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At TJX Companies, every day brings new opportunities for growth, exploration, and achievement. You’ll be part of our vibrant team that embraces diversity, fosters collaboration, and prioritizes your development. Whether you’re working in our four global Home Offices, Distribution Centers or Retail Stores—TJ Maxx, Marshalls, Homegoods, Homesense, Sierra, Winners, and TK Maxx, you’ll find abundant opportunities to learn, thrive, and make an impact. Come join our TJX family—a Fortune 100 company and the world’s leading off-price retailer.

Job Description:

What You'll Do

The AVPD Global Talent Management is responsible for the talent Roll-Up process with the CEO, Succession Planning and Board Reporting. Works in partnership with the CHRO and HR SVPs to provide HRSLT meeting management and facilitation support, ensuring the meeting approach set forth by the TJX CHRO is operationalized. Partners across GTM with fellow AVPs to inform GTM talent strategies and Associate engagement and development, while keeping the primary focus on the data that informs executive talent pipeline globally and executive succession planning.

Major Areas of Responsibility

• Leads, develops and maintains programmatic Executive Development and Executive Education to ensure the highest quality of development solutions designed to help executives be successful in their roles. Ensuring HRBPs/Talent Leads have the fluency, consistency and equal access to effectively support executive development.
• Provides support for the global succession planning process – inclusive of data validation and insights, facilitates and manages the divisional roll-ups to CEO to ensure alignment with expectations, is accountable for talent data and status of key position back-ups reported to the Board of Directors.
• Provides meeting management support to the CHRO for HRSLT meetings, inclusive of agenda design and meeting facilitation.
• Supports the strategy for HR succession and development strategy including ensuring TJX has an HR pipeline for now and for the future.
• Plays critical, active role on Global Talent Management leadership team; mentor, coach and support the development of the ED team / GTM Associates.

What You'll Bring

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience
• 8+ years leading in a Human Resources Role
• 5+ years Executive/Leadership Experience
• 3+ years leading projects or teams and developing others
• Demonstrated ability to build and maintain strong, collaborative business relationships and positively influence at all levels
• Strong business acumen, fully understands the simplicity and complexity of the TJX business model
• Experience with confidential data management
• Proficiency in data analytics
• Excellent consultant and coaching skills
• Strong communication and presentation skills (both oral and written); experience leveraging data and metrics to tell the story
• Experience in meeting design and expertise in meeting facilitation
• Highly developed leadership and management acumen and skills
• Strategic thinker with developed skill in identifying trends, themes, and skill gaps across multiple functions; ability to diagnose and propose solutions
• Curiosity; big picture and broad thinker; both critical and creative thinker and problem solver
• Highly motivated, adept at managing multiple priorities

Benefits include Associate discount; 401(k) match; medical/dental/vision; HSA; health care FSA; life insurance; short/long-term disability; paid holidays/vacation /sick/bereavement/parental leave; EAP; incentive programs for management; auto/home insurance discounts; tuition reimbursement; scholarship program; adoption/surrogacy assistance; smoking cessation; child care/cell phone discounts; pet/legal insurance; credit union; referral bonuses. All benefits are subject to applicable plan or program terms (including eligibility terms) and may change from time to time. Contact your TJX representative for more information.

In addition to our open door policy and supportive work environment, we also strive to provide a competitive salary and benefits package. TJX considers all applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, gender identity and expression, marital or military status, or based on any individual's status in any group or class protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. TJX also provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act and applicable state and local law.

The Global Account Manager is responsible for developing and maintaining key customer accounts, working both independently and in collaboration with an account team. This role has both strategic and tactical responsibilities. The Global Account Manager ensures that Cohu is positioned for long‑term success with assigned customers by aligning internal resources and coordinating operational execution to meet or exceed customer requirements and expectations.

Essential Functions / Major Responsibilities

• Maintain overall responsibility for managing Cohu’s business and relationships with assigned customer accounts. Collaborate with global cross‑functional teams (Engineering, Manufacturing, Service, Sales, Finance, Operations) to communicate customer expectations and ensure Cohu is meeting bookings targets and achieving desired market share.

• Serve as the primary internal and external contact for customer issues. Lead meetings to define and present technical information and drive delivery schedule communications.

• Schedule and coordinate regular product reviews, management reviews, technology roadmap discussions, and other meetings to understand customer requirements, identify growth opportunities, and influence future business.

• Communicate regularly with customers as their primary point of escalation and incident management. Own customer issues, ensure timely resolution, and escalate to senior management when necessary.

• Build and cultivate strong relationships across multiple levels within customer organizations to achieve strategic selling objectives by influencing key stakeholders.

• Maintain visibility into customer operations and plans. Identify and address potential gaps in Cohu’s performance before they escalate. Monitor and communicate customer strategy shifts that may impact Cohu’s business.

• Create and deliver technical presentations as needed.

• Prepare and distribute regular reports documenting account activities, key events, status updates, and action items.

• Take ownership of customer satisfaction scorecards; address issues with urgency to maintain a high level of customer satisfaction.

• Prepare timely responses to RFQs and RFIs.

• Lead contract negotiations, collaborating with internal stakeholders to define negotiation strategies and achieve optimal results.

• Provide leadership in setting work priorities and schedules across the organization to support customer needs.

• Identify, define, and develop new business opportunities.

• Prepare accurate and timely forecasts.

• Coordinate and host customer meetings and conference calls. Lead or participate in Equipment User Group meetings as appropriate.

Qualifications

Education

• Bachelor’s degree, preferably in Engineering with emphasis in Mechanical, Electrical, or Mechatronics.

Experience

• Minimum of 5 years in the semiconductor equipment industry or related business, serving in a sales, service, or marketing capacity as a supplier or user of back‑end equipment.

• Experience working with customers manufacturing AI-, ML-, or HPC‑class semiconductor devices—such as Nvidia, Google, Microsoft, Apple, OpenAI (ChatGPT), or similar advanced computing chipmakers

Skills / Technical Requirements

• Ability to function successfully in a dynamic, high‑pressure environment while remaining calm, confident, and solutions‑focused.

• Strong interpersonal, communication (written and verbal), and negotiation skills.

• Demonstrated ability to apply situational leadership and collaborate effectively with all levels of internal and external stakeholders.

• Strong organizational and problem‑solving skills.

• Ability to maintain a sense of urgency and motivate cross‑functional teams to achieve objectives.

• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel and PowerPoint.

Job Conditions / Physical Demands

• Work is primarily performed in a typical office environment but includes regular time at customer sites and on factory floors.

• Domestic and international travel is required.

Protective Equipment

• Required in designated areas.

With more than 3000 employees worldwide, we offer challenging and rewarding work experiences, generous employee benefits and a strong company culture. If you are looking for a global publicly traded company that provides you with international experience and a challenging work environment, then Cohu is your choice.

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Cohu firmly supports the U.S. national and various state and local policies of equal employment opportunity which are designed to provide equality of employment and advancement opportunities to every individual without regard to unlawful considerations of race, color, religion, national origin, citizenship status, ancestry, gender, gender identity or gender expression, age, marital status, sexual orientation, disability, medical conditions, pregnancy, genetic information, military or veteran status or any other legally protected category.

In addition, reasonable accommodations are available to qualified disabled individuals, upon request.

Globally, Cohu is committed to full compliance with all applicable laws and regulations governing employment, in the U.S. and in all other locations around the world where we have operations.

At Sonos we want to create the ultimate listening experience for our customers and know that it starts by listening to each other. As part of the Sonos team, you'll collaborate with people of all styles, skill sets, and backgrounds to realize our vision while fostering a community where everyone feels included and empowered to do the best work of their lives.

