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Role Purpose:

Are you a visionary sourcing leader with a passion for transforming how organizations attract, support, and develop their people? At Chain IQ, we’re looking for a bold, strategic HR Subject Matter Expert to join our US Professional Services Sourcing team, and help redefine the way HR services are delivered across the globe.

In this high-impact role, you won’t just manage sourcing initiatives, you’ll architect them. From talent acquisition and benefits to learning & development, payroll, and HRIS platforms, you’ll lead the full HR lifecycle with precision and purpose. You’ll collaborate with internal stakeholders and external clients to craft sourcing strategies that unlock value, spark innovation, and elevate operational performance.

This is your chance to be at the forefront of HR transformation, where your expertise drives real business outcomes, your voice influences enterprise decisions, and your work shapes the employee experience for thousands.

If you're ready to lead with impact, innovate with purpose, and grow with a global leader:

Welcome to Chain IQ.

Key Responsibilities:

Strategic Partner Engagement

• Build trusted relationships with stakeholders
• Act as a strategic advisor, translating business needs into sourcing strategies
• Influence decision-making through commercial insight and market expertise

Sourcing Strategy & Execution

• Lead complex, multi-region sourcing projects across HR subcategories
• Manage RFPs/RFIs, supplier evaluations, and selection processes
• Ensure alignment with organizational priorities and compliance standards

Commercial Strategy & Deal Structuring

• Analyze financial models and cost scenarios to inform negotiations
• Structure deals that balance commercial advantage with operational fit
• Drive cost savings while maintaining service quality and scalability

Contracting & Compliance

• Draft and negotiate contracts including MSAs, amendments, and task orders
• Ensure supplier performance, issue resolution, and regulatory compliance
• Collaborate with stakeholders to uphold contractual integrity

Market Intelligence & Supplier Management

• Stay ahead of HR market trends, innovations, and regulatory shifts
• Manage supplier relationships to foster collaboration and continuous improvement
• Benchmark performance and drive supplier accountability

Governance & Quality Standards

• Apply Chain IQ’s sourcing methodologies and tools with precision
• Contribute to category strategy development and process optimization
• Champion best practices across sourcing and procurement functions

What you bring:

Education

• Bachelor’s degree required (Business, Supply Chain, or related field); MBA preferred

Professional Experience

• HR services subject matter expertise
• Proven success sourcing recruitment, benefits, L&D, payroll, and HRIS platforms
• Experience managing sourcing projects exceeding multi-million-dollar thresholds

Stakeholder & Supplier Management

• Ability to influence senior stakeholders and lead cross-functional collaboration
• Skilled in vendor performance management and commercial deal structuring

Strategic & Financial Acumen

• Strong grasp of total cost of ownership, pricing models, and cost/benefit analysis
• Ability to build financial baselines and support data-driven decisions

Compliance & Technical Expertise

• Knowledge of data protection regulations related to employee information
• Proficiency in SAP Ariba, Excel, PowerPoint, and sourcing analytics tools

Execution & Delivery

• Expertise in category strategy, market analysis, and sourcing execution
• Exceptional communication and negotiation skills
• Ability to manage competing priorities while delivering high-quality outcomes

Team & Culture Fit

• Collaborative, professional, and accountable
• Motivated by impact, growth, and continuous improvement

What We Offer:

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 salary range for New York City Metro Area is $120,000 to $170,000, plus individuals may be eligible for an annual discretionary bonus. Individual salaries within those ranges are determined through a wide variety of factors including but not limited to education, experience, qualifications, skills, location and applicable employment laws. In addition, our Total Rewards package includes medical, vision and dental coverage, 401(k), and a wide range of paid time off options.

Join a truly global team.

We offer a dynamic and international environment where high performance meets real purpose. We're proud to be Great Place to Work-certified and even prouder of the people who make that possible. Let’s shape the future of procurement - together.

About the Company

Our values start with our people, join a team that values you! Bring your talents to Ross, our leading off-price retail chain with over 2,200 stores, and a strong track record of success and growth. Our focus has always been bringing our customers a constant stream of high-quality brands and on-trend merchandise at extraordinary savings. All while providing a fun and exciting treasure hunt experience. Our Corporate headquarters are in Dublin, CA, we have 3 buying offices in key markets in New York City, Los Angeles, and Boston, and 8 distribution centers nationwide. With 2023 revenues of $20.4 billion, we are a Fortune 500 company who is committed to providing an inclusive work environment with continuous learning opportunities and development for our teams.

