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Who Are We?

Stand Out For Good, Inc. is a rapidly growing women’s fashion company with 5 unique brands, in 130+ locations, across 38 states. Our stores feel like a sanctuary - a place of beauty from the inside out. From welcoming experiences and warm associates to thoughtfully curated products, our brands are built upon the founding principles of giving back and making a difference in the World.

Our Mission

“Stand Out. For Good”. At Altar’d State, those four words are more than just our motto, they are why we exist. From Mission Mondays, where 10% of our net proceeds go directly to local charitable organizations, to our long-standing partnership with Coprodeli USA, in which we are in the process of building 22 schools for impoverished communities in Peru, we are committed to giving back in meaningful ways to those in need.

The Procurement Intern will be highly motivated, detail oriented and support the procurement operations that drive our windows, activations, and experiential projects. This internship offers hands-on experience in sourcing, budgeting, logistics, and vendor coordination while providing exposure to cross-functional teamwork and real-world procurement strategy. The intern will assist with financial tracking, allocation planning, and data analysis to help achieve cost-effective, high-quality project outcomes.

Key Responsibilities

Procurement & Vendor Support

• Assist in sourcing vendors, gathering quotes, and comparing pricing and quality.
• Help maintain vendor communication, track order statuses, and support issue resolution related to product quality or delivery.
• Update and organize purchase records, contracts, and procurement documentation.
• Support tracking of vendor performance and service metrics.

Planning & Allocation

• Partner with teams to help prepare allocation plans aligned with project timelines and seasonal needs.
• Assist with distributing assets and materials based on store requirements and available inventory.
• Support case-pack and linear footage analysis to ensure accurate ordering and efficient allocation.

Budget & Financial Tracking

• Assist with tracking project budgets and monitoring actual vs. planned spend.
• Gather data for variance analysis and help identify potential cost-saving opportunities.
• Prepare basic financial summaries or reports for internal review with guidance from the team.

Data Analysis & Reporting

• Update procurement dashboards with data on shipping costs, damages, replacements, and other key metrics.
• Assist with time-study data collection to help forecast labor needs for installations.
• Use Excel to support simple data analysis, trend identification, and reporting tasks.

Logistics & Operations Support

• Help coordinate shipping schedules, freight details, and delivery timelines.
• Assist in preparing packing specifications and monitoring quality checks for project installations.
• Support troubleshooting delays or logistical issues by communicating with internal teams and vendors.

Qualifications

• Junior, Senior, or recent graduate Pursuing a degree in Supply Chain, Finance, Business, Operations, or a related field.
• Strong attention to detail, organization, and problem-solving skills.
• Basic proficiency in Excel (pivot tables, lookups, macros, scenario modeling is a plus).
• Strong communication skills and ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams.
• Interest in procurement, logistics, or budgeting within a creative or retail environment.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and work in a fast-paced setting.

Stand Out For Good, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity. All employment decisions are decided on the basis of qualification, merit and business need. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex or national origin.

We are proud to share that our associates have made us one of Fortune's Best Companies to Work For! Recently, our team has received the following recognition:

• #73 in Fortune 100 Best Companies to Work For® 2023
• #4 in Fortune Best Workplaces in Retail™ 2022
• #93 in Best Workplaces for Millennials™ 2023
• #34 in Fortune Best Workplaces for Women™ 2022

Procurement Coordinator

Grand Rapids, MI

Headquartered in Grand Rapids, Michigan Mill Steel Company is a team of over 400 employees with a commitment to high-quality service. We are a unified, motivated, and empowered market driven company with a single focus to be the best. Our mission is simple, expand our operations into new territories, enhance relationships with our customers and suppliers, provide the best value available in the market, increase market share in key customer industries, develop innovative responses to customer needs, and continue to foster an environment of team involvement and empowerment.

As the Procurement Coordinator your goal is to maintain and coordinate the flow of steel into all areas of our business. In this role you will work closely with steel processing vendors and our fulfillment team to facilitate various areas of the supply chain process and identify opportunities for cost reduction.

