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LHH Recruitment Solutions has partnered with a growing organization, and they are seeking a motivated Director, Indirect Procurement to join their team. You will lead a large, enterprise-wide spend portfolio. This is a highly visible role for a procurement leader who thrives in hands-on, stakeholder-facing environments and brings deep expertise across transportation, logistics, facilities, and utilities categories. This position offers the opportunity to shape strategy while remaining closely embedded in the business—working directly with executive leadership, plant operations, and cross-functional partners to drive value, resilience, and long-term capability.

The Opportunity:

The Director of Indirect Procurement will own and lead a $1B+ annual indirect spend portfolio, with primary emphasis on:

• Transportation and logistics (3PL – over-the-road and ocean).
• Warehousing and distribution services.
• Utilities, facilities, and site services.

This leader will be responsible for developing and executing sourcing strategies that balance cost, service, risk, and scalability across a multi-site manufacturing and operations footprint.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead enterprise-wide sourcing strategies across transportation, logistics, warehousing, utilities, facilities, and related indirect categories.
• Act as a trusted business partner to senior executives and site leadership, ensuring procurement is fully embedded in core business decisions.
• Drive total cost of ownership improvements while maintaining service continuity and supply assurance.
• Lead complex supplier negotiations and long-term contractual strategies across domestic and international providers.
• Build and maintain strong supplier relationships that enable innovation, flexibility, and performance improvement.
• Partner closely with operations, finance, engineering, and HR to align procurement strategies with business objectives.
• Develop and manage annual value creation targets, budgets, and performance metrics.
• Ensure procurement governance, policies, and standards are consistently applied across the organization.

Leadership & Talent Development:

• Lead, coach, and develop a high-performing indirect procurement team.
• Play an active role in hiring, onboarding, and succession planning for procurement talent.
• Establish clear performance expectations, development plans, and engagement rhythms.
• Foster a hands-on, collaborative culture that values accountability, ownership, and continuous improvement.

Stakeholder Engagement:

• Serve as a primary procurement interface to executive leadership and senior business stakeholders.
• Navigate complex, sometimes competing priorities across multiple plants and functions.
• Travel to manufacturing sites, vendors, and key stakeholders as needed (approximately 20–25%; majority of sites located in IL/WI).

Qualifications and Skills:

• Bachelor’s Degree required; advanced degree (MBA or equivalent) preferred.
• Significant, progressive leadership experience in indirect procurement within large, complex organizations.
• Deep expertise in transportation procurement (3PL – over-the-road and ocean), warehousing, utilities, and facilities.
• Proven experience managing and influencing large-scale spend portfolios (approaching or exceeding $1B annually).
• Strong executive presence with the ability to influence, challenge, and partner at the senior leadership level.
• Hands-on leadership style with a track record of being embedded in the business.
• Experience supporting multi-site manufacturing, industrial, or asset-intensive environments.
• Background in organizations with mature procurement and sourcing functions.
• Exposure to international suppliers and global sourcing strategies.

Compensation Range: $200,000 - $240,000 + 25% Bonus

Benefits Offered: 3 weeks of vacation, paid sick leave where applicable by state law, Medical Insurance, Dental Insurance Vision Insurance, 401K, and Life Insurance.

If you are a passionate Director, Indirect Procurementlooking for anew and rewarding career, please apply today! You don’t want to miss out on this opportunity!

LHH is a leader in permanent recruitment—and in the placement of top talent. Our areas of specialty include office administration, customer service, human resources, engineering, and supply chain and logistics. Please feel free to check us out and apply for other opportunities if this role isn’t a perfect match.

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Bilingual Spanish - Quality Documentation Specialist

Employment Type: Contract to Direct Hire

Pay Offered: $3 per hour DOE

Location: Des Plaines, IL

Provides Technical support for Customers, Sales and Corporate, especially online systems.

Are you a detail-oriented professional with a passion for technical support and customer service? We’re seeking a dedicated Quality Service Specialist to be the crucial link between our oil division, customers, and internal teams. If you thrive in a dynamic environment, possess strong communication skills in both English and Spanish, and are eager to contribute to innovative projects, this is your opportunity to shine!

