Supply Chain Lead jobs at Serco - 2057 jobs

Serve as the primary liaison among Accounts Payable, Business Unit Partners, Suppliers, and Procurement providing support for transactional buying and invoice/issue resolution. Perform complex troubleshooting to help business partners make sound procurement decisions and build strong relationships across Procurement, business units, and suppliers by understanding their priorities. This is a customer-focused role that requires excellent customer service and problem-solving skills. The candidate must be comfortable working in a team environment. Key Responsibilities: Execute operational procurement transactions to meet business partner needs and maintain operational efficiency, including sourcing purchase requisitions and issuing purchase orders in accordance with company policies and procedures. Process change orders related to purchase orders. Process supplier acknowledgements and estimated delivery dates for purchase orders. Provide high-quality customer experience to business unit partners and suppliers while supporting category strategies developed by Strategic Procurement. Collaborate with the Supply Chain Center of Excellence (COE), Procurement Peers, and business unit partners on sourcing events, projects, and initiatives to resolve recurring issues and improve efficiency and satisfaction. Identify root causes and drive resolution of invoice discrepancies with suppliers, procurement, Client storerooms. Coordinate with suppliers, procurement, and Client storerooms to address PO and delivery issues. Perform complex invoice resolution, with assistance as needed. Provide phone support by logging into the Genesys phone system daily to handle purchasing and issue-related calls. Contribute effectively as a team member. Basic Qualifications: Education: Bachelor's Degree in business, accounting, finance, supply chain, or other related field; OR 4 years of relevant procurement experience. Experience: In addition to any experience required above, 2 years of procurement experience are required. Additional Requirements: 1. Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and time management skills desired 2. Proficiency with procurement systems 3. Strong customer-oriented mindset 4. Ability to be persuasive and build credibility desired 5. Good understanding of procurement processes, policies, and tools

Principal/Senior Principal Supply Chain Specialist US-ME-Bath Type: Regular Full-Time Remaining Positions: 3 Salary Grade: G Shift: 1st Overview We're seeking an experienced Capital Procurement professional to lead the sourcing, contracting, and vendor management activities for capital projects and major investments This role will oversee the procurement of equipment, construction services, and capital construction projects, ensuring alignment with project objectives, timelines, and budgets. This role will be responsible for developing RFPs, evaluating proposals, leading source selection teams, managing risk, and presenting recommendations to senior leadership. Operating under the BIW Business Operating System (BOS), the Principal Supply Chain Specialist ensures compliance with safety, quality, and performance standards while coordinating with other key stakeholders to meet overall milestones. Key Responsibilities Capital Procurement LeadershipManage end-to-end procurement processes for capital projects, including equipment, construction, and specialized services.Develop, issue, and manage RFPs and RFQs, ensuring clear requirements, competitive bidding, and adherence to company policy.Lead proposal evaluations based on cost, technical capability, compliance, and risk.Project & Risk ManagementPartner with project managers, engineers, legal, and finance to align procurement strategies with project schedules and budgets.Identify, assess, and mitigate risks related to capital investments, vendor performance, and contractual obligations.Ensure on-time delivery of critical materials and services for large-scale projects.Contract Negotiation & ComplianceNegotiate contracts with suppliers and contractors to secure favorable terms, cost efficiencies, and long-term value.Ensure compliance with company policies, safety regulations, and industry standards.Monitor supplier performance, implementing corrective actions and escalation processes when needed.Stakeholder & Leadership EngagementProvide clear, data-driven updates and recommendations to senior leadership on procurement strategies, risks, and trade-offs.Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support project success and capital planning.Build and maintain strong supplier and contractor relationships to support ongoing capital needs. Responsibilities Principal Supply Chain Specialist Bachelors degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Engineering, or related field required. Masters degree or professional certifications such as CPSM, PMP, or CIPS preferred. 7+ years of procurement or supply chain management experience, with at least 3 years focused on capital projects or construction procurement. Demonstrated success managing multi-million-dollar procurement packages and contracts. Senior Principal Supply Chain Specialist Bachelors degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Engineering, or related field required. Masters degree or professional certifications such as CPSM, PMP, or CIPS preferred. 15+ years of procurement or supply chain management experience with at least 10 years focused on capital projects or construction procurement. Demonstrated success managing multi-million-dollar procurement packages and contracts Qualifications Capital Procurement Expertise Proven track record in sourcing, contracting, and managing vendors for large capital projects.Risk & Compliance Management Strong ability to identify risks in contracts and projects and implement mitigation strategies.Project Management Experience managing procurement timelines and budgets for complex, high-value capital projects.Financial & Analytical Skills Ability to conduct cost analyses and evaluate financial impacts.Communication & Leadership Strong verbal and written presentation skills with the ability to influence senior leaders and stakeholders. Ability to create detailed written documentation of all business transactions. Technical Knowledge Familiarity with procurement systems, ERP platforms, and construction/engineering project lifecycles.Positive, energetic, ability to deal with uncertainty and unplanned events.Advanced skills in Microsoft Office products: MS Project, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook; knowledge of SharePoint and JIRA. PI281716366 Back To Search Results

