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director of procurement

Aircall

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 Aircall is the world&rsquo;s leading integrated customer communications and intelligence platform for growing businesses. Trusted by over 20,000 companies worldwide, Aircall unifies voice and digital channels into one seamless platform, offering one-click integrations with leading CRMs and over 100 business tools. With real-time, AI-powered insights and feedback, AI agents, and automation, we help sales and support teams save time on routine tasks, uncover opportunities, and deliver exceptional customer experiences. With a global team of 600+ across nine offices, Paris, New York, San Francisco, Sydney, Madrid, London, Berlin, Seattle, Mexico City, Aircall is transforming how businesses connect with their customers, driving smarter conversations, deeper relationships, and measurable success.
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  How We Work at Aircall:
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 At Aircall, we believe in customer obsession, continuous learning, and delivering extraordinary outcomes. We value open collaboration, taking ownership, and making smart, informed decisions with speed and precision. If you thrive in a fast-paced, team-driven environment where curiosity, trust, and impact matter, you'll fit right in
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 : We are seeking a Director of Procurement to lead and optimize our global procurement function. This role will focus on strategic vendor negotiations, supplier management, cost optimization, and procurement operations while ensuring compliance with internal policies. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in vendor negotiations and procurement best practices in a fast-paced environment. This position requires a hands-on leader who can build scalable procurement processes and partner cross-functionally to drive efficiency and cost-effectiveness.
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  Strategic Procurement &amp; Sourcing
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   Develop and execute a comprehensive procurement strategy aligned with Aircall&rsquo;s business goals.
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   Lead vendor selection and negotiations to ensure cost-effectiveness, service quality, and scalability.
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   Identify opportunities for vendor consolidation and spend optimization across the company.
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   Establish and track KPIs for procurement performance, focusing on cost savings, supplier efficiency, and risk mitigation.
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  Vendor Management &amp; Negotiation
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   Manage relationships with key vendors, ensuring performance, pricing, and contract compliance.
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   Lead pricing and service negotiations with suppliers to maximize value while maintaining strong partnerships.
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   Develop and implement a supplier evaluation and selection framework to ensure alignment with company needs.
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   Work closely with Legal and Finance to ensure contracts align with business objectives, though this role does not directly lead contract negotiations.
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  Operational Excellence &amp; Compliance
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   Establish and enforce procurement policies and processes to ensure transparency, efficiency, and compliance.
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   Ensure procurement activities align with financial planning, budgeting, and cost control initiatives.
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   Partner with IT and Security teams to ensure vendors meet regulatory, security, and compliance requirements.
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   Implement tools and systems to streamline procurement operations and improve visibility into company-wide spend.
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  Cross-Functional Collaboration
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   Work closely with Finance, IT, Legal, Security, and Business Leaders to align procurement with company needs.
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   Provide strategic procurement insights to stakeholders, helping teams optimize vendor relationships.
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   Minimum of 7 years of experience in procurement, vendor management, or strategic sourcing.
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   Proven expertise in vendor negotiation, and supplier management.
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   Strong experience in managing global vendor relationships across multiple regions (US, EMEA, APAC).
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   Familiarity with spend analytics, and ERP systems.
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   Ability to drive cost savings and operational efficiencies while maintaining service quality.
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   Understanding of legal, financial, and compliance considerations in vendor agreements, working closely with Legal but not leading contract negotiations.
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   Excellent stakeholder management, communication, and problem-solving skills.
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   Experience in a fast-paced, scaling company with a complex vendor ecosystem.
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 $180,000 - $220,000 a year
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 Aircall is constantly moving forward. We&rsquo;re building new roads to complete our journey, and we&rsquo;re taking people with us who have the same builder mentality.
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 Let&rsquo;s grow together: Aircall is a place for those who dare to be bold and seek responsibility, excellence, and the opportunity to push themselves to new heights.
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 We&rsquo;re creating a place where great people trust one another and thrive together.
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 People flourish at Aircall and now is the time to be part of the team and the journey we&rsquo;re on.
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 Why join us?
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 🚀 Key moment to join Aircall in terms of growth and opportunities
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 💆&zwj;&female;️ Our people matter, work-life balance is important at Aircall
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 📚 Fast-learning environment, entrepreneurial and strong team spirit
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 🌍 45+ Nationalities: cosmopolite &amp; multi-cultural mindset
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 💵 Competitive salary package &amp; equity
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 🏨 Medical, dental, and vision insurance is 100% covered
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 📈 401k plan with company matching!
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 ✈️ Unlimited PTO &mdash; take the time you need to come to work feeling great!
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 ⭐️ Wellness, internet, and childcare reimbursements
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 💚 Generous parental leave policy
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 DE&amp;I Statement:
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 At Aircall, we believe diversity, equity and inclusion &ndash; irrespective of origins, identity, background and orientations &ndash; are core to our journey.
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 We pride ourselves on promoting active inclusion within our business to foster a strong sense of belonging for all. We&rsquo;re working to create a place filled with diverse people who can enrich and learn from one another. We&rsquo;re committed to ensuring that everyone not only has a seat at the table but is valued and respected at it by providing equal opportunities to develop and thrive.
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 We will constantly challenge ourselves to make sure that we live up to our ambitions around diversity, equity and inclusion, and keep this conversation open. Above all else, we understand and acknowledge that we have work to do and much to learn.
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Director of Procurement

