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Marketing Statement: Tokio Marine North America Services (TMNAS) provides professional support services to Tokio Marine Group companies in the United States, including Tokio Marine America, First Insurance Company of Hawaii, and Philadelphia Insurance Companies. Customer service is our focus and our passion! Tokio Marine North America Services adds value in all that we do, providing the best professional service to our business partners, allowing them to achieve their goals. Our talented team delivers actuarial, audit, corporate communications, financial and investment, human capital services, information technology, legal, and payroll expertise to our customers. Job Summary: The Head of Procurement (HOP) will lead the design and execution of an enterprise-wide procurement strategy across our diverse and decentralized global operations. Operating in a federated group model, the HOP should be an experience leader, skilled change agent, and consensus builder-driving synergies, governance, and long-term value while respecting the autonomy of regional and subsidiary business units. The role will be responsible for global sourcing, third-party risk management, procurement digitization, cost optimization, and ESG-aligned sourcing initiatives across corporate spend categories (e.g., IT, consulting, real estate, BPO, marketing, and financial services). Essential Job Functions: Strategic Procurement Leadership Develop and execute a group-wide procurement strategy aligned to the company's risk appetite, growth agenda, regulatory commitments, and digital transformation priorities Establish a new procurement operating model that enables center-led governance and global coordination while respecting the autonomy subsidiary entities - clarifying global, regional and local roles and responsibilities Leading a global, client-focused procurement organization that fully leverages and assertively sources our third-party spending Anticipating future procurement needs and having strategies in place to meet the needs of Tokio Marine's business Serve as a trusted advisor to Group Executives and Boards on procurement strategy, third-party risk exposure, and geopolitical/supply chain trends Stakeholder & Change Management Champion enterprise alignment, balancing global standardization with local agility Drive stakeholder engagement across regional CEOs, CFOs, CIOs, and Vendor Management/Legal/Compliance heads to build broad-based support for procurement modernization Develop and deliver clear, compelling communications and business cases for change Operational Excellence & Risk Management Oversee global procurement processes, policies, and governance-ensuring compliance with Japanese Insurance Business Law and local regulatory requirements Build group-wide third-party risk and contract lifecycle management capabilities Leverage procurement analytics and digital platforms (e.g., SAP Ariba, Coupa, Ivalua) to create visibility, control, and value capture across the global supplier base People & Capability Development Build and lead a high-performing team across the U.S., U.K., Japan, and key global hubs Foster a performance-based culture rooted in integrity, transparency, and cross-border collaboration Drive learning, upskilling, and procurement maturity across diverse subsidiaries ESG, Sustainability & Innovation Embed ESG principles and supplier diversity into sourcing decisions and frameworks Partner with internal ESG teams to ensure procurement supports group sustainability goals and stakeholder expectations Lead innovation in vendor ecosystems and service delivery models Qualifications: Experience 10+ years in procurement or supply chain leadership roles, ideally within regulated industries (insurance, financial services, healthcare) Experience managing complex federated organizations or multi-entity groups Demonstrated success leading global procurement transformation programs with measurable cost, risk, and compliance outcomes Deep category expertise across corporate services, technology, and insurance-adjacent domains Familiarity with regulatory landscapes in Japan, U.S., U.K., and EU is a strong plus Education Bachelor's degree in Business, Law, Finance, Supply Chain, or related field MBA or equivalent advanced degree preferred Procurement certifications (e.g., CPSM, CIPS) are advantageous Salary range $182,000 to $225,000 . Ultimate salary offered will be based on factors such as applicant experience and geographic location. Our company offers a competitive benefits package and bonus eligibility on top of base. EEO Statement: Tokio Marine Group of Companies (including, but not limited to the Philadelphia Insurance Companies, Tokio Marine America, Inc., TMNA Services, LLC, TM Claims Service, Inc. and First Insurance Company of Hawaii, Ltd.) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. In order to remain competitive we must attract, develop, motivate, and retain the most qualified employees regardless of age, color, race, religion, gender, disability, national or ethnic origin, family circumstances, life experiences, marital status, military status, sexual orientation and/or any other status protected by law.

As a Senior Procurement Specialist supporting our Information Technology business unit you will be a trusted business advisor with internal and external stakeholders. We pride ourselves on being the experts in what we do, and we need individuals who are experienced to be able to handle the more complex spend categories and execute procurement actions that support business operations while continually adding value to the organization. You'll develop and maintain relationships with internal and external stakeholders, while creating procurement strategies, monitoring the contract lifecycles, managing supplier performance, and being a trusted business advisor for the Information Technology stakeholders. What You'll Do As a Senior Procurement Specialist, you will: Manage complex Information Technology spend categories, including maintaining awareness of current and future needs, monitoring milestones and reviewing contract terms. Develop and execute action plans based on the identified sourcing strategy, business needs and improvement to ensure standards are achieved at a competitive rate with minimal risk. Develop and execute negotiation strategies to determine contract terms and conditions, ensuring a strong product is provided with optimal savings and minimal risk. Monitor contracts for assigned spend categories to identify pending expirations and proactively communicate with business stakeholders or junior team members to determine how to proceed with the supplier. Conduct research, benchmarking and cost analysist to remain a subject matter expert in assigned categories and make recommendations to the business. Collaborate with business stakeholders to implement changes that achieve business goals. Develop and maintain supplier relationships including developing performance score cards, managing performance, driving cost saving efforts and ensuring adherence to contract terms and conditions. Lead creation of improvement plans when standards are not being achieved. Develop or participate in development of sourcing strategies for Information Technology spend categories to ensure implementation of appropriate procurement approaches and identification of controls to manage risk. Develop and maintain relationships with internal stakeholders to support business needs and lead complex change management efforts for internal and external processes. Maintains knowledge of changing technology, current market conductions and industry trends to identify possible improvements. Evaluate contracts and identify financial or legal implications to determine current opportunities to make changes, presenting findings and recommendations to management as appropriate. Additionally, you will: Research and analyze current spend, suppliers, market conditions and business needs to develop sourcing alternatives or adjust strategies to ensure business stakeholders are achieving desired results. Provide work directions and learning opportunities to other team members and will be relied upon to troubleshoot complex issues that are escalated from the team or referred from management. Act as a resource for team members with less experience. Review internal and external processes and documents to identify business risks and implement solutions that minimize exposures moving forward. Utilize and provide management with recommendations to improve procurement processes, system interfaces and reporting to manage risks and ensure adherence to appropriate controls. May identify a need for and build basic business continuity plans to limit business risk baked on supplier dependencies and exposures. Perform other job-related duties as assigned from time to time. What it Takes Bachelors Degree or equivalent work experience Minimum of 5 years of related work experience, with a minimum of 4 years of Procurement/Sourcing/Supply Chain or related work experience Passion for technology and a clear understanding of how that technology can positively impact Sentry Demonstrated good communication and strong customer service capabilities when collaborating with internal customers, vendors and other stakeholders Demonstrates strong organizational and project management skills Proficiency in Microsoft Office (including Word and Excel) Creativity and the ability to work with minimal supervision and with a variety of Sentry user groups and external suppliers Ability to work in a fast-paced environment Ability to exercise sound financial judgement Strong analytical, data management and negotiation skills Demonstrated leadership and growth potential Ability to thrive in a team environment Ability to manage a large portfolio of projects and consistently deliver quality results What You'll Receive At Sentry, your total rewards go beyond competitive compensation. Below are some benefits and perks that you'll receive. Sentry is happy to offer flexibility through a scheduled Hybrid work model. Monday and Friday work from home if you choose to, Tuesday through Thursday in office. Generous Paid-Time Off plan for you to enjoy time out of the office. 401(K) plan with a dollar for dollar match on your first eight percent, plus immediate vesting to help strengthen your financial future. Group Medical, Dental, Vision and Life insurance to encourage a healthy lifestyle. Extensive Work-Life Resources to lend a helping hand. Sentry Foundation gift matching program to encourage charitable giving. Continue your education and career development through Sentry University (SentryU). About Sentry We take great pride in making Forbes' list of America's Best Midsize Employers. A lot of different factors go into that honor, many of which contribute to your job satisfaction. ur bright future is built on a long track record of success. We got our start in 1904 and have been helping businesses succeed and protect their futures ever since. Because of the trust placed in us, we're one of the largest and financially strongest mutual insurance companies in the United States. We're rated A+ by A.M. Best, the industry's leading rating authority. Our headquarters is in Stevens Point, Wisconsin, with offices located throughout the United States. From sales to claims, and information technology to marketing, we enjoy a rewarding and challenging work environment with opportunities for ongoing professional development and growth. Get ready to own your future at Sentry. Opportunities await! Casey Van Der Geest **************************** Equal Employment Opportunity Sentry is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is our policy that there be no discrimination in employment based on race, color, national origin, religion, sex, disability, age, marital status, or sexual orientation.

