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Hello! Are you a driven professional looking to grow your career? We’re MDE, a Des Moines-based property management company that provides landscaping, snow removal, and general facilities services to clients across the Midwest. The keys to our success have included a great company culture, a lasting commitment to our values, and a network of contracted associates (contract service providers) that empower us to deliver unparalleled service to our clients. (That’s where you come in.)

This is a non-IT role focused on managing third-party service providers.

The Vendor Network Manager is responsible for engaging with the assigned network of associates, recruiting and onboarding new associates, and providing a variety of services at client facilities. Vendor Network Managers recruit, contact, assign, train, and, when necessary, address service levels. This includes training associates to use various tools for documenting work, billing, and credentialing. In this role, you will act as the main point of contact and influencer with MDE’s associates (contract service providers) to manage their experience and provide direction on services at client facilities.

Responsibilities

Serve as MDE’s key contact for associates:

• Recruit, train, and manage new associates as they begin their support of client locations
• Negotiate associate service fees with a win-win mentality – we keep great associates as partners when creating cost-effective value for our clients
• Build and maintain strong, long-term relationships with associates
• Manage associate data points within our CRM system (Salesforce)
• Act as a problem solver with a creative mindset

Act as the bridge between MDE's associates and our Accounts Payable team by assisting with invoicing and any issues that arise relating to fee disputes or negotiation

Collaborate with MDE’s Client Services team to:

• Work with the Client Services team to coordinate special requests for work that falls outside the scope of regular services
• This can include gathering quotes and managing special projects
• Manage field-based MDE Associates who provide service at special client locations, coordinating routing, supply delivery, and quarterly travel to locations within the Midwest.
• This includes coordinating with Account Management to align with client expectations and goals

Provide support and problem-solving on an as-needed basis during occasional on-call shifts.

Skills/Experience

Above all, we’re looking for a relationship builder with proven experience. To us, that means:

• Successful experience in relationship management, or in a procurement/buyer position
• Experience working on vendor pricing and contracts is a plus
• Solid experience with CRM systems (e.g., Salesforce) and MS Office
• Ability to juggle multiple client projects at a time, while maintaining sharp diligence to due dates and deliverables
• Effectively handle high-pressure situations and support team well-being
• Excellent listening, negotiation, and presentation abilities
• Strong verbal and written communication skills

Work Environment

While MDE is based in our Des Moines office, we also believe in the importance of flexibility. Working in a virtual (at-home) environment, MDE will provide the necessary hardware and software. We believe that this flexible working environment allows team members to engage with associates and clients seamlessly. The Vendor Network Manager is responsible for creating a professional office environment and utilizing routine office processes, with effective communication skills, to support internal and external customers.

Benefits and Other Details

MDE is committed to the growth and development of our employees. This position includes health benefits and participation in a Simple IRA plan.

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.

AGE Solutions is preparing for a significant contract supporting the Joint Service Provider (JSP) Enterprise Transport Management (ETM) program. This role group covers real-time network monitoring, troubleshooting, and automation in a high-stakes classified environment. We're seeking agile professionals who can respond rapidly and lead technically across DoD network and telecom environments.

Who We're Looking For:

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• Senior Network Engineers, NetOps Leads, Voice Engineers, Network Admins
  
• Incumbents encouraged to apply
  

Clearance: TS/SCI
Certifications: CISSP, CASP, CCIE, RCDD
Experience: 8 to 25 years; Cisco, Avaya/Nortel, Splunk, Ansible, ServiceNow

This position is part of a pipeline for a future opportunity supporting the JSP ETM program. Employment is contingent upon contract award and government customer approval. AGE Solutions is actively engaging talent ahead of award and encourages both current incumbents and new candidates to express interest.

At AGE Solutions, we reward performance, invest in growth, and share success. Our benefits support the whole person, professionally, financially, and personally.

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• 26 Days Paid Leave: Includes vacation, sick, personal time, and holidays. You choose how to use it.
  
• Performance Bonuses: Performance bonuses are awarded based on individual contributions and company-wide results, aligning recognition with impact.
  
• 401(k) with Match: We match 3% of your contributions with immediate vesting.
  
• Financial Protection: Company-paid life insurance up to $300K and options for additional coverage for you and your dependents.
  
• Health Benefits: Multiple medical plans, dental, vision, FSA and HSA options to fit your needs.
  
• Parental Leave: 15 days of fully paid leave for new parents, because family matters.
  
• Military Differential Pay: We bridge the gap for employees on active duty, so they don't take a financial hit while serving.
  
• Professional Growth: Paid training and certifications, tuition reimbursement, and the tools and tech to get the job done right.
  
• Shared Success: In the event of a company sale, our CEO has committed to returning 80% of net proceeds to employees. This ensures our team shares in the long term value they help create.
  

At AGE, you'll do work that matters, supported by a company that delivers for its people.

AGE Solutions is looking for a Junior Network Engineer - PPSM / Boundary Protection to join our team in support of a cybersecurity risk management and assessment program with our DoD customer. In this role, you will support the PPSM Program through the assurance that all Enterprise IS Ports, Protocols, and Services (PPS) are registered in the PPSM central registry (PPSM-Unclassified (PPSM-U) and PPSM-Classified (PPSM-C)); are categorized and updated on the PPSM Category Assurance List; non-standard requests are not deployed prior to approval from the Authorizing Official (AO); and assist the Government to develop, revise, implement, and enforce PPSM policies. PPSM support includes all DISA owned and supported ISs and DISA authorized Cloud Service Offerings.