Amazon.com

<div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>DESCRIPTION</b></h2><div>
Amazon is seeking a Program Manager, Learning &amp; Development for Finance Operations Global Corporate Procurement (GCP). GCP is responsible for providing procurement standards, services, and technologies for Amazon organizations worldwide.
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The position will support GCP globally, reporting to the Career Growth and Development (CGD) Senior Manager. The L&amp;D PM will be responsible for developing and delivering the talent development charter for GCP globally. This is a role that entails engaging with GCP leaders, HR business partners, and cross functional L&amp;D teams across multiple geographies to understand business needs and leadership development challenges. In this role, you will design, plan, implement, measure, and scale new and existing talent development programs for employees at all job levels. You will own talent needs for the GCP organization cutting across skill building, leadership development, cultural assimilation and change management.
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We are looking for someone who can deliver learning solutions that meet the range of functional and leadership needs of the organization. The ideal candidate will think big, strategize, influence and communicate effectively, have bias for action, and balance resources/prioritization. The candidate should be able to partner and collaborate with internal L&amp;D teams as well as external institutions/agencies to create and deliver content. This role is critical to the successful development, launch, scaling, and maintenance of world-class learning and development programs.<br>
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This role will sit in our new headquarters in Northern Virginia, where Amazon will invest $2.5 billion dollars, occupy 4 million square feet of energy efficient office space, and create at least 25,000 new full-time jobs. Our employees and the neighboring community will also benefit from the associated investments from the Commonwealth including infrastructure updates, public transportation improvements, and new access to Reagan National Airport. Additionally, the role can be based out of our Seattle, WA main headquarters.<br>
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By working together on behalf of our customers, we are building the future one innovative product, service, and idea at a time. Are you ready to embrace the challenge? Come build the future with us.<br>
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Key job responsibilities<br>
<ul><li>Create and deliver an L&amp;D roadmap for the business that helps the business scale and grow.</li><li>Conduct training needs assessment on an ongoing basis to prioritize and define learning needs.</li><li>Influence L&amp;D outcomes by understanding leadership development needs and iterate on ideas and programs.</li><li>Manage senior stakeholders and move forward in the face of ambiguity and imperfect knowledge.</li><li>Own programs for both junior and senior audiences.</li><li>Recognize and adopt best practices in the area of Learning and Development.</li><li>Evaluate and measure the effectiveness of development activities in relation to business goals on an ongoing basis.</li><li>Utilize recent industry experience to make appropriate design decisions.</li><li>Partner with peer managers to address cross-functional issues.</li><li>Partner with regional L&amp;D and business leaders to localize training programs.</li><li>Deliver projects across geographies. You may participate in cross-company initiatives.</li></ul></div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS</b></h2><ul><li>3+ years of program or project management experience</li><li>2+ years of defining and implementing process improvement initiatives using data and metrics experience</li><li>Knowledge of Excel (Pivot Tables, VLookUps) at an advanced level and SQL</li><li>Experience using data and metrics to determine and drive improvements</li><li>Experience working cross functionally with tech and non-tech teams</li></ul><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS</b></h2><ul><li>Bachelor's degree</li><li>3+ years of driving end to end delivery, and communicating results to senior leadership experience</li><li>3+ years of driving process improvements experience</li><li>Experience in stakeholder management, dealing with multiple stakeholders at varied levels of the organization</li><li>Experience building processes, project management, and schedules</li></ul><br>
Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status, disability, or other legally protected status.<br>
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Our inclusive culture empowers Amazonians to deliver the best results for our customers. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process, including support for the interview or onboarding process, please visit https://amazon.jobs/content/en/how-we-hire/accommodations for more information. If the country/region you&rsquo;re applying in isn&rsquo;t listed, please contact your Recruiting Partner.<br>
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Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several US geographic markets. The base pay for this position ranges from $66,800/year in our lowest geographic market up to $142,800/year in our highest geographic market. Pay is based on a number of factors including market location and may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Amazon is a total compensation company. Dependent on the position offered, equity, sign-on payments, and other forms of compensation may be provided as part of a total compensation package, in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits. For more information, please visit https://www.aboutamazon.com/workplace/employee-benefits. This position will remain posted until filled. Applicants should apply via our internal or external career site.</div>

Program Manager, Learning & Development - Finance Operations, Global Corporate Procurement

