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global procurement strategic sourcing manager aircraft maintenance

United Airlines

<div>
 Achieving our goals starts with supporting yours. Grow your career, access top-tier health and wellness benefits, build lasting connections with your team and our customers, and travel the world using our extensive route network.
 
 
 Come join us to create what&rsquo;s next. Let&rsquo;s define tomorrow, together.
 
 
 
 Description
 
 
 
 We believe that inclusion helps us thrive and grow at United across our collaborative Finance teams consisting of Financial Planning &amp; Analysis, Internal Audit, Treasury, Global Procurement, Controllership, Investor Relations and more. These teams provide the financial fuel that keeps our operation running from providing detailed analyses of financial planning, performance, and forecasts to managing our investments and financial strategies. Our Finance team plays an integral role in making our airline profitable and successful by meeting our financial goals.
 
 
 
 Job Overview And Responsibilities
 
 
 
 The Global Procurement organization at United Airlines is responsible for procuring goods and services and developing/managing relationships with third-party providers with the objective of reducing total cost and risk to the company while improving levels of quality, service, and technology.
 
 
 This position will support the Aircraft Maintenance organization with global procurement initiatives, focusing on strategic sourcing, supplier relationship management, and risk mitigation. Key responsibilities include conducting contract reviews, supporting RFPs, performing market and supplier analyses, evaluating cost and capability trade-offs, and driving improvements across procurement processes, systems, and tools. The primary objective is to deliver total cost of ownership (TCO) savings while enhancing operational efficiency and effectiveness. A critical component of this role is building and maintaining strong, collaborative relationships with key suppliers and internal stakeholders to ensure alignment on business goals, service levels, and performance expectations.
 
 
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 Manage Requests for Proposal (RFP) process across various commodities with detailed external supply market analysis, internal demand assessment, complex RFP analysis with detailed financial modeling, and supplier evaluation scorecards
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 Develop and implement category plans for designated categories to achieve intended business objectives
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 Includes research of current state and future needs, analysis of market trends and potential suppliers, and identification of continuous improvement opportunities
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 Support development of procurement processes and procedures between all stakeholders
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 Capture direct savings on assigned categories by working with Procurement leadership to build sourcing strategies which enable cost reduction while ensuring that user needs for the assigned categories are met
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 Develop PowerPoint presentations summarizing recommendations for leadership
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 With input from United&rsquo;s legal department, procurement leadership, and other stakeholder departments, redline and negotiate contracts within designated categories
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 Manage business relationships with key external suppliers including routine enhancements to agreements, communication of demand/volume changes, updating contracts and sharing end-user feedback
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 Maintain and develop relationships with internal stakeholders including Division Leads, Operational Field Team, Legal, IT Security
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 Develop knowledge and expertise in a spend category as needed
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 Develop &amp; manage relationships with internal and external stakeholders
 
 
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 Qualifications
 
 
 
 
 What&rsquo;s needed to succeed (Minimum Qualifications):
 
 
 
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 Bachelor's degree
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 3 years of experience in Procurement, Sourcing, Supply Chain, Analytics, and/or Finance
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 Basic knowledge of strategic sourcing, contract terms, contingent labor, and/or labor services
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 Highly analytical with excellent problem-solving skills
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 Strong oral communication and people skills
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 Organized, detail-oriented, thorough, and professional
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 Proficient in Microsoft Word, Outlook, Excel, Access, and PowerPoint
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 Must be legally authorized to work in the United States for any employer without sponsorship
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 Successful completion of interview required to meet job qualification
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 Reliable, punctual attendance is an essential function of the position
 
 
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 What will help you propel from the pack (Preferred Qualifications):
 
 
 
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 Master's degree in Business, Supply Chain, Finance
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 CPSM Certification or other relevant certification
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 Knowledge of Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) concepts and strategic procurement process
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 Experience with Coupa or other Procurement/Spend Management platforms
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 Ability to act as a change agent who seeks out and advocates for new and innovative solutions to meet business needs
 
 
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 The base pay range for this role is $79,800.00 to $103,966.00.
 
 
 The base salary range/hourly rate listed is dependent on job-related, factors such as experience, education, and skills. This position is also eligible for bonus and/or long-term incentive compensation awards.
 
 
 You may be eligible for the following competitive benefits: medical, dental, vision, life, accident &amp; disability, parental leave, employee assistance program, commuter, paid holidays, paid time off, 401(k) and flight privileges.
 