The Supply Chain Leader will oversee all aspects of the supply chain operations while driving efficiency and cost savings through a resilient and efficient vendor base and strategic partnerships. SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES: Develop and implement supply chain strategies to optimize efficiency and reduce costs ( ie; Vendor Score card system, Negotiate spend/volume, and Geographical product sourcing strategy) Lead and manage a team of supply chain professionals, providing guidance and support Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure alignment and effective communication Oversee inventory management, demand planning, and procurement processes Monitor supplier performance and negotiate contracts to ensure favorable terms (All Companies) Develop and maintain strong relationships with key suppliers and vendors Lead alternative sourcing activities Review of purchase trends and vendor volumes to pursue cost savings opportunities Stay up-to-date with industry trends and best practices in supply chain management Ensure quality remains paramount Experience with Warehouse operations QUALIFICATIONS: Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, or related field with a minimum of 10 years of applicable experience, in a leadership role within a manufacturing company. The ideal candidate will have the following experience: Extensive sourcing experience ( Asia, Latin America, Europe. And Domestic ). Strong knowledge of supply chain principles, inventory management, logistics as well as understanding of financials and costing methodologies. Ad-hoc data mining and data analysis from multiple data sources. Excellent leadership qualities with the ability to inspire and motivate others. Strong problem-solving abilities with a focus on continuous improvement.

- Integrates program, customer, product and in-service strategies into source selection, negotiation and contracting strategies. - Negotiates pricing and contract terms and conditions. - Prepares and executes negotiated contractual documents and binding agreements. - Conducts risk, issues and opportunities management. - Manages supply and demand, schedules, supplier quality, delivery and financial performance. - Initiates and executes supplier improvement activities and integrates results into contracting strategies. Day to day: - In this role you will be supporting Materials & Standards. - You will play a key role in ensuring that our supply chain organization is efficient, effective, and aligned with the overall goals of the organization Requirements: 1. 5+ years of experience of Materials and Standards experience Education / Experience: Education/experience typically acquired through advanced education (e.g. Bachelor) and typically 6 or more years' related work experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience (e.g. Master+4 years' related work experience, 10 years' related work experience, etc.).

Job Title: Supply Chain Change Management Project Manager Duration: 12 months Pay Rate starts at $55/hr. (Negotiable) The Client's Enterprise Supply Chain organization is a global team responsible for fulfilling all internal end user IT needs. We build integrated, scalable, and robust processes and systems to manage planning & inventory life cycle. We are looking for a Project Manager to support the Order Manager in developing a Change Management program within the Central Supply Chain arm of the organization. The PM will be working with the Order Manager to develop and define a new Change Management function within the EE Supply Chain org which will require strong collaboration skills, the ability to navigate complex problems, keen attention to detail, and superb follow-through capabilities. In addition to building out change management, the PM will later be responsible for operating that function which will require tracking, closing, and reporting on those changes. The ideal candidate for this role will be a professional who can think strategically, adapt quickly, and rapidly earn credibility with all levels of the organization. This person will need exceptional communication and planning skills. They will also be a strong team player, highly motivated, and take initiative in all situations. This role requires an individual who thrives in ambiguous situations and who can lead without authority. Core Responsibilities: ● Work with all pillars within Enterprise Supply Chain to build out a change management program that will be adopted and utilized Integrate this program with internal tools/systems while keeping in mind how changes will be submitted, tracking, reporting, etc. ● Assist with creating and maintaining all change management documentation ● Assist with driving end-to-end completion of all changes, ensuring proper global alignment, and maintaining a comprehensive change log Engage with cross-functional teams when/where necessary to identify scope, constraints, dependencies, and risks associated with any requested changes Drive communication between cross-functional teams to find solutions for requested changes ● Assist with development of any additional XFN programs that may arise; creating documentation and operationalizing Minimum Qualifications: ● Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience/education ● 5+ years of experience in Program/Project Management ● 2+ years of experience with Order Management ● 2+ years experience with change management / version control ● Demonstrated ability to use critical thinking to achieve goals ● Strong stakeholder management skills ● Ability to work effectively across multiple teams in a time sensitive capacity ● Self-motivated & highly adaptable, able to work autonomously ● Excellent written and verbal communication skills ● Highly organized with strong attention to detail ● Excellent time management skills ● Communication and reporting skills

Job Title: Supply Chain Business Analyst (Contract) Duration: 6 Months Contract The Supply Chain Transformation (SCT) team is seeking a motivated and experienced Business Analyst with strong Project Management experience for a six-month engagement. The ideal candidate will have a solid understanding of process and data management within hardware development environments, with preference for experience supporting prototype programs. This role requires strong analytical thinking, structured project execution, and the ability to optimize end-to-end processes and data flows across complex enterprise systems. Key Responsibilities Define and implement end-to-end process and data management strategies for hardware development and supply chain. Trace business processes through multiple systems; document data touchpoints and recommend improvements to ensure data accuracy, consistency, and completeness. Demonstrate understanding of product master data (PLM), parts and hierarchy; apply insights to support process and system decisions. Gather, analyze, and document business requirements; define functional requirements and develop detailed solution designs. Plan, coordinate, and track delivery of multiple initiatives using Agile practices; drive priorities from concept to closure. Identify near and mid-term process/system optimization opportunities; contribute to long-range transformation planning. Create reference documentation, workflows, and educational materials for internal teams. Must-Have Skills & Experience 5+ years delivering new system capabilities in a Business Analyst and Project Manager role, including 3+ years within the hardware industry. 3+ years Agile project management experience in fast-paced environments; consistently driving initiatives to closure. Strong stakeholder management experience across multiple cross-functional teams. Proven ability to trace processes across systems and recommend data management / governance strategies. Strong understanding of product parts and hierarchy and their relationship to master data and operational outcomes. Excellent communication, problem-solving, prioritization, and organization skills. Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a high-velocity environment. Nice-to-Have Hands-on experience with Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) systems. Experience analyzing and cleaning large datasets. Exposure to high-volume consumer electronics environments. Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Industrial Engineering, Systems Engineering, Business Administration, or related field. Project Management certification (PMP or equivalent).

