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Proper Hospitality is seeking an AI Workflow Fellow for a three month, execution focused program embedded with the CEO, President, and Chief of Staff. This role is responsible for building and deploying production ready AI workflows across our hotel portfolio, automating real operational processes tied to clear ROI, and integrating across systems including PMS, Snowflake, Microsoft 365, and guest experience platforms. This is hands on applied AI with live impact on property operations, not research or prototype work.

What This Is

We're not exploring AI at Proper Hotels. We're deploying it. Right now, AI runs our executive briefings, triages guest reviews across 11 properties, automates reporting pipelines, and handles operational workflows that used to eat hundreds of hours. We need someone who can build more of this, faster.

This is a single fellowship seat. You'll work directly with our CEO, President, Chief of Staff and executive team for three months and will be shipping production workflows from week one.

You are the execution engine inside Proper's broader Workflow & AI operating model.

What You'll Actually Do

Building (80%)

Build & Ship

• Design and deploy agent-based workflows that automate real operational tasks (not demos, not prototypes that sit on a shelf)
• Build within clearly defined ROI hypotheses approved by the Head of Workflow & AI (not speculative experiments)
• Wire together APIs across our stack: PMS, Snowflake, Notion, Microsoft 365, Google Workspace, Revinate, STR
• Build multi-agent systems that handle overnight operations, reporting rollups, task accountability, and guest experience triage
• Create tools that General Managers and department heads actually use daily

Identify & Automate

• Audit departmental workflows across the portfolio and find the manual processes burning the most hours
• Build the automation, test it on-property, iterate based on real feedback
• Transition tasks from \"someone does this by hand\" to \"this runs itself\" without losing the human touch that defines Proper

Strategy (20%)

Strategic Input

• Evaluate frontier capabilities weekly, but only deploy those that map to defined operational ROI
• Translate what's happening at the AI frontier into specific, actionable opportunities for luxury hospitality
• Help shape our internal AI skill-building program so the culture evolves with the technology

Who You Are

• You build agents and workflows, not just prompts. Show us something you've built that runs without you babysitting it
• You've shipped applied AI into production environments. Side projects count if they're real and running
• You can wire APIs together before lunch and present to the C-suite after it
• You navigate ambiguity without freezing. If a tool doesn't exist, you build it
• You understand that technology in a hotel should be invisible but felt. \"High Tech / High Touch\" isn't a slogan to you
• You're hands-on with LLMs (OpenAI, Anthropic, open-source), API orchestration, agent frameworks (eg. Openclaw), and data pipelines
• Bonus: experience with hospitality systems, revenue management, or guest experience platforms

Education

CS, Data Science, or MBA with a strong technical background preferred but not required. Non-traditional paths welcome if your portfolio speaks for itself

Program Details

• Duration: 3 months with potential to extend
• Experience: 0-2 years
• Compensation: $7,000 - $10,000/month depending on experience and location
• Access: Direct seat at the table with the CEO, President, and Chief of Staff
• Impact: Your work goes live on-property, affecting real guests and real revenue. This isn't a sandbox.

In your application please include two additional items:

• Something you've built that automates a real workflow (link, repo, or demo)
• A short note on what you'd build first if you had access to a luxury hotel portfolio's entire data stack

Why Join Proper Hospitality

At Proper, we build experiences that move people — and that begins with the team behind them. As a best-in-class employer, we're committed to creating one of the Best Places to Work in hospitality by nurturing a culture where creativity, excellence, and humanity thrive together.

Everything we do is grounded in the belief that hospitality is more than a profession - it's an opportunity to care for others and make lives better. Guided by the Pillars of Proper, we show up with warmth and authenticity (Care Proper), strive for excellence in everything we do (Achieve Proper), think creatively and resourcefully (Imagine Proper), and take pride in the style and culture that make us who we are (Present Proper).

We believe our people are our greatest strength, and we invest deeply in their wellbeing, growth, and sense of belonging. From comprehensive benefits to meaningful development programs, Proper is designed to help you build a career, and a life, that feels as inspiring as the experiences we create for our guests.

