Monday, 30 July 2012

Center of the Plate Buyer

Details: CATEGORY MANAGER/CENTER OF THE PLATE BUYERThe Center of the Plate Category Manager is responsible for maintaining multi-line product replenishment from vendors and suppliers at competitive market pricing. Achieve established gross profit levels while maintaining a competitive cost basis through negotiation and relationship development.PurchasingPerformance Foodservice ? PFG Victoria, TXExperience:Four year degree or equivalent combination of training and experience.Must have a minimum of three years foodservice purchasing experience and at least one year specific to COP items. Thorough knowledge of purchasing and asset management practices.Position Responsibilities:Effectively manage turn of product and minimize spoilage. Maintain high service levels to our customers and minimize aged inventory and inventory turns. Negotiate with suppliers to meet customer and market demands. Identify and spend at least 30% of time working with sales associates with the lowest penetration rate in the COP categories assigned. Measure and increase penetration rates. Use Void Matrix to identify customers not currently buying COP categories assigned and takes steps to measure and increase new account product placement. Training of the sales force at sales meetings, new hire classes and remedial training. Interface with other buyers, warehousing staff and all other departments.Other Related Information:Works in an environment that requires team work and the ability to work independently to maintain required job parameters. Knowledge of AS400, Excel and Microsoft Word. Must have excellent verbal and written communication skills. Having a sense of urgency is critical. Must be able to analyze problems and help sales and customers develop solution.

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Retail Sales Associate-Purchasing/Sales Representative (Selling)

Details: Southern Park, Store # 330Youngstown, OHGold Buyers at the Mall, the nation’s largest retail gold buying company, is seeking outgoing, thoughtful and honest Retail Sales Associates who can abide by our values! In this exciting role, you will strive to coordinate store activities in a manner that maximizes sales, profits and overall customer satisfaction. The Retail Sales Associate will make every effort to achieve their store’s planned performance indicators, including total buy dollars, buys per day, flyers per day, average dollars per buy and payroll hours.            We are seeking responsible, accurate and thorough individuals who will ensure that all legal paperwork is filled out correctly, confirming that all government guidelines and regulations are abided by. If you are one who follows instructions well, completes tasks on time and takes responsibility for your own actions, then Gold Buyers at the Mall may be the right place for you to pursue or continue your retail sales career! Retail Sales Associate - Purchasing / Sales Representative (Selling)  Job ResponsibilitiesAs a Retail Sales Associate, you will perform customer engagements by greeting and interacting with customers when not processing a buy. You will also maintain a high-level of customer service by ensuring that service standards are high and complaints from customers are resolved quickly.  Additional responsibilities for the Retail Sales Associate include: Verifying gold weight Re-testing gold Ensuring your paid price is within store range Following company shipping guidelines at all times Implementing safety and shrink best practices  Retail Sales Associate - Purchasing / Sales Representative (Selling)

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Pricing Analyst

Details: Interest Category: Business Operations/Admin/ITJob Description: URS Corporation - a FORTUNE 500 Company - is a fully integrated engineering, construction and technical services organization with the capabilities to support every stage of the project life cycle. We offer a full range of program management; planning, design and engineering; systems engineering and technical assistance; construction and construction management; operations and maintenance; and decommissioning and closure services.URS provides these services for the U.S. federal government, national governments of other countries, state and local government agencies in the United States and internationally, FORTUNE 500 companies and other multinational corporations. We have approximately 45,000 employees in a network of offices in more than 30 countries. The Company's business is focused on four key market sectors: Federal, Infrastructure, Power, and Industrial & Commercial.We are seeking a Pricing Analyst to support activities associated with the development of cost/price proposals for our Germantown, Maryland office.Essential Responsibilities:1. Analyze solicitations to determine proposal requirements. 2. Support senior pricing personnel in conducting pricing strategy meetings.3. Interface with Operations, Business Development and Functional Support groups to obtain/develop data necessary for developing prices or other components of a cost/price volume. 4. Support senior pricing personnel in the development of complex cost/price proposals. Support involves cost model development, cost narrative writing and assistance with other cost/price volume requirements.5. Ensure cost/price proposals are developed in accordance with the Company Pricing Guide and other policies and procedures.6. Assume responsibility as the Cost Volume Manager for cost/price proposals of limited complexity. 7. Support senior pricing personnel in conducting internal proposal reviews (Pink/Red Teams, Sign Offs, etc.).8. Perform quality assurance reviews to ensure that cost/price proposal components are accurate and responsive to solicitation requirements. Perform all other position related duties as assigned or requested.

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AT&T Senior Strategic Pricing Manager, Mobility- Atlanta, GA

Details: The Senior Strategic Pricing Manager's primary responsibility is to maximize profitable revenue through analysis of strategic marketing efforts and effective product pricing.  As SME on date browse and messaging product pricing, this role collaborates with various marketing groups and cross-functional teams to identify profitable marketing opportunities and develop models to optimize revenues and margins.Additional Responsibilities:     Provide financial and marketing analysis including business case development for new products and services Develop pricing models for various data products ensuring models include value drivers and reflect current and future business trends Coordinate with Product Marketing teams to develop product pricing strategy Present analysis and recommendations to management and executive leadership Conduct post launch analysis to determine pricing performance Evaluate market and competitive pricing actions and formulate responsesPrepare reports with key metrics Supervises: No Requirements:  Required Qualifications:Two or more year’s Marketing- or Finance-related or other relevant experience Strong financial and analytical skills Strong Modeling Skills (MS Excel) Strong Ability to perform in a quickly changing, time-sensitive environment with great attention to detail Excellent organization, prioritization, and time management skills needed Solid understanding of wireless products and services Excellent oral and written communication skillsDesired Qualifications:Pricing experienceBS/BA Finance, Marketing or related field AT&T is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer, and we are committed to hiring a diverse and talented workforce.  EOE/AA/M/F/D/V

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SubContract Administrator

Details: The Shaw Group provides premier engineering, design, construction, and maintenance services to government and private-sector clients in a wide array of industries, including the energy, environmental, infrastructure, and emergency response markets.Summary:Aids in the preparation of contractual provisions and the administration of contract proposals.Responsibilities:• Works closely with members of Project Management, Engineering and Construction disciplines to coordinate preparation of invitations to bid.• Performs proposal analyses, prepares bid evaluations, prepares award recommendations and negotiates subcontract agreements, prepares and administers subcontract agreements through final closeout.• Reviews and approves subcontractor's invoices. Participates with other project team members in regular meetings with subcontractors and assumes lead key role in handling commercial aspects of the subcontracts being executed.• Prepares regular activity reports. Assumes responsibility for following corporate procedures in the conduct of the work and oversees the work of several other administrators assigned to the project office.Qualifications/Competencies/Experience:• Federal Contracting Experience is required.• Strong knowledge of Federal Acquisition Regulations.• Typically has 7-15 years relevant experience.• Valid driver's license required.

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Senior Buyer-Consumables

Details: Category:  Merchandising Shopko is growing and we are looking for talented merchants to fill the Senior Buyer-Consumables opportunity. Let Shopko help you grow in the career that you have been looking for.The ideal candidate for a Senior Buyer position at Shopko is a visionary who will drive the sales and margin performance to plan, maintain product integrity from a product development perspective, merchandise selection, vendor relations, negotiations, and advertising. These positions will be responsible for a moderate to high dollar volume with multi-store buying experience. To be successful, the candidates will possess strong product development skills and strong financial acumen skills. A leader who functions well in a team environment and has experience in building a strong team is a must to succeed in this position.Company Profile: Shopko has been providing name-brand & value apparel, home décor, family basics, and seasonal merchandise, along with pharmacy and optometric services for 50 years. In early 2012, we announced the merger of Pamida with Shopko, growing Shopko to a $3 Billion company with almost 19,000 teammates. Now, we are able to reach more customers in more states than ever before. We have nearly 350 stores in 21 states throughout the Midwest, Mountain, Pacific Northwest, and Southern regions. Shopko continues to grow, while still maintaining a hometown feel in our small to mid-sized city markets. PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES: The primary responsibilities of this position will include driving the sales and margin performance to plan, maintaining product integrity from a product development perspective, merchandise selection, vendor relations, negotiations, and advertising. This position will be responsible for a moderate to high dollar volume with multi-store buying experience. The ideal candidate will possess strong product development skills and strong financial acumen skills. Someone who functions well in a team environment and has experience in building a strong team is a must to succeed in this position. REQUIRED:• Minimum of 3 years experience as a Buyer• 4 year degree or equivalent experience• High Performance individual• Computer/System Competency• Ability to establish plans, manage execution and drive for results• Exceptional communication, organizational and analytical skills• Strong negotiation skills• Ability to succeed in a team environment• Strong understanding and interpretation of Consumables is a must Shopko offers a professional team-oriented work environment, career advancement opportunities, competitive wages, & a comprehensive benefits package!If you are interested in this opportunity, please complete a candidate profile at www.shopko.com.Shopko is an Equal Opportunity Employer functioning under an Affirmative Action Plan m/f/d/v.*CB* *IND2012*

