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The Vendor Procurement & Carrier Strategy Manager is responsible for leading the sourcing, procurement, onboarding, performance management, and compliance oversight of third-party vendors and transportation carriers supporting Safeway Logistics and ECW operations. This role ensures the organization maintains a reliable, compliant, and cost-effective carrier and vendor network while mitigating operational, financial, legal, and regulatory risks.

The position plays a strategic role in capacity planning, carrier procurement strategy, cost management, and vendor compliance while partnering closely with Operations, Sales, Customer Solutions, Safety, Legal, and Finance teams to support scalable logistics solutions and customer growth.

Key Responsibilities

Vendor Procurement & Management

• Lead the sourcing, evaluation, and selection of transportation, warehousing, and logistics-related vendors and carriers.
• Negotiate vendor and carrier contracts including pricing structures, service level agreements (SLAs), fuel programs, accessorial schedules, and renewal terms.
• Maintain a centralized vendor and carrier database including contracts, certifications, insurance documentation, compliance records, and performance data.
• Monitor vendor and carrier performance against KPIs and SLAs, addressing deficiencies and implementing corrective actions.
• Establish vendor and carrier scorecards to evaluate cost efficiency, service reliability, safety performance, on-time delivery, and claims ratios.
• Conduct quarterly business reviews (QBRs) with key strategic vendors and carriers to drive performance improvements and operational alignment.

Carrier Procurement & Network Strategy

• Develop and execute a carrier procurement strategy to ensure sufficient transportation capacity for all customer freight, including peak season and surge volume requirements.
• Build and maintain a diverse, reliable carrier network across transportation modes including FTL, LTL, and final mile.
• Identify, evaluate, and onboard new carriers and brokers to support expanding customer needs while ensuring compliance and service expectations.
• Conduct market analysis on lane rates, capacity trends, and carrier performance to optimize transportation cost and service levels.
• Lead annual and quarterly RFP/RFQ bid events for major transportation lanes and customer programs.
• Develop lane pricing strategies to support competitive customer quotes while protecting company margins.
• Maintain a centralized rate repository for all contracted carriers to ensure accurate and accessible pricing for internal teams.

Compliance & Risk Management

• Ensure all vendors and carriers comply with applicable federal, state, and local regulations including DOT, FMCSA, OSHA, and insurance requirements.
• Oversee vendor and carrier onboarding processes including background checks, insurance verification, licensing, and safety documentation.
• Implement a carrier risk management model to identify high-risk vendors or carriers and enforce remediation plans or removal when necessary.
• Partner with Safety and Legal teams to manage claims, incident investigations, and carrier corrective action plans.
• Support regulatory audits, inspections, and compliance reviews related to third-party vendors and carriers.

Capacity Planning & Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Partner with Operations and Customer Service teams to forecast freight demand and align carrier capacity accordingly.
• Work closely with Customer Solutions and Operations to match carriers with customer requirements including special handling, temperature-controlled shipments, high-value freight, and time-sensitive deliveries.
• Support Sales teams with carrier network insights during customer onboarding, pricing development, and logistics solution design.
• Lead weekly cross-functional reviews to evaluate capacity planning, carrier performance, and cost-to-serve analysis.
• Develop and track KPIs for carrier and vendor performance including:
• On-time pickup and delivery
• Tender acceptance rates
• Claims frequency
• Safety performance
• Cost efficiency

Reporting & Technology Enablement

• Provide leadership with regular reporting on vendor compliance, carrier performance, cost trends, and risk exposure.
• Implement and leverage logistics technology tools including TMS platforms, carrier portals, and analytics dashboards to improve procurement visibility and decision-making.
• Maintain accurate reporting for leadership to support strategic planning and operational improvements.