Among other functions, you will be responsible for managing supplier relations, inventory, and external production activities associated with providing exceptional service to a growing customer base. As well as sending purchase orders to steel mills/vendors, tracking the progress of those orders, expediting and communicating the timing of the material, invoice and account reconciliations.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Oversee procurement activities, including purchase order creation, vendor communication, order tracking, and inbound logistics coordination
• Manage outside processing relationships, negotiating pricing, delivery schedules, and monitoring quality compliance
• Analyze customer forecasts, inventory levels, and purchasing plans to align with business needs and reduce costs
• Lead vendor selection, onboarding, and performance evaluations; drive accountability for delivery, quality, and pricing
• Monitor and expedite production at outside processors to ensure on-time delivery to customers
• Oversee material flow to and from vendors, ensuring accurate system updates and inventory reconciliations
• Collaborate with internal departments to align procurement and processing activities with production schedules
• Manage supply chain disruptions and develop contingency plans to mitigate risks
• Lead continuous improvement projects aimed at cost reduction, process efficiency, and service enhancements
• Provide weekly and monthly reporting on procurement performance, vendor metrics, inventory, and cost savings initiatives
• Support leadership with data-driven insights and recommendations for strategic sourcing and operational improvements

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business, or a related field
• 1+ years of experience in procurement, supply chain management, or production operations
• Strong project management and organizational skills
• Digital literacy and data management skills
• Excellent negotiation, communication, and vendor management abilities
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook) and business systems for procurement and inventory management
• Dynamics 365 Finance and Operations ERP experience preferred
• Ability to prioritize tasks, manage multiple projects, and work collaboratively across teams
• Analytical mindset with a focus on problem-solving and continuous improvement

Organizational Relationship:

• This individual reports to the Director of Purchasing and works closely with a variety of departments throughout the company.

What we offer:

• Team oriented environment
• Pet friendly environment
• Onsite free chiropractic adjustments
• Hands on business experience
• Awarded “National Best & Brightest Companies To Work For” 10 consecutive years running (2010 – 2020)
• Awarded “National Best & Brightest Elite Winner”
• 2010 – Elite Winner in Recognition & Retention
• 2016 – Elite Winner in Community Initiatives
• 2017 – Elite Winner in Recruitment, Selection & New Employee Orientation
• 2020 – Elite Winner in Communication & Shared Vision

This employer participates in E-Verify. Federal law requires all employers to verify the identity and employment eligibility of all persons hired to work in the United States.

YOUR ROLE

A Local Buyer / procurement generalist is responsible for managing day-to-day purchasing activities to support local operations in their “zone”. This role ensures the timely and cost-effective procurement of goods and services while maintaining compliance with company policies, quality standards, and budget requirements. The position works closely with internal stakeholders and external suppliers to meet operational needs and drive continuous improvement in procurement processes.

WHAT ARE YOU GOING TO DO?

• Supporting purchase requisitions and purchase orders
• Sourcing local suppliers when global or regional contracts are not applicable
• Ensuring compliance with category and corporate procurement strategies
• Managing local supplier relationships and resolving operational issues
• Monitoring deliveries, quality, and invoicing
• Supporting sites with urgent or operational needs
• Other duties as assigned.

WHAT ARE WE LOOKING FOR?

Qualification profile/ Professional Expertise:

• Management, Business, Finance, or a related field (or equivalent experience
• Min 5 years of experience in procurement, purchasing, or supply chain operations
• Able to manage time efficiently and handle competing priorities. Able to work independently with little supervision.
• Preferred: Experience sourcing local or regional suppliers

Personal skills:

• Strong understanding of procurement processes, contract fundamentals, and commercial terms
• Proven experience managing complex suppliers and negotiations
• Good analytical skills, logical approach to complex matters and ability of strategic thinking and planning.
• Result-oriented, problem solving, decision and execution focused.
• Team player who works in a collaborative environment.

WHAT DO WE HAVE TO OFFER?