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Junior Assistant Buyer

Details: ZT Systems is one of America’s fastest growing private companies. With over 17 years of experience designing and building industry-leading computing products right here in the USA, we continue to expand our offering of innovative computing products featuring the latest technologies from industry leaders. ZT specializes in providing custom server solutions for the precision-fit data center. We believe in high quality products and exceeding customer expectations, with clientele ranging from Fortune 1000 companies and leading research universities to consumers and small businesses. Here at ZT Systems, we recognize leaders and talent, and we truly believe that behind every quality product is a team of quality individuals.  JOB SUMMARY:  The Junior Assistant Buyer will report to the Manager of Purchasing and assist with tasks related to procurement. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:  The Junior Assistant Buyer will serve a critical role to ensure that basic procurement requirements are met. Additionally, they will help achieve departmental and company goals as related to efficiency, inventory optimization, and cost savings within the procurement department SCOPE OF RESPONSIBILITY: Process forecasts and work with vendors to place orders Follow up on orders to ensure that materials are shipped and delivered according to schedule Maintain records and files of purchases, shipments, and related matters Maintain data files of inventory goods' descriptions Resolve issues related to purchase order, shipment, pricing, and invoice discrepancies Help monitor market trends and conditions Research, collect and analyze market data Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned  MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: BA/BS Degree in Purchasing or Procurement or relevant field 1+ year of procurement experience Strong negotiation skills Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills Ability to prioritize workload and possess excellent multi-tasking skills Must be able to work independently and as a team player Great attention to detail and ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment Proficient in Microsoft Office applications ZT Systems is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against otherwise qualified applicants on the basis of race, color, creed color, creed, religion, ancestry, age, sex, marital status, national origin, disability or handicap, or veteran status.

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SubContract Administrator

Details: The Shaw Group provides premier engineering, design, construction, and maintenance services to government and private-sector clients in a wide array of industries, including the energy, environmental, infrastructure, and emergency response markets.Summary:Aids in the preparation of contractual provisions and the administration of contract proposals.Responsibilities:• Works closely with members of Project Management, Engineering and Construction disciplines to coordinate preparation of invitations to bid.• Performs proposal analyses, prepares bid evaluations, prepares award recommendations and negotiates subcontract agreements, prepares and administers subcontract agreements through final closeout.• Reviews and approves subcontractor's invoices. Participates with other project team members in regular meetings with subcontractors and assumes lead key role in handling commercial aspects of the subcontracts being executed.• Prepares regular activity reports. Assumes responsibility for following corporate procedures in the conduct of the work and oversees the work of several other administrators assigned to the project office.Qualifications/Competencies/Experience:• Federal Contracting Experience is required.• Strong knowledge of Federal Acquisition Regulations.• Typically has 7-15 years relevant experience.• Valid driver's license required.

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Purchasing Manager

Details: Classification:  Purchasing Compensation:  DOE A West Michigan company is looking for a Purchasing Manager!The Purchasing Manager is responsible for searching for the highest quality merchandise at the lowest possible price.Evaluate suppliers, based on cost, quality, and service. The successful candidate must maintain a preferred supplier list. In addition, any other duties assigned by the Operations Manager.

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Sr. Pricing Analyst

Details: Sr. Pricing Analyst  Uline – Shipping Supply Specialists Uline is a leading North American distributor of shipping, packaging and industrial supplies. Founded in 1980, the family-owned business has experienced continuous growth over the years. Today, we employ over 2,800 bright, career-minded individuals across the U.S., Mexico and Canada. At Uline, we're energetic and passionate about what we do. Because of our continued expansion, we seek qualified candidates who share our vision, values and commitment to superior customer service. Uline seeks a Sr. Pricing Analyst at its Corporate Headquarters in Pleasant Prairie, Wisconsin (south of Milwaukee). POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES  Manage pricing and costs for one of Uline’s major product categories. Work with product managers to create forward thinking pricing strategies for new and existing products. Continually evaluate competitors and Uline’s position relative to the marketplace. Monitor cost and raw material fluctuations. Develop an understanding of product manufacturing and distribution costs. Evaluate price relationships between products.  MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS  Bachelor's degree, MBA preferred. 5+ years experience. Microsoft Office expertise, especially in Excel and Access. Solid organizational, communication and multi-tasking skills a must.  BENEFITS  Complete insurance coverage – medical, dental, vision, life. 401(k) with company match. Generous paid time off. Tuition reimbursement. 3 bonus programs.  Please visit www.uline.com/jobs to learn more about our job openings and benefits package.

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Materials & Planning Manager

Details: Toshiba International Corporation (TIC) is a Toshiba America Inc. Group Company, a wholly owned subsidiary of Toshiba Corporation. Due to growth, we are presently seeking to hire a Materials & Planning Manager at our headquarters in HOUSTON, TX (relocation assistance may be offered).The Materials & Planning Manager is responsible for managing procurement activities, shop floor control, capacity planning, inventory control, and material handling as well as the overall management of the Production Planning function within their respective plant. These functions include; creating and maintaining a master schedule, managing the supply chain initiative and developing the plants inventory and production plan.   KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: Mange all procurement activities to meet the Plant objectives in cost downs, production requirement, and expense controls. Oversee short & long range production plan in respect to shop capacity, lean manufacturing, availability of components and inventory levels. Supervise purchasing and planning activities, packaging, receiving, and inventory control. Create department objectives to support the Control Plant objectives. Create operational policies and procedures. Promote good cooperation and teamwork effort within and outside the immediate scope of responsibilities. Travel:  15% to 25%

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Materials & Planning Manager

Details: Toshiba International Corporation (TIC) is a Toshiba America Inc. Group Company, a wholly owned subsidiary of Toshiba Corporation. Due to growth, we are presently seeking to hire a Materials & Planning Manager at our headquarters in HOUSTON, TX (relocation assistance may be offered).The Materials & Planning Manager is responsible for managing procurement activities, shop floor control, capacity planning, inventory control, and material handling as well as the overall management of the Production Planning function within their respective plant. These functions include; creating and maintaining a master schedule, managing the supply chain initiative and developing the plants inventory and production plan.   KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: Mange all procurement activities to meet the Plant objectives in cost downs, production requirement, and expense controls. Oversee short & long range production plan in respect to shop capacity, lean manufacturing, availability of components and inventory levels. Supervise purchasing and planning activities, packaging, receiving, and inventory control. Create department objectives to support the Control Plant objectives. Create operational policies and procedures. Promote good cooperation and teamwork effort within and outside the immediate scope of responsibilities. Travel:  15% to 25%

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Sr. Pricing Analyst

Details: Sr. Pricing Analyst  Uline – Shipping Supply Specialists Uline is a leading North American distributor of shipping, packaging and industrial supplies. Founded in 1980, the family-owned business has experienced continuous growth over the years. Today, we employ over 2,800 bright, career-minded individuals across the U.S., Mexico and Canada. At Uline, we're energetic and passionate about what we do. Because of our continued expansion, we seek qualified candidates who share our vision, values and commitment to superior customer service. Uline seeks a Sr. Pricing Analyst at its Corporate Headquarters in Pleasant Prairie, Wisconsin (south of Milwaukee). POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES  Manage pricing and costs for one of Uline’s major product categories. Work with product managers to create forward thinking pricing strategies for new and existing products. Continually evaluate competitors and Uline’s position relative to the marketplace. Monitor cost and raw material fluctuations. Develop an understanding of product manufacturing and distribution costs. Evaluate price relationships between products.  MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS  Bachelor's degree, MBA preferred. 5+ years experience. Microsoft Office expertise, especially in Excel and Access. Solid organizational, communication and multi-tasking skills a must.  BENEFITS  Complete insurance coverage – medical, dental, vision, life. 401(k) with company match. Generous paid time off. Tuition reimbursement. 3 bonus programs.  Please visit www.uline.com/jobs to learn more about our job openings and benefits package.

