Sales Jobs in Marion, CT

Senior Vice President of Operations

Distribution & Warehouse Operations

Position Overview

As Senior Vice President of Operations, you will lead and optimize the company’s warehouse and distribution operations, ensuring efficiency, cost-effectiveness, and strategic alignment with business goals. This role oversees all distribution center activities and operational processes that support the company’s supply chain and customer service commitments.

The SVP will play a critical role in the continued evolution of the company’s distribution network by implementing scalable operational processes, leveraging advanced technologies, and driving operational excellence across the organization. This executive will partner with senior leadership to ensure the distribution network supports the company’s growth strategy and long-term operational performance.

Major Responsibilities

• Provide strategic leadership and consistent execution for the ongoing evolution of the company’s multi-site distribution network, ensuring the organization’s infrastructure, processes, and systems support current operations while scaling effectively to enable future growth
• Develop and execute enterprise distribution strategies that enhance warehouse and distribution center performance, improve service levels, optimize cost structures, and strengthen working capital management
• Drive operational excellence across the distribution network by implementing performance metrics, KPIs, and continuous improvement methodologies, including Lean principles, to enhance productivity, accountability, and service performance
• Own the operational P&L for distribution operations, including budgeting, cost management, and financial performance optimization while maintaining best-in-class service and operational standards
• Build and lead high-performing distribution teams by attracting, developing, and retaining top talent while fostering a culture of accountability, operational discipline, and continuous improvement
• Leverage advanced technology, data analytics, and distribution systems to improve operational visibility, optimize warehouse performance, and maximize the effectiveness of Warehouse Management Systems (WMS), labor management tools, and related technologies
• Partner with cross-functional leadership—including Sales, Procurement, Customer Service, IT, HR, and Finance—to ensure distribution capabilities support evolving business priorities and customer requirements
• Champion a strong safety culture across all distribution operations by strengthening safety programs, ensuring compliance, and minimizing workplace incidents
• Strengthen supply chain resilience by developing risk mitigation strategies, contingency planning frameworks, and effective partnerships with key vendors and operational partners

Ideal Experience

• The successful candidate will possess proven operational leadership experience within sophisticated manufacturing, consumer packaged goods (CPG), retail, or distribution organizations recognized for advanced supply chain and distribution practices.
• Demonstrated track record of leading large-scale warehouse and distribution operations while driving operational performance and strategic improvements.
• Proven ability to design and implement operational improvement initiatives that produce measurable financial and operational results.
• Minimum fifteen (15) years of experience in distribution, warehouse, or supply chain leadership roles. Wholesale experience preferred.
• Minimum five (5) years of experience in an executive or senior leadership role overseeing complex distribution operations.
• Experience with Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint), business intelligence tools, ERP systems, and warehouse management systems.
• Experience leading large-scale operational transformation or modernization initiatives is strongly preferred.

Critical Competencies for Success

Leadership

The SVP must lead by example and inspire teams to achieve higher levels of performance. This individual must build credibility by clearly communicating operational objectives, aligning teams around shared goals, and consistently delivering results.

Distribution & Operational Excellence

To drive improved operational performance in a business driven by customer satisfaction and cost competitiveness, the SVP must demonstrate

• Deep expertise in best-in-class warehouse and distribution practices across complex, multi-site operations.
• The ability to develop and implement distribution strategies that integrate operational functions into a highly coordinated and efficient network.
• Strong understanding of how operational excellence in distribution positively impacts productivity, service levels, and overall company profitability.

Communication & Strategic Thinking

A strong intellect with the ability to synthesize input from multiple internal and external sources and translate insights into clear, actionable strategies and operational initiatives.

Safety Culture

Maintain and champion a strong safety culture across all distribution facilities by promoting safe work practices and holding leaders accountable for maintaining high safety standards.