KB Home is one of America's largest and most trusted homebuilders, with nearly 700,000 quality-homes built over our more than 65-year history. Operating across 21 divisions in 9 states, we don't just build houses we create places where families can make a lifetime of memories. At KB Home, our foundation is our people. We foster genuine relationships with our customers throughout their homebuying journey, while our employees bring passion and purpose to work every day. Our shared culture of customer obsession drives our mission to make homeownership attainable for all. The Opportunity Step into the pivotal role of a Purchasing Agent, where you'll be at the forefront of our procurement operations. You'll masterfully navigate bid evaluations, vendor negotiations, and contractor selections, ensuring every decision is backed by strategic insight. Your expertise will be crucial in managing contracts, work orders, purchase orders, and expense controls, all aimed at securing the best value while maintaining fairness and cost-effectiveness. Key Responsibilities Implement the Purchasing Process Develop budgets and solicit bids for new communities. Prepare material take-offs and cost estimates with subcontractors and consultants. Evaluate subcontractors and negotiate effectively with vendors to secure fair contracts. Analyze proposals and prepare bid-award packages with detailed cost breakdowns. Archive critical supporting documents on SharePoint in compliance with requirements. Ensure an efficient flow in the contract administration process. Drive Process Improvement Streamline labor and material supply chain operations with the construction team. Identify cost reduction opportunities while eliminating material waste and pricing discrepancies. Leverage national contracts and economies of scale for division benefit. Manage Options Oversee the creation and maintenance of sales and studio options. Keep the options database current with changes and upgrades. Oversee New Product Plans Manage maintenance and development initiatives in collaboration with KB Architecture. Coordinate New Community Setup and Community Plan Ads Manage new community setups including direct cost budgeting. Coordinate community plan ads from bid solicitation to activation for sale. What You Bring A High School Diploma is required; an Associate or Bachelor's Degree in Business, Accounting, Communications, Construction or a related field is preferred. A minimum of 3 years of progressive experience in material and/or trade partner procurement. Previous homebuilding contracting or purchasing experience is preferred. Familiarity with residential construction processes and components for single-family and multi-family homes. Proficiency in analyzing direct costs to maintain or improve budgets. Strong multitasking, organizational, communication, and problem-solving abilities. Excellent negotiation skills, a cooperative attitude, and the ability to interact professionally with internal and external partners. Strong mathematical aptitude, advanced Excel and analytical skills, and proficiency in Microsoft Word and Outlook. Experience working with various computerized systems. Requirements The ideal candidate must be able to complete all physical requirements of the job with or without a reasonable accommodation. Ability to stand or sit for extended periods. Ability to move about work location. Ability to drive/travel throughout the designated area to construction sites as needed. Ability to walk up and down stairs. Ability to observe details at close range and communicate information so others will understand. Ability to transport and move up to 20 lbs and move as needed ( for roles in Construction/Customer Service/IT/Land/Marketing/Sales/Studio ). Periodically works in outdoor weather conditions ( for roles in Construction/Customer Service/Land/Sales ). Maintain a professional and ethical conduct to reinforce company goodwill and profitability. Position located at the Division Office. #LI-onsite. Compensation Details and Benefits KB Home offers a competitive compensation & benefits package. The expected new hire base salary range for this position is based on experience and is noted below, paid semi-monthly. In addition to the noted base salary, this position is eligible for an annual discretionary bonus. KB Home provides a variety of benefits to employees, including health insurance coverage, an employee wellness program, life and disability insurance, a retirement savings plan, paid holidays, sick time and vacation. Pay Range USD $85,000.00 - USD $105,000.00 /Yr. The KB Home Difference Join us and become part of a team where innovation, sustainability, and an unwavering commitment to customer satisfaction drive everything we do - and where people truly matter. As a KB Home team member, you'll experience: • A culture defined by customer obsession and collaboration. • The satisfaction of helping families achieve their dream of homeownership. • Opportunities for growth and development within a nationally recognized company. Visit our career site to learn more about working at KB Home and joining our team. KB Home wants prospective employees to protect themselves from fraudulent activity. Legitimate communication will only come from email addresses ending ************** or through our applicant tracking system, iCIMS, **************** ******************** domains. KB Home and its affiliates do not accept unsolicited resumes from individual recruiters or third party recruiting agencies in response to job postings. KB Home is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Your Role The Global Business Services team is responsible for the execution of the sourcing process for goods and services, including supporting the business by making effective sourcing decisions and establishing supplier contracts. The Sourcing Specialist Consultant will report to the Director, Sourcing for the IT Stellarus team. In this role you will provide sourcing strategy, advice and objectives to support the operational business initiatives. Your Knowledge and Experience Typically, it requires a college degree or equivalent experience and a minimum of 7 years of prior relevant experience in strategic sourcing/contracting Requires a minimum of 5 years negotiating technology agreements (SaaS, data services, managed services/outsourcing, healthcare services) with direct ownership of deals in the multi‑million‑dollar range Requires excellent analytical and problem-solving skills Requires deep knowledge of Sourcing/Supplier Relationship Management area typically obtained through advanced education combined with experience Requires one to be viewed as a specialist within Sourcing/Supplier Relationship Management discipline Your Work In this role, you will: Act as a trusted advisor and provide sourcing strategy advice and consultation to best achieve the business strategy and objectives for transactional and operational initiatives. Provide guidance to Business partners and seek alignment to influence spend and cost savings through supplier rationalization and driving economies of scale. Analyze the supply market to identify best sources for acquisition of goods and services. Manage supplier selection and qualification through a competitive bid process for goods and/or services. Promote small, disadvantaged, and minority-owned businesses through a supplier diversity program. Facilitate supplier risk management, due diligence and on boarding activities. Lead end‑to‑end contracting for complex technology and product deals (often $5M-$100M+), including MSAs/CSAs, Order Forms, SOWs, Amendments, Change Orders, and negotiation playbooks; drive best‑value outcomes across price, risk, service levels, and innovation. Own negotiation strategy: develop BATNAs, should‑cost/TCO models, and multi‑round RFx/auction strategies; run competitive events and down‑selects with clear decision frameworks. Structure commercial models that balance agility and control (e.g., output‑/outcome‑based pricing, ramp/elastic capacity, milestone & acceptance, indexed rate cards, usage tiers, EDPs, reservations/commit models for cloud). Partner with Legal, Privacy, Security, Finance, Risk, Compliance, and IT to close issues quickly (IP/data rights, privacy & data protection, security schedules, regulatory addenda, BAAs/DPAs, service levels/credits, termination/transition assistance, subcontracting, open‑source/SBOM, audit/controls). Guide stakeholders through intake to signature: ensure complete business requirements, strong SOWs, and adherence to required pre‑approvals and documentation. Reduce cycle time and risk by applying standard templates, clause libraries, and redline best practices; escalate and resolve blockers rapidly.

