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Our client is actively seeking a Scrum Master to support their growing team based out of Chicago, IL

This opportunity would be 1-2 days onsite per week in downtown Chicago, IL

Top 5 Skill sets

• Agile Dev life cycle
• Verbal and written Communication
• Organization(Project tracking, reporting)
• MS ADO or Jira expertise
• Experience in running large cross functional agile team for cloud native development

Nice to have skills or certifications:

• Certified Scrum Master
• Cloud Practitioner

Description:

• As Scrum Master, you play a key role in the definition, development, implementation, and ongoing improvement of Agile practices (with an emphasis on Scrum) within the organization.
• You will facilitate sprint planning, retrospective, and daily activities related to stand-ups and sprint burn down; as well as maintain relevant metrics that help the team see and understand their progress during a sprint. In this role you'll own and resolve identified impediments.
• You'll help build an environment where continuous deployment/ improvement of the development process is the focus and everyone's common goal is to deliver outstanding software as fast as possible to our customers.
• You will also own the Release planning and related ceremonies & communications.
• As Scrum Master you're responsible for leading the continual Agile transformation and practices as well as promoting accountability and transparency across all levels of the organization.

We’re Hiring: Part-Time Stylist & Key Holder

Chicago, IL (On-Site)

Company Description

Violet Hawthorne is seeking a Part-Time Stylist & Key Holder to join our team in Andersonville. We’re a women’s boutique known for elevated everyday pieces, work-to-weekend staples, and thoughtful gifting. We strive to creating a welcoming, community-driven shopping experience - and we’re looking for someone who brings that same energy.

This role is perfect for someone who loves fashion, thrives in a neighborhood boutique environment, and genuinely enjoys connecting with people.

Role Description

This is a part-time, on-site position based in Chicago, IL. The Stylist will provide personalized fashion guidance, create cohesive wardrobe looks, and deliver an exceptional in-store experience. In addition to assisting customers, this role supports daily sales activities and helps build lasting client relationships through personal styling appointments.

As a Key Holder, responsibilities include overseeing store operations during shifts — including opening and closing the boutique, maintaining inventory, and ensuring the store runs smoothly and efficiently.

Qualifications

• Strong fashion styling skills with the ability to build cohesive wardrobe looks

• Excellent communication and customer service abilities

• Sales-driven mindset with the ability to meet or exceed goals

• A genuine passion for style and personalized client experience

• Leadership experience or interest in key holder responsibilities

• Previous retail or fashion industry experience preferred

• Weekend availability required

We’re looking for someone positive, dependable, and enthusiastic about helping our clients feel confident in what they wear. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a boutique environment and enjoys both styling and operational leadership.

If you’re interested or know someone who would be a great fit, we’d love to connect. Please send your resume and a brief introduction to learn more.

Site Reliability Engineer

Description and Requirements

About Our Team

We are building Quantum, a next‑generation hybrid AI platform that spans Windows, Android, and cloud. As part of this initiative, we are growing the reliability engineering organization that powers cross‑device Personal AI.

We are hiring Site Reliability Engineers (SREs) to strengthen the reliability, observability, and operational excellence of Qira’s AI systems across device, edge, and cloud. Depending on your strengths, you may be aligned to areas such as Observability, Operations, or Service Reliability.

Works with the speed and creativity of a startup inside— you’ll help build foundational systems with clarity, ownership, and modern engineering practices.

Location: On-site in Chicago, IL. Hybrid (3 days on-site, 2 days remote)

What You Might Work On

As an SRE, you may be responsible for a subset of the following, depending on team placement and skill alignment:

Reliability & Systems Engineering

• Support the reliability, availability, and performance of distributed systems across cloud, edge, and device environments.
• Help define, measure, and monitor SLIs and SLOs for core services.
• Identify reliability risks and collaborate with senior engineers on mitigation plans.

Operational Excellence

• Participate in on‑call rotations and assist with incident response and post‑incident reviews.
• Contribute improvements to runbooks, automation, and tooling that reduce alert noise and operational toil.
• Help enhance detection, alerting, and response workflows.

Observability & Insight

• Implement and improve telemetry using OpenTelemetry, Grafana, and related tools.
• Build dashboards and tools that improve visibility into system health and AI service behavior.
• Ensure observability data is complete, accurate, and actionable.

Deployments & Change Safety

• Support safe, reliable deployment workflows including canaries, staged rollouts, and automated rollbacks.
• Assist in improving CI/CD systems and deployment tooling.

