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Bioworld Merchandising is seeking a strategic and experienced Director, Apparel Product Development & Sourcing to lead product development initiatives aligned with business goals and brand priorities. This leader will own the full product lifecycle across apparel and/or accessories, ensuring innovation, quality, speed to market, and cost efficiency. You will manage a team and partner closely with Sales, Merchandising, Design, and Production to deliver high‑quality licensed and private label products across global markets.

Essential Duties

• Develop and lead product development strategies aligned with seasonal launches and brand direction.
• Manage the end‑to‑end product lifecycle from concept through production and delivery.
• Own development calendars, key milestones, and on‑time delivery.
• Provide technical expertise across materials, construction, sourcing, and manufacturing.
• Drive innovation in fabrics, materials, and development processes, including sustainability and reduced‑impact materials.
• Partner with global manufacturing teams to ensure quality, cost efficiency, and timeline adherence.
• Support style‑level costing and margin targets; collaborate on costing accuracy, capacity planning, and delivery.
• Work cross‑functionally with Sales, Merchandising, Design, and Fit to align product strategies, SKU optimization, and margin integrity.
• Ensure consistency across categories while maintaining brand and licensing standards.
• Lead, mentor, and develop a high‑performing product development team and foster a collaborative, innovative culture.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of apparel product development experience, ideally including licensed and private label categories.
• Deep understanding of apparel industry standards, textile technology, materials, and product construction.
• Proven leadership experience in a fast‑paced, high‑volume environment managing teams and complex development calendars.
• Strong strategic mindset with the ability to anticipate trends and translate insights into actionable product strategies.
• Experience partnering with global vendors and driving quality, cost, and delivery performance.
• Strong communication skills and ability to influence across a global matrix organization.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and product development systems; PLM experience preferred.

Education & Experience Requirement

• Bachelor’s degree in Product Development, Merchandising, Textile Science, or related field preferred (or equivalent experience).

At Sonos we want to create the ultimate listening experience for our customers and know that it starts by listening to each other. As part of the Sonos team, you'll collaborate with people of all styles, skill sets, and backgrounds to realize our vision while fostering a community where everyone feels included and empowered to do the best work of their lives.

This role is a hybrid position.
Some roles require an office while others may be done remotely. This position is considered hybrid, allowing for a combination of remote work and in-office collaboration. Qualified applicants must live within commuting distance of our Boston, Seattle or Goleta office locations.

What You'll Do

• Manage supplier relationships and commercial activities such as business and technology reviews, RFQs, and roadmap/strategy discussions.

• Craft comprehensive commodity and business strategies aimed at maximizing efficiency and driving down costs through strategic initiatives,

• Lead executive business reviews with internal/ external stakeholders.

• Establish commodity strategic direction by working with our technical teams, understanding the technical and the necessary business requirements that allow for a competitive advantage and position us for profitable growth. This requires a deep understanding of the supply base, technical needs and cost structures.

• Build robust supply chains based on product requirements and needs at the most basic levels of our supply chain to ensure that we have a complete and thorough understanding of the Sonos supply chain.

• Ensure continuity of supply. Set up long-term/ short-term capacity planning with supplier, partner with Operations and Material teams to schedule supply to meet Sonos's component demand.

• Collaborate with Product design and Engineering teams to review initial specifications of the parts/modules recommend sources to influence technical decisions in early phase of the program.

• Be able to manage multiple projects in parallel.

• Evaluate technical and business risks, analyze based on the data and create mitigation plans/alternatives.

• Need to support management of development builds, materials, and any risk to execute successful ramp in NPI stage.

What You'll Need

Basic Qualifications:

• BS degree with strong technical acumen and business understanding.

• 8+ years work experience in sourcing related field.

• Ability to toggle between strategic and detail oriented thinking.

• Top-notch negotiation skills.

• Ability to influence cross functional teams.

• Demonstrated ability to apply analytical techniques to problem solving.

• Strategic thinker and result oriented.

• Natural leadership competencies; influences others through style and subject matter expertise.

• An ability to balance business and technical objectives in decision making.

• Excellent communication/presentation skills.

• Ability to effectively work in multicultural global business environment.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor degrees or Master degree in electrical engineering preferred.

• Travel within US as well as internationally up to 15% of the time.

• Experience in consumer electronics industry.

• Established relationships with suppliers and supply chains.

