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Supply Manager, Sourcing, Raw & Direct Materials, Manufacturing

Denver CO.

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Competitive Salary [about $116K] Bonus, Full & Comprehensive Benefits, World Class Manufacturer

The Category Manager – Direct Materials is accountable for developing and executing sourcing strategies that optimize cost, quality, and supply continuity across s operations. This role leads complex, multi‑facility sourcing initiatives; drives supplier performance and capability development; and partners closely with R&D, Product Management, and operations teams to deliver measurable business results.

• Do you have experience sourcing raw or direct materials for manufacturing plants?

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Sourcing & Category Performance

• Develop and execute data‑driven sourcing strategies for resale product categories to improve cost structure, mitigate risk, and enhance supplier value.
• Build and maintain robust should‑cost models to guide negotiations, evaluate pricing proposals, and support long‑term cost optimization.
• Deliver year‑over‑year cost savings through structured negotiations, supplier workshops, competitive bidding, value engineering, and supply‑base rationalization.
• Monitor and report category performance using monthly scorecards, KPIs, and executive‑level updates.

Project & Supplier Management

• Lead multi‑functional project teams—spanning R&D, Product Management, Operations, Finance, and Quality—to qualify new suppliers, onboard new products, and support product innovation initiatives.
• Drive supplier development programs to enhance supplier capabilities, improve quality, and ensure long‑term alignment with business objectives.
• Manage contracts across the resale category, ensuring compliance, performance tracking, and timely renewals.
• Identify and implement process improvements that streamline supply chain operations and eliminate inefficiencies.

Cross‑Functional Collaboration & Stakeholder Engagement

• Serve as the primary commercial interface for internal stakeholders across facilities, ensuring seamless communication, alignment, and timely issue resolution.
• Partner with R&D and Product Managers to evaluate alternative materials, support new product development, and enable sustainable sourcing decisions.

Risk Management & Supply Continuity

• Ensure uninterrupted supply of resale products to facilities by proactively identifying risks, developing contingency plans, and maintaining strong supplier relationships.
• Conduct root‑cause analyses for supply disruptions and lead corrective‑action initiatives in partnership with suppliers and internal teams.

Qualifications

Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree required.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in supply chain or related experience, 3 of which should be experience sourcing with a major organization.
• CPSM certification desirable.

Technical Skills

• Demonstrated experience with should‑cost modeling and cost‑analysis techniques.
• Strong contract negotiation skills, working knowledge of contract development, contract law.
• Working knowledge of commodity management principles and e‑sourcing tools.
• Experience with SAP/similar ERP system; proficient: Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook.

Leadership & Soft Skills

• Proven ability to manage supplier relationships and lead cross‑functional projects to successful outcomes.
• Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills, including presenting to non‑technical audiences.
• Strong analytical, strategic‑thinking, and problem‑solving abilities.
• Proactive, collaborative approach with openness to feedback, mentoring, and continuous improvement.

Skills and Certifications [note: bold skills and certification are required]

Experience managing $20M in spend

Contract experience. Sourcing direct materials for a manufacturing company

Candidate Details: 5+ to 7 years’ experience

Seniority Level – Associate/Management Experience Required - No

Minimum Education - Bachelor's Degree

Screening Questions:

Do you have experience sourcing raw or direct materials for manufacturing plants?

Ideal Candidate: Candidate must come from another manufacturing company where they are sourcing raw or direct materials.

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Bill Marek - CEO

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Job Title: Transportation Planner / Supply Planner I

Location: Wichita, KS 67202

Duration: 3 Months Contract

Schedule: Monday – Friday: 7:30 AM – 4:30 PM OR 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM

Pay: $24/hr.

NEED LOCAL CANDIDATES ONLY

Job Summary

The Planner I (Transportation Planner) will support supply chain and transportation operations by coordinating day-to-day packaged truck deliveries and assisting with long-term supply planning strategies. The role focuses on shipment tracking, carrier coordination, inventory planning support, and maintaining high customer service standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Track and trace daily packaged truck deliveries for the Food Enterprise.
• Coordinate shipment tracking and provide updates to internal teams and external stakeholders.
• Communicate risks and ensure timely pickup and delivery requirements are met.
• Plan and manage day-to-day packaged truck deliveries for the Salt business unit.
• Support carrier utilization, scheduling, cost reporting, and service reporting.
• Work with Sales and Supply Chain teams to determine best delivery options for customer requirements.
• Tender and manage transportation orders in SAP using tiered carrier rankings.
• Manage orders from assigned plants and public warehouses.
• Build loads, monitor unrouted orders, and coordinate ship and delivery schedules.
• Handle customer add-ons, changes, and broken loads.
• Log and approve carrier invoiced costs.
• Assist with:
• Cycle stock and safety stock planning
• Inventory planning metric targets
• Requirements planning and long-term supply planning
• Escalate complex issues while handling basic operational tasks under supervision.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Logistics, Supply Chain, Transportation, Business, or a related field

OR equivalent experience.