Formalwear Sales Associate (Part-Time)

Modern Formals – Southington, CT & Wallingford, CT

Modern Formals is a family-owned formalwear company helping clients look their best for weddings, proms, and special events. We are seeking a Part-Time Sales Associate to assist customers with suit and tuxedo selections at our Southington and Wallingford locations.

Responsibilities

• Help clients select formalwear for special occasions

• Provide styling guidance and personalized service

• Assist with fittings and measurements

• Maintain a polished and welcoming store environment

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent

• Friendly, professional, and customer-focused

• Strong communication skills

• No retail experience necessary

Job Summary:

The 2nd Shift Production Supervisor leads a multi-department team of CNC Operators and Set-Up Operators, in a high mix / low volume aerospace component manufacturing environment. This role is expected to balance expertise in set-up and operation of CNC machining for precision tolerance components, along with strong interpersonal skills to motivate the team to work toward common goals and objectives. Key responsibilities include managing the day-to-day priorities for multiple departments, cross-training staff on best practices to meet set-up and production run-times, optimizing processes through the elimination of waste, and leading lean continuous improvement initiatives. As a working supervisor, this role is expected to run production jobs and provide the necessary supervisory management to a small 2nd shift team.

This role is 100% in office at our plant in East Hartford, CT.

At HORST we offer a variety of benefits including but not limited to:

• Competitive PTO Package
• Paid Company Holidays
• 401K Match Program
• Medical, Dental, Vision Benefits
• Tuition Reimbursement/Assistance Program

Essential Job Duties:

• Conduct security, quality and EH&S audits to ensure the safety of employees on the second shift, and compliance with company and customer policies.
• Coordinate time-off requests, with attention to skills matrix, to ensure adequate staffing level across all disciplines of machine centers to meet production needs.
• Motivate team to meet daily, weekly and monthly goals and objectives. Identify waste and non-value-added tasks that interfere with objectives.
• Routinely measure, monitor, and publish the performance of all individuals on the team. Compare results against department standards. Complete periodic performance evaluations, and correct any issues in real time as needed, up to and including, disciplinary actions if needed.
• Host a daily GEMBA walk and serve as the primary conduit for all communications between operators and cross functional teams. Attend production meetings, and quality clinic/MRB meetings as needed. Collaborate with engineering, purchasing, production and sales teams to drive open issues to rapid closure.
• Partner with production control to stage daily and weekly priorities. Ensure jobs are completed on time, and productivity is sustained. Expedite jobs as necessary.
• Set-up and operate CNC machines according to operation sheet instructions. Provide technical support for team.
• Maintain ERP data integrity ensuring job punches match traveler package. Report any discrepancies that could impact job quantity or delivery.
• Develop and author standard work for the operation of production equipment. Coach and train teammates in best practices, enforcing safety, departmental and QMS polices, with the goal of process improvement, reduction in set up time, faster productivity rates, and improved quality.

Experience & Skills:

• Minimum of 10 years progressive career in the manufacturing of precision machined components in a regulated industry such as aerospace or medical. Previous experience in a high mix, low volume shop with an emphasis on lean manufacturing preferred.
• Working knowledge of ISO/AS quality standards, basic OSHA/EHS safety regulations, and a commitment to adherence of company policies.
• Advanced or expert machining skills in 1 or more disciplines. Swiss lathe, multi-axis turning, turning, milling, or grinding. Must be able to independently set-up and operate CNC equipment and provide the necessary training to others on shift.
• Experience leading and managing a small team toward common goals. An effective communicator that can build rapport with a diverse team. Previous team lead experience preferred.
• A willingness to take accountability for self and team, driving and inheriting the collective results of a department or team.
• High degree of urgency to drive operations at full speed. Keen sense of attention to detail to understand how to work with pace, not haste, avoiding careless mistakes.
• Strong understanding of operational metrics such as first past yield, efficiency, WIP aging, on-time-delivery, job cost, scrap rate, etc.
• Strong computer skills especially related to navigating ERP systems, job clocking systems, CAD/CAM software, and Microsoft products such Outlooks, Excel, PowerPoint, etc. Previous experience with EPICOR a plus.