Starbucks

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  Now Brewing &ndash; external manufacturing manager! #tobeapartner
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 From the beginning, Starbucks set out to be a different kind of company. One that not only celebrated coffee and the rich tradition, but that also brought a feeling of connection. We are known for developing extraordinary leaders who share this passion and are guided by their service to others.
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 The External Manufacturing Manager is responsible for managing relationships with third-party manufacturers and co-packers to ensure the production of safe, high-quality coffee products that meet Starbucks&rsquo; standards and regulatory requirements. This role ensures that external partners deliver on time, within budget, and in compliance with food safety and quality standards, while supporting innovation and continuous improvement.
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  As an external manufacturing manager, you will&hellip;
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   Identify, qualify, and manage external manufacturing partners and co-packers. Monitor and manage performance of third party manufacturers through KPIs such as OTIF (On Time In Full), quality metrics, and cost efficiency.
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   Ensure external production aligns with demand forecasts and inventory targets. Analyze production data to inform strategic sourcing and capacity planning.
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   Facilitate communication between internal stakeholders and external partners.
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   Drive continuous improvement in product quality and consistency. Identify opportunities for cost savings and operational improvements.
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   Supply chain operations experience in multiple functional areas such as Planning, Procurement, Capital Engineering and Manufacturing. Experience in the Food or CPG industry preferred.
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   Experience commercializing multi-market/region, multi-channel product introductions
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 As a Starbucks partner, you (and your family) will have access to medical, dental, vision, basic and supplemental life insurance, and other voluntary insurance benefits. Partners have access to short-term and long-term disability, paid parental leave, family expansion reimbursement, paid vacation from date of hire*, sick time (accrued at 1 hour for every 25 hours worked), eight paid holidays, and two personal days per year. Starbucks also offers eligible partners participation in a 401(k)-retirement plan with employer match, a discounted company stock program (S.I.P.), Starbucks equity program (Bean Stock), incentivized emergency savings, and financial well-being tools. Additionally, Starbucks offers 100% upfront tuition coverage for a first-time bachelor&rsquo;s degree through Arizona State University&rsquo;s online program via the Starbucks College Achievement Plan, student loan management resources, and access to other educational opportunities. You will also have access to backup care and DACA reimbursement. Starbucks will comply with any applicable state and local laws regarding employee leave benefits, including, but not limited to providing time off pursuant to the Colorado Healthy Families and Workplaces Act, and in accordance with its plans and policies. This list is subject to change depending on collective bargaining in locations where partners have a certified bargaining representative. For additional information regarding partner perks and more detailed information about benefits, go to starbucksbenefits.com.
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 The actual base pay offered to the successful candidate will be based on multiple factors, including but not limited to job-related knowledge/skills, experience, geographical location, and internal equity. At Starbucks, it is not typical for an individual to be hired at the high end of the range for their role, and compensation decisions are dependent upon the facts and circumstances of each position and candidate.
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  Join us and inspire with every cup. Apply today!
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  Starbucks Coffee Company is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
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external manufacturing manager (Seattle, WA - U.S.)