Support the selling function and carry out a variety of tasks and functions. Responsible for maintaining efficient and profitable support for the day-to-day operations of the Product Line. What you will be responsible for: Learn all aspects of the respective product line and or repair group and serve as a technical expert. Proactively drive vendor relationships and serve as the primary contact for AAR. Maximize sales and margin objectives of respective product line. Expand existing traditional business. Identify and pursue purchase opportunities available in the marketplace. Support existing outside sales force. Plan, schedule, and manage inventory for respective product lines. Identify inventory acquisition opportunities. Identify market trends and coordinate with sales groups to anticipate areas of opportunities. Ensure that inventory management and shareholder value is maximized. New Product Development Some travel may be required. All other duties as assigned. What you will need to be successful in this role: Team player with strong interpersonal skills. Basic negotiating, customer support skills. Ability to build strong relationships with customers. Ability to articulate and compose business opportunities. Ability to work in a fast paced and highly technical environment. Associates degree (A.A.) or equivalent from two-year College or technical school; or four years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience. PC Literate (Word, Excel, and Access). Bachelor's degree preferred. Pay range and compensation package: The anticipated salary range for this position is $63,000 to $65,000 annually. This range reflects the base salary for candidates who meet the requirements of the role, including experience, education, and location. [In addition to base pay, this role is eligible for a bonus.] AAR offers a competitive benefits package, including medical/dental/vision/life/and AD&D insurance, 401(k) savings plan with employer match, paid time off and holiday pay, as well as opportunities for professional development and growth. Equal Opportunity Statement AAR provides accommodation in accordance with applicable laws through all stages of the hiring process. If you require accommodation for any part of the application and/or hiring process, please advise Human Resources. Physical Demands/Work Environment The physical demands and work environment characteristics 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. While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be regularly required to sit, stand, bend, reach and move about the facility. The environmental characteristic for this position is an office setting. Candidates should be able to adapt to a traditional business environment.

Our client, a fast-growing, entrepreneurial aerospace business (currently ~$70M in revenue, on a trajectory to exceed $100M) is seeking an experienced executive to lead and transform its Supply Chain & Materials organization. This is a newly aligned leadership role with broad authority and real impact. This is not a corporate caretaker role. It is a builder, transformer, and hands-on leadership opportunity for someone who thrives in scaling environments. Scope of Responsibility This executive will own end-to-end supply chain and materials performance, including: Supplier Development & Strategic Sourcing Procurement Material & Production Planning Inventory Management Warehousing & Logistics All of these functions will report directly into this role, creating a single integrated operating system for flow, cost, and service. The Challenge The company is intentionally realigning leadership to create a modern, high-performing supply chain. You will be asked to: Create a clear vision for how supply chain and materials should operate at scale Lead a transformation, not just manage the status quo Build and reshape the team using both existing talent and selective external hiring Operate hands-on when needed, solving problems, mentoring leaders, and setting the tone through action This is a place where leaders don't wait for reports, they roll up their sleeves, walk the floor, and get things done. You'll need the polish and systems thinking of a larger company, but the agility and humility of a smaller one. Who This Is For This role is ideal for someone who: Has led supply chain, materials, or operations in complex, fast-growing manufacturing environments Has driven supplier development, planning discipline, and inventory improvement Is comfortable wearing multiple hats and working close to the work Prefers building and fixing over navigating layers of bureaucracy Has likely grown up in mid-size or PE-backed environments rather than mega-corporates This is not a role for someone who needs large corporate infrastructure to operate effectively.