Our Commitment: Building the Best Place to Work

Our Best Place to Work initiative is a living commitment — a continuous investment in our people, our culture, and our purpose. We listen, learn, and evolve together to create an environment where everyone feels empowered to imagine boldly, achieve confidently, care deeply, and present themselves authentically.

At Proper, joining the team means more than finding a job — it means joining a community that believes in building beautiful experiences together, for our guests and for one another.

CNM LLP is a technical advisory services firm that works with the top local talent on the most comprehensive and intriguing projects for discerning clients ranging from start-ups to closely held mid-market companies to large multi-national Fortune 1000 firms. The CNM reputation is built upon a foundation of professional excellence and trusted relationships and is recognized nationally for commitment to excellence. Employees value the open and honest environment, consistent focus on work life balance and an outstanding culture that is difficult to find anywhere else in the professional services industry. This unwavering attention to providing an exceptional work environment has enabled CNM to be recognized as a Great Place to Work for three consecutive years, as well as one of the Best Places to Work in Los Angeles and Orange County.

We are currently searching for a Manager to join our high performing IT Internal Audit Advisory team in Los Angeles. We offer a hybrid (remote/onsite) work environment that will allow you to continue working with the flexibility that they have grown accustomed to over the past year, while also continuing to provide onsite service to our fantastic clients. There is local travel throughout Los Angeles only.

Responsibilities

• Creating system narratives, identifying key controls, and concluding on design and operating effectiveness of key controls
• Assist on the follow IT Internal Audit projects ( IT Strategy, Infrastructure Audits, Data Governance, Configuration Management)
• Advanced knowledge of recognized technology frameworks (COBIT, ITIL, FFIEC, etc.)
• Manage project teams to review and evaluate IT environments, risks, internal audit projects, and compliance
• Experience supporting clients in a co-sourced or fully outsourced IT Internal Audit team
• Manage project teams to review and assess IT environments, risks, internal audit projects, and compliance for companies that range from newly public high growth entities in rapidly changing environments to the largest entertainment and public companies.
• Ensure that our people and teams come first and that our exceptional culture continues to grow our people, providing opportunities for advancement for all team members
• Lead, develop, mentor and train teams
• Recommend internal control solutions that balance client resource constraints with the need to mitigate risk
• Maintain and build strong, collaborative client relationships
• Demonstrating clear and concise writing, and verbal skills to communicate complex issues in simple terms to clients and team members
• Producing quality deliverables evidenced through the need for minimal review time accurate review notes
• Respond to client needs and balance competing priorities with minimal client disruptions, while maintaining project progress

Qualifications

• BA/BS in Information Systems, Computer Science, Accounting, Business, Finance, Economics, Mathematics, Sciences, Engineering or related
• Minimum 5 IT Audit in professional services(Big 4 or mid-tier firm)
• Strong experience with IT Internal Audit
• Demonstrated track record in delivering internal audit advisory engagements to Financial Services clients within a professional services capacity is highly preferred
• Proficient in assessing IT general controls, IT application controls, key reports, and SOC reports
• Desire to pursue CISA, CIA, and/or CISSP (we compensate and reward for attaining these certifications)
• Familiar with industry research boards, standards, and frameworks, (IIA, PCAOB, AICPA, COSO, etc.)
• Able to think critically, maintain logical thought processes, and distill data effectively
• Excellent documentation and written skills, as well as exemplary verbal communication skills

Pay and Benefits

• 40-hour work week
• Training events to ensure CPE compliance
• Medical, Dental, Vision Plans
• 401(k) match
• PTO: 15 days accrued per year
• Company paid holidays, including company shutdown the week between Christmas and New Years
• 3 wellness days
• Various opportunities for peer engagement: quarterly huddles, happy hours, summer and a holiday party
• Monthly mobile reimbursement
• Reimbursement allowances: flex, technology, and health and wellness
• Fully stocked kitchen
• Overtime bonus and Performance bonus in addition to the base pay