University Of Washington

<div><p><b>Job Description
</b></p><p></p>As a UW employee, you have a unique opportunity to change lives on our campuses, in our state and around the world. UW employees offer their boundless energy, creative problem-solving skills, and dedication to build stronger minds and a healthier world. UW faculty and staff also enjoy outstanding benefits, professional growth opportunities and unique resources in an environment noted for diversity, intellectual excitement, artistic pursuits, and natural beauty. The College of Arts &amp; Sciences has an outstanding opportunity for a Senior Computer Specialist to join their team. The IT Procurement/Surplus and Special Projects role reports to the CAS IT - Director of IT &ndash; and is a new role that will manage IT Procurement, Surplus, and general lifecycle tracking of IT equipment within the department and for all units and centers supported by the CAS IT team. The role will also be responsible for assisting in strategic planning, organizing, controlling, and evaluating the Annual Workstation program and refresh of equipment. This position will have significant authority to establish policies, guidelines, and standard operating procedures to ensure our IT Procurement and Surplus process is efficient and using resources appropriately. This is an intermediate to advanced level technical position. You might perform a variety of complex computer system related activities including, systems analysis, database development, and complex report development. Your will provide detailed requirements analysis and recommendations for systems software and hardware acquisitions and/or upgrades. Develop and maintains process and technical documentation. The IT Procurement/Surplus and Special Projects role is a key participant in the CAS IT team, ensuring that lifecycle management operations are coordinated among the departments&rsquo; varied programs and services. About us: CAS IT&rsquo;s core mission is to provide critical IT support to the faculty and staff in the college. We are an agile and collaborative team working to continually make technology less cumbersome for our customers while ensuring our solutions are secure, scalable, and in service of the College and UW&rsquo;s mission of teaching and research. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES IT Procurement &bull; Oversee all IT procurement and intake of IT equipment for departments. &bull; Consult with faculty and to determine hardware, software, or system functional specifications, prior to procuring equipment or solutions; &bull; Communicate effectively with faculty and staff regarding IT requirements, budget information, reconciliations of ProCards, purchasing, and delivery. &bull; Coordinate with CAS IT to ensure equipment is received, inventoried, and set up to the requirements of those that are requesting the equipment. IT Surplus &bull; Oversee all computer hardware intake, refresh hardware that can be used for redistribution and appropriately surplus equipment that is end of life &bull; Ensure all hardware the is being surplused has undergone the appropriate Data wipe based on data compliance and privacy requirements. Process Improvement / Metrics and Reporting &bull; Stay abreast of business and industry trends and practices. Engage in continuous process improvement to identify and implement changes and improvements. &bull; Develop metrics to provide feedback on effectiveness of program services, initiatives, and process improvements. &bull; Provide feedback and leadership in securing sufficient resources to ensure successful operations. Project Management &bull; Work with the CAS IT leadership to manage the annual workstation refresh process, procurement, and surplus of IT equipment. &bull; Set goals, establish timelines, manage resources, establish roles and allocate work, monitor/measure progress, take remedial action or celebrate project/team successes as appropriate. Other Projects &bull; Other projects and duties as assigned MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS &bull; Bachelor&rsquo;s in computer science or a related field, experience can be substituted for education. &bull; 2-3 years' experience in an IT role. Ideally with IT procurement as part of the role. Equivalent education/experience will substitute for all minimum qualifications except when there are legal requirements, such as a license/certification/registration ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS &bull; Familiarity with procurement processes, ITIL best practices and IT lifecycle tracking. &bull; Keep current with campus standards, technology developments and College guidelines to ensure that the highest standards of reliability and performance are met. &bull; Demonstrated experience working with minimal supervision, both independently and in a collaborative team environment and within deadlines. &bull; Demonstrated client service skills and the ability to work with personnel of various levels of technical background. &bull; Excellent written and oral communications skills. &bull; Self-motivated, resourceful, and proactive. &bull; Operationally minded with experience developing, implementing, and managing effective processes and systems. &bull; Strong organizational skills and attention to detail. &bull; Ability to exercise independent judgement and creatively solve problems. DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS &bull; Proven customer service orientation with a history of delivering high quality projects on time. &bull; Ability to translate complex issues into comprehensible ideas and concepts with both technical and non-technical staff. Application Process: The application process may include completion of a variety of online assessments to obtain additional information that will be used in the evaluation process. These assessments may include Work Authorization, Cover Letter and/or others. Any assessments that you need to complete will appear on your screen as soon as you select &ldquo;Apply to this position&rdquo;. Once you begin an assessment, it must be completed at that time; if you do not complete the assessment, you will be prompted to do so the next time you access your &ldquo;My Jobs&rdquo; page. If you select to take it later, it will appear on your &quot;My Jobs&quot; page to take when you are access ready. Please note that your application will not be reviewed, and you will not be considered for this position until all required assessments have been completed.
<p></p><p><b>Compensation, Benefits and Position Details
</b></p><p></p><p><b>Pay Range Minimum:
</b></p>$75,696.00 annual
<p><b>Pay Range Maximum:
</b></p>$123,000.00 annual
<p><b>Other Compensation:
</b></p><ul><li></li></ul><p><b>Benefits:
</b></p>For information about benefits for this position, visit https://www.washington.edu/jobs/benefits-for-uw-staff/
<p><b>Shift:
</b></p>First Shift (United States of America)
<p><b>Temporary or Regular?
</b></p>This is a regular position
<p><b>FTE (Full-Time Equivalent):
</b></p>100.00%
<p><b>Union/Bargaining Unit:
</b></p>Not Applicable
<p></p><p><b>About the UW
</b></p><p></p><p>Working at the University of Washington provides a unique opportunity to change lives &ndash; on our campuses, in our state and around the world.
</p><p></p><p>UW employees bring their boundless energy, creative problem-solving skills and dedication to building stronger minds and a healthier world. In return, they enjoy outstanding benefits, opportunities for professional growth and the chance to work in an environment known for its diversity, intellectual excitement, artistic pursuits and natural beauty.
</p><p></p><p><b>Our Commitment
</b></p><p></p><p>The University of Washington is proud to be an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer . All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.
</p><p></p><p>To request disability accommodation in the application process, contact the Disability Services Office at 206-543-6450 or dso@uw.edu .
</p><p></p><p>Applicants considered for this position will be required to disclose if they are the subject of any substantiated findings or current investigations related to sexual misconduct at their current employment and past employment. Disclosure is required under Washington state law .</p></div>

