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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.

ProSidian seeks a Buyer (Procurement Specialist) - Administrative/Business (SC100) to support an engagement for a liquid waste contractor (Savannah River Remediation [SRR]) at the Savannah River Site in Aiken, SC, owned by the U.S. Department of Energy. This service supports Environmental Management Sector Clients.

JOB SUMMARY

Buyer (Procurement Specialist) - Administrative/Business (SC100) Candidates prepares, reviews, and issues high-value procurement proposals to include planning and executing all necessary transactions, identifying and resolving complex customer and supplier issues, and preparing and analyzing all necessary supporting documentation. Researches and participates in the development of complex technical specifications and requirements. Develops and maintains reliable and cost-competitive sources of supply.

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES: The responsibilities provided below are intended to describe the primary elements of the job as a whole and not describe any one position in its entirety.

• Buyer (Procurement Specialist) - Administrative/Business (SC100) Candidates shall work to support requirements for RFQ184820R Staff Aug Buyer SC100 - Fourth Request (Administrative/Business Services)
• Safety is a primary responsibility in each job performed. Obtain safety training, obey safety rules, and make safety an integral part of each task. Take the necessary steps to stop work if continuing the job is unsafe or will create an unsafe condition.
• Keep up-to-date on policies, procedures, and processes to ensure procurement files are in compliance with SRR and SRS site procedures.
• Review and make recommended changes to SRR procurement policies and procedures to ensure consistency and clarity.
• Prepare, review, issue, negotiate and administer procurement packages in accordance with established policies and procedures; identify and resolve customers and suppliers problematic concerns while affecting competitive sources of supply to the highest practical extent possible.
• Participate in specific training; attend meetings and lessons learned for procurement buyers.
• Review and approve sole source justifications and emergency requisitions.
• Review all procurement correspondence prior to issuance to subcontractor or supplier.
• Review subcontracts prior to issuance to the Department of Energy for Notice to Proceed and Consent to Award.
• Review procurement forms used to document transactions to ensure consistency of operations or preclude procedural conflicts with other functional organizations.
• Conduct market surveys, administer lease subcontracts and negotiate lease agreements.
• Plan and execute sound, logical and achievable purchase strategies and long-term procurement programs to provide solutions to complex acquisition problems.
• Resolve recurring supplier problems involving payments, quality, and delivery.
• Develop and maintain reliable and cost-competitive sources of supply, while supporting the socioeconomic policies set forth by Savannah River Remediation (SRR) and the Department of Energy (DOE).
• Administer existing purchase orders/subcontracts including the review of invoices to ensure 100% compliance to purchase order/subcontract terms and conditions for invoice submittals.
• Identify and resolve often significant differences between SRR and supplier objectives as well as customer requirements.
• Work with the Subcontract Technical Representatives (STRs) on subcontract activities that may include resolution of issues raised by STRs, DOE, management, subcontractors, program compliance, procedures development, and training.

QUALIFICATIONS:

The Buyer (Procurement Specialist) - Administrative/Business shall have consecutive employment in a position with comparable responsibilities within the past five (5) years, Must be able to use a computer to communicate via email; and proficient in Microsoft Office Products (Word/Excel/PowerPoint) and related tools and technology required for the position.

Work products shall be thorough, accurate, appropriately documented, and comply with established criteria. All employees, in the performance of their respective responsibilities, shall conduct themselves in the highest possible standards of ethical and business conduct. The candidate shall ensure that duties are performed in a competent and professional manner that meets milestones/delivery schedules as outlined.

• Bachelors degree with an emphasis in Business, Economics or Management; MBA, MS, or CPM certification a plus.
• Buyer indoctrination training once in position.
• 5+ years experience in procurement;
• at least 3-5 years of direct and federal related procurement experience with demonstrated knowledge and experience in subcontract terms and conditions, and negotiations;
• procurement file review, knowledge of procurement procedures and processes; skilled in computer usage and procurement systems;
• demonstrate understanding and experience of government and/or commercial sector procurement;
• knowledge of Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR) and Department of Energy Acquisition Regulations (DEAR), or other agency regulations oriented toward procurement of goods and services in a complex environment;
• knowledge of codes and standards, Davis Bacon Act and general construction operations; and familiarity with best value purchasing, and experience with Federal government socioeconomic programs / prior procurement experience with a DOE Contractor preferred.