CNM LLP offers an excellent base, bonus and incentive compensation package. The benefits package is designed to meet an employee's needs regardless of the stage an employee is at including medical, dental, paid maternity and parental leave, 401(k) with match and flexible spending accounts for employees and dependents. We offer training that assists employees in reaching their career goals and, in addition to a regular paid time off policy, we also offer an extra five days off between Christmas and New Year holidays annually for firm-wide shut down. CNM believes in social interaction and networking and employees participate in unbelievable social events each summer and winter. The firm also supports employees offering an annual technology bonus, health and wellness bonus, monthly cell phone reimbursement, fully stocked kitchens with food, drink and snacks and much, much more. Please reach out to our talent team and we will walk you through why you deserve a career with CNM LLP.

Please note: all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or protected veteran status, or any other legally protected basis, in accordance with applicable law. We will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable state and local laws.

General Manager - MRF

Position Summary:

The General Manager works in all business aspects (revenue growth and managing cost) of Material Recovery Facility (MRF). In addition, the General Manager will ensure the highest standards of environmental safety and operational excellence by effectively managing the day-to-day operation and continuous improvement of assigned MRF.

Essential Job Functions:

• Manage performance of operations and maintenance managers.
• Manage the day-to-day operations and maintenance, meeting performance standards and productivity metrics.
• Full P&L responsibility of Material Recovery Facility and Transfer Station, including all business aspects of operation (revenue growth, cost management, compliance, personnel development, capital projects, and budget development).
• Effectively lead team of 100+ employees in operation that includes MSW (Mixed Solid Waste) Processing, Transfer Station, Transportation, and Maintenance.
• Responsible for ensuring optimal workflow, staffing levels, and equipment utilization to achieve production and financial goals.
• Develop and coach staff; effectively communicate goals and expectations, and provide feedback on performance to employees.
• Ensure that facility is in compliance with all Federal, State, OSHA and Local regulations and requirements.
• Lead scheduled Operations meetings with Leadership Team.
• Review and analyze monthly financial/operational results with Board of Directors and Executive Team.
• Develop annual operating budget which includes revenue, cost projections, and capital projects.
• Manage Sales of Commodities, ensuring quality, competitive pricing, and movement of material.
• Effectively interact and communicate with vendors, customers, and other business associates.
• Well versed in all aspects of Waste and Recycling operations, including latest equipment and technology.
• Ensure the training and development of the skills of the workforce by providing proper guidance and coaching.
• Engaging in the interview process in order to hire the most talented and qualified personnel.
• Establish the necessary procedures to ensure overall safety of employees, customers and visitors.
• Engage employees to create a safe, energetic work environment through feedback and recognition.
• Ensure the cleanliness and maintenance of facility, equipment, and property through inspections and preventive maintenance programs.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree (Engineering preferred)
• 7 to 10 year's management experience.
• Experience managing a manufacturing operation with mechanical and processing equipment.
• Knowledge of DOT, OSHA, Dust Control, and other related state and federal regulations.
• Must have demonstrated leadership, problem solving and organizational skills.
• Good interpersonal skills and ability to coach and develop subordinates.
• Excellent communication and customer service skills.
• Ability to effectively interface with general public and regulatory agencies as well as political contacts.
• Ability to perform physical requirements of the position with or without reasonable accommodations.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Previous experience in a waste-recycling industry or industrial or manufacturing environment.

Benefits:

• Competitive wages
• Comprehensive benefit package Medical, Dental, Vision
• 401K
• Employee Assistance Program
• Life Insurance
• Paid Vacation and Sick Time
• Career plan
• Recognition programs
• Professional development learning
• An exceptional work environment

Athens will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance and any other applicable state, federal or local laws. EEO/M/F/disability/veteran

Company: G2G Ventures Inc, PBC

Job Title: Project Manager, New Product Launches

Location: Hybrid – Santa Monica, CA (3 days per week in office)

Department: Product Development

Reports to: Director of New Product Launches

About Us:

We are a startup revolutionizing beauty with a purpose: create the industry standard of "clean." Our premium skincare, makeup, and body care formulations combine uncompromising safety, efficacy, and environmental responsibility. And our vision transcends products.