Required Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in vendor procurement, carrier procurement, supply chain management, or logistics operations
• Strong knowledge of transportation compliance and regulatory requirements
• Proven experience managing carrier/vendor contracts, procurement processes, and risk mitigation strategies
• Experience negotiating transportation pricing, carrier agreements, and service contracts
• Strong analytical, negotiation, and problem-solving skills
• Experience working cross-functionally with operations, sales, and compliance teams

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in 3PL, transportation management, or warehousing environments
• Familiarity with DOT, FMCSA, safety compliance, and carrier qualification programs
• Experience leading transportation procurement events (RFP/RFQ)
• Strong collaboration and cross-functional leadership capabilities
• Experience using TMS systems, logistics analytics tools, or procurement platforms

CORNBREAD is a fast-casual, fast-paced, farm-to-table, fun-to-work-at restaurant focusing on authentic soul food and the use of innovative technology to provide a unique and family-friendly dining experience. We’re proud to source all of our ingredients from local farmers and shops. Our food is always fresh because we prepare our meals around the clock with great love and care. Please visit our website at to learn more about our company values. 

Salary Range: $50,000 - $65,000

Job Summary

The General Manager builds a healthy business and protects the culture within their restaurants. In this role, they are expected to operate with a high level of responsibility, quality, ethics, and professionalism while ensuring the operational needs of the restaurant are met. They provide team leadership to all support staff, including Assistant Managers, Crew Chiefs, and restaurant team members. In this role, they ensure consistent and exceptional quality and customer service for all guests.

People & Culture

• Recruit, train, and build a diverse highly functioning team per Cornbread 101 Training Program standards
• Communicate proactively, professionally, and positively with the team and guests
• Follow up consistently to develop and maintain trust
• Demonstrate compassion and care while setting clear expectations and accountability
• Confront, diffuse, and resolve difficult situations in a proactive, fair, and solution-oriented manner
• Coach team to meet and exceed cornbread standards and treat all guests and each other with respect 
• Execute and deliver performance appraisals and merit increase processes for all applicable team members in a fair and equitable manner
• Maintain up-to-date posters, bulletins, and employee communication 
• Maintain low turnover of staff

Health, Safety, & Quality

• Ensure food standard and safety compliance including storage, food specifications, recipes, plating, and garnishes
• Ensure compliance with SOP in the areas of food specifications, recipes, plating, and garnishes
• Train Team Members on food handling techniques including hygiene following Cornbread standards
• Develop and maintain a safety program in the restaurant that incorporates a safety committee, safety meetings, and information on the use of safety tools and procedures
• Ensure compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local regulations
• Ensure food is presented well and served at appropriate temperatures, within standard ticket times
• Actively prevent workers comp and guest incidents by ensuring safety in the restaurant
• Cornbread is following all of the recommended guidelines provided by the New York & New Jersey Department of Health and the CDC
• Follow all Covid-19 protocols

Hospitality

• Create an environment that is passionate about hospitality
• Educate the team so they are familiar with the story of Cornbread
• Build relationships with guests by communicating warmly and effectively
• Seek opportunities to connect with guests on the floor
• Ensure the approved guest feedback system is in use and acted upon

Business Management & Growth

• Execute annual financial, local restaurant marketing, guest service, and human resource objectives, strategies, and tactics
• Develop and maintain a labor schedule that is efficient and cost-effective
• Build sales consistently and deliberately by implementing approved marketing and promotional items
• Purchase (POP) materials, posters, and placemats
• Oversee inventory management including PARS adherence, timely ordering, and supply chain management
• Maintain the restaurant structure including but not limited to appliances, equipment, deep cleaning, sanitation practices, indoor and exterior restaurant appearance
• Follow proper cash handling procedures
• Attend all required leadership meetings
• Provide quarterly reports on the state of the business

Qualifications

• Food Service: 4 years of food service experience.
• Years in Mgmt: 3 years min.
• People skills: Dealing with the public and team proactively, professionally, and positively.
• Ownership: Takes initiative, personally drives & takes pride in business.
• Proficiency in technology, writing, reading, and working knowledge of spreadsheets required
• Food Handlers certificate within 30 days or Serv Safe equivalent 
• Ability to lift 30+ lbs and stand for long periods
• Exhibit pride

This job description is not an exhaustive task list of every function of the role, other tasks and job responsibilities as assigned.