About the Role

The Strategic Sourcing Manager will lead strategic Industrial Construction and Facilities Engineering sourcing projects for new and existing sites across Ross' supply chain network. Their primary goals will be to help Ross mitigate risks, procure materials, equipment and services at the best value and be a strategic advisor to internal stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Drive Strategic Sourcing and Sourcing Process Execution
• Develop and implement sourcing strategies for Industrial Construction categories (e.g., steel structures, concrete, MEP systems, site services, etc.) and Facilities Maintenance categories (e.g., conveyor systems, fork trucks, racking, etc.). Analyze historical data to determine the highest risk and cost categories.
• Partner with Property Development, Engineering, Project Management, Legal, Risk Management and Finance teams to understand project needs. Manage expectations and set achievable milestones to arrive at the agreed upon goal.
• Develop and manage sourcing project timelines and lead socialization meetings. Update stakeholders regularly on project progress, risks and mitigation strategies.
• Identify, evaluate, and onboard qualified suppliers and contractors. Build and maintain strong supplier relationships to ensure performance and compliance. Develop and monitor supplier KPIs, coordinate regular QBRs and Top to Top meetings.
• Support the budgeting process and develop bottoms-up (quantity based) estimates.
• Develop RFPs and vendor response comparison tools (quantitative and qualitative). Work with Property Development, Engineering, Loss Prevention, IT and Legal stakeholders to understand requirements to be included in the RFP packages.
• Manage competitive events or sourcing process end to end with minimal supervision. This would include market research, RFP development, internal and external communication management, stakeholder alignment, etc.
• Conduct detailed market and vendor research to communicate findings through research summaries. Evaluate vendor core competencies and competitive positioning using open-source data and industry benchmarks.
• Proactively identify alternate sourcing opportunities across multiple Construction and Facilities Engineering material, equipment, parts and service categories. Analyze market trends and cost drivers to inform sourcing decisions.
• Drive cost savings initiatives through value engineering, competitive bidding, and strategic negotiations.
• Create presentations to communicate findings and vendor recommendations to stakeholders, to help with decision making.
• Serve as an escalation channel for internal stakeholders, to improve vendor service levels. Maximize Ross' position of leverage in any negotiation scenario.
• Support the Facilities Engineering team with sourcing requirements for Material Handling Equipment (MHE) repair, refurbishment and replacement.

Qualifications

• BA/BS in Supply Chain, Construction Management, Business, Economics, Finance or Engineering (MBA or advanced degree preferred).
• Minimum of 5 years category management / strategic sourcing experience in Industrial Construction and Facilities Engineering. Multiple Construction and Engineering sourcing category experience preferred.
• Minimum of 5 years of program or project management experience in a cross functional environment (technical and non-technical teams).
• Strong knowledge of corporate finance - budgeting, cash flow, P/L statements, balance sheets.
• Strong experience with construction cost estimating and budgeting as well as working with raw material / market indices and determining fair purchase prices.
• Proficient in reading and interpreting construction drawings and specifications.
• Experience with Construction Management Software such as Procore, as well as Sourcing / Contract Management Software such as Coupa.
• Familiarity with LEED, OSHA, and other regulatory frameworks.
• Certifications preferred - CCPS, CCM, CPSM.
• Consulting experience strongly preferred; experience in retail is a plus.
• Proficiency with contract writing and management strongly preferred.
• Knowledge of DC Operations (e.g. Receiving, Sorting, VAS, Pick/Pack, Shipping).
• Strong Excel (Pivots, VLookups, Data Tables) and PowerPoint skills.
• Experience in working with raw material / market indices and determining fair purchase prices.
• Must have a data driven approach to solving problems.
• Must be inquisitive to learn the business and "ways of working" before recommending improvements.
• Requires very strong quantitative skills and experience structuring ambiguous problems.
• Must have very close attention to detail and the drive to achieve accurate results with minimal supervision. Must evaluate all vendor material and contracts with a critical eye to identify risks to Ross.
• Must be able to multi-task, prioritize, work independently and keep a high level of focus.
• Must be able to listen, understand, and communicate with employees at all levels of the company. Requires strong written and verbal business communication skills.
• Needs to be able to build effective working relationships within Ross and drive continuous improvement.

