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Supply Manager, Sourcing, Raw & Direct Materials, Manufacturing

Denver CO.

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Competitive Salary [about $116K] Bonus, Full & Comprehensive Benefits, World Class Manufacturer

The Category Manager – Direct Materials is accountable for developing and executing sourcing strategies that optimize cost, quality, and supply continuity across s operations. This role leads complex, multi‑facility sourcing initiatives; drives supplier performance and capability development; and partners closely with R&D, Product Management, and operations teams to deliver measurable business results.

• Do you have experience sourcing raw or direct materials for manufacturing plants?

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Sourcing & Category Performance

• Develop and execute data‑driven sourcing strategies for resale product categories to improve cost structure, mitigate risk, and enhance supplier value.
• Build and maintain robust should‑cost models to guide negotiations, evaluate pricing proposals, and support long‑term cost optimization.
• Deliver year‑over‑year cost savings through structured negotiations, supplier workshops, competitive bidding, value engineering, and supply‑base rationalization.
• Monitor and report category performance using monthly scorecards, KPIs, and executive‑level updates.

Project & Supplier Management

• Lead multi‑functional project teams—spanning R&D, Product Management, Operations, Finance, and Quality—to qualify new suppliers, onboard new products, and support product innovation initiatives.
• Drive supplier development programs to enhance supplier capabilities, improve quality, and ensure long‑term alignment with business objectives.
• Manage contracts across the resale category, ensuring compliance, performance tracking, and timely renewals.
• Identify and implement process improvements that streamline supply chain operations and eliminate inefficiencies.

Cross‑Functional Collaboration & Stakeholder Engagement

• Serve as the primary commercial interface for internal stakeholders across facilities, ensuring seamless communication, alignment, and timely issue resolution.
• Partner with R&D and Product Managers to evaluate alternative materials, support new product development, and enable sustainable sourcing decisions.

Risk Management & Supply Continuity

• Ensure uninterrupted supply of resale products to facilities by proactively identifying risks, developing contingency plans, and maintaining strong supplier relationships.
• Conduct root‑cause analyses for supply disruptions and lead corrective‑action initiatives in partnership with suppliers and internal teams.

Qualifications

Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree required.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in supply chain or related experience, 3 of which should be experience sourcing with a major organization.
• CPSM certification desirable.

Technical Skills

• Demonstrated experience with should‑cost modeling and cost‑analysis techniques.
• Strong contract negotiation skills, working knowledge of contract development, contract law.
• Working knowledge of commodity management principles and e‑sourcing tools.
• Experience with SAP/similar ERP system; proficient: Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook.

Leadership & Soft Skills

• Proven ability to manage supplier relationships and lead cross‑functional projects to successful outcomes.
• Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills, including presenting to non‑technical audiences.
• Strong analytical, strategic‑thinking, and problem‑solving abilities.
• Proactive, collaborative approach with openness to feedback, mentoring, and continuous improvement.

Skills and Certifications [note: bold skills and certification are required]

Experience managing $20M in spend

Contract experience. Sourcing direct materials for a manufacturing company

Candidate Details: 5+ to 7 years’ experience

Seniority Level – Associate/Management Experience Required - No

Minimum Education - Bachelor's Degree

Screening Questions:

Do you have experience sourcing raw or direct materials for manufacturing plants?

Ideal Candidate: Candidate must come from another manufacturing company where they are sourcing raw or direct materials.

CONTACT/SEND RESUME:

Bill Marek - CEO

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Responsibilities:

· Perform failure analysis of materials/hardware to determine the root cause of failure and identify failure modes.

· Perform materials analysis and characterization.

· Perform weld joint analysis.

· Perform materials testing per industry standard specifications and internal requirements.

· Perform inspection of printed wiring board for defects and anomalies.

· Use analytical tools and equipment to inspect and analyze parts, materials, and flight hardware.

Basic Qualifications for Systems Engineer - Integration and Test:

· Bachelor's degree in Materials Engineering. Bachelor’s degree is Physics with some background in materials is acceptable.

· Knowledge and experience with lab equipment, such as, scanning electron microscope, optical microscope, spectroscopy, x-ray equipment.

Preferred Qualifications for Systems Engineer - Integration and Test:

· Familiarity with materials, such as, aluminum, titanium, steel.

· Familiarity with processes, such as, rolling, forging, heat treatment, welding, corrosion.

· Familiarity with industry standard documents, e.g., ASTM, ASM, NASA, MIL.