Materials Manager Full-Time Muncie, IN Meet your Talent Advisor Desmond Nugent Our client is a global automotive manufacturer and is seeking a Materials Manager to lead production control, planning, and material flow at a high-volume manufacturing facility. This is a key leadership role responsible for driving execution, developing teams, and ensuring customer commitments are met. What you will be doing as a Materials Manager: Lead and develop the Production Control / Materials team, setting clear expectations, goals, and performance metrics. Own production scheduling, inventory management, warehousing, and shipping/receiving to support plant and customer requirements. Translate customer releases into executable production plans aligned with capacity and manpower. Drive daily accountability with suppliers, planning, production, and quality teams to ensure on-time delivery. Monitor plant output and inventory performance; resolve shortages, delays, and material issues. Oversee cycle counts and physical inventories; investigate and correct variances. Ensure compliance with internal manufacturing standards, quality systems, and OSHA requirements. Lead continuous improvement efforts to strengthen material flow, inventory accuracy, and team effectiveness. What you will need as a Materials Manager: 7+ years in a management role leading materials, production control, or scheduling teams. Confident decision-maker able to operate effectively in fast-paced, ambiguous situations. Strong people leader who builds accountability, engagement, and cross-functional alignment. Highly organized with strong systems and analytical skills (ERP/MRP experience preferred). Send resume to Desmond Nugent Career Transitions: Find Your Dream Job or Hire the Best Talent Career Transitions, a Morale Group Company, is a leading recruiting agency that specializes in helping employers find their next critical hire and job seekers find their dream job. Our team of experienced recruiters are dedicated to finding you the perfect match for your open position or helping you find the right job for your skills and interests. We offer a variety of services, including: Recruitment: We match talent with open jobs. Contract staffing: We place technical and exempt professionals in temporary or contract assignments that can become full-time positions. Outplacement: We provide terminated or laid off employees with tools to be competitive in the job market. Career management: We help you develop your career and reach your goals to be the next leader. Career Transitions is committed to providing you with a high-quality talent acquisition experience. Our diverse candidate database and extensive recruiting experience reflects our commitment to match qualified candidates to employers' open positions. We work diligently to ensure that you receive efficient and effective services. We specialize in connecting employers with qualified technical and exempt professionals in many fields, ranging from accounting and finance to engineering and technology, and human resources to sales and marketing. We are support equal opportunity employers who provide support for veterans and people with disabilities. Choose Career Transitions contingency, retained, or contract talent acquisition services to find your next hire or dream job. Visit our website today to learn more about how we can help you. #cth$jb #materials

We are seeking a hands-on Procurement Manager to oversee full-cycle purchasing for a small manufacturing and assembly operation. This role is ideal for someone who has worked in a small company environment and is comfortable wearing multiple hats while managing raw material and component sourcing. Key Responsibilities Manage end-to-end procurement of raw materials, components, and supplies Source, evaluate, and maintain supplier relationships Negotiate pricing, terms, and lead times to support production schedules Coordinate closely with manufacturing, assembly, and warehouse teams Monitor inventory levels to prevent shortages or excess stock Ensure purchase orders, deliveries, and documentation are accurate and timely Qualifications Experience in procurement within a small manufacturing or warehouse assembly environment Strong knowledge of full-cycle procurement processes Ability to work hands-on in a fast-paced, resource-conscious setting Strong organizational, communication, and negotiation skills

AWS/CES is looking for a Materials Manager for our automotive manufacturing client. Salary Rate: $120k-$125k + bonus Shift: Full time Employment Type: Direct Hire MUST HAVE AUTOMOTIVE EXPEREINCE We are seeking a strategic Materials Manager to lead materials planning, procurement, logistics, and inventory control in a manufacturing environment. This role oversees a cross-functional team and drives efficient, cost-effective materials operations aligned with customer and business requirements. Key Responsibilities Lead, coach, and develop materials team members to support operational goals. Manage materials planning, production scheduling, logistics, and inventory levels in a JIT environment. Oversee procurement, supplier performance, and materials availability for production and service needs. Track and report Key Operating Indicators (KOIs) to measure departmental performance. Manage PFEP, cycle counts, packaging, freight, and premium freight strategies. Drive continuous improvement and cost-reduction initiatives across materials operations. Ensure compliance with company policies, customer requirements, and documentation standards. Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management or related field (MBA preferred). 10+ years of materials management experience in manufacturing; automotive experience preferred. 5+ years of direct leadership experience; strong JIT knowledge (Ford experience a plus). Proficient in Microsoft Office and materials management systems (e.g., Trans4M). Experience working in a unionized environment preferred. CPIM, CPM, or APICS certification a plus. Please send your resume to **********************************