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Supplier Quality Engineer_Nacelles_Brighton, CO

Details: Supplier Quality EngineerPlans and conducts activities concerned with the quality assurance of industrial processes, materials, and products by performing the following duties. Vestas Nacelles America, Inc.Production Quality DepartmentBrighton, Colorado                                                             Responsibilities   The Supplier Quality Engineer will support the overall Production Quality and Operations Management System. Resolves quality issues with supplier as quickly as possible.  This is the MISSION of this position.Directs sampling inspection, and testing of received parts, components, and materials to determine conformance to standards.Conducts periodic and special surveys of subcontractors' facilities and manufacturing processes to determine adequacy and capability of quality control and ability to comply with complete quality specifications.Determines if suppliers are making sufficient progress to continue as Vestas suppliers.  Makes recommendations as to whether Vestas should seek additional or substitute suppliers.Reviews quality problems with engineering personnel and directs action required to correct defects.Prepares periodic and special reports concerning departmental activities, problems, suppliers’  quality system, schedules, and rejected items.Aids in organizational planning by participating in departmental conferences.Drive corrective and preventive action program, from initiation to resolution of items.  Collect and analyze data to track supplier improvement.Develop and manage a true quality program to verify the actual state of materials and drive produced material quality improvement.Qualifications                                            3 years supplier quality engineering work experience or equivalent experience with supply chain focused on continuous improvement & problem solving.Work in a start-up environment preferredRequired knowledge of ISO9001 standards, previous auditing experience desiredASQ quality engineering certification a plusAbility to use Six Sigma tools or equivalent problem solving techniques.Ability to read, interpret, and understand technical and non-technical documents including, but not limited to, contracts, product drawings and product specificationsAbility to work multiple shiftsMust have the ability to work self-directed or in a team environment as well as development of strategies related to both supply chain quality, factory initiatives, and quality systems.Education and/or Experience                                                 Bachelors degree from a four-year college or university; or minimum 5 years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Computer Skills                                              To perform this job successfully, an individual should have knowledge of Internet software; Spreadsheet software and Word Processing software.Certificates, Licenses, Registrations ASQ Quality Engineering Certification is a Plus Supervisory Responsibilities                                                  This job may in the future have supervisory responsibilities.Competencies                                                  To perform the job successfully, an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:Analytical - Synthesizes complex or diverse information; Collects and researches data; Uses intuition and experience to complement data.Design - Demonstrates attention to detail.Problem Solving - Gathers and analyzes information skillfully; Develops alternative solutions; Works well in group problem solving situations.Technical Skills - Strives to continuously build knowledge and skills; Shares expertise with others.Oral Communication - Listens and gets clarification; Responds well to questions; Participates in meetings.Written Communication - Writes clearly and informatively; Presents numerical data effectively; Able to read and interpret written information.Teamwork - Contributes to building a positive team spirit; Puts success of team above own interests.Quality Management - Looks for ways to improve and promote quality; Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness.Judgement - Displays willingness to make decisions; Exhibits sound and accurate judgment; Supports and explains reasoning for decisions; Includes appropriate people in decision-making process; Makes timely decisions.Professionalism - Approaches others in a tactful manner; Treats others with respect and consideration regardless of their status or position; Accepts responsibility for own actions; Follows through on commitments.Quality - Demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness; Looks for ways to improve and promote quality; Applies feedback to improve performance; Monitors own work to ensure quality.Safety and Security - Observes safety and security procedures; Determines appropriate action beyond guidelines; Reports potentially unsafe conditions ; Uses equipment and materials properly.Language Skills                                              Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations.  Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals.  Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public. Mathematical Skills                                                    Ability to work with mathematical concepts such as probability and statistical inference, and fundamentals of plane and solid geometry and trigonometry.  Ability to apply concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations. Reasoning Ability                                                       Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form. Physical Demands While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to stand; walk and sit. The employee is occasionally required to use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include depth perception. Work Environment While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to moving mechanical parts and high, precarious places. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. What we offerAs a member of the Vestas team, we offer a competitive salary and one of the most comprehensive benefits plans in the industry.  Among the many amenities we offer: fully funded healthcare; dental; vision; vacation and sick time; generous 401(k) plan; tuition assistance; and much more.Additional informationIt is the policy of Vestas to afford equal employment opportunity without regard to age, race, religion, color, gender, or national origin, and to afford equal opportunity to veterans and individuals with a disability, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, provincial, or local law. Applicants requiring reasonable accommodation to the application and/or interview process should notify a representative within the People & Culture department. Experience the forces of windJoin Vestas and work with cutting-edge wind technology   As one of the world leaders in wind power and with wind turbine installations in over 65 countries, Vestas looks to accelerate innovation through the development of our employee's skills and talents. Our goal is to reduce CO2 emissions dramatically and ensure a sustainable world for future generations.

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SubContract Administrator Manager

Details: The Shaw Group provides premier engineering, design, construction, and maintenance services to government and private-sector clients in a wide array of industries, including the energy, environmental, infrastructure, and emergency response markets.Summary:Working manager for the Mission Support Services Group. Must be able to lead and troubleshoot issues for staff that supports Federal Base Operation procurements including inventory management, quick turnaround purchasing. Manages the commercial aspects of subcontracts from inquiry through award, execution, and closeout of the subcontracts pursuant to established procedures. Is the liaison with Legal regarding Subcontract Terms and Conditions, Project Controls regarding progress and cost forecast, Accounting regarding payment and Engineering regarding the technical content of Subcontract. Negotiates change orders and other commercial oriented matters through closeout. Prepares all Subcontract Reports in accordance with established procedures. Performs Subcontract Administration for government and commercial client projects. Aids in the preparation of subcontract provisions and the administration of contract proposals. Maintains proper files and documentation. Administers Subcontractors from award to close-out.Responsibilities:Working manager for the Mission Support Services Group. Must be able to lead and troubleshoot issues for staff that supports Federal Base Operation procurements including inventory management, and quick turnaround purchasing. Locations across the USA. Significant travel is required. Manages the commercial aspects of the subcontracts from inquiry through award, execution, and closeout of the subcontracts pursuant to established procedures. Is the liaison with Legal regarding Subcontract Terms and Conditions, Project Controls regarding progress and cost forecast, Accounting regarding payment and Engineering regarding the technical content of Subcontract. Negotiates change orders and other commercial oriented matters through closeout. Prepares all Subcontract Reports in accordance with established procedures. Maintains proper files and documentation. Explains difficult concepts and persuades others to adopt a point of view. Works closely with the Director of Subcontracts and Purchasing and members of Project Management, Engineering and Construction disciplines to oversee subcontracting activities on multiple projects in several offices and jobsite locations. Administers Subcontracts in the Field from award to close-out.Qualifications/Competencies/Experience:Must have extensive knowledge of the Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR) and Contractor?s Purchasing System Review (CPSR).Knowledge of government base operations a plus.Manages the performance of employees through goal setting, ongoing assessment and coaching.Strong computer skills; Word, Excel, Power Point, etc.Must have Bachelor's degree.Must have 10+ years of relevant experience and 5 years in Management position.

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Junior Pricing Specialist

Details: Founded in 1989, Sabre Systems, Inc. is a privately-held company headquartered in Warrington, PA with offices nationwide. Sabre is a quality-driven, professional services company that provides Engineering, Program Management, Logistics, Information Technology, Statistical Programs and Software Development solutions to the federal government and commercial clients. We are a company that promotes a work environment that encourages both personal and professional growth and a culture where each individual employee is valued and respected. Sabre is currently recruiting for a Junior Pricing Specialist work in Alexandria, VA. Job Description We are seeking an individual who is proactive, detail orientated and has strong communication skills. The Junior Pricing Specialist will report directly to the Director, Cost/Pricing and Proposal Development. Successful candidate will assist in the development and preparation of routine and complex cost proposal volumes in response to customer requests, participate in proposal color teams and kick off meetings, prepare and customize templates and instructions for subcontractor proposals, complete on contract modifications, and determine price reasonableness using established cost/price models. Candidate will work closely with contracts, finance, business development and program management during proposal preparation. Must be able to work independently and as part of a dynamic team. The position requires ability to complete pricing efforts against tight proposal deadlines.

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Strategic Sourcing Manager, Sr

Details: The primary role of this position is to develop and execute supply base strategies for assigned commodities that meet the short and long terms goals of the business.  This includes a) developing formal commodity strategies; b) selecting and developing preferred suppliers; and c) achieving performance improvement targets.  The assigned commodities will be commercially challenging and technically complex.  This position is expected to create competitive and breakthrough strategies and plans.  Essential Functions:  Being largely self-directed with minimal assistance and direction from supervisor, perform the following functions with:   •       Develop and execute breakthrough commodity strategies and plans which generate high levels of incremental value.   •       Achieve performance improvement targets in purchase price variance, quality, delivery and inventory.   •       Maintain deep commodity knowledge and subject matter expertise to understand macro and micro commodity drivers.  Utilize this information when forming effective commodity strategies.   •       Assist in the development of Strategic Sourcing Managers and Component Engineers through mentoring and peer assistance where appropriate.  Serve as Strategic Sourcing Director's designee when needed.   •       Support attainment of department goals by leading special projects as assigned and improving overall department execution & efficiency.   •       Identify and develop preferred suppliers.   •       Achieve New Product Development (NPD) projects supply chain goals by assuring that effective commodity and supplier decisions are made.  Ensure project cost and launch targets are met.   •       Fully leverage Danaher Purchasing strengths through collaboration with Danaher Corporation Purchasing & applicable Operating Companies.   •       Through rigorous use of problem-solving techniques, quickly and completely resolve chronic and serious supplier.   •       Ensure that product quality requirements are met by executing the established qualification procedures and standard work.   •       Fully utilize DHR Procurement tools where applicable.  Example include: iSource auctions, iSource project management, Sourcing Workshops, Supplier Portal, Seaview, etc.   •       Other special projects and duties as required.