In this role, you'll provide vital support in creating and updating technical documents, ensuring regulatory compliance, reviewing product labels, and assisting with research and development initiatives. You'll work with cutting-edge platforms such as Trace Gains, Safefood360, Repositrak, and Intelex, playing a key part in maintaining our quality and food safety standards. Your expertise will help us deliver exceptional service and uphold our commitment to excellence in the oil division.

Required Skills:

• Bilingual fluency in Spanish and English
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Experience with technical document creation and editing
• Proficiency in Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, Power BI, and BC
• Ability to review and approve labels and vendor documents
• Exceptional attention to detail and organization
• Ability to prioritize tasks and meet deadlines
• Strong problem-solving and critical-thinking skills
• Customer-focused mindset and professional demeanor

Nice to Have Skills:

• Experience with online quality and food safety platforms (e.g., Trace Gains, Safefood360, Repositrak, Intelex)
• Knowledge of regulatory compliance in the global oil industry
• Past experience in research and development support
• Familiarity with employee training programs

Preferred Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree or relevant certification in a related field
• Previous experience in a technical support or quality assurance role within the food, beverage, or oil industry

About Trova Advisory Group

Trova Advisory Group specializes in delivering a comprehensive array of staffing solutions tailored to meet the diverse needs of businesses across multiple sectors. Our expertise spans clerical, administrative, financial, and professional roles, offered through flexible arrangements including temporary, temp-to-hire, and direct hire services.

We pride ourselves on providing top-tier talent solutions that empower organizations to thrive in today’s competitive market.

Trova Advisory Group is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected status. We are committed to fostering an inclusive workplace where all individuals are welcomed and supported.

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Trova Advisory Group offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical and dental options for all eligible employees.

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Customer Service Lead – Hoffman Estates, IL

$66,000–$76,000 Depending on Experience + Full Benefits, PTO, and More

For over 45 years, our team has supported customers by delivering high-quality products and reliable service they can count on. In manufacturing, timing, accuracy, and communication are critical, and our customer service team plays a key role in ensuring every order moves smoothly from production to delivery.

We are looking for a Customer Service Lead to guide our customer service team and help ensure seamless communication between customers, production, and internal departments. In this role, you’ll provide hands-on leadership, support your team’s development, and ensure customers receive accurate information, timely updates, and exceptional service.

This is a high-impact opportunity for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment, enjoys solving problems, and naturally motivates others to perform at their best.

Responsibilities

• Lead, mentor, and support a customer service team, ensuring accurate and timely communication with customers regarding orders, production timelines, and delivery schedules.
• Serve as the liaison between customer service, production, logistics, and management to ensure smooth coordination and alignment.
• Assist with training, performance feedback, and professional development for team members.
• Monitor order processing and customer requests to ensure accuracy, efficiency, and on-time fulfillment.
• Identify opportunities to improve workflows, increase operational efficiency, and enhance the overall customer experience.
• Step in during high-volume periods to assist with order management, customer inquiries, and issue resolution.
• Oversee daily customer service operations including order entry, order tracking, invoicing, and communication regarding production status.
• Foster a collaborative, solutions-focused team environment that prioritizes responsiveness and reliability.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of corporate customer service experience - manufacturing/distribution environment preferred but not required.
• Strong communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to coordinate with cross-functional teams including production, logistics, and sales.
• High-energy, positive leader who performs well in a fast-paced operational setting.
• Self-starter who adapts quickly, takes initiative, and leads by example.

Corporate Resources, on behalf of our client located in Hoffman Estates, is hiring a Customer Service Lead.

Aegis is partnered with a long-standing, family-owned manufacturer that is experiencing significant growth following a recent major facility expansion. This organization produces highly engineered metal components serving industries such as aerospace, medical, automotive, and industrial manufacturing.

They are seeking a Senior Quality Engineer to act as a key contributor in driving process improvements, supporting new product introductions, and leading quality initiatives across the organization. This is a highly visible role working cross-functionally with engineering, operations, and leadership teams.