IT PROCUREMENT/SURPLUS AND SPECIAL PROJECTS

King County, WA

<div><div><div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Summary</b></h2></div>
<p></p><div><p><b>Please note that as part of the recruitment process, finalists will be expected to participate in an </b><b>in-person</b><b> forum at a location in Seattle, WA. This will take place approximately near the end of October or early November.</b></p><div><b>
Please also note the tentative schedule for this recruitment (this may be subject to change):</b></div><div><b>
Posting Closed: 10/12/25</b></div><div><b>
Technical Vetting Interviews: Week of 10/20/25</b></div><div><b>
Panel Interviews: Week of 10/27/25</b></div><div><b>
IN-PERSON</b><b> Open House Forum: Week of 11/3/25</b></div><div><b>
Final Interviews: Week of 11/7/25</b></div><div></div><p><b><br>
About the Role:</b></p><p>
King County Parks is seeking an energetic and motivated people leader to manage the division&rsquo;s Finance, Budget and Planning section. This position, part of the Parks Leadership Team, reports to the Division Director and is responsible for overseeing budget development, business planning, levy (rate) planning, contract and procurement management, financial monitoring and policy compliance, accounting, fiscal administration, financial systems reporting, payroll, and other administrative support functions. This is a great opportunity to contribute to budget planning and help shape the financial future of Parks.</p><p>
This position performs work remotely and onsite.</p><p><b>
About the Team:</b></p><p>
The Finance, Budget, and Planning section leads financial forecasting and strategic planning for the successful development and implementation of the Parks, Trails, and Open Space Levy. It also supports key functions like biennial budget development, business planning, accounting, payroll, procurement, and contract administration, all vital to the growing Capital Improvement Program (CIP).</p><p><b>
Commitment to Equity, Racial and Social Justice:</b></p><p>
King County, named after Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., is a diverse and vibrant community that represents cultures from around the world. Our True North is to create a welcoming community where everyone can thrive. We prioritize equity, racial and social justice, making it a foundational and daily expectation for all employees. As Finance, Budget, and Planning Manager you will actively apply these principles in all aspects of your work. Learn more about our commitment at http://www.kingcounty.gov/equity.</p><div><b><br>
Apply now for a rewarding career at the Parks Division of King County Department of Natural Resources &amp; Parks (DNRP). Join our talented workforce in protecting and restoring the natural environment and promoting more resilient, sustainable, and equitable communities. Enjoy training, </b><b>comprehensive benefits</b><b>, and growth opportunities.</b></div></div><p></p>
<div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Job Duties</b></h2></div>
<p></p><div><p><b>What You Will Be Doing</b><b>:</b></p><ul><li>
Manage the Finance, Budget, and Planning section of the division, providing leadership and supervision of section staff.</li><li>
Oversee the development, implementation, and administration of long-range financial planning and forecasting, including the Parks Levy financial model and other financial plans.</li><li>
Provide financial direction, strategic planning, and policy recommendations using an equity and social justice lens.</li><li>
Oversee the development, implementation and oversight of division&rsquo;s business plan and biennial budget process.</li><li>
Manage the division&rsquo;s financial tracking and reporting systems, including the oversight of the division&rsquo;s accounting functions and other control and administration activities.</li><li>
Be a partner in supporting the delivery of the Parks Capital Improvement Program (CIP) through procurement planning and comprehensive contract administration expertise.</li><li>
Present budget, financial, procurement, policy, and legislation/legal information to a variety of audiences, including division leadership and staff, executive and legislative staff, auditors, and external stakeholders as needed.</li><li>
Manage and provide oversight of the division&rsquo;s interactions with the Parks Levy Oversight Board.</li><li>
Manage division relationships with county central service agencies such as Information Technology, Finance &amp; Business Operations, Performance, Strategy &amp; Budget Office, Risk Management and Prosecuting Attorney&rsquo;s Office.</li><li>
Work with department and division leadership and colleagues in the identification of strategic imperatives and facilitate the prioritization of initiatives and resources.</li><li>
Participate as a member of the division&rsquo;s senior leadership team in planning and implementing overall division objectives and support the delivery of the Parks mission.</li></ul></div><p></p>
<div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Experience, Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills</b></h2></div>
<p></p><div><p><b>Qualifications You Bring</b><b>:</b></p><ul><li>
A minimum of five (5) years of work experience in public sector budgeting, accounting, administration, and finance.</li><li>
Experience supervising or leading large teams overseeing financial functions, especially in a remote setting.</li><li>
Contract/procurement oversight experience.</li><li>
Experience making presentations and participating in high profile negotiations involving multiple stakeholders.</li><li>
The ability to communicate effectively and present information to a variety of diverse audiences using a range of communication platforms.</li><li>
