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Immediate need for a talented Cybersecurity Sr. Specialist. This is a 12+ Months Contract opportunity with long-term potential and is located in Columbus, OH and Altavista, VA(Onsite). Please review the job description below and contact me ASAP if you are interested.

Job Diva ID: 26-07658

Pay Range: $40 - $44/hour. Employee benefits include, but are not limited to, health insurance (medical, dental, vision), 401(k) plan, and paid sick leave (depending on work location).

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct cybersecurity risk assessments and vulnerability management across OT environments.
• Work closely with site engineering, operations leadership, corporate IT/OT teams, vendors, and system integrators.
• Identify and mitigate cyber threats impacting manufacturing equipment and control systems.
• Help design secure architecture across IT and OT overlapping environments.
• Manage security incidents and ensure controlled response during threats.
• Develop and maintain risk registers, security controls, and mitigation plans.
• Communicate risks effectively and influence stakeholders who may not initially recognize security threats.
• Initial focus will be two manufacturing sites (Columbus & Altavista).
• First 90 days priorities:
• OT asset inventory
• Threat modeling
• Risk registration
• Incident response planning
• The goal is to protect manufacturing OT assets from cyber threats while maintaining uninterrupted 24/7 plant operations.
• Conduct cybersecurity risk assessments for software, systems, and network infrastructure.
• Perform threat modeling using tools such as STRIDE.
• Conduct and support vulnerability assessments and penetration testing.
• Ensure compliance with relevant standards and regulations (e.g., ISO 27001, NIST SP 800-82, FDA, HIPAA, GDPR, PCI DSS, etc).
• Monitor and interpret changes in global cybersecurity regulations and standards, integrating them into Client Nutrition policies and procedures.
• Support internal and external audits, including remediation coordination at Client Nutrition sites.
• Collaborate with engineering and development teams to design secure system architectures.
• Guide teams in applying cybersecurity controls throughout the software development lifecycle (SDLC).
• Monitor cybersecurity threats and develop mitigation strategies.
• Respond to and investigate cybersecurity incidents, identifying root causes and recovery actions.
• Utilize and manage security technologies including:
• Firewalls
• Intrusion Detection/Prevention Systems (IDS/IPS)
• Endpoint protection
• Data Loss Prevention (DLP)
• SIEM systems
• Log aggregation tools
• Support the deployment and operational use of Governance, Risk, and Compliance (GRC) platforms.
• Work with cross-functional teams (e.g., Engineering, QA, IT) and vendors to document and implement cybersecurity controls to achieve program requirements while enabling business outcomes.
• Subject Matter Expertise on security projects to ensure the timely, on-budget, and effective implementation of cyber security improvements that are operationally supported with validation methods in place to measure effectiveness.

Key Requirements and Technology Experience:

• Experience with secure coding practices and encryption technologies.
• Minimum 5 years of experience (less experience may be considered if candidate demonstrates strong practical cybersecurity skills)
• Strong cybersecurity background including:
• Risk assessments
• Vulnerability management
• Strong stakeholder management and influencing skills
• Ability to respond quickly to incidents while remaining calm and controlled
• Bachelor’s degree (Engineering, Cybersecurity, or related field preferred)
• GICSP – Global Industrial Cyber Security Professional
• CISSP – Certified Information Systems Security Professional
• Familiarity with NIST cybersecurity framework
• Manufacturing cybersecurity environments
• Medical device or pharmaceutical industry (preferred but not mandatory)
• Calm and effective under pressure during security incidents
• Strong communication and persuasion skills
• Ability to influence stakeholders without direct authority
• Pragmatic approach to security solutions balancing cyber protection and operational continuity
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Security, or related field.
• 5 years of experience in cybersecurity, preferably in regulated industries such as food, beverage, healthcare, or medical devices.
• Experience with cloud security, network protocols (SSL/TLS, VPNs, IPsec), and secure cloud-based applications.
• Familiarity with regulatory compliance (SOX, HIPAA, GDPR, FDA cybersecurity guidance)
• Proficiency in threat modeling, risk management, vulnerability management, and incident response.
• Experience securing both software and hardware systems in manufacturing environments.
• Strong understanding of cybersecurity frameworks (ISO 27001, NIST, SOC 2, HITRUST, NIST SP 800-82).
• CISSP, CISM, or equivalent certification preferred.

