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Estimator
Salary not disclosed
Troy, Michigan 1 week ago

Universal Fire Protection (UFP) and Universal Piping Industries (UPI) are Hiring: Estimators

Location: Troy, MI| Full-Time | Industrial & Commercial Construction

Ready to shape the future of industrial piping systems and fire protection construction? Join our companies, UPI & UFP, as an Estimator and bring precision, innovation, and expertise to projects that power industries and protect communities. If you're passionate about turning blueprints into reality, thrive on solving complex challenges, and want to be part of a team that values accuracy and collaboration, we want to hear from you. Apply today and help us build with confidence!

Role Overview:

  • The Estimator is responsible for preparing accurate and competitive cost estimates for industrial construction projects. This role is essential in supporting project bids, ensuring profitability, and maintaining the company's reputation for precision and reliability. At UPI, the focus will be on industrial construction piping systems & process building piping. At UFP, the focus will be on industrial and commercial fire protection installations.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Analyze project plans, blueprints, and specifications for industrial piping, water, refrigeration, OR fire protection systems to determine project scope and requirements.
  • Calculate material, labor, equipment, and subcontractor costs specific to industrial construction, mechanical systems, or fire protection systems.
  • Collaborate with project managers, engineers, and field supervisors to clarify project details and resolve technical discrepancies.
  • Prepare detailed cost estimates and bid proposals for clients, ensuring compliance with industry standards and client requirements.
  • Maintain and update a database of historical cost data for specialized systems (e.g., piping, fire protection).
  • Participate in site visits to assess project conditions and gather data for accurate estimation.
  • Monitor ongoing projects to compare actual costs with estimates and adjust future estimates accordingly.
  • Support the procurement team in sourcing specialized materials and equipment.
  • Assist in value engineering and cost-saving initiatives for complex industrial projects.

Required Skills and Qualifications:

  • Proven experience estimating industrial and commercial construction projects, especially in industrial piping, process building piping, water systems, and refrigeration.
  • For UPF, proven experience in fire protection systems blueprint reading, design & estimation.
  • Strong analytical and mathematical skills; proficiency with estimation and project management software.
  • In-depth knowledge of relevant codes, standards, and best practices in industrial construction and mechanical systems.
  • Excellent communication, negotiation, and organizational skills.
  • Ability to work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams and under tight deadlines.
  • Assist in value engineering, continuous improvement, and cost-saving initiatives for complex industrial and commercial projects.

Universal Piping Industries (UPI)

  • Experience with Computer-Based Pipe Take-off programs (Trimble-Quickpen, QuoteSoft, or others).
  • Comfortable with doing Manual Take-off and Cost Recaps.
  • Experience with scheduling software is a plus.
  • Proven experience with pipe sizing and selection, including pumps, valves
  • Experience with chilled water systems, industrial boiler systems, industrial process equipment, and industrial utility systems

Universal Fire Protection (UFP)

  • Proven experience in blueprint reading, design, and cost estimation for n fire suppression and alarm systems.
  • Expertise in creating fire protection layouts using CAD software.
  • Proficiency in AutoSprink
  • NICET certification is a plus
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Regional Procurement Manager NOAM
🏢 Applus+
Salary not disclosed
Troy, Michigan 1 week ago

About Applus Laboratories

Applus is a leading global provider of testing, inspection, and certification services. We work across a wide range of industries to ensure the safety, quality, and performance of our clients' products and operations.

Job Summary

Applus is seeking a senior, highly proactive Regional Procurement Manager to establish and lead the North American procurement function across multiple business units and laboratories. This is a build-from-the-ground-up role for an experienced procurement professional who thrives in entrepreneurial environments and is comfortable operating without a mature procurement organization in place.

Reporting into senior leadership, this individual will be responsible for defining procurement strategy, identifying value creation opportunities, and executing sourcing initiatives across CAPEX, equipment, consumables, fleet, and services for the North American region. The successful candidate will act as a true business partner—actively engaging with lab leaders, assessing current procurement maturity, improving contracts, and driving synergies across entities.

This role requires a hunter mindset, strong analytical capability, and the confidence to influence stakeholders across diverse businesses.