This role is a hybrid position.
Some roles require an office while others may be done remotely. This position is considered hybrid, allowing for a combination of remote work and in-office collaboration. Qualified applicants must live within commuting distance of our Boston, Seattle or Goleta office locations.

What You'll Do

• Manage supplier relationships and commercial activities such as business and technology reviews, RFQs, and roadmap/strategy discussions.

• Craft comprehensive commodity and business strategies aimed at maximizing efficiency and driving down costs through strategic initiatives,

• Lead executive business reviews with internal/ external stakeholders.

• Establish commodity strategic direction by working with our technical teams, understanding the technical and the necessary business requirements that allow for a competitive advantage and position us for profitable growth. This requires a deep understanding of the supply base, technical needs and cost structures.

• Build robust supply chains based on product requirements and needs at the most basic levels of our supply chain to ensure that we have a complete and thorough understanding of the Sonos supply chain.

• Ensure continuity of supply. Set up long-term/ short-term capacity planning with supplier, partner with Operations and Material teams to schedule supply to meet Sonos's component demand.

• Collaborate with Product design and Engineering teams to review initial specifications of the parts/modules recommend sources to influence technical decisions in early phase of the program.

• Be able to manage multiple projects in parallel.

• Evaluate technical and business risks, analyze based on the data and create mitigation plans/alternatives.

• Need to support management of development builds, materials, and any risk to execute successful ramp in NPI stage.

What You'll Need

Basic Qualifications:

• BS degree with strong technical acumen and business understanding.

• 8+ years work experience in sourcing related field.

• Ability to toggle between strategic and detail oriented thinking.

• Top-notch negotiation skills.

• Ability to influence cross functional teams.

• Demonstrated ability to apply analytical techniques to problem solving.

• Strategic thinker and result oriented.

• Natural leadership competencies; influences others through style and subject matter expertise.

• An ability to balance business and technical objectives in decision making.

• Excellent communication/presentation skills.

• Ability to effectively work in multicultural global business environment.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor degrees or Master degree in electrical engineering preferred.

• Travel within US as well as internationally up to 15% of the time.

• Experience in consumer electronics industry.

• Established relationships with suppliers and supply chains.

• General understanding of semiconductor supply chains, manufacturing processes, and silicon platform development.

• Experience in systems - Arena, Microstrategy, Tableau, SAP.

• Hands-on experience in any of the following: Electrical Engineering, Semiconductor markets, Pricing strategy for electrical parts.

Research shows that some candidates may not apply for roles if they don't meet all the criteria. If you don't have 100% of the skills listed, we strongly encourage you to apply if interested.

Visa Sponsorship :Sonos is unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa for this role at this time. We ask that applicants be authorized to work for any US employer, both now and in the future.

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Your profile will be reviewed and you'll hear from us once we have an update. At Sonos we take the time to hire right and appreciate your patience.

The base pay range for this role based off geographic location is:

The specific pay offered will depend on the candidate's geographic location, as well as qualifications and experience. We apply geographic pay differentials based on the cost of labor in the market. Employees in high-cost locations may be compensated at the upper end of the range, while those in medium or low cost markets may be compensated at the lower end of the range. Your recruiter can provide more details about the specific salary range for your location during the hiring process.

Please note that compensation details listed in US job postings reflect the base salary only, and do not include bonus, equity, or benefits.

We also offer a comprehensive benefits program with choice and flexibility in mind to help support the health, wealth, and overall well-being of our employees. Regular full time employees in the US are eligible for benefits on day one, including:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

• A 401(k) plan with company matching and immediate vesting

• An Open Time Off policy (OTO) so you have maximum opportunity to disconnect and recharge, with no tenure-based vacation accruals required

• 80 hours of sick time upon hire, refreshed annually

• Up to 12 paid holidays per calendar year

• Sonos offers a generous paid leave program for new parents or to care for a family member with a serious health condition, as well as short- and long-term disability for your own medical condition

• Company-paid Disability, Life, and AD&D Insurance

• Voluntary benefits, including Voluntary Life, AD&D, Accident, and Pet Insurance

• Mental health benefits to support your holistic well-being

• A generous employee discount program & Sonos Radio HD - on us!

Note: No amount of pay is considered to be wages or compensation until such amount is earned, vested, and determinable. The amount and availability of any bonus, benefits, or any other form of compensation and benefits that are allocable to a particular employee remains in the Company's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified at the Company's sole discretion, consistent with the law.

Notice to U.S. Job Applicants: Sonos is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.

Sonos is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment process, please send an e-mail to and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.

At Sonos we want to create the ultimate listening experience for our customers and know that it starts by listening to each other. As part of the Sonos team, you'll collaborate with people of all styles, skill sets, and backgrounds to realize our vision while fostering a community where everyone feels included and empowered to do the best work of their lives.

This role can be done from home

Building the world's leading sound experience starts with the experience we provide for our people. That's why we've been distributed from the start: initially between offices in Boston & Santa Barbara, and now with additional offices around the globe. This role can be done from any of our offices across the United States remotely from home. It's about impact, not location.

We're looking for a Digital Designer, Global Ecommerce to join the Brand Creative team and help elevate how Sonos shows up across our most important digital touchpoint: .

In this role, you'll bring together art direction, UX craft, and customer-centered design to create digital experiences that are both beautifully branded and highly functional. You will sit within Brand Creative, partnering daily with the Ecommerce Product team through a dotted-line relationship. Together, you'll help shape the future of our digital ecosystem-improving product discovery, refining customer journeys, and creating a cohesive, premium experience across every inch of the site.

This role is ideal for someone who thrives at the intersection of brand expression, interaction design, and performance-driven thinking. You'll work across product launches, evergreen flows, and ongoing optimization work, ensuring that our digital experiences feel unmistakably Sonos while driving meaningful impact for customers and the business.

• Create intuitive, elegant, and conversion-minded UX/UI solutions that elevate storytelling and improve the full customer journey-from discovery through checkout.

• Design best-in-class mobile and responsive experiences aligned to Sonos' premium brand standards

• Partner closely with Brand Creative, Campaign Management, and Ecommerce to bring new product launches and editorial moments to life on .

• Translate creative concepts into UX/UI that feels cohesive, thoughtful, and deeply branded

• Work hand-in-hand with Brand Creative art directors, copywriters, and designers.

• Collaborate with Product Managers, Site Production, and Web Tech to ensure designs are feasible, scalable, and delivered with clarity

• Build wireframes, interactive prototypes, design systems components, and annotated flows that clearly articulate design intent.

• Present work at various stages-from concept to pixel-perfect design-with clarity and strategic reasoning

• Conduct or partner on usability testing and user research to inform design iterations.

• Use qualitative insights, analytics, and experimentation results to refine the experience

• Design for A/B tests and contribute to ongoing conversion rate optimization using tools like GA4, Content Square, Optimizely, and Tableau.

• Bring an iterative mindset to shipping, learning, and improving

• Apply working knowledge of front-end development, React-based frameworks, and ecommerce patterns to create designs that are realistic, efficient, and scalable.

• Ensure accessibility, performance, and localization best practices are considered at every stage.
  

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in design, HCI, or related field (or equivalent experience).

• 5+ years of UX/UI design experience for ecommerce or digital products.

• Strong portfolio demonstrating responsive design, user-centered thinking, and systems-level design.

• Proficiency in Figma and standard design/prototyping tools.

• Experience optimizing images, video, and digital assets for web performance.

• Hands-on experience with usability testing, heuristic evaluation, and iterative refinement.

• Familiarity with ADA/WCAG 2.0 AA accessibility standards and experience advocating for accessible design.
  

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience designing for ecommerce funnels, product pages, or conversion-focused flows.

• Familiarity with headless CMS tools (e.g., Sanity, Contentful) and agile workflows.

• Working knowledge of front-end frameworks, especially React.