Category Manager - Raw Materials

Las Vegas, NV (onsite) or Fort Worth, TX

We are currently looking to hire a Category Manager – Raw Materials for our client, a U.S.-based industrial manufacturer supporting advanced manufacturing, electrification, and next-generation technologies. Their materials play a critical role across automation, energy, transportation, and other asset-intensive markets, helping strengthen domestic supply chains.

This role is well suited for an experienced category management or strategic sourcing professional who has supported direct materials or commodity sourcing in industrial environments. As Category Manager, you will be responsible for developing and executing sourcing strategies for critical raw materials while partnering closely with Operations, Engineering, Supply Chain, and Finance to ensure supply continuity, cost optimization, and risk mitigation.

What You’ll Do:

• Own and execute category strategies for raw materials supporting manufacturing and processing operations
• Lead sourcing activities including supplier identification, competitive bidding, negotiations, and contract execution
• Analyze market conditions, cost drivers, and supply risks to support informed sourcing decisions
• Develop cost models, total cost of ownership analyses, and business cases to drive value creation
• Partner cross-functionally to forecast demand and support production and capital project requirements
• Manage supplier performance through scorecards, reviews, and continuous improvement initiatives
• Identify and mitigate supply risks through contingency planning, dual sourcing, and inventory strategies
• Maintain accurate pricing, supplier, and contract data within procurement and ERP systems
• Prepare and present sourcing strategies, performance metrics, and risk assessments to leadership

What We’re Looking For:

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business, Engineering, Finance, or a related field
• 5+ years of experience in category management, strategic sourcing, or procurement within manufacturing, chemicals, mining, or heavy industrial environments
• Experience managing direct material or commodity categories
• Strong analytical skills, including spend analysis, cost modeling, and supplier evaluation
• Proven negotiation skills and experience managing complex supplier relationships
• Ability to work cross-functionally and influence stakeholders in fast-paced operational settings

In return, you’ll join a growing industrial organization where sourcing decisions directly impact operations and long-term performance. The role offers meaningful ownership, exposure to complex supply chains, and a competitive compensation and benefits package.

For immediate consideration, please send your resume to

Facilities and Business Operations:

The Facilities and Business Operations at UCF is dedicated to fostering a conducive educational environment for our faculty, staff, students, and the broader community. We are committed to excellence, providing unparalleled expertise, and maintaining a world-class standard in service.

Please visit us at: or Facebook and Instagram: UCF Facilities

The Opportunity:

Facilities and Business Operations is seeking to hire a Materials Handler II at the UCF Downtown campus. The Materials Handler II is responsible for supporting daily operations by receiving, processing, and delivering materials, supplies, and packages to university departments. This role also maintains the Receiving Bay and assists other Receiving, Stores, and Surplus staff as needed.

Responsibilities:

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• Receive and unload incoming shipments.

  
  

• Verify accuracy of deliveries by comparing packing slips with purchase orders.

  
  

• Sort, count, package, label, insure, unpack, and/or log inventory for processing.

  
  

• Inspect incoming materials for damage or defects and record discrepancies.

  
  

• Notify supervisor and/or recipient of any issues with shipments.

  
  

• Deliver materials and packages to requesting university departments.

  
  

• Obtain authorized signatures for delivered items.

  
  

• Maintain department databases and prepare routine reports.

  
  

• File shipping and receiving records in an organized manner.

  
  

• Operate equipment such as dollies, pallet jacks, and forklifts as needed.

  
  

• Follow all departmental policies, procedures, and safety standards.

  
  

• Ensure proper care and use of tools, equipment, and supplies.

  
  

• Willingness or ability to obtain a forklift certification.

  
  

• Process or notify Environmental Health & Safety (EH&S) regarding hazardous or universal waste shipments according to policy.

  
  

• Warehouse & Facility Maintenance.

  
  

• Organize and maintain the "Shop Stock" warehouse, including labeling items with part numbers and pricing when available.

  
  

• Keep the receiving area, warehouse, and service yard clean and orderly.

  
  

Additional Duties

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• Assist other Facilities Operations areas during staffing shortages or emergencies.

  
  

• Perform other related duties as assigned.

  
  

Minimum Qualifications:

High School Diploma or Equivalent and 2+ years of relevant experienceor an equivalent combination of education and experience pursuant to Fla. Stat. 112.219(6).

Preferred Qualifications:

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• Experience in shipping, receiving, warehouse operations, or materials handling in an institutional or industrial setting.