• Typically 2+ years of related experience

OR 4 years of relevant work experience in supply chain or transportation operations

Job Title: Supply Chain Associate I

Location: Monmouth Junction, NJ 08852

Duration: 09+ Months

Job Description:

• This is an entry-level Supply Chain Associate role, ideal for recent graduates (0–2 years’ experience).
• The position supports core supply chain activities such as inventory management, forecasting, planning, and order management, while working closely with cross-functional teams.
• It offers hands-on exposure to supply chain operations, reporting systems, and continuous improvement projects.
• Candidates should have strong analytical and Excel skills, attention to detail, and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Provides excellent learning and growth opportunities within supply chain organization.

Community healthcare facility looking bring on Supply Chain Director! Bonus Incentives and Relocation!

Responsible for the daily operations of all supply chain functions conducted in the facility. Functions include inventory management, vendor relationship management, and managing supply expense. Integrate the department’s services with the facilities primary functions, develop/implement policies and procedures that guide or support services, assess and improve department performance, and ensure orientation and continuing education of departmental staff.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree preferably in Business Management, Finance, Accounting, Logistics, Supply Chain, or healthcare related focus
• Master’s degree a plus
• 3+ years in a healthcare supply chain leadership setting
• Certified Materials and Resources Professional (CMRP)

We are a well-established custom home builder in Ocean City, Maryland seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Project Manager & Estimator to join our team. This role is ideal for someone with strong residential construction experience who enjoys managing projects from start to finish and working closely with homeowners to bring their vision to life. This role requires a detail- oriented professional who thrives on organization, communication, and seeing projects through from start to finish.

Responsibilities:

• Prepare accurate and detailed cost estimates and proposals for custom homes, remodels and renovations
• Manage multiple projects from pre-construction through completion
• Coordinate with clients, subcontractors, suppliers, and field staff
• Review and negotiate bids, contracts, and change orders
• Ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to high-quality standards
• Track progress, manage schedules, and resolve issues as they arise

Qualifications:

• Proven experience as an estimator, project manager, or in a similar role within residential construction
• Ability to read and interpret blueprints and architectural plans
• Strong knowledge of construction processes, materials, and building codes
• Proficiency with estimating software, project management tools and Microsoft Exell,
• Word, Outlook and ADOBE
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills
• Highly organized, detail-oriented, and able to manage multiple priorities
• Self-motivated with the ability to work independently and as part of a team

We Offer:

• Competitive salary based on experience
• Opportunities for career growth with a respected custom home builder
• Supportive, team-oriented work environment
• The chance to be part of creating exceptional, one-of-a-kind homes.

If you’re passionate about construction, committed to excellence, and ready to take ownership of

exciting custom home projects, we’d love to hear from you.

Position Summary

The Fencing Supply Group is seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Supply Chain Program Manager – TREX to oversee and optimize our end-to-end supply chain operations.

This role encompasses three critical disciplines: Inventory Management (including forecasting, inventory optimization, and purchasing), Category Procurement/Sourcing Management, and Project Management. A distinguishing aspect of this position is the emphasis on relationship management—our key supplier partnership for this expanding vertical is a strategic relationship where the supplier is also a valued partner and, in many respects, a customer. This role requires a customer-service mindset applied to supplier engagement, ensuring that interactions are collaborative, responsive, and focused on mutual long-term success.

The ideal candidate will lead strategic sourcing initiatives for a specific category, manage inventory performance across our branch network, drive planning excellence by collaborating with SIOP, forecasting, inventory optimization/leveling and capacity planning. This individual will need to apply project management discipline to deliver cross-functional supply chain initiatives on time and within scope.

Critically, this person must possess excellent customer service skills and the ability to build and sustain high-trust relationships with strategic partners where the line between supplier and customer is intentionally blurred. This position requires 3–5+ years of progressive experience in supply chain management, strong analytical and system skills, and the ability to collaborate across functions to drive measurable results.

Key Responsibilities

1. Inventory Management, Forecasting & Purchasing

• Develop and execute strategies to optimize inventory levels across multiple product categories while balancing working capital, service levels, and cost.
• Partner with cross-functionally to track capital tied up in inventory and recommend initiatives to improve working capital efficiency.
• Monitor and manage key inventory performance metrics (turns, days on hand, obsolescence, write-offs) to achieve company targets.
• Ensure proper inventory controls, audits, and cycle counting processes are in place.
• Develop and maintain accurate demand forecasts to execute procurement and distribution planning for this growing product line.
• Lead capacity planning efforts to ensure supplier and logistics capabilities meet current and future demand.
• Oversee purchasing activities to ensure cost-effective sourcing and timely replenishment of materials.
• Coordinate deliveries to FSG branches to maintain proper inventory levels and support operational needs.
• Collaborate with branch leadership to forecast demand and address local inventory challenges.