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Purchasing Mgr, Smallwares and Tabletop Items

Details: The Purchasing Manager?Smallwares and Tabletop Items will coordinate buy/sell/merchandising efforts of the customer vendor and distributor, resulting in satisfied customers, profitable sales and above average in-stock percentages, inventory turns and days accounts payable outstanding. Management of dead and slow inventory. Will play a key role in new business proposal process including analysis and presentation to the customer. This position reports to the Director of Non-FoodsExperience:Five years food service distribution purchasingEducation: College degree in business management or marketing or equivalent work experiencePosition Responsibilities:1.Inventory management2.Product knowledge3.Financial management4.Product merchandising5.Customer relations6.Quality control7.E-3 maintenance8.Traffic management9.Special projects

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Pricing Configuration Analyst

Details: Affinity Health Plan, an independent, growing, not-for-profit managed care company designed specifically to serve the needs of low-income New Yorkers, needs a Pricing Configuration Analyst. This position is responsible for changes and additions to pricing configuration in Facets, to effectively administer the operational requirements of current and new business.  Your responsibilities will include, but are not limited to: ensure updates of CPT, HCPCS, DRG, and ICD-9 codes as well as pricing, billing rates; analysis, data entry, testing and documentation of configuration set up for all Facets applications translate business rules into effective and efficient configuration gathering and analyzing data in support of business cases, proposed projects and system requirements defining operational requirements and systems goals by meeting with decision makers and end users prepare and deliver reports, recommendations or alternatives that address existing and potential trouble areas

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Purchasing and Procurement Administrator

Details: Purchasing and Procurement Administrator Responsible for management and administration of all procurement and purchasing activities for developing organization. Requires a high degree of professional integrity, ethics, and confidentiality. Typical Duties: Typical duties will include but not be limited to the preparation and/or modification of the following: • Specifications and inquiry preparation, purchasing, expediting, bid analysis, and invoice auditing for manufactured equipment and bulk materials. • Standard purchasing forms, including bid requests, material requisitions, purchase orders, logs, reports, trending.  Essential Functions: Responsibilities will include but not be limited to the following: • Support engineers and estimators in preparations of estimates by contacting vendors for “budgetary pricing” for equipment and materials. • Implementation of contracting strategies and contracts for construction and professional services, and other services in support of manufacturing projects for our Clients. • Responsible for support and guidance to engineering personnel, Project Managers, and Executive Management on formation, implementation, and administration of contract/subcontract procedures. • Ensures that all contract administration procedures are followed and executed in a professional manner. • Responsible for assisting and advising Project Managers with ongoing administration of our contracts with Clients and for ensuring adherence to established contract and procedures and requirements. • Typically supports engineering, design and build of projects. • Ability to communicate with vendors, technical resources, and Clients. • Must be able to work in a schedule-driven environment. Timing is a critical function. • Must be able to manage budgets and avoid delay costs including shipping  Procurement authority may include: • Issuing purchase order, contracts and change orders. • Development of vendors and/or contractors. • Cost control, change control, and scheduling. • Expediting orders, quotations, back-orders, scope changes, etc.  Skills and Special Requirements: • Manufacturing and production engineering/procurement experience is preferred. • Ability to read drawings, use of AutoCAD a plus. • Competent with MS Excel based purchasing system. • Experience in working with multiple discipline projects. • Excellent computer skills in Microsoft Office.  Work Environmental & Physical Demands: The characteristics described below are representative of those encountered while performing the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. • While performing duties of this job, would occasionally be required to stand, walk, sit, reach with hands and arms, climb or balance, stoop or kneel, talk and hear, and use fingers and hands to feel objects, tools or controls. • May require lifting or moving product up to 50 pounds. • Specific vision abilities required include close vision, distance vision, depth perceptions, and the ability to adjust focus • Overtime may be necessary as workloads dictate• Job will generally be performed in an office environment, but may require time in multiple production facilities. Conditions will vary at each location, but the conditions listed above will generally apply.

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Shipyard Procurement Analysts

Details: Job Classification: Contract Our client employs more than 19,000 employees at this location, and is one of the nation's leading companies for the design, engineering, construction, and life cycle support of Aircraft Carriers for the U.S. Navy, U.S. Coast Guard and international navies, and for commercial vessels of all types. Our client's excellence in service and overall product quality has ensured long term growth and expansion benefits. In response to this growth and expansion our client is in immediate need of a qualified Procurement Analyst.Procurement Analysts•Sources and purchases machinery, equipment, tools, raw material, packaging materials, parts, services, and/or supplies necessary for operation of an organization. •Compiles and analyzes statistical data to determine feasibility of buying products and to establish price objectives.•Compiles information to keep informed on price trends and manufacturing processes. •Confers with suppliers and analyzes suppliers operations to determine factors that affect prices and determines lowest cost consistent with quality, reliability, and ability to meet required schedules. •Reviews proposals, negotiates prices, selects or recommends suppliers, analyzes trends, follows up orders placed, verifies delivery, approves payment, and maintains necessary records. •May prepare bid packages. Required Experience for Level 2:•*Must have a minimum of 3 Years experience.•*Must possess a Bachelors Degree in Business.•*No Clearance •*Previous Procurement experience desired •*Good organizational skills required •*Experience with MicroSoft Office suite Must have Bachelor's in one of the following disciplines: Business, Economics, Supply Chain, Finance, Accounting, Engineering, Operations,This is a long term contract position offering competitive pay, benefits to include Medical benefits, as well as HOLIDAY/VACATION pay. keywords: procurement sourcing purchasing supply chain engineering operations Join Aerotek Professional Services&174. Our customized employment solutions and personalized approach give job seekers access to great opportunities with competitive salaries. Aerotek offers comprehensive benefits that can include medical, dental, optical, and optional 401k. Don't put your career in the hands of just anyone; put it in the hands of a specialist. Launch or rejuvenate your career today with Aerotek Professional Services! Allegis Group and its subsidiaries are equal opportunity employers and will consider all applications without regard to race, marital status, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability or any other characteristic protected by law.

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Parts Coordinator - Elk City, OK

Details: Parts Coordinators will be responsible for the purchase, quoting, stocking and delivery of parts for their assigned area. They will also be responsible for maintaining an accurate inventory. They will ensure proper controls are in place by confirming delivery of appropriate parts to specified destinations. Parts Coordinators may assist in training employees at their location. They will issue reports as needed.   PRIMARY DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES Coordinate the logistics for timely parts delivery, process shipping and receiving Accurately report time in accordance with work performed and, when applicable, time billed to 3rd parties. Complete 3rd party tickets when applicable using current pricing on parts / services. Ensure proper coding, research, purchase orders and approval is in place for invoices. Responsible for cost comparison of parts prior to purchase. Employee is responsible for maintaining replacement/repair parts for the units in their shop/field inventory and assisting with required tracking of said parts. Must be moderately knowledgeable on current emissions requirements. Must maintain good vendor and client relations. Ensure safety guidelines followed and incident reporting is initiated in a timely manner when applicable. Employee may be required to train in the field from time-to-time in order to gain knowledge on the over-all operation of the equipment in which they work on in the shop. Other related duties as required.