Physical Demands:

Legend

N (Not applicable)

Activity is not applicable to this position

O (Occasionally)

Position requires this activity up to 33% of the time (0-2.5 hours/day)

F (Frequently)

Position requires this activity up to 66% of the time (2.5-5.5 hours/day)

C (Constantly)

Position requires this activity more than 66% of the time (5.5+ hours/day)

Lift/Carry 10-30lbs

F

Stand

F

Walk

F

Manually manipulate

F

Squat or kneel

O

Bend

O

Reach above shoulder

O

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Work Where You Matter

At Dollar General, our mission is Serving Others! We value each and every one of our employees. Whether you are looking to launch a new career in one of our many convenient Store locations, Distribution Centers, Store Support Center or with our Private Fleet Team, we are proud to provide a wide range of career opportunities. We are not just a retail company; we are a company that values the unique strengths and perspectives that each individual brings. Your difference truly makes a difference at Dollar General. How would you like to Serve? Join the Dollar General Journey and see how your career can thrive.

Company Overview

Dollar General Corporation has been delivering value to shoppers for more than 80 years. Dollar General helps shoppers Save time. Save money. Every day. by offering products that are frequently used and replenished, such as food, snacks, health and beauty aids, cleaning supplies, basic apparel, housewares and seasonal items at everyday low prices in convenient neighborhood locations. Learn more about Dollar /about-us.html.

Job Details

GENERAL SUMMARY:

Act as the point of contact for customers. Assist in setting and maintaining plan-o-grams and programs. Stock merchandise adequately. Perform other duties as necessary to maximize profitability, customer satisfaction, and teamwork, while protecting company assets.

DUTIES and ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

* Unload trucks.

* Follow company work processes to receive, open and unpack cartons and totes; store merchandise in stock room or move directly to sales floor.

* Build merchandise displays.

* Stock merchandise; rotate and face merchandise on shelves.

* Restock recovered merchandise.

* Assist customers by locating merchandise.

* Bail cardboard and take out trash; dust and mop store floors; clean restroom and stockroom.

* Comply with company policies and procedures.

* Greet customers.

* Operate cash register and flatbed scanner to itemize and total customer's purchase; bag merchandise.

* Collect payment from customer and make change.

* Assist with ordering merchandise using hand-held scanners, as needed.

* Clean front end of store and help set up sidewalk displays when necessary.

Qualifications

KNOWLEDGE and SKILLS:

* Effective interpersonal and oral communication skills.

* Understanding of safety policies and practices.

* Ability to read and follow plan-o-gram and merchandise presentation guidance.

* Knowledge of basic cash handling procedures.

* Basic mathematical skills.

* Ability to perform IBM cash register functions.

WORK EXPERIENCE and/or EDUCATION:

* High school diploma or equivalent preferred.

WORKING CONDITIONS

* Frequent walking and standing

* Frequent bending, stooping, and kneeling to run check out station, stock merchandise and unload trucks; which may also require the ability to push and/or pull rolltainers for stocking merchandise

* Frequent handling of merchandise and equipment such as handheld scanners, pricing guns, box cutters, merchandise containers, two-wheel dollies, U-boats (six-wheel carts), and rolltainers

* Frequent and proper lifting of up to 40 pounds; occasional lifting of up to 55 pounds

Occasional climbing (using step ladder) up to heights of six feet

* Fast-paced environment; moderate noise level

* Occasional exposure to outside weather conditions

Relocation assistance is not available for this position.

Dollar General Corporation is an equal opportunity employer.