About Us: At ID Logistics we are dedicated to fostering a dynamic and inclusive work environment where every team member is welcomed and valued. As a leading global 3PL (3rd party logistics) transportation organization with over 35,000 employees in over 400 sites across 18 countries, we pride ourselves on our customer first approach and commitment to operational excellence. Position Overview: We are seeking a results-driven Strategic Procurement Manager with a strong track record in cost savings and category management. This role will lead strategic sourcing initiatives across multiple locations, manage complex contracts, and optimize supplier performance to support business goals. One focus of this position will be working with the R&D and Engineering team to support sourcing, bidding, and securing supply of solutions for warehousing to include but not limited to rack, MHE, robots, and other solutions. Work Location: This is an on-site position in Johns Creek, GA. Work Schedule: First Shift: Monday - Friday, 8:30am - 5:00pm Work Travel: Up to 25% domestic travel. Competitive Total Rewards Package: Attractive annual salary of $115,000 - $125,000 plus a performance-based bonus, with benefits including health, dental, and vision insurance, 401(k) matching, and more. This position is not eligible for immigration sponsorship. Key Responsibilities: Procurement Receive, evaluate, execute and manage procurement requests of goods and services for ID Logistics locations in the US (with some potential future projects in the Americas). Ensure that all Procurement Activities comply with Procurement policies. Represents procurement team for cross-functional activities within the organization Maintain systems to show accurate details of supplier contracts, purchasing agreements, certificates, etc. Addresses vendor quality issues, handling complaints and material shortages as directed for categories. Issuing status reports on projects - reporting weekly reports, statistics, etc., or as needed. Also create weekly, monthly, and ad hoc reports for other procurement activities as needed. Reviews and approves or rejects new vendor requests in conjunction with global sourcing policies and procurement guidelines Monitors vendor contracts and agreements for compliance and auditing Other activities as required to support purchasing functions. Sourcing/Category Management Support Preparing and distributing Request for Quote packages as directed. Identification, selection, evaluation and development of Suppliers. Managing/monitoring consultant agreements, NDAs, and insurance certificates. Leading negotiations with suppliers before PO creation. Value analysis, process chain analysis Requirements: Minimum Requirements: Bachelor's degree with a concentration in procurement, supply chain/logistics or general business with at least five (5) years of experience or at least fifteen (15) years of experience in similar field in lieu of degree. Demonstrated success in delivering cost savings through strategic sourcing initiatives. Experience managing procurement across multiple locations. Proficiency in SAP S/4 Hana procurement modules preferred. Strong negotiation, analytical, and stakeholder engagement skills. Experience leading strategic vendor contract negotiations for goods and services in excess of $1M USD. Experience with vendor contract management including contract creation, work with legal team, and contract retention policies. Experience in all Microsoft Office software (Word, Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint, Vizio), and advanced knowledge of Excel including Pivot tables, calculations, data parsing, and charting. Preferred Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in business with a concentration in Supply Chain/Logistics is a plus. Experience in the warehousing or logistics industry. Procurement or supply chain certifications (e.g., CPSM). Experience working closely with engineering and R&D.

Build your Career with an Industry Leader Headquartered in Cincinnati, LSI Industries (NASDAQ: LYTS) specializes in the creation of advanced lighting, graphics, and display solutions across strategic vertical markets. The company's American-made products, which include lighting, print graphics, digital graphics, refrigerated and custom displays, aim to help businesses stand out in a competitive market. With a workforce of approximately 2,000 employees and 20 facilities throughout North America, LSI provides top-quality solutions for its clients. LSI's management team is focused on continued profitable growth. Additional information about LSI is available at *************** We are looking for a Global Commodity Manager (PFG) to support our team at our corporate location in Cincinnati, Ohio Summary: This position will provide leadership in the systematic formulation and timely execution of documented, detailed and well-considered Purchased Finished Good (PFG) strategies. They will select, qualify, evaluate, and manage strategic suppliers. A self-starter simultaneously handling multiple categories with a high degree of initiative, accountability and accuracy requiring minimal daily direction consistent with modern purchasing techniques is desired. Includes project managing the selection, evaluation, implementation, and management of strategic suppliers across multiple sites. Ability to follow a process to complete spend analysis, write RFP's, analyze data, negotiate, implement and monitor compliance to companywide programs, and ongoing evaluation and management of strategic suppliers. In this role, you will be responsible for analyzing and scoping the need by working closely with LSI Product Management, create the sourcing strategy, negotiate, work with our vendors and be responsible for the overall management and development of our suppliers. Responsible for the supply chain design of each PFG. You will also lead strategic sourcing initiatives and cross-functional teams, collaborate with subject matter experts to develop scope of work and overall business requirements/standards, draft effective RFI/RFP documents and draft and directly negotiate complex licensing and service agreements with strategic suppliers. Perform market analysis, detailed total cost of ownership comparisons, supplier evaluations and decision matrices, identify contracting risk and draft alternate language to mitigate these risk(s). Facilitate the proposal evaluation process and lead contract negotiations for a wide variety of services. Provide supply management and commodity expertise to clients and suppliers regarding products or services to ensure a total value supply management approach. Initiate and lead supply management processes for assigned contracts/suppliers including scorecards and executive forums. Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following: Support LSI Product Management Purchased Finished Good needs. Select, qualify, manage, and negotiate with PFG supply base. Obtain NDA agreements with PFG suppliers as appropriate. Negotiate and implement supply agreements (contracts) with key OEM suppliers. Systematically develop, lead, implement, manage and promote key supplier relationships through intensive interaction with the supply base. Lead category initiatives through cross-functional team formation and management Develop and implement corporate programs to reduce supply base and achieve cost reduction goals Manage supplier capabilities including but not limited to capacity planning, tooling and resource investments including inventory management Develop, implement and measure contract performance of the supply base including performance metrics for total price savings, spend under contact, etc. Clearly document and present milestone performance in all metrics in a credible and professional way Build and demonstrate personal in-depth knowledge of related industry trends, cost drivers and world class supplier capabilities Obtain and communicate supplier and competitor market intelligence to key LSI team members. Working with Product Management and Sales, develop and implement regional product stocking strategies as well as recommend product mix and respective quantity by location. Work with Buyers to develop a replenishment processes. Education and/or Experience 10 plus years strategic sourcing experience emphasizing negotiation, strategy writing, contracts and is knowledgeable with multiple commodities Experience in the lighting industry a plus Experience in global overseas markets is required International sourcing experience required Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management preferred Capable of simultaneously managing multiple and unrelated commodities or tasks Ability to initiate and recommend commodity goals and accomplishments with a high degree of accountability Able to professionally interact with all levels of supplier and internal management High degree of written and math proficiency and accuracy Time sensitive performer Excellent PC skills especially spreadsheet analyses Travel 20 -35% (including international travel) Certificates, Licenses, Registrations APICS CPIM/CIRM or NAPM CPM is preferred but not required. Other Skills and Abilities Analysis skills Project management Presentation skills Negotiation Skills Ability to understanding engineering specifications and drawings Fundamental understanding of the Supply Chain Ability to work with and lead teams Other Qualifications Possess strong attention to detail. Ability to multi-task Benefits: 401(k) Health insurance Dental insurance Vision insurance Paid time off EEOC LSI is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. LSI is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status.