 
 United Airlines is an equal opportunity employer. United Airlines recruits, employs, trains, compensates and promotes regardless of race, religion, color, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, physical ability, age, veteran status and other protected status as required by applicable law. Equal Opportunity Employer - Minorities/Women/Veterans/Disabled/LGBT.
 
 
 We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform crucial job functions. Please contact JobAccommodations@united.com to request accommodation.
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Global Procurement - Strategic Sourcing Manager (Aircraft Maintenance)

Medline Industries

<div>Job Summary
The Senior Sourcing Manager plays a crucial role in managing Medline&rsquo;s global procurement sourcing strategies. The Sr Sourcing Manager will oversee a team of Sourcing Category Managers. The Sr Sourcing Manager is tasked with ensuring the best total cost of ownership, supply redundancy and adequate capacity, and sourcing risk mitigation. Some of the activities for the manager will include negotiating supplier price reductions and analyzing geo-political risks, resolving price and cost disagreements with vendors, coordination with supply chain, quality, and overseas offices, and overseeing vendor relationships. Management of the global sourcing function and team.
Job Description
Responsibilities:
<ul><li>Develop and execute strategies to negotiate favorable terms, volume discounts, and long-term contracts with suppliers and vendor partners. Manage and optimize direct spend categories to drive best-cost solutions, ensure consistent supply, and proactively reduce risks across the organization.
</li><li>Manage up to $250M spend across key medical and raw materials.
</li><li>Provide strategic insights on global and geopolitical changes affecting tariffs, raw materials, and regulatory requirements, including tariff rates, new laws, and natural resource availability. Offer comprehensive analysis on the impacts of global events and regulatory shifts. Collaborate with industry peers to identify and implement global solutions, while leveraging the Government Affairs team to advocate for Medline&rsquo;s interests across managed categories.
</li><li>Manage an entire divisional portfolio of managed categories leveraging sourcing experience to drive continuous improvement across all Category Managers with the goal to contain costs, drive improved raw material consumption, and other-cost down initiatives. Drive advanced negotiations and operational gains across all vendors.
</li><li>Oversee the analysis of supplier price increase submissions, assessing the full impact on the division by factoring in rebates and other cost elements. Develop and execute negotiation strategies with vendors to achieve cost avoidance or savings, driving financial performance and supporting broader strategic objectives for the division.
</li><li>Lead the execution of strategic risk assessments identified by Category Managers, creating comprehensive country-specific views on sourcing risks. Analyze variables like multi-country sourcing, dual sourcing strategies, and geopolitical factors to develop robust risk mitigation plans. Provide recommendations for category-level changes based on thorough risk analysis to safeguard the organization&rsquo;s supply chain and optimize sourcing strategies.
</li><li>Lead a team overseeing a diverse range of product categories, with deep expertise in product requirements, manufacturing, raw materials, and other critical value drivers. Guide the team in understanding cost inputs and driving best-cost strategies for Medline. Work closely with senior leadership to develop and execute sourcing initiatives that reduce costs, improve supply chain efficiency, and align with Medline&rsquo;s long-term goals.
</li><li>Develop and maintain strategic relationships with key suppliers, overseeing negotiations on pricing, managing supplier performance, ensuring on-time delivery, and ensuring strict compliance with contracts. Lead efforts to address any supplier issues and work closely with internal teams to improve performance, aligning supplier relationships with Medline&rsquo;s business objectives.
</li><li>Lead the analysis of domestic and global supply chains, offering strategic insights into the impacts of tariffs, geopolitical risks, and other external factors. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop proactive strategies that address these challenges and ensure continuity of supply, cost-effectiveness, and alignment with business objectives.
</li><li>Lead the strategic evaluation of sourcing strategies for domestic versus import suppliers, including Make vs. Buy analysis for sourced products. Guide the team in identifying and implementing optimal sourcing solutions that drive cost savings, enhance supply chain efficiency, and align with Medline&rsquo;s long-term goals. Collaborate with senior leadership to ensure sourcing strategies are robust and adaptable to changing market conditions.