Collaboration & Best Practices

• Work closely with senior SREs, DevOps engineers, AI/ML teams, and platform engineers.
• Contribute to reliability reviews, operational readiness checks, and cross‑team projects.
• Advocate for modern SRE and DevOps practices within the organization.

Basic Qualifications

• 4+ years of experience in Site Reliability Engineering, DevOps, Platform Engineering, or production systems operations.
• Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related technical field (or equivalent practical experience).
• Foundational experience supporting distributed systems in production.
• Ability to write scripts or tools in Python, Go, Bash, or similar languages.
• Solid understanding of Linux systems, networking basics, and system performance fundamentals.
• Experience with cloud platforms (Azure preferred, AWS or GCP acceptable).
• Familiarity with monitoring/observability (metrics, logs, tracing).
• Experience with containers and Kubernetes.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with OpenTelemetry instrumentation and telemetry pipelines.
• Hands‑on experience with Grafana, Prometheus, Loki, or Tempo.
• Exposure to AI/ML systems, inference services, or data‑intensive workloads.
• Experience contributing to CI/CD processes and deployment automation.
• Familiarity with hybrid architectures spanning device, edge, and cloud.
• Passion for automation, reliability, and operational excellence.

What Success Looks Like

• Systems become easier to operate, observe, and trust.
• Alerts are more accurate and actionable.
• On‑call load decreases through thoughtful automation and improvements.
• Deployment workflows become more reliable and repeatable.
• You grow toward deeper ownership and technical leadership within the reliability engineering organization.

Director of AI

Location: Chicago, IL (Remote Eligible – must be US based)

Salary: $250,000 – 280,000 base + bonus

We’re partnering with a global education technology company undergoing a major transformation from a traditional publisher into a data and AI driven digital learning platform. The organization is investing heavily in AI and advanced data capabilities to deliver personalized learning experiences at global scale.

They are hiring a Director of AI to lead a team of AI researchers and data scientists responsible for developing and deploying advanced machine learning and Generative AI solutions across the enterprise.

The Role:

This is a highly strategic role that combines technical leadership, team management, and hands-on architectural oversight. The Director of AI will help define the long-term AI roadmap while working closely with product, engineering, and business stakeholders to bring production AI systems to life.

What you’ll do:

• Lead and grow a team of AI researchers and data scientists, providing technical mentorship and career development
• Define and execute the AI strategy and roadmap, with a strong focus on Generative AI capabilities
• Partner with product, engineering, and business teams to identify high-impact AI opportunities
• Oversee the design, development, and deployment of production-grade AI and ML systems
• Translate complex technical work into clear insights for both technical and executive stakeholders
• Manage project timelines, priorities, and team resources to ensure successful delivery of AI initiatives

What They’re Looking For

• PhD in Artificial Intelligence, Data Science, Computer Science, or a related technical field
• 8+ years of experience in AI, machine learning, or data science
• Proven experience leading teams of AI researchers or data scientists
• Deep expertise in machine learning, AI systems, and Generative AI technologies
• Strong communication skills with the ability to present technical concepts to senior leadership
• Experience collaborating cross-functionally with product, engineering, and business teams

Nice to Have

• Experience deploying Generative AI solutions in production environments
• Experience working in large-scale technology or digital product organizations
• Exposure to education technology or learning platforms

This role offers the opportunity to shape the AI strategy for a global platform impacting millions of learners worldwide, while leading a highly technical team working on cutting-edge machine learning systems.

Regional Director of Construction (General Superintendent)

Location: Chicago, IL (Regional Portfolio Oversight)

Compensation: $250,000 – $300,000 Base + Executive Bonus

Logistics: Executive Vehicle Program + Elite Transportation & Logistics Support

The Opportunity

We are a premier, vertically integrated Developer/Builder seeking an elite executive to lead our regional field operations. As the Regional Director of Construction, you will serve as the ultimate authority on project execution, safety, and quality across our high-density Midwest portfolio.

This is a high-impact leadership role designed for a "Field General" who has mastered the complexities of large-scale construction and is ready to oversee a regional portfolio from an owner's perspective.

The Portfolio: "Big Building" & Podium Mastery

Our projects are large-scale, high-density, and technically demanding. We require an expert with a verifiable track record in:

• Complex Podium-Wrap: Mastery of Type III over Type I (concrete-to-wood) high-density builds.
• Large-Scale Multi-Unit: Success delivering "big building" complexes (300+ units).
• Regional Oversight: Ability to lead a portfolio valued at $500M+ in active construction.