With a genuine culture of recognition, we want our employees to grow, develop and be part of our journey. We offer a benefits package with a focus on your wellbeing. This includes competitive Paid Time Off, 401(k), health insurance and an employee benefits platform that offers discounts on gym memberships and a diverse range of retail, travel, car, and hospitality brands, including important offerings like pet insurance.

We are a team in every sense, and we support each other and work collaboratively to achieve our goals together.

It is our goal that you will be compensated for your hard work and commitment, so if you’d like to work for one of the top Logistics providers in the world then let’s work together to help you find your new role.

ABOUT TOMORROW

We value your professional and personal growth. That’s why we share plenty of career opportunities for you to thrive within CEVA. This role can be the first step on your career path with us. You can stay in the same job family, find a new family to grow in (an almost limitless number of options) or find your own path. Join CEVA for a challenging and rewarding career.

CULTIVATE A BETTER WORLD

Food served fast does not have to be a typical fast-food experience. Chipotle has always done things differently, both in and out of our restaurants. We are changing the face of fast food, starting conversations, and directly supporting efforts to shift the future of farming and food. We hope you will join us as we continue to learn, evolve, and shape what comes next on our mission to make better food accessible to everyone.

THE OPPORTUNITY

Chipotle is one of the largest purchasers of naturally raised beef, pork, and chicken in the United States. This position is responsible for all activities related to ongoing supplier management and the procurement of services, materials, and supplies related to CMG Protein Procurement. Individual tasks include negotiations, controlling costs, ensuring continuous and efficient processing. Maintain and update policies/procedures to ensure that procurement activities are in accordance with corporate standards.

LOCATION

This position will be based in our Newport Beach, CA office 4 days per week (with work from home on Friday). Remote work is not available for this role.

WHAT YOU’LL DO

• Performs tactical/strategic functions related to daily procurement.
• Build/maintain excellent relationship with vendors, ensure they abide by CMG policies and fulfill deliveries, and help negotiate with suppliers for favorable pricing and quality.
• Support culinary/marketing on any new protein options to help meet CMG standards and cost/availability requirements, especially LTO project work.
• Work with cross functional teams to onboard new suppliers that meet CMG standards to help support supply growth and diversification while ensuring available category capacity to support CMG growth.
• Identification/realization of cost-saving opportunities and cost-avoidance exercises without compromising supply assurance or quality.
• Pricing/Product Management in Oracle, Semarchy, Foodlogiq, etc.
• Support with analysis for RFP for raw materials and commissary
• Review and monitor raw material supplier performance with commissary
• Monitor and manage yields at commissary.
• Update team/organization on commodity markets through monthly category reviews, Board forecasts, and through market news.

WHAT YOU’LL BRING TO THE TABLE

• B.A./B.S. in related field; or an equivalent in education and experience; Masters preferred
• 3-5 years relevant work experience
• Experience in supply chain; food, meat industry preferable. Experience in procurement/commodities markets
• Strategic Sourcing, Negotiation, Commodity Analysis

PAY TRANSPARENCY

A reasonable estimate of the current base pay range for this position is $85,000.00–$122,500.00. You are also eligible for annual cash bonuses and equity awards based upon performance and other factors. Actual compensation offered may vary depending on skill level, experience, and/or education. Chipotle offers a competitive total rewards package, which includes medical, dental, and vision insurance, 401k, sick leave, vacation time, and much more. Visit for more details.

WHO WE ARE

Chipotle Mexican Grill, Inc. (NYSE: CMG) is cultivating a better world by serving responsibly sourced, classically cooked, real food with wholesome ingredients without artificial colors, flavors or preservatives. Chipotle has restaurants in the United States, Canada, the United Kingdom, France and Germany and is the only restaurant company of its size that owns and operates all its restaurants in North America and Europe. With employees passionate about providing a great guest experience, Chipotle is a longtime leader and innovator in the food industry. Chipotle is committed to making its food more accessible to everyone while continuing to be a brand with a demonstrated purpose as it leads the way in digital, technology and sustainable business practices. For more information or to place an order online, visit WWW.CHIPOTLE.COM

Chipotle Mexican Grill is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity at all levels. As a people-first company rooted in values, our purpose extends beyond serving nutritious food using real ingredients. It means hiring world-class individuals and fostering a culture that champions diversity, ensures equity, and celebrates inclusion. All qualified applicants, regardless of personal characteristics, are encouraged to apply.