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Title: IT Infrastructure Administrator III / Microsoft 365 Administrator

Location: Columbus, OH

Duration: 04 months

ONLY USC

Position Overview

Client is seeking a skilled and security-focused Microsoft 365 Administrator to join our Corporate Information Technology team. This role is responsible for the administration, optimization, and security of our Microsoft 365 environment within a hybrid and multi-tenant enterprise infrastructure.

The ideal candidate combines strong hands-on technical expertise with a proactive, service-oriented mindset. This individual will manage Microsoft 365 services, support secure identity and access management, partner closely with Security teams, and serve as a Tier 3 escalation point for complex collaboration and messaging issues.

Key Responsibilities

Microsoft 365 Administration & Operations

Administer and maintain Microsoft 365 services including:

Exchange Online

SharePoint Online

OneDrive for Business

Microsoft Teams

Microsoft Entra ID

Purview

CoPilot Studio

Power Platform

Manage hybrid identity and mail flow integrations (Azure AD Connect, hybrid Exchange).

Oversee licensing, mailbox management, distribution groups, dynamic groups, and shared resources.

Monitor tenant health, service health, and usage reporting to ensure availability and performance.

Provide Tier 3 escalation support for complex messaging, collaboration, authentication, and synchronization issues.

Identity, Security & Compliance

Manage and maintain:

Conditional Access policies

Multi-Factor Authentication (MFA) policies

Identity Protection and access governance

Role-Based Access Control (RBAC)

Partner with Security Governance and SOC teams to remediate vulnerabilities and support enterprise application reviews.

Support Microsoft 365 security and compliance capabilities including:

Microsoft Purview

Data Loss Prevention (DLP)

eDiscovery

Retention and sensitivity labelling

Microsoft Defender for Office 365

Ensure configurations align with regulatory, contractual, and enterprise security requirements.

Automation & Continuous Improvement

Develop and maintain PowerShell scripts for automation, reporting, and bulk administration.

Leverage Microsoft Graph and provided APIs.

Identify and implement process improvements to increase reliability, efficiency, and security.

Evaluate and communicate new Microsoft features and roadmap items for enterprise applicability.

Collaboration & Governance

Partner with Infrastructure, Cloud Engineering, Service Desk, Desktop Management, and Security teams to improve reliability and end-user experience.

Support cloud migration and modernization initiatives.

Contribute to governance models for Teams, SharePoint, and collaboration services.

Develop and maintain documentation, knowledge articles, and change records.

Required Qualifications

Excellent written documentation and communication skills.

Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Systems, or related field (or equivalent experience).

5+ years of hands-on experience administering Microsoft 365 in a medium-to-large enterprise environment.

Strong expertise in:

Exchange Online

Microsoft Teams

SharePoint Online

OneDrive

Microsoft Entra ID

Experience managing hybrid identity and directory synchronization (Azure AD Connect).

Strong understanding of:

Conditional Access

MFA

Identity governance

SMTP mail flow

SPF, DKIM, and DMARC

Proficiency with PowerShell scripting for automation and administration.

Experience troubleshooting authentication, SSO, and synchronization issues.

Must be a US Citizen.

What We’re Looking For

A proactive engineer who anticipates issues and strengthens security posture.

A collaborator who works effectively across IT and security teams.

A technically curious professional who stays current with Microsoft innovation.

A service-minded professional who improves the employee experience while protecting the enterprise.

Candidates must be U.S. Citizens or Green Card holders ONLY.

Location: Columbus, OH (must live locally or be willing to relocate)

ComResource is looking for a Senior Full-Stack Engineer to join our high-performing agile development team. In this role, you’ll work across all layers of complex software applications, contributing both as a hands-on developer and a collaborative team member.

As a senior engineer, you will lead key initiatives, help define engineering best practices, and support your peers through complex technical challenges. You’ll be the go-to expert for critical features and components, playing a central role in delivering technology solutions that are safer, more efficient, and more cost-effective.