• Strong communication skills with the ability to work effectively with creative, technical, and non-technical teams.

Research shows that some candidates may not apply for roles if they don't meet all the criteria. If you don't have 100% of the skills listed, we strongly encourage you to apply if interested.

Visa Sponsorship: Sonos is unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa for this role at this time. We ask that applicants be authorized to work for any US employer, both now and in the future.

#LI-Remote

Your profile will be reviewed and you'll hear from us once we have an update. At Sonos we take the time to hire right and appreciate your patience.

The base pay range for this role based off geographic location is:

The specific pay offered will depend on the candidate's geographic location, as well as qualifications and experience. We apply geographic pay differentials based on the cost of labor in the market. Employees in high-cost locations may be compensated at the upper end of the range, while those in medium or low cost markets may be compensated at the lower end of the range. Your recruiter can provide more details about the specific salary range for your location during the hiring process.

Please note that compensation details listed in US job postings reflect the base salary only, and do not include bonus, equity, or benefits.

We also offer a comprehensive benefits program with choice and flexibility in mind to help support the health, wealth, and overall well-being of our employees. Regular full time employees in the US are eligible for benefits on day one, including:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

• A 401(k) plan with company matching and immediate vesting

• An Open Time Off policy (OTO) so you have maximum opportunity to disconnect and recharge, with no tenure-based vacation accruals required

• 80 hours of sick time upon hire, refreshed annually

• Up to 12 paid holidays per calendar year

• Sonos offers a generous paid leave program for new parents or to care for a family member with a serious health condition, as well as short- and long-term disability for your own medical condition

• Company-paid Disability, Life, and AD&D Insurance

• Voluntary benefits, including Voluntary Life, AD&D, Accident, and Pet Insurance

• Mental health benefits to support your holistic well-being

• A generous employee discount program & Sonos Radio HD - on us!

Note: No amount of pay is considered to be wages or compensation until such amount is earned, vested, and determinable. The amount and availability of any bonus, benefits, or any other form of compensation and benefits that are allocable to a particular employee remains in the Company's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified at the Company's sole discretion, consistent with the law.

Notice to U.S. Job Applicants: Sonos is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.

Sonos is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment process, please send an e-mail to and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.

The Global Performance Marketing Manager will support the definition and evolution of the company’s global performance marketing vision, ensuring lower-funnel marketing activity drives measurable business impact while reinforcing brand elevation.

Positioned within the Global Omni Digital Client team, this role acts as a strategic connector across global and regional teams, bringing consistency, insight, and performance rigor to paid search, paid social, and conversion-driven channels worldwide.

The role operates as a global center of expertise — translating regional performance into a cohesive global perspective, enabling informed investment decisions, and ensuring performance marketing contributes to a seamless client journey across markets.

Global Performance Marketing Stewardship

Develop and manage the global performance marketing strategy for lower-funnel channels; partner with Global Media to define a cohesive transversal framework — including global guidelines, testing frameworks, and measurement plans — enabling regional execution aligned with global business objectives.

Define and monitor global performance KPIs and benchmarks

Consolidate regional results into clear global performance narratives

Drive continuous optimization through insight-led recommendations

Cross-Functional Partnership & Collaboration

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• Partner with Global Media, Brand Marketing, and Growth teams to align upper- and lower-funnel strategies.
  
• Act as a strategic partner to regional marketing teams, enabling performance excellence across markets.
  
• Build and nurture strong partnerships with key technology platforms (e.g., Google, Meta and other relevant partners) to stay ahead of innovation, unlock new capabilities, ensure early access to beta programs & advanced measurement solutions.
  
• Partner closely with the SEO/GEO lead to drive a holistic search strategy, identifying integrated opportunities across channels to maximize visibility, efficiency, and commercial impact in line with global objectives.
  

Insights, Reporting & Measurement

Lead global performance reporting and analysis

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• Translate data into strategic recommendations for senior stakeholders
  
• Identify trends, opportunities, and efficiency gains across regions
  

Performance Marketing Expertise

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• Serve as a global reference point for performance marketing best practices
  
• Promote a test-and-learn culture aligned with brand standards
  
• Stay ahead of industry evolution, platform innovation, and consumer behavior shifts
  

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• 7+ years of experience in performance marketing
  
• Strong expertise in paid search and paid social
  
• Experience working across global or multi-market organizations. Luxury, premium, or brand-led environment experience strongly valued
  
• Agency background preferred
  

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• Strong analytical and strategic thinking capabilities
  
• Excellent communication and stakeholder influence skills
  
• Ability to operate effectively across global and regional teams
  
• Expertise in performance marketing platforms and analytics tools
  
• Ability to balance commercial performance with brand integrity
  

The hiring range for this position ranges from $122,485 – $172,920. The rate of pay offered will be dependent upon candidates' relevant skills and experience.

Founded in 1837 by Charles Lewis Tiffany in New York City, Tiffany & Co. is one of the world’s most prestigious houses for jewelry and accessories. Love has been the driving force of Tiffany & Co. since its inception, uniting the jeweler’s core values of inventiveness, craft and joy in designs that endure across generations. As a global pioneer in the art of fine jewelry, Tiffany has spent almost two centuries perfecting its craft and setting benchmarks within the industry. It is through this unwavering vow to excellence and expertise, to heritage and innovation, to optimism and possibility that Tiffany continues its legacy, creating designs that inspire people to express and celebrate the many facets of love.

At LVMH, people make the difference in the art of crafting dreams. Our people fuel our dynamic, entrepreneurial culture. We value collective ambitions, encouraging our talents to push boundaries and champion a curious, audacious state of mind. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in nurturing every individual with a growth mindset and development opportunities, consistently empowering them to reach their full potential. We are actively committed to positive impact through an inclusive environment that supports and gives back to our talented community. Join us at LVMH, where your talent is at the heart of our collective successes.

Reports To: Chief Executive Officer

Primary Responsibility:

The Vice President of Global Product Strategy & Development is a key executive leader responsible for shaping and executing the company’s global product strategy, developing and executing growth initiatives, and leading innovation across the organization. This role oversees three core global functions—Product Management, Marketing, and Research & Development—to create cohesive, market-driven product roadmaps and ensure the company maintains a competitive edge in the global manufacturing landscape.

The ideal candidate is a strategic thinker with a strong background in industrial/manufacturing environments, exceptional leadership capabilities, and a proven ability to translate market needs into profitable product portfolios and long-term innovation pipelines.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Strategic Leadership

• Develop and lead the long-term global product strategy aligned with corporate objectives, growth initiatives, and market trends.
• Provide executive leadership to Product Management, Marketing, and R&D teams to create a unified go-to-market and innovation strategy.
• Facilitate cross-functional alignment across regions, operations, sales, finance, and supply chain.
• Serve as a member of the Executive Leadership Team, contributing to corporate strategy, annual planning, and organizational development.
• Promote a culture of collaboration, transparency, and accountability.
• Establish frameworks for talent development, ensuring that the organization is positioned for long-term success.

Product Management

• Oversee global product portfolio planning, lifecycle management, and strategic pricing.
• Ensure product roadmaps reflect customer requirements, competitive insights, and operational feasibility.
• Champion product standardization, simplification, and global rationalization initiatives where appropriate.
• Manage global product profitability, including gross margin improvement and value‑engineering targets.

Marketing

• Lead global brand strategy, digital marketing, product marketing, communications, and market intelligence.
• Ensure consistent global messaging and positioning that support revenue growth and brand differentiation.
• Strengthen market insight capabilities, including competitive analysis, market segmentation, and customer value proposition development.
• Drive global campaigns and launch strategies that support new product commercialization.