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We are seeking a manager with deep expertise in end-to-end Procurement and ServiceNow Source-to-Pay (S2P) capabilities. As a ServiceNow Procurement Consulting Manager, you will play a pivotal role in driving the design, implementation and optimization of procurement solutions for our clients. You will lead a team of consultants to deliver innovative solutions that enhance procurement processes and drive efficiency through the design and implementation of orchestration solutions enabled by ServiceNow. This position offers the chance to work closely with clients, understand their needs, and provide strategic guidance to help them achieve their procurement goals.

As a manager in EY’s Procurement practice, you will:

• Lead the business process design of orchestration solutions enabled by ServiceNow
• Collaborate with our ServiceNow technology consultants to ensure alignment between business processes and technical solutions
• Analyze client procurement needs and develop strategic designs that enhance efficiency and effectiveness
• Design and implement AI-driven procurement solutions to optimize decision-making and process automation
• Conduct workshops and training sessions to promote best practices in procurement and orchestration
• Foster strong relationships with client stakeholders to ensure successful project delivery and client satisfaction
• Provide thought leadership on procurement process optimization and orchestration strategies
• Support business development initiatives by identifying opportunities for new solutions and enhancements
• Ensure compliance with procurement policies and industry regulations throughout the design process
• Mentor and guide team members in best practices for process design and implementation

• Ability to think holistically across people, process, data, and technology to design next-generation solutions
• Analytical mindset with a focus on process improvement and problem-solving
• Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities effectively
• Deep understanding of ServiceNow's S2P capabilities and procurement best practices
• Strong communication and storytelling skills with the ability to tailor technical insights for business audiences
• Client-facing experience in shaping or selling transformation programs
• Entrepreneurial mindset with the ability to thrive in ambiguous, fast-moving client environments
• Strong leadership and team collaboration skills
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities

• A bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Information Technology, or a related field
• 5-8 years of experience in business process design, procurement consulting or ServiceNow S2P
• Strong understanding of procurement processes and best practices
• Proven experience with ServiceNow and its procurement solutions
• Demonstrated experience in shaping and defining solutions for operational efficiency or digital enablement

• Previous experience in a leadership role within a consulting environment
• Experience with Agile methodologies and project management frameworks
• Experience with other leading Procurement technology (Ariba, Coupa, etc.) and AI solutions
• Consulting experience or involvement in multi-disciplinary transformation projects
• Experience in change management and process optimization

We seek proactive and innovative individuals who are passionate about transforming procurement processes through effective orchestration solutions. You should be a strategic thinker with the ability to collaborate across teams, inspire others, and drive successful outcomes for our clients.

At EY, we’ll develop you with future-focused skills and equip you with world-class experiences. We’ll empower you in a flexible environment, and fuel you and your extraordinary talents in a diverse and inclusive culture of globally connected teams. Learn more.

• We offer a comprehensive compensation and benefits package where you’ll be rewarded based on your performance and recognized for the value you bring to the business. The base salary range for this job in all geographic locations in the US is $128,400 to $235,300. The base salary range for New York City Metro Area, Washington State and California (excluding Sacramento) is $154,000 to $267,400. Individual salaries within those ranges are determined through a wide variety of factors including but not limited to education, experience, knowledge, skills and geography. In addition, our Total Rewards package includes medical and dental coverage, pension and 401(k) plans, and a wide range of paid time off options.
• Join us in our team-led and leader-enabled hybrid model. Our expectation is for most people in external, client serving roles to work together in person 40-60% of the time over the course of an engagement, project or year.
• Under our flexible vacation policy, you’ll decide how much vacation time you need based on your own personal circumstances. You’ll also be granted time off for designated EY Paid Holidays, Winter/Summer breaks, Personal/Family Care, and other leaves of absence when needed to support your physical, financial, and emotional well-being.

