Pandion Optimization Alliance Capstone Jobs in Usa

Advertising & Optimization Manager

Location: Minneapolis, MN

Reports to: Director of Ecommerce

Role Overview

The Advertising & Optimization Manager is responsible for driving profitable growth through on-site and off-site digital advertising across PSi’s ecommerce ecosystem. This role owns strategy, execution, optimization, and performance analysis of paid media investments across platforms including Amazon, Target, Walmart, and emerging channels.

In addition to campaign execution, this role plays a critical insights and storytelling function, translating performance data into clear, actionable recommendations for internal teams and PSi’s brand partners.

Key Responsibilities

On-Site Advertising & PPC

• Own on-site advertising strategy across Amazon, Target, Walmart, and other retail media networks
• Manage budgets, bids, and campaign structures to maximize ROAS, efficiency, and profitability
• Optimize campaigns across sponsored products, brands, display, and emerging ad formats
• Partner with brand partners and internal PSi stakeholders to align advertising with launches, inventory, pricing, and promotional plans

Off-Site Advertising & Demand Generation

• Develop and execute off-site advertising strategies to drive awareness, traffic, and engagement
• Manage influencer, paid social, digital media, and performance-based campaigns
• Evaluate channel mix, audience targeting, and attribution to drive incremental growth

Marketing Analytics & Performance Insights

• Leverage marketing analytics to evaluate campaign effectiveness across channels and the full funnel
• Analyze KPIs including ROAS, TACoS, conversion rate, CPC, impression share, and incremental lift
• Identify trends, opportunities, and risks across brands, categories, and platforms
• Use data to inform optimization strategies, budget allocation, and growth recommendations

Brand Partner Recaps & Reporting

• Develop clear, concise campaign recaps for brand partners on a recurring basis
• Translate complex performance data into actionable insights and strategic recommendations
• Support brand-facing conversations with performance reviews, testing results, and forward-looking plans
• Partner with internal teams to ensure alignment between advertising strategy and brand objectives

Tools, Testing & Optimization

• Leverage best-in-class ecommerce and advertising tools to drive insights-based decision-making
• Conduct ongoing testing across keywords, creatives, audiences, and media formats
• Stay current on platform updates, new ad products, and emerging best practices

Required Skills & Experience

• 4–7+ years of experience in ecommerce advertising, digital marketing, or performance marketing
• Deep hands-on experience with PPC and retail media networks
• Strong marketing analytics and data interpretation skills
• Experience presenting performance insights to internal stakeholders and external partners
• Ability to balance growth objectives with margin and profitability goals

Preferred Platforms & Tools

Experience with some or all of the following:

• Retail Media & PPC: Amazon Ads, Amazon DSP, Amazon AMC, Walmart Connect, Target Roundel, TikTok, Youtube, Instagram, Facebook
• Analytics & Insight Tools: Pacvue (or other ad software), Citrus, Criteo, Helium 10, SmartScout, Google Analytics
• Marketing & Performance Analytics: Platform-native reporting, BI tools, and attribution frameworks
• Collaboration & Reporting: Dashboards, performance recaps, and executive-ready summaries

• Process Development & Optimization: Design and refine manufacturing processes to maximize uptime, minimize waste, and meet customer specifications while considering material properties, equipment capabilities, and operator workflows
• Continuous Improvement: Lead Lean and Six Sigma initiatives to drive efficiency and enhance product quality; propose and execute projects using PDCA methodology with clear ROI justification
• Troubleshooting & Problem Solving: Conduct root cause analysis using tools such as Ishikawa diagrams, 5 Whys, and Pareto Analysis; develop corrective actions including A3, 8D, and Supplier Corrective Action Reports (SCAR)
• Data Analysis & Reporting: Analyze process data to identify trends and improvement opportunities; establish data collection methods, train operators, and deliver KPI reports (daily, weekly, monthly, quarterly) to support strategic decisions
  