2. Category Procurement, Sourcing & Supplier Relationship Management

• Develop and execute category strategies for key spend areas, including negotiation and contract management.
• Conduct market analysis and benchmarking to identify cost-saving opportunities and mitigate supply risk.
• Build and manage strategic supplier relationships with a customer-service mindset, treating key supplier as valued partner. Drive performance through scorecards, business reviews, and continuous improvement initiatives while ensuring interactions are responsive, collaborative, and focused on mutual success.
• Serve as the primary point of contact for strategic supplier partner, ensuring a high level of service, responsiveness, and trust. Negotiate favorable terms, resolve delivery issues, and proactively communicate to strengthen the partnership.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders and support Sales Staff to align sourcing strategies with business objectives and product requirements.
• Track and report on KPIs including cost savings, supplier performance, and contract compliance.
• Represent FSG as a partner of choice by maintaining excellent communication, reliability, and professionalism in all supplier interactions—ensuring suppliers view FSG as a preferred customer they want to prioritize.
• Champion a “supplier-as-customer” philosophy across the organization, ensuring that strategic partners receive the same level of service, attention, and respect that FSG provides to its own customers.

3. Project Management

• Lead and manage cross-functional supply chain projects from initiation through completion, ensuring alignment with strategic objectives.
• Define project scope, timelines, milestones, resource requirements, and deliverables for supply chain initiatives.
• Apply project management methodologies (Agile, Waterfall, or hybrid) to plan, execute, monitor, and close projects effectively.
• Coordinate with internal teams (Operations, Finance, IT, Sales) and external partners to drive project execution and remove roadblocks.
• Track project progress, manage risks and issues, and communicate status to stakeholders and senior leadership.
• Lead projects to digitize and modernize supply chain workflows, including system implementations and process improvements.
• Manage change management efforts associated with new processes, tools, and systems.

4. Planning & S&OP

• Align with SIOP Lead to balance demand and supply effectively.
• Translate demand and sales plans into actionable supply plans to help optimize inventory while helping grow a new product line.
• Provide insights and recommendations to senior leadership regarding supply chain risks, opportunities, and trade-offs.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives in supply chain processes, systems, and analytics.

5. Data, Systems & Analytics

• Leverage Infor ERP for supply chain execution, data integrity, and planning accuracy.
• Develop and execute monthly purchases.
• Develop dashboards and reporting in Microsoft Power BI to track KPIs, forecast accuracy, and branch performance.
• Use advanced analytics to identify gaps, support decision-making, and recommend corrective actions.

Qualifications

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Industrial Engineering, or related field required.
• Master’s degree or APICS/CSCP certification preferred.
• PMP, CAPM, or equivalent project management certification preferred.

Experience

• Minimum 3–5 years of progressive experience in supply chain management, with emphasis on inventory management, SIOP, forecasting, demand planning, and capacity planning.
• Demonstrated experience in strategic sourcing, category management, and supplier relationship management.
• Proven track record of leading cross-functional projects with defined scope, timelines, and measurable outcomes.
• Experience with purchasing and branch distribution support is highly preferred.
• Experience managing strategic supplier partnerships where relationship management and customer service principles are applied to supplier engagement.

Technical Skills

• Proficiency with Infor ERP and Microsoft Power BI (required)
• Advanced Excel/analytical tools for forecasting, modeling, and scenario planning
• Strong knowledge of supply chain metrics and financial levers impacting working capital
• Familiarity with project management tools (e.g., Microsoft Project, Smartsheet, Asana, or similar).

Soft Skills

• Strong leadership, communication, and cross-functional collaboration skills.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage competing priorities.
• Analytical mindset with problem-solving capabilities and continuous improvement orientation.
• Excellent organizational skills with attention to detail and ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Strong negotiation and stakeholder management skills.
• Excellent customer service orientation with the ability to build and maintain high-trust, long-term relationships with strategic partners and suppliers.
• Interpersonal maturity and emotional intelligence to navigate complex relationships where partners serve dual roles as both suppliers and customers.

• Do you want to earn $20.50/hour?
• Do you enjoy fast-paced independent work?
• Do you enjoy working outside and in your community?
• Are you customer service and safety-obsessed?

