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PISTOLA is redefining modern denim through craftsmanship and innovation, blending timeless style with forward-thinking design to create iconic, sustainable, and functional pieces that inspire confidence in every fit. As a Los Angeles-based contemporary apparel brand under KNG (PISTOLA and DAZE), we're known for effortlessly elevated essentials with a clean, cool California aesthetic.

Position Overview:

We are hiring a highly analytical and strategic Wholesale Planning Manager to join our fast-

growing team at Pistola. In this role, you will partner closely with the Wholesale Sales team to

drive revenue growth, optimize inventory, and enhance profitability across key wholesale

accounts. You’ll lead merchandise planning, financial forecasting, and in-season management

while delivering data-driven insights that fuel smart, agile decisions.

What You’ll Do:

• Lead the monthly forecast and budget process in partnership with the Sales team, aligning financial targets with merchandise strategies by account.
• Develop and manage seasonal merchandise plans to support sales and gross margin goals across all wholesale partners.
• Own open-to-buy (OTB) planning, identifying risks, opportunities, and recommending actionable strategies to optimize inventory.
• Oversee in-season inventory flow, leveraging available-to-sell (ATS) inventory to maximize sales, improve turns, and minimize overstock.
• Create weekly performance reports tracking sales, inventory levels, and retail performance by style, color, and classification.
• Compile hindsight analyses and apply insights to improve future plans, forecasts, and assortment strategies.
• Monitor account-level performance and recommend actions to address aging or excess inventory.
• Partner with Sales to prepare for market appointments, providing account-specific recaps, historical selling, and financial overviews.
• Review and refine market buys, recommending ATS usage to support updated forecasts and maximize efficiency.
• Present performance summaries and inventory strategies to senior leadership and stakeholders.
• Collaborate with cross-functional partners in Sales, Merchandising, Production, and Logistics to ensure operational alignment and execution.
• Build and maintain planning tools, dashboards, and ad hoc reports to support evolving business needs and improve decision-making.

What You’ll Have:

• 5+ years of experience in planning, merchandising, or inventory management, with a focus on wholesale apparel or fashion retail
• Proven expertise in open-to-buy management, seasonal planning, and account-level forecasting
• Advanced Excel skills; proficiency in ERP or wholesale planning platforms such as NuORDER, JOOR, or Full Circle is a strong plus
• Deep knowledge of retail math and key performance indicators (sell-through, stock-to-sales, margin, turns)
• Strong analytical acumen with the ability to translate data into clear, actionable insights
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills; comfortable presenting to internal stakeholders and external partners
• Highly organized, self-motivated, and adaptable in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment

Provide on-site operational U.S. Marine Corps and Navy C2/C4I Systems experience to work Naval Integration issues related to Marine Corps and Navy C4I assets aboard Amphibious Assault Ships and to provide technical and program support to Maritime Expeditionary Warfare (MExW), Deputy Commandant, Combat Development & Integration (DC, CD&I), located at Quantico, VA.

Responsibilities and Duties:

• Drawing upon C4ISR system experience in Joint and Naval mission accomplishments, conduct analysis of and develop documentation on system data exchanges. Support the analysis of amphibious C4I/C5I system requirements (primarily USMC C4I systems), integration and capability development. Defines, designs and develops system requirements.
• Represent USMC interests with various International, National, DoD, Joint and Navy stakeholders that develop C4ISR policy.
• Assist in creating an integrated amphibious C4I architecture for afloat MAGTF that allows for configuration and baseline control of deployed Operational Nodes and systems.
• Prepare a MEU/Afloat MAGTF for deployment aboard amphibious warfare vessels by tracking system's standards compatibility and interoperability certifications.
• Work with acquisition professionals to ensure effective and economical acquisition and life cycle sustainment for products, equipment, and systems by assisting in business case development (requirements) and cost/benefit analyses for proposed systems.
• Perform document analysis; requirements parsing, taxonomy alignment, reports generation, abstraction outline, and capability set mapping that will further enable analysis of highly complex business problems to be solved with automated systems.
• Analyze system interface problems, data definitions and user interface design issues to include a variety of detailed systems factors; input/output requirements, information flow, hardware and software requirements, and reliability characteristics.
• Facilitate user discussions and analyses to develop/refine system requirements, arbitrate conflicts between stakeholders, and recommend optimum integrated systems design approaches.
• Maintain mapping of USMC, USN and Joint Systems to MAGTF Afloat required capabilities in support of the annual Afloat MAGTF C4 Required Capabilities (AMC4RC) Letter.
• Draft and present reports, studies, formal briefings, and business cases analyses (requirements) as required by the customer. Draft and edit the annual AMC4RC Letter in accordance with DoD documentation standards and Marine Corps style guides.
• Conduct gap reviews, reconciliation, attend meetings, draft summary with key points, decisions made, and issues of contention noted. Maintain current knowledge of relevant technologies as assigned.
• Support various networking projects and tasks including network architecture and design analysis, network systems engineering, network and C2 systems integration, test planning, and testing and documentation of military networking systems.
• Provide engineering and IT services focused on solutions and customer-centric support to Naval networks/CANES/ISNS issues. Provide expertise in the design, analysis, engineering, implementation, and/or operation of USMC/Naval IT networks.
• Coordinate design of subsystems and integration of total system. Defines system support requirements to include monitoring, capacity, staffing and patching/updating. Analyzes and resolves program support deficiencies.
• Represent USMC interests through the participation in Service, Naval, and Joint level working groups, exercises, and wargames as a C4I SME.
• Coordinate for C5I integration of manned aircraft, unmanned aircraft, and aviation command and control systems aboard Naval ships and within the Naval Operational Architecture.
• Facilitate the integration of Artificial Intelligence/Machine Learning systems aboard amphibious ships for use by the Afloat MAGTF.

Supplementary/Administrative Duties

• Assist in responding to specific technical tasks assigned to MExW in the Enterprise Task Management Software Solution / Task Management Tool.
• Prepare meeting minutes and deliver to Branch Head.
• Prepare and submit monthly accomplishment reports to the Project Manager.
• Prepare and submit travel requests, reimbursement forms and trip reports as necessary.
• Complete required annual government contractor training.
• Assist in publishing the Maritime Expeditionary Warfare Annual Report.