  

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Industrial, Manufacturing Engineering, or related field
• 5+ years of experience in process engineering, manufacturing optimization, or continuous improvement roles
• Strong knowledge of Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma methodologies
• Automotive industry experience preferred
• Familiarity with Core Tools (APQP, PPAP, FMEA, SPC, MSA) is a plus
  
  

TITLE: Director, Inventory Strategy & Optimization

DIVISION/DEPARTMENT: Purchasing

REPORTS TO: VP of Supply Chain Planning

FLSA CLASSIFICATION: Full-Time, Exempt

Gold Star Foods is the leading food distributor to K-12 schools in the United States. We are a company devoted to providing our customers with incredible customer service. We know that it is our teammates who make the difference! Join our team and find out what it is like to work somewhere where you enjoy getting up for work every day!

POSITION OVERVIEW:

GS Foods Group is seeking a Director, Inventory Strategy & Optimization to lead enterprise inventory strategy, replenishment analytics, and decision support across inventory, sourcing, and buying. This role serves as the single point of accountability for inventory economics across the enterprise—translating service objectives and growth ambitions into clear inventory targets, policies, and trade-offs.

This leader is responsible for defining inventory policies, targets, and analytical insights that improve inventory health, GMROI, service levels, and working capital performance. The Director partners closely with S&OP, Procurement, Finance, and IT to ensure inventory and replenishment decisions are grounded in rigorous analysis and consistently applied across the business.

This role plays a critical part in driving adoption of inventory policies, improving inventory productivity, and strengthening enterprise-wide discipline around replenishment and inventory decision-making.

PRINCIPLE RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Set and lead the enterprise inventory strategy and replenishment analytics agenda.
• Build, develop, and lead a high-performing optimization team through coaching, capability development, and clear performance expectations.
• Define and maintain inventory policies, including segmentation, service levels, safety stock strategies, and DIOH targets.
• Deliver decision-ready insights on inventory health, GMROI, cost structures, and service trade-offs.
• Shape sourcing and assortment decisions through inventory and margin economics.
• Prioritize inventory optimization and analytics use cases based on enterprise value and business impact.
• Ensure consistency of analytical assumptions and alignment with Finance.
• Drive adoption and trust in inventory policies, tools, and replenishment targets across the organization.
• Own inventory and replenishment system policies and parameters (e.g., segmentation, service levels, DIOH targets, buying parameters) across the business.
• Drive adoption, automation, and continuous improvement of system-generated replenishment targets (e.g., SOQs).
• Performs other duties as assigned.

REQUIRED SKILLS:

• Deep expertise in inventory economics, GMROI, service-level trade-offs, and working capital management.
• Strong analytical capability with the ability to translate complex analysis into executive-level insights and recommendations.
• Strategic mindset with strong operational and financial acumen.
• Proven ability to lead cross-functional initiatives and influence decision-making across Commercial, Operations, Procurement, Finance, and IT.
• Strong leadership skills with experience building and developing high-performing analytics or optimization teams.
• Ability to drive adoption of analytical tools, policies, and system-generated recommendations.
• Experience prioritizing initiatives based on business value and measurable impact.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE:

• 5+ years of experience in inventory management, replenishment, supply chain analytics, procurement analytics, or related disciplines.
• Bachelor’s degree required; advanced degree preferred.

OTHER DUTIES:

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

WORKING CONDITIONS AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential duties of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Individuals may need to sit or stand as needed. May require walking primarily on a level surface for periods throughout the day. Reaching above shoulder heights, below the waist, or lifting as required to file documents or store materials throughout the workday. Proper lifting techniques are required. May include lifting to 25 pounds on occasion.

EOE M/W/Vet/Disabled:

The above duties and responsibilities are essential job functions subject to reasonable accommodation. All job requirements listed indicate the minimum level of knowledge, skills and/or ability deemed necessary to perform the job proficiently. This job description is not to be construed as an exhaustive statement of duties, responsibilities or requirements as the employee may be required to perform any other duties as assigned. In the event of an absence where the teammate cannot perform these duties, the Manager will determine who shall perform these duties.