• • Authorized to work in the U.S.
  • 40 Hour Work Week (Including Evenings and Weekends)
  • Basic Computer Skills
  • Highly developed communication skills - bilingual a plus!
  • Carwash experience to understand industry-specific challenges and opportunities preferred
  • 8th Grade Proficiency or Above

• • Able to lift at least 50lbs.
  • Ability to be on your feet for at least 8 hours at a time.
  • Mobility to work in areas that require kneeling, crouching, or crawling.
  • Capable of working in both extreme weather elements - hot and cold

• • Consistently meets sales and quality metrics
  • A keen eye for detail
  • Answer questions regarding car wash services and plans
  • Process payment transactions
  • Maintain a safe and clean work area; keep alert for potential hazards
  • Other duties as assigned

As a Famous Footwear Seasonal Associate, you are passionate about providing the best shoe store experience for every customer. You do this by creating a welcoming environment and in-store culture where customers say, \"I'll take it\" and are loyal to your store, our brands, and our company. You are a team player, celebrating individual and team successes. You are committed to staying informed about trends and sharing that knowledge with customers, ultimately building engaging customer experiences. Most importantly, you LOVE shoes and regardless of your style, you help every person who enters the store experience a little bit of that Famous Feeling.

• Ace Retail Operations: You'll ensure daily store tasks (pricing, shipment processing, fulfillment and inventory) are dialed in, keeping the store running like a tightly laced sneaker. Utilizing our company standards as a framework for success, you'll deliver on our goal of keeping the store clean, organized, and all our famous styles easily shoppable.
• Be a Famous Culture Influencer: Champion our Famous culture with pride by embodying the behaviors that power our Customer Connection. You'll provide stellar customer engagement, leaving customers wowed with consistently top-notch experiences powered by your attentiveness and determination to deliver them the styles and brands they crave.
• Elevate to Your Goal-Crushing Era: You'll bring your best to each day; take accountability for your effort and its impact on Famous Footwear's overall performance. You'll review store performance and drive sales with purpose and urgency to achieve goals. Every shoe sale counts! As a 'goal-getter', you deliver clear, concise and timely communications to the entire store team and employ active listening to ensure understanding among teammates.
• Act with Integrity: Your high standards will keep you sticking to company policies and procedures. Always acting with integrity, you'll be open to and seek feedback to improve your skillset and further your professional development!
• Bring the Positive Vibes: Embrace diversity and inclusivity as our team superpower, upholding a work environment where every associate feels included and respected. Maintain a positive and proactive mindset, even in the face of challenges, you're the type of person to uplift and support others. To help others be their best, you'll help your teammates be their best selves by assisting with training and development when needed.
• Be a Shoe-off: You are shoe-obsessed (no judgment.) When a customer enters the store, you're a shoe sleuth on the hunt for the perfect styles to suit their needs. It brightens your day to make shoe recommendations and ensure our customers leave the store with the perfect fitand that Famous Feeling.

Essential Functions: Other responsibilities may be performed as needed to ensure the needs of the business are met. Overtime hours may be required to meet business needs.

• Our Shoe Discounts: No matter your style, we've got your perfect fit covered with a 30% Associate Discount across Caleres's retail stores Famous Footwear, Naturalizer, Sam Edelman, and Allen Edmonds.
• Relaxed Dress Code & Small Team Environment: You will be a valued member in a supportive and hands-on setting. Our relaxed dress code policy lets you showcase your authentic self while you work.
• Daily Access to Pay: Love an early pay day? Get paid as you earn (without the fees) with Dayforce Wallet.
• Ease of Transferring Locations: We have over 850 store locations you can easily transfer within.