Procurement & Materials Manager Manufacturing / Heavy Industrial Environment The Procurement & Materials Manager is responsible for plant and terminal purchasing and warehousing activities, including inventory optimization and procurement process improvement. This role partners closely with Operations, Maintenance, and Finance to ensure effective sourcing, inventory management, and cost control aligned with operational and strategic objectives. This position is part of the plant leadership team and plays a key role in shaping procurement and materials management strategies while supporting day-to-day plant operations. Key Responsibilities Lead all purchasing and warehousing activities for the plant and associated terminals, including: Initiating, developing, and negotiating goods and services agreements Managing supplier contracts and ensuring compliance with purchasing policies and procedures Identifying and leading process improvement initiatives across procurement, sourcing, and inventory management Apply competitive bidding processes and negotiate supply and service agreements that balance cost, quality, service, and availability Ensure all procurement and contract activities are conducted in an ethical and legally compliant manner Develop and implement procurement policies, processes, and strategic sourcing plans where needed Drive modernization and continuous improvement of procurement and inventory systems and workflows Manage warehouse operations, including inventory flow, cycle counts, and associated costs Lead inventory reduction initiatives, including min/max analysis and optimization recommendations Develop, track, and report procurement and inventory KPIs to drive performance improvements Actively participate in the annual budgeting process with a strong understanding of: Maintenance costs Commodity and consumable requirements Parts and materials inventory strategy Capital projects and long-term planning Partner closely with Finance to support monthly accruals, forecasting, and cost projections Oversee contractor insurance compliance in line with company policies Provide operational support to the plant as needed Perform additional duties as assigned by plant leadership Required Qualifications University or college degree in a technical, business, economic, or financial discipline Minimum of 5 years' experience in purchasing and contract management within a manufacturing, production, or construction environment Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office applications Demonstrated strategic thinking, problem-solving, and decision-making capability Strong negotiation skills and experience managing people or cross-functional stakeholders Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to influence at all organizational levels Proven ability to manage multiple initiatives simultaneously High level of initiative, adaptability, and openness to change Preferred Qualifications Professional procurement or supply chain certifications (e.g., CPM, APICS, CPP, or similar) Experience working with ERP systems (cloud-based preferred)

Our client is currently seeking a North American Indirect Procurement Leader that can be based in either Houston TX or Western TN. This is a global leader in the Chemical Manufacturing sector. The Indirect Procurement Leader will have responsibility for 3 manufacturing locations. The Procurement Leader will be responsible for order placement, purchase transactions,, closeout activities, and assisting with competitive bidding. This position will be key procurement for End to End Procure-to-Pay process supporting systems and process improvement projects. The successful candidate will also assist with contract preparation, supplier negotiations, supplier relationship management and other procurement-related tasks. Reporting into the Head of Global Procurement, this person will develop / build a strategic Procurement Program for their 3 North American locations. Interested Candidates should contact Lee Douglas @ ************ or email a current resume to ****************** This job will have the following responsibilities: On a daily basis, track and monitor plant level inventories using SAP, excel, and other systems. Forecast material needs for any upcoming large or spot orders with the commercial and plant teams. Requisition review and Purchase Order placement utilizing SAP Process receipts and monitor the closing out of Purchase Orders utilizing SAP Continue to find alternative suppliers, finding the best price available Visit plants to understand process, materials, and conduct monthly inventories Assist in achieving or exceeding targeted cost reductions on relevant commodity categories and monitor reporting documentation. Identify cost-saving opportunities, process improvements, and value creation initiatives. Analyze spending data and market trends to support decision-making. Collaborate with stakeholders to understand business needs and ensure alignment with procurement goals. Support the RFIs, RFPs, and RFQs processes to maximize the benefits for the beneficiaries. Receive and process requests from the plants for any items that are not tracked in SAP. Qualifications & Requirements: Bachelor degree Preferred 7+ years of experience in Procurement or Strategic Sourcing in manufacturing . Experience in contract negotiation and vendor management with proven record of success. Proven experience in Spend Control - Indirect Materials preferably Strong Microsoft Excel skills. Strong background in the use of (ERP Systems) SAP knowledge desirable CIPM / CPL or other relevant procurement certifications. # JDP