Your Role The Global Business Services team is responsible for the execution of the sourcing process for goods and services, including supporting the business by making effective sourcing decisions and establishing supplier contracts. The Sourcing Specialist Principal will report to the Director, Sourcing for the IT Stellarus team. In this role you will provide sourcing strategy, advice and objectives to support the operational business initiatives. Your Knowledge and Experience Requires a minimum of 10 years of prior relevant experience in strategic sourcing/contracting Requires a minimum of 7 years negotiating technology agreements (SaaS, data services, managed services/outsourcing, healthcare services) with direct ownership of deals in the multi‑million‑dollar range Requires mastery level knowledge of Sourcing/Supplier Relationship Management area typically obtained through advanced education combined with experience. May have deep knowledge of project management. Requires excellent analytical and problem-solving skills. . Your Work In this role, you will: Be responsible for the overall prioritization, quality and delivery of strategic sourcing initiatives to support Blue Shield's and Care1st's culture of affordability Act as a trusted advisor and provide leadership through sourcing strategy advice and consultation to best achieve the business strategy and culture of affordability objectives Provide guidance to Business partners and seek alignment to influence spend and cost savings/total cost of ownership through supplier rationalization and driving economies of scale Be a liaison with business users and SMEs to understand requirements and priorities of the field, provide input for requirements to ensure upon business model Validate key inputs and assumptions built into quantitative and qualitative analysis and/or financial models Lead, structure and guide Business partners on complex sourcing initiatives Contribute to the analysis of complex situations, identify risks and contribute to the development of risk mitigation ideas Ensure sourcing principles and best practices are incorporated into the initiatives Present status, track process implementation results and issue identification/resolution effectively to management Remain informed and engaged throughout project lifecycle Lead end‑to‑end contracting for complex technology and product deals (often $5M-$100M+), including MSAs/CSAs, Order Forms, SOWs, Amendments, Change Orders, and negotiation playbooks; drive best‑value outcomes across price, risk, service levels, and innovation Own negotiation strategy: develop BATNAs, should‑cost/TCO models, and multi‑round RFx/auction strategies; run competitive events and down‑selects with clear decision frameworks Structure commercial models that balance agility and control (e.g., output‑/outcome‑based pricing, ramp/elastic capacity, milestone & acceptance, indexed rate cards, usage tiers, EDPs, reservations/commit models for cloud) Partner with Legal, Privacy, Security, Finance, Risk, Compliance, and IT to close issues quickly (IP/data rights, privacy & data protection, security schedules, regulatory addenda, BAAs/DPAs, service levels/credits, termination/transition assistance, subcontracting, open‑source/SBOM, audit/controls) Guide stakeholders through intake to signature: ensure complete business requirements, strong SOWs, and adherence to required pre‑approvals and documentation Reduce cycle time and risk by applying standard templates, clause libraries, and redline best practices; escalate and resolve blockers rapidly

Experience more with a career at COUNTRY Financial! We're excited you're interested in a career at COUNTRY as we strive toward our vision - to enrich lives in the communities we serve. Our footprint spans coast to coast. But more important than where we operate, is the people who do the work. Apply today to help our organization grow and make a difference for our clients. About the role Responsible for the company's strategic sourcing activities. Evaluates and recommends sourcing events by analyzing enterprise and business area specific spend, end-user activity, strategic supplier partnerships and the marketplace. Issues requests for information and proposals. Evaluates bidder responses and makes commercial recommendations. Negotiates with vendors and suppliers to obtain best overall value agreements and determines if proposed contract changes and modifications are in the best interest of COUNTRY complying with company, state and federal rules and regulations. Manages supplier relationships and monitors contract performance. Works closely with internal business areas and stakeholders to assess internal requirements and supplier performance. Manages audit requests, contract dispute resolution, and overall supplier relationships. Leads supplier business reviews.How does this role make an impact?- Uses the 5-step sourcing process to guide the development, issuance, and evaluation of vendor proposals. - Recommends and prepares documentation supporting an award decisions and negotiation strategies. - Manages and mitigates supplier risk through the creation of risk assessments and mitigation plans, participates in ongoing risk management activities, document policies and standards, and promote vendor risk awareness. - Identifies and manages strategic suppliers and agreements and implements strategies to address deficiencies in service and performance, and resolution of contractual disputes and audits.Do you have what we're looking for? Typically requires 7+ years of relevant experience or a combination of related experience, education and training. Base Pay Range: $76,000-$104,500 The base pay range represents the typical range of potential salary offers for candidates hired. Factors used to determine your actual salary include your specific skills, qualifications and experience. Incentive Pay: In addition to base salary, this position is eligible for a Short-Term Incentive plan. Why work with us? Our employees and representatives serve nearly one million households with our diverse range of personal and business insurance products as well as retirement and investment services. We build relationships and work together to create a stronger, more secure future for our clients and our communities. We're a big company, yet small enough you can make an impact and won't get lost in the shuffle. You'll have the opportunity to learn and grow throughout your career, either within this role or by exploring other areas of our business. You'll be able to take advantage of our benefits package, which includes insurance benefits (medical, dental, vision, disability, and life), 401(k) with company match. COUNTRY Financial is committed to providing equal opportunity in all areas of employment, and in providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, age, gender, sexual orientation, veteran status, national origin, disability, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations. Come join our team at COUNTRY today!

Join us at the Illinois Farm Bureau to become part of an influential leader that has a rich history and vision toward the future of agriculture. We're excited you're looking for a career with Illinois Farm Bureau as we advocate for farmers and agriculture. We're a grassroots organization made up of people who support farms, food and families in Illinois.. Apply today to become a vital part of helping us advocate for Illinois agriculture and support Illinois farm families. About the role Develops and maintains accounting principles, practices, and procedures to ensure accurate and timely financial statements for the Illinois Farm Bureau (IFB) and affiliated companies, ensuring compliance with Generally Accepted Accounting Principles (GAAP) and other relevant accounting standards. Oversees the daily operations of the accounts receivable, fixed assets, and procurement functions. Supervises assigned staff to ensure efficient operations.How does this role make an impact? Manages accounts receivable, accounts payable, fixed assets, and building rental leases for IFB and affiliates. Develops, implements, maintains and enforces procurement policies and procedures including requests, orders, approvals and financial commitment tracking. Communicates with employees and vendors regarding procurement/travel expense reimbursement and invoice payment policies and procedures. Oversees vendor relationships and partners with management to evaluate vendor performance, needs assessment, spend optimization and risk management. Ensures compliance with contracts and policies. Develops necessary budgets for approval by the Board of Directors. Serves as the controller nominee, being authorized to approve various disbursements under a certain dollar threshold for all entities. Ensures responsibility over the inventory of IFB and affiliates. Manages the monthly financial statements process for IFB and assigned affiliates. Assists in the preparation of work papers for the annual external audits and tax returns. Supervises the accumulation of non-salary taxable compensation information on employee W-2 forms. Assists in internal audits and special projects assigned by Controller. Exercises professional leadership by keeping abreast of current trends, developments, technology and opportunities within field of responsibility. Do you have what we're looking for? Typically requires 6+ years of relevant experience or a combination of related experience, education and training. CPA designation preferred. Base Pay Range: $86,400-$118,800 The base pay range represents the typical range of potential salary offers for candidates hired. Factors used to determine your actual salary include your specific skills, qualifications and experience. Incentive Pay: In addition to base salary, this position is eligible for a Short-Term Incentive plan. Why work with us? Illinois Farm Bureau planted roots in 1916 and is one of the largest Farm Bureau organizations in the United States. Illinois Farm Bureau is a voice for Illinois farmers, farm families, and anyone involved in food and agriculture. That covers a lot of ground. Illinois Farm Bureau represents members in Springfield, IL and Washington D.C. When you become a part of Illinois Farm Bureau, you become part of something that touches the lives of people every day. You truly make a difference. You'll be able to take advantage of our benefits package, which includes insurance benefits (medical, dental, vision, disability, and life), 401(k) with company match, parental leave, paid time off, paid company holidays and time off to volunteer. Please click here to learn more about Illinois Farm Bureau and the many benefits we offer our employees. Illinois Farm Bureau is committed to providing equal opportunity in all areas of employment, and in providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, age, gender, sexual orientation, veteran status, national origin, disability, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations. Come join our team at Illinois Farm Bureau today! Illinois Farm Bureau does not generally sponsor individuals for employment-based visas for this position.