Skills/Qualifications

• Capable of working efficiently within a military staff environment that requires coordination at the Navy & Marine Corps service and Joint Staff levels.
• Understanding of current and legacy information and communication exchange systems for both ashore and afloat Marine Corps units.
• The candidate must possess excellent interpersonal, communications, and presentation skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (especially Word, Excel, and PowerPoint) is required.

Education/Experience/Knowledge:

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited College or University in Information Systems Management or related field and at least 8 years of relevant experience is required. In lieu of a degree, 12 years of substantive, relevant experience is applicable. Experience is a higher-level discriminator over educational achievements.
• The candidate must have advanced knowledge of the principles, practices, and procedures used in systems engineering, analysis, and design. The candidate will provide technical expertise and lead the analysis of highly complex systems - working with acquisition professionals and operational forces to develop system requirements, resolve interface and performance issues, and develop / evaluate new systems that are cost effective and meet user requirements.
• The candidate must have a solid knowledge of Marine Corps and Navy organizational structures and functions.

Location: The primary workplace will be at Headquarters Marine Corps, Combat Development & Integration (HQMC CD&I) General Raymond G. Davis Center (Bldg. 3300), 3300 Russell Rd, Quantico, VA 22134.

Work Environment:

• On-site Office Environment, amongst mixed military/civilian/contractor personnel.
• Employees will be exposed to a wide variety of people with differing functions, personalities, and abilities.

Physical Demands:

• Work is generally sedentary; there could be a requirement to assist in moving and repositioning computer systems, servers, and other office equipment weighing no more than 50 pounds per person (e.g., two-man lift 100 lbs.).
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Work Schedule: Full Time/40 hours per week. Mon-Fri/8 hours a day. Normal working hours are 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM (0800 – 1600).

License and Other Requirements:

• Hold a valid US Driver’s License, with ability to operate private, and commercial owned motor vehicles (Rental), as required for commuting and travel.
• Must be able to obtain a contractor's common access card, which will stand as identification for instructors and will enable them to access government owned computer equipment and Non-secure Internet Protocol.

Salary and Benefits: As stated during the interview/hiring process.

Security Clearance: Possess an active U.S. Secret level security clearance. As required, obtain a Secure Internet Protocol (SIPR) access token for access to government SIPR computers terminals

Travel: Travel to other government facilities, other contractor facilities, and/or ships will be required. Travel may be required on weekends and could include CONUS and OCONUS locations. The exact dates and duration of travel will vary dependent upon location and requirements of individual events to include planning, attendance at meetings, conferences and/or wargames.

Principal Duties/Responsibilities:

* Evaluates non-emergency work requests, develops scope of work, and inspects job location to determine job requirements.

* Estimates labor hours, skillsets, parts, materials, equipment and special tools required to complete proactive jobs in a safe and efficient manner.

* Gathers relevant technical documentation such as drawings, schematics, specifications, spare parts lists from equipment histories, OEM manuals and the Knowledgebase system. Verifies the availability of parts prior to scheduling the job. Arrange for special tools and auxiliary equipment when required.

* Maintains an organized and prioritized work order backlog to determine the next highest priority jobs to be planned next and maintains the Ready Backlog at or above 80%.

* Employs the continuous improvement process to update Job Plans for accuracy and effectiveness.

* Conducts weekly planning & scheduling meetings with Production to determine work order priorities, communicate work order status and alter planned maintenance activities if necessary.

* Creates a Weekly Technician Schedule that includes priority planned jobs and preventative maintenance tasks that utilize 100% of the available technician labor hours.

* Improves work order planning and scheduling effectiveness through the review process and use of the maintenance metrics.

* Maintains records and files essential to meaningful analysis and reporting of maintenance related matters.

* Trains site employees on CMMS and ensures that it is working with integrity and is being utilized.

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities (KSAs), & Competencies:

Essential KSAs:

* Associate Degree required in a technical field with 1-3 years of maintenance scheduling / planning experience and/or 5 - 10 years as a machine repair technician, or equivalent combination of both

* Familiar with industrial manufacturing environment

* Electrical/mechanical aptitude

* Proficiency with computers, maintenance systems, and applications including Microsoft Office

* Excellent verbal communication, facilitation, and presentation skills

* Ability to build and maintain positive, professional relationships

Desirable KSAs:

* Desire to develop leadership attributes

* Experience in job plan development, job scheduling, and work execution

* Project management and capital project experience preferred

* CMRP certification

* Green Belt certification

* STS certification

Competencies:

* Drive & Motivation

* Interpersonal Skills

* Task Management

* Strategic Skills

* Customer Focus

Physical Demands and Working Conditions:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk; use hands/fingers to handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; climb, ascend/descend or balance to heights that may require a ladder or lift; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl in confined spaces; and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to sit. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move more than 50 pounds. The employee is regularly required to use close vision and color vision. The employee is occasionally exposed to outside weather conditions and risk of electrical shock. Work is typically performed in a factory environment and is usually very loud. In the factory environment, the employee may be exposed to hazardous materials and/or greasy or slippery factory floors.

ATS believes in fair and equitable pay. Please note that actual salaries may vary within the range, or be above or below the range, based on factors including, but not limited to, education, training, experience, professional achievement, business need, and location. We also offer market leading benefit programs including Medical, Dental and Vision plans, PTO, a 401k retirement plans with employer matching, tuition reimbursement, and more.

Brief Description

This position is responsible for coordinating and expediting material/work order flow through the service center facility. Requires focus on custom made engineered components, assemblies and rebuilds. Maintains system data and develops daily/weekly production schedules in conjunction with sales, engineering, warehouse and purchasing departments. Creates and maintains bills of materials, routings, generates work center schedules and other reports as needed.