Responsibilities

  • Establish and lead the North American procurement function across both multiple Applus Laboratory and TIC (Testing, Inspection, Certification) businesses
  • Define and execute regional procurement strategies aligned with business needs, budgets, and corporate objectives
  • Actively identify cost optimization, value creation, and efficiency opportunities through spend analysis and supplier strategy
  • Manage sourcing and contracting for all procurement needs
  • Review existing supplier contracts and commercial terms, renegotiating and improving agreements where appropriate
  • Partner closely with business leaders and lab operations to understand how each entity operates and how procurement can add value
  • Identify and implement synergies across North American entities, including shared suppliers, contracts, and sourcing approaches
  • Ensure appropriate supplier quality, compliance, and performance standards are maintained
  • Utilize and manage e-procurement platforms (e.g., SAP Ariba, Jaggaer, Coupa, or similar) to support sourcing, contracting, and reporting
  • Develop procurement reporting, performance tracking, and KPI dashboards for the region
  • Coordinate with global procurement to leverage existing global agreements where applicable, while owning regional execution
  • Support and guide the existing buyer, with potential to scale the team over time as the function matures and delivers value
  • Represent procurement in regional business initiatives and continuous improvement projects

KNOWLEDGE AND SKILLS

  • Significant experience in procurement, sourcing, or strategic purchasing at a regional or multi-business level
  • Background in services-based, laboratory, consulting, or similarly complex environments strongly preferred
  • Experience building or transforming procurement functions in less structured or entrepreneurial environments
  • Strong analytical skills with the ability to define strategy and execute independently
  • Demonstrated ability to proactively engage stakeholders and drive change
  • Experience working with e-procurement platforms (SAP Ariba, Coupa, Jaggaer, or similar)
  • Comfortable operating as a senior individual contributor; Director-level candidates may be considered
  • High level of professionalism, discretion, and business judgment
  • Self-starter with a hands-on, action-oriented mindset
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Employee Benefits Insurance Operations Auditor
Salary not disclosed
Troy, Michigan 1 week ago

Brown & Brown is seeking an Insurance Operations Auditor, Employee Benefits to join our growing team in Troy, MI or Roseland, NJ!

As a member of the Internal Operations Audit Team, the Employee Benefits Insurance Operations Auditor is responsible for reviewing, analyzing and making recommendations regarding the implementation of Brown & Brown best practices throughout all of the Brown & Brown Profit Centers to aid in the prevention and mitigation of E&O incidents for the Company.

How You Will Contribute:

  • Assist and/or lead in the performance of Insurance Operations audits of Profit Centers in the Retail Employee Benefits Division to verify compliance with Brown & Brown best practices.
  • Build knowledge of and support audits of Wholesale/Programs divisions, as applicable.
  • Complete prep-work and file review as assigned with a high level of accuracy.
  • Perform all functions of the audit process including leading certain departments or special units within the Profit Center.
  • Complete assigned file review with detailed notes documenting positive and negative findings as applicable.
  • Contribute to determination of audit findings and classification.
  • Communicate findings from review work with teammates and communicate with the Profit Center as necessary.
  • Assume additional responsibilities, as assigned, to ensure successful audit completion.
  • When leading an audit:
  • Ensure accurate and timely completion of work in preparation for reviews including, but not limited to: review of prior reports, procedures manuals, issuing carrier ratings and exceptions, licensing & contracts.
  • Ensure accurate and timely completion of file review including detailed notes documenting positive and negative findings.
  • Lead information gathering interviews with Profit Center teammates prior to reviews.
  • Lead conversations within team regarding potential findings and issues. Demonstrate judgment in determining appropriate findings and classifications.
  • Escalate concerns to leadership in a timely fashion.
  • Demonstrate strong verbal communication skills in explaining audit findings, risks and recommendations to key stakeholders.
  • Create and submit effective draft and final reports within specified timeframes.
  • Review & analyze Profit Center action plans and recommend acceptable revisions as necessary.
  • Conduct and document re-testing of designated items to ensure compliance with finalized action plans.
  • Maintain individual expense report and submits to Insurance Operations Regional Manager as instructed.
  • Develop and maintain relationship with all disciplines of the Internal Operations Audit Team.
  • Ability to consistently meet deadlines and expectations through effective time management.
  • Demonstrate proficiency in insurance acumen with desire to expand knowledge.
  • Delegate responsibilities and hold teammates accountable in a productive manner.
  • Successfully complete agreed upon educational designations
  • Work to motivate and inspire others to deliver optimal performance.
  • Go above and beyond defined responsibilities by proactively identifying areas of continuous improvement.
  • Participate in peer-to-peer feedback sessions.
  • Take initiative to share industry developments with peers.