Working knowledge of generally accepted financial, accounting, budgeting, procurement, contracting, auditing, administration and internal control principles and techniques, continuous improvement, data collection and reporting systems.</li><li>
Ability to make decisions in a timely manner under tight deadlines and pressure.</li><li>
Demonstrated experience managing all individuals equitably with a focus on employee engagement and development.</li></ul><p><b>
Competencies You Bring</b><b>:</b></p><ul><li><b>
Customer Focus</b>: Building strong customer relationships and delivering customer-centric solutions.</li><li><b>
Manages Complexity</b>: Making sense of complex, high quantity, and sometimes contradictory information to effectively solve problems.</li><li><b>
Strategic Mindset</b>: Seeing ahead to future possibilities and translating them into breakthrough strategies.</li><li><b>
Ensures Accountability</b>: Holding self and others accountable to meet commitments.</li><li><b>
Communicates Effectively</b>: Developing and delivering multi-mode communications that convey a clear understanding of the unique needs of different audiences.</li><li><b>
Instills Trust</b>: Gaining the confidence and trust of others through honesty, integrity, and authenticity.</li><li><b>
Drives Engagement</b>: Creating a climate where people are motivated to do their best to help the organization achieve its objectives.</li><li><b>
Collaborates</b>: Building partnerships and working collaboratively with others to meet shared objectives.</li></ul><p><b>
Preferred Qualifications:</b></p><ul><li>
Demonstrated experience in supervising and mentoring other managers or supervisors.</li><li>
Experience developing, planning, and administrating voter-approved levies or funding strategies.</li><li>
Demonstrated experience leading and implementing change management initiatives to drive organizational change.</li></ul></div><p></p>
<div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Supplemental Information</b></h2></div>
<p></p><div><p><b>Working Conditions:</b></p><ul><li><b>
Remote and Onsite Work Details: </b>Employees in this role work remotely from a home location, with onsite reporting requirements typically two (2) day per week. The frequency of onsite work is determined by business needs and may be adjusted accordingly. Onsite reporting locations may be at various King County worksites including the collaboration space at King Street Center (201 S. Jackson St, Seattle, WA 98104). This work arrangement promotes work-life-balance and reduces carbon footprint under the department&rsquo;s vision of Green Where We Work.</li><li><b>
Remote Work Location Requirement</b><b>:</b> Employees must reside in Washington State and be within a reasonable distance to King County worksites to meet onsite reporting requirements.</li><li><b>
Work Schedule:</b> This full-time position works a 40-hour work week. This position is exempt from the overtime provision of the Fair Labor Standard Act (FLSA) and is not overtime eligible.</li><li><b>
Union Representation</b><b>:</b> This position is not represented by a union.</li></ul><p><b>
Application and Selection Process:</b></p><p>
We welcome applications from all qualified applicants. We value diversity, diverse perspectives and life experience and encourage people of all background to apply.</p><p>
Application materials will be screened for clarity, completeness and alignment with the experience, qualifications, knowledge, and skills essential for this role to determine which candidates may be invited to participate in one or more panel interviews.</p><p>
To apply, submit a:</p><ul><li><b>
Complete Application</b></li><li><b>
Resume</b></li><li><b>
Cover Letter</b></li></ul><p>
Note: Additional documents won't be considered during minimum qualification screening.</p><p><b>
Who to Contact:</b> For more information regarding this recruitment, please contact Jessica Fuqua at jfuqua@kingcounty.gov.</p><p><b>
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Together, with leadership and our employees, we're changing the way government delivers service and winning national recognition as a model of excellence. Are you ready to make a difference? </b><b>Come join the team</b><b> dedicated to serving one of the nation's best places to live, work and play.</b><br>
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Guided by our &quot;True North&quot;, we are making King County a welcoming community where every person can thrive. We value diversity, inclusion and belonging in our workplace and workforce. To reach this goal we are committed to workforce equity. Equitable recruiting, support, and retention is how we will obtain the highest quality workforce in our region; a workforce that shares and will help advance our guiding principles - we are one team; we solve problems; we focus on the customer; we drive for results; we are racially just; we respect all people; we lead the way; and we are responsible stewards. We encourage people of all backgrounds and identities to apply, including Native American and people of color, immigrants, refugees, women, LGBTQ+, people living with disabilities, and veterans.<p></p><p><b><br>
King County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Employer</b></p><p>
No person is unlawfully excluded from employment opportunities based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex (including gender identity, sexual orientation and pregnancy), age, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or other protected class. Our EEO policy applies to all employment actions, including but not limited to recruitment, hiring, selection for training, promotion, transfer, demotion, layoff, termination, rates of pay or other forms of compensation.</p><p><b>
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Finance, Budget & Planning Manager