Key Technologies: Java, Spring Boot, JavaScript/React, REST APIs, Cloud platforms (AWS preferred)

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

Software Development

• Develop high-quality software features and components that integrate into complex solutions.
• Write code that is well-structured, readable, maintainable, testable, and performant using standard software craftsmanship techniques.
• Participate in sizing decisions and complexity evaluations for initiatives.
• Pair with other engineers and apply clean-code practices to produce high-quality work.

Testing & Quality Assurance

• Create comprehensive testing strategies, including performance, security, regression, and automation testing.
• Develop unit, integration, and automated acceptance tests based on requirements.
• Build automated tests for both positive and negative scenarios.
• Utilize test-driven development (TDD) to guide implementation and coach peers on TDD and testing best practices.

Data Management, Infrastructure & Integrations

• Define data storage and access strategies and make informed design decisions using knowledge of data modeling, storage, and transmission.
• Apply basic ML and data analytics understanding to maximize business value through data transformation.
• Design system integration strategies leveraging cloud and managed services.
• Utilize infrastructure-as-code concepts to design reusable modules, support container orchestration, and assist with data migration.

Operations

• Build highly dependable features and systems using operational best practices such as monitoring, logging, metrics, and system-health visibility.
• Advocate for and contribute to deployment automation and operational excellence.
• Manage build pipelines and write code to collect, monitor, and display key metrics.

Security & Compliance

• Develop software with a security-first mindset using knowledge of security protocols, secure coding techniques, and protection of sensitive information (including PHI).
• Proactively identify and mitigate potential security threats.
• Implement basic security safeguards and leverage threat modeling for system-level security.

Product & User Experience

• Build features with a strong focus on usability and user experience.
• Enhance user-facing applications, create reusable interaction patterns, and support UI/UX best practices.
• Translate design goals into functional, user-facing implementations.
• Address technical and design debt based on priority and impact.

Requirements & Design

• Collaborate with stakeholders to understand business context and communicate technical considerations.
• Write detailed technical stories that translate business needs into clear, actionable specifications.
• Apply architectural guidance to new challenges and make cost-effective feature design decisions.

Required Skills & Experience:

• Minimum of 6 years of professional software engineering experience
• Highly motivated, self-driven, and technically inquisitive, with a strong desire to learn and grow.
• Proficiency in one or more server-side programming languages (Java and Spring Boot preferred).
• Experience with one or more client-side programming languages (JavaScript and React preferred).
• Hands-on experience developing, deploying, and supporting REST services and microservices.
• Familiarity with cloud platforms for storage, compute, and infrastructure as code; experience with Kubernetes and AWS is preferred.
• Knowledge of relational and non-relational databases, along with messaging systems.
• Ability to positively influence team outcomes—mentors peers, contributes to decision-making, and drives innovation.
• Strong collaboration skills with business stakeholders; experience proposing product features to enhance product value is a plus.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Information Systems, IT, or a related field; equivalent work experience will also be considered.

CAS uses intuitive technology, unparalleled scientific content and unmatched human expertise to help companies create groundbreaking innovations that benefit the world. As the scientific information solutions division of the American Chemical Society, CAS manages the largest curated reservoir of scientific knowledge, and for 115 years, has helped innovators mine, assess and apply that information to keep businesses thriving. The CAS team is global, diverse, endlessly curious and strives to make scientific insights accessible to innovators worldwide.

CAS is currently seeking a Software Engineer. This position will be located in our headquarters in Columbus, Ohio.

Job Summary:

In this role, you will design, build, and deploy software applications, services, and systems that advance the scientific capabilities of CAS Custom Services, offering expert scientific knowledge management consulting and custom informatics solutions. As a member of an Agile team, you will work closely with product owners and teammates to refine backlogs, groom epics and user stories, and prepare for upcoming sprints. Success in this role requires a strong understanding of project processes, the ability to collaborate effectively, and a proactive approach to solving technical challenges.