Individuals in this role must be available to work on-site at Ft. Meade, MD full time.

Responsibilities Include:

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• Ensure all systems are registered in PPSM and eMASS, processing DD2875 requests within four days and auditing access annually.
  
• Develop and update the DISA PPS Registry SOP/Guide semi-annually.
  
• Process and track PPSM change, exception, and modification requests, ensuring compliance.
  
• Provide PPPS and DMZ Whitelist Status Reports for system authorization efforts.
  
• Generate weekly data reports from DISA DMZ Whitelist and PPS Registries (NIPR & SIPR), coordinating corrections.
  
• Support DoD PPSM CCB/TAG meetings, providing feedback and voting recommendations within three days.
  
• Maintain PPSM Registries, ensuring alignment with eMASS and tracking compliance metrics.
  
• Review and resolve PPSM registration discrepancies per DoDI 8551.01, assisting stakeholders.
  
• Monitor and support DISA PPSM TAG Representatives with CLSA, exception requests, and emergency changes.
  
• Submit NSU packages for inclusion in the Category Assurance List (CAL).
  
• Validate DISA ISs in the PPSM Registry, ensuring updates in PPSM-U and PPSM-C for environmental changes.
  
• Verify PPSM Registry and eMASS IDs for accuracy.
  
• Provide PPSM compliance metrics, including registrations and discrepancies.
  
• Establish PPSM training on DMZ Whitelist and PPSM request processes.
  
• Conduct customer meetings and support DISA initiatives to ensure security compliance.
  
• Maintain PPSM registrations for new CSOs, updating as needed.
  
• Manage DISA DMZ Whitelist Registries, ensuring accurate eMASS correlation.
  
• Validate DISA DoD DMZ Whitelist submissions within two business days, ensuring compliance.
  
• Process emergency DMZ Whitelist requests within two hours with leadership approval.
  
• Review DISA ISs in the DMZ Whitelist Registry, updating for decommissions/modifications.
  
• Provide DMZ Whitelist metrics on entries, types, and system associations.
  
• Conduct annual DMZ Whitelist reviews, ensuring accuracy and reporting concerns.
  

Requirements:

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• Education:
  
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  • Bachelor's degree (IT-related field preferred)
    
  
  
  
• Experience:
  
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  • Three (3) years of overall experience in a network engineering position
    
  
  
  
• Clearance:
  
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  • Have an active DoD Top Secret clearance with SCI eligibility
    
  
  
  
• Certifications:
  
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  • DoD 8570 IAT Level II certification
    
  
  
  
• Skills and Knowledge:
  
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  • Understanding of the PPSM Registry management, eMASS, and DISA DMZ Whitelist processes
    
  • Understanding of 8551.01, DISA security policies, and compliance monitoring
    
  • Proficiency with network architectures, LAN/WAN, TCP/IP, routing, and switching
    
  • Proficiency with network security, ports/protocols, firewalls, and boundary protection
    
  • Understanding of 8551.01, DISA security policies, and compliance monitoring
    
  • Strong written and verbal communication for technical documentation and stakeholder engagement
    
  
  
  
• Location:
  
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  • This role is fully onsite in Ft. Meade, MD.
    
  
  
  

Compensation: $65,000+

At AGE Solutions, we reward performance, invest in growth, and share success. Our benefits support the whole person, professionally, financially, and personally.

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• 26 Days Paid Leave: Includes vacation, sick, personal time, and holidays. You choose how to use it.
  
• Performance Bonuses: Performance bonuses are awarded based on individual contributions and company-wide results, aligning recognition with impact.
  
• 401(k) with Match: We match 3% of your contributions with immediate vesting.
  
• Financial Protection: Company-paid life insurance up to $300K and options for additional coverage for you and your dependents.
  
• Health Benefits: Multiple medical plans, dental, vision, FSA and HSA options to fit your needs.
  
• Parental Leave: 15 days of fully paid leave for new parents, because family matters.
  
• Military Differential Pay: We bridge the gap for employees on active duty, so they don't take a financial hit while serving.
  
• Professional Growth: Paid training and certifications, tuition reimbursement, and the tools and tech to get the job done right.
  
• Shared Success: In the event of a company sale, our CEO has committed to returning 80% of net proceeds to employees. This ensures our team shares in the long term value they help create.
  

At AGE, you'll do work that matters, supported by a company that delivers for its people.

At HelloFresh, we want to change the way people eat forever by offering our customers high-quality food and recipes for different meal occasions. Over the past 10 years, we've seen this mission spread around the world and beyond our wildest dreams. Now, we are a global food solutions group and the world's leading meal kit company, active in 18 countries across 3 continents. So, how did we do it? Our weekly boxes full of exciting recipes and fresh ingredients have blossomed into a community of customers looking for delicious, healthy, and sustainable options. The HelloFresh Group now includes our core brand, HelloFresh, as well as: Green Chef, EveryPlate, Chefs Plate, Factor_, and Youfoodz.