WORK HOURS:

• A 40-hour workweek is scheduled. SRR utilizes various work schedules; including 5/8s (8 hours/day; five days per week), 4/10s (10 hours/day; four days per week), and a 9/80s.
• Work week normally excludes SRR holidays.
• Each workday has a 30-minute non-paid lunch
• Standard Facilities Access required but a security clearance is not currently required for this position

AREA SECURITY ACCESS: A security clearance is not required

TRAVEL: Occasional travel may be required to attend meetings, events, site visits, or other training requirements. Travel is coordinated with the technical point of contact and approved in writing by the Contracting Officer in advance, as allowed, in accordance with Federal Travel Regulations.

LOCATION: Work shall be conducted at or in proximity to Savannah River Site / Aiken, South Carolina

OTHER:

• U.S. Citizenship Required - You must be a United States Citizen
• Excellent oral and written communication skills (This employer participates in the e-Verify program)
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Products (Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Publisher, & Adobe)
• All ProSidian staff must be determined eligible for a \"Facility Access Authorization\" (also referred to as an \"Employment Authorization\") by the USG's designated Security Office.
• Other Requirements and Conditions of Employment Apply
• May be required to complete a Financial Disclosure Statement
• Must be able to submit to and qualify for varying levels of background investigative requirements, up to a Top Secret or DOE \"Q\" clearance.

CORE COMPETENCIES:

• Teamwork ability to foster teamwork collaboratively as a participant, and effectively as a team leader
• Leadership ability to guide and lead colleagues on projects and initiatives
• Business Acumen understanding and insight into how organizations perform, including business processes, data, systems, and people
• Communication ability to effectively communicate to stakeholders of all levels orally and in writing
• Motivation persistent in pursuit of quality and optimal client and company solutions
• Agility ability to quickly understand and transition between different projects, concepts, initiatives, or work streams
• Judgment exercises prudence and insight in decision-making process while mindful of other stakeholders and long-term ramifications
• Organization ability to manage projects and activity, and prioritize tasks

OTHER REQUIREMENTS:

• Business Tools understanding and proficiency with business tools and technology, including Microsoft Office. The ideal candidate is advanced with Excel, Access, Outlook, PowerPoint, and Word, and proficient with Adobe Acrobat, data analytic tools, and Visio with the ability to quickly learn other tools as necessary.
• Commitment - to work with smart, interesting people with diverse backgrounds to solve the biggest challenges across private, public, and social sectors
• Curiosity the ideal candidate exhibits an inquisitive nature and the ability to question the status quo among a community of people they enjoy and teams that work well together

Selections Specialist, Inventory Analyst (eCommerce Innovation Team)

Role Overview

An Austin-based grocery retailer is seeking an L4 Contractor to support the Selection function within the eCommerce Innovation team. This role is responsible for maintaining accurate item selection data at the store level, ensuring product information is correctly mapped, and keeping the selection single source of truth up to date. The position plays a key operational role in enabling accurate online assortment and a consistent customer experience.

Key Responsibilities

• Upload and maintain store-level item selection within online grocery systems
• Map items to accurate product descriptions, attributes, and identifiers
• Maintain and update the Selection Single Source of Truth (SOT)
• Add new items to selection and remove discontinued or inactive items
• Validate selection data for accuracy and completeness
• Identify discrepancies between systems and resolve or escalate as needed
• Follow documented SOPs and support ongoing process improvements
• Partner with internal teams to ensure smooth execution of selection updates

Required Qualifications

• Experience working with item master data, selection, assortment, or product content in retail or eCommerce environments
• Strong attention to detail and ability to manage high-volume, recurring data updates
• Comfort working in spreadsheets and operational tools (Excel required)
• Ability to follow structured processes and meet weekly deadlines

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience supporting grocery, retail, or large-scale eCommerce platforms
• Familiarity with selection management tools, product catalogs, or item master systems
• Experience maintaining a defined source of truth across multiple systems

Work Style

• Highly detail-oriented and execution-focused
• Comfortable with repetitive, precision-based work
• Organized, process-driven, and proactive about identifying data issues
• Clear communicator when coordinating updates or flagging discrepancies

Company Description

Verdant Robotics' SharpShooter is an advanced precision application system that delivers unparalleled accuracy for weeding, thinning, and other essential crop applications. Designed to seamlessly integrate with existing agricultural practices, this technology ensures precise applications to crops and weeds of varying sizes without sacrificing efficiency. The SharpShooter enhances agricultural processes by reducing labor costs, minimizing chemical usage, and increasing crop yields, making it a trusted choice for leading specialty growers in the U.S., including conventional, organic, and no-till systems. Learn more at Description

We are hiring a hands-on Director of Supply Chain & Production to build and scale our end-to-end supply chain and manufacturing operations. This leader will own production execution—ensuring builds happen on schedule, materials arrive when needed, and customer and investor milestones are met without surprises.