• General understanding of semiconductor supply chains, manufacturing processes, and silicon platform development.

• Experience in systems - Arena, Microstrategy, Tableau, SAP.

• Hands-on experience in any of the following: Electrical Engineering, Semiconductor markets, Pricing strategy for electrical parts.

Research shows that some candidates may not apply for roles if they don't meet all the criteria. If you don't have 100% of the skills listed, we strongly encourage you to apply if interested.

Visa Sponsorship :Sonos is unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa for this role at this time. We ask that applicants be authorized to work for any US employer, both now and in the future.

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Your profile will be reviewed and you'll hear from us once we have an update. At Sonos we take the time to hire right and appreciate your patience.

The base pay range for this role based off geographic location is:

The specific pay offered will depend on the candidate's geographic location, as well as qualifications and experience. We apply geographic pay differentials based on the cost of labor in the market. Employees in high-cost locations may be compensated at the upper end of the range, while those in medium or low cost markets may be compensated at the lower end of the range. Your recruiter can provide more details about the specific salary range for your location during the hiring process.

Please note that compensation details listed in US job postings reflect the base salary only, and do not include bonus, equity, or benefits.

We also offer a comprehensive benefits program with choice and flexibility in mind to help support the health, wealth, and overall well-being of our employees. Regular full time employees in the US are eligible for benefits on day one, including:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

• A 401(k) plan with company matching and immediate vesting

• An Open Time Off policy (OTO) so you have maximum opportunity to disconnect and recharge, with no tenure-based vacation accruals required

• 80 hours of sick time upon hire, refreshed annually

• Up to 12 paid holidays per calendar year

• Sonos offers a generous paid leave program for new parents or to care for a family member with a serious health condition, as well as short- and long-term disability for your own medical condition

• Company-paid Disability, Life, and AD&D Insurance

• Voluntary benefits, including Voluntary Life, AD&D, Accident, and Pet Insurance

• Mental health benefits to support your holistic well-being

• A generous employee discount program & Sonos Radio HD - on us!

Note: No amount of pay is considered to be wages or compensation until such amount is earned, vested, and determinable. The amount and availability of any bonus, benefits, or any other form of compensation and benefits that are allocable to a particular employee remains in the Company's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified at the Company's sole discretion, consistent with the law.

Notice to U.S. Job Applicants: Sonos is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.

Sonos is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment process, please send an e-mail to and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.

Express Employment Professionals and the Specialized Recruiting Group in Rochester Hills is a nationally recognized specialized team with a deep history of success and is expanding its team due to incredible growth! We are looking for an outstanding individual who enjoys engaging with people, welcomes a challenge! If you have a desire to help others succeed with your expertise in technical industrial recruiting, this position is for you!

This is an opportunity with unlimited potential for growth with a company that recognizes and rewards you for your achievements!

Qualifications:

• Previous recruiting experience required in industrial skilled trades
• Knowledge of the skilled trades profession or equivalent industrial knowledge, with ability to transition between various skilled trade professions
• Comfortable with cold calling, in-person and via phone in prospecting new clients
• Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office and professional social media
• High energy, competitive spirit! Goal driven to succeed!
• Hungry to learn and grow in the trade of helping people succeed
• Speaks the language of the industrial trades with potential candidates and customers

Requirements:

• Full cycle sourcing, recruiting, interviewing and account management activities in the skilled trade arena
• Maintain pool of candidates for targeted placements in skilled trades
• The Skilled Trades Recruiter will be primarily responsible for filling related job orders within the skilled trades specialty
• Schedule client interviews and collect feedback, generating offers and completing onboardings as needed
• Maintain client relationships - develop new ones - including on-site visits and occasional travel
• Develop and maintain professional knowledge of the market, staffing industry, and pertinent labor laws
• Work collaboratively with internal sales team on market dynamics and trends specific to function
• Write and place job advertising in various social media to build pool of candidates to take to market and support existing key client accounts

Skills Required:

• Excellent verbal and written communication
• Excellent interpersonal and collaboration skills
• Thorough knowledge of employment-related laws and regulations
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software
• Proficiency with or the ability to quickly learn the organizations information systems

Benefits – Why US?