We are seeking an experienced sourcing manager to join our Procurement team as a "Sourcing Strategy Manager, Protein". In this role, you will be responsible for developing and executing sourcing strategies to improve our cost structure, the quality of our products, the reliability of our supply chain, and will play a leading role in supporting innovation through new product development. You will have key responsibilities over SKU ideation and onboarding, vendor selection and relationships, price negotiations and contract management, budgetary planning and continuously improving our end-to-end sourcing process.

In this role, you will help drive the strategy and framework for how the business interacts with its supplier base and have a direct stake in affecting bottom line profitability.

You will ...

• Take full ownership of assigned categories to develop and optimize our supply network.
• Refine and implement a sourcing and supply chain strategy for a selection of categories that optimizes process, reduces risk, and improves our cost structure
• Build and maintain a strong supplier base that align with our company values; own relationships with our strategic suppliers, including performance management and innovation activities
• Manage cost savings initiatives through our strategic sourcing process to ensure that we hit our targeted budget
• Leverage large internal datasets and industry benchmarks (including market, supplier, and SKU analysis) to drive continuous improvement, identify opportunities for cost reduction, and identify/implement best practices
• Develop a culture of continuous improvement, both internally and externally through data-driven reporting and effective project management to identify and drive opportunities for quality improvement and implement best practices
• Onboard new vendors and new SKUs to drive cost savings and improve customer experience
• Proactively manage quality specifications and potential issues that might impact ingredient standards
• Work with the Procurement Operations Team to set execution plans and develop best practices for tracking contract compliance by our vendors

You are...

• Data-driven – You can organize, explore, and synthesize unstructured data into actionable insights to better inform operational decision-making
• Intellectually curious – You have an insatiable desire to understand how and why things work, identify data-driven insights, and consistently challenge the status quo
• Detail-oriented – You possess strong organizational skills and demonstrate a methodical approach to your work
• A self-starter – You are highly motivated and passionate. You're eager to take on new projects without knowing exactly what you will uncover
• Agile – You thrive in fast-paced and dynamic environments and are comfortable working autonomously
• A critical thinker – You use logic to identify opportunities, evaluate alternatives, and synthesize and present critical information to solve complex problems.
• An excellent communicator – You can explain complex (often technical) information to a variety of audiences
• Collaborative - You are prepared to work collaboratively across many different HelloFresh teams and functions
• A project manager - You have exceptional project and people management skills

You have...

• 3-5 years of relevant experience working with relevant industries in supply chain operations and strategic sourcing functions; or working in operations strategy focused management consulting
• 3+ years in category management of protein (meat, seafood, dairy)
• Undergraduate degree preferred or equivalent relevant experience
• Experience successfully leading large initiatives and sourcing events through strategic sourcing processes

You'll get...

• Competitive hourly rate, 401K company match that vests immediately upon participation, & team bonus opportunities
• Generous PTO and flexible attendance policy
• Comprehensive health and wellness benefits with options at $0 monthly, effective first day of employment
• Up to 85% discount on subscriptions to HelloFresh meal plans (HelloFresh, Green Chef, Everyplate, and Factor_)
• Access to Employee Resource Groups that are open to all employees, including those pertaining to BIPOC, women, veterans, parents, and LGBTQ+
• Inclusive, collaborative, and dynamic work environment within a fast-paced, mission-driven company that is disrupting the traditional food supply chain

This job description is intended to provide a general overview of the responsibilities. However, the Company reserves the right to adjust, modify, or reassign work tasks and responsibilities as needed to meet changing business needs, operational requirements, or other factors.

New York Pay Range

$116,600—$138,000 USD

About HelloFresh

We believe that sharing a meal brings people of all identities, backgrounds, and cultures together. We are committed to celebrating all dimensions of diversity in the workplace equally and ensuring that everyone feels a sense of inclusion and belonging. We also aim to extend this commitment to the partners we work with and the communities we serve. We are constantly listening, learning, and evolving to deliver on these principles. We are proud of our collaborative culture. Our diverse employee population enables us to connect with our customers and turn their feedback into meaningful action - from developing new recipes to constantly improving our process of getting dinner to our customers' homes. Our culture attracts top talent with shared values and forms the foundation for a great place to work!

At HelloFresh, we embrace diversity and inclusion. We are an equal-opportunity employer and do not discriminate on the basis of an individual's race, national origin, color, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, religion, age, disability, marital status, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law, whether actual or perceived. As part of the Company's commitment to equal employment opportunity, we provide reasonable accommodations, up to the point of undue hardship, to candidates at any stage, including to individuals with disabilities.

We want to adapt our processes and create a safe space that welcomes everyone so please let us know how we can accommodate our process. In case you have any accessibility requirements you can share that with us in the application form.

To learn more about what it's like working inside HelloFresh, follow us on Instagram and LinkedIn.

HelloFresh is committed to the principles of equal employment opportunity and providing reasonable accommodations to candidates with disabilities. If you need an accommodation during the application process, please reach out to us at:

• Europe:
• APAC:
• United States:
• Canada:

At HelloFresh, we want to change the way people eat forever by offering our customers high-quality food and recipes for different meal occasions. Over the past 10 years, we've seen this mission spread around the world and beyond our wildest dreams. Now, we are a global food solutions group and the world's leading meal kit company, active in 18 countries across 3 continents. So, how did we do it? Our weekly boxes full of exciting recipes and fresh ingredients have blossomed into a community of customers looking for delicious, healthy, and sustainable options. The HelloFresh Group now includes our core brand, HelloFresh, as well as: Green Chef, EveryPlate, Chefs Plate, Factor_, and Youfoodz.

