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ems category manager

Motorola Solutions

<div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Company Overview</b></h2><p>
At Motorola Solutions, we believe that everything starts with our people. We&rsquo;re a global close-knit community, united by the relentless pursuit to help keep people safer everywhere. Our critical communications, video security and command center technologies support public safety agencies and enterprises alike, enabling the coordination that&rsquo;s critical for safer communities, safer schools, safer hospitals and safer businesses. Connect with a career that matters, and help us build a safer future.<br>
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<b>Department Overview</b></h2>
Our Supply Chain and Procurement organization operates in a fast-paced, dynamic environment, delivering best-in-class communications equipment and solutions to customers worldwide. We strive to be a trusted advisor to our business partners, providing innovative solutions that maximize value for their sourcing needs.<br>
This role requires a procurement and supplier expert with strong commercial and contractual experience in strategic sourcing and category management. You will implement high-quality, innovative, and cost-effective methodologies to support company and departmental objectives. This position involves collaborating with cross-functional teams, fostering a cooperative environment. Exceptional verbal and written communication, strong organizational skills, and effective time management are essential.<h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><br>
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Job Description</b></h2><p><b>
Overview:
</b></p><p>We are seeking an experienced and results-oriented Global EMS Category Manager to take ownership of our Electronics Manufacturing Services (EMS) supplier portfolio. This is a strategic role focused on developing, executing, and optimizing a global category strategy to deliver competitive advantage, drive significant cost savings, and ensure long-term supply chain resilience. The ideal candidate will transform supplier relationships into strategic partnerships and act as a key driver of continuous improvement and innovation within the EMS category.</p><p></p><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>
Key Strategic Responsibilities:</b></h2><p>
The EMS Category Manager is responsible for elevating the EMS supply base from a transactional relationship to a strategic, performance-driven partnership.</p><p></p><ul><li><p><b>
Global EMS Category Strategy Leadership:</b></p><ul><li><p>
Develop, deploy, and execute a comprehensive Global EMS Category Strategy that aligns with the company's long-term product roadmap and operational goals.</p></li><li><p>
Identify and capitalize on market trends, geopolitical shifts, and technological advancements within the EMS sector to proactively position our supply chain for competitive advantage.</p></li></ul></li></ul><p><br>
</p><ul><li><p><b>Supplier Relationship and Performance Management:</b></p><ul><li><p>
Own the strategic relationship with Global EMS suppliers, establishing senior-level engagement and joint business planning.</p></li><li><p>
Implement robust supplier performance management frameworks, focusing on continuous improvement in quality, delivery, cost , and innovation).</p></li><li><p>
Act as the final point of commercial and strategic escalation for complex cross-functional and operational issues, driving root cause resolution and systemic process improvements.
</p></li></ul></li></ul><p></p><ul><li><p><b>Strategic Sourcing and Commercial Excellence:</b></p><ul><li><p>
Lead complex, global business quotation exercises and strategic sourcing initiatives, utilizing advanced financial modeling and total cost of ownership (TCO) analysis to guide project awards.</p></li><li><p>
Conduct high-stakes, sophisticated cost negotiations that secure competitive and sustainable pricing structures, moving beyond short-term tactical savings to long-term commercial models.</p></li><li><p>
Negotiate, draft, and finalize multi-year, strategic Global EMS Master Service Agreements (MSAs) and Supply Agreements, ensuring favorable terms, intellectual property protection, and robust risk mitigation clauses.</p></li></ul></li></ul><p></p><ul><li><p><b>
Cost Management and Value Engineering:</b></p><ul><li><p>