• Locally owned with the support of a $3.0 Billion organization, recognized, and awarded nationally as a top recruiting team in professional placement, along with 2021 Best of Staffing Client recognition.
• Work alongside the most talented in the industry to building your craft.
• Highly competitive compensation, PTO, flexible work environment, guaranteed company 401K matching, profit sharing, major medical, dental, vision and company paid insurance.
• Nationally recognized internal training programs and certifications 100% company paid to build your skills.
• Highly energetic environment with talented team, focused on helping people succeed!

If you are qualified and interested in this exciting opportunity, please reply with your current resume.

Position at a Glance:

• Work Location: Colon & Rectal Surgeons of Erie
• Address: 300 State Street, Erie, PA 16506
• Status: Full Time
• Schedule/Call: Shared equally among the Practice but no greater than 1:3
• Immigration Status Considered: Accepts H-1B Candidates
• Enhanced compensation package includes:
  • Productivity incentive
  • Sign on bonus
  • Extender bonus
  • Paid time off, CME days, and CME stipend
• Paid occurrence-based malpractice insurance
• Work/Life Balance: General Paid Time Off (PTO) and CME days

Colon & Rectal Surgeons of Erie, part of the UPMC Hamot Center for Digestive Health, is seeking a dedicated Colorectal Surgeon to join our established practice. Our physicians are experts in managing both benign and malignant conditions of the small bowel, colon, and rectum, offering a full spectrum of care including traditional surgery, laparoscopic procedures, and endoscopy. The practice currently includes two experienced physicians, two physician assistants, and a skilled, supportive staff.

Qualifications:

• MD/DO from an accredited medical school
• Accredited General Surgery Residency Program completion
• Accredited Colorectal Surgery Fellowship Program completion
• American Board Eligible or American Board Certified in Colorectal Surgery
• Ability to obtain an unrestricted Pennsylvania Medical License and ability to obtain necessary credentials
• DEA certification

What Can UPMC Do For You?

• Non-Profit Health System, Employed Model *PSLF Eligible
• Competitive Compensation package with the opportunity to earn additional incentives
• Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) and CME Days
• Employer-paid Short and Long-Term Disability Coverage
• Group Life Insurance
• Paid Parental Leave
• Tuition Assistance available for self, spouse/domestic partner, and dependents
• Paid occurrence-based malpractice insurance
• 403(b) Retirement Plan with 50% employer match, plus an employer-paid pension plan. Participate in both!
• Relocation Assistance for customary and reasonable moving expenses

Discover Erie, Pennsylvania!

Welcome to Erie, PA, where urban amenities meet natural beauty, creating an ideal environment for physicians and their families to live, work, and thrive. As the fourth largest city in Pennsylvania, Erie boasts a vibrant community, rich history, and a welcoming atmosphere.

Why Erie?

• Exceptional Quality of Life: Low cost of living, affordable housing, excellent schools, and diverse recreational activities.
• Outdoor Paradise: Presque Isle State Park offers beaches, hiking, biking, boating, fishing, and birdwatching with stunning Lake Erie sunsets.
• Cultural Hub: Home to the Erie Philharmonic, Erie Art Museum, Warner Theatre, and year-round events like CelebrateErie and 8 Great Tuesdays.
• Educational Excellence: Reputable institutions like Penn State Behrend, Gannon University, and Mercyhurst University foster a thriving academic community.
• Top-Tier Healthcare: UPMC Hamot leads in medical innovation and patient care, supporting the professional growth of physicians.
• Perfect Location: Close to Cleveland, Buffalo, and Pittsburgh with easy access via Erie International Airport.
• Four-Season Activities: From skiing and snowboarding in winter to boating and golfing in summer, Erie offers year-round enjoyment.
• Friendly Community: Known for its community spirit, welcoming neighborhoods, and high engagement in local initiatives.
• Economic Growth: A period of revitalization with new businesses, innovation, and entrepreneurship creating opportunities for all.
• Family-Friendly: Amenities like the Erie Zoo, Children's Museum, parks, playgrounds, and numerous family events make Erie perfect for raising a family.

Join us in Erie! It's more than just a place to work, it's a place to call home. Explore the charm and potential of Erie, PA, and see why so many healthcare professionals choose to build their lives and careers here!

About UPMC Hamot

UPMC Hamot is a 458-bed hospital in Erie, PA, offering a full complement of inpatient and outpatient services, and serves as a regional referral hub and Level II Trauma Center. Supported by over 650 physicians and nearly 4,000 dedicated employees, UPMC Hamot's mission is to serve its patients, communities, and one another in the UPMC Hamot tradition of quality, health, healing, and education. UPMC Hamot's superior health care services are continually recognized by notable accrediting bodies.