Are you ready to shape your future with confidence? Apply today.

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About the Company

Titan America is a leading vertically integrated heavy building materials company serving the Eastern United States. Our operations include cement manufacturing, aggregates, ready-mix concrete, and related services that support the construction of critical infrastructure and growing communities. Titan America is publicly traded on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE: TTAM) and is committed to operational excellence, innovation, and sustainability as we continue building a stronger and more resilient future for our customers, employees, and communities.

About the Role

Titan America is seeking an experienced and strategic Senior Director of Procurement to lead enterprise procurement and category management across our cement, aggregates, ready-mix, and related operations. This role will drive procurement performance through disciplined category strategies, strong supplier partnerships, and effective execution of procurement operations that support safe, reliable, and cost-efficient manufacturing.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute enterprise category management strategies across key spend areas, including energy, raw materials, mobile equipment, industrial services, MRO, and capital equipment.
• Lead strategic sourcing initiatives that optimize total cost of ownership while ensuring operational reliability across Titan America’s manufacturing sites.
• Drive procurement initiatives that deliver measurable cost savings, cost containment, and operational efficiencies across the organization.
• Lead negotiations for major supply agreements and long-term supplier contracts, ensuring strong commercial terms and performance expectations.
• Oversee procurement operations to ensure the timely sourcing, contracting, and delivery of materials and services critical to manufacturing continuity.
• Partner closely with plant leadership, engineering, maintenance, and operations teams to align procurement activities with manufacturing excellence, plant reliability, and safety priorities.
• Utilize SAP procurement and materials management systems to drive purchasing efficiency, transparency, and accurate reporting across the enterprise.
• Ensure procurement processes and controls comply with SOX (Sarbanes–Oxley) requirements, including appropriate approval authorities, documentation, and audit readiness.
• Establish and maintain strong supplier performance management programs, including evaluation of quality, service, cost competitiveness, and risk mitigation.
• Implement spend analytics and reporting frameworks to improve procurement visibility, support strategic decision making, and identify cost improvement opportunities.
• Support capital investment initiatives through disciplined procurement planning, vendor selection, and contract management.
• Identify opportunities to leverage enterprise scale, consolidate suppliers, standardize purchasing practices, and strengthen supply chain resilience across business units.
• Develop and lead a high-performing procurement and supply management team, promoting a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
• Ensure procurement policies, governance, and contracting practices meet corporate compliance standards and support operational transparency.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Engineering, Business, or a related field (MBA or advanced degree preferred).
• 10+ years of progressive procurement and supply chain leadership experience, preferably within cement, mining, aggregates, heavy manufacturing, or industrial sectors.
• Demonstrated experience leading category management and strategic sourcing programs in complex industrial environments.
• Strong commercial negotiation skills and experience managing large supplier contracts.
• Proven ability to deliver measurable cost savings and operational improvements.
• Experience supporting manufacturing operations, plant maintenance, and capital project procurement.
• Strong experience with SAP procurement or materials management modules.
• Familiarity with SOX compliance requirements and procurement-related internal controls within a publicly traded company environment.
• Strong analytical, financial, and supplier management capabilities.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and cross-functional collaboration skills.

Preferred Skills

• Experience within the cement, aggregates, mining, or construction materials industry.
• Familiarity with industrial equipment procurement, energy sourcing, and MRO supply chains.
• Experience supporting multi-site manufacturing organizations.
• Knowledge of procurement analytics tools and digital supply chain solutions.

Pay range and compensation package

This position is based in Deerfield Beach, Florida, and reports directly to the Executive Vice President of Technology, Procurement, and Strategic Projects.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Titan America is committed to diversity and inclusivity in the workplace.