Cornbread is an equal-opportunity employer. Cornbread will not discriminate against any applicant for employment on any basis including, but not limited to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, military and/or veteran status, marital status, predisposing genetic characteristics and genetic information, or any other classification protected by federal, state, and local laws.

Doceree is the only Healthcare OS in the pharmaceutical ecosystem. As the first global network of physician-only platforms for programmatic messaging, Doceree is transforming the digital communication landscape in the global healthcare industry.

Doceree provides the most comprehensive solution to Healthcare and Life Sciences advertisers to reach their target audience in the most effective and efficient way through programmatic digital advertising.

Our Core Belief: Technology can connect fragmented healthcare ecosystems to deliver information when it is most needed to improve patients' outcomes.

We are expanding our footprints across the globe and enhancing our services, offering, and developing new products and solutions to address the unmet needs of the industry. Doceree is operating in 25 countries currently with offices in the US, India, and UK.

What you’ll Do

As Social Media Manager you will play a critical role in amplifying Doceree’s marketing efforts across LinkedIn (primary focus), Instagram, Facebook, and X (Twitter). This role will develop and execute channel-wise promotion strategies for ongoing campaigns and larger marketing initiatives, ensuring maximum reach, engagement, and lead generation. The ideal candidate will have a strong grasp of organic and paid social media strategies, with proven experience in running paid lead-generation campaigns for B2B brands.

Campaign Amplification:

• Strategically promote Doceree’s ongoing marketing campaigns, thought leadership content, and larger brand initiatives through organic and paid efforts.

Paid Social & Lead Generation:

• Plan, execute, and optimize boosted posts and paid campaigns to drive awareness, engagement, and high-quality leads, especially on LinkedIn.

Performance Optimization:

• Track and analyze key social media metrics (engagement, reach, CTR, conversion rates, etc.), making data-backed recommendations to improve performance.

Audience Targeting & Ad Optimization:

• Leverage platform-specific targeting tools to reach the right HCP and pharma marketing audience for maximum impact.

Content Collaboration:

• Work closely with content, creative, and corporate communications teams to ensure consistent messaging and visual alignment across platforms.

Trend & Competitor Analysis:

• Stay updated on the latest social media trends, algorithm changes, and best practices in B2B marketing to keep Doceree’s approach ahead of the curve.

Who you are

• 3-5 years of experience in social media marketing, with a strong focus on B2B brands.
• Proven expertise in LinkedIn advertising, including lead-gen campaigns, audience segmentation, and analytics.
• Hands-on experience in boosting posts and running paid campaigns across LinkedIn, Instagram, Facebook, and X.
• Strong analytical skills with experience using social media analytics tools (LinkedIn Campaign Manager, Meta Ads Manager, Google Analytics, etc.).
• Ability to craft platform-specific strategies that drive engagement and conversions.
• Excellent communication and project management skills.
• Experience in healthcare, pharma, or technology marketing is a strong plus.
• Entrepreneurial and adaptable – you are energized by the ambiguity, comfortable building structure where little exists, and motivated by the opportunity to be part of a high-growth company.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and bonus
• Stellar health care plan options for you and your family (Medical, Dental & Vision)
• 401K + 4% Matching
• Generous PTO, vacations & sick leave
• Extensive paid parental/maternity leave
• Team events

At Doceree, we know that our Company’s strength lies in the diversity of our employees. Doceree is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and we provide equal employment and advancement opportunities to all individuals, regardless of their race, colour, national origin, religion, sex, parental status, age, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, veteran status, gender identity or expression, transgender status, sexual orientation, marital, family or partnership status, political affiliation or activities, military service, immigration status, or any other status protected under applicable federal, state and local laws. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know in advance.

About Diversified:

Diversified is a global leader in audio visual and media innovation, recognized for designing and building the world's most experiential environments. Our award-winning team specializes in delivering solutions for the most complex, large-scale and immersive installations. Serving a global clientele that includes major media organizations and retailers, sports and live performance venues, corporate enterprises, and government agencies, Diversified partners with clients to create spaces that bring people together and keep them coming back.