Design and execute an aggressive, on-going cost improvement and annual cost reduction roadmap (e.g., Value Engineering, VA/VE, Design-to-Cost initiatives) in collaboration with Engineering and Operations teams.</p></li><li><p>
Utilize strong data analysis skills to interpret market intelligence, commodity trends, and EMS cost drivers to develop predictive costing models and drive data-backed negotiations.</p></li></ul></li></ul><p></p><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>
Requirements</b><b>:</b></h2><ul><li><p>
Education: Must have at least a Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Engineering, or a related field.</p></li><li><p>
Experience: Minimum 5 years of prior experience and a proven track record in successfully managing and strategically sourcing Global EMS suppliers within a high-growth or complex technology/manufacturing environment.</p></li></ul><p></p><p><b>
Skills:</b></p><ul><li><p>
Effective strategic problem-solving skills and exceptional negotiation skills with a focus on win-win, long-term outcomes.</p></li><li><p>
Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills with proven ability to work and influence people from various levels (from operations floor to executive leadership) and functions (Engineering, Finance, Legal).</p></li><li><p>
Strong data analysis skills and a deep understanding of forecasting methods, cost drivers, and TCO methodologies in the EMS space.</p></li><li><p>
High proficiency in MS Office / Google Documents; specifically, advanced MS Excel / Google Sheets skills (e.g., pivot tables, advanced formulas, financial modeling).</p></li><li><p>
Demonstrated ability to strategically manage multiple priorities and projects in a fast-paced, dynamic global environment.</p></li></ul><p></p><ul><li><p>
Traits: Energetic, Positive, Executive Presence, with a Team Player personality.</p></li><li><p>
Location: Chicago, IL. and the surrounding metropolitan area</p></li><li><p>
Added Advantages: Spanish language proficiency and prior experience with complex project management (e.g., NPI/NPD launches, strategic transitions) in a procurement capacity.</p></li></ul><p></p><p>
Target Base Salary Range: $130,000.00 - $155,000.00</p><p></p><p>
Consistent with Motorola Solutions values and applicable law, we provide the following information to promote pay transparency and equity. Pay within this range varies and depends on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. The actual offer will be based on the individual candidate.</p><p><br>
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Basic Requirements</b></h2><ul><li><p>
5+ years of experience in procurement, supply chain or similar business experience</p></li><li><p>
Legal authorization to work in the U.S. indefinitely is required. Employer work permit sponsorship is not available for this position.</p></li></ul><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b><br>
Travel Requirements</b></h2>
Under 10%<h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><br>
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Relocation Provided</b></h2>
None<h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><br>
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Position Type</b></h2>
Experienced<h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><br>
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Referral Payment Plan</b></h2>
Yes<p></p><p><b>
Our U.S. Benefits include:</b></p><ul><li><p>
Incentive Bonus Plans</p></li><li><p>
Medical, Dental, Vision benefits</p></li><li><p>
401K with Company Match</p></li><li><p>
10 Paid Holidays</p></li><li><p>
Generous Paid Time Off Packages</p></li><li><p>
Employee Stock Purchase Plan</p></li><li><p>
Paid Parental &amp; Family Leave</p></li><li><p>
and more!</p></li></ul><p><b><i><br>
EEO Statement</i></b></p><p></p><p>
Motorola Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other legally-protected characteristic.</p><p></p><p>
We are proud of our people-first and community-focused culture, empowering every Motorolan to be their most authentic self and to do their best work to deliver on the promise of a safer world. If you&rsquo;d like to join our team but feel that you don&rsquo;t quite meet all of the preferred skills, we&rsquo;d still love to hear why you think you&rsquo;d be a great addition to our team.</p><p></p><p>
We&rsquo;re committed to providing an inclusive and accessible recruiting experience for candidates with disabilities, or other physical or mental health conditions. To request an accommodation, please complete this Reasonable Accommodations Form so we can assist you.</p></div><p></p>