We are currently seeking an experienced leader to join our Procurement Leadership team as Director of Procurement - Packaging Sourcing & Engineering for North America. This person will partner with the VP of Procurement in cultivating a high performing organization, and will be responsible for leading our packaging sourcing and packaging engineering teams. You will be responsible for end-to-end Packaging execution across our various brands; driving sourcing strategy, design innovation, quality and product testing and evaluation. The Director will have the opportunity to both build new functions and manage our established teams as we continue to grow and scale our volume and product range.

You will...

• Serve as key member of the Procurement Leadership team.
• Grow a high performing team, providing leadership, coaching and developmental support to Associate Directors & Strategy Managers of packaging sourcing and packaging engineering.
• Cultivate a strong team culture consistent with HelloFresh's core values and drive sourcing and technical best practices throughout your organization.
• Work closely with senior leadership to develop a sourcing and product innovation roadmap that supports company goals. Set and oversee the achievement of OKRs on cost, growth and innovation, risk management, supplier performance, and team development and enablement.
• Build and drive annual budgets and savings initiatives by collaborating with business partners and Finance, specifically as it relates to our Packaging spend. Communicate monthly category performance to the Senior Leadership team.
• Lead the packaging engineering team to drive continuous improvement in packaging quality and design, and drive best practices in product evaluation and testing.
• Continue to scale our supplier network and manage capacity to meet the demand of HelloFresh's multi-brand growth strategy.
• Partner cross functionally and work closely with our supplier network to identify and deliver on opportunities to drive improved customer experience through both existing product optimization and new product development.

You are...

• A packaging procurement leader with an appetite for building scalable teams and enabling innovative, high-quality products
• An expert negotiator who has handled multi-million dollar contract negotiations
• A creative problem solver with a process improvement mindset
• Data-driven decision maker who is passionate about bringing that mentality to their team
• A strong leader with a proven track record of managing large and diverse teams
  • Detail-oriented – You possess strong organizational skills and consistently demonstrate a methodical approach to all your work
• A self-starter – You are highly motivated and passionate; you're eager to take on new projects without knowing exactly what you will uncover
• Agile – You thrive in fast-paced and dynamic environments and are willing to get deep into the weeds where needed
• A strong communicator who can easily communicate complex solutions cross functionally and to upper management

You have...

• 15 years of experience in Procurement, with relevant experience in the packaging industry
• A degree in Supply Chain Management, Packaging Engineering, Business Administration or related field is preferred
• Packaging sourcing, manufacturing, engineering or design experience is preferred
• Hands-on experience through roles in purchasing, procurement, or logistics, where you have developed skills in negotiation, supplier management, cost control & quality improvement
• Flexibility to travel (up to 30%)
• Fluent in Google Suite applications

You'll get...

• Competitive hourly rate, 401K company match that vests immediately upon participation, & team bonus opportunities
• Generous PTO and flexible attendance policy
• Comprehensive health and wellness benefits with options at $0 monthly, effective first day of employment
• Up to 85% discount on subscriptions to HelloFresh meal plans (HelloFresh, Green Chef, Everyplate, and Factor_)
• Access to Employee Resource Groups that are open to all employees, including those pertaining to BIPOC, women, veterans, parents, and LGBTQ+
• Inclusive, collaborative, and dynamic work environment within a fast-paced, mission-driven company that is disrupting the traditional food supply chain

This job description is intended to provide a general overview of the responsibilities. However, the Company reserves the right to adjust, modify, or reassign work tasks and responsibilities as needed to meet changing business needs, operational requirements, or other factors.

New York Pay Range

$161,330—$215,130 USD

This position is also eligible for the HelloFresh equity plan.

About HelloFresh

We believe that sharing a meal brings people of all identities, backgrounds, and cultures together. We are committed to celebrating all dimensions of diversity in the workplace equally and ensuring that everyone feels a sense of inclusion and belonging. We also aim to extend this commitment to the partners we work with and the communities we serve. We are constantly listening, learning, and evolving to deliver on these principles. We are proud of our collaborative culture. Our diverse employee population enables us to connect with our customers and turn their feedback into meaningful action - from developing new recipes to constantly improving our process of getting dinner to our customers' homes. Our culture attracts top talent with shared values and forms the foundation for a great place to work!

At HelloFresh, we embrace diversity and inclusion. We are an equal-opportunity employer and do not discriminate on the basis of an individual's race, national origin, color, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, religion, age, disability, marital status, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law, whether actual or perceived. As part of the Company's commitment to equal employment opportunity, we provide reasonable accommodations, up to the point of undue hardship, to candidates at any stage, including to individuals with disabilities.

We want to adapt our processes and create a safe space that welcomes everyone so please let us know how we can accommodate our process. In case you have any accessibility requirements you can share that with us in the application form.

To learn more about what it's like working inside HelloFresh, follow us on Instagram and LinkedIn.