We are committed to inspiring confident women (and others) to recognize their collective power to create meaningful change. Our innovative community-commerce ecosystem connects customers, beauty enthusiasts, and loyalists, allowing each person to align with our brand in ways that authentically reflect their values and aspirations.

From our formulas to our advocacy efforts to our community connection, we lead clean.

About the Role:

The Project Manager, New Product Launches will drive the end-to-end execution of new product development and go-to-market initiatives. Reporting to the Director of New Product Launches, this role serves as the operational engine behind cross-functional product launches — ensuring timelines are met, stakeholders are aligned, risks are mitigated, and deliverables are executed with excellence.

This individual will manage the detailed workstreams required to bring products from concept through commercialization — partnering closely with Product Development, Operations, Supply Chain, Marketing, Creative, Sales, Finance, and external vendors.

The ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced startup environment, is highly organized, and excels at turning strategy into action.

What You'll Do:

1. End-to-End Launch Management

• Build and manage comprehensive project timelines from concept to launch

• Define key milestones, dependencies, and critical paths

• Lead weekly cross-functional launch meetings and drive accountability

• Track risks, escalate issues proactively, and propose mitigation plans

• Ensure launches are delivered on time and aligned with business objectives

2. Cross-Functional Coordination

• Partner with Product Development on formulation, packaging, and testing timelines

• Collaborate with Operations and Supply Chain on forecasting, production, and inventory readiness

• Align with Marketing and Creative on campaign assets, messaging, and launch calendars

• Coordinate with Sales on retailer readiness, education tools, and sell-in timelines

• Ensure Finance alignment on costing, margin targets, and launch forecasts

3. Process & Operational Excellence

• Create and maintain standardized launch playbooks, templates, and tracking tools

• Improve workflows to increase efficiency and reduce time-to-market

• Maintain documentation including briefs, timelines, status reports, and post-mortems

• Support capacity planning and resource allocation across launch calendar

4. Vendor & External Partner Management

• Coordinate timelines with packaging vendors, contract manufacturers, testing labs, and creative agencies

• Track deliverables and hold partners accountable to agreed deadlines

• Support contract and SOW execution in partnership with leadership

5. Post-Launch Review & Optimization

• Lead post-launch retrospectives to identify wins and improvement areas

• Track launch performance metrics in partnership with Analytics and Sales

• Implement process improvements based on learnings

You'll Excel in This Role If You Are...

• Highly organized. You naturally create structure in ambiguity.

• Detail-oriented. Nothing slips through the cracks.

• Proactive. You anticipate risks before they become problems.

• Clear communicator. You drive alignment across diverse teams.

• Execution-driven. You love bringing ideas to life.

• Comfortable with pace. You thrive in dynamic, evolving startup environments.

What You'll Bring:

• 3–5 years of experience in project management, product development, brand operations, or related fields (beauty, CPG, or retail preferred)

• Proven experience managing cross-functional product launches

• Strong proficiency in project management tools (Asana, Monday, Jira, or similar)

• Excellent organizational and documentation skills

• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously with competing deadlines

• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to influence without authority

• Experience in beauty, skincare, or consumer goods strongly preferred

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience

Why This Role Is Exciting:

You'll play a pivotal role in shaping the future of a mission-driven beauty brand at a foundational stage. Your work will directly impact innovation, speed-to-market, and revenue growth. This is an opportunity to build scalable processes, influence cross-functional collaboration, and help define how clean beauty evolves in the market.

Counter is a people-powered movement that starts with those behind it. We're building a team that reflects the diversity of the communities we serve, where every individual is respected, supported, and empowered to thrive.