</li><li>Lead the development and execution of a comprehensive, risk-based global sourcing strategy to optimize vendor performance across assigned spend categories. Oversee dual sourcing initiatives, dual country of origin planning, vendor allocation optimization, re-sourcing, and cost containment/reduction efforts. Collaborate with senior leadership and cross-functional teams to drive alignment with strategic goals, ensuring continuous improvement in vendor execution and overall sourcing performance.
</li><li>Lead the strategic identification and execution of cost-savings opportunities within product categories to drive GM growth. Spearhead initiatives for Medline-branded opportunities and negotiate long-term agreements with both domestic and import suppliers, optimizing pricing and supply chain efficiency. Work closely with senior leadership and cross-functional teams to align sourcing strategies with broader business objectives
</li><li>Work collaboratively with Medline Shanghai, Supply Chain, Quality and Product Management teams to maintain and develop vendors and products to reduce supply risk and ensure a healthy supply chain.
</li><li>Take the lead in assisting the reorder buying or quality department with problem suppliers when all efforts to resolve issues through communication have been exhausted. Collaborate with internal teams to identify root causes, develop corrective action plans, and manage the resolution process to ensure continued supplier performance and product quality. Provide strategic oversight and guide cross-functional teams in mitigating risks and maintaining supplier relationships.
</li><li>Provide advanced level advice to the organization and address supplier and supply problems.
</li><li>Lead and develop a team of sourcing professionals, overseeing their growth and success. Provide training, performance management, and ongoing mentorship to ensure team members have the skills and support needed to excel. Foster a collaborative work environment that encourages open communication, idea sharing, and teamwork to drive sourcing strategy and meet business objectives.
</li><li>Manage a team by reviewing functional requirements, product category assignments, workload. Holding team accountable for goals and outcomes to drive Gross Margin and Cost Savings
</li></ul>Requirements:
Education
<ul><li>Bachelor&rsquo;s degree.
</li></ul>Work Experience
<ul><li>At least 7 years of sourcing experience.
</li><li>At least 2 years of experience managing people, including hiring, developing, motivating and directing people as they work.
</li></ul>Knowledge / Skills / Abilities
<ul><li>Experience leading category strategies, supplier relationship management, sourcing initiatives.
</li><li>Experience negotiating with outside vendors, including negotiating contracts, prices and reconciling differences.
</li><li>Experienced in documenting procedures and internal controls.
</li><li>Experience analyzing and reporting data in order to identify issues, trends, or exceptions to drive improvement of results and find solutions.
</li><li>Experience controlling and coordinating concurrent projects, competing priorities and critical deadlines.
</li><li>Ability to work across multiple time zones and locations.
</li></ul>Medline Industries, LP, and its subsidiaries, offer a competitive total rewards package, continuing education &amp; training, and tremendous potential with a growing worldwide organization.
The anticipated salary range for this position:
$132,600.00 - $199,160.00 Annual
The actual salary will vary based on applicant&rsquo;s location, education, experience, skills, and abilities. This role is bonus and/or incentive eligible. Medline will not pay less than the applicable minimum wage or salary threshold.
Our benefit package includes health insurance, life and disability, 401(k) contributions, paid time off, etc., for employees working 30 or more hours per week on average. For roles where employees work less than 30 hours per week, benefits include 401(k) contributions as well as access to the Employee Assistance Program, Employee Resource Groups and the Employee Service Corp.
We&rsquo;re dedicated to creating a Medline where everyone feels they belong and can grow their career. We strive to do this by seeking diversity in all forms, acting inclusively, and ensuring that people have tools and resources to perform at their best. Explore our Belonging page here .
Medline Industries, LP is an equal opportunity employer. Medline evaluates qualified individuals without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, neurodivergence, protected veteran status, marital or family status, caregiver responsibilities, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.</div>