What You’ll Do

• Executive Field Leadership: Standardize best-in-class field operations and quality control across all regional project sites.
• Team Architecture: Recruit, mentor, and hold accountable a high-performing team of Project Superintendents.
• Strategic Pre-Construction: Serve as the final word on constructability, site logistics, and sequencing during the design phase.
• Risk Mitigation: Proactively resolve enterprise-level risks related to labor markets and supply chain.
• Efficiency & Logistics: Leverage elite transportation and logistics support to maintain high-frequency oversight of regional job sites without the traditional travel burnout.

The Requirements

• 20+ Years in Construction Leadership with a specific focus on Large-Scale Multifamily.
• Podium Authority: Recognized industry expert in Podium-Wrap and high-density builds.
• Systems Mindset: You build the systems and cultures that allow projects to succeed at scale.
• Executive Presence: Ability to command respect on the job site and provide strategic value to ownership.
• Tech Mastery: Expert proficiency in Procore, Bluebeam, and enterprise scheduling tools.

We have an exciting opportunity to work for a global manufacturing firm. The Director of Procurement is responsible for leading the organization’s sourcing, purchasing, and supplier management strategies to ensure cost-effective, reliable, and high-quality supply of materials, equipment, and services. This role provides strategic direction and operational oversight of procurement activities while driving supplier performance, risk mitigation, and continuous improvement across the supply chain. The Director of Procurement partners closely with Operations, Finance, Engineering, Maintenance, and Plant Leadership to support production goals, capital projects, and long-term business objectives. Client offers benefits that include: health, dental, vision, short and long term, profit sharing, 401k with a match, PTO and generous bonus. The pay range is $130k-$160k

Recruiter: Connie Stathopoulos

Responsibilities:

Procurement Strategy & Leadership

• Develop and execute a comprehensive procurement strategy aligned with company financial and operational objectives and Corporate Procurement.
• Lead, mentor, and develop the procurement and purchasing team at multiple sites.
• Establish KPIs to measure procurement performance, cost savings, supplier reliability, and service levels
• Drive a culture of accountability, continuous improvement, and cross-functional collaboration

Sourcing & Cost Management

• Lead strategic sourcing initiatives for raw materials, capital equipment, and outside services
• Negotiate pricing, contracts, and long-term supply agreements to achieve cost savings and favorable terms
• Analyze market trends, commodity pricing, and supply risks to inform sourcing decisions
• Identify and implement cost-reduction and value-engineering opportunities without compromising quality or safety

Supplier Management

• Develop and maintain strong relationships with key suppliers and service providers
• Establish supplier performance metrics related to quality, delivery, safety, and responsiveness
• Conduct supplier evaluations, audits, and performance reviews
• Lead supplier issue resolution and corrective action processes

Operational Support

• Ensure timely procurement of materials and services to support uninterrupted production and maintenance activities
• Partner with Operations and Engineering on capital projects, equipment purchases, and plant upgrades
• Support maintenance reliability initiatives through effective MRO and spare parts procurement
• Work closely with Inventory/Stores teams to optimize stock levels and reduce carrying costs

Risk & Compliance

• Identify and mitigate supply chain risks, including single-source dependencies and market volatility
• Ensure procurement activities comply with company policies, contractual obligations, and applicable regulations
• Support ESG, sustainability, and responsible sourcing initiatives where applicable

Systems & Process Improvement

• Oversee procurement systems, purchasing processes, and approval workflows
• Improve purchasing efficiency through standardization, automation, and data-driven decision-making
• Ensure accurate procurement reporting and spend visibility across the organization

Qualifications

Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Engineering, or related field required
• 8–12+ years of progressive procurement or supply chain experience
• Minimum 3–5 years in a leadership or management role
• Experience in manufacturing, industrial, or heavy industry environments strongly preferred

Technical & Professional Skills

• Strong negotiation and contract management skills
• Deep understanding of strategic sourcing, supplier performance management, and cost analysis
• Experience with MRO, capital equipment, and production material sourcing
• Familiarity with ERP/MRP systems and procurement software
• Financial acumen with ability to analyze total cost of ownership and budget impacts

Leadership Competencies

• Proven ability to lead teams and influence cross-functional stakeholders
• Strong decision-making and problem-solving skills
• Ability to balance strategic thinking with hands-on operational execution
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills

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Who We Are

Brami is democratizing the Italian “good life” by redefining Italian food for the modern pantry. 