Required Skills

• Strong project management, communication and prioritization skills.
• Deep industry knowledge and strong negotiation skills.
• Ability to operate at both the tactical and strategic levels of the organization.

Preferred Skills

• Experience in retail.
• Consulting experience.

Pay range and compensation package

The base salary range for this role is $108,800 - $165,950. The base salary range is dependent on factors including, but not limited to, experience, skills, qualifications, relevant education, certifications, seniority, and location. The range listed is just one component of the total compensation package for employees. Other rewards vary by position and location.

Equal Opportunity Statement

This job description is a summary of the primary duties and responsibilities of the job and position.

-Lead regional sourcing activities for new products from concept through launch and ramp-up.

-Engage regional and global suppliers early in the design phase to support DFM, DFC, and supplier-led innovation.

-Support regional sourcing strategy delivery aligned with global category strategies and NPI program requirements.

-Ensure supplier readiness for prototype, pilot, and production ramp within the region.

-In coordination with NA Sourcing Lead, develop and execute regional sourcing strategies aligned with cost, risk, capacity, localization, and sustainability goals.

-Lead regional supply base development to support new technologies, growth, and localization initiatives.

-Drive regional sourcing decisions while ensuring alignment with global sourcing governance.

-Optimize regional footprint through make/buy, nearshore/reshore, and dual-source strategies.

-Monitor regional market trends, labor, logistics, geopolitical risks, and cost drivers.

-Identify, qualify, and onboard regional suppliers to support NPI and long-term business needs.

-Lead RFQs/RFPs, supplier selection, negotiations, and contracting within the region.

-Partner with Quality and Engineering on supplier qualification, PPAP/FAI, audits, and capability assessments.

-Drive supplier performance, capacity planning, and continuous improvement for launch-critical components.

-Own regional piece-price, tooling, and total cost of ownership (TCO) for NPI components.

-Develop should-cost models and regional cost benchmarks.

-Support regional business cases, capital investments, and executive sourcing reviews.

-Deliver cost, margin, and productivity targets while supporting aggressive NPI timelines.

-Serve as the regional sourcing lead on global NPI project teams.

-Align regional sourcing milestones with product development stage-gate processes.

-Coordinate with global category teams to ensure consistency and leverage.

-Lead transition from NPI to sustaining sourcing within the region.

-Identify regional supply risks related to new suppliers, capacity, logistics, and compliance.

-Develop contingency plans, dual sourcing strategies, and launch readiness plans.

-Ensure compliance with regional regulatory, trade, ESG, and ethical sourcing requirements

Qualifications:

-Degree – Engineering, Supply Chain, Business, etc..

-5+ years of professional working experience within a manufacturing/assembly based setting

-Experience working within a new product development, new product introduction, R&D or prototyping based setting

-Experience with strategic sourcing deployment

-Ability to manage a project from concept through to completion for a new supplier/part

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.

Vice President, Global Sourcing

Location: Chesapeake, VA

Reports to: Chief Commercial Officer

Company: Family Dollar

Position Summary:

The Vice President of Global Sourcing initiates, develops and guides the comprehensive sourcing strategy for Family Dollar. Working closely with the Merchandising Teams, the VP provides the leadership and vision for all import product lines and categories across all lines of business. This role manages the Home Office sourcing team, the Quality and Compliance team as well as International Sourcing offices.

Principal Duties & Responsibilities:

1. Develop and champion the import sourcing vision for the company – inclusive of people, process and technology across U.S. and foreign based sourcing staff

2. Develop and champion the Quality and Compliance vision for the company – inclusive of people, process and technology across U.S. and foreign based quality staff

3. Work collaboratively with all aspects of merchandising, supply chain, legal, private label, marketing, store operations, risk, IT and others to ensure effective execution of the total sourcing and quality process

4. Continuously evaluate opportunities to expand new resources, factories and points of manufacturing for enhanced sourcing capabilities

5. Manage global vendor structure to meet all regulatory and compliance requirements

6. Manage P&L for all sourcing related entities to achieve planned and agreed to budgets

7. Support the merchandising teams in executing trend identification and strategic and tactical business initiatives

8. Partner with the merchandising leaders to build financial plans and evaluate business opportunities by classification to build long term strategies

9. Recruit, train, develop and mentor Global Sourcing and Quality & Compliance leaders

10. Other duties and responsibilities as assigned

11. International and domestic travel required (30-40%)

Minimum Requirements:

• BA/BS or equivalent work experience
• 15+ years of experience in Retail Buying, Product Development, or Sourcing
• Excellent communication skills – both verbal and written – at all levels of management
• Ability to build bridges and alliances with business partners – managing expectations and adeptly communicating strategies and tactics throughout the company
• Strong financial acumen, analytics, problem-solving, multi-tasking and prioritization
• Innovative thinking
• Sense of urgency to quickly and decisively put into place strategic ideas and action plans for execution
• Intermediate to advanced working knowledge of Microsoft Office desktop applications, inclusive of Excel and Access
• Word, PowerPoint and Outlook. Moderate to intermediate working knowledge of web-based product life cycle management tools inclusive of work flow, task management, supplier/service provider collaboration and, management reporting.

Why Family Dollar

At Family Dollar, we are committed to operational excellence, innovation, and delivering value to our customers and communities. This role offers the opportunity to shape how outsourced services support a large, dynamic retail organization and to make a measurable impact across the enterprise.

Family Dollar is an equal opportunity employer and committed to recruiting, hiring, training, and promoting qualified people of all backgrounds, and make all employment decisions without regard to any protected status. We are committed to complying with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities.

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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One of Swoons top clients in the Artificial Intelligence space is hiring a Professional Services Sourcing manager to join their team out of San Francisco, CA!

Details:

Location: Hybrid - San Francisco

Rate: $80-$95/hour W2

Duration: 6 months to start with chance of extension

This person will bridge strategic category leadership and day-to-day sourcing execution. This role sits between category coordination and category strategy, with a stronger tilt toward sourcing ownership, supplier strategy, and cross-functional deal execution. It will also be involved in M&A activities, helping to integrate the vendors of acquired companies.

Day to Day:

• Lead end-to-end sourcing for professional services engagements, from intake through negotiation, contracting, and award.
• Negotiate MSAs and ISAs with a wide range of professional services firms and align commercial terms to OpenAI’s risk and governance standards.
• Build and run competitive processes (RFP/RFQ), including scope shaping, bid evaluation, and commercial recommendation development.
• Partner with Legal, Finance, Security, and Extended Workfoce teams to structure agreements that balance speed, flexibility, compliance, and value.
• Standardize sourcing playbooks, rate card approaches, and service taxonomy to reduce fragmentation across the category.
• Build playbooks and repeatable frameworks for M&A-related sourcing and contract integration activities.

Requirements:

• 8+ years of experience in sourcing, category management, procurement, or commercial operations in fast-scaling environments.
• Strong sourcing and negotiation experience across professional services, consulting, or contingent/advisory spend.
• Experience in M&A post merger integration of contracts
• Experience balancing strategic category goals with high-volume, hands-on sourcing execution.

The Sourcing Specialist is a member of our recruitment team who spearheads clinician hiring by evaluating qualified candidates for placement with our clients. This role also helps build a strong talent pipeline for current and future staffing needs of nursing and allied healthcare professionals. The Sourcing Specialist is also responsible for ongoing collaboration with the branch offices to determine their top open orders, candidate requirements, and client needs. Additional responsibilities include searching social networks and job boards proactively to identify potential candidates, and communication with candidates. A successful candidate will have great communication skills, be able to multitask, and build relationships with applicants from a variety of backgrounds.

The role is a full-time, exempt, position (This is a hybrid role, with on-site work at our Lake Mary office Monday through Thursday, and remote work on Fridays). Compensation for the role is base salary plus monthly commission based on gross profit margin (start earning commission after 30 days of employment).

What You’ll Do:

• Use social media networks (ex: LinkedIn, Facebook, etc.) and job boards (ex: Indeed, and Vivian) to source and connect with potential applicants and job candidates
• Conduct outbound calls to interview applicants, as well as follow up with candidates about their onboarding documents
• Interact with candidates to evaluate their skillset and determine if the candidate meets recruiting needs set by branch offices
• Build relationships with applicants to ensure they have positive candidate experience
• Review online profiles and resumes to pre-screen candidates
• Collaborate with hiring managers to identify each position’s requirements
• Send outbound communication and follow up with candidates in a timely manner
• Proactively contact previous applicants for new job opportunities as they become available
• Maintain a viable pipeline of candidates for top open orders as defined by branch offices to ensure new applicants are being processed
• Maintain a network of candidates and industry professionals
• Identify future hiring needs and proactively source potential new hires
• Measure and report on recruiting metrics like hire source and time to fill
• Other duties as assigned