Key Responsibilities

• Create & maintain manufacturing routings using engineering drawings and other tools
• Coordinates and implements maintenance of Material Master
• Enter, release and close manufacturing direct and indirect production orders
• Maintain and distribute Preventive Maintenance and Tool Calibration schedules to the shop
• Cross check engineering releases for accuracy to ensure that the latest revision levels of drawings are distributed to the shop
• Field questions regarding order status for Sales/Customer Service
• Create and manage daily production schedules for the facility to meet customer delivery dates (required knowledge of scheduled demands)
• Monitor shipping and on-time performance while working with manufacturing to address shortfalls
• Develop and implement process improvements with Production, Engineering, Warehouse and Customer Service on a daily basis to ensure accurate planning, scheduling and shipping
• Create and maintain daily and monthly reports as needed
• Expedited parts within the production environment
• Maintain and query information in SAP
• Help troubleshoot manufacturing and operational problems as they arise
• Review customer specifications and work with sales and customer personnel to help insure we meet customers’ requirements
• Prepare vendor drawing packets for RFQ's
• Participate in developing manufacturing and repair requirements for each specific job as required
• Working with existing engineering standards, ensures that specific procedures and the associated QA requirements are included in all production orders to manufacturing
• Help develop repair and manufacturing standards not yet established
• Assist as needed in providing cost estimates.
• Liaison between manufacturing and engineering for all technical issues.

The person in this role will report to the Service Center Engineer. Key interaction will be with manufacturing and repair personnel at the facility, aftermarket sales personnel, customers and engineering. The candidate will need to be self-motivated and able to handle / coordinate a heavy workload. Needs to be able to prioritize workload while assessing the value of each job/task at hand.

Travel is required on occasion but is estimated at less than 10% with occasional visits to key suppliers, customers, engineering offices, and other company facilities.

The role of this position is to provide technical expertise for the facility. Success is measured by accurate operation estimates and schedules resulting in a even flow of production orders through all departments in the shop.

Work Environment

Position is primarily in an air-conditioned office environment. Time is also spent on shop floor where there is no climate control and personal protective equipment is required, including but not limited to steel toed shoes/boots and safety glasses.

#1ANDRITZway Core Behaviors

• Customer Focus
• Ownership for Performance
• Shared Commitment
• Openness

#1ANDRITZway ALeaders Behaviors

• Lead by Example
• Lead the Business
• Care for People
• Guide the Team

Job Specific Competencies

• Thorough knowledge of modern office practices and procedures by use of office machines, internet resources and equipment. Must be proficient in MS Office. Prefer SAP experience
• Thorough knowledge of policies and procedures of the company; ability to understand pertinent policies and procedures clearly and accurately.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with supervising personnel, co-workers, subordinates, business professionals, and the general public.
• Ability to project a positive, concerned image to the public.
• Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing.

Qualifications (Required)

• High school graduate or GED plus trade knowledge equivalent to completion of an apprenticeship program.
• Must show proficiency in MS office and possess SAP experience or the ability to learn SAP in a timely manner.
• The physical demands of this position require the ability to walk, sit or stand for long periods of time.
• Must be physically able to lift a minimum of 25 pounds and have the dexterity to bend and stoop for long periods of time.
• Make visual inspections with precise hand and finger movements, with reasoning and problem-solving ability.

Other Valued Experience, Knowledge, Skills & Abilities (Preferred)

• Typically has 5+ years of machine assembly experience.
• Some experience as a working supervisor preferred.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or disability.

Now Hiring: Sourcing Manager – This leadership role reports to NAPA’s Director of Sourcing

NAPA Auto Parts Corporate Headquarters (Atlanta/Smyrna, GA)

Onsite: 4 days/week - No Relocation- Local Candidates Only

Must-Haves:

• 3+ years of experience in global sourcing (international supplier management, cost modeling, compliance, direct imports)
• Automotive industry experience strongly preferred
• If no automotive background, must have both true global sourcing experience, and retail merchandising experience (working with merchants, building programs, bringing products to market)

COMPANY INFORMATION - In May 2025, NAPA proudly celebrates its 100th anniversary, reinforcing its commitment to leading the automotive aftermarket. NAPA distributes more than 800,000 automotive replacement parts, accessories, and service items—both NAPA branded and key national brands—throughout the U.S. With 20,000+ employees, NAPA is widely recognized for quality parts, service, and expertise, serving retail and commercial customers across all domestic and foreign vehicle models through its stores and distribution centers.

NAPA’s parent company, Genuine Parts Company (GPC), established in 1928, is a global leader in automotive and industrial replacement parts and value-added solutions. GPC’s Automotive Parts Group operates across North America, Europe, and Australasia, while the Industrial Parts Group serves the U.S., Canada, Mexico, and Australasia. Together, they power a network of 10,700+ locations in 17 countries supported by over 63,000 teammates.

GPC reported record 2024 revenues of $23.5 billion and net earnings of $904 million. The company has paid a cash dividend every year since 1948 and has increased its dividend for 69 consecutive years, with a 3% increase approved for 2025— underscoring its strong financial performance and long-term stability.

GPC’s culture is grounded in diversity, equity, and inclusion, fostering an environment where all employees are respected, valued, and supported with equal opportunities to grow. Learn more at IMPACT - NAPA, a trusted Fortune 200 industry leader with over 100 years of innovation and operational excellence, continues to set the standard in supply chain performance and global sourcing. This Sourcing Manager role is a critical driver of our direct import strategy, leading cost-saving initiatives, supplier negotiations, and strategic sourcing across a global supplier network. With strong cross-functional influence, this role ensures alignment between procurement, logistics, inventory, and international teams to deliver consistent, high-quality results. It is a high-impact position that demands strategic thinking, global execution, and continuous improvement to strengthen our competitive edge. We are looking for a results-oriented, analytically driven professional to lead sourcing strategies that deliver measurable value across a dynamic and growing global supply chain.

FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES -The Sourcing Manager at NAPA Auto Parts plays a vital role in leading the strategic sourcing and management of the direct imports categories portfolio. This high-impact position is responsible for developing long-term sourcing strategies, executing RFPs, driving supplier negotiations, and ensuring strong supplier performance to support cost savings, supply continuity, and business growth. This role requires a collaborative, data-savvy, and results-driven professional capable of working across internal teams and international supplier networks. We are seeking a candidate with demonstrated multi-category sourcing experience.

Key responsibilities include:

▪ Develop and manage a 3-year sourcing strategy aligned with business goals and market trends; bring global sourcing expertise to manage international supplier networks

▪ Lead supplier relationship management for direct import products and develop negotiation strategies to build long-term supplier partnerships

▪ Drive continuous improvement in cost, supplier value, and product quality

▪ Design and execute global strategic sourcing initiatives (RFPs, market analysis, negotiations, supplier selection); evaluate supplier capabilities using industry cost models; conduct supplier performance reviews to ensure accountability and improvement

▪ Implement supplier contracts through collaboration with cross functional teams

▪ Achieve cost reductions through efficiencies, scale, and supplier performance

▪ Collaborate across Procurement, Engineering, Category, Pricing, Buying, Logistics, and Global Sourcing Teams ▪ Ensure supplier compliance with policies, trade laws, and performance standards ▪ Use tools such as Excel, COUPA CSO, Wrike, D365, and Power Bi or similar platforms for data-driven decisions

▪ Communicate proactively with domestic and international suppliers to minimize risk

▪ Analyze industry trends to identify sourcing risks and opportunities

▪ Approve supplier lists for bid processes to ensure competitive sourcing

▪ Apply a solid understanding of the sourcing process and supply chain

▪ Negotiate effectively and build strong supplier relationships

PROFESSIONAL QUALIFICATIONS - We are seeking a high-energy Sourcing Manager who thrives in a fast-paced, collaborative environment and brings 3+ years of experience in global sourcing within the automotive industry, with a proven ability to operate effectively at both the strategic and tactical levels. If no automotive background, candidate must have both true global sourcing experience, and retail merchandising experience.

The ideal candidate is a strategic thinker with exceptional negotiation skills and a demonstrated track record of managing complex categories, delivering meaningful cost savings, and building robust global supplier strategies.

The professional skills we seek include:

▪ Expertise in executing RFPs and managing supplier relationships, especially within direct imports

▪ Proficiency in sourcing tools such as COUPA, D365, Wrike, Excel, and Power BI or similar platforms ▪ Strong analytical, problem-solving, and data interpretation skills

▪ Ability to manage supplier negotiations and long-term strategic agreements

▪ Experience collaborating with procurement, quality, logistics, and international teams

▪ Ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities, and meet aggressive deadlines

▪ Knowledge of trade policy, compliance standards, and supplier contract terminology

PERSONAL QUALIFICATIONS - A strategic, analytical, and relationship-oriented professional who thrives in a cross-functional environment and brings a proactive approach to global sourcing. The ideal candidate will balance long-term strategy with day-to-day execution, demonstrate strong negotiation skills, and foster collaborative supplier partnerships that drive value and performance. This requires a unique personality with strong emotional intelligence and who is:

▪ Influential and collaborative across multiple departments and stakeholders; an active listener to understand needs and drive effective solutions

▪ Organized and deadline-driven who is self-directed and reliable under minimal supervision

▪ Comfortable asking tough questions and challenging norms who will take initiative and demonstrate a self-starter mentality

EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS - Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, or Engineering

COMPENSATION - NAPA offers a highly competitive compensation package, including a base salary and bonus program.

We are seekinga Director Design, Development, and Sourcing Fish & Hunt Hard Goods & Gear to join the Orvis Team! Strongest preference is for someone in our Sunderland, VT office regularly. For candidates not local to Sunderland, expectation is one week/month in Sunderland.

As a Director Design, Development, and Sourcing Fish & Hunt Hard Goods & Gear, you play a pivotal role in leading the design and development of our most innovative and technologically advanced fly fishing and hunting hard goods — work grounded by deep, first-hand angling experience, field knowledge, and real-world testing, not just concept or CAD. You are responsible for overseeing the entire product lifecycle from concept to launch, focusing on innovation, quality, and market trends within the fishing tackle and hunting industry. This role combines technical expertise in materials and engineering with creative direction and team management. You will be a key leader on the Product Team, comprised of 2 direct reports as well as the lead designer of all reels, waders, and wading boots. You will partner with our Product Leadership Team to create clear roles and responsibilities, define our new processes, and identify opportunities for simplification and efficiency. As a leader of multiple team members, you will inspire, guide, teach and elevate your team – owning their professional development and career paths.

Position Interfaces:

This position reports to our Vice President of Product Design, Development, Sourcing, & Import Compliance and interfacing with multiple areas including merchandising, inventory management, marketing, finance, sourcing, wholesale, retail operations, manufacturing and ownership of the company. It is a director role that involves supervision of the Fish/Hunt Hard Goods product design, development/sourcing team. This is an exempt/ salary position.

Responsibilities:

• Lead a customer-obsessed Fish and Hunt Hard Goods Product Design & Development/Sourcing Team
• Lead a culture of partnership, communication, and collaboration across the organization
• Strategic Leadership: Develop and implement a strategic plan for new product design and development that aligns to deliver the Assortment Strategy, thus ensuring alignment with market and customer needs as well as company and financials goals, specifically target retail, AUC and IMU across all Fish/Hunt Hard Goods products.
• Design Inspiration – Lead the Hardgoods / Innovation Design Kickoff, the Design “blank canvas” to push the Orvis brand forward and ensure that we are leaders in innovation.
• Design Partnership – Partner and collaborate with Soft Goods Designer on seasonal
• Design Kick Off, DDR and Line Adoption Meetings to ensure a One Orvis Design POV
• Product Lifecycle Management: Oversee all phases of product design and development for Fish & Hunt Hard Goods, from initial concepting and prototyping to field testing and manufacturing to on time product launch. Ensure that the Hardgoods PDD and Sourcing team is prepared on time for all milestones and inspire cross functional partners across all Hardgoods to prepare milestones and ensure they happen on time.
• Deliver the Line: Ensure that the products agreed upon through the Design Kickoff and Assortment Strategy deliver on time and are discussed at DDR 1, 2 and Final Line Adoption. Aim for 90% of products aligned upon launch on time.
• People Management - Coach the team by providing consistent and candid feedback to ensure great partnership and collaboration with cross functional partners. Guide team to have effective communication and influence decision making. Hold the team accountable for milestone preparation and on-time delivery of product.Inspire the team to make decisions in milestones to reduce swirl and to keep all key partners up to date.
• People Development – Develop and empower direct reports by coaching and mentoring to build skills and support individual career development
• Mentorship: Provide mentorship to associates within the organization.
• Market and Trend Analysis: Utilize expert knowledge of fishing and hunting techniques, gear preferences, and market trends to identify new opportunities and guide/influence product design decisions and to deliver an industry-leading Design Kickoff.
• Collaboration and Communication: Work closely with cross-functional teams including leadership, marketing, sales, and customer service to ensure a cohesive user experience and effective product positioning, most importantly at key milestones.
• Vendor Management: Partner closely with our vendors to negotiate product pricing, ensuring financial goals are met – ensure vendors are clear on product design requirements within the cost parameters set to meet retail and IMU targets
• Budget Management – Partner closely with the Vice President of Product Design, Development, Sourcing, & Import Compliance to ensure accurate operating expense budget forecasting and adherence to budgeted monthly/annual cost spend
• Calendar Management - Partner closely with the Vice President of Product Design, Development, Sourcing, & Import Compliance to refine, enforce and adhere to seasonal development calendar dates and milestone meetings
• Quality Control: Responsible for the overall quality of the final product as measured by return rates and/or product recalls.
• Steward of the brand – Partner with Marketing and Brand Amplification team to align regular travel to regional training events, sales meetings, key wholesale accounts and industry trade shows. Knowledgeable of product performance, durability, and regulatory standards and maintain a continuous pulse on industry trends and competitors.
• Proactively recommend and/or execute new processes, procedures, SOPs to provide clarity and simplification for the Product Team
• Support the Vice President of Product Design, Development, Sourcing, & Import Compliance and Chief Product & Creative Officer with projects and initiatives that benefit the entire organization
• Manage internal testing of all products in a way that is consistent with our brand standards
• Accountable for our field-testing program to ensure 90-day field testing is complete prior to SMS sample ordering PO placement
• Accountable for on-time delivery of photography, tradeshow, marketing and SMS rep samples
• Partner closely with Vice President of Product Design, Development, Sourcing, & Import Compliance to influence our manufacturing and vendor placement for Fish/Hunt Hard Goods Orvis branded products.
• Create relationships across our all-product categories to ensure we deliver a One Orvis experience for our customers.
• As a Director, think beyond your function.Proactively anticipate and solve problems that are One Orvis challenges. Give leverage to the leaders around you by taking on projects or solving problems that go beyond your function, therefore giving time back to those around you.

Competencies and Requirements:

• Education: A strong background in mechanical engineering or industrial design
• Technical Expertise: Deep knowledge of fishing rod, reel, wader, boot, packs, bags, apparel materials, design tools, and manufacturing processes.
• Leadership: Proven leadership skills to guide teams, inspire innovation, and manage complex projects.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate across departments and partner in problem solving.
• Problem-Solving: Strong capacity for creative problem-solving and finding innovative solutions for design and production challenges.
• Real-world Experience: Practical, real-world fishing experience and an understanding of angler needs
• 10+ years of Product Design & Development experience with a proven track record of helping to create a positive, supportive and inspiring work environment
• 5+ years of experience managing a team with a proven track record of excellent leadership, collaboration, and coaching skills.Ability to inspire, support, coach, teach and direct team – and the ability to know which is needed in each situation. Empathetic, supportive, and direct leadership style.
• Highly proficient in cost estimating with baseline inputs, understand relationship between like for like style, COO, duties and freight
• Strong organizational, prioritization and time management skills with exceptional attention to detail
• Management of the team for on schedule design and development of best-in-class Orvis branded products
• Efficiency: reduced spin and reduced need for communication outside of milestones by maintaining process and calendar discipline
• Quality as measured by returns and recalls, as well as feedback from customers, sales personnel in retail and wholesale, and the endorsed guide network
• Margin rate, cost of goods and sourcing strategies for Orvis branded products
• Increase in sales and gross margin dollars

About Orvis:

In 1856, Charles Orvis founded the Orvis Company in Manchester, Vermont, offering the finest fly fishing equipment, and priding himself on customer satisfaction and service. Today, along with our world famous fly-fishing gear, Orvis offers distinctive clothing, home furnishings, gifts, and dog products. Each item is rooted in our heritage of authenticity and the outdoors, and is backed with a no-questions-asked guarantee. With our flagship retail store located in the same Vermont village as the original store since 1856, we offer experience and knowledge that no other retail company can. Each day we strive to apply what we know and learn to bring our customers even better service and products tomorrow.

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Recruiter/Sourcer- Engineering

Contract: 6+ Months

Pay rate: W2 hourly with medical benefits

Onsite 5 days/week- Overland Park, KS

Manager Notes:

I am looking for an experienced sourcer or recruiter with a passion for sourcing and experience recruiting and/or sourcing hard-to-fill niche roles. Someone with experience working on engineering roles is a plus.

Skills sourcing outside of LinkedIn and developing sourcing strategies is highly preferred. We want someone who can get creative. We will be giving them a LI recruiter seat.

We are looking for someone with a sales and marketing mindset who can “sell” career opportunities to passive candidates via email, phone, and various social media platforms.

I am looking for someone who stays up to date on sourcing techniques and enjoys continuous learning in this space.