Research & Development

• Provide executive leadership and governance for the global R&D organization, ensuring that innovation strategies, technical roadmaps, and resource plans are customer relevant and align with corporate objectives.
• Oversee and approve R&D priorities, budgets, and strategic initiatives while delegating day‑to‑day engineering leadership to functional and technical leaders.
• Ensure that R&D programs support commercial, operational, and customer requirements by coordinating closely with Product Management, Operations, and Engineering.
• Promote a high‑performance innovation culture and ensure global adherence to quality, safety, compliance, and intellectual property standards.

Financial & Operational Accountability

• Develop and manage functional budgets, forecast resource needs, and track performance metrics.
• Drive measurable improvements in product margin, commercialization speed, marketing and innovation ROI.
• Ensure global compliance with regulatory, safety, and industry standards.

Candidate Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business, Marketing, or related field required; MBA or advanced technical degree preferred.
• 10+ years of progressive leadership experience in global product management, and/or marketing within a manufacturing, industrial, or technology company.
• Demonstrated success leading large global teams and multi‑disciplinary functions.
• Strong strategic planning skills with a track record of driving product innovation, market share growth, and portfolio profitability.
• Exceptional executive communication, stakeholder management, and change‑management capabilities.
• Global mindset with experience operating across regions, cultures, and markets.
• 40% travel required (mostly domestic, some global)
• Must be presently authorized to work in the U.S. without a requirement for work authorization sponsorship by our company for this position now or in the future
• Must reside in the United States

Join us and celebrate the beauty of human experience. Create for happier, healthier lives, with love for nature. Together, with our customers, we deliver food innovations, craft inspired fragrances and develop beauty and wellbeing solutions. There's much to learn and many to learn from, with more than 16,000 employees around the world to explore ideas and ambitions with.
In the USA, we develop, market and produce a wide array of solutions from our 25 most innovative sites, based across the country. Stretch your skills, create and get inspiration from passionate colleagues. Every day, your energy, your thirst for knowledge, and your creativity will shape our future, making a positive difference on billions of people. Every essence of you enriches our world. We are Givaudan. Human by nature.

As the global senior expert for Chemicals Management & Compliance, you will be the primary compliance advisor for the business in several technical areas, including Dangerous Goods Regulations, Hazardous Materials Transportation and Warehousing, Transport Emergency Response Management and Controlled Products Regulations. You will lead the development of global policies, processes and systems to ensure regulatory chemical compliance. You'll build cross functional collaboration with Commercial, Science & Technology, Regulatory Affairs, Trade Affairs, Supply-Chain, Site Operations, and Legal Compliance to embed industry best practices and support strategic chemical compliance programs. Additionally, you will represent us with regulatory agencies and industry associations, improving and leading change in response to evolving global chemical regulations.

Reports to: Global Head Chemicals Management & Compliance

Your Location: East Hanover, NJ, US; Other Possible locations: Cincinnati, Ohio, US; Kemptthal, Switzerland; Vernier, Switzerland.

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  Assess current global compliance status and ensure execution of the Global EHS Strategy,

  
  
  
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  Lead global governance by engaging with partners across regions and departments.

  
  
  
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  Monitor SAP EHS system performance and coordinate issue resolution with Global EHS CoE CMC and IT department.

  
  
  
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  Communicate with government agencies on Controlled Products and Dangerous Goods topics, and also to address transport-related emergency response issues.

  
  
  
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  University degree in chemistry, biochemistry, food chemistry, engineering, or related field.

  
  
  
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  10+ years of Chemicals Management & Compliance industry experience.

  
  
  
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  Fluent in English; additional language skills are a plus.

  
  
  
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  Certified in Dangerous Goods transport regulations (e.g. IMDG, IATA, ADR, CFR).

  
  
  
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  Technical expert in Dangerous Goods, Controlled Products (Drug Precursors and Chemical Weapon Precursors), Hazardous Materials Transport and Warehousing and Hazardous Materials Transport Emergency Response Management.

  
  
  
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  Knowledge in Product Stewardship and Drug Precursors related regulations (such as DEA) and International conventions.

  
  
  

Compensation and Benefits

The established salary range for this position is $120,000-$150,000 annually for US locations. Actual compensation will depend on individual qualifications. Includes medical, dental, and vision coverage, and a high-matching 401(k) retirement plan.

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At Givaudan, you contribute to delightful taste and scent experiences that touch people's lives.
You work within an inspiring teamwork culture - where you can thrive, collaborate and learn from other talented and passionate people across disciplines, regions and divisions.
Every essence of you enriches our world.
Diversity of perspectives fuels innovation and fosters deeper connections with our employees, customers, and partners. At Givaudan, we are dedicated to cultivating an inclusive environment where every individual's voice is valued and has the power to shape our world. Join us in making a difference together.

Open date: September 8, 2025

Next review date: Monday, Mar 23, 2026 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time)

Apply by this date to ensure full consideration by the committee.

Final date: Friday, May 1, 2026 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time)

Applications will continue to be accepted until this date, but those received after the review date will only be considered if the position has not yet been filled.

The mission of the Center for Global Public Health (CGPH) is to advance health equity through interdisciplinary research, education, and strategic partnerships. CGPH works to support and administer academic programs that contribute to this mission, addressing pressing global health challenges and, with faculty across campus and at the School of Public Health (SPH), particularly advancing the global public health research agenda.

The CGPH fosters collaboration across sectors and borders, supporting numerous education-focused programs for UCB students that enhance faculty research and other initiatives aimed at translating evidence into action, particularly for under-resourced and historically marginalized populations.

The Academic Coordinator will have primary responsibility for the administration and coordination of CGPH initiatives, working closely with the faculty directors and executive director to manage, plan, and advance global health training efforts, research grant writing, event planning, and communication initiatives. This position is for an individual interested in the intersection of global public health research and education, academic administration, and grants management.

Reporting to the CGPH Faculty Director and Executive Director, the Academic Coordinator's responsibilities include:

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• Overseeing the growth and implementation of global health education/training programs -in particular, the CGPH summer research fellowship program, the UCB Global Public Health and Equity Certificate program, and Program Events/Activities supporting the curriculum/training development of students in these two programs.
  
• Grant writing and proposal development: Monitor both solicited and unsolicited calls for research proposals and grant applications from a variety of funding sources (e.g., federal, state, foundations, corporate, HNWI). Coordinate with SPH, CGPH faculty/affiliates, and other UC networks to circulate and respond toopportunities. Support fundraising strategies and activities to cultivate relationships with potential donors and philanthropic initiatives.
  
• Collaborating with CGPH faculty to synthesize global public health research through the CGPH website and newsletter. Maintain the CGPH website with current and relevant content, including faculty profiles, event information, research highlights, and program details. Provide logistical and planning support for events (e.g., seminars, meetings, workshops, dinners) that align with CGPH's strategic areas.
  
• Duties will include involvement in a range of complex, multifaceted problems that require both administrative acumen and subject matter expertise, with key collaborators on logistical and operational program issues.
  
• Synthesize complex, evolving global health data and pedagogical frameworks to design responsive academic programming and student engagement opportunities.
  
• Crafting interdisciplinary initiatives that align regional priorities with global health goals that require innovative thinking, cultural fluency, and system-level insight.
  

Program:

Benefits Information: compensation-benefits/benefits

Master's Degree, or equivalent international degree.

At least five years of professional experience.

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• Doctoral degree or equivalent international degree in public health, global health, or a related field is preferred.
  
• At least 5 years of relevant experience in managing public health research programs, writing grants, coordinating meetings and events, with a background in academia or a university setting, is a plus.
  
• Exceptional organizational and communication skills, with a demonstrated ability to effectively convey information both in writing and verbally.
  
• Proven experience in developing websites, managing digital communication strategies, executing social media marketing campaigns, and creating other strategic communication content.
  