You will drive disciplined production planning, enforce accountability across suppliers and internal teams, and remove blockers before they impact timelines. In a startup environment where resources are tight and priorities shift, you bring structure without slowing momentum. Execution matters here—meeting build schedules, delivering units on time, and scaling cleanly from prototype through volume production.

Our core technology empowers farmers to grow more profitable food. We use computer vision and artificial intelligence to understand every part of every plant at a massive scale -- and with automated robotics, we close the loop and act on that information in real-time. Together with our partners, we are building environmentally-friendly, sustainable, and highly productive farms.

We’re a technology company focused on delivering great customer service, an amazing product, and experience. We’re looking for can-do, roll up the sleeves Director strong on building culture.

Core Responsibilities

• Own the full supply chain lifecycle: sourcing, procurement, supplier development, planning, logistics, and cost control
• Lead production ramp from pilot builds to scalable manufacturing (internal and/or contract manufacturers)
• Own supplier quality and incoming inspection systems
• Define and execute contract manufacturing strategy
• Establish spare parts and field service supply architecture
• Partner with Finance to optimize working capital and inventory efficiency
• Lead make-vs-buy and capital equipment investment decisions
• Establish and manage production schedules aligned to company milestones + report out weekly to teams and Executive team; including Board of Directors.
• Negotiate and manage strategic supplier contracts (electronics, mechanical systems, long-lead components, capital equipment)
• Drive BOM cost reduction and margin improvement initiatives
• Implement production KPIs: throughput, yield, on-time delivery, inventory turns, and cost
• Identify supply risks early (capacity, geopolitical exposure, sole-source dependencies) and implement mitigation strategies
• Partner closely with Engineering on NPI, DFM, supplier qualification, and design-to-cost efforts
• Develop S&OP and demand planning processes appropriate for a scaling startup
• Stand up scalable systems (ERP/MRP, forecasting, reporting infrastructure)
• Recruit, develop, and lead a lean, high-performing supply chain and production team
• Develop operational processes for parts inventory, ordering, and supporting a dealer network.
• A focus on managing budget and forecast.

What Success Looks Like (First 12-18 Months)

• Production ramps cleanly to meet customer and board-level milestones
• Clear visibility into supply risk, cost structure, and capacity constraints; identify alternate solutions.
• Critical supplier contracts secured with favorable commercial and operational terms
• Improved production yield, cycle time, and on-time delivery
• Build processes to support a dealer network.
• A resilient supply base capable of supporting rapid growth
• A strong, accountable team in place that executes without constant oversight

Qualifications

• A bachelor’s degree in engineering, supply chain management, operations, or a related field is required; an advanced degree is a plus.
• 10+ years of leadership experience in supply chain and/or production within EV, autonomy, robotics, automotive, or other complex hardware environments
• Proven experience scaling from NPI/prototype to volume manufacturing
• Demonstrated success negotiating multi-million-dollar supplier agreements
• Strong production execution background with a track record of delivering against aggressive timelines
• Experienced team builder who attracts, develops, and retains high-performing talent
• Comfortable operating in ambiguity and building systems from scratch
• Technical fluency to engage deeply with engineering and manufacturing teams
• Experience in a startup or VC-backed growth environment preferred
• Bias toward action and ownership; solves problems early and decisively
• Expertise in Production Planning and Manufacturing Operations.
• Proficiency in Supply Chain Management and inventory optimization techniques.
• Experience implementing process improvements, cost-reduction strategies, and maintaining quality standards in manufacturing.
• Experience in the agricultural technology sector or similar industries is preferred.

Salary Range: $185,000 - $225,000 base + Equity

Verdant reserves the ability to adjust the compensation range based on the final candidate's experience, skillset, and geography. In addition to on-target earnings, we offer equity grants, as every employee should have a stake in the company's growth. If you're above this compensation target, we encourage you to reach out and discuss the entire package and opportunity before deciding not to pursue this position.

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Verdant Robotics provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetics, sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression.

This is a full-time position that requires onsite presence in Des Moines, Iowa. Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship now or in the future.