  
  

• Working knowledge of inventory control practices, including sorting, labeling, logging, and tracking materials.

  
  

• Familiarity with using warehouse equipment such as pallet jacks, dollies, and forklifts (forklift certification preferred).

  
  

• Experience handling hazardous or universal waste or working within EH&S guidelines.

  
  

• Strong attention to detail when verifying packing slips, purchase orders, and shipment accuracy.

  
  

• Ability tomaintainorganized, clean, and efficient workspaces, including receiving bays and warehouse areas.

  
  

The most successful candidates maypossessthe following qualities:

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• Proficiency with basic computer applications and database systems used for inventory, order tracking, and recordkeeping.

  
  

• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to provide courteous, professional service to campus departments.

  
  

• Ability to work independently, prioritize tasks, and manage time effectively in a fastpaced environment.

  
  

• Previousexperience in a facilities, operations, orlogisticsdepartment within a university or similar organization.

  
  

Health Assessment Required:

The UCF policy requires completion and passing of a physical exam for this position.

Special Instructions to the Applicants:

The anticipated hourly rate for this position is $14 to $17. The final salary will be determined based on the candidate's qualifications, experience, and internal equity considerations.

Position requires a valid Class E driver's license. This position may involve driving to various locations on and off campus to conduct University business.

Applicant must be authorized to work for any U.S. employer, as sponsorship is not available for this position now or in the future.

Are you ready to unleash YOUR potential?

As a next-generation public research university and Forbes-ranked top employer in Florida, we are a community of thinkers, doers, creators, innovators, healers, and leaders striving to create broader prosperity and help shape a better future. No matter what your role is, when you join Knight Nation, you'll play an integral role at one of the most impactful universities in the country. You'll be met with opportunities to connect and collaborate with talented faculty, staff, and students across 12 colleges and multiple campuses, engaging in impactful work that makes a positive difference. Your time at UCF will provide you with many meaningful opportunities to grow, you'll work alongside talented colleagues on complex projects that will challenge you and help you gain new skills, and you'll have countless rewarding experiences that go well beyond a paycheck.

Working at UCF has its perks!UCF offers:

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• Benefit packages, including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Flexible Spending, and Employee Assistance Program

  
  

• Paid time off, including annual and sick time off and paid holidays

  
  

• Retirement savings options

  
  

• Employee discounts, including tickets to many Orlando attractions

  
  

• Education assistance

  
  

• And more...For more benefits information, view the UCF Employee Benefits Guide.

  
  

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Unless explicitly stated on the job posting, it is UCF's expectation that an employee of UCF will reside in Florida as of the date the employment begins.

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Veteran's Preference:

Preference will be given to eligible veterans and their eligible spouses in accordance with Chapter 295 of the Florida Statutes. Applicants claiming preference are responsible for providing required documentation by the closing date of the position. For more information on Veterans' Preference, please visit

As a Florida public university, the University of Central Florida makes all application materials and selection procedures available to the public upon request.

UCF is proud to be a smoke-free campus and an E-Verify employer.

If an accommodation due to a disability is needed to apply for this position, please call or email .

For general application or posting questions, please email .

Education: High School education or GED preferred.

Experience: OSHA Forklift and HAZMAT certification a plus

What you'll be doing:

Warehouse material handlers' essential duties are to perform various tasks in the warehouse such as but not limited to:

• Inbound: Unload trucks, trailers, containers of freight, counting products, compare to manifest to check all shipments for damage, infestation, or production code dates. Material handlers must report shortages, damages, and mis-shipments on appropriate forms. Also be able to sign for inbound shipments when necessary. All inbound shipments are moved safely to storage locations to be efficiently stacked as store merchandise.
• Order Picking: Ensure that the correct product number, quantity and type (lot, batch, serial number) of product are picked. Transport orders to shipping locations or delivery platforms with material handling equipment such as but not limited to fork trucks, cherry pickers, or pallet jacks. Materials handlers must be able to label, stencil, tag, mark orders, band, bundle, wrap, over-pack, and palletize as required.
• Outbound: Compare quantity, labeling and address with order to ensure outgoing shipments are complete and correct. Assign signature for outbound as necessary. Efficiently move products, cartons and or pallets into trailers, rail cars or containers.
• Equipment: Maintain equipment in a neat, clean and orderly fashion. Operate equipment safely and efficiently. Comply with company standards and OSHA requirements.
• Inventory: Keep accurate records and reports. Assist in physical inventories and cycle counts. Ensure proper stock rotation. May key inventory adjustments in computer.
• Other Duties: Repack or re-box cases per customer instructions. Repair and consolidate damaged goods as required. Operate shrink-wrap machine. Charge forklift battery as needed; stack and or separate good from bad pallets when necessary; clean railcars, trailers, and truck docks, bays as requested.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Skills:

• Must be comfortable working with animal carcasses or parts.
• To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• Must be able to use proper techniques to lift up to 75 pounds and be physically fit. The ability to follow directions with emphasis on safety is extremely important.
• Must be able to handle stress caused in meeting deadlines with tight scheduling requirements.
• Must be able to shift priorities easily.
• Must be able to use hands and feet simultaneously and for repetitive movements.
• Must have responsible work habits.
• Must be familiar with warehouse systems.
• Must be available to work any shift.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of employees assigned to this position. Avantor is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.

Why Avantor?

Dare to go further in your career. Join our global team of 14,000+ associates whose passion for discovery and determination to overcome challenges relentlessly advances life-changing science.

The work we do changes people's lives for the better. It brings new patient treatments and therapies to market, giving a cancer survivor the chance to walk his daughter down the aisle. It enables medical devices that help a little boy hear his mom's voice for the first time. Outcomes such as these create unlimited opportunities for you to contribute your talents, learn new skills and grow your career at Avantor.

We are committed to helping you on this journey through our diverse, equitable and inclusive culture which includes learning experiences to support your career growth and success. At Avantor, dare to go further and see how the impact of your contributions set science in motion to create a better world. Apply today!

Pay Transparency:

The expected pre-tax pay for this position is

Actual pay may differ depending on relevant factors such as prior experience and geographic location.

EEO Statement:

We are an Equal Employment/Affirmative Action employer and VEVRAA Federal Contractor. We do not discriminate in hiring on the basis of sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, color, religious creed, national origin, physical or mental disability, protected Veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state/province, or local law.

If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please contact us by email at let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Requests for accommodation will be considered on a case-by-case basis. Please note that only inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this email address.

For more information about equal employment opportunity protections, please view the Know Your Rights poster.

3rd Party Non-Solicitation Policy:

By submitting candidates without having been formally assigned on and contracted for a specific job requisition by Avantor, or by failing to comply with the Avantor recruitment process, you forfeit any fee on the submitted candidates, regardless of your usual terms and conditions. Avantor works with a preferred supplier list and will take the initiative to engage with recruitment agencies based on its needs and will not be accepting any form of solicitation.

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• Load, unload, and move materials within the facility using hand trucks, forklifts, or other equipment
  
• Deliver materials and components to assembly areas in a timely manner
  
• Ensure materials are transported and stored properly to prevent damage or loss
  
• Follow all safety procedures and company policies during material handling activities
  
• Communicate effectively with team members and supervisors to coordinate material needs
  

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• High school diploma or equivalent experience
  
• Previous experience in a warehouse, manufacturing, assembly or logistics environment preferred
  
• Ability to operate forklifts or other material handling equipment
  
• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
  
• Physical ability to lift and move heavy items (up to 50 pounds)
  

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• Benefits to support the lives of our employees

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• Medical, dental, and vision plans along with flexible spending accounts, short-term and long-term disability benefits, critical illness, accident insurance and life insurance.
  
• A 401(k) retirement plan and an employee stock purchase plan - both include a company match.
  
• Other supplemental benefits such as tuition reimbursement, caregiver, personal and parental leave, back-up care services, paid time off including volunteer time, a well-being program, and legal & identity theft protection.
  

Under the direction of the Shift Supervisor, the material handler is responsible for supplying molding machines with ample amounts of required materials, ensuring the proper operation of any hopper loaders, hopper dryers, grinders and other related equipment.

• Interacts with all departments to recommend and help implement solutions to material or secondary equipment related problems and maintain optimum production conditions.
• Responsible for cleaning and basic maintenance of all support equipment including grinders, hoppers, hopper loaders, and dryers.
• Responsible for compliance to customer and internal specifications regarding material and work station set-up
• Completion of all assigned paperwork
• Awareness and understanding of IQMS data related to job function
• Responsible for correct labeling procedures for materials and material containers
• Communication with shift personnel to ensure operation effectiveness and reliability, including inter-shift communications relative to material status and quality issues
• Adherence to safety standards at all times
• Participating in Continuous Process Improvement projects
• Initiate action to prevent the occurrence of any nonconformities relating to product, process and quality systems
• Perform other duties as required

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