Skills & Experience to Be Successful:

  • College degree (Preferred)
  • 1-2 years' experience preferred with Employee Benefits administration or relevant HR experience
  • Proficiency in Microsoft applications (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint).
  • Ability to learn new management systems.
  • Ability to work independently and in a team environment.
  • Ability to adapt to change.
  • Organize & prioritize work effectively.
  • The ability to research and analyze various types of insurance products / coverages.
  • Demonstrated ability to effectively communicate at all levels within the organization.
  • Ability to travel up to 15%.
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Full Stack Engineer
Salary not disclosed
Troy, Michigan 1 week ago

365 Retail Markets is the most trusted global provider of unattended retail technology, delivering conveniently smart self-service solutions since 2008. The company's all-in-one platform powers retail spaces across food service, global retail, and hospitality with a comprehensive suite of frictionless smart stores, micro markets, vending, catering, and dining point-of-sale options. These technologies can be found worldwide in corporate offices, manufacturing and distribution facilities, educational campuses, hotels, and beyond.

As a nine-time honoree on the Inc. 5000 list of fastest-growing companies in the United States, and with a continually expanding global presence, 365 Retail Markets is committed to growth, innovation, and providing superior, integrated technology that meets the evolving needs of its customers and consumers.

This position is located within the Development department of 365 Retail Markets and reports to the Manager of Software Development. The Software Engineer role will be responsible for all aspects of software development from interpreting software requirements to coding, unit test, and documentation, mentoring other engineers, as well as supporting the release of developed software into production. The Software Developer will work with peers within a team environment to jointly develop and enhance applications within the 365 Retail Markets product suite.

Responsibilities

  • Independently build, test, and maintain software features, ensuring code quality, maintainability, and performance
  • Participate actively in design discussions, architecture decisions, and sprint planning with an eye toward scalability and maintainability
  • Write clean, scalable, and modular code using modern frameworks and tools
  • Work in an Agile development environment, actively participating in stand-ups, sprint planning, and retrospectives
  • Collaborate closely with QA, DevOps, UX/UI, and Product Management to ensure successful feature delivery
  • Take ownership of small-to-medium-sized projects or features from design to release
  • Contribute to and enforce best practices in code reviews, testing, and documentation
  • Implement and maintain unit, integration, and functional tests as part of a CI/CD process
  • Assist in identifying and reducing technical debt through refactoring and optimization
  • Participate in on-call rotations and production issue resolution as needed
  • Support and mentor junior developers when needed

Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in computer science or a related technical field or equivalent practical experience
  • 3+ years of professional experience in software development
  • Proficiency in Java, JavaScript, Kotlin and familiarity with frameworks like Spring Boot, React
  • Experience with relational and NoSQL databases
  • Solid understanding of data structures, algorithms, and system design
  • Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and Git-based workflows
  • Understanding of RESTful APIs and web architecture including authentication and authorization best practices
  • Working knowledge of unit testing, integration testing, and performance profiling
  • Experience with cloud services (AWS, GCP, or Azure)
  • Strong collaboration and communication skills with the ability to work cross-functionally

Bonus/Preferred Skills

  • Experience using AI-powered development tools (e.g., Qodo, Copilot) responsibly
  • Basic understanding of cybersecurity best practices (e.g., OWASP Top 10)
  • Awareness of modern software observability practices (e.g., logging, monitoring)
  • Interest or exposure to AI/ML technologies (even if not in-depth)
  • Exposure to payment processing hardware and APIs (Castles, Adyen, Heartland)
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Assistant Manager
Salary not disclosed
Troy, Michigan 1 week ago

The ideal candidate will be responsible for driving the company's key performance indicators by delivering an exceptional in-store experience. In order to do this, the candidate will build and train an effective team, and effectively incorporate business trends and customer feedback into the training of employees.

Responsibilities

  • Build effective relationships with associates, peers and supervisor to develop a high performing team
  • Analyze reporting and business trends to make strategic decisions to drive results
  • Directly supervise the business, ensuring, and maintaining high quality standards
  • Consistently assess and provide ongoing performance feedback to all levels of team members

Qualifications

  • Minimum high school education or equivalent
  • 2+ years' of retail or equivalent management experience
  • Strong verbal or written communication skills
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Early On Evaluator/Service Coordinator
Salary not disclosed
Pontiac, Michigan 1 week ago

ABOUT OAKLAND FAMILY SERVICES

Oakland Family Services is a private, non-profit service organization serving our community and building brighter futures for more than 100 years. We proudly offer a continuum of prevention, education and treatment services that span the human life cycle.