Responsibilities:

• Lead continuous improvement initiatives focused on quality and production efficiency
• Apply statistical analysis tools to evaluate manufacturing processes and reduce variation
• Support new product introductions and quality planning activities
• Work directly with customers to resolve quality concerns and implement corrective actions
• Conduct internal, customer, and supplier audits
• Develop and implement quality procedures, documentation, and process controls
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive root cause investigations and solutions
• Support inspection processes and material disposition decisions

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Manufacturing, Industrial preferred)
• 5–8 years quality engineering experience in manufacturing
• Experience working in ISO-certified environments (AS9100 or IATF preferred)
• Strong experience with SPC tools such as PPAP, APQP, RCA, and gage R&R
• Experience leading process improvement or Lean initiatives
• Internal or external auditing experience preferred
• Six Sigma or ASQ certification strongly preferred

Ideal background: aerospace, automotive, medical device, heavy industrial, or high-volume precision manufacturing.

Company Overview

Medix is partnered with a leading manufacturer of high-precision orthopedic implants, delivering innovative solutions to improve patient outcomes. Their state-of-the-art CNC manufacturing operations require meticulous planning, coordination, and execution to ensure timely production and delivery of high-quality implants.

Position Summary

Medix partnered with this manufacturer to recruit a highly organized and analytical Master Planner to manage production planning, inventory, and supply chain scheduling for their CNC manufacturing operations. The Master Planner will work cross-functionally with engineering, manufacturing, and procurement teams to ensure the right materials and products are available at the right time, meeting both production and customer demand.

*** This is a 6 month contract with potential for conversion to a direct employee. ***

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, maintain, and execute master production and material plans to meet demand for orthopedic implants.
• Balance demand, capacity, and material constraints across production lines.
• Analyze historical data, forecasts, sales orders, and system reports to identify trends, bottlenecks, and improvement opportunities.
• Provide actionable recommendations to improve planning accuracy, throughput, and key performance metrics.
• Pull, interpret, and report key metrics to track and improve planning performance.
• Identify system and process gaps, support system “test drives,” and drive workflow optimization.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with engineering, manufacturing, and procurement to align production schedules with customer requirements and machine capacity.
• Communicate proactively with internal stakeholders regarding changes in demand, lead times, and production schedules.
• Support new product introductions (NPIs) by coordinating required materials, tooling, and production capacity.
• Utilize ERP/MRP systems (Connexus, Oracle preferred) to plan, schedule, and track production activities.
• Lead and guide a team of 3 planners on metrics, planning activities, and system improvements.
• Identify process improvement opportunities in planning, scheduling, and inventory management.

Required Experience & Skills

• 5+ years of experience in production planning, master scheduling, or supply chain planning
• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Operations Management, Business, or related field preferred.
• Experience with Connexus and Oracle ERP systems.
• Strong understanding of demand and supply planning, production planning, and manufacturing operations.
• Familiarity with validation processes, material movement, and machining environments (CNC experience a plus).
• CNC machining environment experience is preferred; knowledge of FDA/ISO regulations is a plus.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.

Role Focus

• Heavy emphasis on systems, data analysis, and process improvement.
• Not customer/account-facing.
• Involves planning and some financial decision-making.
• Supports a large machining operation with a focus on improving key performance metrics and overall planning efficiency.

About the Company

We are a dynamic and growing U.S. subsidiary of a leading Italian multinational manufacturing company. With a strong global presence and a commitment to innovation and excellence, we are seeking a Finance Manager to lead our financial operations in the U.S. and ensure alignment with the parent company’s financial strategy, reporting standards, and compliance requirements.