We help Procurement and Recruiting departments faced with the challenge of filling multiple IT-related openings for either long-term employment, or short-term projects. They need to find reliable candidates, with the right expertise, quickly and at the right cost to enable their company to remain competitive, and to increase profit and efficiency. Stefanini provides the IT contract resources you need to implement crucial projects, handle short-term assignments, or fulfill long-term placements. Our IT staffing services free you from the challenges of finding, recruiting, training and retaining high-quality professional staff, and allow you to focus on managing your business growth. We provide the ongoing skill development to ensure that professionals placed at your site are trained in leading technologies to support your information technology hardware, software, and network infrastructure. Augment your staff for short or long-term engagements, or for specialized expertise on specific projects. We have more than 25 years of staffing industry knowledge and can provide you with superior candidates to match your technical and professional needs. Job Description • Facilitate business process innovation/continuous improvement and evolve the global process and application configuration to achieve business objectives and alignment towards best practices • Design lean, efficient end-to-end integrated business processes for prioritized areas and deliver appropriate training to the Functional Expert community • Be the custodian of the global best practices, configurations and monitor/ensure compliance • Drive greater business benefit delivery through processes and applications, including running live site health assessments, challenging business processes, championing best practice, etc. • Resolve escalated process and functional issues from any of the 80+ and still growing globally located deployments of the JDA application suite used for supply planning and scheduling • Actively lead the global Supply Planning community of practice -facilitate and influence functional and application experts to share learnings, deliver business benefits and drive business improvements through Supply Planning effectiveness • Provide in-depth business process and application knowledge, defining and documenting the business processes and data definitions supported by the Supply Planning application solution portfolio • Ensure and maintain process and portfolio consistency with related business processes and application solutions (ERP/SAP, Reporting/BW, Demand Planning/JDA Demand) • Manage operational relationship with application vendors (e.g. JDA) and work with them to deliver strategic application functionality • Partner in external forums to keep abreast of trends in Supply Planning, and support external benchmarking/research/R&D for process and IT innovation • Define and create appropriate training material that provides both high-level business process knowledge and detailed operational understanding to sustain operational effectiveness • Provide business process expertise in the ongoing deployment of business solutions (process and applications) into new global segments, markets and factories globally • Prepare 3 Year draft Portfolio Plan • Design Template and Tools upgrade and implement new capabilities Qualifications • Undergraduate degree. Higher education and certification, ideally in Supply Chain,is a plus • Have a minimum of 2 years' experience in Supply Planning (ideally as a supply planner, process and application expert), with at least 5 years in Supply Chain Additional Information 3 Months Contract

We help Procurement and Recruiting departments faced with the challenge of filling multiple IT-related openings for either long-term employment, or short-term projects. They need to find reliable candidates, with the right expertise, quickly and at the right cost to enable their company to remain competitive, and to increase profit and efficiency. Stefanini provides the IT contract resources you need to implement crucial projects, handle short-term assignments, or fulfill long-term placements. Our IT staffing services free you from the challenges of finding, recruiting, training and retaining high-quality professional staff, and allow you to focus on managing your business growth. We provide the ongoing skill development to ensure that professionals placed at your site are trained in leading technologies to support your information technology hardware, software, and network infrastructure. Augment your staff for short or long-term engagements, or for specialized expertise on specific projects. We have more than 25 years of staffing industry knowledge and can provide you with superior candidates to match your technical and professional needs. Job Description Facilitate business process innovation/continuous improvement and evolve the global process and application configuration to achieve business objectives and alignment towards best practices Design lean, efficient end-to-end integrated business processes for prioritized areas and deliver appropriate training to the Functional Expert community Be the custodian of the global best practices, configurations and monitor/ensure compliance Drive greater business benefit delivery through processes and applications, including running live site health assessments, challenging business processes, championing best practice, etc. Resolve escalated process and functional issues from any of the 80+ and still growing globally located deployments of the JDA application suite used for supply planning and scheduling Actively lead the global Supply Planning community of practice -facilitate and influence functional and application experts to share learnings, deliver business benefits and drive business improvements through Supply Planning effectiveness Provide in-depth business process and application knowledge, defining and documenting the business processes and data definitions supported by the Supply Planning application solution portfolio Ensure and maintain process and portfolio consistency with related business processes and application solutions (ERP/SAP, Reporting/BW, Demand Planning/JDA Demand) Manage operational relationship with application vendors (e.g. JDA) and work with them to deliver strategic application functionality Partner in external forums to keep abreast of trends in Supply Planning, and support external benchmarking/research/R&D for process and IT innovation Define and create appropriate training material that provides both high-level business process knowledge and detailed operational understanding to sustain operational effectiveness Provide business process expertise in the ongoing deployment of business solutions (process and applications) into new global segments, markets and factories globally Prepare 3 Year draft Portfolio Plan Design Template and Tools upgrade and implement new capabilities Qualifications Undergraduate degree. Higher education and certification, ideally in Supply Chain,is a plus Have a minimum of 2 years' experience in Supply Planning (ideally as a supply planner, process and application expert), with at least 5 years in Supply Chain Demonstrated ability to manage projects with a larger number of diverse stakeholders and bring significant change to the business Business processes in Supply planning to a level of genuine business credibility. The jobholder will be/become an ‘expert' in all of the following competence areas for Distribution Requirements Planning, Production Planning, Production Scheduling and Deployment Additional Information Duration: 3 Months

