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Store Manager

Location：Westfield Garden Plaza，New jersey

Role Description

This is a full-time on-site role located in New jersey for a Store Manager. The Store Manager will be responsible for overseeing daily operations in the store, driving sales performance, and maintaining high standards of customer service. The role includes managing staff schedules, training team members, monitoring inventory levels, implementing retail strategies, and ensuring compliance with company policies and procedures. The Store Manager will also address customer concerns and ensure overall customer satisfaction.

Qualifications

Strong skills in Customer Service and a proven ability to achieve high levels of Customer Satisfaction

Experience in Store Management or similar roles, including overseeing daily operations and team leadership

Proficiency in Communication, including interpersonal and problem-solving abilities

Knowledge of Retail Loss Prevention strategies and practices

Previous experience in luxury retail is a plus

Strong organizational skills and attention to detail

Organization History & Mission

MinKwon Center for Community Action was established in 1984 to meet the needs and concerns of the Korean American community. Since our founding, we have made a profound presence through various grassroots organizing, education, and advocacy initiatives that address important community issues, including immigration policies at the national, state and city levels, voter rights, and cultural awareness. MinKwon Center places a special emphasis on meeting the needs of our marginalized community members, including youth, elderly, recent immigrants, low-income residents, and limited-English-proficient residents.

JOB DESCRIPTION

We are seeking a dedicated and talented individual to serve as a Civic Engagement Associate. The Civic Engagement Associate will work to empower the Korean and wider Asian American community in Northern New Jersey through voter engagement, organizing, education and advocacy around voting and immigrant rights.

Essential duties and responsibilities include the following:

• Plan and execute educational workshops and community outreach events.
• Help coordinate voter outreach and educational activities, including developing bilingual educational materials, door-to-door canvassing, and executing voter registration and engagement efforts.
• Build relationships with other organizations and coalitions and coordinate Citywide and Statewide immigration advocacy for community members.
• Research and maintain up to date information on key community issues and immigration policies.
• Input and maintain data on organizing and civic engagement activities in MinKwon database.
• Represent MinKwon in coalition spaces and in meetings with other external partners such as government agencies, elected officials, and funders.
• Work closely with communications staff to plan media activities that raise awareness of our campaigns and activities through mainstream and ethnic press, and to develop external communications materials such as factsheets and pamphlets.
• Support the development staff with timely reports, data, and other grant management needs related to the activities of the New Jersey site.
• Support the work of the other New Jersey programs as needed.
• Participate in organization-wide events, campaigns, and initiatives as appropriate.

QUALIFICATIONS

The minimum required qualifications for this position include the following:

• Experience in grassroots community organizing and/or community outreach.
• Spoken and written fluency in Korean.
• Flexibility in working evenings, weekends, and outside normal office hours.
• Excellent communication skills (written and verbal) with an openness to public speaking.
• Experience working with diverse communities of color and in particular with the AAPI community.
• Knowledge, interest, and commitment towards concepts and issues of social, political, and economic justice and positive social change in the U.S., especially in the context of Korean American, APA, and/or immigrant communities.
• Ability to work well independently, in teams, and in collaboration with outside organizations.

The ideal candidate will also have the following preferred qualifications:

• Experience in facilitating meetings with large and small groups.
• Ability to be highly organized, meet deadlines, take initiative on projects with minimal supervision and a sense of ownership, and follow up on communications in a consistent and punctual manner.
• Proficiency in using Google Suite, Microsoft Office, and social media.
• Experience with voter registration, phone banking, and/or canvassing preferred.

HOW TO APPLY

Please submit a detailed cover letter and resume to

Please write 'Civic Engagement Associate' in the email subject line, and please specify in your email how you found out about this position (website, LinkedIn, Indeed, Facebook, etc.). Screening of complete applications will begin immediately and continue on a rolling basis until the position is filled and this posting is removed. Due to the high volume of applications, MinKwon Center will only contact applicants who have been selected for an interview. No phone calls, please.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

MinKwon Center for Community Action welcomes people of all races, ethnicities, cultures, backgrounds, and experiences to consider working with us. We encourage Black, Indigenous, and other people of color, immigrants, women and gender nonbinary people, LGBTQ people, and people with disabilities to apply.

MinKwon Center for Community Action does not discriminate against current or prospective employees based on race, color, religious creed, national origin, ancestry, sex, gender identity, age, marital status, family or dependent status, criminal record, disability, mental illness, sexual orientation, genetics, active military, credit score and history, or any other protected class in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.