Position Summary

The Finance Manager will oversee all financial activities of the U.S. subsidiary, including budgeting, forecasting, financial reporting, compliance, and internal controls. This role requires strong collaboration with the Italian parent company to ensure accurate and timely consolidation of financial data, adherence to the U.S. GAAP, and alignment with global financial policies and international regulatory requirements.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the monthly, quarterly, and annual financial close process.
• Prepare and analyze financial statements in accordance with U.S. GAAP
• Coordinate with the Italian parent company on group reporting, intercompany transactions, and transfer pricing.
• Develop and manage budgets, forecasts, and financial planning processes.
• Ensure compliance with local, state, federal, and international tax regulations, including reporting requirements and filings across multiple jurisdictions.
• Manage cash flow, banking relationships, and treasury functions.
• Implement and maintain internal controls, policies, and financial procedures.
• Liaise with external auditors, CPA firms, and other professional advisors to ensure compliance and support audits.
• Provide financial insights and recommendations to support strategic decision-making.
• Supervise and develop a small finance team.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in accounting, finance, or related field.
• 10+ years of progressive experience in finance or accounting, preferably in a multinational environment.
• Knowledge of U.S. GAAP, income tax and sales tax
• Excellent analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
• Ability to work cross-functionally and across cultures, especially with European counterparts.
• Proficiency in Italian is a plus but not required.

What We Offer

We offer a competitive and comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Competitive salary, with potential for annual performance-based bonus
• Comprehensive health insurance, including medical, dental, and vision coverage for employees and their dependents
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match, available after one year of employment with the Company
• Generous paid time off (PTO) and Paid Company Holidays
• Company-paid life and disability insurance
• Hybrid work options, depending on business needs
• Support for professional development, including training and continuing education opportunities
• Opportunity to work in a global environment with exposure to international finance
• Inclusive and collaborative workplace culture

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information. #inauto

Position: Cargo Handler

Pay Rate: $19.00 per hour

Schedule: 8:30am - 5pm Wed-Sun

Job Description:

Forward Air is seeking capable and career-oriented individuals to work in our fast-paced shipping/dock operation. Our Cargo Handlers are responsible for loading and unloading freight on our trailers in a safe and timely manner. Frequent lifting, pulling, pushing, and carrying of freight is required. All necessary training and materials for this position are provided.

Core Responsibilities & Duties:

• Responsible for the loading/unloading of 53 ft. commercial trailers and the operation of scanners
• Use handheld scanners to efficiently track and maneuver freight through our distribution network
• Accurately label boxes and prepare freight for shipment
• Safely load and unload trailers by utilizing equipment such as hand trucks/pallets jack and forklifts
• Must be able to obtain certification and safely operate forklift and other machinery as required
• Verify documentation and condition of freight to assure quality standards are achieved
• Must be able to frequently lift and/or move up to fifty (50) pounds
• Must be able to occasionally lift and/or move up to ninety (90) pounds
• Maintain a clean and safe working environment
• Other duties as assigned

Job Requirements & Qualifications:

• Excellent communication and problem solving skills
• Strong team player that thrives in a fast-paced environment
• Must be flexible to work weekends and overtime as needed
• Forklift and general freight handling knowledge is a plus
• Must be 18 or older

Forward Air is an Equal Opportunity employer.

Since 1990, Forward Air has been a leading provider of ground transportation and related logistics services to the North American air freight and expedited LTL market. We offer surface shipping on an accelerated time-definite basis, delivering cargo at a specific time, but under less time-sensitive situations supplying you with a cost effective, reliable alternative to air transportation. We work with companies of all sizes to develop tangible advantages and build the best products to meet your specific needs. Forward Air presents to the wholesale transportation community (logistics companies, freight forwarders, integrated air cargo carriers, passenger/ cargo airlines, and non-traditional shippers), a single-source provider that can deliver more supply chain services and a superior menu of choices. Throughout the years we have added supplementary lines to our linehaul service, such as full truckload operations (Truckload Services), final-mile coverage (Complete Cartage), and an Airline Logistics program, and we will continue to expand our services to meet the changing needs and growth of our customer base.

Forward Air is structured to optimize both savings and service to our customers. Direct partnerships with owner-operators and other surface transportation providers, enable us to remain cost-competitive. The Forward Air network is designed with over 90 facilities located at or near major U.S. and Canadian airports, 12 regional sort centers and over 300 beyond points (secondary airports provided through our Complete Cartage service), creating one of the most comprehensive linehaul networks in the industry.