P3+Uplift is partnering with a local insurance company to find a SQL-driven Data Analyst who enjoys working directly with business stakeholders to turn data questions into clear insights and reporting. This role is highly hands-on with SQL and data extraction, working across multiple data sources to support reporting, analysis, and data-driven decision making. The ideal candidate is both analytical and consultative—able to understand business needs, write efficient queries, and deliver clear, actionable insights.

The company offers a flexible schedule, hybrid work environment, casual dress code, and a collaborative culture, plus a comprehensive benefits package.

Key Responsibilities

• Write and optimize SQL queries to pull and analyze data from multiple sources.
• Partner with business teams to clarify questions, define metrics, and deliver actionable insights.
• Build and maintain interactive reports and dashboards to support decision-making (Power BI preferred).
• Ensure data accuracy through validation, cleansing, and reconciliation.
• Document data sources, definitions, and analysis logic to create repeatable, reliable reporting processes.
• Identify opportunities to streamline data workflows, improve automation, and enhance reporting efficiency.
• Communicate findings and trends in clear, business-friendly language to stakeholders.
• Contribute to ad-hoc analysis projects, providing insights to guide business strategy.

5+ years experience:

• Strong SQL experience required with the ability to query and analyze large datasets.
• Experience working with data structures, relational databases, and multiple data sources.
• Experience with data validation, cleansing, and quality assurance.
• Experience with Power BI or other data visualization tools preferred.
• Ability to translate complex data into clear, business-friendly insights.
• Strong communication skills and a consultative approach with stakeholders.

Education: Bachelor’s degree in Business, Analytics, Statistics, or a related field, or equivalent experience

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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We have an exciting opportunity to work for a global manufacturing firm. The Director of Procurement is responsible for leading the organization’s sourcing, purchasing, and supplier management strategies to ensure cost-effective, reliable, and high-quality supply of materials, equipment, and services. This role provides strategic direction and operational oversight of procurement activities while driving supplier performance, risk mitigation, and continuous improvement across the supply chain. The Director of Procurement partners closely with Operations, Finance, Engineering, Maintenance, and Plant Leadership to support production goals, capital projects, and long-term business objectives. Client offers benefits that include: health, dental, vision, short and long term, profit sharing, 401k with a match, PTO and generous bonus. The pay range is $130k-$160k

Recruiter: Connie Stathopoulos

Responsibilities:

Procurement Strategy & Leadership

• Develop and execute a comprehensive procurement strategy aligned with company financial and operational objectives and Corporate Procurement.
• Lead, mentor, and develop the procurement and purchasing team at multiple sites.
• Establish KPIs to measure procurement performance, cost savings, supplier reliability, and service levels
• Drive a culture of accountability, continuous improvement, and cross-functional collaboration

Sourcing & Cost Management

• Lead strategic sourcing initiatives for raw materials, capital equipment, and outside services
• Negotiate pricing, contracts, and long-term supply agreements to achieve cost savings and favorable terms
• Analyze market trends, commodity pricing, and supply risks to inform sourcing decisions
• Identify and implement cost-reduction and value-engineering opportunities without compromising quality or safety

Supplier Management

• Develop and maintain strong relationships with key suppliers and service providers
• Establish supplier performance metrics related to quality, delivery, safety, and responsiveness
• Conduct supplier evaluations, audits, and performance reviews
• Lead supplier issue resolution and corrective action processes

Operational Support

• Ensure timely procurement of materials and services to support uninterrupted production and maintenance activities
• Partner with Operations and Engineering on capital projects, equipment purchases, and plant upgrades
• Support maintenance reliability initiatives through effective MRO and spare parts procurement
• Work closely with Inventory/Stores teams to optimize stock levels and reduce carrying costs

Risk & Compliance

• Identify and mitigate supply chain risks, including single-source dependencies and market volatility
• Ensure procurement activities comply with company policies, contractual obligations, and applicable regulations
• Support ESG, sustainability, and responsible sourcing initiatives where applicable

Systems & Process Improvement

• Oversee procurement systems, purchasing processes, and approval workflows
• Improve purchasing efficiency through standardization, automation, and data-driven decision-making
• Ensure accurate procurement reporting and spend visibility across the organization

Qualifications

Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Engineering, or related field required
• 8–12+ years of progressive procurement or supply chain experience
• Minimum 3–5 years in a leadership or management role
• Experience in manufacturing, industrial, or heavy industry environments strongly preferred