Key Responsibilities:

Consult and conduct recruitment strategy meetings with talent acquisition partners to understand gaps in recruiting efforts and needs

Build long term relationships with top talent for current and future career opportunities

Implement and execute strategic recruitment techniques for high volume, aged and hard to fill positions

Use innovative sourcing techniques and leverage technology to find active and passive candidates

Build strong partnerships with recruiters to develop plans for key staffing initiatives

Post and maintain quality job descriptions and advertisements for open positions, ensuring consistency across all postings

Source candidates through creative social media tools and developing robust networking avenues

Initiate contact with passive candidates for openings and maintaining candidate pipelines

Utilize internal applicant tracking system to review applications and maintain candidate progress

Recognize and assist with any situation within our business that can be assisted with HR support

Researching market conditions and industry trends as they relate to our competitors to assist in decision-making and marketing positions.

Using industry knowledge, social media sources, Technical Operations, and mission-focused knowledge to seek out potential candidates that may be currently employed at peer/competitor companies, and successfully identify candidates

Skills: Preferred Qualifications:

Comfortable monitoring key metrics and making data driven decisions in respect to adjusting recruitment or sourcing strategies

Extensive data mining of various social media to identify candidate profiles.

Utilizing professional networks to source candidates

Bachelor's Degree is preferred

Recruiting experience, preferably in engineering or technical roles but open to other experiences also

Full Life Cycle Recruiting, managing hiring manager relationships

Keywords:

Education: Minimum Qualifications:

3+ years of talent sourcing and/or full-cycle recruiting experience, preferably specializing in the recruitment of engineers within the domains of water, wastewater treatment plants, utilities, power generation, storage, transmission, and/or distribution. Candidates with a background in technical recruitment or other recruitment specializations may also be considered. Agency recruitment background is a plus.

Ability to quickly learn candidate profiles and identify and source candidates outside of job boards and LinkedIn using boolean techniques including X-ray searching in a fast-paced changing environment. Experience designing recruiting strategies a plus

Ability to identify and source candidates outside of job boards and LinkedIn using boolean techniques including X-ray searching preferred.

All applicants must be able to complete pre-employment onboarding requirements (if selected) which may include any/all of the following: criminal/civil background check, drug screen, and motor vehicle records search, in compliance with any applicable laws and regulations

Why Us?

At Par Health, we believe great healthcare is built on getting the essentials right. We’re looking for passionate, talented individuals who share our commitment to improving lives. With 4,000+ team members worldwide, we lead with pride and purpose—prioritizing quality and safety while fostering a culture of continuous improvement, accountability, and teamwork. Elevating the Essentials isn’t just our tagline, it’s the higher standard we live by every day.

The Strategic Sourcing Manager-Indirect will be responsible for designing, managing and implementing sourcing strategies for the enterprise. This role will work closely with various business owners and functional leadership throughout the enterprise and will be responsible for delivering category management services including but not limited to, strategic sourcing, client stakeholder management, supplier performance management and continuous cost and performance improvement. In addition, this person will collaborate closely with the FP&A team to coordinate annual cost reduction targets rolling up to an annual cost target for the enterprise. The ideal candidate must possess a high level of interpersonal, communication, analytic, legal acumen, and financial skills to promote positive working relationships with business partners and suppliers to create long-term value for the enterprise within the highest standards of the industry and in compliance with the law. The role will establish effective ongoing relationships with key business partners to ensure sourcing is effectively integrated into the strategy of the business and involved in all purchasing decisions. Competency in project management to drive a fact-based approach to deliver on commitments. The role must have a working knowledge of Procurement and Strategic Sourcing Systems (i.e. Coupa, SAP, JDE, CLMs, etc), category management techniques, 7-step sourcing process, supplier management, strong legal acumen in negotiating service and supply agreements, and spend analytics.

Scope of Authority

• Company-wide indirect spend focused on IT, Corporate Services, Legal Services, Logistics, and Finance related categories along with others as assigned.

ESSENTAIL FUNCTIONS:

Key Accountabilities:

Strategic Sourcing / Procurement = 70%

• Design and implement cost savings/value driving projects across multiple indirect sourcing categories based on historical and forecasted spend.
• Establish annual savings targets with Business Partners in support of business goals.
• Research and collaborate with internal stakeholders and external resources to identify a broad selection (e.g., large, boutique, small, diverse) of qualified suppliers to participate in sourcing events and other projects.
• Evaluate competitive offerings to determine the overall best offer for a service or product. Manage the analysis of proposals in support of the bid evaluation process.
• Skillfully apply appropriate procurement approach in negotiations. Prepare and lead negotiations to conclusion.
• Review and assess current supplier contractual terms and conditions to determine strategic direction and negotiation strategies. Work closely with Legal, Compliance and Finance organizations on drafting and executing final agreements for services and/or products.
• Manage risks and protect Company intellectual property.
• Ensure compliance with purchasing policies and procedures, ethical practices and adherence to relevant laws and regulations.
• Manage and resolve contract differences with suppliers.
• Identify cost reduction, cost avoidance, and cost containment opportunities.
• Analyze category market conditions, customer requirements, pricing trends and competitive benchmarking to determine appropriate sourcing strategy. Utilize relevant Company procurement and contract systems.

• Supplier & Contract Management & Reporting = 20%
• Develop internal and external relationships with suppliers and cross-functional teams regarding the following:
• Evaluate supplier performance data to eliminate or mitigate supply chain constraints or risks. Drive supplier innovation to remain competitive.
• Support reviewing supplier demonstrations with functional management and end-user departments.
• Coordinate supplier visits and evaluations to determine suitability.
• Assist in developing supplier performance measurements using rating systems or predetermined standards.
• Develop and drive effective relationships with suppliers.
• Coordinate, review and respond to supplier inquiries, protests and appeals.
• Develop and execute Supplier Diversity reporting and data analytics for internal and external reporting as required.