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Pricing & Invoicing Manager

Details: Location: FL_OrlandoRelocation Provided: NegotiableEducation Required: Bachelors DegreeExperience Required: 3 - 5 YearsPosition Description:• Drive improved knowledge, understanding, and performance of Pricing & Invoicing data both from a technical and business perspective. • Lead the Pricing & Invoicing team in delivering complete, accurate, and timely updates and Invoicing processing. • Lead by providing technical expertise and guidance to the team and business partners.• Capable of providing insights regarding the options and impacts of business or system changes on Pricing and Invoicing processes.• Drive research and resolution of problems with system processes or data through knowledge of business rules & processes and impact to up & down stream processes.• Ensure proper controls and measures are met to achieve error-free Pricing and Invoicing.• Oversee the creation and maintenance of training plans and materials to ensure detailed technical knowledge of SAP and BW.• Develop a team of direct reports and implement succession plans. • Provide exceptional customer service to internal and external customers. Build relationships with key internal business partners.• Ensure quarterly Security Audits are completed and annual updating of Process Maps, Time Studies, Value Streams, SOPs, Work Instructions, and Controls are completed.• Participate in projects and business process improvements for your function and cross-functionally through six sigma and project management methodologies. Identify and communicate solutions and ensure proposed solutions are realized. • Work closely with IS to implement automation improvements and ensure regression testing efforts are successful. • When necessary participate in the identification and evaluation of appropriate tools and technologies to automate business processes, conduct fit gap analysis and cost benefit analysis for solution alternatives. • This role is required to remain in this position for a minimum of 18 months before posting due to the complexity and amount of training involved.• Bachelors degree in Business or related field or equivalent work experience• Minimum of 5 years of leadership experience in medium to large, fast paced, corporate environment• Customer Interaction Experience• SAP and Business Warehouse required• Siebel CRM experience desired• Strong SAP and BW Technical skills in the areas of Pricing & Invoicing• Strong Analytical, Problem Solving, and Decision Making skills• Organization and Time Management skills• Effective verbal and written communication skills• Strong computer skills including Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Outlook)• Expected to process a high volume of data with speed and accuracy

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Margin Manager

Details: Great food and great careers ? this is what Performance Food Group brings to the table. PFG is one of the largest foodservice distributors in the nation, with more than 66,000 national and private label products that we market and distribute both nationally and in 40 foreign countries. If you?re ready to set your career in motion, it all starts now with a company that really delivers!The Margin Manager position will perform the following duties:•Manages sales margins (GP percentage, dollars, dollars per case and dollars by drop) by company, salesperson, and customer.•Implements and maintains Burden/Standards on new and existing items.•Monitors cost and pricing of products by category to ensure profit expectations while growing sales.•Evaluates bid items for contract maintenance and compliance to maximize margins.•Performs financial analysis.•Makes recommendations to sales management on changes needed to improve margin results.•Works with Procurement team to implement best practices for cost administration.•Analyzes daily orders for cost errors or price discrepancies.•Coordinates with Procurement team to maximize income for inventory cost adjustments, aged inventory relief, etc.•Ensures correctness of cost for Bids prior to calculate and roll process.•Oversees and manages Earned Income. Tracks, updates, loads and audits local marketing programs.Attends and actively participates in all Margin Manager's Forums and OpCo Senior Management meetings.Performance Food Group is an equal opportunity employer, dedicated to a policy of non-discrimination in employment on any basis including race, color, age, sex, religion, national origin, the presence of mental, physical, or sensory disability, sexual orientation, or any other basis prohibited by federal or state law.

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SubContract Administrator

Details: The Shaw Group provides premier engineering, design, construction, and maintenance services to government and private-sector clients in a wide array of industries, including the energy, environmental, infrastructure, and emergency response markets.Summary:Aids in the preparation of contractual provisions and the administration of contract proposals.Responsibilities:• Works closely with members of Project Management, Engineering and Construction disciplines to coordinate preparation of invitations to bid.• Performs proposal analyses, prepares bid evaluations, prepares award recommendations and negotiates subcontract agreements, prepares and administers subcontract agreements through final closeout.• Reviews and approves subcontractor's invoices. Participates with other project team members in regular meetings with subcontractors and assumes lead key role in handling commercial aspects of the subcontracts being executed.• Prepares regular activity reports. Assumes responsibility for following corporate procedures in the conduct of the work and oversees the work of several other administrators assigned to the project office.Qualifications/Competencies/Experience:• Federal Contracting Experience is required.• Strong knowledge of Federal Acquisition Regulations.• Typically has 7-15 years relevant experience.• Valid driver's license required.

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Friday, 20 July 2012

Purchasing

Details: Classification:  Purchasing Manager Compensation:  $12.35 to $14.30 per hour Do you have a year of purchasing experience along with a year experience in the construction industry? If so this could be the position for you. Accountemps is currently looking for a Purchasing Assistant for an organization in Lenexa, KS. This Purchasing Assistant is a newly created position and will assist the Purchasing Manager. This Purchasing Assistant will be entering and following up on purchase orders. Strong attention to detail is a must. This is a temporary to full-time position. If you meet these qualifications please apply accountemps.com and call 913-451-7600 today!!!At least 1 yr background in construction

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Materials R&D Chemistry Lab Technician

Details: Kelly Services is seeking a Materials R&D Chemistry Lab Technician for our client, a global chemical company, in Midland, Michigan. This position is a long term contract/temporary position and can be extended indefinitely based on performance and business needs. Qualified candidates outside the Midland Michigan area must be willing to interview and relocate at their own expense. Target start dates for most positions are 2-3 weeks post interview. Once submitted for a position, hiring managers typically interview within 5-10 business days. Individuals must be current and legally permitted to work in the US. Important information: This position is recruited for by a remote Kelly office, not your local Kelly branch. To be considered for this position, use the ???apply now??? button below to submit your resumes. If you have questions about the position, you may contact the recruiter recruiting for this position (email/phone); however your resume must be received via the ???apply now??? button included within. Job Summary: The Materials R&D Chemistry Technician will perform the following tasks. Synthesis and processing of battery materials Preparation and testing of electrodes and cells Characterization of materials Documentation of results The Materials R&D Chemistry Technician will the company???s corporate R&D, working alongside other chemists and scientists. Primary Responsibilities: • Perform standard small scale synthetic and purification methods in organic chemistry.• Utilize glove box, high vacuum techniques, and manipulation of air sensitive compounds.• Catalyst testing and evaluation for industrial processes and applications.• Development of experiment protocols for high throughput methodology. • Synthesis and processing tasks involve wet chemical reactions, centrifuging or filtering reaction products and various mechanical treatments. • Formulate materials into electrode slurries, from which electrode films will be cast and dried and assembled into small batteries for electrochemical testing. • Perform characterization methods such as measuring surface areas, thermal properties, morphology (SEM), particle size, and crystal structure (XRD). • Documentation of laboratory data into databooks and computer spreadsheets. Qualifications: • BS degree in Chemistry (ACS preferred)• At least one year of related industry or undergraduate research experience is desired. • Perform daily work independently; be highly productive and efficient. • Be an effective, contributing member of the team.• High regard for individual and group safety is expected.• Strong oral and written communication skills. About Kelly ServicesKelly Services, Inc. (NASDAQ: KELYA, KELYB) is a leader in providing workforce solutions. Kelly® offers a comprehensive array of outsourcing and consulting services as well as world-class staffing on a temporary, temporary-to-hire and direct-hire basis. Serving clients around the globe, Kelly provides employment to more than 550,000 employees annually. Revenue in 2011 was $5.6 billion. Visit www.kellyservices.com and connect with us on Facebook, LinkedIn, & Twitter. Click to download The Talent Project, our free iPad app.

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Advertising Pricing Analyst

Details: Chicago Tribune is seeking an Advertising Pricing Analyst to maximize advertising revenue by analyzing inventory of print, preprint & digital products. The Analyst will develop and create key reports to assist with contract negotiation and strategic initiatives. Responsibilites also include maintaining an understanding of their client's needs across categories to be able to present sales representatives with time sensitive solutions that fit. The ideal candidate will have strong experience in financial analysis and financial modeling. Perks: Full health benefits, 401K, vacation, discounts to area retailers, entertainment and onsite fitness center. Plus, enjoy working with a group of people who really love what they do.For a more detailed overview of benefits visit http://www.chicagotribune.com/about/tribunecareers/chi-ctmg-careers-benefits,0,3438291.htmlpageDrive Sales Strategy through analysis of retail and classified yield management for the Tribune Media Group Sales group. This role will be responsible for weighing revenue opportunities for advertising revenue streams and various business development opportunities as well as options against remnant partnershipsAnalyze companywide digital yield/pricing to help determine how Chicago should be positioned in the market.Provides day-to-day contact with the ad order entry and Editorial encompassing scheduling of ads to maximize inventory utilization for Chicago Tribune print and digital products Develop process to track and maximize inventory pricing and yield management. Provides sales management with required information on available inventory, rates, status of specials, etc. Assist in research and resolution of ad daily placement issues. Serve as a resource to sales in regards to content adjacencies and premium position opportunitiesWork with Marketing, Digital & Print to create sales opportunities.Bachelors Degree in Finance/Accounting required with two years related business experience.Strong knowledge of Excel - formulas (e.g. vlookup, if statements, pivot table functionality)Requires the ability to maintain a positive working relationship with clients, advertising staff and ad order entry to maximize inventory utilization and company profit. Requires the use of independent judgment in decision-making process working under deadline pressure, to produce daily print and digital products while maximizing revenue.Strong interpersonal skills with internal and external multi-disciplinary teams including sales, product and technologyAbility to turn voluminous data sets into concise, informative, actionable reports used by management to support business decisions