About UPMC

• UPMC is a world-renowned, nonprofit health care provider and insurer committed to delivering exceptional, people-centered care and community services.
• Headquartered in Pittsburgh and affiliated with the University of Pittsburgh Schools of the Health Sciences, UPMC is shaping the future of health through Dedicated to advancing the well-being of our diverse communities, we provide nearly $2 billion annually in community benefits, more than any other health system in Pennsylvania.
• Our 100,000 employees _ including more than 5,000 physicians _ care for patients across more than 40 hospitals and 800 outpatient sites in Pennsylvania, New York, and Maryland, as well as overseas.
• UPMC Insurance Services covers more than 4 million members, providing the highest-quality care at the most affordable price.

Our Values

At UPMC, we're driven by shared values that guide our work and keep us accountable to one another. Our Values of Quality & Safety, Dignity & Respect, Caring & Listening, Responsibility & Integrity, Excellence & Innovation play a vital role in creating a cohesive, positive experience for our employees, patients, health plan members, and community.

Supporting a Diverse Workplace

UPMC respects that talent and skill are not limited but enhanced by the diversity and cultural expertise staff brings to the workplace. Having a diverse employee presence at all levels provides a wealth of benefits. It ensures we have the knowledge, critical thinking, agility, and innovation required of a leading and forward-thinking integrated health care system.

If you are interested in this position or would like more information, please apply today or contact:

Elizabeth Madurski | UPMC Northern Pod Physician Recruiter |

Responsibilities:

• Will be responsible for sending inquiries and negotiating prices.
• Prepares chart/GRID for all existing inquiries showing the different prices among makers and the corresponding GP that will help decide on who to place the order.
• Weekly production review with coordinators in the team and discuss and resolve any potential issues that may affect delivery and quality.
• Review with sales potential orders ensuring the price is within the parameters provided.
• Prepares buy sheets and PO issuance
• Create a library of existing orders – bodies, makers, fty prices and sell prices
• Send weekly updated order summary for all makers making sure all orders and Pos are received by the suppliers
• Collaborating with design teams to translate product concepts into production-ready specifications, including fabric selection, construction details, and trim options.
• Acting as a liaison between design, merchandising, sales, and production teams to ensure smooth communication and alignment on product details and timelines.
• Responsible for various other tasks and responsibilities

About the Company

Holy Cross Hospital in Fort Lauderdale, Florida is a full-service, non-profit Catholic hospital, sponsored by the Sisters of Mercy and a member of Trinity Health. We are committed to providing compassionate and holistic person-centered care. We are the only Catholic hospital in Broward and Palm Beach counties and are not for profit. We are part of Trinity Health, one of the largest multi-institutional Catholic health care delivery systems in the nation. Together, we serve people and communities in 21 states from coast to coast, providing nearly 2.8 million visits annually. Comprehensive benefits that start on your first day of work. Retirement savings program with employer matching.

About the Role

Under the direction of the Physician Recruitment Lead, undertakes administrative activities related to physician recruitment and onboarding of physicians as well as producing performance reports. Responsible for all administrative support activities associated with recruiting and onboarding of qualified physicians and producing and distributing reports necessary to improve medical group performance in both operations and value based contracts.

Must live in the South Florida area.

Responsibilities

• Participates in the administrative recruitment activities required to coordinate the recruitment and onboarding of qualified physicians.
• Duties to include requisition management, coordinating travel arrangements and on-site interviews, preparing interview expense reimbursement, coordinating and maintaining recruitment and onboarding process checklist.
• Responsible for supporting the directors in their various recruitment methods: HCMG website, physician career websites, advertising, physician career fairs.
• Physician HR data base management - Types of activities include creating requisitions, processing transactions required to onboard physicians, updating salary changes in systems, processing terminations, HealthStream training, and monitoring task completion.
• Ensure physicians schedule in payroll management system to ensure biweekly pay coincides with contracted hours; makes changes when instructed by Director.
• Works with Directors to create, maintain and update HCMG physician opportunities in our Workday system and other tracking mechanisms.
• Knowledge of producing reports in Excel, Smartsheet and other platforms as required to support medical group operational performance improvement.
• Produce reports to meet payer expectations and close care gaps required to optimize performance in value based contracts.
• Assists Directors in the development and maintenance of detailed reports for Physician/Provider Recruitment and onboarding to review the status of all recruitment efforts, and tracks physician/provider placement within HCMG.
• Supports and coordinates activities for various physician recruitment projects.
• Assumes additional responsibilities and performs other work as required.