• Ability to lead collaborative projects with faculty, researchers, students, and external partners.
  
• Cultural sensitivity and the ability to work diplomatically with diverse constituencies.
  

• Cover Letter - 1-2 Page cover letter

  
  

• Curriculum Vitae - Your most recently updated C.V.

  
  

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Contact information is required to complete the application; however, references may be contacted for candidates under serious consideration.

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UC Berkeley is committed to diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging in our public mission of research, teaching, and service, consistent with UC Regents Policy 4400 and University of California Academic Personnel policy (APM 210 1-d). These values are embedded in our Principles of Community, which reflect our passion for critical inquiry, debate, discovery and innovation, and our deep commitment to contributing to a better world. Every member of the UC Berkeley community has a role in sustaining a safe, caring and humane environment in which these values can thrive.

The University of California, Berkeley is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, or protected veteran status.

For more information, please refer to the University of California's Affirmative Action and Nondiscrimination in Employment Policy and the University of California's Anti-Discrimination Policy.

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As a University employee, you will be required to comply with all applicable University policies and/or collective bargaining agreements, as may be amended from time to time. Federal, state, or local government directives may impose additional requirements.

Unless stated otherwise, unambiguously, in the position description, this position does not include sponsorship of a new consular H-1B visa petition that would require payment of the $100,000 supplemental fee.

As a condition of employment, the finalist will be required to disclose if they are subject to any final administrative or judicial decisions within the last seven years determining that they committed any misconduct.

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• "Misconduct" means any violation of the policies or laws governing conduct at the applicant's previous place of employment, including, but not limited to, violations of policies or laws prohibiting sexual harassment, sexual assault, or other forms of harassment or discrimination, as defined by the employer.
  
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About Keyfactor

Our mission is to build a connected society, rooted in trust, with identity-first security for every machine and human. Keyfactor helps organizations move fast to establish digital trust at scale - and then maintain it. With decades of cybersecurity experience, Keyfactor is trusted by more than 1,500 companiesacross the globe. We are proud to continually earn recognition as a Best Place to Work, and we achieve that through our amazing people who cultivate our culture as we grow. We hope you will trust your future with Keyfactor!

Title: Global Controller

Location: United States; Remote, EST working hours (hybrid if near Cleveland, OH or Atlanta, GA office)

Experience: Director

Job Function: Accounting & Finance

Employment Type: Full-Time

Industry: Computer and Network Security

About the position

The Global Controller is a leader and operator who will report directly to the Chief Accounting Officer (CAO). As the Global Controller for the consolidated company, the position will oversee & influence accounting operations and directly supports the CAO, CFO & other executive/leadership teams. This role is an integral part of our operations as it will oversee daily financial operations including accounting, treasury, and management reporting. The role requires proven industry experience as an accountant, preferably in a senior role, as well as management experience in order to delegate and grow the team. As a strong communicator and skilled financial analyst, the goal is to assist streamlining closing cycles, procurement, payroll, and financial reporting as well as produce thorough financial status reports for senior management to help drive strategy, improve our operational efficiency, and aid in our continued growth.

Applicants must hold U.S (United States) citizen or U.S. permanent resident status.

Job Responsibilities

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• Direct all aspects of consolidated global financial reporting, ensuring seamless integration of international subsidiaries while maintaining accuracy in financial statements
  
• Accountable for ensuring consistent compliance of corporate accounting principles and procedures in full compliance with US GAAP and coordinate with local accountants on local reporting requirements (e.g. IFRS)
  
• Act as a strategic partner to the CAO and exec team by analyzing financial performance, identifying trends/variances, and providing data-driven assumptions to inform budgeting and forecasting
  
• Lead the relationship with external auditors to ensure the timely and successful completion of annual audits and regulatory filings globally
  
• In partnership with tax department, manage global tax accounting and transfer pricing
  
• Manage and drive efficient monthly and quarterly close cycles by leveraging & evaluating existing tooling as well as support innovation by adopting AI, new advanced tooling, and automation to enhance speed and accuracy
  
• Design, monitor, and enforce an internal control environment to protect global assets and ensure organizational integrity
  
• Maintain organizational readiness for potential M&A and capital market events by maintaining an 'audit-ready' environment and leading the technical purchase accounting / operational integration of new entities
  
• Build and foster a strong team culture as we scale and delegate further functions & specialization as well as provide training, mentorship, feedback, and coaching to the accounting teams and direct reports
  
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support business initiatives and drive financial efficiency.
  

Minimum Qualifications, Education, and Skills

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• 10+ years of experience in senior accounting/finance leadership roles
  
• Bachelor's Degree in Finance, Accounting or Economics (CPA preferred)
  
• Proven track record managing multi-entity consolidations, timely close cycles, audits, transfer pricing, financial controls and international compliance across US GAAP, IFRS, and local GAAPs
  
• Familiarity with Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) or subscription-based revenue recognition and financial reporting
  
• Strong interpersonal skills for managing relationships with execs, auditors, banking partners, and external stakeholders
  
• Ability to manage, coach, and lead teams, ensuring alignment between accounting and the broader business
  
• A significant plus is proficiency with NetSuite, FloQast, and Salesforce and experience leveraging AI tooling for process automation and optimization
  

Travel Requirements
Up to 5% travel required

Compensation

Salary will be commensurate with experience.

Culture, Career Opportunities and Benefits

We build teams that continually strive to get better than the day before. You will be challenged daily and given opportunities to grow personally and professionally. We balance autonomy and structure to create an entrepreneurial environment to spur creativity and new ideas.

Here are just some of the initiatives that make our culture special:

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• Second Fridays (a company-wide day off on the second Friday of every month minus November and December of 2025 due to the Holiday schedule). Please note that this benefit is subject to change.
  
• Comprehensive benefit coverage globally.
  
• Generous paid parental leave globally.
  
• Competitive time off globally.
  
• Dedicated employee-focused ambassadors via Key Contributors & Culture Committees.
  
• DIVERSE Commitment, a call to action for a more inclusive and diverse future in business, society, and technology.
  
• The Keyfactor Alliance Program to support DEIB efforts.
  
• Wellbeing resources, wellness allowance, mindfulness app free membership, Wellness Wednesdays.
  
• Global Volunteer Day, company non-profit matching, and 3 volunteer days off.
  
• Monthly Talent development and Cross Functional meetings to support professional development.
  
• Regular All Hands meetings - followed by group gatherings.
  

Our Core Values

Our core values are extremely important to how we run our business and what we look for in every team member:

Trust is paramount.

We deliver security software and solutions where trust and openness are of the highest importance for our customers. We are honest and a trusted partner in every aspect of business.

Customers are core.

We strategize, operate, and execute through a customer-centric view. We prioritize the security interests of our customers, and we act as if their data were our own.

Innovation never stops, it only accelerates.

The speed of change is accelerating. We are committed, through investment and focus, to stay ahead of the innovation curve.

We deliver with agility.

We thrive in high-paced and continually changing environments. We navigate through newly added variables, adjust accordingly, while driving towards our strategic goals.

United by respect.

Respect for all is what unites us. We promote diversity, inclusivity, equity, and acting with empathy and openness, both in our business and in our communities.

Teams make "it" happen.

Vision and goals are not individually achievable - they require teamwork. We pride ourselves in operating as a cohesive team, creating promoters and partners, and winning as one.

Keyfactor is a proud equal opportunity employer including but not limited to veterans and individuals with disabilities.

REASONABLE ACCOMMODATION: Applicants with disabilities may contact a member of Keyfactor's People team via and/or telephone at to request and arrange for accommodations at any time.