• High School Diploma/GED
• Able to build constructive and effective relationships within store
• Demonstrates an ability to communicate positively with store associates at all levels
• Must exercise independent judgment and discretion partnering with Store Sales Manager and/or Assistant Managers, as needed
• Working knowledge of general retail practices and procedures
• Ability to work effectively within a team
• Ability to work a flexible schedule to meet the needs of the business, including holidays, nights, weekends and extended hours

• Ability to regularly lift up to 40 lbs. from floor level to above shoulder height utilizing appropriate equipment and safety techniques
• Ability to meet demands of frequent walking, standing, stooping, kneeling, climbing, pushing, pulling, and repetitive lifting
• Ability to be mobile on the sales floor for extended periods of time

Position Overview:

As a Grocery Replenishment Specialist/Buyer, you will be responsible for maintaining a 95% service level while achieving budgeted inventory levels and delivering optimal cost/sell margins defined as 100% accurate purchase orders. You will also be responsible for optimizing inbound performance, ensuring vendor buying parameters with maximum efficiency and balancing profitable inventory levels and turns.

Responsibilities:

• Managing specific vendor book(s) and delivering a 95% total fill for our customers
• Managing full compliance and utilization of E3 software
• Expedite Purchase Orders (P.O’s) as needed for service level
• Manage product assortment through category and SKU evaluation, efficient assortment, vendor selection, new and discontinuance of items
• Addressing and following through with vendor cuts and/or allocations
• Managing and maintaining profitable inventory to achieve budgeted levels
• Ensuring no loss to margin with 100% accurate purchase orders to maximize buy-in opportunities
• Managing the replenishment process to ensure seasonal ordering, holiday sales, trade shows and any special promotional activity
• Ensure customer satisfaction
• Perform other duties as assigned by leadership

Experience:

• Preferred: One (1) years procurement experience
• Preferred: One (1) retail/grocery experience or equivalent
• Preferred: Knowledge of technological systems such as but not limited to: Microsoft Office, E3 or AWR, E-mail, Voice mail etc

Schedule:

• Monday – Friday
• 7:00am - 4:00pm

Compensation:

• $65,000 - $75,000

Environment:

• Warehouse Office – approx. 65F – 75F

Skills:

• Physical abilities: Ability to stand, walk and sit throughout your day; Walking on a variety of flooring such as carpet, concrete, tile etc;
• Strong communication Skills: Ability to communicate clearly and effectively with peers and leaders on a daily basis
• Organizational Skills: Ability to prioritize and meet deadlines; project management
• Working in a team based environment: Working independently and as a team player to ensure our customers are receiving orders timely and with the highest quality
• Quality: Maintain integrity and high standards from all perspectives
• Safety Culture: Maintain and drive safety policies to all associates; driving for accountability of safe practices throughout shift

Overview

Amphenol, the world’s largest manufacturer of interconnect products, is seeking a talented Legal Assistant to join our Corporate Legal Team in Wallingford, Connecticut. At Amphenol, we design, manufacture, and market a vast array of products, including electrical, electronic, and fiber optic connectors, interconnect systems, antennas, sensors, sensor‑based products and high‑speed specialty cables. Amphenol is an industry leader on the Fortune 500 list, with $23 billion in sales in 2025 and 190,000 employees across 150 businesses in more than 40 countries.

Position Summary

We are seeking a Legal Assistant with to support corporate governance and entity management. This role provides direct support to in-house counsel and executive leadership in maintaining the Company’s subsidiary structure, ensuring compliance with local law requirements, and preserving the integrity of corporate records.

The ideal candidate has significant experience managing large volumes of data and working successfully in a collaborative team environment while maintaining personal responsibility for work product. The candidate exercises the highest level of discretion and professionalism in handling sensitive corporate matters.

Key Responsibilities

Corporate Governance & Subsidiary Management

1. Assist in maintaining corporate records and minute books, primarily for U.S. entities.
2. Support the tracking of annual reports, franchise tax filings and registered agent information.
3. Manage and update entity data within entity management systems.
4. Prepare drafts of routine corporate documents, including resolutions, officer certificates and written consents.
5. Coordinate U.S. entity formations, qualifications, withdrawals, dissolutions and restructurings.
6. Liaise with Finance and Tax teams regarding entity structure and reporting requirements.