Qualifications

• EDUCATION: Must possess a comprehensive knowledge of business or healthcare administration as normally obtained through a Bachelor’s Degree in business (preferred), communications, marketing, health care administration or related field or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• MINIMUM EXPERIENCE: Minimum of three (3) years’ health care experience in physician recruiting coordination, medical staffing/credentialing, marketing/business development or health care administration preferred.

Required Skills

• Ability to maintain and/or work “non-standard” business hours to ensure availability for candidate access or other contacts, which may include early, late hours.
• High level of skills in operating a standard desktop and Windows-based computer system, including but not limited to, Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, database applications, presentation software, Intranet and computer navigation.
• Ability to use other software as required while performing the essential functions of the job.
• Excellent communication skills in both written and verbal forms, including proper phone etiquette.
• Ability to speak before groups of people, either in-person or virtually.
• Excellent interpersonal skills, for working with physicians, medical staff leadership and administrative leadership.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively by telephone and internet.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team-oriented environment; displays courteous, professional and friendly demeanor.
• Ability to work effectively with various levels of organizational members and diverse populations.
• Ability to cross-train in other areas of the department in order to achieve smooth flow of all operations.
• Excellent organizational, analytical, time management and attention-to-detail skills for the execution of multiple assignments.
• Ability to independently plan, organize, prioritize assignments and responsibilities and time constraints in a fast-paced environment and adapt to them as they change frequently; work concurrently on a variety of tasks/projects in an environment that may be stressful with individuals having diverse personalities and work styles.
• Ability to exercise sound judgment and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to maintain any organizational information in a confidential manner.
• Successful completion of HCMG competency-based program within introductory and training period.

Equal Opportunity Statement

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any other federal, state or local protected class.

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Tufco Flooring/TufPro Solutions

Sales Engineer

(Illinois)

What do we offer?

• Opportunity

o join high-character, unrelenting leaders who are rapidly driving scale in an exceptional

business and delight in winning with others.

o serve global food and beverage companies’ through earning the trust and respect of plant

managers, project engineers and food safety leaders.

o partner to solve complex problems via exceptional single-source integrated solutions.

• Impact

o expand our resinous flooring, sanitary drain, millwright, fabrication and rigging

opportunities in the single largest company market by identifying, connecting, and serving

partner global Food & Beverage companies.

o create food-safe environments, maximize facility run-time and deliver extraordinary

customer value through partnership with your fellow team members.

What is excellence for our Sales Engineer?

• Drive sustainable, high-margin revenue growth

o win WAY more than our fair share with target food and beverage brand customers

• Deliver undeniable customer value

o identify opportunities to solve complex customer problems with integrated, technically

sound, value-added solutions...insist on getting the details right

• Create long-term customer partnerships

o develop trust-based relationships with key influencers at our partner customers

• Partner to deliver team wins

o do whatever it takes to help the team win

How will we evaluate organizational fit?

• Lives our Values

o work hard

o win together

o no shortcuts

• Displays exceptional character and ability

o unwavering integrity

o partnership mindset

o outstanding talent

• Proven track record of achievement in technical sales

o acquired high-margin customers and drove sustainable growth

o delivered exceptional financial performance despite challenging circumstances

o built long-term, high-margin strategic customer partnerships

o partnered with team members to deliver technically sound, value-added solutions for

complex customer problems

Qualifications

A proven track record (2+ years) of consistently growing high-margin revenue through solving technically

complex problems, and developing long-term customer partnerships in industrial applications. Applicant

must be willing to work with team members to win together in resinous flooring, millwright, fabrication and

rigging services. background in serving the food and beverage industry is preferred.

Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States, and must be able to pass pre-

employment background, credit check and drug screening. TufPro Solutions maintains a drug-free and

tobacco-free workplace.

The Company

TufPro Solutions is the leading single-source integrated provider of high-value resinous flooring drain

solutions through our Tufco Flooring products coupled with millwright, fabrication and rigging services we

maximize facility run-time and enhance employee and food safety in industrial facilities. The Company

serves leading global-brand companies and has a longstanding reputation for quality, service and

reliability.