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Job Description

OBJECTIVES/PURPOSE:

Reporting to the Head, Global Regulatory Operations (GRO), the Head of Global Regulatory Information, Data and Systems (GRIDS) is responsible for developing and implementing a comprehensive GRIDS strategy. This pivotal role ensures Takeda's regulatory data integrity while driving the adoption and efficiency of Regulatory systems globally.

This role involves guiding and mentoring a team of experts, driving regulatory data quality confidence, ensuring global system reach and adoption, and enhancing efficiency through data connectivity across Global Regulatory Affairs (GRA), Research & Development (R&D), and the enterprise. Additionally, the role leads accurate and timely reporting for both common and ad hoc regulatory affairs questions.

ACCOUNTABILITIES:

Global GRIDS Strategy Development and Realization:

• In partnership and collaboration with GRA and GRO leadership, Takeda IT functions, R&D cross-functional, and enterprise stakeholders, develop and align global GRIDS strategy and roadmap.
• Execute and track GRIDS strategy through agreed to set of milestones, key deliverables, activities, and monitor progress through metrics. Proactively identify and manage risks and issues. Ensure ongoing stakeholder engagement and awareness throughout.
• Align and structure internal GRIDS team to enable strategy realization and deliverables. Define team roles and responsibilities and ensure alignment across GRO and other functions to ensure clarity and synergy. Develop and implement team norms and ways of working, driving delivery focus and prioritization.
• Actively mentor and guide direct reports in the execution of deliverables.
• Ensure external vendor support for GRIDS activities is clearly defined and, in partnership with Business Operations team, is delivering to specified service level agreements. Actively provide vendor oversight and engage with vendor(s) to ensure process and ways-of-working clarity and adoption.

Data Governance and Sustainability:

• Establish robust regulatory data governance and stewardship practices and ensure data quality assurance for authoritative regulatory data sources. Proactively drive data remediation efforts as needed to ensure high data quality.
• Lead initiatives for regulatory information standards adoption and ensure organizational readiness to meet regulatory requirements, including eCTD4, SPOR/IDMP, and CTIS/EU CTR.
• Oversee master data management for regulatory data and partner/ drive connectivity with RD and enterprise systems.

GRIDS Data Analytics:

• Drive GRIDS business intelligence and data visualization capabilities to support data-driven decision making for Therapeutic Areas Units (TAUs), regulatory leadership, and other stakeholders for pipeline realization and post-approval lifecycle management.
• Provide standard regulatory reports and dashboards and produce ad-hoc and custom regulatory reports as requested.

GRIDS System Business Ownership:

• Partner with Takeda IT functions to drive the evolution, interoperability, data sharing, and integration of Takeda's global GRIDS systems.
• Ensure business requirements are identified and adequately translated into system and supporting business process functionality.
• Support system release management, data migration and validation activities.
• Collaborate with GRA functions, regions, and local operating companies (LOCs) to drive system adoption and utilization.

CORE COMPETENCIES:

• Strategy Development: Ability to create and implement long-term GRIDS strategies with a forward-thinking approach.
• Influential Communicator: Exceptional communication skills to articulate complex regulatory data concepts effectively.
• Collaborative Leader: Strong leadership qualities to guide cross-functional teams and drive organizational change.
• Innovative Thinker: Proactive in embracing innovation and leveraging technology to enhance RIM processes.
• Results-Oriented: Focused on achieving measurable outcomes and driving continuous improvement.
• Analytical Skills: Strong analytical skills to interpret regulatory data and deliver insightful reports and visualizations.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Minimum Bachelor's Degree, MS preferred;
• 15+ years of experience in the life sciences, particularly in Regulatory Affairs and Regulatory Information, Data and Systems.
• Experience in leading global Regulatory Information, Data and Systems capabilities and teams.
• Credibility and experience engaging at senior levels for the development and alignment of GRIDS strategy.
• Ability to hold strategic conversations with Regulatory, R&D and enterprise stakeholders regarding global Information Management processes and systems and the regulatory applications and their use within Regulatory execution.
• Demonstrated experience in designing and implementing RIM digital transformation with proven ability to innovate across business processes and technology solutions.
• Experience with regulatory processes and technology for submission document authoring, submission publishing/validation/viewing, registration and commitment tracking, and regulatory document archiving.
• Experience with regulatory data standards, such as xEVMPD and IDMP.
• Deep understanding of the entire R&D value chain, particularly data taxonomies and domain integration.
• Understanding of global drug development & regulatory processes.
• Experience with Veeva RIM platform for health authority registration management.
• Experience directly working with Registration Management, Submissions, Submissions Archive, and Publishing technologies, a plus.
• Proven track record of thought leadership through industry presentations, publications, or other mechanisms, a plus.

This position is currently classified as "hybrid" by Takeda's Hybrid and Remote Work policy

Takeda Compensation and Benefits Summary

We understand compensation is an important factor as you consider the next step in your career. We are committed to equitable pay for all employees, and we strive to be more transparent with our pay practices.

For Location:

U.S. Base Salary Range:

U.S. based employees may be eligible for short-term and/ or long-term incentives. U.S. based employees may be eligible to participate in medical, dental, vision insurance, a 401(k) plan and company match, short-term and long-term disability coverage, basic life insurance, a tuition reimbursement program, paid volunteer time off, company holidays, and well-being benefits, among others. U.S. based employees are also eligible to receive, per calendar year, up to 80 hours of sick time, and new hires are eligible to accrue up to 120 hours of paid vacation.

EEO Statement

Takeda is proud in its commitment to creating a diverse workforce and providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, parental status, national origin, age, disability, citizenship status, genetic information or characteristics, marital status, status as a Vietnam era veteran, special disabled veteran, or other protected veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws, and any other characteristic protected by law.

Locations

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Job Exempt

Global Network Director

Dallas, TX

Onsite 5 Days / Week

$200,000 - $250,000 + Bonus + Equity

Relocation support available if needed

Overview:

A global technology organization is seeking a Global Network Director to lead worldwide network operations, including Network Engineering, Data Center Infrastructure, and Network Security. This role owns strategy, execution, and reliability of a highly distributed, business-critical network environment.

The successful candidate will define and execute the global network strategy, with a strong focus on modern, large-scale data center networking, ensuring a highly available, secure, and scalable infrastructure.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead global Network Engineering, Data Center, and Network Security teams across multiple regions
• Define and execute long-term strategy for network scalability, performance, and modernization
• Ensure high availability, resiliency, and security of enterprise-scale networks
• Architect and support LAN, WAN, SD-WAN, and cloud networking environments
• Oversee data center operations, including capacity planning, disaster recovery, and business continuity
• Establish and enforce network security standards and compliance practices
• Partner with IT leadership and business stakeholders to align network initiatives with company goals
• Manage vendors, contracts, and third-party service providers
• Own global network operations budget and cost optimization
• Mentor and develop a globally distributed team
• Report network performance, risk, and initiatives to executive leadership

Required Qualifications:

• 10+ years in network engineering / operations
• 5+ years in senior leadership or director-level roles
• Experience designing, deploying, and operating large scale Spine-Leaf architectures in a production data center environment
• Deep expertise in enterprise and global network architecture (LAN, WAN, SD-WAN, cloud)
• Strong knowledge of routing, switching, and network protocols (BGP, OSPF, MPLS, TCP/IP)
• Experience with both Cisco and Arista
• Experience supporting large-scale data center environments
• Strong understanding of network security principles and controls
• Experience with public cloud networking (AWS, Azure, or GCP)
• Excellent communication skills across global teams
• Willingness to travel internationally (up to ~25%)

Nice to Have:

• Experience with network automation (Python, Ansible, Terraform)
• Exposure to SDN, network virtualization, or modern observability platforms
• Industry certifications (CCIE, CISSP, or similar)

The Warehouse Operations Director is responsible for the operational excellence of all aspects of AAR’s Global warehouse operations; provides overall guidance and oversight in the areas of execution, technology, infrastructure, safety, streamlining and interfacing with AAR business and operational entities, internal and external customers, continuous process improvements, and developing and monitoring related key performance indicators. This role blends leadership with active participation, requiring someone who can interact, manage and guide people and contribute directly to the success and growth of the organization.