BEPC has an open position for a Procurement Analyst (Buyer)

Location: Plano, TX

Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance

Pay Rate: $43.00 - $43.48 Per hour based on experience (Paid Weekly)

Term: 12-month contract with possible extensions or permanency based on performance

Shift: 1st shift from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM Mon – Fri

Requirements: BA degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, or related discipline. / 5+ years of experience in: IT procurement, Contract development, Strategic sourcing Supplier negotiations / SAP Ariba Preferred

*****NO CORP-TO-CORP CANDIDATES WILL BE CONSIDERED*****

Job Description:

Due to increased procurement volume, we are seeking a strong and experienced IT Procurement Buyer to support expanding department needs. This role will manage a high volume of procurement activity (30–60 requests at a time) and play a critical role in reducing backlog while driving strategic sourcing initiatives. The ideal candidate brings strong IT procurement experience, the ability to interpret complex business requirements, and confidence leading sourcing events, negotiations, and supplier engagements.

Key Responsibilities:

Strategic Sourcing & Procurement

• Develop and execute procurement strategies across technology-related commodities.
• Manage 30–60 procurement requests simultaneously while reducing backlog.
• Lead RFx (RFP/RFI/RFQ) sourcing events ensuring competitive supplier environments.
• Negotiate and execute contractual agreements including:
• Master Service Agreements (MSAs)
• Statements of Work (SOWs)
• Amendments
• Renewals and extensions
• NDAs and addendums
• Support asset management, SaaS procurement, and SLA/contract term negotiations.
• Develop multi-year spend strategies and commodity plans.
• Conduct supplier negotiations to maximize value through cost savings, rebates, and service improvements.
• Support Tier I and Tier II supplier procurement activities (including regulatory/financial services suppliers).
• Perform ongoing supplier market analysis.

Stakeholder & Supplier Engagement

• Build strong relationships with business units, stakeholders, and suppliers.
• Facilitate regular planning meetings to develop short- and long-term procurement strategies.
• Provide consultation and proactive communication regarding contract renewals and expiring engagements.
• Educate business partners on sourcing best practices and negotiation strategies.
• Collaborate with contract and PO teams to ensure accurate and timely request processing.

Compliance & Governance

• Ensure compliance with procurement policies, financial standards, and regulatory requirements.
• Interpret and document contractual obligations clearly for internal and external stakeholders.
• Support termination planning and proactive contract renewal budgeting.
• Identify continuous improvement (Kaizen) opportunities within procurement processes.

Qualifications – Required:

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Supply Chain Management, or related discipline.
• 5+ years of experience in: IT procurement, Contract development, Strategic sourcing Supplier negotiations
• Data analytics and contract management
• Experience managing professional services commodities.
• Strong understanding of financial and regulatory compliance standards.
• Advanced Microsoft Office skills (Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Outlook).
• Ability to influence across multiple management levels.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Proven ability to work independently with a low margin of error.
• Experience handling multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Demonstrated leadership experience.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with Ariba Spend Management (preferred) or Coupa.
• Knowledge of eMarketplace platforms.
• Advanced Excel and reporting experience.
• Financial services or banking procurement experience.

Interview Process:

• Round 1: 60-minute MS Teams interview
• Round 2: Onsite interview in Plano, TX

Frontline Source Group has partnered with a client in the transportation industry that is seeking an experienced Senior Procurement Specialist to lead complex sourcing initiatives and procurement operations. This role is ideal for a procurement professional with experience managing federally funded projects, vendor negotiations, and large-scale competitive solicitations.