The Company has a long track record of significant growth and profitability. From our base in Hebron,

Kentucky (Greater Cincinnati), we are pursuing aggressive expansion:

• of our Tufco flooring and drain solutions business into existing and new industry verticals

throughout our 8-state region in the U.S. Midwest; and

• into additional infrastructure solutions businesses across the United States.

The Compensation

Compensation would be $95,000 in annual salary plus a quarterly performance bonus opportunity that

correlates with exceptional revenue and earnings growth. For extraordinary talent, we can offer a lifetime

of opportunity.

The Supply Chain Manager will lead global procurement and inventory stocking strategies across a diverse international footprint. Reporting to the Senior Director of Warehouse, Production, and Assembly, this role is responsible for driving inventory efficiency, reducing carrying costs, diversifying suppliers, and ensuring operational excellence. The Manager will unify regional supply chains into a cohesive, standardized global function, developing and executing replenishment strategies that reduce reliance on single-source suppliers—particularly in China—and strengthen supplier networks in key regions supporting electrical and telecommunications products. This position requires a deep understanding of global procurement, supplier management, and industry-specific challenges, including compliance requirements and supply chain risks due to Tariffs

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the global Sales & Operations Planning (S&OP) process, ensuring procurement and replenishment strategies are aligned with demand forecasts
• Develop and execute fulfillment models and demand plans that support Sales and Project Management delivery requirements
• Manage demand variability and inventory control processes to balance service levels, cost, and inventory efficiency
• Drive planning and supply chain innovation by modernizing systems, improving replenishment processes, and leveraging ERP enhancements (SAP S4 HANA preferred)
• Lead global sourcing and procurement teams to ensure a reliable, resilient, and diversified supply of materials across all regions in Americas
• Develop and implement a global sourcing strategy that reduces reliance on single‑source suppliers—particularly in China—for electrical and telecommunications components
• Integrate regional operations into a standardized global supply chain structure, improving visibility, consistency, and operational efficiency across the Americas
• Establish, monitor, and improve key performance indicators (KPIs) related to fulfillment performance, inventory turnover, cost reduction, and lead‑time improvement
• Partner cross‑functionally with Sales, Project Management, and regional teams to ensure seamless execution across sourcing, planning, and fulfillment
• Mentor and develop a high-performance Fulfillment team capable of executing complex, global sourcing strategies.

Qualifications

• 10–12 years of progressive experience in Global Planning, Sourcing, Operations and Procurement
• Proven experience managing global supply chains for electrical and/or telecommunications products
• Bachelor’s or MBA or Master’s in Supply Chain, Business, Economics, or a related field
• Preferred certifications: CSCP, CPSM, CPIM; Six Sigma Green or Black Belt
• Strong stakeholder engagement skills, with a focus on supplier development, cost control, and risk management
• High proficiency in ERP systems (SAP S4 HANA preferred), data analysis, and Microsoft Office Suite
• Demonstrated ability to lead global teams and execute strategic Planning initiatives needing extended hours during some weeks

The Senior Procurement Analyst will support and execute data-driven sourcing strategies for consumable and expendable (C&E) materials, rotable and repair components for different business groups within the company. This role sits at the intersection of sourcing, analytics, and supply planning leveraging supplier data, forecasting outputs, and inventory planning concepts to inform sourcing decisions.

The ideal candidate has prior hands-on sourcing and contracts experience and is comfortable working with spend management software such as Coupa, SAP Ariba and Zycus, forecasting tools, and BI tools such as Domo, Power BI and Tableau, to support supplier strategy and sourcing decisions in a fast-paced environment.

What you will be responsible for:

• Own direct strategic sourcing for MRO materials and repair services, translating forecast demand and supply plans into multi-year sourcing strategies rather than transactional buying.
• Lead and support RFQs/RFPs, supplier negotiations, and award recommendations, ensuring alignment with cost targets, capacity constraints, quality requirements and contractual terms.
• Evaluate sourcing options using a Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) lens cost, lead time, MOQ, validity to support informed supplier selection decisions.
• Interpret outputs from internal forecasting tools and historical demand data to inform direct sourcing strategies, supplier capacity discussions and volume-based or long-term agreements.
• Demonstrate working knowledge of time-series concepts such as trend, seasonality, variability and forecast error.
• Apply a practical understanding of supply chain planning concepts safety stock, reorder point (ROP), lead time variability, and service levels - to evaluate sourcing options and understand their implications for cost, availability, and supplier strategy.
• Use SQL to extract and analyze spend, demand, pricing, lead time, and supplier performance data from ERP and planning systems.
• Use Python for data analysis, automation, and modeling related to pricing trends, demand variability, and sourcing scenarios.
• Develop and maintain BI dashboards (Power BI, Tableau, or similar) to track KPIs including cost savings, supplier OTD, contract coverage, pricing compliance and contract performance.
• Translate analytical insights into clear, actionable recommendations for sourcing and operations leadership.
• Monitor supplier performance against cost, quality, delivery, turnaround, and capacity commitments.
• Identify risks related to forecast volatility, long lead times, single-source suppliers, and constrained repair capacity.
• Support supplier performance reviews and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Work closely with Maintenance, Planning, Engineering, Quality, and Finance teams to align sourcing with operational and customer requirements.
• Assist with contract reviews, pricing agreements, and service-level terms informed by forecasted volumes.
• Ensure sourcing activities comply with FAA, EASA, AS9110, and internal quality standards.
• Maintain sourcing documentation to support audits and customer requirements.
• Adhere to ethical sourcing and procurement policies.

What you need to be successful in this role:

• Bachelor's degree in supply chain management, Business, Engineering, Data Analytics or related fields.
• 3-5 years of experience in strategic sourcing, procurement or supply chain roles.
• Prior hands-on sourcing experience is required (RFPs, supplier negotiations, supplier selection).
• Working knowledge of forecasting concepts and supply chain planning fundamentals (e.g. safety stock, ROP, EOQ, lead time variability and service levels).
• Experience using spend management software (Coupa, SAP Ariba, Zycus).
• Experience using or supporting demand planning/forecasting and inventory planning tools
• Experience using BI tools (Domo, Power BI, Tableau)
• Strong proficiency in SQL for data extraction and analysis.
• Working proficiency in Python for data analysis and automation.

Preferred:

• Master's degree preferred. Experience in aviation MRO, aerospace aftermarket, or similarly regulated environments.
• Familiarity with MRO ERP and Planning Systems (AMOS, Ramco, Trax, SAP, Oracle).
• Familiarity with FAA, EASA and AS9110 quality requirements.
• Professional certification (CPSM, CSCP, CIPS) a plus.

The rewards of your career at AAR go far beyond just your salary:

• Competitive salary and bonus package
• Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision coverage.
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match
• Generous paid time off program
• Professional development and career advancement opportunities

Physical Demands/Work Environment:

The physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee may be regularly required to sit, stand, bend, reach and move about the facility. The environmental characteristic for this position is an office setting. Candidates should be able to adapt to a traditional business environment. AAR provides accommodation in accordance with applicable laws through all stages of the hiring process. If you require accommodation for any part of the application and/or hiring process, please advise Human Resources.

Compensation:

The anticipated salary range for this position is $85,000 to $99,000 annually. This range reflects the base salary for candidates who meet the requirements of the role, including experience, education, and location. [In addition to base pay, this role is eligible for a bonus.] AAR offers a competitive benefits package, including medical/dental/vision/life/and AD&D insurance, 401(k) savings plan with employer match, paid time off and holiday pay, as well as opportunities for professional development and growth.

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Impact Confections is a high-growth confectionery company producing the fastest growing sour candy brand in the U.S. The company offers a balanced mix of everyday and seasonal products through its two leading brands, WARHEADS® and Melster® Candies. With strong momentum across major U.S. and international retailers and key distribution channels, Impact Confections is positioned for substantial near-term growth. We are seeking a dynamic and analytical Purchasing Specialist / Buyer to join our team.

SUMMARY

The Purchasing Specialist supports and coordinates purchasing, acquisition, and demand planning activities for ingredients, packaging, co-manufacturing and bought in finished goods. The role manages both domestic and international suppliers and contributes to cost optimization, risk mitigation, and operational continuity. The ideal candidate brings solid procurement experience across Direct Materials, Indirect Materials, and Services, with strong analytical capabilities, a customer centric mindset, and a process improvement orientation.