Technical & Professional Skills

• Strong negotiation and contract management skills
• Deep understanding of strategic sourcing, supplier performance management, and cost analysis
• Experience with MRO, capital equipment, and production material sourcing
• Familiarity with ERP/MRP systems and procurement software
• Financial acumen with ability to analyze total cost of ownership and budget impacts

Leadership Competencies

• Proven ability to lead teams and influence cross-functional stakeholders
• Strong decision-making and problem-solving skills
• Ability to balance strategic thinking with hands-on operational execution
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills

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Eleven Recruiting is searching for a Regional Supply Chain & Procurement Director for one of our largest Space and Defense companies specializing in large-scale metallic structures, composite systems, precision machining, and mission-critical hardware supporting launch vehicles, hypersonics, and advanced defense platforms.

This leader will unify strategic sourcing and procurement operations across multiple regional manufacturing sites, leveraging collective purchasing power to drive material cost reductions, improve supplier performance, and implement scalable processes that support multi-program growth.

Reporting to the Vice President of Corporate Operations, this leader will architect regional sourcing strategies for direct production materials—including exotic alloys, composite systems, machined components, and outside processing services—while establishing robust supply chain governance, risk management structures, and continuous improvement frameworks.

They will embed supply chain strategy across the entire product lifecycle—from prototype through production ramp and sustainment—ensuring scalability, manufacturability, and cost competitiveness across the regional network.

Responsibilities:

Strategic Procurement Leadership

• Develop and implement unified sourcing strategies for key spend categories including:
• Raw Materials & Exotic Alloys (Titanium, Nickel Super-Alloys, Aluminum, High-Temperature Steels)
• Composite Systems (Carbon-Carbon, Ablatives, Resin Systems, Prepregs)
• Machined & Fabricated Components (Large-Part Machining, Spin Forming, Precision Metal Forming)
• Outside Processing Services (Heat Treat, NDT, Surface Finishing, Welding/Bonding)
• Indirect/Plant-Wide Supplies (MRO, Tooling, Energy, Logistics)
• Lead supplier consolidation efforts to leverage regional scale and deliver year-over-year cost savings.
• Negotiate long-term agreements (LTAs) and framework contracts to stabilize pricing, secure supplier capacity, and improve cash flow.
• Own commercial and contractual execution, including vendor terms and conditions, liability, IP protection, and strategic sourcing frameworks to ensure both agility and compliance.
• Coordinate with Commercial and Program teams to ensure supplier contracts—particularly for raw materials and key commodities—align with customer program timelines and contractual terms.
• Partner with Finance, Program Management, and Engineering to align sourcing strategies with customer contracts, revenue goals, and program timelines.

Operational Integration & Cross-Functional Collaboration

• Align and standardize procurement practices across regional sites to ensure process consistency, visibility, and data integrity.
• Partner with site procurement teams and location leadership to ensure alignment of supply chain goals with site-level objectives for supply continuity, cash flow, production volumes, and plant projects.
• Support long-lead procurement planning, make/buy analysis, and MRP integration to synchronize with production schedules and program milestones.
• Collaborate with Engineering and Program Management to embed Design-for-Supply-Chain (DfSC) and design-to-cost principles into new program launches.
• Drive early supplier engagement in the design phase to optimize manufacturability, lead times, and lifecycle cost outcomes.

Supplier Development & Risk Management

• Lead Supplier Performance Management (SPM) and Supplier Quality Assurance (SQA) programs focused on on-time delivery, quality, and total cost.
• Establish a risk-based supplier segmentation model to monitor critical suppliers, mitigate single-source dependencies, and ensure ITAR/EAR/CMMC compliance.
• Conduct supplier audits, qualifications, and scorecard reviews to maintain compliance with DCMA, DoD, and NASA standards.
• Partner with suppliers on value engineering, capacity expansion, and new material qualification initiatives supporting new product introductions (NPI).
• Develop and maintain dual-sourcing and continuity planning strategies to safeguard critical production materials.