Experience more with a career at COUNTRY Financial! We're excited you're interested in a career at COUNTRY as we strive toward our vision - to enrich lives in the communities we serve. Our footprint spans coast to coast. But more important than where we operate, is the people who do the work. Apply today to help our organization grow and make a difference for our clients. About the role Responsible for the company's strategic sourcing activities. Evaluates and recommends sourcing events by analyzing enterprise and business area specific spend, end-user activity, strategic supplier partnerships and the marketplace. Issues requests for information and proposals. Evaluates bidder responses and makes commercial recommendations. Negotiates with vendors and suppliers to obtain best overall value agreements and determines if proposed contract changes and modifications are in the best interest of COUNTRY complying with company, state and federal rules and regulations. Manages supplier relationships and monitors contract performance. Works closely with internal business areas and stakeholders to assess internal requirements and supplier performance. Manages audit requests, contract dispute resolution, and overall supplier relationships. Leads supplier business reviews. How does this role make an impact? * Uses the 5-step sourcing process to guide the development, issuance, and evaluation of vendor proposals. - Recommends and prepares documentation supporting an award decisions and negotiation strategies. - Manages and mitigates supplier risk through the creation of risk assessments and mitigation plans, participates in ongoing risk management activities, document policies and standards, and promote vendor risk awareness. - Identifies and manages strategic suppliers and agreements and implements strategies to address deficiencies in service and performance, and resolution of contractual disputes and audits. Do you have what we're looking for? Typically requires 7+ years of relevant experience or a combination of related experience, education and training. Base Pay Range: $76,000-$104,500 The base pay range represents the typical range of potential salary offers for candidates hired. Factors used to determine your actual salary include your specific skills, qualifications and experience. Incentive Pay: In addition to base salary, this position is eligible for a Short-Term Incentive plan. Why work with us? Our employees and representatives serve nearly one million households with our diverse range of personal and business insurance products as well as retirement and investment services. We build relationships and work together to create a stronger, more secure future for our clients and our communities. We're a big company, yet small enough you can make an impact and won't get lost in the shuffle. You'll have the opportunity to learn and grow throughout your career, either within this role or by exploring other areas of our business. You'll be able to take advantage of our benefits package, which includes insurance benefits (medical, dental, vision, disability, and life), 401(k) with company match. COUNTRY Financial is committed to providing equal opportunity in all areas of employment, and in providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, age, gender, sexual orientation, veteran status, national origin, disability, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations. Come join our team at COUNTRY today!

Experience more with a career at COUNTRY Financial! We're excited you're interested in a career at COUNTRY as we strive toward our vision - to enrich lives in the communities we serve. Our footprint spans coast to coast. But more important than where we operate, is the people who do the work. Apply today to help our organization grow and make a difference for our clients. About the role Responsible for the company's strategic sourcing activities. Evaluates and recommends sourcing events by analyzing enterprise and business area specific spend, end-user activity, strategic supplier partnerships and the marketplace. Issues requests for information and proposals. Evaluates bidder responses and makes commercial recommendations. Negotiates with vendors and suppliers to obtain best overall value agreements and determines if proposed contract changes and modifications are in the best interest of COUNTRY complying with company, state and federal rules and regulations. Manages supplier relationships and monitors contract performance. Works closely with internal business areas and stakeholders to assess internal requirements and supplier performance. Manages audit requests, contract dispute resolution, and overall supplier relationships. Leads supplier business reviews. How does this role make an impact? * Uses the 5-step sourcing process to guide the development, issuance, and evaluation of vendor proposals. - Recommends and prepares documentation supporting an award decisions and negotiation strategies. - Manages and mitigates supplier risk through the creation of risk assessments and mitigation plans, participates in ongoing risk management activities, document policies and standards, and promote vendor risk awareness. - Identifies and manages strategic suppliers and agreements and implements strategies to address deficiencies in service and performance, and resolution of contractual disputes and audits. Do you have what we're looking for? Typically requires 7+ years of relevant experience or a combination of related experience, education and training. Base Pay Range: $76,000-$104,500 The base pay range represents the typical range of potential salary offers for candidates hired. Factors used to determine your actual salary include your specific skills, qualifications and experience. Incentive Pay: In addition to base salary, this position is eligible for a Short-Term Incentive plan. Why work with us? Our employees and representatives serve nearly one million households with our diverse range of personal and business insurance products as well as retirement and investment services. We build relationships and work together to create a stronger, more secure future for our clients and our communities. We're a big company, yet small enough you can make an impact and won't get lost in the shuffle. You'll have the opportunity to learn and grow throughout your career, either within this role or by exploring other areas of our business. You'll be able to take advantage of our benefits package, which includes insurance benefits (medical, dental, vision, disability, and life), 401(k) with company match. COUNTRY Financial is committed to providing equal opportunity in all areas of employment, and in providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, age, gender, sexual orientation, veteran status, national origin, disability, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations. Come join our team at COUNTRY today!

EMPLOYER: Grupo Antolin North America, Inc. Commodity Buyer HOURS / WEEK: 40 DUTIES: The Commodity Buyer is responsible for the purchase of the best quality equipment, goods, and services for the organization at the most competitive prices. Oversee supply chain management and procurement, possibly on a worldwide scale, giving high priority to local content. Responsible for conducting research to ascertain the best products and suppliers in terms of best value, delivery schedules, and quality. Evaluate suppliers based on price, quality, and delivery speed. Analyze price proposals, financial reports, and other information to determine reasonable prices. Track and report key functional metrics to reduce expenses and improve effectiveness. Responsible for negotiating and setting up contracts, monitoring their progress, checking the quality of service provided, and closing deals with optimal terms. Responsible for keeping contract files and using them as reference for the future. Forecasts price and market trends to identify changes of balance in buyer-supplier power. Identify potential suppliers. Visit existing suppliers and new ones. Build and maintain good relationships with suppliers. Evaluate bids and make recommendations based on commercial and technical factors. Determine quantity and timing of deliveries. Ensure suppliers are aware of business objectives. Attend internal and external meetings. Complete other job-related tasks as assigned. MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: Bachelor's Degree or (foreign academic equivalent) in Purchasing, Business Administration, Finance, Business Marketing or related field and six (6) months of experience in the job offered or related. Experience must include: Experience with INCOTERMS 2020 conditions; and experience with Microsoft Excel dynamic tables and SAP ERP. OTHER: This position requires domestic travel, as needed, up to 5%. This is a hybrid position whereby the employee will work both from home and from the aforementioned office address. Hence, the employee must live within a reasonable commuting distance of the aforementioned office address. If offered employment must have legal right to work in U.S.