Affirmative Action Statement:

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States. We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer, and consider qualified applicants without regard to race, color, creed, religion, ancestry, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected factor under federal, state, or local law.

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We are changing FINANCE to finance CHANGE!

Climate First Bank is a Florida Benefit Corporation, state chartered, FDIC insured commercial bank. We are the first commercial bank with a mission of reducing atmospheric CO2. Climate First Bank is the third bank started and scaled by serial bank entrepreneur, Ken LaRoe. Having started and sold Florida Choice Bank and First Green Bank, Mr. LaRoe has launched Climate First Bank as a built to last, values based, financial institution. Our first branch opened for business on June 1, 2021, in St. Petersburg, Florida and we have since expanded into the Central Florida market.

We are looking for a Process Optimization Analyst to drive cross-departmental efficiency and optimization projects. Rotating through various key departments across the organization, this role will be tasked with learning workflows, uncovering inefficiencies and implementing high-impact solutions. Using modern automation and no-code/low-code tools, this role will drive measurable improvements that enhance productivity, streamline operations, and elevate customer experience.

Join us in this exciting start-up experience and take your career to a level unattainable in a traditional bank environment. Please send a resume to apply.

Benefits:

• Competitive compensation
• Employer paid medical, vision and dental insurance
• Employer paid disability and life insurance
• 401k match
• Employee Stock Options
• Compelling incentive plans
• Employee only rates for certain loan products
• Working with an amazing team of dedicated and like-minded individuals!
• Being part of an exciting venture with amazing opportunities for growth and opportunities!

Responsibilities:

• Departmental Immersion: Spend 3-6 months embedded within an assigned banking department to understand end-to-end processes, policies, and systems.
• Process Assessment: Conduct root cause analysis, workflow mapping, and process benchmarking to identify operational inefficiencies and improvement opportunities.
• Solution Design & Implementation: Design and implement automation and process improvements using AI models, Airtable workflows, LogicApps, and other business process automation tools.
• Collaboration: Work cross-functionally with department leaders, IT, compliance, and third-party vendors to align solutions with business needs and regulatory requirements.
• Impact Measurement: Track and report on key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure the success of implemented solutions and refine as needed.
• Documentation: Maintain thorough records of workflows, process maps, create implementation roadmaps, and training materials to ensure sustainability of improvements.
• Knowledge Transfer: Support internal change management by training staff in new tools and processes and documenting best practices.

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in business or an administrative field.
• 1-2 years of experience in Operations or Business Analysis.
• Strong affinity for analytical and strategic thinking as well as exceptional practical and theoretical problem-solving skills.
• Proven ability to quickly grasp concepts, workflows and processes. Strong operational understanding.
• Ability and desire to thrive in a fast-paced, high-pressure environment with frequent routine changes. Ability to multi-task and prioritize with ease.
• Highly organized self-starter with impeccable attention to detail and the ability to complete assignments with little oversight and supervision. Exceptional drive and motivation.
• Effective communicator with strong active listening skills, excellent writing and speaking skills and the ability to compose professional correspondence. Must be able to communicate tactfully and empathetically with customers, employees, and Bank management.
• Proficient in AI models, Airtable workflows, LogicApps, and other business process automation tools.

Physical Demands:

* Sustained standing and sitting;

* Frequent use of PC, including typing or sustained attention to monitor;

* Occasional lifting of basic office files or equipment up to 20 lbs.

Climate First Bank recognizes that our people are our strength and the diverse talents they bring to our workforce are directly linked to our success. We place a high value on diversity and inclusion at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of any protected attribute, including race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital or veteran status, pregnancy or disability, or any other basis protected under applicable law. In accordance with applicable law, we make reasonable accommodations for applicants' and employees' religious practices and beliefs, as well as any mental health or physical disability needs.