HelloFresh is committed to the principles of equal employment opportunity and providing reasonable accommodations to candidates with disabilities. If you need an accommodation during the application process, please reach out to us at:

• Europe:
• APAC:
• United States:
• Canada:

Floor & Decor is a leading specialty retailer of hard surface flooring, offering the broadest in-stock selection of tile, wood, stone, related tools, and flooring accessories at everyday low prices. Founded in 2000 and headquartered in Atlanta, Floor & Decor is one of Fortune’s 100 fastest-growing companies.

At Floor & Decor, homeowners and professional contractors have access to superstore selection at warehouse prices with showroom quality. Our extensive selection of in-stock product allows our customers to get what they need when they need it. And because we source directly from manufacturers or quarries worldwide, our top-quality products are priced below those of our competitors.

The Floor & Decor brand is also bolstered by a local focus that allows us to create a store experience and mix of products that meet the needs of each market we serve. We empower our store managers, or chief executive merchants, to create a local shopping experience.

Behind the scenes, enabling our stores to thrive and reporting in through the Global Supply Chain team, is our Indirect Procurement Team (IPT). The Indirect Procurement Team is ultimately responsible for driving and supporting strategic sourcing strategy and procurement operations execution support for the Real Estate, Construction, New Store Visual Merchandising, Facilities, Stores Operations, IT, Marketing, and Enterprise Services categories. The Sourcing Analyst, Technology & Procurement Operations role will play a pivotal role in Technology Sourcing & Implementation, Cost Management Analytics, and Bid Package & Contract Management Support.

Job Purpose

The Senior Sourcing Analyst role for enterprise sourcing is responsible with providing strategic sourcing strategies, market price indexing, stakeholder management, bid package development, supplier selection, contract development, and implementation support of Enterprise Sourcing related subcategories within, but not limited to Marketing, Human Resources, Technology, Office Supplies, Travel, Finance, and Legal.

Minimum Eligibility Requirements

• Bachelors’ degree (preferred degree in business management, supply chain, engineering, finance or similar field)
• The preferred candidate will have a minimum of 5+ years of relevant work experience in Project Management, Sourcing, Procurement Operations, or Analytics/Reporting
• Working knowledge of sourcing processes, procurement technology, supplier relationship management, and procurement catalog management
• Procure to Pay Systems knowledge preferred but not required
• Strong strategy development and financial analysis
• Ability to meet deadlines with minimum oversight
• Proficiency in Spend Analytics & Dashboarding systems (i.e. MS Excel Pivot Tables, Power BI, Tableau, Spend HQ, etc.)
• Professional Association Certification preferred (i.e., CPSM, CPSC, or equivalent), but not required
• Sound knowledge of retail desired, but not required

Essential job Functions

• Lead annual spend management strategies of $30M+ while cultivating tactical, critical, and strategic incumbent or prospect suppliers in the marketplace who support our store-level, regional, national, or corporate HQ sourcing needs at Floor & Decor.
• Exercise sourcing process awareness and critical supplier categorization analysis in leading the evaluation and down-selection of qualified suppliers, subcontractors, vendors, and service providers.
• Perform periodic market trend analysis for specific subcategories, analyze supply base trends, and model industry shifts which may have a negative or positive material cost impact to Floor & Decor’s Business Unit P&Ls.
• Drive coordination, communication, and implementation of the Indirect Procurement Team’s regional and national sourcing methodology and purchasing policy.
• Establish relationships with Finance & Corporate Legal to aid in the independent oversight of Indirect Procurement RFI, RFQ, and RFP sourcing activity (i.e. requirements gathering, bid package development, negotiations, contracting, risk mitigation) for key subcategories and critical projects below $1M.
• Manage subcategory and key supplier Post Contract Procure-to-Pay activity, which includes but is not limited to New Vendor Set Up, Inventory Strategies, and Purchasing Transaction Escalations.
• Support enterprise-wide Spend Management, Supplier Development & Performance Score-carding, and Enterprise Risk initiatives while aiding in the development, stakeholder awareness, and rollout of the subcategory implementation.

Working Conditions (travel, hours, environment)

• Travel may be required including air and car travel
• The noise level in the work environment is typically quiet to moderate.

Physical/Sensory Requirements

Sedentary Work – Ability to exert 10 - 20 pounds of force occasionally, and/or negligible amount of force frequently to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time, but may involve walking or standing for brief periods of time.

Note:Floor & Decor considers all applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, medical condition, pregnancy, marital or familial status, veteran status, or based on any other class protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. Floor & Decor also provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act and applicable state and local law.

This job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and the employee and is subject to change by the employer at its sole discretion.

Benefits & Rewards

• Bonus opportunities at every level
• Career advancement opportunities
• Relocation opportunities across the country
• 401k with discretionary company match
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Referral Bonus Program
• A personal holiday and Volunteer Time Off program
• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life and other Insurance Plans (subject to eligibility criteria)

Equal Employment Opportunity

Floor & Decor is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to equal opportunity for all associates and applicants. F&D recruits, hires, trains, promotes, compensates and administers all personnel actions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sex stereotyping, pregnancy (which includes pregnancy, childbirth and medical conditions related to pregnancy, childbirth or breastfeeding), gender, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, mental or physical disability, ancestry, medical condition, marital status, military or veteran status, citizenship status, sexual orientation, genetic information or any other status protected by applicable law.