What to Expect:

At Diversified, we're on a mission to create a world without boundaries, where technology enables all people to connect and experience the moments that matter, wherever they choose to be. With clients spanning the globe and an exciting pipeline of projects across industries, Diversified offers more than just a job. We offer a career path with the flexibility to grow personally and professionally, wherever your ambitions take you.

As a Diversified associate, you'll dive headfirst into big, complex, and rewarding projects that push the boundaries of what's possible. Plus, you'll enjoy a flexible work environment, competitive compensation and benefits, and a culture that celebrates diversity and inclusion.

IF YOU CAN DREAM IT, YOU CAN DO IT AT DIVERSIFIED.

How You'll Contribute:

The installation technician is responsible for performing a wide variety of installation duties on technology projects for our clients. This position is the key field position for the bulk of the actual work that gets done in our clients buildings. The install tech needs to coordinate with project management, field superintendents and others to fully understand their role on specific projects. They interpret our drawing packages to create the basis of the finished systems. This installation can include displays, projectors, loudspeakers, microphones, equipment racks, etc. Will also provide advice and guidance to Associate Installation Technicians as necessary.

Location: Must live in the Washington DC - VA area.

What You'll Do:

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• Perform structured cabling installation: pull, terminate, label, and dress cables per project documentation and standards.
  
  
• Complete physical installation and wiring of AV devices (displays, speakers, microphones, cameras, control interfaces, etc.).
  
  
• Assemble, populate, and dress equipment racks with a high degree of workmanship and adherence to design documents.
  
  
• Solder and terminate connectors according to project specifications and accepted industry practices.
  
  
• Execute light physical construction tasks as required (e.g., blocking, mounting surfaces, hardware installation).
  
  
• Follow Diversified's installation procedures, quality guidelines, and safety protocols with minimal deviation.
  
  
• Maintain accurate daily records: timesheets, daily field reports, checklists, and as-built documentation.
  
  
• Collaborate effectively with Project Managers, Engineers, and Lead Technicians to ensure project milestones are met.
  
  
• Represent Diversified professionally on active job sites, including client and construction environments.
  
  
• Actively participate in ongoing training and skill development toward advancing technical proficiency.
  
  

Complexity:

This level of technician will be responsible for performing tasks on clients job sites with little supervision. On smaller projects this position may be responsible for the coordination with clients, contractors and subcontractors.

Decision Making Authority:

This position is often alone on the job sites and requires making good judgement about decisions that need to be made. In general the project manager and a site supervisor are available to answer questions. This position requires good diplomacy in working with our clients and other key stakeholders on the job sites.

Physical Working Environment:

Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that may be met by an employee. The employee may be exposed to construction site conditions on a regular basis. Employee will be responsible for their safety while on job sites and to comply with all safety regulations in place by the GC. Use of PPE is usually required on job sites. The employee can typically spend at least 60% of their time on their feet and be required to mobile around the construction site. The employee must have the ability to occasionally climb ladders, use stairs and lift and/or move materials up to 40 pounds in construction areas. The individual is regularly required to use keyboards, test equipment and controls required for SI installation projects. Specific vision abilities required for this job include close vision, distance vision, peripheral vision and depth vision. When not on construction sites, the employee will experience normal office conditions and be required to use office equipment such as computers, peripherals, etc.

Travel:

Frequent travel by car and occasional airplane trips are required. Employee must possess a valid driver's license in their state of residence. Employee will be required to use their own vehicle and will be reimbursed for mileage at the current corporate rate. Local travel to job sites (within a 2 hour driving distance each way) will make up 70-90% usually but remote travel can be up to 30% of the job at times. 10% remote travel is required on a regular basis.

What You'll Bring:

Education/ Certifications:

* High school or GED equal
* AVIXA CTS Certification is desired.
* Must have a valid drivers license and adhere to our insurance requirements
* OSHA 30 Certificate is highly desired. (NYC OSHA30 is desired)
* Other relevant certifications may be required or preferred based on the technology focus of the position.

Required Skills/Qualifications:

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• 1+ years as an associate technician and/or fabrication technician or related industry experience.
  
  
• Proven ability to perform core AV installation tasks with minimal direct instruction.
  