Ranked 3rd in Newsweeks 2022 \"Americas Most Trustworthy Companies\" publication

The Line Service Operations Supervisor is responsible for the day to day overall management of the FBO line service operations including the fuel farm, quality assurance, its personnel, inventories, properties, equipment, and the adherence to our company policies and procedures and safety standards for the departments staff and our clients and guests.

Primary Responsibilities

General

• Interact with others in a professional and respectful manner
• Follow up with other company departments and employees
• Recommend process and communication improvements
• Regular and prompt attendance
• Work with accuracy, clarity and an eye for detail

Additional Responsibilities

• On-call and overtime duties as required
• On the job training for new employees
• May require shifts at adjacent locations
• All other miscellaneous duties as assigned

Supervisory Responsibilities

Responsible for overseeing the performance of the Line Services personnel.

Qualifications

• High School graduate, some college preferred
• Minimum two (1) year of business aviation supervisor experience and/or relevant experience
• Five to ten years of business aviation and/or relevant experience
• National Air Transportation Association (NATA) Compliance Certification preferred
• Valid drivers license
• Basic reading, writing and arithmetic skills required
• Computer literate with the ability to learn new software as required
• Professional verbal/written communication skills required.
• Must pass all conducted drug/alcohol screens, background and security checks and prove eligibility for employment in the United States.
• Excellent listening and problem solving skills
• Ability to work as part of a team or independently
• Ability to effectively communicate and present information
• Ability to multitask
• Ability to act under pressure and be adaptable to change on a constant basis

Physical Demands

Driving occasional travel to suppliers, conferences, off-site meetings, as required

Working Conditions

Requires both working indoors and outdoors, with exposure to natures elements. Also, regular exposures to noise, exhaust fumes and fuel vapors, and fuel-to-skin contact.

We're an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran or disability status.

Compensation details: 18-25 Hourly Wage

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The Irca Group is an international leader in high quality finished and semi-finished ingredients for the bakery, pastry, and ice cream markets. With a solid history of over 100 years in the industry, the Group has its headquarters in Italy (Gallarate) and a strong global footprint with 23 production sites and over 2000 employees in Europe, the United States and Vietnam.

Our core product categories include chocolate, compounds, chocolate decorations, sprinkles, creams, pastry mixes, gelato ingredients, nuts and candied fruit. The most recent acquisition of Kerry Sweet complements our existing categories with the addition of sweet particulates, chocolate confections, inclusions, variegates and frozen fruit purees.

Through its 8 key brands (IRCA, Dobla, in2food, Via Degli Orsini, JoyGelato, RaviFruit, Cesarin and Anastasi) the IRCA Group offers an unparalleled \"one-stop shop\" approach for delivering quality solutions to all ingredients needs, through a broad range of innovative products. We offer every day and seasonal solutions to 3 macro channels: Gourmet, Food Manufacturing and Consumer Product (Retail). \"Extraordinary made simple\"

As a Cycle Counter you will be part of our supply chain team. The Cycle Counter will perform the following but not limited to:

• Analyze, compute, and verify work orders sent up daily from production.
• Verify clerical computation against work orders and investigate and report reasons for discrepancies to supervisor.
• Maintain the operation summary worksheet.
• Enter daily production of finished goods and any corresponding scraps and receipts for rework/regrind using the inventory control programs.
• Enter daily work orders into the computer system using the inventory control programs.
• Advise supervisor if FIFO or negative inventory issues are detected.
• Maintain and update all attachments to work orders received.
• Work with Quality Assurance Dept. to track the hold status of products and enter product movement in the inventory control programs.
• Reconcile MOs as appropriate.
• Attendance is part of employee performance.
• All other duties as assigned.

• High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or 1-3 years' related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Demonstrate proficient math skills.
• Strong analytical skills & excellent attention to detail.
• Demonstrate knowledge usage of ERP systems and other IT systems and proficient in MS Office, particularly MS Excel.
• Well-developed interpersonal skills.
• Effective communication & presentation skills (verbal and nonverbal).

Irca Group offers career growth opportunities as well as competitive compensation and benefits: Medical, Dental, & Vision, 401(k) matching, Paid Vacation, Sick Time, and Holidays, Employee Education Tuition Reimbursement Program

$20 - $25 an hour