Performance Management & Digital Transformation

• Establish and track key procurement KPIs including On-Time-In-Full (OTIF), Purchase Price Variance (PPV), inventory turnover, and supplier lead time performance.
• Implement supplier operational KPIs tied to on-time delivery, quality, and inventory performance, with routine reviews to ensure accountability and continuous improvement.
• Drive ERP and MRP process discipline across regional sites to ensure accurate BOM structures, material planning, cost roll-up integrity, and data governance.
• Champion digital tools and analytics dashboards to deliver real-time visibility into supplier performance, material spend, and inventory health.
• Drive inventory optimization through regional initiatives such as Vendor Managed Inventory (VMI), consignment programs, and supply consolidation with strategic partners to reduce working capital and lead times.
• Build and lead a high-accountability organization structured around core supply chain domains—planning, sourcing, materials, and supplier development—with clear ownership, measurable KPIs, and alignment to corporate objectives.
• Champion Lean and Six Sigma practices to streamline processes, reduce waste, and improve responsiveness across all sites.

Executive Partnership & Strategic Influence

• Serve as a strategic partner to the executive leadership team, providing real-time supply chain intelligence, material cost projections, and risk assessments to support operational planning, business cases, and customer proposals.
• Collaborate with Finance and Commercial leadership on the annual business plan to forecast material spend, inflation impact, and cost-savings opportunities in support of revenue and profit commitments.
• Communicate progress, risks, and cost-reduction results through executive dashboards and structured reporting.
• Represent Supply Chain in corporate strategy sessions, ensuring alignment between program requirements and long-term procurement initiatives.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Engineering, or related field; MBA preferred.
• 10+ years of experience in procurement or supply chain leadership within aerospace, defense, or precision manufacturing, including at least 5 years overseeing multi-site or regional operations.
• Proven expertise in sourcing metallic and composite raw materials, complex machined components, and outside processing services.
• Strong understanding of aerospace manufacturing processes, technical drawings, and material specifications.
• Demonstrated success in supplier negotiations, contract execution, and cost-reduction initiatives.
• Familiarity with AS9100, ITAR/EAR, CMMC, and defense compliance frameworks.
• Experience with ERP/MRP systems and advanced procurement analytics tools.
• APICS or Lean Six Sigma certification preferred.
• Exceptional leadership, communication, and influencing skills, with ability to work cross-functionally across multiple sites and programs.

Salary: $200,000 - $220,000

Knights Experience Team (kNEXT):

The University of Central Florida's (UCF's) the Knights Experience Team (kNEXT) primarily provides customer service to the Finance Business Centers (FBCs) and the Human Resources Business Centers (HRBC's) employees, assisting with various tasks as needed. kNEXT also provides administrative support services to staff across all colleges and divisions of the University. kNEXT is designed to reduce the administrative burden on individual colleges, consolidate transaction-based functions, create economies of scale, and improve backroom process efficiency so the colleges can better focus resources on their mission.

The team is made up of HR Specialists and Travel & Procurement Specialists, who will provide information and support across campus, reduce administrative burden, and empower employees to learn and grow. These Specialists will operate as campus experts on processes and procedures, support training and development, provide specialized reporting and analytics, and support central office transactions. All employees within kNEXT will also work to continuously improve processes and workflows.

The purpose of kNEXT is to ensure that the services provided meet or exceed expected performance levels and satisfy the needs of the faculty/staff/students (colleges/divisions).

The Opportunity:

The Travel & Procurement Specialist acts as the primary point of contact for all procurement-related and travel-related activities. The Travel & Procurement Specialist supports Travel & Procurement Coordinators within the Finance Business Centers (FBCs) by acting as experts on procurement-related and travel-related processes and procedures and provide training.

Responsibilities:

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• Support requests for the procurement of goods and services ensuring applicable policies and regulations are adhered to and transactions are processed timely and properly reflect the receipt of goods or services.

  
  

• Research suppliers and obtain quotes for goods and services, as needed. Identify and review applicable contracts or the need for a Waiver of Competition and Sole Source Certification in accordance with policies and regulations.

  
  

• Initiate and review requisitions, manage purchase orders, and initiate change orders, as needed. Create receipts and supplier invoices or purchasing card transactions to ensure timely payments.

  
  

• Reconcile/verify purchasing card transactions ensuring applicable policies and regulations are adhered to and transactions are allowable, required documentation is provided, and transactions are accurate.

  
  

• Support travel requests creating and reviewing Spend Authorizations and Expense Reports. Assist with travel arrangements, receipt/documentation collection, and travel advance and reimbursement requests to ensuring applicable policies and regulations are adhered to.

  
  

• Support Travel & Procurement Coordinators within the Finance Business Centers (FBCs) as experts on procurement-related and travel-related processes and procedures.