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Purchasing Coordinator

Details: For over 25 years, one Company has represented quality & leadership – Highland Homes – where building careers goes hand in hand with excellence in new home construction.  Highland’s employees thrive in an atmosphere of appreciation & confidence, contributing their unique ideas to the Company’s overall success.  Our employees are our greatest asset. Highland Homes is currently accepting resumes for a Purchasing Coordinator position. A Bachelor's degree in Construction Management or a related field is required. The selected candidate will also have a minimum of one year Purchasing or Construction experience. This position will be responsible for supporting construction personnel in all purchasing and budgeting activities. The selected candidate will coordinate these processes with Sales, Operations, Accounting and vendors. Job Duties and Responsibilities: Establish and maintain labor and material costs for all plan options and option catalog items.   Create initial work orders and purchase orders for all construction starts via the preliminary purchasing report (PPR) with budgets customized for the appropriate exit strategy information. Verify margin on PPR is consistent with program outline and review any exceptions with manager.   Coordinate cost establishment process between the field and vendors to achieve the goals of having budgets entered and checked for accuracy within two weeks for plan revisions and four weeks for new plans.   Process all requests from the field for extra material by entering and creating short order PO’s (SOPO’s) and expedite the receipt of material by communication with vendors by e-mail/ “Buzzsaw".   Process change orders requested by the field, creating the appropriate budgets and copy confirmation back to the Project Manager.   Research and resolve all problem invoices with the goal of reducing problems by improving accuracy of takeoffs and orders and/or training vendors in working within our system.   Assist managers in analyzing changes in costs from month to month by keeping track of takeoff revisions, price changes, and labor budget changes. Enter updated sales prices from monthly program outlines for calculation of soft cost budgets.  Other duties as requested (i.e. backing up Purchasing Coordinators, answering phones etc.).

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Materials Specialist

Details: Building on its heritage of more than 65 years, Alcon, the global leader in eye care, is the second largest division of the Novartis Group with combined pro-forma sales of more than USD 9.4 billion in 2010. The division was formed by Novartis on April 8, 2011, following the closing of the merger between Alcon and Novartis. The new Alcon Division combines the product portfolios, commercialization capabilities, R&D and talent of Alcon, CIBA VISION and Novartis Ophthalmics. Today, Alcon has more than 22,000 employees with headquarters in Fort Worth, Texas, U.S.A. Alcon's three businesses - Surgical, Pharmaceutical and Vision Care - meet the diverse needs of eye care professionals and patients offering the widest spectrum of eye care products with operations in 75 countries and products available in 180 markets. For more information, visit www.alcon.com. Overall Job Summary: Performs variety of activities in support of functional areas such as finance, purchasing, or human resources or for a specific project/business/technical unit. Gathers, collects, records, tracks and verifies data and information from multiple sources. Compiles, reviews and analyzes data. Uses software for functional area, to compile and generate reports, statistics, timelines, tables, graphs, correspondence and presentations. May design processes to enhance work flow. Provides data and information to others on functional unit processes and procedures.Minimum Education Requirements: Four year college Degree or equivalent experience.Minimum Experience Requirements: Two years contract administration; eight years general business experience; P.C. skills; project managementAlcon is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to quality through diversity. Pre-employment drug testing.

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Wednesday, 18 July 2012

Materials & Planning Manager

Details: Toshiba International Corporation (TIC) is a Toshiba America Inc. Group Company, a wholly owned subsidiary of Toshiba Corporation. Due to growth, we are presently seeking to hire a Materials & Planning Manager at our headquarters in HOUSTON, TX (relocation assistance may be offered).The Materials & Planning Manager is responsible for managing procurement activities, shop floor control, capacity planning, inventory control, and material handling as well as the overall management of the Production Planning function within their respective plant. These functions include; creating and maintaining a master schedule, managing the supply chain initiative and developing the plants inventory and production plan.   KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: Mange all procurement activities to meet the Plant objectives in cost downs, production requirement, and expense controls. Oversee short & long range production plan in respect to shop capacity, lean manufacturing, availability of components and inventory levels. Supervise purchasing and planning activities, packaging, receiving, and inventory control. Create department objectives to support the Control Plant objectives. Create operational policies and procedures. Promote good cooperation and teamwork effort within and outside the immediate scope of responsibilities. Travel:  15% to 25%

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Supplier Quality Engineer

Details: Job Classification: Contract We are currently seeking a Supplier Quality Engineer for our client in Tucson, Arizona. A candidate applying for this position will have the following skills:- 4 year- Bachelor Degree in an Engineering or Technical Discipline- Experience in the Electronics Industry (PREFERRED)- Min. of 2 years experience in a quality-related position- Supplier Interaction- Experience with Statistical Tools (DOE, SPC, Lean Manufacturing, FMEA, etc)- Daily monitoring/countermeasures/actions- Supplier responsiveness to corrective actions- Demonstrated experience with AS9100/ISO9001- Pervious experience with PCB Board electronics (PREFERRED)- Some travel requiredJoin Aerotek, one of the leading providers of engineering and engineering support professionals in North America. Due to our growth, we''re constantly on the lookout for qualified professionals to place in contract, contract-to-hire, and permanent placement positions across a number of different industries. We know it''s more than just your day-to-day responsibilities that can make or break a job. It''s the support you get. That''s the reason Aerotek offers a variety of benefits including medical, dental, optical, 401k, and many more. Don''t put your career in the hands of just anyone, put it in the hands of a specialist. Join the Aerotek team! Allegis Group and its subsidiaries are equal opportunity employers and will consider all applications without regard to race, marital status, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability or any other characteristic protected by law.

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Materials & Planning Manager

Details: Toshiba International Corporation (TIC) is a Toshiba America Inc. Group Company, a wholly owned subsidiary of Toshiba Corporation. Due to growth, we are presently seeking to hire a Materials & Planning Manager at our headquarters in HOUSTON, TX (relocation assistance may be offered).The Materials & Planning Manager is responsible for managing procurement activities, shop floor control, capacity planning, inventory control, and material handling as well as the overall management of the Production Planning function within their respective plant. These functions include; creating and maintaining a master schedule, managing the supply chain initiative and developing the plants inventory and production plan.   KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: Mange all procurement activities to meet the Plant objectives in cost downs, production requirement, and expense controls. Oversee short & long range production plan in respect to shop capacity, lean manufacturing, availability of components and inventory levels. Supervise purchasing and planning activities, packaging, receiving, and inventory control. Create department objectives to support the Control Plant objectives. Create operational policies and procedures. Promote good cooperation and teamwork effort within and outside the immediate scope of responsibilities. Travel:  15% to 25%

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Supplier Quality Engineer

Details: Job Classification: Contract We are currently seeking a Supplier Quality Engineer for our client in Tucson, Arizona. A candidate applying for this position will have the following skills:- 4 year- Bachelor Degree in an Engineering or Technical Discipline- Experience in the Electronics Industry (PREFERRED)- Min. of 2 years experience in a quality-related position- Supplier Interaction- Experience with Statistical Tools (DOE, SPC, Lean Manufacturing, FMEA, etc)- Daily monitoring/countermeasures/actions- Supplier responsiveness to corrective actions- Demonstrated experience with AS9100/ISO9001- Pervious experience with PCB Board electronics (PREFERRED)- Some travel requiredJoin Aerotek, one of the leading providers of engineering and engineering support professionals in North America. Due to our growth, we''re constantly on the lookout for qualified professionals to place in contract, contract-to-hire, and permanent placement positions across a number of different industries. We know it''s more than just your day-to-day responsibilities that can make or break a job. It''s the support you get. That''s the reason Aerotek offers a variety of benefits including medical, dental, optical, 401k, and many more. Don''t put your career in the hands of just anyone, put it in the hands of a specialist. Join the Aerotek team! Allegis Group and its subsidiaries are equal opportunity employers and will consider all applications without regard to race, marital status, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability or any other characteristic protected by law.