Administrative and Executive Support

1. Coordinate document execution and signature processes with senior leadership.
2. Maintain strict confidentiality regarding corporate transactions, executive communications and governance matters.
3. Maintain electronic files and ensure corporate documentation is complete, accurate and accessible to team members.
4. Provide support to other team members for both U.S. and International matters.

Qualifications

1. 2+ years of experience in a corporate legal department, law firm or professional office environment.
2. General familiarity with corporate documents and business entity structures preferred.
3. Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint.
4. Strong organizational and administrative skills.
5. Demonstrated ability to handle confidential information with discretion.
6. Professional demeanor and comfort interacting with senior leadership.
7. Bachelor’s degree preferred.

Professional Attributes

1. High level of integrity and reliability.
2. Organized, methodical and detail oriented.
3. Professional communication style.
4. Ability to manage multiple priorities effectively and with appropriate sense of urgency.
5. Willingness to cross-train and support other team members as needed.
6. Willingness to learn and grow within a corporate legal function.

Position:

The Engineering Project Manager will report directly to the PMO Manager and will be responsible for leading and managing assigned NPI Projects from project initiation through production hand-off.

Key Goals:

The EPM goal when managing projects is to meet or exceed internal and external customer expectations while maintaining the scope, quality and any costs associated with the project. The Engineering Project Manager will oversee and manage the activities of multiple projects involving contracted component/assembly processes, equipment/tooling builds, and plant layout tasks that support all three AVNA facilities.

Responsibilities:

• The EPM will facilitate communication between the customer and the internal project team. The EPM will guide contractual conversations, technical conversations, and production conversations.
• The EPM manages activities for cross-functional team members that include Manufacturing Engineers, Quality Engineers, Automation Engineers, Toolmakers/technicians, Maintenance, product supervisors, estimating/quoting/sales, Buyers/Planners, outside vendors, etc.
• Develops and maintains multi-phase project plans and timelines while adhering to scope, quality and project costs. Any milestone dates, risks, or failures must be clearly communicated to the customer in a timely manner.
• Identifies project risks and addresses accordingly during all stages of the project. The EPM must understand the use of technical and financial information from past projects and the experience of subject matter experts.
• The EPM will collaborate with a multi-functional team to resolve technical challenges. The EPM will assist with troubleshooting, data analysis and in-depth evaluation of the process, equipment or tooling when needed.
• Oversees all project operation rate variants as it relates to gross profit margins. The EPM alters/improves processes with the technical lead during the NPI stage as it relates to cost, efficiency or quality.
• Works with outside suppliers to develop or confirm material, component or assembly processes.
• Works with outside vendors for gages, tooling, equipment or services that are required within the project plan or capital expense.
• Technical writing will be owned by the EPM such as IQ/OQ/PQ protocols and reports. The EPM must ensure other technical documents are correctly completed during the specified project phase per any phase gates.
• Convey meeting minutes with specific actions/timing for all internal and external meetings that are led by the EPM.

Requirements:

• 5+ years of project management experience as an engineer or project manager, preferably in the medical device industry.
• Hands-on technical support in the Berlin, CT facility and New Britain, CT facility is required.
• Formal project management training (PMP certified) is preferred.
• Skilled in a project management software product (Smartsheet preferred)
• Engineering skills or technical skills surrounding manufacturing: Tooling design, metal stamping/milling/turning/grinding, injection molding, laser processing, assembly processes.
• Skilled in a 3D CAD software (Solidworks preferred) and 2D CAD software (AutoCAD or Draftsite preferred).
• Experience with PPAP (production part approval process) is preferred.
• Must be able to interpret technical drawings, product requirements and design specifications.
• Understanding of lean manufacturing/six sigma and trained in a statistical software for MSAs and Capability studies (green belt certification and Minitab preferred, respectively)
• Outstanding verbal and written communication skills for different cross-function team members and customer interface.
• Ability to self-educate and learn new processes
• ISO13845 experience is recommended