Transportation Pricing & Operations Manager:

The Transportation Pricing Manager is responsible for developing competitive pricing strategies across multiple transportation modes and delivering accurate quotations and cost analyses. The role drives company profitability through pricing optimization, cost control, and data‑driven decision support.

1. Transportation Pricing & Cost Management

• Develop and manage competitive pricing strategies for Air, TL, LTL, PTL, Ocean, and Rail transportation.
• Negotiate contract rates with carriers, airlines, co‑loaders, and logistics partners.
• Prepare accurate rate quotations, RFQs, and cost analyses for internal and external stakeholders.
• Monitor key cost KPIs such as cost per shipment, cost per cubic foot, productivity, and labor‑related transportation expenses.
• Identify cost‑saving opportunities through financial impact analysis and time studies.
• Maintain and update pricing databases, rate sheets, and reporting dashboards.

2. Market & Financial Analysis

• Analyze market rate trends, transportation industry patterns, and competitive benchmarks.
• Provide financial insights that support pricing decisions and strategic planning.

3. Cross‑Functional Collaboration

• Partner with Sales, Operations, Procurement, and Planning to optimize pricing and improve service levels.
• Support carrier onboarding processes and pricing‑related training for internal teams.

Qualifications

Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s or Associate degree preferred.
• 4+ years of experience in transportation pricing, freight forwarding, logistics, or supply chain operations.
• Strong understanding of domestic and international transportation pricing structures.

Technical Skills

• Advanced MS Excel skills (data analysis, forecasting, reporting).
• Experience with TMS, WMS, ERP, and visibility platforms.
• Experience with Tableau or BI tools preferred.

Core Competencies

• Strong analytical and problem‑solving abilities.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and cross‑functional collaboration skills.
• High attention to detail and organizational skills.

This position is not eligible for employer-sponsored work authorization now or in the future. Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States without employer sponsorship.

About Kinetic Brands

Unconventional brands for unconventional people.

Kinetic is a full-stack brand operator managing a portfolio of digital brands. The brands we operate are the opposite of basic. Each brand has a distinct identity, memorable product, and cult following. Through our full-stack infrastructure (meaning we manage everything in-house–including fulfillment, supply chain, R&D, marketing, and development), we create bespoke products that stand out even in the most crowded of industries.

About the Role

We are looking for a dynamic Chief of Staff to support the Chief Operating Officer and President. This is an exciting opportunity to partner with the executive team in overseeing a complex, multi-brand organization. The ideal candidate’s intellectual curiosity will drive them to holistically understand the business while their extreme ownership will result in them approaching business decisions and deliverables with the highest degree of thoughtfulness.

You will

• Partner with leadership to frame decisions, evaluate tradeoffs, and optimize outcomes across brand, product, operations, and finance. Recommend courses of action after acquiring data and conducting research.
• Identify issues before they become fires; extinguish the ones that already are by coordinating various teams to singular outcomes.
• Partner with executives to identify, coach, and develop high-potential directors, strengthening leadership capability, addressing gaps head-on, and accelerating readiness for expanded responsibility.
• Break down silos by strengthening cross-functional communication, clarifying ownership, and improving how work moves across the organization.
• Organize and manage cross-functional projects and key initiatives, establishing clear goals, timelines, and ownership.
• Synthesize complex information into clear insights, recommendations, and next steps.
• Learn and understand processes and systems, identifying opportunities for improvement
• Ensure meetings are well-structured, decisions are documented, and follow-through is clear. Document key decisions, assumptions, and tradeoffs to support learning over time.
• Take ownership of special initiatives that cut across teams or require senior-level attention. Step in as a problem-solver when something important is stuck or unclear.

You have

• A holistic understanding of business operations and financials; experience in small organizations, DTC, consumer goods, manufacturing, or a related environment preferred.
• Demonstrated ability to balance multiple factors and perspectives to support high-quality decision-making.
• The capacity for exceptional discretion and judgment when handling sensitive leadership, personnel, and strategic issues.
• The curiosity to go wide and deep. Gathering knowledge and insights from throughout the organization, across all departments.
• A track record of developing cross-functional relationships by demonstrating competence, trustworthiness, humility, and willingness to learn.
• Experience managing/organizing projects and tracking/reporting on progress of key initiatives.
• Interest in brand marketing and consumer goods; experience or enthusiasm for cosmetics is a plus.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to distill complexity into clarity.
• A business degree in finance, operations, law, or management; MBA a plus
• Nice to have: experience founding or leading a startup or small company, with firsthand exposure to ambiguity, resource constraints, and rapid decision-making