OUR MISSION: Providing individuals and families the opportunity to build brighter futures.

OUR VISION: Communities of thriving individuals and families.

Between our strong commitment to our mission and a workplace culture that puts our staff first, we enrich the lives of those we serve, strengthen families, and build brighter futures for those we serve and those we employ.

WHAT'S IN IT FOR YOU?

  • Competitive compensation.
  • Comprehensive medical, dental, prescription, and vision coverage.
  • Flexible Spending Accounts and HSA options.
  • Retirement plan with a company match.
  • Long-term disability insurance.
  • Voluntary short-term disability.
  • Life insurance and AD&D.
  • Malpractice insurance.
  • Paid time off benefits, including generous vacation, sick, personal, and bereavement days.
  • Twelve (12) paid holidays, including a floating holiday of your choice!
  • Annual pay increases, as approved.
  • Employee assistance program for you and immediate family.
  • Network of support for your health & well-being.
  • Verizon cellular plan discount.
  • Mileage reimbursement at the IRS rate.
  • Loan forgiveness programs.

PLUS...

  • Commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging.
  • Family friendly practices and support.
  • Flexible work schedules, as appropriate.
  • Hybrid and virtual work options, as appropriate.
  • Highly robust and comprehensive onboarding and training program.
  • Paid professional development.
  • Free online trainings that count toward continuing education credits.
  • Employee assistance programs.
  • "Dress for Your Day" approach to dress code.
  • Financial literacy education and workshops.
  • Collaborative annual performance appraisals.
  • "Dollars for a Difference" program for clients and staff in need.
  • And more!

*Some benefits applicable to regular, full-time employees only.

WE KNOW CULTURE MATTERS...

We spend many hours of our day working. Workplace culture affects our well-being, how we feel about coming to work, and how we perform. Oakland Family Services prioritizes having a healthy, inclusive, equitable, and effective workplace culture. That's why we proudly have ten (10) defined cultural value statements that dictate how we operate. Cultural values are embedded into all we do and how we do it!

...MORE ABOUT OUR AWARD-WINNING CULTURE

  • Our CEO wants to get to know staff personally and has an open-door policy. She hosts regular staff lunches and townhalls to answer questions.
  • Open, honest, and transparent communication is celebrated.
  • We practice giving the benefit of the doubt.
  • We believe that feedback is the breakfast of champions! That's why we have a staff suggestion program.
  • We want our team members to feel valued. That's why we have a staff recognition program.
  • Having FUN is an important part of the job! We love hosting events such as staff recognition celebrations and luncheons, road rallies, seasonal parties, food truck lunches, ice cream days, surprise giveaways, spirit weeks, Bring Your Child to Work Day, cook off/bake off contests, and more.

ABOUT THE OPPORTUNITY/WORK

The Early On Evaluator/Service Coordinator is responsible for coordinating, conducting and completing developmental assessments, reports and Individualized Family Service Plans as needed in accordance with IDEA regulations. Incumbent is responsible for providing outreach to families in Oakland County communities through home visits; for initiating and maintaining communication and coordination based on family needs, including schools district personnel; and for maintaining internal and external customer relations through completion of paperwork, adherence to COA standards, quality assurance measures and participation in professional development activities. The position reports to the Early Childhood Services Manager.