We help Procurement and Recruiting departments faced with the challenge of filling multiple IT-related openings for either long-term employment, or short-term projects. They need to find reliable candidates, with the right expertise, quickly and at the right cost to enable their company to remain competitive, and to increase profit and efficiency. Stefanini provides the IT contract resources you need to implement crucial projects, handle short-term assignments, or fulfill long-term placements. Our IT staffing services free you from the challenges of finding, recruiting, training and retaining high-quality professional staff, and allow you to focus on managing your business growth. We provide the ongoing skill development to ensure that professionals placed at your site are trained in leading technologies to support your information technology hardware, software, and network infrastructure. Augment your staff for short or long-term engagements, or for specialized expertise on specific projects. We have more than 25 years of staffing industry knowledge and can provide you with superior candidates to match your technical and professional needs. Job Description • Facilitate business process innovation/continuous improvement and evolve the global process and application configuration to achieve business objectives and alignment towards best practices • Design lean, efficient end-to-end integrated business processes for prioritized areas and deliver appropriate training to the Functional Expert community • Be the custodian of the global best practices, configurations and monitor/ensure compliance • Drive greater business benefit delivery through processes and applications, including running live site health assessments, challenging business processes, championing best practice, etc. • Resolve escalated process and functional issues from any of the 80+ and still growing globally located deployments of the JDA application suite used for supply planning and scheduling • Actively lead the global Supply Planning community of practice -facilitate and influence functional and application experts to share learnings, deliver business benefits and drive business improvements through Supply Planning effectiveness • Provide in-depth business process and application knowledge, defining and documenting the business processes and data definitions supported by the Supply Planning application solution portfolio • Ensure and maintain process and portfolio consistency with related business processes and application solutions (ERP/SAP, Reporting/BW, Demand Planning/JDA Demand) • Manage operational relationship with application vendors (e.g. JDA) and work with them to deliver strategic application functionality • Partner in external forums to keep abreast of trends in Supply Planning, and support external benchmarking/research/R&D for process and IT innovation • Define and create appropriate training material that provides both high-level business process knowledge and detailed operational understanding to sustain operational effectiveness • Provide business process expertise in the ongoing deployment of business solutions (process and applications) into new global segments, markets and factories globally • Prepare 3 Year draft Portfolio Plan • Design Template and Tools upgrade and implement new capabilities Qualifications • Undergraduate degree. Higher education and certification, ideally in Supply Chain,is a plus • Have a minimum of 2 years' experience in Supply Planning (ideally as a supply planner, process and application expert), with at least 5 years in Supply Chain Additional Information3 Months Contract

We help Procurement and Recruiting departments faced with the challenge of filling multiple IT-related openings for either long-term employment, or short-term projects. They need to find reliable candidates, with the right expertise, quickly and at the right cost to enable their company to remain competitive, and to increase profit and efficiency. Stefanini provides the IT contract resources you need to implement crucial projects, handle short-term assignments, or fulfill long-term placements. Our IT staffing services free you from the challenges of finding, recruiting, training and retaining high-quality professional staff, and allow you to focus on managing your business growth. We provide the ongoing skill development to ensure that professionals placed at your site are trained in leading technologies to support your information technology hardware, software, and network infrastructure. Augment your staff for short or long-term engagements, or for specialized expertise on specific projects. We have more than 25 years of staffing industry knowledge and can provide you with superior candidates to match your technical and professional needs. Job Description Facilitate business process innovation/continuous improvement and evolve the global process and application configuration to achieve business objectives and alignment towards best practices Design lean, efficient end-to-end integrated business processes for prioritized areas and deliver appropriate training to the Functional Expert community Be the custodian of the global best practices, configurations and monitor/ensure compliance Drive greater business benefit delivery through processes and applications, including running live site health assessments, challenging business processes, championing best practice, etc. Resolve escalated process and functional issues from any of the 80+ and still growing globally located deployments of the JDA application suite used for supply planning and scheduling Actively lead the global Supply Planning community of practice -facilitate and influence functional and application experts to share learnings, deliver business benefits and drive business improvements through Supply Planning effectiveness Provide in-depth business process and application knowledge, defining and documenting the business processes and data definitions supported by the Supply Planning application solution portfolio Ensure and maintain process and portfolio consistency with related business processes and application solutions (ERP/SAP, Reporting/BW, Demand Planning/JDA Demand) Manage operational relationship with application vendors (e.g. JDA) and work with them to deliver strategic application functionality Partner in external forums to keep abreast of trends in Supply Planning, and support external benchmarking/research/R&D for process and IT innovation Define and create appropriate training material that provides both high-level business process knowledge and detailed operational understanding to sustain operational effectiveness Provide business process expertise in the ongoing deployment of business solutions (process and applications) into new global segments, markets and factories globally Prepare 3 Year draft Portfolio Plan Design Template and Tools upgrade and implement new capabilities Qualifications Undergraduate degree. Higher education and certification, ideally in Supply Chain,is a plus Have a minimum of 2 years' experience in Supply Planning (ideally as a supply planner, process and application expert), with at least 5 years in Supply Chain Demonstrated ability to manage projects with a larger number of diverse stakeholders and bring significant change to the business Business processes in Supply planning to a level of genuine business credibility. The jobholder will be/become an ‘expert' in all of the following competence areas for Distribution Requirements Planning, Production Planning, Production Scheduling and Deployment Additional InformationDuration: 3 Months