What you will be responsible for:

• Take lead on operational excellence and logistical functions of AAR’s global warehouses, with a focus on streamlines processes, efficiencies, productivity, infrastructure requirements, technology, hands-on management and compliance.
• Actively assist in overseeing warehouse operations, including inventory management.
• Own operational strategy, execution, and continuous improvement for internal and third-party logistics (3PL) warehouses, ensuring efficient, compliant, and cost-effective movement of goods worldwide.
• In depth understanding of global import and export operations and requirements, ensuring compliance with all customs, trade, and regulatory requirements.
• Customs filings and documentation to ensure timely and accurate clearance.
• Partner with Legal, Finance, and Compliance teams on trade regulations, audits, duty optimization, and risk mitigation.
• Monitor and adapt to changes in global trade laws, tariffs, and regulations.
• Develop dashboards and reports to provide visibility into global performance and risks.
• Define, implement, and monitor global KPIs and metrics; adjust activities to improve efficiency and workflows.
• Develop and execute strategies aligned with business growth, customer service, and cost objectives.
• Ensure safe, efficient, and compliant operations in accordance with local regulations and company standards.
• Performs the duties of associates supervised and all other duties as assigned.

Leadership Responsibilities:

• Supervise, mentor, and develop staff, fostering a culture of accountability and growth.
• Act as a point of escalation to resolve daily operational issues and discrepancies.
• Develop and communicate daily/weekly/monthly goals to staff and management.
• Monitor performance and ensure deadlines are met consistently.
• Enforce safety guidelines and operational best practices.
• Advocate for continuous improvement and foster team buy-in for policy changes.
• Suggest efficiency ideas, cost reduction measures and assist with the implementation of changes within inbound and outbound warehouse operations.
• Identify problems, propose solutions to other members of management, and promote cooperation with other departments.
• Keep open communication channels with associates by answering questions and explaining policies and procedures.

What you need to be successful in this role:

• 10+ years of experience in global supply chain, warehouse management or logistics management, with at least 5 years in a supervisory role.
• Ability to lead global operations, ensuring compliance with international trade laws, managing customs, documentation, tariffs, and optimizing cross-border processes.
• Strong understanding of import/export management and customs filing.
• Experience supporting 3PL warehouses and management of inventory.
• Demonstrated ability to define, analyze, and report on warehouse metrics.
• Proven ability to lead, train, and motivate teams while actively participating in warehouse operations.
• Ability to effectively communicate to leadership, peers and team members. Must be able to shift communication styles to interact successfully across departments.
• Critical thinking, problem solving and reasoning skills.
• Enthusiastic about building efficiency and driving continuous improvement.

The rewards of your career at AAR go far beyond just your salary:

• Competitive salary and bonus package
• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision coverage
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match
• Generous paid time off program
• Professional development and career advancement opportunities

Physical Demands/Work Environment:

The physical demands and work environment characteristics 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 may be regularly required to sit, stand, bend, reach and move about the facility.

• The environmental characteristic for this position is an office setting.

• Candidates should be able to adapt to a traditional business environment.

AAR provides accommodation in accordance with applicable laws through all stages of the hiring process. If you require accommodation for any part of the application and/or hiring process, please advise Human Resources.

Compensation:

The anticipated salary range for this position is $140,000 to $170,000 annually. This range reflects the base salary for candidates who meet the requirements of the role, including experience, education, and location. [In addition to base pay, this role is eligible for a bonus.] AAR offers a competitive benefits package, including medical/dental/vision/life/and AD&D insurance, 401(k) savings plan with employer match, paid time off and holiday pay, as well as opportunities for professional development and growth.

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About the Job

Hello, potential PriceSmart candidate. We’re on a mission to hire the very best, and are committed to creating exceptional employee experiences where everyone is respected and has access to equal opportunity. We realize the greatest contributions to the company can come from anywhere in the organization, and we know that the next one could be yours! We are looking for a Global Buyer for Optical & Audiology to lead the global merchandising strategy for these categories, ensuring the business remains competitive in a rapidly evolving market. The role strengthens the company’s position by building high value supplier partnerships, managing a complex global vendor base, and overseeing the full product lifecycle to deliver innovation, quality, and commercial results. This position is accountable for profitable procurement, timely product availability, and disciplined inventory management across assigned categories. It drives negotiations that shape cost structures, terms of sale, freight and return programs, and margin performance, ensuring alignment with corporate pricing and financial strategies. Success is measured through achievement of sales targets, gross margin performance, and inventory health, ensuring globally sourced items remain within budgeted days of supply and financial thresholds while supporting sustainable global growth.

What's unique about this job (What you’ll do)

• The Global Buyer champions product quality, price and sourcing innovation to enhance competitiveness and member satisfaction.
• The role partners closely with U.S. leadership, regional buying and operations teams to validate category plans, optimize SKU strategies, and maintain an efficient, market relevant assortment across warehouses.
• Review inventory levels, market activity, vendor availability, and promotional plans to forecast demand and recommend accurate order quantities to the replenishment team.
• Work with the Vendor Promotions team to secure vendor funding and support for promotional programs that drive member value.
• Support the Registration and Compliance teams by ensuring all import/export documentation is complete, accurate, and aligned with regulatory requirements.
• Ensure all vendors maintain current agreements, including updated terms, compliance expectations, and performance standards.
• Review buying and distribution workflows to eliminate inefficiencies, improve productivity, and ensure staffing levels support business needs.
• Develop and maintain a seasonal merchandising/communications calendar to support timely planning and execution of high‑demand products.
• Build strong vendor relationships and conduct structured business reviews twice per year to evaluate performance and set goals.
• Develop in‑and‑out programs to strengthen categories, introduce innovation, and maintain member interest.
• Maintain strong alignment with Operations, ensuring merchandising notes and operational feedback are addressed promptly.
• Establish replenishment criteria for low‑stock items, including bracket pricing and distribution optimization.
• Review daily and weekly reports to monitor costs, quality, service levels, inventory turns, and out‑of‑stocks, acting as needed.
• Maintain accurate item information—including dimensions, pricing, terms, and category coding—in internal systems.
• Monitor team performance, identify training needs, and support ongoing development.
• Track vendor invoice payments to ensure timely processing and resolve discrepancies.
• Oversee competitive price‑shopping programs to ensure strong value positioning in Optical and Hearing Aids categories.
• Visit warehouse locations as needed to assess program execution, gather member and employee feedback, and evaluate the effectiveness of current and upcoming programs.

Bring your passion and expertise (Who you are)

• Degree in Business Administration or similar areas.
• 5–8 years of experience in global procurement, category management, or buying roles within Optical (frames, lenses), Hearing Aids, Medical Devices, or related healthcare categories.
• Proven experience managing global suppliers and negotiating high-value contracts.
• Strong understanding of regulatory and quality requirements for medical devices.
• Demonstrated success in private label development and lifecycle management.
• Licensed Dispensing Optician certification preferred, though not required.
• Advanced analytical skills with the ability to interpret market data, assess risks, and drive commercial decisions, including strong math skills applied to forecasting, costing, and financial analysis.
• Experience working in multinational retail, healthcare, or consumer-health organizations.
• Strong communication skills with the ability to collaborate effectively, demonstrate teamwork, and provide leadership across cross-functional and multicultural teams.
• Demonstrated commitment to delivering exceptional internal and external customer service.
• Proficiency with Windows-based, Office, Cloud-based systems or similar enterprise platforms is an advantage.
• Proficient in English and Spanish, with strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to travel domestically and internationally, as required by business needs.
• Familiarity with trends such as digital hearing aids, aging-population demand, and smart-device integration.