The Senior Procurement Specialist will oversee the full procurement lifecycle, including sourcing strategy, solicitation development, contract administration, supplier performance management, and regulatory compliance.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead procurement strategies for complex, high-value acquisitions including goods, services, and construction-related projects.
• Manage the full lifecycle of competitive solicitations including RFPs, RFQs, and RFBs.
• Partner with internal stakeholders to define project scope, specifications, and procurement plans.
• Develop scopes of work, bid specifications, evaluation criteria, and solicitation documents.
• Coordinate proposal evaluations and facilitate evaluation committees.
• Conduct market research, cost analysis, and pricing reviews to ensure best-value procurement outcomes.
• Lead vendor negotiations related to pricing, service levels, and contract terms.
• Draft and administer contracts, amendments, and change orders.
• Monitor supplier performance, delivery timelines, and compliance with contractual obligations.
• Ensure procurement activities comply with federal procurement regulations and requirements related to federally funded programs.
• Maintain procurement documentation and ensure audit-ready records.
• Support internal and external audits related to procurement activities.
• Utilize ERP or procurement systems such as Oracle, SAP, Lawson, or similar platforms to manage purchasing activities.
• Prepare procurement reports, spend analysis, and supplier performance metrics for leadership.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Public Administration, or related field (or equivalent experience).
• 10+ years of progressive procurement or strategic sourcing experience.
• Experience managing complex sourcing initiatives, vendor negotiations, and contract administration.
• Background in transportation, transit, government, or highly regulated industries.
• Experience with federal procurement regulations and federally funded contracts.
• Strong knowledge of strategic sourcing, supplier management, and cost analysis.
• Experience with FTA-funded procurements or public transit agencies preferred.
• Professional certifications such as CPIM, CSCP, CPPB, CPPO, or CPSM are a plus.
• Experience using ERP/MRP systems (Oracle, SAP, Lawson, or similar).

What Our Client Offers

• Competitive salary + cost-of-living bonus
• Paid time off and company holidays
• Comprehensive healthcare plans
• 401(k) retirement plan

The Opportunity:

The Travel and Procurement Coordinator II plays a key role in managing travel and procurement tasks for the Business Center. This position serves as the primary point of contact for colleges and divisions on procurement-related activities. This position monitors and processes requisitions daily through UCF systems. The Travel and Procurement Coordinator assists in developing solicitations for bids and participates in creating contracts, leases, and supplier agreements. This position acquires goods and services using assigned procurement cards and ensures accurate receipt documentation. This position collaborates with Procurement Specialists to resolve issues, maintain visibility, and support end-user communications and training. The Travel and Procurement Coordinator is expected to work independently in a complex, fast-paced environment and ensure compliance with procurement policies and fund use guidelines.

UCF is seeking to fill multiple roles within the College of Science (COS) and the College of Engineering and Computer Science (CECS). Candidates for this job posting will be considered for additional vacancies in these departments.

Responsibilities:

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• Initiate requisitions and support colleges/divisions with purchases. Add and/or validate Worktags to verify appropriateness for acquisition.

  
  

• Make procurement card purchases for college/division needs.

  
  

• Act as a liaison between college/division staff, general counsel, and the vendor on the development of contractual agreements.

  
  

• Review requests for procurement policy adherence prior to entry into Workday and propose alternative solutions in instances where the request is out of compliance.

  
  

• Initiate adds/updates to the vendor master file, obtain supplier-provided documentation.

  
  

• Manage requisitions, purchase orders, invoice receipts, and invoice payments and initiate RMAs with suppliers and coordinate returns, as required.

  
  

• Verify, review, and reconcile expense and procurement card transactions to ensure compliance with university policy and regulations.

  
  

• Serve as a general resource and point of contact for travel-related issues, receive and respond to incoming travel requests, and assist employees with travel-related issues or concerns. Initiate spend authorization for travel upon request.

  
  

• Book travel and hotel accommodations upon request.

  
  

• Ensure travel reservations comply with university policies.

  
  

• Prepare and reconcile travel and field advances, collect receipts and travel-related expense documents to prepare travel expense reports for employees upon request.

  
  

• Review expense reports for policy adherence.

  
  

• Collect receipts for and reconcile non-travel expense card transactions.

  
  

• Collect receipts and prepare reimbursements other than travel.

  
  

• Ensure that reimbursement complies with university policies.

  
  

• Ensure all required permissions and documentation are included in all travel and procurement transactions.