Founded by Aaron Gatti, a first-generation Italian American inspired by family roots in Umbria and time in a Michelin-star kitchen, Brami centers its current product lineup on the ancient lupini bean—a Mediterranean superfood cherished for centuries. We offer two Made-in-Italy lines: Italian Protein Pasta (bronze-die extruded; just two ingredients—premium Italian durum semolina and whole-milled lupini flour; ~70% more protein, 25% fewer net carbs, and 3× the fiber vs. typical pasta) and snackable lupini beans cured in savory spices. Headquartered in the U.S., Brami is the #1 fastest-growing pasta brand in the country two years running, available online and in 5,000+ stores nationwide.

Responsibilities:

Supply Chain Execution

• Manage purchase orders, production schedules, and day-to-day communication with co-manufacturers and suppliers
• Track production timelines and escalate risks or delays proactively

Inventory & Fulfillment

• Maintain accurate inventory levels across 3PLs and warehouses
• Monitor inventory movement, aging, shortages, and discrepancies
• Coordinate inbound and outbound shipments to support retail, wholesale, and DTC fulfillment

Logistics & 3PL Management

• Serve as the primary operational contact for 3PLs
• Manage freight coordination, delivery tracking, and issue resolution
• Ensure SLAs, routing guides, and operational requirements are followed

Operational Reporting

• Prepare and maintain weekly operational reports (inventory, fill rates, OTIF, production status)
• Flag risks, constraints, and execution gaps with recommended actions
• Support month-end inventory and COGS reconciliation in partnership with finance

Process & Systems Support

• Document and maintain SOPs for core operational workflows
• Support ERP, inventory system, and EDI execution (transactions, accuracy, data hygiene)
• Identify inefficiencies and recommend process improvements

Cross-Functional Coordination

• Partner with Sales, Marketing, and Customer Experience to support promotions, launches, and customer needs
• Support new SKU launches from an execution and readiness standpoint
• Assist with audits, compliance documentation, and vendor setup

Qualifications

• 3–6+ years of operations, supply chain, or logistics experience (CPG required)
• Experience working with co-manufacturers, suppliers, and 3PLs
• Strong execution, follow-through, and attention to detail
• Comfortable operating within defined plans while managing day-to-day variability
• Strong Excel / Google Sheets skills; ERP experience required, Netsuite preferred
• Experience supporting EDI execution in a CPG or retail environment

DESCRIPTION:

Build working relationships with business unit leaders, focusing in the areas of construction safety. Delivers programs to train employees in the fundamentals of occupational safety. Interprets and facilitates implementation of policies and procedures relating to construction occupational health and safety. Works closely with all levels of the organization as well as the contractors to ensure all work is performed to company safety standards, OSHA, and all workplace safety laws.

Job Duties:

Conduct Safety Initiatives

1. Collect, analyze, and interpret existing, new and emerging safety regulations to initiate corporate compliance strategies. Collaborate with other Consultants, where appropriate.

2. Develop (or facilitate diverse teams to develop) programs, policies and procedures and coordinate implementation to assure the health and safety of personnel while controlling company losses.

3. Analyze contractor safety performance indicators to identify trends, improvement opportunities, or specific intervention needs, and provide consultation from an expert perspective to achieve effective solutions.

4. Assure effective implementation of contractor safety programs through auditing, inquiry, observation, and networking, leveraging the best practices.

5. Identify needs, develop and deliver fundamental, technical, or customized safety training programs tailored to various levels within the organization, utilizing outside resources where applicable.

6. Participate, and/or consult on various corporate and business unit safety committees, task forces and/or safety meetings.

7. Review contractor accident investigations and make recommendations to prevent new or recurring accidents.

8. Acts as a source for safety equipment consultation and information for the BU.

9. Provides current and past safety statistics relative to lagging (e.g., injury/illness or motor vehicle accidents) and leading indicator information.

Other

1. Establish and maintain good working relationships with employees, contractor personnel and project leaders.

2. Serve on local safety committees while offering expert perspective on safety issues.

3. Support diversity by actively seeking out and encouraging diversity in perspective and by establishing an environment of inclusion.