KROGER Qualifications · Read and interpret lower risk technology contracts and facilitate redlining and negotiation of business terms in accordance with established policies and guidelines for the same. · Review incoming requests for contract, contract renewals, and negotiation to determine the appropriate sourcing personnel to manage the request. · Run comparisons of documents to record changes that were made, if any, and coordinate with sourcing ASP to get finalized contracts launched for digital signature. · Draft contract summaries to accompany requests for electronic signature, identifying key metrics for compliance that must be recorded upon upload to contract database tool. · Meet regularly with Contract Manager to review workload and progress as well as discuss challenges and identify areas of learning opportunities. · Serve as liaison between technology partners and legal, when legal review is required. · Review product/service quality and vendor performance as part of contract compliance. · Identify areas of non-compliance. · Observe, learn details and provide evaluations and summaries to communicate findings/recommendations to include measurements allowing for cost impact evaluations. · Report savings and cost avoidance achievements through sourcing department tools when achieving savings/cost avoidance as a result of contract negotiations. Must be able to perform the essential functions of this position with or without reasonable accommodation. Additional Information Minimum Position Qualifications: · 3 years' experience establishing supplier contracts using: technology and business standards, RFPs, and other specifications (L6). · Proven ability to frequently make significant decisions with supervision (L6). · Proficiency of relevant tools (i.e. Comparison/redline tools in MS Word, Docusign, Access) · Ability to learn various operating systems (i.e. Business Objects, Site Folio). · Good communication skills. · Strong prioritization skills. · Ability to travel independently Desired Previous Experience: · Bachelor degree in business or legal-oriented major Experience with contracts, in particular technology agreements ll be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

As a Sr. Market Procurement Manager, you will oversee a supplier portfolio with an annual turnover of at least $50M spend, supporting Philips' imaging and patient monitoring solutions across North America. You will lead strategic sourcing initiatives as well as supplier performance management across multiple subcategories, including standalone medical devices & accessories (such as contrast injectors, uninterruptable power supplies, surgical lights, patient tables, chillers, etc.) service repair & installation, software (RIS, PACS, etc.), turnkey building works / hospital construction, and mobile/drivable imaging solutions. Your role: * Strategic Category Leadership: Develop and implement advanced category strategies using data analytics and market intelligence to drive competitive advantage and align with business objectives. * End-to-End Procurement Execution: Manage the full procurement lifecycle-from RFPs and contract negotiations (both in-person and remote) to contracting and supplier performance reviews-ensuring cost-effective, high-quality outcomes, and cost savings. * Market and Supplier Insights: Monitor industry trends to uncover sourcing opportunities, collaborate cross-functionally to unlock value, and secure favorable contract terms that support long-term strategic goals. You're the right fit if: * You hold a bachelor's/ master's degree in business, Procurement, Supply Chain Management or related field. * You have a minimum of +5 years of experience with Bachelor's OR +3 years of experience with Master's in areas such as Category Management, Market Analysis, Supplier Negotiations, Contracting, and Portfolio Optimization, preferably within the Medical Technology / Healthcare Industry. * Your skills include understanding of category management, supplier performance management, and strategic sourcing. * You must be able to successfully perform the following minimum Physical, Cognitive and Environmental job requirements with or without accommodation for this position. How we work together We believe that we are better together than apart. For our office-based teams, this means working in-person at least 3 days per week. Onsite roles require full-time presence in the company's facilities. Field roles are most effectively done outside of the company's main facilities, generally at the customers' or suppliers' locations. This is an in-office role. About Philips We are a health technology company. We built our entire company around the belief that every human matters, and we won't stop until everybody, everywhere, has access to the quality of healthcare that we all deserve. Do the work of your life to help improve the lives of others. * Learn more about our business. * Discover our rich and exciting history. * Learn more about our purpose. * Learn more about our culture. Philips Transparency Details The pay range for this position in Nashville, TN from $ 114,000.00 anually to $ 182,400.00 anually. The actual base pay offered may vary within the posted ranges depending on multiple factors including job-related knowledge/skills, experience, business needs, geographical location, and internal equity. In addition, other compensation, such as an annual incentive bonus, sales commission or long-term incentives may be offered. Employees are eligible to participate in our comprehensive Philips Total Rewards benefits program, which includes a generous PTO, 401k (up to 7% match), HSA (with company contribution), stock purchase plan, education reimbursement and much more. Details about our benefits can be found here. At Philips, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at or near the top end of the range for their role and compensation decisions are dependent upon the facts and circumstances of each case. Additional Information US work authorization is a precondition of employment. The company will not consider candidates who require sponsorship for a work-authorized visa, now or in the future. Company relocation benefits will not be provided for this position. For this position, you must reside in or within commuting distance to Nashville, TN #LI-PH1 #LI-OFFICE This requisition is expected to stay active for 45 days but may close earlier if a successful candidate is selected or business necessity dictates. Interested candidates are encouraged to apply as soon as possible to ensure consideration. Philips is an Equal Employment and Opportunity Employer including Disability/Vets and maintains a drug-free workplace.

Arete Technologies, Inc. offers set of innovative Consulting and Outsourcing services, bridging the gap between requirements and outputs of various dexterous and facile companies worldwide. The thrust of providing global deliverables with focus on providing paramount and unsurpassed services combined with cost saving solutions to the clients We understand the business requirements in the present day corporate scenario and aspire to provide world-class services enabling the organization to burgeon and flourish while keeping the work-life balance intact. The Global delivery mechanism followed at Arete Technologies, Inc. saddles proficient schemas and unconventional channels to provide one-stop solutions for all your workforce needs. our Team is an exquisite amalgamation of vast experiences of over 30 years in IT Consulting and Staffing industry. Connoisseurs in the field of staff augmentation for IT, we operate on 24 by 7 model with an aim of providing affordable and adept professionals with an assurance of satisfaction for both Consultants and Clients. We are pre-eminent service providers in the field of staff augmentation, IT Consultancy, Software development, Web Development providing unexcelled services and focusing on both the employers and employees. Job Description Description: Perform as a Strategic Sourcing Specialist by providing sourcing project management, vendor management, contract negotiations and daily administration for all IT hardware, software and service contracts. Provide domain expertise in the strategic sourcing DESCRIPTION OF WORK: Perform as a Strategic Sourcing Specialist by providing sourcing project management, vendor management, contract negotiations and daily administration for all IT hardware, software and service contracts. Provide domain expertise in the strategic sourcing process. Lead, manage and administer the contract throughout its lifecycle process. Initiate engagement and coordinate effectively with Client business leads/owners and project managers as required to ensure contract related decisions are made in an informed, legally defensible and fiscally responsible manner. Review and modify entity solicitations, contracts, amendments, or renewal options that do not adhere to Client policies and guidelines involving project management, technical architecture, security, procurement and other standards as required. Serve as the Contracting liaison (single point of contact) to support the creation and development of RFPs, bids, and agreements. Provide process and technical expertise to the offer evaluation and award process. Provide IT procurement expertise on major IT projects involving complex IT projects to ensure a successful bid process, contract finalization, and appropriate utilization. Ensure compliance with requirements of procurement laws and regulations for information technology, including compliance with and negotiation of contract terms and conditions. Contract/Sourcing Management •Develop, source, implement and manage IT contracts including but not limited to amendments, renewals and change orders. •Leverage communication and negotiation skills to effectively engage with business owners, end users, and vendors on contractual procedures, terms and conditions, disputes, periodic contract reviews, and other management areas as required. •Maintain a centralized contract information repository. •Obtain, reconcile and analyze IT contract metric data from the agency and other points of contact. •Coordinate contract and vendor issues through collaboration with appropriate Client or other agency organizations, as well as the Attorney General's office. •Meet with Directors and Managers to discuss IT contracts to ascertain their intentions for existing contracts and any new contracts to be created. •Provide information and suggest courses of action on IT contracts to entity management. •Demonstrate knowledge or experience with Federal and Client statutes, regulations, policies, and rules •Ensure all contract activities are tracked in order to continually monitor efficiency and cost effectiveness of each IT contract. •Manage, maintain, and update IT contracts through a database system. Communication •Ability to comfortably develop and offer recommendations on complex issues to senior and executive management. •Excellent oral, written, and interpersonal skills and the ability to develop strong working relationships with representatives from agencies, vendors and other key stakeholders •Maintain excellent customer service to internal and external customers •Demonstrated ability to understand and resolve complex problems and the ability to read, interpret and make recommendations based on complex Client, Federal and Client rules, laws and regulations. Purchasing and Contracting •Ensure compliance with Client procurement rules, statutes, and procedures. •Create, review, and modify entity solicitations, contracts, amendments, or renewal options that do not adhere to Client policies and guidelines involving project management, technical architecture, security, procurement and other standards as required. •Work with IT Legal officers, entity Purchasing Clients and the IT Strategic Sourcing Office to review, revise, approve and award of IT contracts as required •Conduct negotiations of appropriate terms and conditions based on business and legal requirements. •Demonstrate strong analytical skills and experience in data analysis with attention to detail Special Projects • Participate as directed by management. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES / COMPETENCIES: Ability to perform in a complex, cross-functional business environment. Ability to develop, edit, review, and revise IFBs, RFQs, and RFPs of varying complexity. Ability to negotiate contracts and RFP documents. A global perspective of business environment and technology. Have a basic understanding of IT product and service needs, as well as maintain a general knowledge of changing technologies. MINIMUM EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS: Bachelor's Degree in Business or related area from an appropriately accredited institution and 5 years of progressively responsible experience in the area of procurement specifically related to strategic sourcing, including experience with vendor management, solicitation, evaluation and negotiation of contracts or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Degrees must be received from appropriately accredited institutions. Skills Required: -2 Years of Technical expertise in the offer evaluation and award process for IT procurement. -2 Years of Technical expertise in creation and development of RFPs, bids, and agreements for IT procurement. -2 Years of IT procurement expertise on major IT projects ensuring a successful bid process, contract finalization, and appropriate utilization. -2 Years with Demonstrate knowledge or experience with Federal and Client statutes, regulations, policies, and rules in relation to procurement. -2 Years with Demonstrate strong analytical skills and experience in data analysis with attention to detail Qualifications Need Local Candidates. Additional Information Best Regards, Paramjot Singh