Our client, a leading Energy Optimization Services provider is hiring a Senior BD / Salesperson to join their Battery Optimization Software Sales team.

We are looking for someone with 5+ years of energy industry software sales experience, ideally with energy storage and wholesale electricity market participation experience.

Location: Bay Area or remote.

• Pet First – Protect & Empower. All pets should Live their Best Life. We put the needs of pets and pet parents at the center of everything we do.
• Foster the Fun – Connect & Bond. Our Passion for pets brings us together! We celebrate the journey of pet parenthood through district experiences, products, and services.
• Let’s Go! Own & Commit. We are stronger as One Petco team. We bring our unique superpowers and champion authenticity in everyone to drive success.
  

• Studies end-user needs, defines product features and coordinates activities across teams to meet quality standards, project deadlines and business objectives. Activities include: gathering and writing requirements for medium and large application features; conducting competitive analyses; and using product discovery techniques to aid in prioritization of features (e.g., A/B, surveys, interviews, etc.). (60%)
• Develops long-term product plans (i.e., roadmaps), and leads stakeholders through the roadmap process for assigned product(s). Activities include: conferring with engineering, marketing, clients, prospects, operations, legal and others, and developing financial models to aid in prioritization. (20%)
• Monitors and reports on product utilization and identifies trends. (10%)
• Provides guidance to less-experienced staff. (10%)
  

• Bachelor’s degree in information technology, computer science, marketing, business administration or related field, 4+ years of experience as a Product Manager, preferably in e-commerce, search, or related digital products, or a similar role in an Agile, Scrum, Kanban or similar software application development and/or project management team environment, or an equivalent combination of education, experience and/or training.
• Strong customer facing digital subject matter expertise with experience working on medium complexity features and/or an entire software application.
• Experience with search technologies and platforms (e.g., , Solr, Algolia, or similar) is required.
• Experience reviewing vendors and RFP processes for enterprise search platforms is preferred.
• Proven track record of launching a search platform, from initial discovery through execution and successful launch.
• Knowledge of A/B testing methodologies and experimentation platforms.
• Familiarity with taxonomy design, product categorization, and search filtering.
  

Respiratory Therapist – Samaritan Hospital

Night Shift - 12 hours

If you are looking for a full time night shift Respiratory Therapist position to meet your schedule, this could be your opportunity. Here at St. Peter's Health Partner's, we care for more people in more places.

Position Highlights:

• Quality of Life: Where career opportunities and quality of life converge
• Advancement: Strong orientation program, generous tuition allowance and career development
• Work/Life: Positions and shifts to accommodate all schedules

What you will do:

As an RT you will work at assessing, treating and caring for patients of all ages who suffer from pulmonary (breathing) disorders. In addition to analyzing and performing diagnostic testing, respiratory therapists perform relevant exams as well as set up and utilize cardiopulmonary equipment and machines needed to assist or monitor the patients breathing.

Responsibilities:

• Gather data to be able to accurately assess a patient's current health status
• Assess the patient according to the patient's physical or age related needs
• Observe, record and report symptoms, reactions and progress of patients
• Administer and record prescribed medications, treatments and diagnostic procedures
• Responsible for airway management including performing endotracheal intubations and extubations, pulmonary hygiene, and tracheostomy care and emergency life support procedures
• Provides extensive health education to patients and to the general population through community services

What you will need:

• Associates Degree in Respiratory Therapy
• Current NY State RT License
• ACLS and BLS certificates

Pay Range: $34.00 - $48.00

Pay is based on experience, skills, and education. Exempt positions under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) will be paid within the base salary equivalent of the stated hourly rates. The pay range may also vary within the stated range based on location.

Our Commitment

Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.