  • Conduct developmental assessments on referred children within identified time frames.
  • Complete reports summarizing the results of the assessment, including recommendations and case conceptualization within identified time frames.
  • Complete all required paperwork as part of the evaluation and assessment process, including but not limited to, release of information, consents and other indicated forms.
  • Function as service coordinator for children entering the Early On system who do not qualify for special education services, including coordination of all referrals, services and direct service provision when appropriate.
  • Facilitate Individualized Family Service Plan process based on the developmental assessment results of eligibility within identified time frames.
  • Complete annual assessments; IFSP reviews; Transition Plans; Special Education referrals; Transfer and/or Exit processes with children and families within identified time frames.
  • Coordinate with school districts regarding any transfers for children eligible for Special Education services.
  • Provide home visits as indicated within identified time frames or provide visits in a community venue (i.e. play groups or other services provided by the Early On continuum) as indicated.
  • Meet weekly productivity standards for assessments and service coordination as indicated by the Manager.
  • Serve as a resource for families to connect with other internal and external community services.
  • Collaborate with schools and other community representatives and agencies.
  • Attend seminars, trainings and workshops to develop knowledge base in parent-child issues.
  • Attend supervision and Agency meetings.
  • Communicate positively and professionally with clients and staff.
  • Adhere to professional code of ethics and Agency policies and procedures.
  • Travel throughout Oakland County to provide home visits and attend trainings and meetings.
  • Flexible scheduling in order to meet the needs of the clients and professional development requirements.
  • Able to work in a variety of environments, including the ability to engage in play and coaching activities on the floor in a family's home.
  • Participate in the organization and implementation of client play groups within the community, as needed.
  • Responsible for incorporating principles of diversity, equity and inclusion in work processes and in job functions. Responsible for promoting a feeling of welcoming, belonging, and acceptance to all clients and staff.
  • Other duties as assigned.

Does this Describe YOU?

  • Must possess a bachelor's degree from an accredited school of social work, early childhood education, teaching, counseling or other related field with experience with group work, education or behavioral sciences.
  • Training and certification of the Infant-Toddler Developmental Assessment (IDA) assessment tool preferred.
  • Knowledge of Individualized Family Service Plans (IFSP) and Federal Law IDEA, particularly Part C is preferred.
  • Excellent organizational and time management skills.
  • Ability and willingness to work as a team with Agency and community early childhood professionals.
  • Spanish or Arabic speaking highly desirable.
  • Selected candidates for this position must possess a sensitivity to the diversity of the Agency's service population and candidate/employee population including (but not limited to) differences of culture, race, religion, gender, sexual orientation, and socioeconomic characteristics.
  • Special abilities and skills necessary to perform the required tasks and that best meet the needs of the agency also will be considered. There may be some standards above that may be waived when compensating specifications or circumstances exist.
  • Although employees have use of the Agency vehicle fleet to conduct business and are covered under our insurance, employees must provide documentation of personal vehicle liability insurance with minimum coverage of $100,000 per person/ $300,000 per incident. Employees also must provide documentation of a valid driver's license on an annual basis as well as proof of registration. In some instances, depending on the nature and frequency of driving, a chauffeur's license must be obtained. (may obtain within sixty days of hire).
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Order Processing Specialist
Salary not disclosed
Troy, Michigan 1 week ago

Job Summary: Responsible for all logistical processing of retail customer orders including eCommerce; which includes coordination with customers, internal departments, warehouse, and arranges shipment of requested retail items.

Hours Required: 40+

Major Responsibilities

  • Process various retail customers and eCommerce orders, while following each customers guidelines
  • Support and maintain of logistics policies, procedures, support plans and similar data
  • Run/save/send reports on new purchase orders
  • Create labels, packing slips & pull sheets for new purchase orders & email them to the appropriate warehouse
  • Update pertinent fields in IQMS before orders ship
  • Schedule trucks to pick-up loads shipping from required locations
  • Request extensions for purchase orders when missed pickups occur
  • Coordinate with in-house sales team to promote accurate and timely processing of orders for customers
  • Problem solve and resolve warehouse issues & mishaps including missed cartons on loads, wrong loads shipped, merchandise shortages, and missed orders, while informing appropriate persons of these instances to track charges & fees incurred
  • Investigate and provide documentation to disprove customer chargebacks
  • Enter purchase orders into routing in a timely manner to avoid chargebacks for late shipments
  • Inform warehouses on new vendor shipping requirements along with any changes to present vendor routing & shipping guides. Update vendor guides as necessary & keep track of changes in Customer Guidelines folder
  • Perform other related duties as required and assigned

Skills Required

  • Bachelor's degree or equivalent
  • Experience with Retail Portal websites
  • Strong communication skills - verbal and written
  • Ability to multi-task
  • Knowledge of transportation and logistics
  • Experience with retail eCommerce
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office
  • Strong attention to detail and accuracy

Physical Demands

  • Extended periods of computer work primarily involving sitting.
  • Light physical work, including lifting or moving objects up to 20 pounds.
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Vice President of Global Procurement (Automotive & Industrial)
Salary not disclosed
Troy, Michigan 1 week ago

New global company establishing Americas HQ .