Job Duties:

Software Development

• Design, develop, and enhance complex software applications, services, and systems across multiple Agile delivery teams, applying advanced engineering principles to deliver high‑quality CAS products and solutions.
• Exercise independent technical judgment to evaluate requirements, propose architectures, and implement scalable, maintainable code aligned with organizational standards and emerging best practices.

Backlog & Sprint Collaboration

• Partner strategically with product owners and cross‑functional teammates to refine and prioritize, ensuring clarity of scope, feasibility, and alignment with broader product roadmaps.
• Leverage domain expertise to influence backlog quality, identify dependencies, mitigate risks, and shape sprint deliverables that advance product and organizational objectives.

DevOps, Automation, and Engineering Excellence

• Champion modern engineering practices by advancing automated testing frameworks, continuous integration/continuous delivery (CI/CD), and robust change‑control methodologies.
• Identify and implement opportunities for process optimization, proactively improving reliability, efficiency, and speed of delivery across the development lifecycle.

Cross-Functional Engagement & Influence

• Build influential relationships with stakeholders across CAS to align technical execution with business needs, resolve cross‑team challenges, and accelerate shared outcomes.
• Serve as a trusted technical partner, contributing expertise, anticipating impacts, and ensuring solutions integrate effectively across functions.

Continuous Learning & Technology Foresight

• Stay ahead of emerging technologies and industry trends, proactively assessing their application to CAS solutions and influencing team adoption of modern tools, patterns, and practices.
• Engage in ongoing professional development through formal training and peer collaboration, contributing to a culture of knowledge sharing and technical excellence.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree: Computer science or engineering, or equivalent experience.
• 8+ years of software development and application delivery experience
• Coursework or familiarity with chemistry preferred
• Strategic thinking and strong communication and interpersonal skills. Strong team player with team spirit. Able to communicate effectively across all levels of management in a highly matrixed and/or agile environment.
• Experience in leadership roles on application delivery teams
• Demonstrated passion for coding, learning, and improving craftsmanship
• Willingness to develop cross-functional skills to support the Agile team’s needs
• Demonstrated self-motivation and initiative. Able to motivate team members to be creative and efficient .
• Ability to work independently and within a matrix organization.
• Ability to build relationships and influence others.

Technical Experience

• Java and Python development
• Spark and Scala
• Docker and Kubernetes
• Linux command line proficiency
• Experience with public cloud environments (AWS preferred)
• JavaScript/TypeScript web development and popular frameworks, i.e. React
• NoSQL databases (MarkLogic strongly preferred)
• Infrastructure as Code (Terraform and/or AWS CDK)
• CI/CD tools (Jenkins or GitLab)
• MCP or Agentic AI frameworks
• AI coding assistants (Claude Code, GitHub Copilot)
• Common development tools, i.e. VS Code, Intellij IDEA, etc.

CAS offers a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package, including a generous vacation plan, medical, dental, vision insurance plans, and employee savings and retirement plans. Candidates for this position must be authorized to work in the United States and not require work authorization sponsorship by our company for this position now or in the future. EEO/Disabled/Veteran

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Manager, Business Transformation

Location: Greater Columbus, Ohio

About the Opportunity

We are partnering with a fast-growing organization to find a Manager, Business Transformation for a highly visible team focused on improving how the business operates across key end-to-end processes.

This team functions much like an internal consulting group. The work is fast-paced, high-impact, and cross-functional. The right person will be someone who can bring structure to ambiguity, think critically, communicate clearly, and help move important initiatives forward in a complex environment.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone who enjoys solving business problems, working across functions, improving systems and workflows, and partnering with leaders on initiatives that directly affect scalability, efficiency, and execution.

Why This Opportunity Stands Out

• High visibility across leadership and cross-functional teams
• Fast-growing company with strong career growth potential
• Broad exposure to business operations, systems, and transformation work
• Opportunity to make a meaningful impact in a complex and evolving environment
• Strong benefits package, including:
• Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and more
• 10 holidays
• 5 weeks of vacation
• 401(k) match
• Several additional incentives
• Compensation: $105k to $155k base salary + bonus (if interested but you need more to consider, just let me know and I will ask.