EMS Category Manager

Google

<div>Note: By applying to this position you will have an opportunity to share your preferred working location from the following: <b>Chicago, IL, USA; Sunnyvale, CA, USA</b>.<h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>
Minimum qualifications:</b></h3><ul>
<li>Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, Operations Management, Finance, a related field, or equivalent practical experience.</li>
<li>14 years of experience in multi-disciplined procurement, leading strategy development, execution and sourcing, a related function, or 12 years of experience with an advanced degree.</li>
<li>8 years of experience managing category strategy and sourcing teams within media or related areas.</li>
<li>Experience managing people/teams.</li></ul><br>
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Preferred qualifications:</b></h3><ul>
<li>MBA or Master's degree.</li>
<li>Experience leading and facilitating cross-functional/global teams, managing/influencing executive professionals and managers, and establishing performance expectations.</li>
<li>Experience leading teams through multi-year organizational transformation, including managing multiple tasks and delivering results from strategy to execution.</li>
<li>Experience leading complex agreement negotiations and achieving significant cost and value benefits.</li>
<li>Expertise in media including global media trends, emerging ad-tech, agency models, regulatory changes, and pricing benchmarks.</li>
<li>Exceptional communication, presentation, and people management skills, with the ability to influence and build credibility with executive-level stakeholders.</li>
</ul><div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>About the job</b></h2><p>
In the Google Procurement Organization (GPO), our aim is to unlock the value for Google to reinvest in what matters most. We do this by bringing velocity, efficiency, and security to buying at Google, while partnering deeply across Google to deliver solutions fit for purpose. As a centralized organization operating in a high complexity environment, we bring &quot;one voice&quot; to stakeholders and suppliers to ensure the best outcomes. Our organization fosters a culture of collaboration and innovation while providing opportunities for ongoing career growth and development.</p><p>
Within the Google Procurement Organization, the Category Management team partners closely with key stakeholders to help shape and implement procurement strategies. The Category team is responsible for developing and driving holistic category strategies, managing stakeholder relationships, and bringing excellence to Google-wide sourcing, supplier, and contract management.</p><div>
As the Head of Media Category Management, you will be responsible for pioneering innovative category and sourcing strategies, cultivating strategic supplier relationships, and optimizing spend categories through data-driven insights to unlock value for Google.</div>
The US base salary range for this full-time position is $205,000-$288,000 + bonus + equity + benefits. Our salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range for your preferred location during the hiring process.<div></div><div><br>
Please note that the compensation details listed in US role postings reflect the base salary only, and do not include bonus, equity, or benefits. Learn more about benefits at Google.</div></div><div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>
Responsibilities</b></h2><ul>
<li>Lead and own multi-year global category strategies for media and sponsorships to drive business priorities while delivering value and innovation.</li>
<li>Drive maximum value through a deep understanding of media and sponsorship ecosystems, including agency compensation models, digital media platforms, programmatic buying, measurement, and major sponsorship valuation methodologies.</li>
<li>Establish and foster partnership with product area/functional stakeholders, and strategic suppliers, acting as a business partner and liaison to drive innovation and category transformation.</li>
<li>Lead and develop multiple cross-functional teams in the execution of major category initiatives to ensure delivery across end-to-end procurement process, lead and own the development and compliance tracking of category specific policies and performance metrics, and lead the translation of rapidly evolving category market trends and leading practices into opportunities for Google.</li>
</ul></div>Google is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. See also Google's EEO Policy and EEO is the Law. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know by completing our Accommodations for Applicants form.</div>

