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Certified Flavor Chemist

Addison, IL | Fully Onsite (Mon–Fri, 7:30 AM–4:00 PM)

Full-Time / Permanent

$150,000–$180,000 base salary

Industry: Flavors & Ingredients

Department: Research & Development

Reports to: Senior Manager, Flavor R&D

About the Role

We are seeking a Certified Flavor Chemist to join our R&D team and play a key role in developing innovative, high-quality flavor solutions for food and beverage applications. This position partners closely with cross-functional teams and customers to bring flavor concepts from idea to commercialization—while ensuring regulatory compliance, quality, and performance excellence.

Key Responsibilities

• Formulate and develop new flavor profiles aligned with customer specifications, market trends, and application requirements
• Conduct sensory testing and performance evaluations using both qualitative and quantitative methods
• Collaborate directly with customers to advance and finalize flavor development projects
• Stay current on flavor industry trends, emerging technologies, and consumer preferences
• Partner with Quality and Regulatory teams to ensure compliance with safety, labeling, and allergen standards
• Maintain accurate formulation records, experimental data, and technical documentation
• Support product launches by collaborating with Product Development, Marketing, and Production teams
• Troubleshoot flavor-related challenges and optimize flavor stability and performance
• Provide technical guidance and training to internal teams and clients
• Work with suppliers to source high-quality raw materials and explore new ingredients
• Train and mentor Flavor Apprentices in preparation for Society of Flavor Chemists testing

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Food Science, Physical Sciences, or a related field
• Certified member of the Society of Flavor Chemists (required)
• 5+ years of professional flavor development experience
• Experience creating and scaling reaction flavors
• Strong knowledge of flavor ingredient labeling and regulatory requirements
• Hands-on pilot plant experience
• Excellent attention to detail with strong organizational and communication skills
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment

Technical Skills

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Access)
• Comfortable learning and using web-based systems
• Preferred experience with flavor formula entry systems such as Sage X3, E-Book File, or Product Vision

Physical & Work Environment

• Combination of office, laboratory, and production floor work
• Regular exposure to manufacturing environments, including odors, noise, and food allergens
• Ability to lift up to 20–30 lbs as needed
• Required use of PPE on the production floor, including steel-toed shoes, hair/facial hair nets, and lab coats

Why Join Us

• Work on innovative flavor solutions with real market impact
• Collaborate with experienced industry professionals in a hands-on R&D environment
• Competitive compensation and long-term career growth opportunity

Our client is a Global food and beverage company. They seeking a detail-oriented and highly organized Talent Acquisition Coordinator to support our Talent Acquisition (TA) team in delivering an efficient, compliant, and positive hiring experience. This role plays a critical part in ensuring smooth recruitment operations from interview scheduling through onboarding support.

Key Responsibilities

• Support full-cycle recruitment onboarding activities including interview scheduling, background check coordination, and workflow processing
• Upload and manage behavioral interview guides, adverse action letters, and required hiring documentation
• Ensure compliance with hiring/selection processes, job file documentation, and requisition closure standards
• Respond to internal and external applicant inquiries related to hiring status, background checks, and orientation
• Maintain compliance metrics and ensure accurate documentation across all requisitions
• Communicate regularly with TA team members, candidates, hiring managers, and HR partners
• Support special projects and additional duties as assigned

Required Education and Experience

• 1-5+ years of High-volume HR onboarding experience
• Scheduling interviews, managing the background check process, processing workflows, uploading behavioral interview guides and adverse action letters
• Excel experience
• Strong organizational skills with high attention to detail
• Professional communication skills, both written and verbal

Senior Air Import Specialist - Elk Grove Village, IL

$65,000 - $75,000 (Dependent on experience)

For the selected candidate, we will offer full health benefits, 3 weeks PTO, 401(k) match

With over 40 years in business, we are a dynamic logistics and supply chain organization focused on managing international transportation, global sourcing, and cross-border trade operations. By leveraging our network of international partners and transportation providers, we ensure the efficient and reliable movement of goods across global markets. Headquartered in the United States, we operate a global network of over 1,200 employees across 15 offices throughout North America, Europe, and Asia.