This policy applies to all areas of employment, including recruitment, testing, screening, hiring, selection for training, upgrading, transfer, demotion, layoff, discipline, termination, compensation, benefits and all other privileges, terms and conditions of employment. This policy and the law prohibit employment discrimination against any associate or applicant on the basis of any legally protected status outlined above.

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.

AGE Solutions is preparing for a significant contract supporting the Joint Service Provider (JSP) Enterprise Transport Management (ETM) program. These roles lead and manage VoIP, VoSIP, and legacy voice infrastructure. Support includes endpoint provisioning, IVR programming, and ACD reporting using NetPlus.

Who We're Looking For:

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• VoIP Engineers, Telecom Leads, ACD Analysts
  
• Incumbents encouraged to apply
  

Clearance: TS/SCI
Certifications: Security+, Avaya/Nortel, NetPlus familiarity
Experience: 10+ years

This position is part of a pipeline for a future opportunity supporting the JSP ETM program. Employment is contingent upon contract award and government customer approval. AGE Solutions is actively engaging talent ahead of award and encourages both current incumbents and new candidates to express interest.

At AGE Solutions, we reward performance, invest in growth, and share success. Our benefits support the whole person, professionally, financially, and personally.

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• 26 Days Paid Leave: Includes vacation, sick, personal time, and holidays. You choose how to use it.
  
• Performance Bonuses: Performance bonuses are awarded based on individual contributions and company-wide results, aligning recognition with impact.
  
• 401(k) with Match: We match 3% of your contributions with immediate vesting.
  
• Financial Protection: Company-paid life insurance up to $300K and options for additional coverage for you and your dependents.
  
• Health Benefits: Multiple medical plans, dental, vision, FSA and HSA options to fit your needs.
  
• Parental Leave: 15 days of fully paid leave for new parents, because family matters.
  
• Military Differential Pay: We bridge the gap for employees on active duty, so they don't take a financial hit while serving.
  
• Professional Growth: Paid training and certifications, tuition reimbursement, and the tools and tech to get the job done right.
  
• Shared Success: In the event of a company sale, our CEO has committed to returning 80% of net proceeds to employees. This ensures our team shares in the long term value they help create.
  

At AGE, you'll do work that matters, supported by a company that delivers for its people.

THE TEAM YOU WILL BE JOINING

• Enterprise-scale manufacturing/distribution organization with $5B+ in annual revenue
• Strategic sourcing team currently undergoing capability expansion and leadership evolution
• Executive-level engagement with CIO, CFO, and COO
• High-growth environment with increasing technology and consulting investment

WHAT THEY OFFER YOU

• Strategic ownership of enterprise IT and Professional Services sourcing
• Direct advisory role to C-suite leadership
• Opportunity to influence multi-year technology roadmap alignment
• High visibility, high-impact sourcing initiatives
• Leadership of an expanding sourcing team

LOCATION:

• Huntersville, NC
• First 90 days fully on-site; thereafter minimum 3 days per week

WHY THIS ROLE IS IMPORTANT

• This is a leadership role responsible for defining and executing enterprise sourcing strategy across technology and professional services categories, including SaaS, cloud, consulting, and managed services.
• Serve as primary sourcing advisor to CIO, CFO, and executive leadership
• Lead negotiation of complex SaaS, cloud, and consulting agreements
• Develop board-ready business cases and ROI models
• Govern multi-year financial impact and value realization
• Establish disciplined contract frameworks and supplier governance
• This role requires executive influence, strong commercial acumen, and the ability to manage risk across high-value, high-complexity contracts

THE BACKGROUND THAT FITS

• Bachelor’s degree required; MBA preferred
• 10+ years of strategic sourcing experience with strong IT and/or professional services focus
• Deep expertise in SaaS, cloud commercial models, and consulting rate structures
• Advanced Excel skills, financial modeling and data storytelling capability
• Proven executive presentation experience
• Contract negotiation and redlining mastery
• Leadership of sourcing teams and cross-functional initiatives

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.

Overview

Executes purchasing, sourcing, and supply operations, using AI-enabled tools and large data sets to drive data-informed purchasing, demand planning, and inventory decisions that support margin, inventory turn, and supply reliability within approved guardrails.

Key Responsibilities

• Gather quotes and product details as requested by Sales, Merchandising or marketplace team for resourcing and new product onboarding, utilizing the approved vendor network, sourcing platforms, and supplier marketplaces
• Align and communicate with cross-functional stakeholders including Amazon/marketplace teams on demand projections, timing, and launch strategy
• Complete new item and kit setup in the ERP system and ensure all required supplier and warehouse information is communicated to cross-functional teams to support multi-channel onboarding.
• Issue purchase orders, testing request forms, and deposits; confirm pricing, manage follow-up on shipping status, testing timelines, and payment schedules
• Maintain a detailed Open-to-Buy (OTB) log, tracking shipments, inventory commitments, and cash flow in accordance with approved financial guardrails
• Generate weekly purchasing and inventory analysis using AI-enabled tools and advanced analytics to identify trends by market channel
• Adjust delivery timing on open orders or issue replenishment orders based on performance trends and inventory needs by channel
• Manage freight coordination and port consolidation strategies, as appropriate, to control logistics costs while supporting in-stock performance.
• Ensure timely and accurate delivery of domestic and international orders through coordination with customs brokers, freight forwarders, suppliers, testing labs, and merchandising partners
• Calculate and maintain accurate landed costs, including tariffs and duties; manage documentation through required systems (e.g., ACE portal)
• Leverage AI-enabled tools and advanced analytics to analyze competitive pricing data scrapes and recommend pricing actions to Merchandising to offset landed cost impacts and support healthy margins by market channel
• Use data and analytics to identify overstock or underperforming items and recommend lifecycle actions, including promotions, digital and print marketing support, or discontinuation by market channel
• Manage, prioritize, and develop a Purchasing Assistant responsible for purchase order execution, follow-up, and transactional reporting

Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business, Analytics, Finance, Operations, or a related field
• Demonstrated expertise leveraging AI-enabled tools, analytics platforms, and large data sets to inform purchasing, sourcing, demand planning, and inventory decisions
• An equivalent combination of education and relevant practical experience will be considered
• Strong understanding of demand planning, Open-to-Buy (OTB), and inventory forecasting
• Proven experience working with suppliers, including quote evaluation, cost structures, and MOQs
• Familiarity with imports, customs processes, tariffs, and landed cost calculation preferred
• Highly organized, analytical, and execution-focused, with strong attention to detail and follow-through

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.

Sourcing Manager – Aluminum Extrusions, Castings & Steel Products

James Hardie Building Products

Location: Chicago, IL

James Hardie is the industry leader in exterior home and outdoor living solutions, with a portfolio that includes fiber cement, fiber gypsum, composite and PVC decking and railing products. Our family of trusted brands includes Hardie®, TimberTech®, AZEK® Exteriors, Versatex®, fermacell®, and StruXure®.

This position is based at our offices in downtown Chicago. An employee shuttle to and from Ogilvy Transportation and Union Station is provided.

Job Summary

The Sourcing Manager will lead the strategic sourcing and supplier management of aluminum extrusions, powder coating, castings, fabricated metals, and other products. This role is critical to developing a resilient, cost-effective, and globally competitive supply base. You’ll work cross-functionally to optimize cost, ensure continuity, and improve supplier performance across multiple commodities. This position offers the opportunity to shape long-term sourcing strategy while driving immediate value through tactical execution and supplier collaboration. You'll join a team that values smart thinking, bold action, and continuous growth—both for the business and for your career.

Essential Functions

• Develop and lead sourcing strategies for aluminum extrusions and other assigned commodities in alignment with business goals and global market conditions.
• Conduct market research to identify and evaluate current and potential domestic and international suppliers based on total cost, quality, capability, and capacity.
• Generate and maintain various top management flash reports and monthly market overview reports on key commodities.
• Manage supplier negotiations focused on long-term value: pricing, terms, payment schedules, rebates, lead times, and risk mitigation.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with key suppliers; drive continuous improvement via performance reviews, scorecards, and structured feedback.
• Analyze cost structures, supply chain risks, and industry dynamics to drive sourcing decisions and strategic initiatives.
• Partner closely with engineering, manufacturing, and quality teams to ensure timely and specification-compliant delivery of materials.
• Lead sourcing events (RFPs, RFQs) and oversee contracts to ensure total cost optimization and performance assurance.
• Project manage Sourcing and VA/VE projects to implementation
• Monitor inventory levels and internal purchasing tendencies to coordinate with internal stakeholders to ensure supply continuity and support cost reduction targets.
• Champion process improvements and implement tools that enhance procurement efficiency and transparency.
• Ensure compliance with internal processes, SOX requirements, and procurement best practices.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain, Mechanical Engineering, Business Administration, or related field required; MBA or certifications (e.g., CPSM, CPIM) preferred.
• Minimum of 5–7 years of sourcing or commodity management experience in a manufacturing environment, with a strong emphasis on aluminum extrusions and steel items.
• Demonstrated success negotiating with both domestic and international suppliers.
• Strong technical knowledge of sourcing systems, procurement processes, and cost structures.
• Demonstrated strong project management skills
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and ERP/MRP systems (JDE experience is a plus).
• Ability to synthesize complex data into clear insights and actions.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and negotiation skills.
• Comprehension of market dynamics and ability to translate the information into meaningful language.
• Advanced Excel and PowerPoint skills, MS Office Proficiency, MRP, JDE.
• Strong initiative and ability to thrive in a fast-paced, remote work environment.
• Travel may be required up to 35% for supplier visits and strategic meetings.

Performance Milestones

• First 90 Days:
• Gain full understanding of commodity spend and supplier landscape
• Begin building relationships with key suppliers and internal stakeholders
• Align on immediate cost and improvement goals
• First 6 Months:
• Deliver a 12-month category strategy
• Identify and launch key value-engineering or cost-reduction initiatives
• Support supplier performance scorecards initiatives and QBRs
• First Year:
• Own and lead aluminum extrusion sourcing strategy across the organization
• Lead strategic projects delivering measurable cost savings
• Build a project pipeline for ongoing improvements and risk mitigation
• Meet individual objectives for the year including savings targets

The AZEK Company was acquired by James Hardie.

James Hardie is the industry leader in exterior home and outdoor living solutions, with brands including Hardie®, TimberTech®, AZEK® Exteriors, Versatex®, fermacell®, and StruXure®. With 8,000+ employees worldwide, we’re united by our purpose of Building a Better Future for All™ through sustainable innovation, a Zero Harm culture, and a commitment to empowering our people and communities. For more information, visit The AZEK Company’s acquisition by James Hardie, we remain committed to providing fair and equitable employment experience for all candidates.