Head of Media Category Management, Google Procurement Organization

BMO Financial Group

320 S Canal Street Chicago Illinois,60606
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<div><p>Works with stakeholders to develop and implement innovative sourcing and demand management strategies to achieve business and cost management objectives, minimize risk associated with BMO&rsquo;s supplier spend, and ensure robust supplier relationships. This includes directly negotiating with suppliers, providing effective challenge where appropriate to secure optimal outcomes, and overseeing contract management to ensure compliance and value delivery.</p><ul><li>
Acts as a trusted advisor to assigned business/group.</li><li>
Influences and negotiates to achieve business objectives.</li><li>
Recommends and implements solutions based on analysis of issues and implications for the business.</li><li>
Assists in the development of strategic plans. Identifies emerging issues and trends to inform decision-making.</li><li>
Manages and implements sourcing strategy projects throughout their lifecycle, leveraging appropriate systems and tools to ensure accurate and up to date reporting on project progress and issues. Includes competitive events and conducting supplier contract negotiations.</li><li>
Manages sourcing category/supply chain initiatives end-to-end.</li><li>
Develops Category Management Framework and Sourcing Strategy.</li><li>
Directs the development of sourcing strategies/ recommendations.</li><li>
Drives end to end execution of sourcing category initiatives.</li><li>
Helps determine business priorities and best sequence for execution of business/group strategy.</li><li>
Conducts analysis to inform strategic recommendations; develops business cases to assess opportunities.</li><li>
Breaks down strategic problems, and analyses data and information to provide insights and recommendations.</li><li>
Leads change management programs of varying scope and type, including readiness assessments, planning, stakeholder management, execution, evaluation and sustainment of initiatives.</li><li>
Communicates with stakeholders to reach objectives in a timely manner.</li><li>
Leads the execution of the sourcing strategy including the development and management of the project throughout its lifecycle.</li><li>
Plans and conduct sourcing events (e.g. RFI, RFP, contract negotiation/renewal, etc.)</li><li>
Provides market assessment to identify preferred suppliers.</li><li>
Evaluates and selects Supplier.</li><li>
Performs Initial Supplier Risk Assessment</li><li>
Creates, modifies, renews, terminates contracts as required.</li><li>
Participates in the design, implementation and management of core business/group processes and process improvements.</li><li>
Gather industry knowledge and communicate market trends affecting the assigned spend categories pro-actively to internal stakeholder.</li><li>
Works with stakeholders to develop category and/or sub-category sourcing strategies/opportunities, supplier selection, due diligence and contract negotiations while achieving targeted savings and business objectives.</li><li>
Builds effective relationships with internal/external stakeholders and ensures alignment between stakeholders. Includes developing an understanding of business partner needs and expectations.</li><li>
Provides advice and guidance to assigned business/group on implementation of solutions concerning category and supplier strategies, including the end-to-end risk management requirements associated with Outsourcing and Supplier Risk (OSR).</li><li>
Applies a disciplined methodology and procurement policies to the procurement of goods and services.</li><li>
Conducts analysis and develops insights and recommendations that are actionable in alignment with project/program goals.</li><li>
Develops solutions and makes recommendations based on an understanding of the business strategy and stakeholder needs.</li><li>
Collaborates in the management of sourcing category initiatives end-to-end. Identifies areas of opportunity through analyses of industries and supply markets, cost models for products and services, supplier category spend, and the performance of key suppliers in the market.</li><li>
Work with suppliers to create value/savings and mitigate risk.</li><li>
Incorporates market leading process and practices, to mitigate risk, to drive innovation and to maximize overall value for assigned sourcing categories and portfolios.</li><li>
Identifies, develops and implements demand management and cost reduction opportunities, optimizes sourcing strategies, identifies and mitigates supplier risk and negotiates effective controls all through the supplier engagement process.</li><li>
Prepares project plans and keep key stakeholders informed of the process and progress.</li><li>
Manage multiple programs/projects simultaneously and resolve conflicting priorities and objectives.</li><li>
Designs and produces regular and ad-hoc reports, and dashboards.</li><li>
Uses performance measures to monitor and track performance, and address any issues.</li><li>
Builds change management plans of varying scope and type; leads or participates in a variety of change management activities including readiness assessments, planning, stakeholder management, execution, evaluation and sustainment of initiatives.</li><li>