• Stakeholder Relationship Management = 20%
• Work closely with key stakeholders to:
• Understand priorities.
• Develop with and agree upon sourcing strategies / plans and set expectations for effective value delivery.
• Help the stakeholder understand Company’s procurement requirements, so they proactively engage Procurement.
• Develop high value strategies that align with overall enterprise goals for quality, service, and cost.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

Education:

Undergraduate degree in Business Administration, Finance, Management, Supply Chain Management, life sciences, or technical field – MBA preferred

Experience

• Minimum seven to ten years’ experience in strategic sourcing/purchasing (preferably in the pharmaceutical industry), including the use of sourcing technologies (i.e. Coupa, Corcentric, etc) to develop and conduct RFIs and RFPs, with exposure and responsibility for various functional areas (supplier management, spend analytics, contracting, negotiating, bid management).
• Minimum 5+ years’ experience in souring IT goods and services.
• Four to six years in a position leading cross-functional teams in the development of sourcing or supplier management strategies for key indirect expenditure categories (e.g., IT, Finance, Sales and Marketing, Legal, Facilities, MRO, HR, R&D, Professional Services, Capital Projects).
• One to three years’ experience consulting with C-level and/or functional vice presidents and directors of business units to influence corporate decision making related to purchasing.
• Experience structuring, negotiating and managing service and supply agreements with suppliers including, but not limited to complex long-term strategic agreements, short-term transactional agreements and project-based or consulting agreements.

Knowledge

• Knowledge of various categories of indirect spend in the Pharma Industry.
• Strategic Sourcing Methodology (7-step)
• Strong financial skills
• Strong legal acumen
• Working knowledge and skills with ERP systems, Procurement and Strategic Sourcing Systems, MS Excel, MS Word, MS Power Point, and MS Project.
• Understanding business implications of decisions; Displays orientation to profitability.
• Demonstrated knowledge of market and competition.
• Understanding of supplier diversity reporting methodologies and best practices.
• Strong communication skills and ability to work effectively with a variety of stakeholder types (e.g. Local Supply Chain, Executive Leadership).

Skills & Abilities

• Ability to use a variety of tactics (e.g. research, analysis and networking) to identify opportunities.
• Exceptional interpersonal skills, with ability to influence decision-making and drive positive outcomes.
• Ability to independently evaluate, assess and initiate actions.
• Ability to develop and deliver compelling presentations.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Experience managing data analysis and/or developing reports.

RELATIONSHIP WITH OTHERS/ SCOPE:

• Internal Contacts – no direct reports. Will interact with senior leaders to include Directors, VP, and C-suite level IT, Ops, Finance, and Commercial executives.
• External Contacts – VP level vendors and suppliers.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Position will work both an office environment and in a manufacturing plant environment.
• Must be able to wear the required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) out on the plant site as deemed necessary by EH&S.
• Hybrid position based out of Hazelwood MO.
• Occasional travel required conference vendor sites.

DISCLAIMER:

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.

EEO Statement:

We comply with all applicable federal, state, and local laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment, and provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or genetic information, or any other classification protected by federal, state or local law. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

Description

Ready for more than just a job? Build a career with purpose.

At Lactalis in the USA, we're committed to providing meaningful opportunities for our people to learn, grow, and thrive-whether you're just starting your journey with us or looking to take the next step in your career. From day one, we offer the tools and support to help you succeed.

As the world leader in dairy, Lactalis is a family-owned company with over 85,000 pragmatic and ambitious professionals across the globe. Each day, we're proud to produce award-winning dairy products that bring people together.

In the US, we proudly offer an unrivaled house of beloved brands, including Galbani Italian cheeses and ricotta, President specialty cheeses and butters, Kraft natural and grated cheeses, Breakstone's cottage cheese, Cracker Barrel, Black Diamond cheddar, and Parmalat milk. Our yogurt portfolio includes siggi's, Stonyfield Organic, Brown Cow, Oui, Yoplait, Go-Gurt, :ratio, Green Mountain Creamery, and Mountain High, along with a growing family of ethnic favorites like Karoun, Gopi, and Arz.

At Lactalis, we live by our core values-Ambition, Engagement, and Simplicity. We foster a workplace where innovation thrives, diverse perspectives are celebrated, and everyone's unique background and ideas are valued.

Even if you don't meet every qualification, we encourage you to apply. We want to hear about your PASSION, your STORY, and how your EXPERTISE can help us shape the future of dairy.

From your PASSION to ours

The Strategic Sourcing Manager US Comanufacturing, is an active member of the Purchasing Team North America (NA), participates in sharing purchasing excellence and strategies, supporting teamwork, joint learning and development initiatives. The incumbent will lead the North American sourcing strategy initiatives for an assigned Category. Under the guidance of the Associate Director procurement - US Comanufacturing, will assist in the execution of a supply strategy for managing Lactalis' US Comanufacturing network and will provide local support to Yogurt Business units across USA and Canada . This position will be expected to provide a high level of service and support for internal stakeholders by developing a deep understanding of affiliate business needs, providing detailed analysis of spend data and financial results, playing a key role in supplier relationship and performance management, and by providing necessary support for new product innovation and supply chain sustainability. This position will also be responsible for ensuring connectivity between Lactalis Yogurt business units' functions (Supply Chain, R&D, Quality, Finance, PMO, Marketing, etc.) and the broader Lactalis North America Purchasing organization. The focus of this position will be primarily in support for yogurt -related co manufacturing activities in the United States.

From your EXPERTISE to ours

• Develops local /regional sourcing strategies for the Category managed, using detailed analysis of historical & current spend data, combined with sourcing and research of new suppliers.
• Achieve budget objectives by identifying, developing and supporting North American sourcing strategy initiatives for the assigned Category or the North American Sourcing.
• Leads the implementation, and management of the strategy for Category, making sure the needs and specifications of each Business Unit are considered.
• Take ownership of the bid process, through in-depth knowledge and analysis of key cost drivers, qualify vendors, tender, negotiate, implement, and manage all contracts related to the category.
• Support global negotiation initiatives led by Lactalis senior global procurement team by providing information such as pricing specifications, vendor listings and negotiating at local and global level. As well as providing information as a subject matter export on the Category being managed.
• Lead cross-functional teams with internal stakeholders in the design and implementation of sourcing strategies
• Identify and execute negotiation cost savings initiatives.
• Participate as a subject matter expert in working with cross-functional teams, providing insight to key functional areas of the business for effective project execution such as process optimization. The scope includes pricing, as well as process improvements ideas provided by the vendors, and insights into the portfolio.
• Develop supplier relationships to optimize supplier quality and performance, including continuous improvement, innovation, and reduction in total cost of ownership to add value to North America region. Responsible for supplier quality and supplier contract compliance with respect to the category managed.
• Perform administrative duties such as tracking cost savings initiatives, providing monthly status reports vs. objective targets reviewing and validating pricing and communicating the pricing to master data for upload.
• Responsible for providing insights on the market for LE & monthly risk & opportunities forecast reports to the divisions
• Participate as an active member of the Strategic Sourcing team, sharing purchasing strategies, supporting teamwork, joint learning and development initiative.