Umoja Biopharma

<div><div><p>Umoja Biopharma is a game-changing biotech start-up with locations in Seattle, WA and Louisville, CO, focused on transforming the treatment of cancer with a novel integrated immunotherapy platform. Our vision is to develop off-the-shelf therapies capable of treating any tumor, any time. We are a diverse and growing team working in brand-new facilities in downtown Seattle, Washington, and Louisville, Colorado, and we are looking for innovative thinkers who are excited by groundbreaking science and technology, and passionate about squaring up to the challenges inherent to cutting edge drug development. We are committed to the principles of Diversity Equity and Inclusion and strongly invite applications from enthusiastic individuals who share our commitment and help position Umoja as a leader in this front.</p>
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We at Umoja believe in the importance of stories; we are looking for great people to join our team to help us create more stories for ourselves, for you, and most importantly for patients and their families.</p>
<p>
Umoja Biopharma &ndash; Your Body. Your Hope. Your Cure.</p></div><p><b>
POSITION SUMMARY</b><b>
</b></p><p>The Sr. Director of Clinical Operations will build and lead the Clinical Operations function at Umoja Biopharma, providing strategic oversight and operational leadership for all clinical development activities. This individual will be accountable for the design, planning, execution, and reporting of clinical trials across the portfolio, while establishing the infrastructure, processes, and team needed to scale clinical development as the company grows. The ideal candidate brings deep clinical operations expertise in biotech, proven leadership in building high-performing teams, and the agility to thrive in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment.</p>
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CORE ACCOUNTABILITIES</b></p>
<p><b>
Specific responsibilities include:
</b></p><ul><li>Build and lead the Clinical Operations organization, including hiring, mentoring, and developing a high-performing team.</li>
<li>Provide strategic and operational leadership for the planning and execution of early- and late-phase clinical trials, ensuring adherence to timelines, budgets, and quality standards.</li>
<li>Oversee selection, management, and performance of CROs, vendors, and clinical trial sites.</li>
<li>Partner closely with Clinical Development, Regulatory, Biometrics, CMC, Medical Affairs, and other cross-functional leaders to advance programs.</li>
<li>Develop and implement clinical operations policies, SOPs, and best practices to ensure compliance with GCP, ICH, and global regulatory requirements.</li>
<li>Anticipate and mitigate risks to clinical program execution; provide proactive solutions to keep programs on track.</li>
<li>Contribute to long-range clinical strategy and portfolio planning, providing operational insight and recommendations.</li>
<li>Represent Clinical Operations at internal governance forums, with external partners, and (as appropriate) with investigators, regulators, and key stakeholders.</li>
<li>Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, and patient focus within the Clinical Operations function.</li>
</ul>
<p><b> </b><b>The successful candidate will have:</b></p>
<ul>
<li><b>Senior Director Level:</b> Bachelor's degree in life sciences or related field required; advanced degree preferred with 12+ years of experience in clinical research/clinical operations within biotechnology or pharmaceutical companies, with at least 5 years in a senior leadership role.</li>
<li><b>Executive Director Level: </b>Bachelor's degree in life sciences or related field required; advanced degree preferred with 15+ years of experience in clinical research/clinical operations within biotechnology or pharmaceutical companies, with at least 7 years in a senior leadership role.</li>
<li>Proven track record of building and leading Clinical Operations teams, ideally within an emerging or growing biotech.</li>
<li>Demonstrated experience successfully managing all aspects of global clinical trials from Phase 1 through Phase 3.</li>
<li>Strong understanding of GCP, ICH guidelines, and global regulatory requirements.</li>
<li>Experience in vendor selection and oversight, including CROs and central labs.</li>
<li>Exceptional leadership, communication, and collaboration skills.</li>
<li>Strategic thinker with a hands-on, roll-up-the-sleeves approach suitable for an entrepreneurial environment.</li>
<li>Passion for improving patient lives through innovative therapies.</li>
</ul>
<p><b>Physical Requirements:
</b></p><ul><li>Ability to travel up to 2 days/month</li>
<li>Ability to work onsite at least 2 days/week</li>
</ul>
<p><b>Senior Director Level Salary Range: $223,635 - $276,255</b></p>
<p><b>
Executive Director Level Salary Range: $245,565 - $303,345</b></p><p></p><div><h4 class="jobSectionHeader"><b><br>
Benefits Offerings</b></h4>
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Umoja Biopharma offers its employees competitive Medical, Dental, and Vision plans. Additionally, we offer Umojians access to a 401k plan through Fidelity, with a 100% match up to their first 4% deferral. Umoja also provides a generous Paid Time Off policy, employee commuter benefits, and cell phone stipend. For a full breakdown of our benefits offerings, please see the </i><b><i>Benefits</i></b><i> section of our website.</i></p></div></div>