We know that different backgrounds, identities, and perspectives make us stronger, more creative, and better equipped to drive change. That's why we're committed to fostering an inclusive culture where everyone belongs.

Counter is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected status. We encourage all individuals to apply and join us in shaping a cleaner, more inclusive future for all.

Process Product Owner

As the Process Product Owner, you will bridge the gap between business users and technologists, facilitating clear and concise communication within the product team. Your role is crucial for continuously exploring and analyzing business performance to inform strategic planning. You will leverage your expertise in the Order to Cash and your deep understanding of the B2C parcel logistics industry to drive product development and optimization.

Responsibilities

• Define and scope complex project systems and facilitate communication between business leaders, OPS and IT.
• Consult with users and clients to resolve complex system issues by evaluating business processes, systems, and industry standards, and recommend solutions.
• Support internal process changes from requirements through implementation, providing input based on detailed analysis.
• Determine standard functional process flow in consultation with business clients and provide user and operational support.
• Identify and communicate risks and impacts, considering the business implications of functional teams and technology applications.
• Take end-to-end process ownership, working across engineering, operations, and business leads to set strategy, define the SOP, and make high-judgment feature delivery and trade-offs.
• Create documents related to the process life cycle, including product roadmap, business requirements, end-to-end process diagram and functional specifications.
• Drive process development across teams (Order to Cash) through business requirements, design, implementation, and continuous improvement.
• Advocate for the needs of customers and operations when working collaboratively with functional representatives/subject matter experts.
• Analyze and interpret data to drive business decisions and influence stakeholders.
• Provide mentorship and guidance to front line staff and other team members as needed.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in Product/Finance Management within the B2C last mile.
• B2C last mile experience is required for this role.
• Extensive experience and expertise in the parcel shipment lifecycle, including order creation, shipment handling, billing, invoicing, and revenue recognition.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to leverage data to drive business decisions and use metrics to influence stakeholders and measure outcomes.
• Experience with software implementations within finance operations
• Certified Agile or Scrum Product Owner is preferred.
• Proficient experience in using software such as Visio and Notion is preferred.
• Remote: Based in Los Angeles, CA, Chicago, IL, or Miami, FL

If you love creative design, we want to hear from you! The ideal candidate will be a qualified architect who is able to construct clear diagrams using AutoCAD. This candidate should have an in-depth knowledge of all steps related to project completion and diligently communicate with necessary people to ensure timely execution. This candidate should also be able to conduct quality assurance checks on a frequent basis in order to ensure regulations are being followed.

Responsibilities

• Create plans and drawings which clearly outline architectural design of project
• Utilize knowledge of engineering, math, science and materials in order to create ideal finished product
• Conduct site evaluations to ensure quality of work and adherence to safety standards
• Oversee and make recommendations throughout entire construction process
• Collaborate with various teams in order to establish goals, schedules and budgets

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in architecture
• 3+ years of experience in construction and architecture
• Strong organizational, creative and presentation skills
• Proficient in AutoCAD and Revit

Described as the "Uber of Content," Social Native is a marketplace technology company providing brands the ability to scale high-quality content creation and optimize their cross-channel digital marketing strategies. By connecting brands & agencies with a diverse network of creators, we provide data-driven insights, streamline content production, and improve performance across social and e-commerce channels. Brands like Unilever, Adidas, L'Oréal, Crocs, and Nestlé trust Social Native to enhance their paid and organic social strategies through user-generated content (UGC), branded content, and content editing solutions, ensuring they have the right creative assets to drive engagement and conversions.

We are seeking a dynamic and results-driven AI Product Manager to join our team. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience within the broader digital media, adtech, or martech landscape, ideally with exposure to influencer marketing or paid social. This role requires a proven track record of managing customer-facing products and features, with the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, start-up environment and juggle multiple products simultaneously. The successful candidate will bring deep experience using AI and agentic AI tools to streamline product development workflows, accelerate feature delivery, and drive product innovation. This is not a role where AI is a nice-to-have; it is central to how we build, ship, and iterate.