About PHOENIX PHOENIX Retail, LLC is a retail platform operating the Express and Bonobos brands worldwide. Express is a multichannel apparel brand dedicated to a design philosophy rooted in modern, confident and effortless style whether dressing for work, everyday or special occasions. Bonobos is a menswear brand known for being pioneers of exceptional fit and a personalized, innovative retail model. Customers can experience our brands in over 400 Express retail and Express Factory Outlet stores, 50 Bonobos Guideshops, and online at *************** and **************** About Express Express is a multichannel apparel brand dedicated to creating confidence and inspiring self-expression. Since its launch in 1980, the brand has embraced a design philosophy rooted in modern, confident and effortless style. Whether dressing for work, everyday or special occasions, Express ensures you look and feel your best, wherever life takes you. The Company operates over 400 retail and outlet stores in the United States and Puerto Rico, the express.com online store and the Express mobile app. Location Name Remote Responsibilities Note: This position is remote eligible in Los Angeles, CA POSITION OVERVIEW The Buyer is responsible to develop a product assortment strategy and line plan for a product category that supports the brand objectives and delivers sales and profit targets. The Buyer works in collaboration with all cross-functional partners to deliver departmental plans and achieve financial goals of the division and the company. The Buyer understands components of building a successful business based on sales, history, and market trends. In season, they have the ability to generate and analyze financial reporting identifying upside opportunity as well as potential sales risk, and make recommendations on how to increase sales and reduce markdowns delivering both top and bottom line growth in the product category. Additionally, the Buyer balances knowledge of market trends with inventory management and product delivery in the determination of purchase quantities, sizes, color, assortment, samples, etc. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES * Dedicated focus on market and external brand buys * Accountable for delivering assortments for key product trends and strategies * Responsible for cross-functional alignment including: Merchandising, Production and Sourcing, Planning, Ecommerce, Creative, Styling * Strong partnerships with the Ecommerce and Creative functions to effectively bring assortments to market. Help guide content strategy * Ownership of market related projects and meetings- ensuring the Ecommerce activations and strategies align with product concepts and business goals * Build special product collections and strategies with the Merchandising and Ecommerce Teams * Intense involvement in competitive and trend patterning. Identify key trends * Manage read and react strategies, including testing * Provide the Customer and assortment with a "one-eye" point of view that works within the complete Brand vision * Assist in identifying white space in the business and fill it with volume driving ideas * Exposure to multiple vendors/external partners * Leverage vendor relationships to inform future strategies REQUIRED EXPERIENCE & QUALIFICATIONS * Bachelor's Degree or related experience, preferably in retail or fashion merchandising * 6+ years Buying or Merchandising experience (some must be Women's Apparel buying related) * Past experience working on or closely with market vendors * Ability to connect the dots between multiple workstreams and cross functional teams * Ability to understand the big picture and prioritize * Strong presentation and communication skills. Ability to present to multiple levels of the company and be a strong representative externally with vendors * Flex influence and communication style across a broad range of functions * Strong negotiation and influencing skills * Self-motivated with critical attention to detail, deadlines and reporting * Strategic ability to create a strategy surrounding a specific opportunity. Build creative solutions and plans that meet objectives and maximize impact * Proficient computer skills (Google, Excel, PowerPoint) * Willing and able to travel for internal and external meetings as part of the role CRITICAL SKILLS & ATTRIBUTES * Demonstrated collaborative skills and ability to work well within a team * Ability to work in a fast-paced and deadline-oriented environment * Self-motivated with critical attention to detail, deadlines and reporting * Deals comfortably with ambiguity; self-manage Benefits and Compensation: PHOENIX offers a range of benefits to help protect full-time associate's health and long-term financial security including: * Medical, pharmacy, dental and vision coverage * 401(k) and Roth 401(k) with Company match * Merchandise discount * Paid Time Off * Parental leave for new moms and dads For part-time associates, PHOENIX is partnering with LIG Solutions to help associates obtain individual insurance coverage that best fits their needs and budget, including major medical, dental, vision, supplemental insurance, life Insurance and more. Additionally, part-time associates may be eligible to receive paid sick leave, public health emergency leave and to participate in the 401(k) and Roth 401(k) with Company match. Part-time associates may also be eligible to participate in the Bonobos Guideshop Incentive Plan. Actual compensation offered is dependent upon a number of factors including, but not limited to, work location, education, relevant skills and experience of the candidate. Pay Range $82,500 - $134,900 Closing If you would like to know more about the California Consumer Privacy Act click here. An equal opportunity employer, PHOENIX does not discriminate in recruiting, hiring or any other terms and conditions of employment hiring on the basis of any federal, state, or locally protected characteristic. PHOENIX only hires individuals authorized for employment in the United States. PHOENIX is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If you need an accommodation to search and apply for a job position due to a disability, please call ************** and say 'Associate Relations' or send an e-mail to ****************************** and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Notification to Agencies: Please note that PHOENIX does not accept unsolicited resumes or calls from third-party recruiters or employment agencies. In the absence of a signed Master Service Agreement and approval from HR to submit resumes for a specific requisition, PHOENIX will not consider or approve payment to any third-parties for hires made.