Sr Sourcing Manager

fairlife, LLC

<div>
 fairlife, LLC is a Chicago-based nutrition company that creates great-tasting, nutrition-rich and dairy products to nourish consumers.
 
 
 With over $3B in annual retail sales, fairlife's portfolio of delicious, lactose-free, real dairy products includes:
 
 fairlife&reg; ultra-filtered milk
 
 ;
 
 Core Power&reg;
 
 High Protein Shakes, a sports nutrition drink to support post-workout recovery;
 
 fairlife&reg; nutrition plan&trade;
 
 , a nutrition shake to support the journey to better health.
 
 
 A wholly owned subsidiary of The Coca-Cola company, fairlife, LLC has been recognized by both Fast Company and Nielsen for its industry leading innovation.
 
 
 To learn more about fairlife and its complete line of products, please visit fairlife.com.
 
 
 
 job purpose
 
 :
 
 
 As fairlife continues to experience exponential growth as a company, we are looking for an Indirect Procurement Manager to help advance the strategic sourcing and procurement operations within our Supply Chain Team. This role is directly responsible for managing and overseeing all aspects of developing and implementing sourcing strategies that align with fairlife's strategic objectives. The Indirect Procurement Manager will be tasked with developing and executing upon sourcing strategies across indirect categories with a focus on supplier selection, relationship management and price negotiation. As Indirect Procurement Manager, you will be expected to liaise with multiple stakeholders across various areas of the business internally and externally, and support as a thought leader to drive strategic decision making. This role delivers value by ensuring fairlife partners and contracts favorably with high performing suppliers driving exceptional service, quality, and value for our business.
 
 
 
 responsibilities:
 
 
 
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 Plan, organize, direct, and control activities related to strategic sourcing for indirect spend, focused on service categories.
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 Analyze spend to develop a productivity pipeline and execute robust category strategies that optimize the supply base.
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 Own, develop, and execute category strategies within indirect services, including but not limited to IT Hardware and Software, Professional Services, Consulting Services, Logistics Services, Leasing engagements, and Wastewater Services.
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 Manage the lifecycle of contracts related to co-manufacturing, own strategic and tactical relationships with all co-manufacturers, ensure vendor adherence to contracted terms, support our internal Operations teams by tracking all performance metrics and supporting all escalations, collaborating with Coca-Cola and manufacturers on improvement projects and initiatives.
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 Identify, support, and implement cost reduction opportunities.
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 Lead Request for Proposal (RFP) process to ensure consistent lowest total cost of ownership.
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 Earn trust with key internal stakeholder teams to collaborate on requirements gathering, while leading RFP development, response review, and supplier selection process.
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 Develop and execute vendor service agreements in close collaboration with Legal Team; Develop and negotiate preferential terms.
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 Manage vendor relationships, track performance, and communicate performance feedback.
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 Identify supply risks in Indirect categories and develop risk mitigation strategies.
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 Leverage functional experts through the sourcing process to assess market conditions, identify spend leverage opportunities, benchmark data, and other related activities.
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 Assist in the development and management of annual budgeting process.
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 Analyze and forecast market inflation trends and work to address any price variances to budget.
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 Monitor, track and report on savings and key performance indicators for category.
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 Resolve any unforeseen problems with suppliers relating to operations, purchasing or quality/performance.
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 Partners with key stakeholders and project teams across the organization identify and prioritize strategic sourcing opportunities for the broader service category.
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 Other duties and category support as assigned and/or identified by the category manager.
 
 
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 </ul>
 
 skills/qualifications required:
 
 
 
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 Bachelor's Degree (Preferably in Supply Chain, Procurement, Finance or Engineering).
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 +5 years of indirect services procurement experience (preferably IT in a CPG environment) or equivalent.
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 Excellent negotiation skills, verbal and written communication, and a self-starter.
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 Strong project management background desired with experience in CPG environment.
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 Strong knowledge of contract structures and preferred terms for execution with service agreements.
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 Proactive business results-focused, and proven ability to provide insights that generate value and drive savings.
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 Self-motivated; ability to execute and prioritize in a dynamic environment.
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 Able to thrive in a dynamic and fast-moving environment; Eager to partner and create value-based relationships with team members up, down and across the organization.
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 Ability to influence senior leadership teams at Plant level and Corporate Function level.
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 Ability to handle ambiguity and work in a fast paced, entrepreneurial environment.
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 position location:
 
 Chicago, IL or Coopersville, MI
 
 
 
 reports to
 
 : Indirect Procurement Director
 
 
 
 travel requirements:
 
 30%
 
 
 <ul>
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 Base pay offered may vary depending on geography, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. A full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the position, is offered.
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 Base pay range:
 
 
 $90,000&mdash;$130,000 USD
 
 
 
 fairlife, LLC is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of
 
 
 race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. All qualified applicants and employees will be given equal opportunity. Selection decisions are based on job-related factors.
 
 
 
 
 In addition to its nondiscrimination commitment, the Company will also provide reasonable accommodation of qualified individuals with known disabilities unless doing so would impose an undue hardship on the Company. If you have a disability and would like to request accommodation in order to apply for a position with us, please email
 
 
 careers@fairlife.com
 
 .
 