List of job titles and incumbents along with type and nature of internal contacts

1. Associate Safety Consultant, Senior Safety Consultant, Principal Safety Consultant and/or Manager Safety Services – provide support and recommendations on health & safety related initiatives

2. Management and represented employees – provide updates, consultation and/or training on health & safety related items

3. Supervisors and managers – provide updates and consulting on health & safety related items

4. Union officers and stewards - establish and maintain good working relationships while addressing safety concerns.

5. Contractors, Owners, Project Management, Safety Representatives, Superintendent, General Foreman, Foreman, and labor force.

Type and nature of external contacts when applicable

1. Vendors and consultants – coordinate and schedule

2. Regulatory agencies – provide requested information and communicate findings

3. Trade Unions - interact with agents, stewards, safety representatives

Minimum Qualifications:

· Associate degree in Safety, Industrial Hygiene, or closely related field is preferred. A combination of education, training/certification, and experience with large scale construction projects in lieu of education will be considered.

· The Safety Consultant – Construction requires at least 3 to 5 years of experience providing safety services to large construction projects. Utility experience desired.

· Experience in regulatory compliance, best practice, case management, and contractor oversight

· Intermediate skills in Microsoft Office Suite

· Uses appropriate interpersonal skills and communication methods to build constructive relationships with contractors, business units, and other stakeholders to meet shared goals and objectives.

· Key leadership competencies are making difficult decisions, relationship-building, influencing, fostering teamwork, knowledge of the business and sound judgment.

· Embraces the ideas of others, nurtures innovation and manages innovation to reality.

· Demonstrated leadership ability.

· Ability to handle multiple tasks concurrently.

· Ability to consult effectively with internal clients.

· Experience with planning and project coordination skills.

· Above average verbal and written communication skills.

· Ability to adapt to changes in the external environment and organization.

· Ability to provide high quality customer service.

· Effective presentation skills.

· Good interpersonal skills, with the ability to interact effectively.

· Ability to maintain composure in dealing with all organizational levels including, executives, managers and supervisors, employees, training staff and the public, occasionally under conditions of urgency and in pressure situations.

· May be exposed to or required to handle sensitive and confidential information.

· Valid driver’s license required. Will be required to use personal vehicle in the performance of duties.

Senior Project Manager

Construction | Chicago, IL | Hybrid Flexibility

A well established and highly respected $700M General Contractor is seeking an experienced Senior Project Manager to join their growing Chicago team.

This firm delivers complex construction projects across light industrial, multifamily, commercial, and hospitality sectors, with project values typically ranging from $30M to $100M+. With a strong pipeline of work across the Midwest and an excellent reputation for quality and client relationships, this is an opportunity to join a business that continues to grow while maintaining a collaborative and people first culture.

The company offers a hybrid working model with two days per week work from home and half day Fridays, providing flexibility while maintaining strong team collaboration and project delivery.

The Opportunity

The Senior Project Manager will lead large scale projects from preconstruction through completion, managing internal project teams while working closely with clients, consultants, and subcontractors.

You will be responsible for delivering projects safely, on schedule, and within budget while maintaining the high standards and reputation the company has built within the market.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead construction projects valued up to $100M+ from preconstruction through closeout
• Oversee project teams including Project Managers, Assistant Project Managers, Project Engineers, and Superintendents
• Manage project budgets, cost control, forecasting, and financial reporting
• Develop and maintain project schedules in collaboration with field leadership
• Lead owner, architect, and subcontractor coordination meetings
• Review subcontractor scopes, manage procurement strategy, and oversee contract administration
• Identify and mitigate project risks while maintaining schedule and budget targets
• Ensure quality, safety, and compliance standards are maintained across all phases of construction
• Build and maintain strong client relationships to support repeat business

Project Portfolio

• Projects typically range between $30M and $100M+ across sectors including:
• Light Industrial and Manufacturing Facilities
• Multifamily Residential Developments
• Commercial and Corporate Office Buildings
• Hospitality and Hotel Construction

Qualifications

• 8 to 15+ years of experience within commercial construction
• Experience managing ground up or large scale renovation projects valued $30M+
• Strong leadership skills with the ability to manage project teams and mentor junior staff
• Experience working for a General Contractor in a Project Manager or Senior Project Manager capacity
• Strong understanding of scheduling, budgeting, subcontractor management, and contract administration
• Degree in Construction Management, Civil Engineering, or related field preferred

Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive base salary
• Performance based bonus
• Vehicle allowance
• Full benefits package
• Hybrid flexibility with two days per week work from home
• Half day Fridays