Key Responsibilities:

• Product Ownership: Lead the end-to-end lifecycle of customer-facing products, from ideation and requirement gathering to launch, optimization, and sunset, using AI tools to compress timelines and improve output quality at every stage.
• AI-Powered Product Development: Integrate AI and agentic AI tools (Cursor, Claude, v0, similar) into the product development workflow to automate spec writing, prototyping, QA, and iteration cycles. Identify where AI can replace or accelerate manual steps across the product lifecycle.
• Market Research: Conduct competitive analysis and gather insights to inform product strategy and identify new opportunities within the digital media, adtech, and influencer marketing ecosystems, leveraging AI to surface trends and synthesize data faster.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work closely with engineering, design, sales, and marketing teams to ensure alignment on product goals, priorities, and execution. Serve as the bridge between technical AI capabilities and business needs.
• Feature Development: Prioritize and define product features that align with customer needs and business objectives. Create detailed product specs, user stories, and wireframes, using AI to accelerate documentation and ideation.
• Customer Focus: Engage with users to gather feedback and continuously improve the product experience. Serve as the voice of the customer in product planning and decision-making.
• Workflow Automation: Proactively identify repetitive or manual product operations processes and build or implement AI-powered automations to eliminate them.
• Roadmap Management: Maintain a product roadmap that aligns with company goals and communicates this vision effectively across the organization.
• Data-Driven Decisions: Utilize data analytics and AI-generated insights to track product performance, measure success against KPIs, and iterate on product features to drive continuous improvement.
• Agility: Thrive in a fast-paced environment with the ability to manage multiple products simultaneously, quickly pivoting when necessary to meet evolving business needs.

Qualifications:

• Experience: 1-5+ years as a Product Manager within digital media, adtech, martech, or related domains. Experience in influencer marketing or paid social is a strong plus.
• AI & Agentic AI Experience: Demonstrated hands-on experience using AI tools to streamline product development. This means actually building with tools like Cursor, Claude, ChatGPT, v0, Make/n8n, or similar, not just prompting. Experience implementing agentic AI workflows that automate product operations is highly valued.
• Industry Knowledge: Solid understanding of customer-facing digital products, advertising ecosystems, and performance-driven product development.
• Start-Up Experience: Proven ability to work in a high-speed, start-up environment where adaptability and resourcefulness are key.
• Technical Skills: Familiarity with product management tools (e.g., JIRA), wireframing tools (e.g., Figma), and a good understanding of software development processes. Comfort working alongside engineers and understanding technical constraints.
• Communication: Exceptional verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to articulate complex concepts clearly and persuasively across teams and stakeholders.
• Customer-Centric: Deep passion for understanding customer needs and translating them into compelling product features and experiences.
• Education: Bachelor's degree required.

Social Native Perks:

One of the best perks of Social Native is working with amazing talented people! Come see what it's like to work at a fast-paced, venture-backed tech company. We are looking for smart, driven, fun people who are eager to take ownership of exciting projects and be a part of building something great.

• Attractive health, dental, and vision insurance coverage
• Competitive compensation
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Unlimited Vacation Policy

Publicly traded multi billion dollar global consumer products company is seeking a sharp Manager, Global Category Management – Strategic Sourcing at their corporate headquarters in Los Angeles. This role will play a pivotal role in the company and is responsible for managing a diverse portfolio of indirect spend on a global scale. This role demands a deep understanding of sourcing standard processes, the ability to lead cross-functional teams, and the strategic insight to optimize the global supply chain for indirect goods and services.

**Hybrid: 3 days/week on site** (will provide relocation assistance)

**$145-$155k + 10% bonus**

The Manager, Strategic Sourcing – Category Management will lead the strategic sourcing and category management for key packaging categories across North America, with potential to expand globally. This individual will serve as the corporate subject matter expert for assigned packaging categories—driving supplier strategy, pricing, contracts, and supply decisions.\

This role will lead cross-functional and cross-regional teams to deliver total value, optimize supply chain performance, foster supplier innovation, and ensure sustainable business growth across 2–3 major global categories.