Job Skills

Outstanding written and verbal communication skills to collaborate with all levels of staff

Must display a professional approach to communication, customer service, and teamwork to effectively interact with all levels of employees, clients, visitors and outside consultants

Proficient in computer skills including Microsoft Office products as well as applicant tracking software

Ability to establish and achieve assigned goals, prioritize and perform multiple functions and tasks

Strong problem solving and conflict resolution skills

Excellent customer service skills

Demonstrates sense of urgency in completing assignments

What’s In It for You:

• Weekly pay
• Medical, dental, vision
• Voluntary life insurance
• Short & long-term disability
• Accident insurance
• HealthiestYou $0 copay telemedicine (by Teladoc)
• 401(k) with employer match (after 1 year of employment)
• 6 paid holidays & 2 floating holidays
• Work remotely every Friday
• Office building gym access
• Weekly $5 coupons for office food trucks
• PTO & sick time
• Pet insurance
• Incentive pay to reward your hard work: you win by helping our clients and staff get to work
• Annual performance evaluation and merit increase opportunity
• Professional development opportunities to grow your skills & experience
• Occasional business travel to attend industry conferences and client visits for networking and branding
• Grow with the company – we value promoting from within and developing our own talent

Specific Educational/Vocational Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree
• Proven work experience as Sourcing Specialist, Source, or similar role
• Hands-on experience with Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS) and other HRIS
• Familiarity with social networking sites, professional sites, and resume databases
• Focus in business, marketing, communication, or healthcare/healthcare administration preferred
• 2 years of customer service experience preferred
• Healthcare staffing experience preferred, but not required
• Good time-management skills with the ability to handle various responsibilities simultaneously
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Elite Medical Staffing is an established leader in the healthcare staffing industry. Our focus is first and foremost on patient care. We believe that with the superior customer service of our branch personnel, partnered with our experienced clinicians, we are uniquely positioned as the premier provider of healthcare staffing solutions. We’ve earned a reputation for providing the most qualified clinicians with a variety of assignments in the markets we serve. Each of our clinicians is thoroughly screened to provide only the highest standards of patient care. We partner with a variety of clients, providing opportunities in assisted living facilities, hospitals, skilled nursing settings, clinics, and more!

Elite Medical Staffing is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Elite Medical Staffing does not discriminate based on race, religion, color, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, disability, national origin, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic. Employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and business need.

Our client, a childrens apparel company, is looking for a Vice President of Sourcing to join their team in NYC!

Responsibilities:

• Lead the end-to-end sourcing strategy for all apparel categories (infant, toddler, boys, girls), ensuring alignment with brand, quality, and margin goals.
• Identify, negotiate, and manage a global vendor matrix across multiple geographies, balancing speed, cost, and compliance.
• Partner closely with design, merchandising, planning, and buying teams to align product development calendars and deliver on assortment strategies, including off-price programs.
• Build and execute sourcing strategies tailored to both full-price and off-price channels, ensuring flexibility and speed-to-market.
• Oversee cost engineering, fabric/trim development, MOQ management, and capacity planning.
• Ensure all vendors adhere to social compliance, testing, and quality standards, with a focus on children’s product safety.
• Provide leadership, mentorship, and direction to the sourcing and production teams, fostering collaboration and accountability.
• Stay ahead of market trends, country-of-origin shifts, and geopolitical risks impacting global sourcing.

Qualifications:

• 10+ years of experience in global sourcing or production for apparel preferred kid’s apparel.
• Proven success sourcing for off-price and value channels (e.g., TJX, Ross, Burlington) in addition to full-price retailers.
• Strong knowledge of the buying cycle and merchandising process to effectively partner cross-functionally and deliver commercial results.
• Deep understanding of children’s product safety requirements, testing protocols, and CPSIA compliance.
• Established vendor relationships across key sourcing regions (Asia, Central America, etc.) with ability to negotiate competitive pricing and lead times.
• Strategic thinker with excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Strong leadership skills with experience managing and developing teams.
• Proficiency in PLM systems, cost breakdowns, and calendar management.
• Bachelor’s degree in Apparel Production, Merchandising, or related field; advanced degree a plus.