Some important intangibles

You feel connected to our mission and values: Integrity, Respect, Accountability, Passion, Community and Continuous Improvement

You are a self-starter who doesn’t need direct supervision to motivate you for success

You enjoy sharing your quirkiness and talents with your coworkers

Enjoy working hard

Full of energy for the things one sees as challenging

The ability to remain calm when dealing with unforeseen constraints.

The above description is designed to state the general nature and level of work performed in the function. It is not intended to contain or be construed as an exhaustive inventory of all job duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. A complete job description may be made available to you through the hiring process.

Benefits & Perks – We take care of our people

We believe taking care of our people is the right thing to do. This is what we can offer for all your hard work:

Beyond competitive pay

Medical, Dental and Vision plans

401K Contributions

Life Insurance

LTD

PriceSmart Membership Card

Calm Meditation App

Fun events

Employee recognition

Supportive, nurturing environment with many opportunities for learning and growth

...and more!

Our Commitment

We not only embrace and celebrate the diversity of our membership base and communities, but also strive to achieve the same in our employees. At PriceSmart, we are committed to equal employment opportunity, regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, disability, veteran status or any other class protected by applicable law. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer.

Get to know us

PriceSmart was founded with a purpose: to inspire and impact the lives and businesses of our Members, our employees and our communities through the ethical delivery of the best quality goods and services at the lowest possible prices.

Throughout the years, we have constantly asked ourselves how we can do more and have a greater impact. We want to prove that we are a company that can grow, be profitable and do good in the world, and we have learned that it takes a great organizational culture to achieve that goal.

At PriceSmart, you can look forward to company events, anniversaries celebrating our employees with more than 20, or 30 years of tenure, volunteering and learning opportunities, and just great company filled with curious, kind folks. Dreaming up and sharing ideas aren’t responsibilities reserved for certain teams or leaders; the challenge of building our own culture is on all of our shoulders. That sense of community and belonging keeps us excited to walk through the door every day, wherever that door may be, in any of our 13 countries.

Global Product Manager - Hardgoods

This role follows a hybrid work schedule, with in-office days on Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday at our Cypress, CA location, and remote work on Monday and Friday.

WE ARE SPEEDO

The world's leading swimwear brand, Speedo is passionate about life in and around the water. The brand's heritage of innovation derives from its leadership in competitive swimming, where more Olympic Gold Medals have been won in Speedo than any other brand. Unmatched in performance, fit and feel, we are also America’s #1 goggle brand.

From the first splash, to every stroke, the genuine love and excitement we have working with the water is what creates exciting and meaningful relationships.

Speedo is not where we work, but is who we are.

It’s watching a baby in the pool for the first time or our athletes make history. What we do is sacred to us and our connection to the rest of water lovers around the world. Driven by the challenge, not the glory. At Speedo, it is never enough to be good at what you do; you have to love what you do.

Speedo is a part of the Pentland Brands Limited Family.

We are Pentland Brands, a global family business bringing some of the most loved active and footwear brands to millions of people around the world.

We own Speedo, Berghaus, Canterbury of New Zealand, Endura, Mitre, ellesse, Red or Dead and we’re the UK licensee for Kickers and have a joint venture partnership for Lacoste footwear. Our products are available in over 190 countries and are sold either directly by Group companies or are represented by licensees and distributors.

All our brands have their own unique identities and every one of them is powered by Pentland. We have more than 1,200 employees worldwide and we’re always on the lookout for talented, enthusiastic people to help shape our future.

We celebrate differences and give everyone the freedom to innovate and develop, be it through creative working environments or learning opportunities. Our brands are there in the moments that matter - being there for more people, in more of those moments, drives everything we do.

At Pentland, we’re guided by four principles, we use these to make sure we’re not only doing a great job, but we’re doing it in the right way:

• Success is a team game
• With clarity and courage
• Better as standard
• In good conscience

We believe in building brands for the world to love, generation after generation. Your potential is our potential and together we can build and grow brands that last.

KEY PURPOSE:

The Global Product Manager - Hardgoods is responsible for building and maintaining Speedo’s global range within designated categories. This includes maintaining and growing current business, briefing and building new lines based on market opportunities and brand positioning, fostering key relationships internally and in the marketplace.

Additionally, this role will enhance brand values and deliver key performance metrics, style efficiency targets, and sales margin objectives.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Deliver seasonal line plans aligned with overall brand and business strategy, highlighting global development opportunities, proposed costs, unique sales opportunities, and ensuring brand consistency across categories.
• Manage assigned product categories from concept to commercialization, including line plan updates, style setup, range briefs for new products and packaging, and development of competitive pricing structures that meet corporate goals.
• Collaborate with planners to ensure SKU counts, margins, and budget parameters are achieved.
• Analyze global sales histories, patterns, and industry trends; assess market size, structure, and dynamics to inform range development decisions.

• Coordinate key activities to ensure process and execute on time against agreed timelines with design and operations.
• Partner with Regional Merchandising teams and Commercial Leads to ensure product viability throughout the process, procure and maintain global forecasts, plan revenue growth against targets, and preline with sales in markets.
• Work closely with Asia Product Development to identify innovative solutions and technically advanced product ideas; prepare business cases where appropriate and maintain awareness of manufacturing environments and cost structures.
• Understand production lead times and collaborate with Asia teams to ensure on-time deliveries and adherence to the two-season development calendar.
• Partner with Marketing to communicate product features and packaging requirements internally and externally; execute seasonal packaging, collateral, and workbooks.
• Ensure product marketing is clear, compelling, and effective across print and web. Provide a seasonal launch package for all global sales teams.
• Ensure all design and packaging briefs are delivered on time to support timely product launches.
• Collaborate with Commercial teams and Regional Merchandising to provide quality input into the range brief and product development. Ensure teams are well-trained and fully briefed on product details.
• Engage with consumers and retailers to identify innovative solutions to market needs; maintain strong market understanding.
• Conduct market research, including analysis of consumer trends and on-site visits to observe consumer end use environments (pool and/or beach).
• Maintain in-depth competitive analysis of all categories in all channels of distribution and maintain a competitive sample/item library.
• Support in-field product testing to improve product development and benefit the sell-in process.
• Present product ranges, offers and ideas externally at retail, internally at sales conferences domestic and international.
• Partner with Marketing to deliver sell-in and sell-through assets; manage briefs, follow-ups, and track progress against deadlines for catalogs, tech sheets, and other deliverables.
• Drive product-marketing projects from concept through commercialization, ensuring alignment with calendar deadlines and timely handoffs.

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE:

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field or equivalent experience.
• 5+ years’ experience in product merchandising or product management.
• Ability to work independently and within a team environment.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Excellent time management and communication skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Suite.
• Knowledge or experience in swimming is a plus.

Pay Range: $85,000 - $95,000 annually

Base pay is a portion of our total compensation package and determined within a range that allows growth and development within your role. Your base pay will be determined based on experience, skills and qualifications.

Pentland Brands and Speedo are equal opportunity employers and considers all applicants for employment on the basis of their individual capabilities and qualifications, consistent with applicable law and without regard to race, color, sex, gender identity or expression, age, religion, creed, national origin, citizenship status, sexual orientation, genetic information, physical or mental disability, military status or any other characteristic protected under federal, state or local law. In addition to complying with all applicable laws, we have a strong corporate commitment to inclusion, diversity and to ensuring that all current and future associates are compensated solely on job-related factors such as skill, ability, educational background, work quality, experience and potential. To achieve these goals, applicants are asked not to disclose salary history information.