Maintains knowledge of leading procurement practices and promote adoption of procurement standards.</li><li>
Continuously upgrade knowledge on event and sourcing methodologies with a specific focus on strategic category development.</li><li>
Effectively communicate key messages/recommendations/results to all managerial levels.</li><li>
Provides input into the planning and implementation of operational programs.</li><li>
Focus is primarily on business/group within BMO; may have broader, enterprise-wide focus.</li><li>
Provides specialized consulting, analytical and technical support.</li><li>
Exercises judgment to identify, diagnose, and solve problems within given rules.</li><li>
Works independently and regularly handles non-routine situations.</li><li>
Broader work or accountabilities may be assigned as needed.<p><b>
Qualifications:</b></p></li><li>
Typically between 5 - 7 years of relevant strategic sourcing, supply chain and/or procurement work experience and post-secondary degree in related field of study or an equivalent combination of education and experience.</li><li>
Experience in most areas of sourcing.</li><li>
Knowledge of direct sourcing/procurement processes, procedures and controls - In-depth.</li><li>
Knowledge of relevant risk and regulatory requirements - In-depth.</li><li>
Knowledge of Sourcing in Financial Services or Technology industries - In-depth.</li><li>
Knowledge of business analysis, project delivery practices and standards across the project lifecycle - In-depth.</li><li>
Excel and spreadsheet analysis &ndash; In-depth.</li><li>
Negotiation knowledge, skill and ability &ndash; In-depth.</li><li>
Knowledge of sourcing and procurement systems and applications.</li><li>
Financial Services, Financial or Cost Management experience.</li><li>
Knowledge of the group/business environment and processes and procedures.</li><li>
Experience in compiling, synthesizing and drawing insights from a variety of research sources.</li><li>
Demonstrated ability to assess risks including identifying, quantifying and prioritizing risks.</li><li>
Interpersonal and organizational skills - In-depth</li><li>
Verbal &amp; written communication skills - In-depth.</li><li>
Collaboration &amp; team skills - In-depth.</li><li>
Analytical and problem solving skills - In-depth.</li><li>
Influence skills - In-depth.</li><li>
Data driven decision making - In-depth.</li></ul>
<p><b>Salary:</b></p><p>
$81,400.00 - $151,800.00</p><p><b>
Pay Type:</b></p><p>
Salaried</p><p>
The above represents BMO Financial Group&rsquo;s pay range and type.</p><p>
Salaries will vary based on factors such as location, skills, experience, education, and qualifications for the role, and may include a commission structure. Salaries for part-time roles will be pro-rated based on number of hours regularly worked. For commission roles, the salary listed above represents BMO Financial Group&rsquo;s expected target for the first year in this position.</p><p>
BMO Financial Group&rsquo;s total compensation package will vary based on the pay type of the position and may include performance-based incentives, discretionary bonuses, as well as other perks and rewards. BMO also offers health insurance, tuition reimbursement, accident and life insurance, and retirement savings plans. To view more details of our benefits, please visit: https://jobs.bmo.com/global/en/Total-Rewards</p>
<p><b>About Us</b></p><p>
At BMO we are driven by a shared Purpose: Boldly Grow the Good in business and life. It calls on us to create lasting, positive change for our customers, our communities and our people. By working together, innovating and pushing boundaries, we transform lives and businesses, and power economic growth around the world.</p><p>
As a member of the BMO team you are valued, respected and heard, and you have more ways to grow and make an impact. We strive to help you make an impact from day one &ndash; for yourself and our customers. We&rsquo;ll support you with the tools and resources you need to reach new milestones, as you help our customers reach theirs. From in-depth training and coaching, to manager support and network-building opportunities, we&rsquo;ll help you gain valuable experience, and broaden your skillset.</p><p>
To find out more visit us at https://jobs.bmo.com/us/en
</p><p>BMO is proud to be an equal employment opportunity employer. We evaluate applicants without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, transgender status, sexual stereotypes, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or any other legally protected characteristics. We also consider applicants with criminal histories, consistent with applicable federal, state and local law.</p><p>
BMO is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment process, please send an e-mail to BMOCareers.Support@bmo.com and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.</p><p>
Note to Recruiters: BMO does not accept unsolicited resumes from any source other than directly from a candidate. Any unsolicited resumes sent to BMO, directly or indirectly, will be considered BMO property. BMO will not pay a fee for any placement resulting from the receipt of an unsolicited resume. A recruiting agency must first have a valid, written and fully executed agency agreement contract for service to submit resumes.</p></div>