Senior Director, Clinical Operations

Great Day Improvements: A Family of Brands

<div>Overview:
<p><b>
Great Day Improvements / Patio Enclosures - Director of Branch Operations</b></p><div></div><div><br>
As thehe Director of Branch Operations, you will play a critical leadership role in driving operational excellence, efficiency, and profitability across the Patio Division brands. This position leads branch-level operational strategy and execution, ensuring consistent adherence to company processes, delivery of exceptional customer experiences, and achievement of financial targets.</div><div></div><div><br>
Reporting to the Vice President of Branch Operations, the Director partners with Regional Operations Managers, Area Installation Managers, and other operational leaders to identify improvement opportunities, execute process enhancements, and support both established and new branch locations. The Director is also responsible for building high-performing operational teams, leading special projects, and ensuring that branches are positioned for sustainable growth.</div><div></div><div><b><br>
Compensation Structure:</b></div><ul><li>
Car Allowance - $7,200</li><li>
Revenue Growth Bonus (Paid Monthly)
</li><li>EBITDA Bonus (Calculated Monthly, Paid Quarterly, expansion add backs removed from calculation during addback period)</li><li>
Customer Satisfaction (Paid Monthly)
</li></ul>Responsibilities:
<div><b>
Strategic and Operational Leadership</b><br>
<ul><li>Develop and implement branch operational strategies that align with corporate goals and direction from the Vice President of Branch Operations.</li><li>Collaborate with the Vice President to establish short- and long-term objectives for existing and new markets.</li><li>Lead operational readiness for new branch launches, including staffing, training, and process implementation.</li><li>Partner with corporate functions (Manufacturing, Engineering, HR, Finance, Marketing) to ensure operational excellence and support cross-functional initiatives.</li></ul></div><div></div><div><b><br>
Operational Execution and Process Compliance</b><br>
<ul><li>Oversee installation operations, ensuring timely, high-quality completion of projects in accordance with company standards.</li><li>Ensure all branches maintain a rolling 8-week installation schedule, updated calendars, and accurate monthly revenue projections.</li><li>Monitor and enforce adherence to operational processes, service procedures, and safety programs.</li><li>Provide additional training where gaps in process execution are identified.</li><li>Drive service excellence by ensuring accurate and timely service reporting.</li></ul></div><div></div><div><b><br>
Financial Performance</b><br>
<ul><li>Partner with the Vice President to develop annual revenue goals and budgets for branch operations in alignment with corporate objectives.</li><li>Analyze job costing, contribution margins, and branch P&amp;L performance to identify improvement opportunities.</li><li>Control costs within budgetary guidelines and ensure revenue forecasts are met.</li><li>Lead initiatives to improve operational metrics, gross profit, and overall profitability.</li></ul></div><div></div><div><b><br>
People Development and Leadership Culture</b><br>
<ul><li>Serve as a leadership role model, setting a high standard for operational discipline, collaboration, and urgency.</li><li>Develop, mentor, and support operational leaders (Regional Operations Managers, Area Installation Managers) to build a strong leadership pipeline.</li><li>Partner with the Vice President and training teams to refresh and evolve operational training programs.</li><li>Create an environment of trust, accountability, and open communication across branches.</li></ul></div><div></div><div><b><br>
Skills and Competencies</b><br>
<ul><li>Metric-focused and results-driven with a strong sense of urgency.</li><li>Adaptable and able to thrive in a fast-paced, high-change environment.</li><li>Ability to lead through influence and collaboration across multiple business units.</li><li>Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to develop practical, scalable solutions.</li><li>Inspirational leader who accelerates adoption of best practices and motivates teams to deliver results.</li></ul></div><div></div><div><b><br>
Travel &amp; Work Location Requirements:</b><br>
This is a field-based support position that requires significant travel to branches and markets across the assigned district. It is not a home-based or single-location role. The expectation is that the Director will be in the field approximately three weeks out of every four each month or up to 75% of the time, providing on-site coaching, training, and leadership support. Flexibility in travel schedule will be required to meet business needs.</div><div></div><div><b><br>
Performance Expectations:</b></div><ul><li>Core Branch Business (Existing Regions):</li><li>Achieve EBITDA of at least 10%, or ahead of forecast.</li><li>Achieve a Gross Profit % of at least 52%, or ahead of forecast.</li><li>Maintain annual revenue growth of 15% or higher.</li><li>Maintain a Customer Referability Rating of at least 65%.</li><li>Keep Accounts Receivable below 10% of monthly installed revenue.</li><li>Expansion Branches:</li><li>Achieve forecasted EBITDA and Gross Profit, with EBITDA % improving year over year.</li><li>Keep Accounts Receivable below 15% of monthly installed revenue.</li><li>Maintain a Customer Referability Rating of at least 65%.</li><li>Ensure profitability within 12 months of market launch.</li></ul>
Qualifications:
<div><b>
Required:</b><br>
<ul><li>10+ years of leadership experience in branch operations, general management, or related fields.</li><li>Proven track record of improving operational performance in multi-location environments.</li><li>Strong data-driven decision-making skills and the ability to translate metrics into action.</li><li>Experience leading large, distributed teams in high-growth or fast-paced industries.</li></ul></div><div></div><div><b><br>
Preferred:</b><br>
<ul><li>Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in business, construction management, or related field.</li><li>Residential or commercial construction industry experience.</li><li>Background in launching and scaling new branch locations</li></ul></div><div></div><div><br>
GDI is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer</div><div>
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Director of Branch Operations

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