  
  

• Continuously review and improve processes to increase operational efficiency and effectiveness. Support travel and procurement training efforts.

  
  

• Other job-related duties as assigned.

  
  

Minimum Qualifications:

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

Preferred Qualifications:

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• 3+ years of experience supporting purchasing, AP/AR, and/or customer service-related activities.

  
  

• Working knowledge of financial and purchasing rules, regulations, processes, and procedures.

  
  

• Demonstrated commitment to delivering high-quality customer service with a strong understanding of its importance in operational excellence and excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to clearly convey information and positively influence others.

  
  

• Proven ability to work independently while also thriving in a collaborative team environment; skilled in building effective working relationships with colleagues and cross-functional partners.

  
  

• Strong analytical, organizational and problem-solving skills, with the ability to apply logic and reasoning to evaluate issues and develop effective solutions with a strong attention to detail.

  
  

• Bachelor's degree preferred.

  
  

• Proficiency in Workday and Microsoft applications, including Outlook, Excel, and Teams, with demonstrated ability to utilize computer systems and software to support operations, configure tools, generate reports, enter data, and process information efficiently.

  
  

Special Instructions to the Applicants:

The anticipated hourly rate for this position is $20.29- $22.75. The final hourly rate will be determined based on the candidate's qualifications, experience, and internal equity considerations.

Applicant must be authorized to work for any U.S. employer, as sponsorship is not available for this position now or in the future.

Are you ready to unleash YOUR potential?

As a next-generation public research university and Forbes-ranked top employer in Florida, we are a community of thinkers, doers, creators, innovators, healers, and leaders striving to create broader prosperity and help shape a better future. No matter what your role is, when you join Knight Nation,you'llplay an integral role at one of the most impactful universities in the country.You'llbe met with opportunities to connect and collaborate with talented faculty, staff, and students across 12colleges and multiple campuses, engaging in impactful work that makes a positive difference. Your time at UCF will provide you with many meaningful opportunities to grow,you'llwork alongside talented colleagues on complex projects that will challenge you and help you gain new skills,andyou'llhave countless rewarding experiences that go well beyond a paycheck.

Working at UCF has itsperks!UCF offers:

• Benefitpackages, including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Flexible Spending, and Employee Assistance Program

• Paid time off, including annual and sick time off and paid holidays

• Retirement savings options

• Employee discounts, including tickets to many Orlando attractions

• Educationassistance

• And more...For more benefits information, view theUCF Employee Benefits Guide.

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• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision insurance
• Health Savings Account
• Employer-paid life insurance with a \"buy-up\" option
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employer-paid STD Disability benefits
• Paid Parental leave
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Retirement plan
• Employee Sharing Program

• Identifying, contacting, and qualifying new prospects.
• Responding to customer calls.
• Tracking and following up on existing quotes.
• Assisting with project execution tasks such as answering questions about administration, delivery, or invoicing.
• This position requires a large volume of outbound, cold calls, and cold calling physical locations.
• Meet revenue quotas are met as assigned.
• Prepare and submit activity reports and forecasts as requested.
• Update and maintain the CRM database to include but not be limited to customer account contact names, addresses, phone numbers, email addresses, past and future sales activities, and any and all notes regarding the account's business opportunity.
• Maintain all prospective customer data in the CRM Database and use the information contained therein as the sole source for prospective customers and interactions.
• Stays within prescribed budgetary cost requirements.
• Communicates frequently with the customer.
• Maintains a safe work environment.
• Performs job functions safely at all times.
• Participates in all safety meetings.
• Assists in driving a continuous improvement strategy within the business to result in ongoing incremental gains in quality and efficiency.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

• Highly motivated sales professional who can operate within the guidelines assigned.
• High energy with a customer service attitude is a must.
• Exceptional communication, presentation, and persuasion skills.
• Positive professional attitude.
• Proficient level of computer skills including Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and Outlook.
• Must demonstrate competence and fearless ability to perform cold calls and prospecting.
• Advanced networking, and relationship development skills. Comfortable with Consultative and/or Enterprise Sales Techniques. Have advanced selling skills.
• Ability to forecast and manage various opportunities/prospects simultaneously.
• Excellent time management skills.
• Able to work in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment.
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills.
• Possess decision-making, problem-resolution, and creative thinking skills.
• Able to multitask activities with shifting priorities.
• Exceptional communication, presentation, and persuasion skills and a positive professional attitude.
• Ability to manage various tasks simultaneously.