What You’ll Do

• Lead business process improvement initiatives across Order to Cash, Purchase to Pay, New Product Development, and Sales, Inventory, and Operations Planning
• Drive projects from early-stage assessment through implementation and closeout
• Use structured problem-solving and project management approaches to bring clarity and momentum to complex business issues
• Partner with stakeholders across operations, supply chain, finance, IT, commercial teams, and other functions
• Facilitate current-state reviews, future-state design sessions, process mapping, working sessions, and implementation planning
• Develop project timelines, milestone plans, status updates, and cross-functional ownership frameworks
• Identify risks, gaps, inefficiencies, and opportunities for improved scalability and execution
• Support systems-related process improvement efforts tied to enterprise platforms such as Oracle or SAP
• Help establish practical solutions for evolving business needs, including situations where priorities shift quickly
• Communicate effectively with leadership, including concise updates, project objectives, progress, and business impact
• Contribute to adoption, change management, and continuous improvement efforts across the organization

What We’re Looking For

• 8 to 10+ years of relevant experience in business process improvement, business transformation, operational excellence, project management, consulting, or related work
• Strong experience in at least one major end-to-end business process such as Order to Cash, Purchase to Pay, New Product Development, or Sales, Inventory, and Operations Planning
• Ability to thrive in ambiguity and operate with a high degree of independence
• Strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills with a practical toolkit of methodologies and frameworks
• Executive presence and strong communication skills, including the ability to deliver clear, succinct updates to senior executive leaders
• Proven ability to work cross-functionally and influence without direct authority
• Strong business acumen and sound judgment
• Experience in a fast-paced environment where priorities can shift and new business needs emerge quickly
• Bachelor’s degree preferred in business, finance, accounting, engineering, supply chain, information systems, economics, or a related field

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with Oracle, SAP, or other large-scale enterprise systems
• Background in consulting, internal transformation teams, process improvement, or continuous improvement functions
• Exposure to engineered-to-order, custom product, manufacturing, or complex operational environments is helpful
• Familiarity with tools and methods related to Lean, Six Sigma, Agile, project leadership, root cause analysis, or continuous improvement
• MBA or other advanced degree is a plus
• Interest in artificial intelligence tools and how they can support better business processes is a plus

Ideal Profile

This role is a strong fit for someone who acts like a business athlete or Swiss army knife. You can step into an evolving situation, assess what matters, ask smart questions, build a plan, and move work forward without waiting for perfect structure. You are comfortable with complexity, calm under pressure, and credible with stakeholders at multiple levels.

Interested?

Please apply today for consideration as interviews are currently being conducted.

This position is not eligible for sponsorship. US Citizenship or Green Card is required.

Generative AI Engineer/Agentic Engineer

You bring AI to life - one agent at a time. At BWE, we rely on you to build smart, adaptive systems that act on behalf of our teams, streamlining workflows and amplifying impact. As an Agentic Engineer, you turn complex business tasks into intelligent, automated solutions that drive efficiency across the enterprise. Your work helps us scale AI with confidence, creativity, and control.

Responsibilities:

• Design, build, and optimize autonomous or semi-autonomous AI workflows (agentic systems) using Microsoft Copilot, Power Automate, Copilot Studio, and third-party AI platforms.
• Translate complex business tasks into orchestrated, multi-step AI workflows that can act with minimal user input while maintaining accuracy and compliance standards.
• Develop and iterate intelligent assistants, copilots, and AI agents to automate business processes across origination, closing, servicing, and corporate functions.
• Collaborate with Business Partners and business units to test, refine, and scale agentic tools that drive measurable efficiency improvements and user adoption.
• Lead implementation of BWE's Scale Agentic AI initiative by identifying high-impact automation opportunities and deploying production-ready AI agents.
• Partner with AIOps Engineer to ensure agentic systems integrate properly with monitoring, governance, and optimization frameworks.
• Stay ahead of emerging agentic design patterns, orchestration technologies, and best practices while bringing forward innovative solutions to business challenges.
• Create reusable agentic templates and workflow patterns that enable citizen developers to build AI-powered automation within governance frameworks.
• Implement security and compliance controls for agentic systems ensuring adherence to financial services regulations and data privacy requirements.
• Research and experiment with innovative agentic AI technologies and platforms to enhance BWE's automation capabilities.
• Provide training and support to business users adopting agentic tools and automation workflows.
• Document agentic system architectures, decision logic, and operational procedures for knowledge transfer and maintenance.