Position Overview

The Senior Air Import Specialist will play a critical role in managing inbound air freight operations and coordinating with international suppliers and logistics partners to ensure shipments move efficiently from origin to final delivery. A large portion of this role will support pharmaceutical and life sciences imports, requiring a high level of accuracy, attention to documentation, and coordination with partners handling temperature-sensitive and regulated shipments.

This role serves as a key point of contact between suppliers, freight forwarders, customs brokers, and internal teams to ensure shipments are processed efficiently and in compliance with import regulations.

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate and manage international air import shipments from origin through final delivery
• Communicate with overseas suppliers, freight forwarders, and airline partners to schedule and track inbound air freight
• Support the import of pharmaceutical and life sciences products, ensuring proper handling and documentation for regulated or temperature-sensitive shipments
• Prepare, review, and process air import documentation including commercial invoices, packing lists, and arrival notices
• Work closely with customs brokers to ensure timely and compliant customs clearance
• Monitor inbound shipments and proactively address flight delays, customs holds, or documentation issues
• Coordinate domestic transportation and final delivery once shipments arrive at U.S. airports
• Ensure compliance with U.S. import regulations, customs requirements, and company policies
• Maintain accurate records of shipments, freight invoices, and import documentation
• Track freight costs, duties, and tariffs when applicable
• Provide shipment updates and logistics reporting to internal teams and stakeholders
• Identify opportunities to improve shipment visibility and logistics processes

Qualifications:

• 1+ years of experience in a similar air import role
• Experience supporting pharmaceutical/healthcare shipments strongly preferred but not required
• Basic knowledge of customs procedures, shipping documentation, and international logistics processes
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple shipments and deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook)

Corporate Resources, on behalf of our client located in Elk Grove Village, is hiring a Senior Air Import Specialist.

What We're Looking For:

We’re searching for a self-motivated, detail-oriented professional ready to hit the ground running and thrive in a high-performance team. The right person for this role brings:

• A strong sense of urgency and the ability to stay focused under pressure
• Genuine enthusiasm for our business and industry
• A collaborative mindset and a track record of teamwork
• Natural curiosity and analytical thinking
• The ability to juggle multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
• A passion for delivering excellent service and building customer relationships
• Confidence in solving problems and owning results
• A proactive attitude and a drive to improve how we do things every day

Key Responsibilities:

• Problem solving as issues arise
• Work closely with our overseas partners
• Export cargo movement
• Building mutually beneficial relationships with our customers

Job Description

The General Manager is responsible for leading through PharmaCann’s mission, vision, and values in order to develop a high-performing team that consistently delivers top-line sales growth.

The GM leads a team of dispensary managers who specialize in DOR’s (division of responsibility) and is accountable for all aspects of managing a single retail store (as well as all other projects/duties as assigned).

This leader drives the business through a DOR focus on Hospitality (customer service, sales training, product knowledge, loyalty and leadership development), Product (visual presentation, product performance and promotions), and Operations (receiving orders, policy and procedures, expense control, compliance, and loss prevention). This position requires a passion for process excellence, a drive for results, and the ability to lead and influence.

The General Manager is responsible for overseeing the financial success of the store and has full P&L responsibility. The GM is responsible for responding to business needs and strategizing around business trends in order to drive profitable top line sales growth.

The General Manager must also have experience in assessing, recruiting and screening talent.

Duties and responsibilities or (Essential Functions)

Performance:

• Meet or exceed goals related to total store sales, profitability, and operational excellence
• Forecast and adjust payroll to maximize productivity, achieve sales & payroll goals, and complete workload
• Build a team that embodies the PharmaCann brand by delivering exceptional service and driving customer loyalty therefore increasing return visits
• Review and interpret financial and operational reporting regularly, including store visit and audit results
• Identify underperforming metrics and develop strategies that leverage company programs, tools, and resources to improve and grow the business

People:

• Create and ensure a cohesive work environment
• Attract, hire, and retain a diverse team of top talent
• Place the right people in the right roles, specifically the management DOR program
• Train, coach, and develop direct reports using company programs, tools, and resources
• Create an environment that inspires and encourages the growth and engagement of associates
• Model an environment of open communication by sharing enterprise strategy and corporate messaging to associates
• Promote a culture of teamwork by working alongside the management team, establishing priorities, and providing clear direction

Operations:

• Be proficient in, and ensure compliance with PharmaCann policies, regulations adherence, procedures, and compliance standards
• Use the company's scheduling tool as directed to schedule the right associates in the right places, at the right times in order to provide an exceptional customer experience, reduce loss, and execute company directives
• Protect company assets and minimize loss by ensuring all store standards and operating procedures are met, including workplace safety, inventory control, compliance and loss prevention
• Support continuous improvement by implementing company programs and influencing end-user’s buy in
• The General Manager may perform other related duties as required by the Company, field leadership, and especially with regard to serving the customer
• Projects a positive image of the organization to employees, customers, industry, and community
• Embodies the culture, values, and tenets of PharmaCann and full support of our purpose, goal, and key objectives
• This role may be required to assist with other duties as assigned as well as in other functions of the operation including but not limited to: call center, inventory, sales consulting, delivery acceptance, outreach, security, visual merchandising and as interim GM for other locations

Starting pay is $80,000

Qualifications

• Minimum 21 years of age
• Bachelor’s in business or operations management or a related field preferred
• 5 + years of managerial experience preferably in a retail-based industry with a customer-centric approach
• 1+ year PharmaCann Management experience will be considered
• 2+ years Dispensary Management experience will be considered
• Demonstrated ability to achieve individual selling goals and metrics
• Proven ability to drive sales results, able to analyze selling reports, identify business trends and react quickly to the needs of the business
• Comfortable and confident in making decisions and mediating conflict within a team environment
• Ability to address complex issues and allocate time to execute multiple tasks and changing priorities.
• Exceptional interpersonal, communication and customer service skills
• Ability to identify top talent and train/develop/retain great people
• Proficient in windows - based software such as Excel, Word and Outlook
• Business Acumen
• Communication Proficiency
• Ethical Conduct
• Leadership
• Relationship Management
• Performance Management
• Personal Effectiveness/Credibility
• Consulting Skills
• Global & Cultural Awareness
• Valid driver’s license and ability to successfully pass a Motor Vehicle Record background check

Working conditions

• Ability to sit for long periods of time and get in and out of an automobile several times a day.
• Will be required to drive and be outside for brief periods of time during all four seasons.”

Physical requirements

Ability to utilize arms at extended position for long periods. Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds, lift/carry product, totes and push/pull carts.

Job Title:

Jr Buyer

Location (City, State):

Elk Grove Village, Hybrid

Industry:

Retail

Pay:

$28–$30 per hour

Benefits:

This position is eligible for medical, dental, vision, and 401(k).

About Our Client:

Addison Group is partnering with a well-established organization to identify a Sourcing / Buyer Assistant to support their procurement team. This role offers the opportunity to gain hands-on experience within a collaborative sourcing environment and could convert to a permanent position for the right candidate.

Job Description:

The Sourcing / Buyer Assistant will provide operational and administrative support to a procurement team responsible for managing vendor relationships, purchasing activities, and category data. This role is highly system-focused and will involve working with internal reporting, maintaining purchasing records, and assisting sourcing leaders with daily operational tasks.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide administrative and operational support to sourcing team members
• Enter and maintain purchasing and item data within internal systems
• Generate reports and assist with basic data analysis to support sourcing initiatives
• Coordinate with internal teams to ensure product and item information is accurate
• Monitor supplier updates and follow up on outstanding requests or documentation
• Assist with tracking projects, purchasing programs, and promotional initiatives
• Help resolve discrepancies related to orders, data, or supplier information
• Support documentation and reporting for procurement activities

Qualifications:

• 1–2 years of experience in a corporate environment within supply chain, procurement, analytics, or a related operational role
• Bachelor’s degree strongly preferred
• Intermediate Excel skills including pivot tables and VLOOKUPs
• Experience with ERP or CRM systems such as SAP or Salesforce is a plus
• Strong attention to detail and ability to manage system-driven tasks

Perks:

• Opportunity to gain experience within a large, structured procurement team
• Exposure to sourcing processes and enterprise systems
• Hybrid work schedule
• Strong potential for long-term career growth within procurement and supply chain.