• Must be at least 21 years old and eligible to work in the U.S.
• High-school diploma (or equivalent)
• Lift packages up to 50 lbs
• Must have a valid driver's license
• Must be free of major accidents or major driving infractions
• Full Time: Must be able to work 10-hour days, 4 days a week
• Part Time: Must be able to work 10-hour days and weekends
• All applicants must be able to work weekends and holidays

• Professional growth: We offer career growth opportunities such as moving into Lead Driver, Dispatcher, or Operations Manager roles, DOT certification opportunities, and professional development coaching and training!
• Team environment: A fun, fast-paced, and supportive company culture that focuses on winning together!
• Independence: Spend the majority of your day on the road delivering smiles to customers in your community!
• Stay active: You'll be on the move during your shift as you deliver packages from the delivery vehicle to the customer's doorstep!

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.

Outside Sales – Industrial Supply

Productivity’s Industrial Supply group supports our customers by improving their business efficiency and performance with our wide range of Industrial Supply products, application knowledge, and comprehensive inventory management solutions.

As an Industrial Supply Outside Sales Rep, your mission is to build strong customer relationships, serve as a trusted advisor on Industrial Supply solutions, and expand our market presence in your territory. You’ll help businesses run better by getting them the right products at the right time—with confidence and expertise.

What Winning Looks Like

• Territory Growth: You consistently bring in new business through cold outreach, referrals, and strategic networking. Your pipeline stays full and moving.
• Customer Loyalty: Clients view you as a go-to partner, not just a vendor. They know your name, trust your knowledge, and value your service.
• Increased Sales: You grow sales through a mix of account management and new customer acquisition.
• Product Expertise: You confidently recommend the best products for your customers’ needs and stay sharp on what's new in the industry.

Skills Needed to Win

• Strong Sales DNA: You're proactive, persistent, and you know how to close. B2B or industrial sales experience is a big plus.
• Relationship-Builder: You connect well with people at all levels—from purchasing managers, plant managers, safety directors, maintenance supervisors and so on.
• Industry Know-How: Familiarity with Industrial Supply products—abrasives, personal protective equipment, adhesives, filters, and other MRO products.
• Self-Motivated: You thrive working independently, managing your schedule, and owning your success.
• Road Warrior: You’re comfortable being on the road, visiting customers, and meeting customers face-to-face. Potentially 1-2 overnights monthly. Valid driver’s license and clean driving record required.

Why this job? 

• Salary ranging from $70,000 to $90,000, depending on qualifications and experience, with a transition to commission-based earnings. Total annual compensation has the potential to be greater.
• Comprehensive Medical, Dental, Vision, Short Term Disability, Long Term Disability, and Life Insurance – from Day One of Employment 
• 401k with Match 
• Strong growth opportunity within a dynamic and expanding company

Why our company? 

Productivity is known for impressive customer service and uncompromising integrity within our industry.  That reputation is only achieved by hiring the right people, fostering a respectful work environment, providing excellent customer service, and acting with integrity where our employees are concerned.  As a longstanding leader in our industry, we’re constantly evolving and expanding, offering countless growth opportunities for our dedicated employees.  We staunchly support Equal Employment Opportunities for all our employees and applicants. 

Elevate your career with Productivity, Inc – where your growth is our priority!

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OLH Technical Services, LLC, a subsidiary of Three Saints Bay, LLC, and a Federal Government Contractor industry leader, is seeking a Program Manager - Aviation Supply Support.

Position Responsibilities:

• Communicates with the customer to provide status and accept communication, guidance, or direction. Works with the customer on a daily basis as required, to ensure currency for specific areas of responsibility and provides a simplified weekly update. Provides analysis, process recommendations, and performs management support.
• Performs problem solving via coordination for forward deployed TARP Reps, eRMS monitoring/activity assignment management, including deployments, task order/cost proposal management, subcontract management, training plan management, SITSUM preparation, Marine Corps Command liaison including special reporting, operations management meeting agenda/facilitation.
• Participates in TARP Field Team Brief Presentations, VTCs/phone calls as requested/needed.
• Provides support for Mobile Node Operations (set up, operations, ATAC coordination, compliance with local country laws, and reporting), travel controls and management, warehouse lease management plus related packaging and container supplies management and overseas personnel contact management.

Position Requirements:

• SECRET Clearance
• Minimum of Bachelor's degree.
• 15 years' of related work experience that must include program manager duties in supply systems and/or logistics programs.
• Must be able to manage a program with approximately 60 personnel in a fluid operational environment.

VEVRAA Federal Contractor

Three Saints Bay, LLC and its subsidiaries offer a team-oriented working environment and the opportunity to work with exceptional, dedicated industry professionals. We offer our employees a comprehensive benefits package and the opportunity to take part in exciting projects with government and commercial clients, both domestic and international.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. We invite resumes from all interested parties without regard to race, color, sex, sexual preference, religion, creed, national origin, age, genetic information, marital or veteran status, disability, or any other category protected by federal, state, or local law.