Position: Medical Assistant (MA): Wound Clinic

Location: Davenport, IA

Schedule: 40 hours per week, Day shift, M-F

Supports the operation of the clinical practice by performing a variety of administrative and clinical tasks. This position is responsible for assisting physicians and other healthcare providers in delivering patient care through patient preparation, vital sign collection, documentation, and basic clinical procedures. The Medical Assistant also coordinates patient flow, maintaining accurate medical records, and ensuring a positive patient experience.

Required:

· Must have successfully completed accredited Medical Assistant program.

· MA Certification/Registration preferred prior to hire and required within one year.

Visit MercyOne Careers to learn more about our competitive benefits, culture, and career development opportunities.

Our Commitment

Rooted in our Mission and Core Values, we honor the dignity of every person and recognize the unique perspectives, experiences, and talents each colleague brings. By finding common ground and embracing our differences, we grow stronger together and deliver more compassionate, person-centered care. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local law.

Bars Changeover Specialist (Lean Manufacturing Changeover Specialist)

Location: Albuquerque, NM

Duration: 24+ Months

Position Overview:

• This role will focus on changeover improvements for the Chewy Bars platform. They will work with platform teams, floor teams, site FSQ and department management to understand (a) the size of the prize around changeovers and (b) opportunities to improve changeover time while maintaining effectiveness and safety. A successful individual in this role will use tools such as process mapping, value stream mapping, 5 whys, fishbones, and apply a learning mindset to identify opportunities outside of cleaning practices to reduce CO % on the system.
• When not in changeover, the changeover specialist will be working to learn more about our equipment, how we currently clean it, and why we use the process we currently use. They’ll also be identifying opportunities for improvement and developing experiments for actual changeover time. During changeovers, they’ll be working with the team on the floor to execute experiments, agree on success, and following up immediately with process changes (as is reasonable and feasible). As you can probably guess, this person will have a highly flexible schedule to enable this work.

Key Accountabilties:

• Changeover Reduction Ownership – identify opportunity in current changeovers to improve changeover practices, to include:
• Identify longest lead items
• Develop process standard to run
• Work with team leads to allocate resources more efficiently
• Develop pre-changeover prep strategy
• Teach and coach methodology to treat changeovers just like production, with scheduling, resource allocation, attention to issues, and overall urgency
• Develop best practice clearing for longest lead items
• Strategic Partnership
• Work with FSQ to develop risk rankings and reasons to clean each item
• Instill understanding of why we clean each item
• Work with the floor and platform teams to understand the minimum level of clean required, identify and eliminate overcleaning
• Create and/or revise standard task flows around changeover execution in different areas to enhance speed without sacrificing effectiveness or safety

Embrace a Learning Mindset

• Identify pain points in the clean and:
• Develop understanding of the need to clean those areas
• Develop ways to clean easier via changes in equipment, process, or tools used
• Fully investigate capital opportunities and present to engineering
• Implement all other changes
• “Try it Out!” – assess the risk associated with your ideas, and experiment responsibly

Leverage an External Perspective

• Does another site with similar equipment clean better than us? Gather their best practices, but don’t remain limited to similar equipment! Explore other cleaning best practices.
• Think outside the box – how does your dentist clean your teeth? How does a carwash clean your vehicle? Ever watched a car detailing video on YouTube? What can we take from how cleaning is done elsewhere to implement safer, faster, and/or more effective cleaning HERE?

Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree (Engineering/Technical preferred) w/ minimum 5 years of related manufacturing experience OR HS Diploma w/ minimum 10 years of related manufacturing experience
• Working knowledge of data systems including manufacturing systems for Asset and storeroom management, Quality information tracking, ERP, and Safety and Environment management (*** systems used: MAXIMO, MQIS, INSQL, and GSTEMS).

Demonstrated capability in application of Foundational Systems and Driving system utilization.

Effective communication skills (both verbal and written)

Demonstrated ability to effectively coach/utilize standards and processes to drive continuous improvement

Preferred Qualifications:

Lean or Continuous Improvement training