Responsibilities

Strategic Leadership & Category Management

• Lead global cross-functional teams to optimize the supply chain for complex categories and commodity groups across all regions.
• Develop and execute long-term, multi-year category strategies that drive process improvement, material innovation, and supplier performance.
• Deliver annual cost savings and cost avoidance through strategic sourcing initiatives, process optimization, and supplier negotiation.

Supplier Relationship & Contract Management

• Serve as the primary point of contact for supplier communication, relationship management, and issue resolution.
• Build and maintain executive-level partnerships with key suppliers to align on innovation, cost improvement, and sustainability goals.
• Negotiate and implement global supply agreements that secure favorable terms, mitigate risks, and enhance overall value to the organization.

Innovation & Collaboration

• Partner with R&D, Packaging Engineering, ESG, Quality, Marketing, and Operations to integrate new materials, technologies, and designs that enhance product performance and sustainability.
• Collaborate with R&D to support new product development through component costing, commodity analysis, and supply chain risk assessment.
• Proactively identify market trends and emerging technologies that can drive competitive advantage in packaging design and supply.

Market Intelligence & Risk Management

• Monitor global market conditions, pricing trends, and material availability to anticipate supply risks and identify cost-saving opportunities.
• Lead supplier segmentation and global alignment initiatives to leverage total spend and maximize value across the enterprise.
• Develop and implement contingency plans to ensure supply continuity and business resilience.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, Finance, Accounting, or a related field.
• Minimum of 7+ years of progressive experience in procurement or sourcing, with at least 2 years in category management or strategic sourcing.
• Strong understanding of sourcing best practices, supplier management, and category strategy development.
• Proven ability to lead cross-functional, global initiatives and manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.
• Solid experience in contract negotiation, cost modeling, and supplier performance management.
• Demonstrated success in achieving measurable cost savings and supplier performance improvement.
• Experience managing packaging categories within the consumer goods, food, or manufacturing industries.
• Global sourcing experience and familiarity with sustainability or ESG-driven procurement strategies.
• Advanced analytical and strategic planning skills with a focus on innovation and continuous improvement.

Key Competencies

• Strategic thinker with strong business acumen and analytical skills.
• Excellent negotiation, communication, and influencing abilities.
• Collaborative leader who can effectively engage stakeholders across functions and regions.
• Results-oriented, adaptable, and able to thrive in a dynamic global environment.

CHROME HEARTS, the Fine Jewelry, Accessories, Shoes, Fragrance & Home Goods company renowned for its sophisticated life-inspired designs, was conceived in 1988 by Richard Stark in Los Angeles. Honoring a commitment to quality materials and timeless design, CHROME HEARTS now has thirty+ stores across North America, Europe, and Asia, and can be found in the most exclusive boutiques around the world.