About PHOENIX PHOENIX Retail, LLC is a retail platform operating the Express and Bonobos brands worldwide. Express is a multichannel apparel brand dedicated to a design philosophy rooted in modern, confident and effortless style whether dressing for work, everyday or special occasions. Bonobos is a menswear brand known for being pioneers of exceptional fit and a personalized, innovative retail model. Customers can experience our brands in over 400 Express retail and Express Factory Outlet stores, 50 Bonobos Guideshops, and online at *************** and **************** About Express Express is a multichannel apparel brand dedicated to creating confidence and inspiring self-expression. Since its launch in 1980, the brand has embraced a design philosophy rooted in modern, confident and effortless style. Whether dressing for work, everyday or special occasions, Express ensures you look and feel your best, wherever life takes you. The Company operates over 400 retail and outlet stores in the United States and Puerto Rico, the express.com online store and the Express mobile app. Location Name Remote Responsibilities Note: This position is remote eligible in Los Angeles, CA POSITION OVERVIEW The Buyer is responsible to develop a product assortment strategy and line plan for a product category that supports the brand objectives and delivers sales and profit targets. The Buyer works in collaboration with all cross-functional partners to deliver departmental plans and achieve financial goals of the division and the company. The Buyer understands components of building a successful business based on sales, history, and market trends. In season, they have the ability to generate and analyze financial reporting identifying upside opportunity as well as potential sales risk, and make recommendations on how to increase sales and reduce markdowns delivering both top and bottom line growth in the product category. Additionally, the Buyer balances knowledge of market trends with inventory management and product delivery in the determination of purchase quantities, sizes, color, assortment, samples, etc. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Dedicated focus on market and external brand buys Accountable for delivering assortments for key product trends and strategies Responsible for cross-functional alignment including: Merchandising, Production and Sourcing, Planning, Ecommerce, Creative, Styling Strong partnerships with the Ecommerce and Creative functions to effectively bring assortments to market. Help guide content strategy Ownership of market related projects and meetings- ensuring the Ecommerce activations and strategies align with product concepts and business goals Build special product collections and strategies with the Merchandising and Ecommerce Teams Intense involvement in competitive and trend patterning. Identify key trends Manage read and react strategies, including testing Provide the Customer and assortment with a "one-eye" point of view that works within the complete Brand vision Assist in identifying white space in the business and fill it with volume driving ideas Exposure to multiple vendors/external partners Leverage vendor relationships to inform future strategies REQUIRED EXPERIENCE & QUALIFICATIONS Bachelor's Degree or related experience, preferably in retail or fashion merchandising 6+ years Buying or Merchandising experience (some must be Women's Apparel buying related) Past experience working on or closely with market vendors Ability to connect the dots between multiple workstreams and cross functional teams Ability to understand the big picture and prioritize Strong presentation and communication skills. Ability to present to multiple levels of the company and be a strong representative externally with vendors Flex influence and communication style across a broad range of functions Strong negotiation and influencing skills Self-motivated with critical attention to detail, deadlines and reporting Strategic ability to create a strategy surrounding a specific opportunity. Build creative solutions and plans that meet objectives and maximize impact Proficient computer skills (Google, Excel, PowerPoint) Willing and able to travel for internal and external meetings as part of the role CRITICAL SKILLS & ATTRIBUTES Demonstrated collaborative skills and ability to work well within a team Ability to work in a fast-paced and deadline-oriented environment Self-motivated with critical attention to detail, deadlines and reporting Deals comfortably with ambiguity; self-manage Benefits and Compensation: PHOENIX offers a range of benefits to help protect full-time associate's health and long-term financial security including: Medical, pharmacy, dental and vision coverage 401(k) and Roth 401(k) with Company match Merchandise discount Paid Time Off Parental leave for new moms and dads For part-time associates, PHOENIX is partnering with LIG Solutions to help associates obtain individual insurance coverage that best fits their needs and budget, including major medical, dental, vision, supplemental insurance, life Insurance and more. Additionally, part-time associates may be eligible to receive paid sick leave, public health emergency leave and to participate in the 401(k) and Roth 401(k) with Company match. Part-time associates may also be eligible to participate in the Bonobos Guideshop Incentive Plan. Actual compensation offered is dependent upon a number of factors including, but not limited to, work location, education, relevant skills and experience of the candidate. Pay Range $82,500 - $134,900 Closing If you would like to know more about the California Consumer Privacy Act click here. An equal opportunity employer, PHOENIX does not discriminate in recruiting, hiring or any other terms and conditions of employment hiring on the basis of any federal, state, or locally protected characteristic. PHOENIX only hires individuals authorized for employment in the United States. PHOENIX is committed to providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities. If you need an accommodation to search and apply for a job position due to a disability, please call ************** and say 'Associate Relations' or send an e-mail to ****************************** and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Notification to Agencies: Please note that PHOENIX does not accept unsolicited resumes or calls from third-party recruiters or employment agencies. In the absence of a signed Master Service Agreement and approval from HR to submit resumes for a specific requisition, PHOENIX will not consider or approve payment to any third-parties for hires made.

**Who Are We?** Taking care of our customers, our communities and each other. That's the Travelers Promise. By honoring this commitment, we have maintained our reputation as one of the best property casualty insurers in the industry for over 170 years. Join us to discover a culture that is rooted in innovation and thrives on collaboration. Imagine loving what you do and where you do it. **Job Category** Finance and Accounting **Compensation Overview** The annual base salary range provided for this position is a nationwide market range and represents a broad range of salaries for this role across the country. The actual salary for this position will be determined by a number of factors, including the scope, complexity and location of the role; the skills, education, training, credentials and experience of the candidate; and other conditions of employment. As part of our comprehensive compensation and benefits program, employees are also eligible for performance-based cash incentive awards. **Salary Range** $109,300.00 - $180,200.00 **Target Openings** 1 **What Is the Opportunity?** At Travelers, we aim to enable a streamlined experience for business partners to purchase goods and services to help run our businesses. The Strategic Sourcing Team aims to enhance internal Travelers processes. As the Strategic Sourcing Manager, you will be responsible for the strategic sourcing, negotiation, program and category management, and spend and market analysis that span multiple categories and/or lines of business. **What Will You Do?** + Execute the full lifecycle of sourcing activities, including developing sourcing strategies, to negotiate optimal commercial terms with a focus on risk mitigation in adherence with corporate contracting standards while closely partnering with cross-functional teams. + Accountable for category and Portfolio Management activities including making recommendations on sourcing strategies, building internal and external supplier networks, maintaining awareness of changing market conditions, and other research to drive optimal outcomes. + Communicate analysis, insights, risks, and results to team and business partners. + Perform enterprise supplier risk activities and supplier diversity aspects of the procurement process. + Participate in team and division projects and operational initiatives. + Perform other duties as assigned. **What Will Our Ideal Candidate Have?** + Bachelor's degree. + Experience using Procurement, eSourcing, SAP Ariba, and Excel applications. + Strong verbal and written communication skills with ability to influence and present to mid-management levels of the organization. + Experience negotiating contracts in specific categories. + Strong project planning, negotiating, organizing, documenting and problem-solving skills. + Ability to take quick, decisive action in unique and complex situations to meet corporate business objectives and business requirements. **What is a Must Have?** + Four years of procurement, strategic sourcing, finance, supplier management, administrative or related experience. **What Is in It for You?** + **Health Insurance** : Employees and their eligible family members - including spouses, domestic partners, and children - are eligible for coverage from the first day of employment. + **Retirement:** Travelers matches your 401(k) contributions dollar-for-dollar up to your first 5% of eligible pay, subject to an annual maximum. If you have student loan debt, you can enroll in the Paying it Forward Savings Program. When you make a payment toward your student loan, Travelers will make an annual contribution into your 401(k) account. You are also eligible for a Pension Plan that is 100% funded by Travelers. + **Paid Time Off:** Start your career at Travelers with a minimum of 20 days Paid Time Off annually, plus nine paid company Holidays. + **Wellness Program:** The Travelers wellness program is comprised of tools, discounts and resources that empower you to achieve your wellness goals and caregiving needs. In addition, our mental health program provides access to free professional counseling services, health coaching and other resources to support your daily life needs. + **Volunteer Encouragement:** We have a deep commitment to the communities we serve and encourage our employees to get involved. Travelers has a Matching Gift and Volunteer Rewards program that enables you to give back to the charity of your choice. **Employment Practices** Travelers is an equal opportunity employer. We value the unique abilities and talents each individual brings to our organization and recognize that we benefit in numerous ways from our differences. In accordance with local law, candidates seeking employment in Colorado are not required to disclose dates of attendance at or graduation from educational institutions. If you are a candidate and have specific questions regarding the physical requirements of this role, please send us an email (*******************) so we may assist you. Travelers reserves the right to fill this position at a level above or below the level included in this posting. To learn more about our comprehensive benefit programs please visit ******************************************************** .