Join us in shaping the future of our business!

Please kindly apply through LinkedIn or SINBON Career website.

Summary: The Global Commodity Sourcing Specialist is responsible for protecting revenue and executing gross margin improvements. Support the supply chain plan for all new products and assist evolving/improving the supply chain for existing products. Support key relationships across the supply chain and contribute through the Sourcing strategy to our Gross Margin contribution from our supply chain.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Sourcing suppliers and maintaining long-lasting relationships with them as well as existing suppliers.
• Assist in supplier selection processes in alignment with business partners and assist with contract negotiations up to final authorization.
• Execute RFQ process using electronic system, obtaining quotes from different suppliers.
• Conduct the cost BOM analysis to ensure the cost BOM integrity and accuracy and identify the key components to develop the cost driving strategy.
• Continuous learning and development of product knowledge and process methodologies driving innovation and continuous improvement. Work with Operations, Business Groups and Stakeholders to identify new areas of process improvement
• Work closely with the R&D and Operations Departments, communicate the preferred supply base capabilities, and support their technical evaluation of opportunities for cost, manufacturability, and scalability.
• Responsible for promoting early supplier engagement and execution of a sustainable supply chain that aligns with the overall company strategies
• Support strategic direction and supply requirements, corporate business objectives and priorities in executing global and regional short term and long-term supply roadmap.
• Direct and execute initiatives that support aggressive improvements in supplier quality, total cost effectiveness, enhanced service levels, improved coordination, delivery, pricing, lead-times, payment, risk compliance and other areas as identified.
• Source, support, and drive alternate component qualification through engineering and quality teams.
• Conduct supplier market analysis and understand supplier's product portfolio
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Education and Experience Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in administration, logistics, supply chain or related field is preferred.
• Experiences with electronics Components Sourcing is preferred
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, engineering specifications for material
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software.
• Proven experience in sourcing processes.

Competencies and Abilities:

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent interpersonal, negotiation, and conflict resolution skills.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent time management skills with a proven ability to meet deadlines.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to act with integrity, professionalism, and confidentiality.
• Strong negotiation skills.
• Sound time-management and organizational skills.
• Self-motivated and a team player

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Work Location: Dayton, Ohio

Part of the Interparfums group founded in 1982, Interparfums USA develops, manufactures and distributes prestige fragrances as the exclusive worldwide licensee for Abercrombie & Fitch, Anna Sui, DKNY, Donna Karan, Dunhill, Graff, GUESS, Hollister, MCM, Oscar de la Renta, Roberto Cavalli, Salvatore Ferragamo and Ungaro. Through its global distribution network, the Company’s products are sold in over 120 countries.

The Senior Manager, Packaging Development & Sourcing will manage, develop and launch new product and packaging solutions into the market, in addition to cost-saving initiatives and continuous improvement opportunities. This role may manage direct reports at the Jr Manager or Manager level.

To succeed in this role, you will have a technical background in packaging engineering, understand various fragrance packaging materials and configurations, and are able to execute multiple projects at once. Prior people management experience is required.

This position is based in office from Mondays-Thursdays, and remote on Fridays.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage packaging solutions for up to two brands, providing comprehensive feasibility and influencing of each concept in terms of manufacturability, cost of goods, investments, and preliminary lead times
• Work with outside vendor and subcontracting partners to define specifications, design criteria, quality parameters, and expectations from component production through filing and assembly
• Responsible for recommendation of sourcing and supply chain strategy within a global portfolio of vendors
• Ensure all programs meet the needs of the Brand while maintaining design, quality, cost, functionality, manufacturability objectives, and on time delivery
• Evaluate risks and develop clear mitigation plans to the Operations team
• Drive innovation by presenting new packaging concepts, technologies, and market trends both within and outside o the industry to continuously support innovation
• Support on-going business to ensure stock coverage
• Coach and develop direct reports.
• Perform other related duties as assigned

Education/Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Packaging Engineering or related field
• 5+ years of packaging development or engineering experience within Fragrance/Cosmetics/CPG industries
• Prior people management experience.

Required Skills

• Relevant understanding of packaging manufacturing, contract manufacturing production processes
• Technical competency and materials knowledge including but not limited to: injection molding, glass forming and decoration, dispensing systems, folding carton/rigid box design
• Excellent communication skills, including written, verbal, and presentation; comfortable and credible with both internal and external partners
• Self-starter who will thrive in fast-paced, dynamic environment
• Possess a strong sense of urgency and ability to multi-task and pivot

We Offer

• The salary range for this position is $160,000 – $190,000 annually, commensurable with skills, experience, and qualifications
• Bonus opportunity based on personal and business performance
• Robust healthcare, insurance, and benefit options
• Paid time off policies including vacation, personal, holiday, and sick days
• 401K plus company match
• Options to support development, including complimentary access to LinkedIn Learning
• An entrepreneurial career with a dynamic environment where all voices are heard and appreciated
• Low hierarchy with high visibility to C-Suite on a regular basis
• A growing company with a proven track record of solid financial stability

Interparfums USA, LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to providing fair and equitable employment opportunities in compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local laws.