatives, resulting in high stakeholder engagement, rapid adoption of new processes, and a culture of continuous improvement. + Strategic & Financial Outcomes + Monetize $5B+ in third-party spend, capturing additional EBITDA through vendor price discounts (VPDs) and innovative procurement strategies. + Develop an ongoing program to identify and realize new opportunities to reduce corporate spend + Reduce time to generate business unit spend analytics and increase the granularity of spend data, enabling more informed decision-making and improved financial reporting. + Talent & Organizational Outcomes + Assess and elevate procurement team capabilities, identifying top performers and strengthening overall bench strength through targeted coaching and development programs. + Stakeholder & Client Outcomes + Build strong partnerships with service line leadership, balancing local/regional needs with global frameworks and delivering measurable improvements in stakeholder satisfaction. + Enhance client value through improved procurement solutioning, pricing strategies, and risk management, resulting in increased account profitability and retention. REQUIRED EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS Education: + Bachelor's Degree and at least 15 years of related professional work experience desired + Master's degree preferred. Skills/Previous Experience: + Proven executive experience in procurement or with a track record of leading large-scale transformation initiatives. Demonstrated ability to modernize functions through technology enablement, process redesign, and team development. + Expertise in driving organizational change, fostering stakeholder engagement, and ensuring rapid adoption of new processes and systems across global teams. + Strong ability to build and maintain relationships with internal and external stakeholders, including service line leadership, suppliers, and clients. Skilled at balancing local/regional needs with global frameworks to deliver measurable improvements in satisfaction and value. + Executive Leadership - Ability to drive performance from direct team and overall corporation. Ability to instill confidence in mission with Corporate Partners, Suppliers and Employees. + Strategic Planning - Experience in designing and implementing scalable operating models and category management frameworks, with a focus on governance, transparency, and ownership of key spend areas. + Deep understanding of financial management within procurement, including spend analytics, reporting, and strategies to optimize EBITDA through vendor negotiations and cost reduction. + Procurement Infrastructure and Data Governance - Experience and expertise in developing/designing and running all aspects of a Procurement Center of Excellence. Experience and expertise in developing a ground-up data warehouse/cube/lake approach to provide the required data to make critical financial decisions and report status to key stakeholders Role Based Competencies + Strategic and Analytical skills: Demonstrates ability to quickly and proficiently understand and absorb new information and develop penetrating insights. Able to structure and process qualitative or quantitative data and draw insightful conclusions from it and ability to convert data into well thought out strategies. + Ability to lead complex, enterprise-wide transformation initiatives, particularly within procurement. Proven success in driving technology adoption, process redesign, and cultural change. + Results oriented and bias for action: Delivers tangible, measurable results rapidly by driving procurement transformation, optimizing spend, and ensuring accountability for strategic objectives. + Communication: Communicates complex ideas clearly and persuasively to all audiences, ensuring alignment and understanding across the organization. Cushman & Wakefield also provides eligible employees with an opportunity to enroll in a variety of benefit programs, generally including health, vision, and dental insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life, and disability insurance programs, and paid and unpaid time away from work. In addition to a comprehensive benefits package, Cushman and Wakefield provide eligible employees with competitive pay, which may vary depending on eligibility factors such as geographic location, date of hire, total hours worked, job type, business line, and applicability of collective bargaining agreements. The compensation that will be offered to the successful candidate will depend on factors such as whether the position is covered by a collective bargaining agreement, the geographic area in which the work will be performed, market pay rates in that area, and the candidate's experience and qualifications. The company will not pay less than minimum wage for this role. The compensation for the position is: $ 255,000.00 - $300,000.00 Cushman & Wakefield is an Equal Opportunity employer to all protected groups, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. Discrimination of any type will not be tolerated. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act (ADAAA), if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation in order to apply for a position at Cushman & Wakefield, please call the ADA line at ****************** or email *************************** . Please refer to the job title and job location when you contact us. INCO: "Cushman & Wakefield"

Job Description Under general supervision purchases services, materials, supplies and equipment; obtains bids for same; creates and manages commodity contracts; maintains accurate records and compiles reports; and performs other duties as required. Essential Functions: (This class specification may not include all the duties listed, nor do the examples cover all the duties that may be performed.) Receive and process purchase request and supply requisition forms by reviewing for accuracy and compliance with Carson Nugget Purchasing policies and procedures in order to ensure adequate and appropriate items are readily available. Recommend providers for goods and services by researching and evaluating different suppliers in the areas of price, quality, selection, service, support, availability, reliability, marketplace reputation and history in order to suggest or decide with whom the Carson Nugget will conduct business. Procure needed goods and services by creating/issuing purchase orders, placing orders with approved vendors, keeping track of delivery time and accuracy in order to ensure timely and efficient acquisition. Evaluate vendor competence by monitoring performance for contract compliance, timeliness and quality of delivered goods in order to ensure that goods come in on time and to resolve problems related to delivery. Determine reasonable prices for required commodities by evaluating price proposals, market conditions, materials availability and other related factors/data/information in order to obtain the best value for the money. Maintain a buyer's guide for assigned/approved commodities and services by compiling a listing of product specifications, approved vendors, commodity markets, new product and other pertinent information to facilitate the timely identification and access to qualified suppliers. Resolve purchasing problems and implement appropriate corrective action after conferring with management, staff, end users and vendors regarding incorrect orders, defective/unacceptable goods and services, price disputes and delivery issues in order to rectify the situation and ensure that departments have items to complete scheduled or unscheduled work. Maintain current information by updating inventory documentation to reflect new items and prices and inactivating items used infrequently to ensure accuracy of records. ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES: Perform the full range of shipping/receiving/storeroom clerk duties as required. Maintain the appearance of storage areas by performing clean-up to achieve a neat and user-friendly environment. Perform other duties as assigned. Job Posted by ApplicantPro