Who Are We? Taking care of our customers, our communities and each other. That's the Travelers Promise. By honoring this commitment, we have maintained our reputation as one of the best property casualty insurers in the industry for over 170 years. Join us to discover a culture that is rooted in innovation and thrives on collaboration. Imagine loving what you do and where you do it. Job Category Finance and Accounting Compensation Overview The annual base salary range provided for this position is a nationwide market range and represents a broad range of salaries for this role across the country. The actual salary for this position will be determined by a number of factors, including the scope, complexity and location of the role; the skills, education, training, credentials and experience of the candidate; and other conditions of employment. As part of our comprehensive compensation and benefits program, employees are also eligible for performance-based cash incentive awards. Salary Range $109,300.00 - $180,200.00 Target Openings 1 What Is the Opportunity? At Travelers, we aim to enable a streamlined experience for business partners to purchase goods and services to help run our businesses. The Strategic Sourcing Team aims to enhance internal Travelers processes. As the Strategic Sourcing Manager, you will be responsible for the strategic sourcing, negotiation, program and category management, and spend and market analysis that span multiple categories and/or lines of business. What Will You Do? * Execute the full lifecycle of sourcing activities, including developing sourcing strategies, to negotiate optimal commercial terms with a focus on risk mitigation in adherence with corporate contracting standards while closely partnering with cross-functional teams. * Accountable for category and Portfolio Management activities including making recommendations on sourcing strategies, building internal and external supplier networks, maintaining awareness of changing market conditions, and other research to drive optimal outcomes. * Communicate analysis, insights, risks, and results to team and business partners. * Perform enterprise supplier risk activities and supplier diversity aspects of the procurement process. * Participate in team and division projects and operational initiatives. * Perform other duties as assigned. What Will Our Ideal Candidate Have? * Bachelor's degree. * Experience using Procurement, eSourcing, SAP Ariba, and Excel applications. * Strong verbal and written communication skills with ability to influence and present to mid-management levels of the organization. * Experience negotiating contracts in specific categories. * Strong project planning, negotiating, organizing, documenting and problem-solving skills. * Ability to take quick, decisive action in unique and complex situations to meet corporate business objectives and business requirements. What is a Must Have? * Four years of procurement, strategic sourcing, finance, supplier management, administrative or related experience. What Is in It for You? * Health Insurance: Employees and their eligible family members - including spouses, domestic partners, and children - are eligible for coverage from the first day of employment. * Retirement: Travelers matches your 401(k) contributions dollar-for-dollar up to your first 5% of eligible pay, subject to an annual maximum. If you have student loan debt, you can enroll in the Paying it Forward Savings Program. When you make a payment toward your student loan, Travelers will make an annual contribution into your 401(k) account. You are also eligible for a Pension Plan that is 100% funded by Travelers. * Paid Time Off: Start your career at Travelers with a minimum of 20 days Paid Time Off annually, plus nine paid company Holidays. * Wellness Program: The Travelers wellness program is comprised of tools, discounts and resources that empower you to achieve your wellness goals and caregiving needs. In addition, our mental health program provides access to free professional counseling services, health coaching and other resources to support your daily life needs. * Volunteer Encouragement: We have a deep commitment to the communities we serve and encourage our employees to get involved. Travelers has a Matching Gift and Volunteer Rewards program that enables you to give back to the charity of your choice. Employment Practices Travelers is an equal opportunity employer. We value the unique abilities and talents each individual brings to our organization and recognize that we benefit in numerous ways from our differences. In accordance with local law, candidates seeking employment in Colorado are not required to disclose dates of attendance at or graduation from educational institutions. If you are a candidate and have specific questions regarding the physical requirements of this role, please send us an email so we may assist you. Travelers reserves the right to fill this position at a level above or below the level included in this posting. To learn more about our comprehensive benefit programs please visit *********************************************************

ISG - Purchasing Manager Opportunity near Sterling Heights, MI! Competitive pay with bonuses, work with a great team and start as soon as possible! A local company with a facility in the Sterling Heights, MI area is currently seeking a Purchasing Manager for direct hire opportunities with their growing team. These are exciting opportunities for Buyers and Purchasers looking for a company that offers excellent management, career growth, development, and competitive rates. Purchasing Managers will be working full-time, with pay anticipated to be between $90,000-$110,000/year based on each candidate's experience and education. All well-qualified candidates will be considered regardless of pay rate. We offer excellent benefits - including great medical, dental, vision, vacation, bonuses, 401(k) with match, and more. Qualified Purchasing Managers will possess most, if not all, of the following skills and experience: 10+ years of recent/relevant experience purchasing electrical/electronic components such as wire harnesses, PCB's, and similar materials. Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Operations, or Business Administration is required. Experience procuring materials or components for aerospace or defense customers is preferred, but not required. Proficiency with any ERP/MRP system. Must be able to work in the United States without visa sponsorship. Must be able to complete standard pre-hire checks including background, drug screen, etc. Should you be qualified and interested, you can apply here or send an updated copy of your resume to Megan at [email protected].

Job Description Great news! Schillings is currently looking for a Purchasing Agent at our Saint John, IN location. We offer competitive pay along with a full package of benefits and opportunities for advancement. Apply today! Responsibilities: Order Processing SKU Maintenance (IMU) Use Point of Sale to look up invoices and open orders Event planning and setup Process and manage Purchase Orders (PO) Assist Buyer with administrative duties Return all phone calls and employee inquiries by priority & no later than end of day Be aware of methods of theft in analyzing reports, inventory, & purchasing data Document and report any instance of discrepancy, suspected theft, or theft observed to management Maintain a positive work environment Communicate with Buyer to ensure all tasks are complete and customer service is excellent Assist in receiving all orders same day as the physical receipt Place all orders, special orders, & returns by end of day Match order confirmations to printed PO and verify accuracy of price and counts Resolve all PO to confirmation conflicts Ensure all returns are done within designated time Manage all past due PO's Any other tasks or areas of responsibility that management or Schilling family deemed appropriate Education/Required Skills: High School Diploma or equivalent Knowledge of Excel, Word, Windows Math skills Ability to multi-task Must be detail-oriented Excellent organizational skills Communicate efficiently and professionally with customers, employees, & vendors Be innovative and provide suggestions for improvement in own department and observations of other departments Benefits: Competitive pay Medical, Dental, Vision Life insurance & short-term disability 401k with profit sharing PTO & Paid Holidays Sponsored lunch events Company discounts MISSION - Give our customers what they want, on time and error-free Schillings provides equal employment opportunity to all individuals regardless of their race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, military status, unfavorable discharge from military status, sex, marital status, disability, order of protection status, age, sexual orientation, pregnancy, or any other characteristics protected by federal, state, or local laws. Schillings is a drug-free workplace.