  
• Competency with hand tools, power tools, and installation materials required for AV integration.
  
  
• Strong understanding of cabling types, termination techniques, and device mounting requirements.
  
  
• Ability to interpret functional design drawings, cable riser diagrams, and architectural drawings.
  
  
• Comfortable working on ladders, lifts, and in construction environments.
  
  
• Strong work ethic, attention to detail, and commitment to quality workmanship.
  
  
• Effective communication skills and ability to collaborate within a project team.
  
  
• Flexibility and adaptability to evolving site conditions and project priorities.
  
  

What We Offer:

Along with competitive compensation, you will be eligible for the following benefits:

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• Multiple medical plan options to suit your family's needs
  
  
• Dental (including orthodontic coverage) and vision plans
  
  
• Company paid Basic Life, AD&D, Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance, and Employee Assistance Plan (EAP)
  
  
• Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
  
  
• 401k with Employer Match
  
  
• Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays
  
  
• Voluntary Benefits: Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity, Accident Insurance, Pet Insurance, Homeowners and Auto Insurance, Supplemental Term and Dependent Life and AD&D, and Legal Services
  
  
• Commuter Benefits
  
  
• And much more
  
  

To learn more about becoming part of the Diversified team, visit us at our career siteor email us at .

Diversified is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace. All aspects of employment will be based on job requirements, individual qualifications, merit, performance, and business need. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law. We believe in fair and equitable hiring practices and strive to create an environment where all individuals feel valued and empowered.

If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in the application or interview process due to a disability, please contact so we can assist you.

Our compensation ranges reflect the cost of labor across several US geographic markets. The pay details below range from our lowest geographic market up to our highest geographic market. Pay is based on several factors including market location and may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills and experience depending on the position offered, and other forms of compensation may be provided as part of a total compensation package, in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits.

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.

We bring together creativity and science for consumer products that are all connected through a powerful web of technical capabilities. By combining our inventiveness and insights with the latest technologies, we always challenge ourselves to push boundaries and explore new ideas. This helps our diverse customers to develop refreshing, reliable, and recognizable products that brighten up everyday moments. As consumer needs are constantly evolving, our imagination comes together to bring fresh new fragrant ideas for every market.

As the Regional Account Manager for a major account in North America (NOAM), you will manage a crucial part of our business and lead the NOAM commercial team. You will be onsite, based in East Hanover, NJ. As a part of a Global Team, you will report to the World Account Manager who is based in Argenteuil, France. It is a leadership role, and you will join the North America Management Committee.

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• Commercial Leadership: Implement the global account strategy and develop a solid strategy for North America. Build, communicate, review, and monitor strategic plans, sales, profit forecasts, and budget. Grow Givaudan business worldwide, with regional responsibility, by managing top and bottom lines. Ensure we are positioned as the supplier of choice to participate in the customer's core list and targeted briefs. Manage the activity and the performance of the regional supply chain in close collaboration with operations. Further build and use fruitful connections with Fine Fragrance and Active Beauty Teams.
  

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• Customer Influence: Develop an understanding of our customer's organization, including main decision makers, and develop relationships with multiple levels of management. Establish and maintain relationships throughout the company internally to ensure the best results are achieved while working as a cohesive team.
  

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• Team Partner: Establish the appropriate regional structure to increase the account coverage, aligned with the customer's organization. Manage the activity and performance of the team under your direct responsibility. Lead and motivate the sales team to exceed customer expectations. Develop the team and prepare them for their future career moves. Work with Givaudan management on talent development and succession planning.
  

You?

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• University degree in applicable discipline. Advanced Degree helpful
  
• 10+ years' major account experience
  
• Experience working internationally, across categories, brands, and geographies
  
• Experience facilitating senior strategic relationships between Givaudan and customer/customer decision-makers at assigned accounts
  
• Experience leading and motivating a high-achieving team
  
• Competence in olfactive skills
  

Benefits include Major Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Disability, Family Leave and a High Matching 401k

Education and experience partly determine Job Title and Base Salary, and our compensation program guidelines determine them. Target pay is $187k - $200k

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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.