SUMMARY/OBJECTIVE

Chrome Hearts is seeking an experienced Technical CAD Designer to join our Eyewear development and manufacturing team. In this role, you will generate 3D geometry for detailed products and tooling, 2D drawings and other manufacturing / quality control documents. This role starts where the creative process ends and supports the product development cycle all the way into serial manufacturing. This role integrates expertise in product development, manufacturing processes, tooling, document generation and control. This work is primarily done on a 3D CAD platform.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Produce detailed 3D geometry, documents and 2Ddrawings based on input from cross-functional teams including product engineering, process development, CAM, manufacturing, and QC.
• Design finished products, tooling, fixtures, and comprehensive technical documentation packages to facilitate manufacturing and quality control.
• Play an integral role in the team developing new or adapted manufacturing processes and equipment.
• Apply expertise in material and process tolerances to design moving parts and complex assemblies.
• Acquire proficiency in material properties for precious metals, plastics, wood, tool steel, aluminum, and 3D-printed materials to design components, complete assemblies, and process tooling.
• Adapt insights from existing manufacturing processes, product designs and materials to shape future development projects.
• Must have ability to articulate and understand complex concepts visually, verbally and in written form.
• Ability to process information from many sources, in different formats, to build a complete design package used to interface with manufacturing and suppliers.
• Ability to organize and store information in digital format.
• Familiarity with rapid prototype CNC manufacturing processes is advantageous.
• Stay abreast of current and historical design trends within the company.
• Interface with the data management system a plus.
• Inspect physical parts against the 3D model, generating reports on deviations and collaborating within a team to rectify issues and enhance processes.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Over 4 years of 3D modeling experience in an industrial environment with direct contact to the manufacturing team.
• Familiarity with Rhino 7 software is an advantage; training in this area is provided.
• Experience in tooling design.
• Knowledge of CNC machining processes, software, and tools is a plus.
• Ability to design for manufacturability and aesthetics.
• Proficient in developing manufacturing documents: BOMs, assembly drawings, basic schedules, and costing.
• Proficiency in conceptualizing and refining ideas through group brainstorming sessions.
• Excellent organizational skills.
• Familiarity with 3D printing is advantageous.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office suite.
• Must be able to work well with others and have excellent communication skills.
• Keen attention to detail. Adept to multitask in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to think independently and problem solve. Proven ability to work independently with limited direction and highly motivated

BENEFITS

• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Chrome Hearts provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

The pay range for this role is:

80k - 120k+ (plus) per year depending on level of experience

Role Overview:

Arrae is seeking a highly organized and detail-oriented Product Development Project Manager to lead and coordinate the product development process from concept to completion. This role requires a proactive, process-driven professional who can ensure timely project delivery, maintain thorough documentation, optimize workflows, and support the Product Development team in achieving strategic goals.

Key Responsibilities:

Project Lifecycle Management

• Oversee end-to-end product development projects, ensuring milestones are met on time and within scope.
• Support the team in planning, prioritizing, and executing tasks throughout the product development lifecycle.

Documentation Oversight

• Ensure all product-related documentation, including formulations, testing protocols, and regulatory files, is accurate, up-to-date, and systematically maintained.
• Implement processes for easy retrieval and long-term storage of critical documents.

Meeting Coordination

• Attend team and cross-functional meetings, capture detailed notes, and distribute organized summaries with clear action items.
• Ensure follow-up tasks are tracked and completed.

Template and Workflow Creation

• Develop and implement templates, SOPs, and tools to enhance organizational efficiency.
• Streamline workflows to improve team productivity and cross-functional collaboration.

Task Management

• Assign, monitor, and track tasks within Asana, supporting team members in meeting deadlines.
• Proactively identify bottlenecks and assist in resolving project challenges.

Digital Organization

• Maintain and optimize the Product Development Google Drive, ensuring all files and folders are well-organized, clearly labeled, and easily accessible.

Inventory Management

• Monitor R&D inventory levels and ensure necessary materials and supplies are available for ongoing projects.
• Coordinate with internal teams or vendors to replenish resources as needed.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field (Science, Engineering, Project Management, or equivalent experience).
• 3+ years of experience in product development project management, preferably in the cosmetics, wellness or supplements industry.
• Strong organizational and multitasking skills with meticulous attention to detail.
• Proficiency in Asana or similar project management tools.
• Experience maintaining digital documentation systems and workflow optimization.
• Excellent communication, meeting facilitation, and cross-functional collaboration skills.
• Knowledge of R&D processes, regulatory requirements, and inventory management is a plus.

Why Join Us:

• Be part of a mission-driven team dedicated to creating innovative, high-quality products that make a real impact.
• Work in a collaborative, fast-paced environment where your ideas, organization, and leadership directly shape product success.
• Enjoy opportunities for professional growth, skill development, and cross-functional exposure within a dynamic product development organization.

How to Apply

Interested candidates should submit their resume and a brief cover letter outlining their relevant experience and why they would be a valuable addition to our team. Please send your application to with "Product Development Project Manager" in the subject line.

ARRAE, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds and experiences.