Strategic Sourcing Manager

Cushman & Wakefield

<div><p><b>Job Title</b></p>
Janitorial Services Program Lead (Procurement)<p></p><p><b>
Job Description Summary</b></p>
We are seeking a highly knowledgeable and experienced Janitorial Services Program Lead. The ideal candidate will possess expertise in procurement of janitorial services, including pricing strategies (to ensure cost-effective solutions without compromising quality), cleaning methods, products, and knowledge of industry best practices and emerging trends to continuously improve janitorial services. This role involves providing guidance and strategy, developing program materials, and developing a robust preferred supplier program. This role requires strong leadership, excellent organizational skills, the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and the ability to consult and understand C&amp;W business units and our client&rsquo;s needs.<p><b>
Job Description</b></p><div><p><b>
Responsibilities:
</b></p><p></p><p>Leadership-</p><ul><li>
Creates a working environment that encourages high performance and innovation.</li><li>
Becomes a trusted advisor and subject matter expert within the janitorial category.</li><li>
Flexibility, adaptability &amp; conflict resolution to enable the delivery of procurement and client account goals.</li><li>
Promotes compliance with C&amp;W&rsquo;s code of conduct and DRIVE Values.</li><li>
Navigating a matrixed organization where stakeholders are in different business lines, functions or projects</li></ul><p></p><p>
Category Management-</p><ul><li>
Establishes category plans and strategy to ensure the right solution for C&amp;W business lines.</li><li>
Responsible for working with procurement business partners and service line leadership to align category management vision with service line and procurement priorities.
</li><li>Drives EBITDA growth through C&amp;W&rsquo;s preferred suppliers.</li><li>
Analyze current janitorial procedures and equipment to identify areas for improvement, efficiency gains, and cost reduction opportunities. Incorporates industry best practices into category delivery.</li><li>
Utilizes demand planning to target value from supplier agreements.</li><li>
Monitors preferred supplier utilization, builds roster to ensure capability to deliver across the service line portfolios, and monitors performance to ensure capability to meet account needs.</li><li>
Ability to develop and understand data analytics, to mine data to drive in depth analysis of client 3rd party spend.</li><li>
Ensure effective commercial arrangements.</li></ul><p></p><p>
Business Influence-</p><ul><li>
Serve as a point of contact for questions and concerns related to janitorial services.</li><li>
Partners with MRO supplies category leader to enable janitorial supplies (jan/san) strategy.</li><li>
Develop and deliver comprehensive training programs for C&amp;W and our clients, covering best practices, safety protocols, and new equipment/technologies.</li><li>
Communicates preferred supplier metrics and helps the business drive greater adoption of the preferred supplier network.</li><li>
Develops and maintains strong relationships with business units and the category management team.</li><li>
Drives for results by consistently achieving goals in a timely manner.</li><li>
Develops and delivers communications with clarity and impact, ensuring consistent messaging.</li><li>
Encourages creation and brings new best in class ideas and approaches to the table for developing and executing category strategies and working within the supply market to ensure Cushman &amp; Wakefield meets or exceeds their objectives.</li><li>
Working cross-functionally with other departments including Legal, Finance, Operations, TDS, HR, Project Management, etc. for delivery of category strategies.</li></ul><p></p><p>
Continuous Improvement/Change Management-</p><ul><li>
Strong problem-solving skills utilizing continuous improvement techniques.</li><li>
Utilizes change management techniques to drive the development and utilization of a preferred supplier program.</li></ul><p></p><p>
This role is instrumental in delivering value to Cushman &amp; Wakefield&rsquo;s clients through leveraging the Company&rsquo;s aggregated spend across the client base in order to negotiate best in class rates and contractual terms and conditions at the individual client property level. Procurement is a cornerstone of Cushman &amp; Wakefield&rsquo;s value proposition to clients and the Janitorial Program Lead may accompany Cushman &amp; Wakefield executives on new client pitches and existing client quarterly business reviews to highlight the bottom-line benefits that our group delivers. As such, the Janitorial Program Lead will also work with Marketing to develop methods to highlight their capabilities and category accomplishments to clients by drafting white papers and updating internal and external Cushman &amp; Wakefield website platforms.</p><p></p><p><b>
Qualifications:
</b></p><ul><li>Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in business or a related field preferred.</li><li>
Preferred: have at least 7+ years of experience managing janitorial services within a procurement, facilities, or other operations role.</li><li>
Deep Knowledge of Janitorial Practices: experience in pricing models, cleaning techniques, equipment, and chemical usage.</li><li>
Training and Instructional Skills: Ability to effectively train and mentor others.</li><li>
Problem-Solving and Analytical Skills: Ability to identify and resolve issues related to cleanliness and cleaning equipment.</li><li>
Communication Skills: Ability to communicate effectively at all levels of an organization.</li><li>
Organization and Time Management: Ability to manage multiple tasks and deadlines effectively.</li><li>
Safety Knowledge: Understanding of safety regulations and procedures related to janitorial operations.</li><li>
Capacity to develop innovative strategies and solutions, Creative problem solver,</li><li>
Contract negotiation and ongoing management skills.</li></ul><p></p><p><b>
Targeted Competencies:</b></p></div><div><ul><li>
Continuous improvement</li><li>
Personal flexibility</li><li>
Independent worker, self-starter</li><li>
Organizational savvy</li><li>
Innovativeness</li><li>
Effective Communication &amp; presentation skills</li><li>
Decision making &amp; crisis management Business Influence, interviewing and active listening</li><li>
C&amp;W DRIVE Values: Driven, Resilient, Inclusive Visionary and Entrepreneurial</li><li>
Knowledge of effective supplier risk management techniques</li></ul></div><br>
<p></p>
Cushman &amp; Wakefield also provides eligible employees with an opportunity to enroll in a variety of benefit programs, generally including health, vision, and dental insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life, and disability insurance programs, and paid and unpaid time away from work. In addition to a comprehensive benefits package, Cushman and Wakefield provide eligible employees with competitive pay, which may vary depending on eligibility factors such as geographic location, date of hire, total hours worked, job type, business line, and applicability of collective bargaining agreements.<br>
<p></p>
The compensation that will be offered to the successful candidate will depend on factors such as whether the position is covered by a collective bargaining agreement, the geographic area in which the work will be performed, market pay rates in that area, and the candidate&rsquo;s experience and qualifications.<br>
<p></p>
The company will not pay less than minimum wage for this role.<br>
<p></p>
The compensation for the position is: $ 131,750.00 - $155,000.00<p></p>
Cushman &amp; Wakefield is an Equal Opportunity employer to all protected groups, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. Discrimination of any type will not be tolerated.<p></p><p>
In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act (ADAAA), if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation in order to apply for a position at Cushman &amp; Wakefield, please call the ADA line at <b>1-888-365-5406</b> or email <b>HRServices@cushwake.com</b>. Please refer to the job title and job location when you contact us.</p><p></p>
INCO: &ldquo;Cushman &amp; Wakefield&rdquo;</div>