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Pricing Manager

Details: Pricing Manager Job PostingAbout Toyota Material Handling, U.S.A., Inc.Celebrating over 40 years of operations in the United States, Irvine, Calif.-based Toyota Material Handling, U.S.A., Inc., (TMHU) has been the number-one selling lift truck supplier in the U.S. since 2002 and currently offers a full line of high-quality lift trucks sold under the Toyota brand. Built on a reputation of excellence, Toyota remains popular due to its quality, reliability and durability. Quality is the hallmark of Toyota’s world-renowned Toyota Production System practiced at all Toyota manufacturing facilities, including Toyota Industrial Equipment Manufacturing (TIEM) in Columbus, Indiana.*Description The successful candidate in this role will partner with sales, marketing and product management teams to develop strategic pricing solutions that align with the company’s goals and objectives. Develop and maintain effective, market-based pricing for products or services. Manage prices and discounts in order to maintain a competitive market price for Toyota industrial equipment products and to maximize sales and closure rate while achieving gross profit margin goals.*Essential Job Functions Key responsibilities include conducting market research and working with sales and product managers to better understand the competitive pricing landscape and Toyota’s price position. Recommending pricing actions based on the competitive analysis. Analyzing special pricing requests for large customers and recommending appropriate discount or price. Performing analysis on effectiveness of special pricing activity and recommending corrective action. Working with product managers to price new products competitively, considering new product’s functionalities and competitiveness.  Recommending discount programs, based on sales and profitability performance. Analyzing historical results of pricing activity using transactional data to identify actionable opportunities, develop creative solutions, and make recommendations to improve pricing performance balancing business objectives. Assist in developing the annual plan for sales and profitability of new equipment, setting GP% targets and reporting progress against those targets.

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Materials & Planning Manager

Details: Toshiba International Corporation (TIC) is a Toshiba America Inc. Group Company, a wholly owned subsidiary of Toshiba Corporation. Due to growth, we are presently seeking to hire a Materials & Planning Manager at our headquarters in HOUSTON, TX (relocation assistance may be offered).The Materials & Planning Manager is responsible for managing procurement activities, shop floor control, capacity planning, inventory control, and material handling as well as the overall management of the Production Planning function within their respective plant. These functions include; creating and maintaining a master schedule, managing the supply chain initiative and developing the plants inventory and production plan.   KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: Mange all procurement activities to meet the Plant objectives in cost downs, production requirement, and expense controls. Oversee short & long range production plan in respect to shop capacity, lean manufacturing, availability of components and inventory levels. Supervise purchasing and planning activities, packaging, receiving, and inventory control. Create department objectives to support the Control Plant objectives. Create operational policies and procedures. Promote good cooperation and teamwork effort within and outside the immediate scope of responsibilities. Travel:  15% to 25%

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Purchasing Manager

Details: Our stable and growing client in the food industry is looking for an experienced Purchasing Manager with both global and domestic sourcing experience.Negotiations, supplier selection and pricing experience needed. Apply today for immediate consideration!

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Purchasing Representative

Details: Title:  Purchasing Representative Pay: $16-$18 an hour Location:  Jacksonville, FL Assignment Length: temp to hire Shift: 8-5 Mon - Fri JOB DESCRIPTIONPrepares purchase orders, monitors cost of supplies, maintains, and reviews computerized or manual records of items purchased, costs, deliveries, and inventories

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Purchasing Manager

Details: Our stable and growing client in the food industry is looking for an experienced Purchasing Manager with both global and domestic sourcing experience.Negotiations, supplier selection and pricing experience needed. Apply today for immediate consideration!

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Purchasing

Details: Classification:  Purchasing Manager Compensation:  $9.50 to $11.00 per hour Accountemps currently has a client in the Nashua area that is looking for a Purchasing Assistant. This position will report directly to the Uncasing & Operations Manager. The right Purchasing Assistant will have experience in vendor management, logistics and basic blue print reading. If you are interested in this Purchasing Assistant position please email resume to and call 603-889-2690.

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Cost and Pricing Senior Analyst

Details: Classification:  Accountant - Cost Compensation:  $65,000.00 to $82,000.00 per year Our client, a Macomb County headquartered global manufacturer and a leader in their industry, is looking to hire a skilled Cost and Pricing Senior Analyst to join a 6 person team. In summary, if you are hired for this Cost and Pricing Senior Analyst position, you will be responsible for directing financial activities of an organization by performing the following duties personally or through subordinate supervisors. Evaluation of product concepts. Transparency of costs and results for all product developments. Initiating and managing of cost procedures for all products. Analyze blueprints, specifications, proposals, and other documentation to prepare time, cost, and labor estimates for products, projects, or services. This client is growing, profitable and offers the possibility for future advancement if you are a take charge, career motivated person. For immediate consideration for the Cost and Pricing Senior Analyst position, please contact Jeff Sokolowski by forwarding your resume to .

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Associate Buyer - Kmart Apparel_Menswear

Details: The Associate Buyer takes ownership of a portion of the buyer's overall business and manages the processes to achieve sales, margin and inventory turnover. Assists the Buyer in execution of processes and functions for the Buyer’s merchandise area. The Associate Buyer is responsible for assortment planning, product selection, vendor negotiation, and marketing of specific lines. This position reports directly to the Buyer and closely with the buyer, buying management team, merchandise planning team, promotional planning team, merchandise placement team and the merchandising support team to significantly improve the profitability and maximize shareholder value.This position in based in the San Francisco Apparel Center.

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Purchasing/Inventory

Details: This amazing Pacific Northwest firm that handles fabulous cutting edge gourmet products.  Their business is growing exponentially and they are looking to increase their client services department to help in the inventory and purchasing arena.   You will manage the floor, product availability, reports, and insure that production schedules are maintained and kept punctual.   The Monday through Friday schedule keeps your weekends free, with incredible benefits and an amazing crew to work with!  Don't hesitate to apply online and call today.  425-462-5222

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Associate Buyer - Kmart Apparel_Menswear

Details: The Associate Buyer takes ownership of a portion of the buyer's overall business and manages the processes to achieve sales, margin and inventory turnover. Assists the Buyer in execution of processes and functions for the Buyer’s merchandise area. The Associate Buyer is responsible for assortment planning, product selection, vendor negotiation, and marketing of specific lines. This position reports directly to the Buyer and closely with the buyer, buying management team, merchandise planning team, promotional planning team, merchandise placement team and the merchandising support team to significantly improve the profitability and maximize shareholder value.This position in based in the San Francisco Apparel Center.

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Procurement Analyst

Details: Job Classification: Contract Aerotek Professional Services is actively seeking a Procurement Analyst in the DC area. Candidates should have primary experience working in the procurement field dealing with all aspects. Candidates who have experience as buyers and worked with PO's is also a plus. Candidates must also be able to create the contract cradle to grave. This is a part time position M/W/F 24/week.Candidates within an IT background will jump to the front of the competition. If interested in this position please e-mail rdesano(at)aerotek.com immediately!Join Aerotek Professional Services&174. Our customized employment solutions and personalized approach give job seekers access to great opportunities with competitive salaries. Aerotek offers comprehensive benefits that can include medical, dental, optical, and optional 401k. Don't put your career in the hands of just anyone; put it in the hands of a specialist. Launch or rejuvenate your career today with Aerotek Professional Services! Allegis Group and its subsidiaries are equal opportunity employers and will consider all applications without regard to race, marital status, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability or any other characteristic protected by law.

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Sr. Analyst, Pricing Strategy

Details: The Localized Pricing Team Analyst is responsible for creating maintaining, and enhancing streamlined analytic reporting processes using information from multiple data repositories and sales transaction systems. This person will also assist the pricing modeling and process/analysis teams in retrieving data from these systems . This role will also work with other business units throughout the organization to understand each unit’s unique approach of determining item prices, creating promotional offers, and subsequent measuring sales results. This knowledge will then be used to source the appropriate data and develop the analytic reporting process to support various localized pricing initiative.

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BUYER/ PURCHASING

Details: Responsibilities:  Solicit quotes/offers from suppliers in line with company objectives to determine best options and propose solutions.   Continuously improve, process, and deliver conforming quality products and services to customers.   Follow-up on order placement for timely delivery of goods and services to ensure             supplier meets deliverables.  Must travel to suppliers to maintain open issues log and resolve those issues in a              timely manner.  Contributes to the development and implementation of supplier strategies, policies               and departmental budget.   Maintains and manages a commodity based list of key suppliers, and supplier             scorecards.  Liaison between the supplier and company departments.   Participate in commodity team meetings.   Strive for 100% OTD from suppliers.   Develop and maintain strong relationships with counterparts in appropriate countries .   Update daily, weekly, monthly reports and purchasing tools in a timely manner while maintaining 100% data accuracy.   Other duties may be assigned by this positions immediate supervisor or manager on an as needed basis

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Supplier Quality Engineer

Details: Job Classification: Contract We are currently seeking a Supplier Quality Engineer for our client in Tucson, Arizona. A candidate applying for this position will have the following skills:- 4 year- Bachelor Degree in an Engineering or Technical Discipline- Experience in the Electronics Industry (PREFERRED)- Min. of 2 years experience in a quality-related position- Supplier Interaction- Experience with Statistical Tools (DOE, SPC, Lean Manufacturing, FMEA, etc)- Daily monitoring/countermeasures/actions- Supplier responsiveness to corrective actions- Demonstrated experience with AS9100/ISO9001- Pervious experience with PCB Board electronics (PREFERRED)- Some travel requiredJoin Aerotek, one of the leading providers of engineering and engineering support professionals in North America. Due to our growth, we''re constantly on the lookout for qualified professionals to place in contract, contract-to-hire, and permanent placement positions across a number of different industries. We know it''s more than just your day-to-day responsibilities that can make or break a job. It''s the support you get. That''s the reason Aerotek offers a variety of benefits including medical, dental, optical, 401k, and many more. Don''t put your career in the hands of just anyone, put it in the hands of a specialist. Join the Aerotek team! Allegis Group and its subsidiaries are equal opportunity employers and will consider all applications without regard to race, marital status, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability or any other characteristic protected by law.