Addison Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Addison Group provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. Addison Group complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. Reasonable accommodation is available for qualified individuals with disabilities, upon request.

Reporting into the EVP/COO Enesco, the Director of Logistics will lead and optimize operations by focusing on managing inbound and outbound logistics, ensuring efficiency and cost-effectiveness while maintaining high service levels. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience with brokerage services, contract negotiation, customs processes, and distribution center interactions.

Responsibilities:

• Oversee and optimize the flow of goods from suppliers to distribution centers and from distribution centers to retail locations.
• Ensure timely and accurate delivery of products, minimizing delays and disruptions.
• Leverage brokerage services to facilitate efficient transportation solutions.
• Evaluate and select appropriate service providers based on performance metrics.
• Negotiate contracts and freight rates with carriers and service providers.
• Monitor market trends to secure favorable terms and conditions.
• Ensure compliance with customs regulations and manage customs documentation.
• Collaborate with customs brokers to facilitate smooth cross-border shipments.
• Coordinate with distribution centers to ensure alignment with logistics strategies.
• Implement best practices for inventory management and order fulfillment.
• Oversee the order management process, ensuring accuracy and timeliness.
• Collaborate with sales and operations teams to forecast demand and manage inventory levels.
• Establish and maintain transloading and cross-docking initiatives to enhance logistics efficiency.
• Analyze and report on project performance, make adjustments as necessary.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Business Administration, or related field
• Minimum of seven (7) years of experience in logistics management within a retail/wholesale environment.
• Proven expertise in inbound and outbound logistics, brokerage services, and customs processes.
• Strong negotiation skills with a track record of managing freight rates and contracts.
• Experience with order management systems and processes.
• Familiarity with transloading and cross-docking projects.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.

Ad Populum Offers:

• Opportunity to shape the future of a growing company
• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Opportunities for professional growth and development
• Collaborative and supportive work environment

The salary on offer for this hybrid position will be $150,000.00 per year.

Ad Populum LLC is an equal opportunity employer. Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identify, gender expression, national origin, ancestry, age, marital status, military or veteran status, medical condition, genetic information or disability, or any other basis prohibited by federal, state or local law.

ABOUT AD POPULUM: Ad Populum aligns corporate strategy and fosters growth across its diverse portfolio of legendary brands, including: NECA, the industry leader in pop culture action figures and collectibles, Rubies, the #1 costumes company in the world, Enesco, known for Department 56, a top purveyor of holiday décor, Kidrobot, a globally recognized, premier creator of limited edition art toys, plush and lifestyle accessories, WizKids, a top producer of miniatures and award winning table top games worldwide, JEI, the creators of American icons such as the Chia Pet and Clapper, ExKaliber, an esteemed collective of Amazon brands that ranks among the top 150 Amazon sellers globally, Graceland, Rock n Roll’s top destination and #1 music attraction in the world, Smiffys, a leading global innovator in fancy dress, Halloween and Carnival manufacturing since 1894, and Party City, the global leader in the celebrations industry helping tens of millions of people create unforgettable memories.

Comprised of three wholly-owned business subsidiaries, Enesco is a global leader in the gift, home décor, collectible and accessory industries. Well-known for its Enesco Gift and Department 56 operating businesses, Enesco specializes in designing, manufacturing, marketing, and distributing high-quality contemporary gifts, home accessories, and collectibles to celebrate every occasion and recipient. Enesco Gift and Department 56 customers include large department store chains, mass market channels, online third-party e-tailers, end-consumers, home décor boutiques, and specialty card and gift retailers in over 50 countries. Working with its own sales teams and global distributors, Enesco serves markets in the United States, Europe, Asia, the Americas, and Australia.