The VP of Global Procurement is responsible for managing the overall supplier risk, year over year supplier productivity, VAVE and driving aggressive cost reductions in partnership with the suppliers and the engineering departments. The role is also responsible for maintaining consistency in purchasing and sourcing methodology and procedures, development of sourcing & procurement strategies, vendor management, analysis & negotiation of client/supplier service level agreements and contracts, supplier relationship management and identifying and implementing process improvement. The position will lead and develop a global team of sourcing professionals responsible for building and maintaining relationships with strategic suppliers as well as managing relationships with senior internal stakeholders.

Responsibilities:

  • Design, drive and execute the overall global sourcing strategy
  • Oversee policies, checklists, and other materials that describe the organization's technical, quality, service, or reliability standards to help purchasing staff evaluate supplier proposals
  • Drive overall supplier risk reduction
  • Contribute to increased productivity by implementing sound negotiation strategies
  • Partner with business leadership to develop and deploy world-class procurement by driving functional expertise and deep market and industry knowledge
  • Lead global team, develop talent and expertise, build a strong succession plan for direct management team as well as global teams and build global procurement capability
  • Develop long term strategies with robust execution plans to achieve annual operating plans to increase win rate, increase margins, improve cash-flow, reduce working capital and reduce risk
  • Drive standardization across the global footprint
  • Ensure contracts that allow for fluctuations with no liability for excess and obsolete inventory
  • Implement vendor management system, ensuring suppliers on-time-delivery and zero-deffect quality
  • Secure supplier capacity based on short term and long term plans while driving competitive cost and increasing spread to market
  • Negotiate and secure global, single and multi-year supply agreements
  • Collaborate with Supply Chain on medium and long range planning to improve supply of material
  • Working in conjunction with site leadership, analyze business plans, production environments, and supply requirements to determine optimal sourcing strategies across geographies
  • Identify and implement strategic processes and technology to drive efficiencies across team
  • Determine and recommend alternate supply strategies to maintain agility while creating cost savings and/or supply support solutions
  • Establish clear performance metrics for suppliers driving performance and financial responsibility
  • Review major contracts for key areas of spend, and act as an expert resource for planning, procurement and complex negotiations
  • Partner with other senior leadership to ensure organizational goals are met
  • Oversees supplier selection process, including qualification and execution of supplier agreements
  • Partner with Quality to ensure materials are qualified and meet appropriate regulatory standards

Job Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree, (Masters or MBA will be preferred)
  • 15+ years of global procurement experience
  • 10+ years of experience in large scale automotive and or industrial environment; global experience is a plus
  • Ability to work in a very fast paced, demanding, and matrixed environment
  • Skilled in influencing, negotiation, and problem resolution
  • Demonstrated leadership capabilities in leading a global organization
  • Demonstrated experience in developing and implementing sourcing strategies
  • Business acumen to align sourcing initiatives to financial goals and customer needs and expectations
  • Uncompromised Integrity, honesty and the drive to do what's best for the business
  • Experience in leading global high-performing teams
  • Strong communication skills: oral, written, and listening
  • Expert problem-solver
  • Travel required (20%-30%)
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Buyer
Salary not disclosed
Troy, Michigan 1 week ago

Summary

The Toyoda Gosei Group is a leading global manufacturer of rubber and plastic automotive components, safety systems and LEDs. Globally Headquartered in Japan with a network of 67 group companies in 17 countries and regions, the Group brings its extensive range of products to customers all over the world.

Toyoda Gosei North America (headquartered in Troy, MI) has an opening for a Buyer in the Purchasing department. The Buyer functions with a high degree of autonomy, and is responsible for responsible for providing professional level production related procurement for Toyoda Gosei (TG) North America Corporation (TGNA) and TGNA Manufacturing Companies (AMCs).