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Senior Buyer

Details: Classification:  Purchasing Compensation:  $45,000.00 to $55,000.00 per year Illinois manufacturer is looking for a Senior Buyer. Responsibilities include: implementing and monitoring purchasing policies, instructions and procedures; communicating company expectations to the vendor base to ensure compliance with stated goals and objectives; ensuring vendors supply quality and cost effective goods to assure that quality and pricing are competitive; maintaining MRP system information as it relates to lead times, purchase order creation and pricing and reviewing, evaluating and approving specifications for issuing and awarding supply bids. Minimum qualifications: BS degree or progress towards completion, 4+ years purchasing/buying experience (manufacturing experience preferred) and MRP systems exposure. System implementation experience and APICS certification would be plusses. Competitive benefits package and salary to $55k. For immediate consideration, please e-mail your resume to .

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Materials & Planning Manager

Details: Toshiba International Corporation (TIC) is a Toshiba America Inc. Group Company, a wholly owned subsidiary of Toshiba Corporation. Due to growth, we are presently seeking to hire a Materials & Planning Manager at our headquarters in HOUSTON, TX (relocation assistance may be offered).The Materials & Planning Manager is responsible for managing procurement activities, shop floor control, capacity planning, inventory control, and material handling as well as the overall management of the Production Planning function within their respective plant. These functions include; creating and maintaining a master schedule, managing the supply chain initiative and developing the plants inventory and production plan.   KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: Mange all procurement activities to meet the Plant objectives in cost downs, production requirement, and expense controls. Oversee short & long range production plan in respect to shop capacity, lean manufacturing, availability of components and inventory levels. Supervise purchasing and planning activities, packaging, receiving, and inventory control. Create department objectives to support the Control Plant objectives. Create operational policies and procedures. Promote good cooperation and teamwork effort within and outside the immediate scope of responsibilities. Travel:  15% to 25%

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Supplier Quality Manager

Details: UTC Climate, Controls & Security is the leading provider of heating, air conditioning and refrigeration systems, building controls and automation, and fire and security solutions. UTC Climate, Controls & Security is a unit of United Technologies Corp. (NYSE: UTX), a leading provider to the aerospace and building systems industries worldwide. Specific responsibilities include:- Lead implementation of Pro-Cert/Quality improvements at key suppliers- Lead improvements in manufacturing/supplier quality- Attain business objectives for quality, warranty spend, SPPM, FPY and safety- Evaluate trial runs of components or modifications of components to ensure a smooth transition in production- Responsible for evaluating suppliers based on engineering and quality requirements established for components supplied- Responsible for managing quality of 70+ component suppliers- Evaluate initial sample inspection reports on supplier components- Evaluate capability studies on new and modified components- Responsible for assuring all key product characteristics are identified on drawings and specifications for suppliers components- Work with suppliers to assure their processes are stable and in control- Support purchasing, strategic sourcing and engineering to implement supplier cost saving initiatives. Activities include coordinating efforts to assure all testing is completed to qualify new/modified supplier components- Conduct monthly supplier reviews, develop supplier scorecards to evaluate performance to assure quality goals are met

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Materials & Planning Manager

Details: Toshiba International Corporation (TIC) is a Toshiba America Inc. Group Company, a wholly owned subsidiary of Toshiba Corporation. Due to growth, we are presently seeking to hire a Materials & Planning Manager at our headquarters in HOUSTON, TX (relocation assistance may be offered).The Materials & Planning Manager is responsible for managing procurement activities, shop floor control, capacity planning, inventory control, and material handling as well as the overall management of the Production Planning function within their respective plant. These functions include; creating and maintaining a master schedule, managing the supply chain initiative and developing the plants inventory and production plan.   KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: Mange all procurement activities to meet the Plant objectives in cost downs, production requirement, and expense controls. Oversee short & long range production plan in respect to shop capacity, lean manufacturing, availability of components and inventory levels. Supervise purchasing and planning activities, packaging, receiving, and inventory control. Create department objectives to support the Control Plant objectives. Create operational policies and procedures. Promote good cooperation and teamwork effort within and outside the immediate scope of responsibilities. Travel:  15% to 25%

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Associate Buyer - Sears Apparel, Ready to Wear

Details: The Associate Buyer takes ownership of a portion of the buyer's overall business and manages the processes to achieve sales, margin and inventory turnover. Assists the Buyer in execution of processes and functions for the Buyer’s merchandise area. The Associate Buyer is responsible for assortment planning, product selection, vendor negotiation, and marketing of specific lines. This position reports directly to the Buyer and closely with the buyer, buying management team, merchandise planning team, promotional planning team, merchandise placement team and the merchandising support team to significantly improve the profitability and maximize shareholder value.This position in based in the San Francisco Apparel Center.

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Purchaser

Details: Classification:  Purchasing Compensation:  $60,000.00 to $75,000.00 per year A Strong growing South Bay Manufacturing firm is seeking a Buyer to work in there south bay office.Locate sources of supply for materials in the assigned category.Interview prospective suppliers, determining such factors as capability, quality/delivery performance, lead time, present market conditions, price, discounts offered and availability.Process requisitions, analyze and determine that each is complete and clear regarding Quality and Engineering specifications.Prepare complete and accurate request for quotations.Selects proper supplier, considering available facilities and material, dependability, quality, process variability, reputation and geographic location.Establish the right price and delivery schedule, including all FOB and tax exemption terms.Prepare and issues purchase orders and perform required related activities.Support Small Business and Small Disadvantaged Business activities of the department.Determine the method of pricing and/or negotiation strategy to be used.Maintain procurement records in accordance with company procedures.Constantly investigate new sources of materials and services for better product knowledge.Seek price reductions through suppliers, quantity discounts, long-term agreements, and value analysis.Ensure compliance with FAR requirements for government contracts. Preferred Qualifications: Shared AccountabilitiesParticipate in forecasting material cost and trends.Contribute knowledge in current lead times.Forward information concerning new commodities, process and services to heads of using departments.Select the best method of transportation in consultation with the traffic department.Special Requirements:• degree in Business Administration,Accounting or related fields. * seven years of purchasing experience, including purchase order analysis, manufacturing and production experience with related technical knowledge of work performed.If you are interested please call David Bizub 310-719-1400 x 26609 or email your resume to

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Senior Category Manager

Details: This role, key in our newly centralized procurement function, offers you the opportunity to support the building of a best-in-class procurement organization within FMC. You will play a key, senior role within our shared services model, pursuing a threefold mission: to both drive and sustain cost savings, and create a platform for growth. FMC is pursuing aggressive expansion strategies backed by over 125 years of stability and success, and we're looking for people with talent and drive. Not only is FMC growing, but our Procurement department is also expanding and history shows that our proven players can grow from this role along multiple career paths within the organization. To be a good fit for this role, you will need: At least 7 years of experience in a sourcing or commercial environment including: Success developing and executing supplier / customer strategies and programs. Experience building and developing supplier partnerships specifically related to Capital Expenditures (CapEx) At least 4 years of people management experience. Expertise and at least 4 years' experience in contracts management. A bachelor's degree, preferably in chemistry, chemical or civil engineering or another relevant technical field; an MBA would be an advantage. Solid experience with multidisciplinary procurement projects, and the ability to work cross-culturally. Global procurement experience. FMC is an S&P 500, diversified specialty chemical company serving agricultural, industrial and consumer markets for more than a century. As a global leader in advanced technologies and customer-focused research and development, FMC provides innovative and cost-effective solutions to food, agriculture, pharmaceutical, specialty and related industries. This position is based in our corporate headquarters in Philadelphia, PA. FMC was named one of the Top Workplaces in Philadelphia in 2010, 2011 and 2012, as voted by employees. keywords: category manager, procurement, purchasing, buyer, sourcing, suppliers, capital expenditures, capex, management

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