Perks

• Healthcare You Can Count On – Competitive medical, dental, and vision plans to keep you covered when it matters most.
• Unlimited PTO – Take the time you need—we trust you (plus, we require a minimum!).
• Paid Parental Leave – 12 weeks paid + 4 weeks eased return to work. Family first!
• 401k Match – We match 4% to help grow your future.
• Monthly Home Office Stipend – We cover part of your phone or internet bill.
• Employee Discounts – Big savings on our products, just for you!

Work environment

• Hybrid - This role is required to be onsite at our Passaic, NJ warehouse 2-4 days a week and at our Jersey City, NJ office 1-2 days a week.

Kinetic Brands is an equal opportunity employer — we believe being successful is directly tied to creating a collaborative, diverse, and inclusive environment.

Role Overview

We are seeking a highly skilled and proactive Environment, Health, & Safety (EHS) Manager to lead safety initiatives and ensure compliance with OSHA, EPA, and NFPA regulations across our warehouse operations. This role is critical in developing and implementing EHS programs, conducting audits, managing risk assessments, and fostering a strong safety culture within the organization.

The ideal candidate will have 5+ years of EHS experience in warehouse operations, with a deep understanding of workplace safety practices, regulatory compliance, and incident investigation. Strong leadership, reporting, and communication skills are essential to drive continuous improvement in safety standards and operational excellence.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide EHS support to ensure a safe and quality working environment in compliance with government regulations and company procedures together with warehouse fire regulations.
• Assist with the completion of various EHS related projects/tasks.
• Process Safety Engineer with expertise in hazardous materials handling, risk mitigation, and regulatory compliance.
• Develop and implement various NA EHS written programs, procedures, and work instructions.
• Assist in ergonomic assessments and improvements.
• Conduct regulatory safety audits utilizing the iAuditor tool.
• Review, develop and implement specific EHS training programs.
• Assist with coordination and implementation of EHS related training.
• Audit all WH operational training program and report monthly (including EHS related and WH operation – MHE, Handling, etc.)
• Investigate accidents and incidents.
• Create, maintain, and oversee the compliance calendar for all regulatory requirements.
• Conduct risk assessments, job safety analysis, and other evaluations as necessary.
• Maintain training records and OSHA logs and prepare periodic reports for review.
• Identify and take corrective action against activities that pose potential threats to workers’ health or safety, which may include recommending organizational measures to protect workers’ safety through revised methods, processes, or materials; inspecting workplace environments, equipment, and/or practices to ensure compliance with standards and regulations; and investigating and/or identifying causes regarding filed incidents.
• Help design and implement the EHS programs and culture throughout LX Pantos’ warehouse operation for its clients, including LG Electronics.
• Administration work for safety part/team for Approval process and payment.

Qualifications:

• Minimum of 3 years of experience specifically in an EHS manager position with over 5 years of overall experience of EHS in warehouse operation.
• Bachelor’s degree in occupational safety (OSHA), Fire Protection Engineering (NFPA), or a related field.
• Environment, Health, & Safety related major is preferred.
• Bilingual in English and Korean (preferred).
• Ability to give and make reports (required).
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Teams).
• In-depth understanding of safe workplace practices and programs.
• Familiarity with OSHA and EPA regulations and other applicable EHS laws and guidelines.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Ability to multi-task.
• Will be required to stand, sit, and walk for long periods of time (e.g., facility audit may require several hours of walking).
• Business travel may be necessary.
• Preferred experience with ISO 45001.

This position is not eligible for employer-sponsored work authorization now or in the future. Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States without employer sponsorship.

Summary

We are seeking a highly skilled Data Engineer to build and manage our data infrastructure. The ideal candidate will be an expert in writing complex SQL queries, designing efficient database schemas, and developing ETL/ELT pipelines. You will ensure data is accurate, accessible, and optimized for performance to support business intelligence, analytics, and reporting needs.