Janitorial Services Program Lead (Procurement)

Kraft Heinz

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   Manage mid-level clients and supplier relationships on an ongoing basis to ensure customer satisfaction, including conducting Supplier Business Reviews.
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   Act as an escalation point for performance and risk Issues, including supporting supplier issues and work with stakeholders to identify and drive resolution.
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   Support sourcing and category management for your assigned categories and deliver on performance goals for categories representing a significant amount of spend. Includes supporting strategic sourcing projects for supplier selection/optimization to execute on the category management vision and strategies.
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   Lead discussions with suppliers around short to long-term objectives and strategies, ongoing market trends, innovation and technology advances, and potential investment decisions.
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   Develop multi-year category vision and strategy based on the data, insights, and business requirements.
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   Build strong business relationships to increase influence over total category strategy.
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   Identify and evaluate potential value generating projects based on complexity, resources, risk, time to implement, and estimated financial impact.
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   Manage prioritized portfolio of projects for the category in the near and long term.
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   Drive accountability throughout the business to ensure category strategy execution.
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   In partnership with category managers, execute contracts in accordance with policies and processes.
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   Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in supply chain or operations management, finance, or related field. Candidates with equivalent related experience will be considered instead of a degree.
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   Possess at least 1 year of experience in procurement, purchasing, strategic sourcing, or a related field.
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   Strong written, verbal, and analytical skills and, as well as interpersonal and presentation skills.
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   We &ldquo;own&rdquo; it at KHC and success requires an individual who is results-oriented, self-motivated, proactive, independent, and responsive.
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   Able to effectively negotiate and influence business decisions and change.
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   Have strong analytical, planning, and execution skills.
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   Can be forceful and direct as well as diplomatic.
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   Able to multitask and juggle projects at varying levels of complexity.
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   Strong communication skills and agile working style
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   Intermediate proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook) and have an understanding for source-to-pay tools (SAP, Ariba, etc.).
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  Kraft Heinz is an Equal Opportunity Employer that prohibits discrimination or harassment of any type. All qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Applicants who require an accommodation to participate in the job application or hiring process should contact
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 Coverage for employees (and their eligible dependents) through affordable access to healthcare, protection, and saving for the future, we offer plans tailored to meet you and your family&rsquo;s needs. Coverage for benefits will be in accordance with the terms and conditions of the applicable plans and associated governing plan documents.
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Buyer, Co Pack - Desserts