Requirements

From your STORY to ours

Education & Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain, Procurement or another appropriate discipline
• Five (5) to ten (10) years' experience in a Procurement function, preferably at a food company
• ndustrial and/or Supply Chain Purchasing experience preferred

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Initiative, and strong interpersonal skills.
• Strong negotiation & presentation skills
• Able to positively influence others
• Ability to operate in an open and collaborative team environment with the ability to motivate
• Highly focused and proactive
• Ability to prioritize and meet deadlines within specified time constraints
• Strong planning, project management, and execution skills
• Ease of presenting in front of small to medium size groups and leadership
• Consultative and customer centric approach that nurtures interest, engagement, and the sharing of ideas.
• Rigorous data driven/analytical capability and ability to present data to a leadership level
• Proficient with Microsoft Office including advanced proficiency MS Excel and MS PowerPoint
• Ability to prioritize and meet deadlines within specified time constraints
• Ability to adapt in a changing work environment
• SAP or comparable business systems solutions knowledge
• Bilingual (French/English) is an asset
• Ability to travel within the United States, with occasional travel to Canada and internationally, approximately 30% of the time
• As required provide support for other categories within Purchasing

At Lactalis, we offer a comprehensive Total Rewards Program with a variety of affordable benefits and coverage options. We support insurance costs significantly, contribute generously to retirement plans, and offer Paid Time Off from day one. We are committed to your professional growth, providing training and development opportunities, including Education Reimbursement. Join us and grow your career.

Lactalis is an equal employment opportunity employer. We will not discriminate against applicants with regard to any legally-recognized basis including, but not limited to: veteran status, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, sexual orientation, and physical or mental disabilities. Further, any division of the Company that is an Affirmative Action Employer will comply with all related legal obligations.

VP of Sourcing

SAUSALITO, CA (hybrid)

Serena and Lily is seeking a VP of Sourcing to join our team in Sausalito, California. This role will report to the CFO / COO and will have direct reports to mentor and guide. We are looking for an individual with experience as the head of a department; and who has strong knowledge in sourcing, production, and product development. You will lead and continue to advance S&L’s sourcing strategy. You will manage information across functions, leading and working closely with all cross-functional partners. Each day can range from small tasks to building large strategies for this role.

The ideal candidate is a strong and motivational leader, a strategic thinker, a collaborative cross-functional partner, and a reliable team player. You must also have a strong business acumen, an impressive work ethic, advanced presentation skills, a deep understanding and appreciation for the S&L customer, and a sincere commitment to the development of your direct reports.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Oversee sourcing teams and strategies across multiple categories or business units.
• Develop and execute long-term sourcing strategies aligned with organizational goals.
• Manage supplier partnerships and drive cost savings, efficiency, and innovation.
• Determine company-wide sourcing policies while partnering with senior leadership
• Works directly with Agents/Vendors in all product categories. Vendors range from overseas to domestic importers.
• Managing and onboarding Domestic or Direct Import US vendors to suit Serena & Lily’s packaging, labeling, and operations processes.
• Optimize sourcing procedures to attain maximum efficiency.
• Manage Calendar & timelines w/ cross-functional teams and vendors/agents to ensure on-time deliveries.
• Manage compliance with legal and regulatory requirements, including sustainability and ethical sourcing guidelines
• Evaluate current supplier portfolio and introduce new suppliers to balance the sourcing matrix with strategic goals for growth.
• Close working partnership with Design, Merchandising, Planning and DC.
• Leadership – pro-actively mentor, train, guide, and support the sourcing team.
• Implement operation efficiencies and adapt quickly to changes.
• Define a clear people development vision that aligns with the organization’s goals. This includes identifying the skills, competencies, and leadership qualities required for future success.
• Succession Planning - encourage tailored development plans that address specific needs of individuals while aligning them with the broader organizational strategy

REQUIREMENTS:

• A minimum of 10 years in Sourcing and Production Role.
• Strong leadership, strategic thinking, and stakeholder management skills.
• Experience in managing teams and complex supplier negotiations.
• Knowledge in product sourcing internationally as well as domestically.
• Understanding of raw material properties, fabric, embroidery, construction, and finishes.
• Excellent communication skills
• Strong negotiation, financial reporting and quantitative analysis skills.
• Strong capacity planning and production management capabilities.
• Knowledge of product packaging, quality assurance and product testing.
• Logistics and supply chain management and coordination experience.
• Effective communicator with internal and external parties, must have the ability to work in/with cross functional teams.
• Proactive approach to problem solving, adapt quickly to changes.
• Demonstrates high level of organization and can quickly reprioritize based on the needs of the business.
• Detail oriented and driven by deadlines and high sense of urgency.
• Ability to manage production to the master calendar.
• Must be willing to accommodate off hours/overseas meetings.
• Travel required.
• Proficient reading, written and verbal language skills (English).
• Multi-cultural awareness and respect.
• College Degree required.

COMPENSATION:

• $250k-$300k per year is the anticipated starting base pay for this role. This range represents the low and high end of the anticipated base salary range for this role. The actual base pay is dependent upon many factors, such as: experience, education, and skills.
• Employees (and their families) are covered by medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance should they choose to participate in Serena & Lily’s benefits. Employees can enroll in our company’s 401k plan. During the first year of employment, full-time employees accrue twenty-one days of PTO and seven paid holidays throughout the year.