Key Responsibilities

• Database Design & Management: Design, develop, and maintain relational databases (e.g. SQL Server, ProgressSQL, Oracle) and cloud-based data warehouses.
• Strategic SQL and Data Engineering: Develop sophisticated, optimized SQL queries, stored procedures, and functions to process and analyze large, complex datasets for actionable business insights.
• Data Pipeline Automation & Orchestration:Help build, automate, and orchestrate ETL/ELT workflows utilizing SQL, Python, and cloud-native tools to integrate and transform data from diverse, distributed sources.
• Performance Optimization: Tune queries and optimize database schema (indexing, partitioning, normalization) to improve data retrieval and processing speeds.
• Data Integrity & Security: Ensure data quality, consistency, and integrity across systems. Implement data masking, encryption, and role-based access control (RBAC).
• Documentation: Maintain technical documentation for database schemas, data dictionaries, and ETL workflows.

Required Skills and Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Systems, or a related field.
• SQL Mastery: 5+ years of experience with advanced SQL (window functions, CTEs, query optimization).
• Database Expertise: Deep understanding of relational database management systems (RDBMS) and data modeling techniques.
• Cloud Platforms: Demonstrated experience with Azure Data Services and other data warehouse technologies.
• Programming: Proficiency in Python for scripting and data manipulation.
• ETL Tools: Familiarity with tools like SSIS or Azure Data Factory.
• Soft Skills: Strong analytical thinking, problem-solving, and communication skills.

Nice to Have

• Experience with NoSQL databases (Cosmos DB, MongoDB).
• Experience with big data frameworks (Apache Spark, Kafka).
• Relevant certifications (e.g., Microsoft Certified: Azure Data Engineer Associate, Google Professional Data Engineer).

Typical Work Environment

• Tools Used: SQL IDEs (DBeaver, SSMS), Cloud Consoles, Git, Jira, SSIS.
• Industry: Leasing.

Salary is $130-$140k

Buyer / Purchasing Manager – Manufacturer Sourcing

About the Role

We are seeking a Buyer / Purchasing Manager to lead sourcing and purchasing directly from manufacturers and production suppliers. This individual will play a key role in building supplier partnerships, negotiating pricing and terms, and ensuring reliable product availability to support company growth.

This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment and has strong experience working directly with manufacturers, managing supplier relationships, and negotiating cost-effective purchasing agreements.

What You’ll Do

• Source products and materials directly from manufacturers and production partners
• Identify, evaluate, and onboard new manufacturing suppliers
• Negotiate pricing, minimum order quantities (MOQs), payment terms, and supply agreements
• Manage the full purchasing cycle including RFQs, purchase orders, order tracking, and delivery coordination
• Build and maintain strong relationships with manufacturers and key vendors
• Monitor inventory levels and forecast purchasing needs to maintain optimal stock
• Partner with operations, logistics, and sales teams to ensure consistent product availability
• Analyze supplier pricing and market trends to identify cost savings opportunities
• Evaluate supplier performance related to quality, reliability, pricing, and delivery timelines
• Resolve supply chain issues including delays, shortages, or quality concerns

Qualifications

• 3–8+ years of purchasing, procurement, or sourcing experience
• Proven experience working directly with manufacturers or production suppliers
• Strong negotiation and vendor management skills
• Experience managing RFQs, purchase orders, and supplier contracts
• Strong analytical and organizational skills
• Proficiency in Excel and ERP / purchasing systems
• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain, Procurement, or related field preferred

Preferred Experience

• Experience sourcing from domestic and/or international manufacturers
• Background in wholesale, distribution, manufacturing, or product-based companies
• Familiarity with importing, logistics, and supply chain coordination

Why Join Us

• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Opportunity to build and manage strategic supplier relationships
• Collaborative and growing organization with strong career development opportunities

Buyer

Clifton, NJ

$60,000 to $70,000 + Performance based bonus

Overview

We are seeking a detail-oriented Buyer to support purchasing operations and supplier management by sourcing products directly from manufacturers and production suppliers. This role will work closely with the Purchasing Manager to ensure reliable product availability, competitive pricing, and efficient purchasing processes.

The ideal candidate has experience in procurement, vendor coordination, and managing purchase orders, and enjoys working in a fast-paced environment where organization and communication are key.