Green Thumb Industries

<div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>The Role</b></h2>
<p>
Green Thumb Industries (GTI) is looking for an Manager, eCommerce Merchandising to oversee our visual site merchandising and content strategy for our Rise online store (risecannabis.com). This role will be a critical leader in shaping the customer site experience and will reside on the eCommerce team as part of the Revenue Organization, reporting to the Director, eCommerce.</p>
<p>
As the Manager, eCommerce Merchandising, you will be responsible for developing website merchandising strategies and overseeing successful on-site execution. You will partner with cross-functional teams including, Creative, Product Merchandising, Marketing, Business Management, and IT to help deliver a best-in-class customer experience across devices. You will also lead a team of dynamic eCommerce Merchandising Specialists. As a successful Manager, eCommerce Merchandising, you will combine an understanding of visual merchandising and analytics, as well as a passion for user experience to continuously optimize the customers' online journey, driving conversions and business performance. Sound a lot like you? Keep reading!</p>
<h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>
Responsibilities</b></h2>
<ul><li>Develop site merchandising strategies across Desktop and Mobile sites; oversee successful execution of all tactical website merchandising plans that will help meet and/or exceed company revenue and profitability goals.</li>
<li>Responsible for site functionality including navigation, hierarchy, search and browse, new product on-boarding online.</li>
<li>Identify key trend forecasts, define the story-telling roadmap, and use key functionalities like taxonomy and search to enhance the customer journey on our site, telling a cohesive story to win customers' hearts and minds.</li>
<li>Utilize reporting data and analytics to identify opportunities that improve category and market performance and optimize the customer journey. Create actionable site merchandising plans or make in-season adjustments to drive growth; lead weekly analytics reviews.</li>
<li>Make recommendations for site enhancements across Homepage, PLPs, PDPs, etc. to improve the customer experience throughout their onsite journey; work with manager to prioritize when technical support is required.</li>
<li>Use data and impact analyses to create roadmaps for site functionality improvements, in partnership with our design and IT teams</li>
<li>Identify AB Testing opportunities based on analysis of site data to drive innovation and optimization across the site; work with Manager to vet test viability and establish hypotheses &amp; KPIs; oversee successful setup and execution of all AB Tests.</li>
<li>Use site metrics to identify landing page patterns and opportunities; test and optimize landing page strategies by channel and/or market; and ensure a cohesive shopping experience across all touchpoints to drive conversions and revenue.</li>
<li>Manage the creative development process for seasonal refreshes across various site placements (Homepage, PLPs, PDPs, etc.) providing business inputs and feedback to align with business goals.</li>
<li>Partner with Product Merchandising/Buying to ensure that product goals and benefits for new products are being translated onsite (site placement, product sort order, etc.) in a way that is consistent with their strategies and value propositions.</li>
<li>Monitor site health and performance through analytics and key metrics &ndash; You'll oversee the development of site metrics and dashboards to monitor site health, providing strategic insights to internal stakeholders to influence the overall direction for the site.</li>
<li>Partner with our CRM team members on email, social, and paid marketing calendars, gleaning insights from past campaign performance</li>
<li>Support other efforts/initiatives as needed</li>
<li>Manage a team of 3-5 direct reports, providing ongoing feedback, training and support</li>
</ul><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Qualifications</b></h2>
<ul><li>6+ years of experience in site merchandising or ecommerce for a retail or consumer products brand</li>
<li>Proven people management experience, leading a team of Specialist or Associate level employees who are eager for career advancement</li>
<li>A super strategic thinker who understands consumer behavior, values the customer experience, and uses data and insights to support complex problem solving</li>
<li>Analytical and process-oriented, comfortable making data-driven decisions</li>
<li>Operationally minded and able to identify areas of opportunity and improvement</li>
<li>Comfortable leading cross-functional teams and project-managing new initiatives</li>
<li>Understanding of and experience with A/B testing fundamentals and implementation</li>
<li>Experience with leading ecommerce platforms and tools (e.g., Salesforce Commerce, Websphere Commerce, Magento, Drupal, Frontastic, etc.)</li>
<li>Ability/interest in analyzing metrics/KPIs and transforming into online stories</li>
<li>Must possess superior verbal and written communication skills, and be a strong team player</li>
<li>Must be energetic, highly motivated, a self-starter with the ability to multi-task</li>
<li>Knowledge of and/or experience with the Cannabis industry is a plus</li>
<li>Bachelor's degree in business or related field preferred</li>
</ul><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Additional Requirements</b></h2>
<ul><li>Must pass any and all required background checks</li>
<li>Must be and remain compliant with all legal or company regulations for working in the industry</li>
<li>Must possess valid driver's license</li>
<li>Must be a minimum of 21 years of age</li></ul><br>
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#LI-REMOTE</p></div>

Manager, eCommerce Merchandising

Realign

<div><p>Job Type: Contract</p>
<p>Job Category: IT</p>
<p>Job Description</p>
<p></p><div><b>Role: Senior Python Developer</b></div><div><b>
Location: Chicago, IL</b></div><div></div><div><b><br>
Job Summary:</b><br>
Looking for a highly skilled Senior Python Developer to architect, develop, and optimize backend systems and data-driven applications. The role involves building scalable services, integrating APIs, and ensuring high code quality and performance.</div><div></div><div><b><br>
Key Responsibilities:</b></div><div></div><ul><div><br>
Design, develop, and maintain backend applications using <b>Python</b> (Django/Flask/FastAPI).</div><div>
Build and optimize <b>RESTful APIs</b>, microservices, and data processing pipelines.</div><div>
Collaborate with product owners, architects, and cross-functional teams to deliver scalable technical solutions.</div><div>
Implement best practices for <b>unit testing</b>, debugging, CI/CD, and performance optimization.</div><div>
Work with relational and NoSQL databases (PostgreSQL, MySQL, MongoDB, Redis).</div><div>
Ensure security, code quality, and adherence to architectural standards.</div><div>
Participate in Agile development, code reviews, and mentoring junior developers.</div></ul><p></p>
<p>Required Skills</p>
<p>CLOUD DEVELOPER</p> <p>SQL APPLICATION DEVELOPER</p></div>

Senior Python Developer-3

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