  
  

Minimum Qualifications:

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

Preferred Qualifications:

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• Experience with Workday or other ERP systems.

  
  

• Experience in processing travel and procurement of goods and services.

  
  

• Ability to work collaboratively and be part of a team environment while developing highly effective and valued professional relationships with peers, colleagues, and cross-functional teams.

  
  

• Experience working in higher education.

  
  

• The most successful candidates may possess the following qualities:

  
  

• Highly organized and detail-oriented.

  
  

• Ability to work in a deadline-driven environment.

  
  

• Strong presentation skills.

  
  

• Creative problem-solving skills.

  
  

Additional Application Materials Required:

In addition to the application, applicants should submit a cover letter and resume.

Special Instructions to the Applicants:

If you are selected as the final candidate for an employment opportunity, both your position and salary will be significantly based upon the information that you have provided in your application for employment. We urge you to please take the time to complete the application in its entirety.

UCF is seeking to fill multiple roles within the College of Science (COS) and the College of Engineering and Computer Science (CECS). Candidates for this job posting will be considered for additional vacancies in these departments.

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We are seeking an accomplished and dynamic Market Lead, Sourcing & Procurement to join our team in Coppell. In this role, you will translate Brink’s global procurement strategy into market-level execution, drive supplier performance, manage multiple Market Unit Leads, and deliver savings, compliance, and capability development across your assigned region. As part of the Global Sourcing & Procurement Leadership Team, you will partner closely with regional and market business leaders to align procurement activities with corporate strategy and operational priorities.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Initiatives

• Develop and execute procurement strategies at the market level across multiple Market Units.
• Translate global category strategies into actionable regional plans and ensure alignment with functional/corporate objectives.
• Drive supplier strategy, category adoption, and competitive intelligence for the region.
• Own delivery of savings, risk mitigation, and value creation targets across the market.

Collaboration & Stakeholder Engagement

• Act as the single point of contact between procurement and market leadership.
• Partner with Category Leaders, Market Presidents, Market CFOs, HR, Legal, Operations, and Strategic Suppliers.
• Build strong relationships with key suppliers to accelerate adoption of procurement strategies.
• Lead and coach Market Unit Leads, driving performance management, capability building, and talent progression.

Performance Metrics & Accountability

• Deliver market-level savings targets (value delivery, cost avoidance, demand management).
• Ensure compliance with global procurement policies, processes, contract standards, and supplier risk protocols.
• Monitor systemic risks and escalate emerging issues across the region.
• Track supplier performance metrics, including alignment, service quality, and adoption of category strategies.

Continuous Improvement & Innovation

• Drive a culture of compliance, continuous improvement, and operational excellence.
• Identify opportunities to streamline procurement processes across markets.
• Support procurement transformation activities, including systems adoption (e.g., Coupa), supplier consolidation, and governance enhancements.
• Lead initiatives that improve stakeholder satisfaction and procurement impact across the region.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s degree preferred.
• 12–15+ years in procurement, strategic sourcing, or supply chain within regional or global environments.
• Demonstrated success managing multi-category spend with budgets of $200M–$250M+.
• Proven track record delivering ≥5% annual savings across diversified categories.
• Strong experience partnering with senior leadership, including Market Presidents, CFOs, and functional leaders.
• Strategic leadership experience managing teams across markets; prior experience leading Market Unit Leads strongly preferred.
• Strong understanding of supplier risk, contract negotiation, inventory programs, and category management.
• Experience with procurement platforms (Coupa preferred).
• High learning agility, strong business and financial acumen, and the ability to influence across cultures and geographies.
• Commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion.

Additional Requirements

• Willingness to travel regionally and internationally (approx. 20–25%).
• Flexibility to work across time zones and support multi-market operations.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple priorities in a matrixed environment.
• Regional market-level role with multi-Market Unit oversight.
• Mix of strategic vs. tactical procurement depending on market size and category complexity.
• Manages 10–20+ critical suppliers in the region.