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

  • Drive cost savings initiatives such as annual price review, VA/VE, and others as assigned
  • Lead Annual Price Review negotiations with existing suppliers for cost reductions
  • Support VA/VE activities with suppliers and TG cross functional groups to drive cost savings
  • Negotiate price increases and tariffs with suppliers
  • Implement sourcing & new program launch activities with new/existing materials
  • Participate in new program launch activities with manufacturing plants, cross functional departments, and suppliers
  • Issue, collect, negotiate and analyze RFQ's and cost breakdowns with new and existing suppliers
  • Analyze and forecast Petrochemical/Metals market data for price negotiations and budget preparation
  • Maintain purchase order data and ensure approvals for upcoming purchases
  • Contribute to commodity strategy development
  • Communicate with TG Japan (HQ) regarding global material strategies
  • Participate in Purchasing's annual cost saving target setting and strategy development
  • Partner with TG cross functional groups and locations in new material development, commercial agreement strategies, commodity sourcing strategies, and cost reduction initiatives
  • Function in a highly collaborative environment where flexibility and teamwork is critical to success
  • Drive optimization by being actively engaged in continuous improvement efforts
  • Manage and resolve supplier issues as needed
  • Travel to TG manufacturing plants and supplier as needed
  • Drive optimization by being actively engaged in continuous improvement efforts (kaizen)
  • This role requires the completion of other duties as assigned

Required Education, Experience, and Skills

Certifications and Education

  • Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Supply Chain Management, Business or related field is required, or equivalent years of relevant experience is required

Experience

  • 1 to 4 years of experience in Purchasing function is preferred
  • Strong desire to learn all aspects of Purchasing and a willingness to expand to other commodities is preferred
  • Exposure to the development of short and long-term global purchasing strategy is preferred

Physical Requirements

  • The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
  • While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to sit. The employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, and reach with hands and arms. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision.

Technology Competencies

  • Proficiency using Microsoft Office Suites is required

Work Environment

  • Office Environment

Additional Competencies

  • Ability to consistently meet deadlines is required
  • Effective verbal, non-verbal, negotiation and written communication skills are required
  • Ability to sustain a high degree of professionalism in interacting with internal and external customers is required
  • Effective attention to detail, problem solving, analytical and organizational skills are required

Benefits (subject to eligibility):

  • Hybrid Work Style (if eligible)
  • Insurance (Health, Dental, Vision, Prescription Drug Program)
  • Company Paid STD, LTD, Life, and AD&D
  • Generous Employer Contribution to HSA
  • Short and Long Term Disability
  • 401K Company Match
  • Paid Time Off/Holidays
  • Free Employee Assistance Plan (EAP)
  • Reimbursement Programs (Cellphone, Tuition, Vehicle, etc.)
  • Multiple Free Wellness Programs Offered
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Become a Surrogate – Competitive Compensation & Support
Salary not disclosed
L'Anse, MI 1 week ago

Women who choose to become gestational carriers provide an extraordinary gift to help build a family. Many individuals and couples are unable to carry a pregnancy on their own for medical or personal reasons, and surrogates play a vital role in helping make parenthood possible.

At Gift of Life Surrogacy Agency, we guide and support our carriers every step of the way. If you are considering becoming a surrogate, it is important to understand both the medical process and the emotional journey involved. Our team ensures you are fully informed, supported, and cared for throughout the entire experience.

 

Gestational Carrier Requirements

To ensure a safe and successful journey for both carrier and baby, applicants must meet the following criteria:

  • Between 21–39 years old
  • U.S. citizen living in a surrogate-friendly state
  • Have delivered at least one child and are currently parenting
  • No more than two (2) C-sections
  • Not receiving government or public assistance (including Medicaid, WIC, SNAP/Food Stamps, or state-funded health insurance)
  • No history of pregnancy complications (including gestational diabetes, pre-eclampsia, or pre-term labor)
  • No history of schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, borderline personality disorder, or major depressive disorder
  • Not currently taking medications unsafe for pregnancy (including certain mental health medications)
  • Able to travel for medical screening, monitoring, and embryo transfer appointments
  • Live a healthy lifestyle free of illicit or recreational drug use
  • Have a stable home environment and strong support system

All qualifications will be reviewed in detail during your initial consultation.

 

Compensation & Benefits

We recognize the commitment, time, and care involved in being a gestational carrier. Compensation includes:

Base Compensation

  • $60,000 – $70,000
    (First-time carrier to experienced carrier)

Additional Benefits

  • $250 monthly expense allowance
  • $500 maternity clothing allowance
  • $10,500 for multiple birth
  • Up to $10,000 for loss of organs (per contract terms)
  • Lost wages (carrier and spouse, if applicable — based on employment verification)
  • Travel reimbursement 
  • $200 per week for housekeeping (if medically necessary)
  • $20 per hour for childcare (if medically necessary)

All medical expenses, legal representation, and services related to the surrogacy journey are covered.

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