What You’ll Do

• Source products and materials from manufacturers and approved suppliers
• Prepare and manage purchase orders, ensuring accuracy and timely processing
• Communicate with manufacturers and vendors regarding pricing, lead times, and order status
• Track orders and shipments to ensure on-time delivery
• Maintain supplier records, pricing updates, and purchasing documentation
• Monitor inventory levels and assist with replenishment planning
• Support the Purchasing Manager in supplier sourcing and price negotiations
• Assist in obtaining RFQs (Requests for Quotes) from manufacturers and suppliers
• Coordinate with operations and logistics teams to resolve supply or delivery issues
• Analyze purchasing data to help identify cost savings opportunities

Qualifications

• 2–5+ years of purchasing, procurement, or buying experience
• Experience working with manufacturers, suppliers, or distributors
• Strong organizational and communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple purchase orders and supplier relationships simultaneously
• Proficiency in Excel and ERP / purchasing systems
• Strong attention to detail and problem-solving skills
• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain, or related field preferred

Preferred Experience

• Experience purchasing directly from manufacturers or production suppliers
• Background in wholesale, distribution, manufacturing, or product-based companies
• Familiarity with inventory management and supply chain coordination

Why Join Us

• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Opportunity to grow within a purchasing and supply chain team
• Collaborative and fast-paced work environment
• Clear career path into senior purchasing or sourcing roles

The Food Scientist II reports directly to the Research & Technical Development Lead and plays a critical role in advancing technical platforms, ingredient research, and process feasibility for snack and confectionery products. This role is responsible for developing scalable scientific solutions that support the company’s innovation pipeline. The position focuses on early-stage formulation science, functionality modeling, and technical risk mitigation prior to commercialization handoff.

The Food Scientist operates within the Technical & Research Team and collaborates closely with the Product Development & Commercialization Team during scale-up and launch readiness phases.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Technical Platform Development

· Support the Research & Technical Development Lead in building and optimizing core technology platforms (e.g., probiotic systems, fiber enriched system, sugar reduction system, hydrocolloid systems, protein enhanced system).

· Conduct ingredient functionality studies to understand structure-function relationships.

· Develop reusable technical frameworks that enable multiple pipeline products.

2. Advanced Formulation Science

· Design and optimize complex formulations for snack and confectionery applications.

· Investigate texture stability, moisture migration, hydrolysis risks, glass transition behavior, and shelf-life quality indicator.

· Conduct structured root cause analysis for technical performance issues.

· Translate scientific findings into scalable formulation strategies.

3. Process Feasibility & Risk Mitigation

· Evaluate processing parameters (e.g., heating time, vacuum, Brix, pH, Aw) to ensure technical robustness.

· Identify potential scalability constraints early in development.

· Support pilot-scale validation and collaborate with commercialization teams as needed.

4. Stability Prediction

· Design preliminary accelerated and real-time stability studies.

· Establish quality benchmarks for texture, moisture, color, and API ingredients.

5. Cross-Functional Collaboration

· Partner with Product Development during transition from research to commercialization.

· Provide technical input to embedded analytical and compliance resources.

· Support supplier technical assessments and ingredient validation.

6. Documentation & Technical Governance

· Maintain accurate and complete formulation documentation in designated systems.

· Develop detailed technical reports and risk assessments for internal review.

Qualifications:

· Master’s degree in Food Science, Food Engineering, Chemistry, or related field.

· 2–4+ years of experience in snack and/or confectionery and/or gummy and/or bars of R&D.

· Strong knowledge of hydrocolloids, fiber systems, sugar reduction systems, and moisture control mechanisms.

Product Designer

Optomi, in partnership with a leading media organization, is looking for a Product Designer, OTT. The Product Designer, OTT will play a critical role in shaping how audiences experience live and on-demand content across connected-TV platforms. This role focuses on designing intuitive, media-rich experiences optimized for the television screen — helping viewers navigate content, engage with live news, and access video seamlessly major OTT surfaces. The ideal candidate combines strong product thinking with a deep understanding of 10-foot UI design, lean-back viewing behavior, and the constraints of building across multiple connected-TV platforms.

What the right candidate will enjoy:

• Designing innovative OTT experiences for major connected-TV platforms
• Collaborating with cross-functional teams in a fast-paced media environment
• Contributing to scalable design systems

What type of experience does the right candidate have:

• 2–4+ years of experience in product design, UX/UI design, or interaction design
• Strong portfolio demonstrating dual screen interaction and 10-foot UI design
• Experience designing consumer-facing products across multiple platforms

What the responsibilities are of the right candidate:

• Design intuitive, platform-appropriate OTT experiences
• Own and evolve core OTT surfaces including home screens and video players
• Translate editorial priorities into visually compelling interfaces
• Collaborate with product and engineering to define interaction patterns and release requirements
• Leverage user research to continuously improve usability and engagement