Near-Term Deliverables:

• Build and deploy at least 3-5 production agentic systems that demonstrate significant business impact and operational efficiency gains.
• Establish agentic AI development framework including design patterns, testing methodologies, and deployment standards.
• Create a comprehensive library of reusable agentic components and workflow templates that accelerate automation deployment across business functions.
• Partner with Business Partners to identify and prioritize high-impact opportunities for agentic AI implementation with detailed business case analysis.
• Develop agentic system monitoring and optimization practices ensuring reliable performance, accuracy, and cost efficiency.
• Research and recommend emerging agentic AI platforms and technologies for potential adoption with hands-on evaluation and implementation guidance.
• Create citizen developer enablement materials including agentic workflow templates, training resources, and best practice guidelines.
• Establish agentic AI governance practices including approval workflows, risk assessment, and compliance validation procedures.
• Complete advanced training in agentic AI, workflow orchestration, or emerging automation technologies relevant to enterprise applications.
• Contribute to BWE's competitive advantage by pioneering innovative agentic use cases and automation strategies.

Minimum Qualifications:

• 5+ years of experience building AI-driven workflows, intelligent automation, or low-code/no-code solutions in enterprise environments.
• Hands-on experience with Microsoft Power Platform (Power Automate, Power Apps), Microsoft Copilot Studio, and Large Language Model (LLM) integration.
• Strong grasp of prompt engineering, conversation design, logic flows, and business process optimization techniques.
• Experience with API integration, data transformation, and system connectivity for workflow automation.
• Knowledge of agentic AI concepts including multi-step reasoning, tool usage, and autonomous decision-making systems.
• Understanding of business process design, user experience principles, and change management for automation adoption.
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Business Technology, or related field, or equivalent work experience.
• Creative, fast-moving builder with prototyping mindset and deep understanding of user needs and business workflows.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with advanced agentic AI platforms and orchestration tools beyond Microsoft ecosystem.
• Knowledge of machine learning, natural language processing, and conversational AI development.
• Familiarity with enterprise integration patterns, API management, and cloud-native application development.
• Experience in CRE, financial services, or regulated industries with complex compliance and audit requirements.
• Understanding of AI governance, responsible AI deployment, and risk management for autonomous systems.
• Previous experience leading automation initiatives or digital transformation projects.
• Knowledge of emerging technologies including multi-modal AI, autonomous agents, and AI orchestration platforms.

We’re looking for a dynamic, hands-on sourcing professional who can help build and scale a best-in-class sourcing program supporting Private Label and New Product Development. You’ll partner closely with cross-functional leaders to identify the right suppliers, negotiate strong commercial agreements, and create repeatable sourcing processes that improve speed-to-market, cost, and supply continuity.

Summary:

The Sourcing Manager is an individual contributor responsible for leading end-to-end sourcing for Private Label and New Product Development. This role builds repeatable RFx and supplier selection processes, develops supplier partnerships, and translates cross-functional requirements into commercially sound recommendations and agreements. Success requires balancing cost, quality, risk, and speed to enable efficient, compliant product launches and a stronger supplier ecosystem.

Organizational Impact:

Reporting to the Senior Manager, Sourcing, this role will expand sourcing capability by creating scalable tools, templates, and governance that improve speed-to-market, supplier performance, and total cost outcomes. Your work will directly impact new product launch readiness, supply continuity, gross margin, and risk mitigation through strong supplier selection, commercial negotiations, and disciplined performance management.