CORE RESPONSIBILITIES & COMPETENCIES

• Source to Contract (S2C): Prepare sourcing events (RFI/RFQ/RFP), validate requirements and specifications with stakeholders, apply TCO criteria, negotiate and recommend awards, support contract review/execution with Legal, and manage supplier onboarding.
• Procure to Pay (P2P): Evaluate purchase requisitions, generate accurate POs, send POs to suppliers, confirm acknowledgments, track deliveries/ETAs and expedite, resolve GR/IR and invoice discrepancies with AP, and close orders.
• Category Coverage: Manage end to end procurement for Direct Materials, Indirect Materials, and Services, aligning with demand, quality, and cost targets.
• Planning & Inventory: Build demand plans integrating production schedules, supplier capacity, lead times, and on hand inventory; maintain Kanban/min max/safety stock to minimize obsolescence.
• Inbound Logistics: Plan/manage inbound flows (including imports) to ensure on time availability at optimal cost.
• Supplier Management (SRM): Qualify, evaluate, and monitor suppliers; participate, when necessary, in Business Reviews, corrective actions, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Risk Management: Identify supply risks (capacity, quality, geopolitical, single source); implement mitigation frameworks and dual sourcing when appropriate.
• Negotiation & Contracts: Lead negotiations for pricing, commercial terms, service levels, and long-term agreements; support contract and performance management.
• NPD & Changes: Support domestic/international new product development (NPD); coordinate material changes and ramp up/ramp down plans to protect service and cost.
• Artwork & Packaging: Ensure timely release of approved artwork/graphic files to packaging suppliers and printers.
• Cost & Working Capital: Drive cost reduction initiatives (should cost, value engineering, consolidation) and optimize inventory to improve cash and reduce write-offs.
• Analytics & Automation: Build reports/dashboards with advanced Excel and Power BI; leverage SQL/Python/VBA to improve data quality and streamline processes.
• Stakeholder & Customer Focus: Provide timely, solutions-oriented support to Operations, Engineering, Quality, Finance, and Planning; communicate tradeoffs clearly.
• Digital Fluency & Process Discipline: Work effectively within ERP/MRP; maintain clean supplier and material master data and adhere to procurement policies and ESG/responsible sourcing practices.

PROBLEM SOLVING

• Initiative & Ownership: Proactively identifies issues and opportunities and drives actions without waiting for direction.
• Autonomy with Alignment: Works independently and self-manages priorities while keeping the manager informed with clear, concise updates.
• Structured Problem Solving: Breaks down problems, identifies root causes, and implements sustainable countermeasures.
• Effective Escalation: Escalates risks or blockers at the right time, providing context, options, and a recommended path forward.
• Decision Making Under Uncertainty: Makes sound, timely decisions with incomplete information, balancing risk, cost, service, and quality.
• Comfort with Ambiguity: Operates effectively amid changing requirements, adjusting plans and communicating impacts and tradeoffs.
• Continuous Improvement Mindset: Standardizes, documents, and optimize processes to improve reliability, speed, and compliance.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree in supply chain management, Logistics, Business, Industrial Engineering, or related field; 2+ years of relevant procurement experience (manufacturing/FMCG/food preferred).
• Proven experience purchasing Direct Materials, Indirect Materials, and Services.
• Strong command of TCO, sourcing strategy, supplier lifecycle management, and basic contract/commercial terms.
• Demonstrated experience in supplier negotiations, performance management, and issue resolution.
• Experience with ERP/MRP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle; Microsoft Business Central a plus).
• Advanced Excel (pivot tables, complex formulas, Power Query; macros preferred) and experience with Power BI or similar BI tools.
• Data management skills and a structured, process driven approach.
• Basic knowledge of SQL, Python, or VBA to support reporting and automation.
• Strong communication skills in English and ability to collaborate across teams in a fast-paced environment.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Experience in confectionery, food & beverage, or consumer packaged goods.
• Exposure to category strategy, spend analysis, cost modeling, and supplier risk assessment tools.
• Experience with continuous improvement methodologies (e.g., Lean, Six Sigma).
• Familiarity with ESG/responsible sourcing considerations.

COMPUTER SKILLS

Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint). Ability to learn additional applications essential for job tasks.

WHAT WE OFFER

• Collaborative, high-energy environment with opportunities for growth.
• Involvement in procurement and data driven initiatives.
• Active interaction with cross functional stakeholders.
• Multicultural environment.
• Exposure to domestic and international supply base.