What Success Looks Like (First 6–12 Months):

• Establish and socialize a clear sourcing intake and RFx process (templates, timeline, roles/RACI, evaluation criteria)
• Deliver on-time supplier selection and contracting for priority NPD/Private Label launches
• Build a qualified supplier pipeline (including international options where appropriate) across priority categories
• Implement basic supplier performance management (KPIs, scorecards, QBR cadence) for awarded suppliers
• Identify and deliver measurable value (TCO improvements, cost avoidance, risk reduction, lead-time and service improvements)

Key Deliverables:

• Standard RFx toolkit (RFI/RFP/RFQ templates, evaluation scorecards, award memo format)
• Supplier due diligence and onboarding checklist (quality, regulatory, capacity, financial, ESG as applicable)
• Negotiation playbook and contracting checklist (commercial terms, SLAs, lead times, payment terms)
• Supplier performance dashboard and QBR agenda
• Category/supplier landscape view for priority areas (options, risks, and recommendations)

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Execute sourcing strategy for Private Label & New Product Development through day-to-day ownership of initiatives, insights, and recommendations
• Build and improve repeatable sourcing processes and governance across Marketing, Product, Quality/Regulatory, Operations, Finance, and Legal
• Lead complex sourcing initiatives end-to-end, managing stakeholders, timelines, and deliverables
• Develop category strategies (make/buy, supplier segmentation, dual sourcing, risk mitigation) informed by market intelligence and business needs
• Own end-to-end RFx events (RFI/RFP/RFQ): strategy, supplier engagement, evaluation, award, and transition to performance management
• Create standardized templates and scorecards that balance total value (price, lead time, quality, service, innovation, sustainability)
• Lead negotiations to optimize total cost of ownership (TCO) and value creation (rebates, payment terms, delivery, SLAs, IP considerations)
• Develop and manage a supplier network, building partnerships that deliver innovation, capacity, quality, and competitive advantage
• Drive supplier performance management (KPIs, dashboards, quarterly business reviews), continuous improvement, and corrective actions
• Conduct market intelligence to understand supply/demand dynamics, cost drivers, regulatory changes, and geopolitical risk
• Partner with Product, Engineering, and Quality to accelerate Private Label and NPD pipelines—from concept to commercialization
• Support proto sampling, validation, and scale-up activities in alignment with quality standards and regulatory requirements
• Ensure design-for-supply, manufacturability, and sustainability are embedded early in product development
• Lead cost modeling, scenario analysis, and benchmarking to inform awards and portfolio decisions
• Track performance to plan (savings, cost avoidance, working capital, resiliency), reporting outcomes and insights to leadership
• Additional job duties as assigned

Skills/Experience Required:

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain, Engineering, or related field
• 5+ years’ experience in sourcing, procurement, and/or purchasing environments supporting product development and commercialization; medical device, medical/clinical expertise, or prior health care experience strongly desired
• Experience working with 3rd party contract manufacturers and/or direct manufacturing partners (medical devices or other healthcare solutions preferred)
• International sourcing experience preferred
• Experience with strategic sourcing and improving supplier performance
• Familiarity with contracting language and experience negotiating contracts with suppliers
• Understanding manufacturing and quality validation processes and best practices preferred
• Strong knowledge of supply chain principles and processes
• Strength in negotiations, cost/price analysis, and purchasing procedures
• Knowledge of bids, RFx events (RFI/RFP/RFQ), and reverse auctions
• Understanding of new product launch and commercialization; experience in product development and manufacturing processes desired
• Excellent communication skills (written and verbal) with demonstrated ability to lead and influence at all levels, including senior stakeholders and business leaders
• Experience with project planning and project management; ability to lead cross-functional project teams
• Proven ability to work successfully in a deadline-driven environment with a sense of urgency
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (advanced Excel and PowerPoint); experience with CRM and/or sourcing tools a plus

Sarnova is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We offer a competitive salary, commensurate with experience, along with a comprehensive benefits package, including 401(k) Plan. EEO/M/F/Veterans/Disabled. Our mission is to be the best partner for those who save and improve patients’ lives. Excellence in delivering upon our mission is dependent upon having a diverse team that is empowered to bring their full, authentic self to work each day. We strive to create a workplace that reflects the communities we serve, and we are passionate about creating an inclusive workplace that promotes and values diversity.