 
 
 
 For Recruitment Agencies
 
 
 
 
 
 At fairlife, we manage the majority of our hiring internally through our dedicated Talent Acquisition team, which is actively engaged in direct candidate sourcing. Most of our roles are filled through applications submitted via our careers site or through direct outreach by our team.
 
 
 
 
 As our recruitment is primarily handled in-house, we work only occasionally with external agencies, and only those on our existing, pre-approved vendor list. At this time, we are not reviewing or expanding that list.
 
 
 
 
 
 Unsolicited resumes or submissions from external agencies not authorized by our Talent Acquisition team will be considered direct candidate applications. As such, fairlife will not assume responsibility for any placement fees associated with these submissions.
 
 
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Indirect Procurement Manager, Services

Lactalis USA

<div>Description:

Ready for more than just a job? Build a career with purpose.
At Lactalis in the USA, we&rsquo;re committed to providing meaningful opportunities for our people to learn, grow, and thrive&mdash;whether you&rsquo;re just starting your journey with us or looking to take the next step in your career. From day one, we offer the tools and support to help you succeed.
As the world leader in dairy, Lactalis is a family-owned company with over 85,000 pragmatic and ambitious professionals across the globe. Each day, we&rsquo;re proud to produce award-winning dairy products that bring people together.
In the US, we proudly offer an unrivaled house of beloved brands, including Galbani&reg; Italian cheeses and ricotta, Pr&eacute;sident&reg; specialty cheeses and butters, Kraft&reg; natural and grated cheeses, Breakstone&rsquo;s&reg; cottage cheese, Cracker Barrel&reg;, Black Diamond&reg; cheddar, and Parmalat&reg; milk. Our yogurt portfolio includes siggi&rsquo;s&reg;, Stonyfield Organic&reg;, Brown Cow&trade;, Oui&reg;, Yoplait&reg;, Go-Gurt&reg;, :ratio&reg;, Green Mountain Creamery&reg;, and Mountain High&reg;, along with a growing family of ethnic favorites like Karoun&reg;, Gopi&reg;, and Arz&reg;.
At Lactalis, we live by our core values&mdash;Ambition, Engagement, and Simplicity. We foster a workplace where innovation thrives, diverse perspectives are celebrated, and everyone&rsquo;s unique background and ideas are valued.
Even if you don&rsquo;t meet every qualification, we encourage you to apply. We want to hear about your PASSION, your STORY, and how your EXPERTISE can help us shape the future of dairy.
From your PASSION to ours
Lactalis USA, part of the Lactalis family of companies, is currently hiring a Sr Strategic Sourcing Manager. This role can be based out of Buffalo, NY, Chicago, NY, or Londonderry, NH.
Job Summary
The Sr Strategic Sourcing Manager Indirect &ndash; Supply Chain &amp; Warehousing manages a portfolio of Logistics categories and projects. They will be responsible for establishing strong collaborative relationships with senior leaders in Programs and functional areas to align around category strategies and project requirements, scopes, and timelines. Develops or updates a sourcing strategy for each category as appropriate. Partners with global and regional Programs and offices to drive procurement through the supply chain team and eliminate unmanaged spend. Establishes long-term agreements where feasible to reduce transactional work and obtain optimal quality, service, price, and other terms. Advises and enables Country Programs in their sourcing projects as appropriate. Develop beneficial partnerships with global and regional suppliers and other organizations. The categories will focus on the Supply Chain with a strong dominance for warehousing including 3PL and inbound warehousing.
From your EXPERTISE to ours
Key responsibilities for this position include:<ul><li>
Activities will include facilitation of sourcing initiatives and projects with Programs, development of category strategies, supplier negotiation with suppliers, establishment and maintenance of supplier relationships, and leadership of business reviews with suppliers and internal stakeholders.</li><li>
Work with internal stakeholders to optimize, develop or adjust the warehouse network, on a very strong and fast acquisition and growth approach in the group.</li><li>
Be a strong advisor of the management.</li><li>
Be able to articulate a long-term vision of a fast-changing and growing company.</li><li>
Establish strong collaborative relationships with internal groups divisions and USA Supply Chain Group.</li><li>
Monthly reporting on progress and achievements regarding Savings -Value Analysis - Negotiations completed.</li><li>
Will be responsible to implement a Yearly Saving Program, defined with Sr Director, and will have to be followed every month with comments to Sr Director. Will be responsible to implement pricing and % savings for elaborating Budget for next year (July- August).</li><li>
Activities will include sourcing and qualifying Suppliers. This will include site visits. Set-up procedures for evaluating potential suppliers.</li><li>
Additional activities will include compiling, organizing, and maintaining all detailed Supplier information used to evaluate new and existing Suppliers.</li><li>
Responsible for the research and compiling of all purchasing information including price history, quality, and service etc. for bid proposals.</li><li>
Analyses market and delivery conditions to determine present and future material availability and/or pricing. Prepares market analysis reports with recommendations regarding alternatives.</li><li>
Will continually assess Suppliers to ensure that our company receives competitive pricing, quality, and service.</li><li>
Responsible for addition &amp; maintenance of all nonproductive resources.</li></ul>
Requirements:

From your EXPERTISE to ours
Key responsibilities for this position include:<ul><li>
Activities will include facilitation of sourcing initiatives and projects with Programs, development of category strategies, supplier negotiation with suppliers, establishment and maintenance of supplier relationships, and leadership of business reviews with suppliers and internal stakeholders.</li><li>
Work with internal stakeholders to optimize, develop or adjust the warehouse network, on a very strong and fast acquisition and growth approach in the group.</li><li>
Be a strong advisor of the management.</li><li>
Be able to articulate a long-term vision of a fast-changing and growing company.</li><li>
Establish strong collaborative relationships with internal groups divisions and USA Supply Chain Group.</li><li>
Monthly reporting on progress and achievements regarding Savings -Value Analysis - Negotiations completed.</li><li>
Will be responsible to implement a Yearly Saving Program, defined with Sr Director, and will have to be followed every month with comments to Sr Director. Will be responsible to implement pricing and % savings for elaborating Budget for next year (July- August).</li><li>
Activities will include sourcing and qualifying Suppliers. This will include site visits. Set-up procedures for evaluating potential suppliers.</li><li>
Additional activities will include compiling, organizing, and maintaining all detailed Supplier information used to evaluate new and existing Suppliers.</li><li>
Responsible for the research and compiling of all purchasing information including price history, quality, and service etc. for bid proposals.</li><li>
Analyses market and delivery conditions to determine present and future material availability and/or pricing. Prepares market analysis reports with recommendations regarding alternatives.</li><li>
Will continually assess Suppliers to ensure that our company receives competitive pricing, quality, and service.</li><li>
Responsible for addition &amp; maintenance of all nonproductive resources.</li></ul>
From your STORY to ours
Qualified applicants will contribute the following:
Education<ul><li>
Bachelor&rsquo;s degree from four-year College in business or a business-related field.</li></ul>
Experience<ul><li>
7-10 years purchasing experience with a minimum of 2 within Supply Chain Categories including freight and warehousing.</li><li>
People with significant business experience in Warehousing will be considered even without Procurement background, and reefer experience will be an asset.</li><li>
CPG industry experience preferred.</li></ul>
Certifications and specific knowledge<ul><li>
Excellent Microsoft Office capabilities are a must.</li><li>
Project management skills.</li><li>
Strong negotiation &amp; presentation skills.</li><li>
Strong planning, project management, leadership skills and execution skills.</li><li>
Rigorous data driven/analytical capability and ability to present data to a leadership level.</li><li>
Ease of presenting in front of small to medium size groups and leadership.</li><li>
Bilingual (French/English) is an asset.</li><li>
Ability to operate in a team environment with the ability to motivate others.</li><li>
Ability to adapt in a changing work environment.</li></ul>
At Lactalis, we offer a comprehensive Total Rewards Program with a variety of affordable benefits and coverage options. We support insurance costs significantly, contribute generously to retirement plans, and offer Paid Time Off from day one. We are committed to your professional growth, providing training and development opportunities, including Education Reimbursement. Join us and grow your career.
Lactalis is an equal employment opportunity employer. We will not discriminate against applicants with regard to any legally-recognized basis including, but not limited to: veteran status, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, sexual orientation, and physical or mental disabilities.
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Senior Manager, Strategic Sourcing (Warehouse & Supply Chain)

BMO US

320 S Canal Street Chicago Illinois,60606
 
<div>Works with stakeholders to develop and implement innovative sourcing and demand management strategies to achieve business and cost management objectives and minimize risk associated with BMO&rsquo;s supplier spend.<ul><li>
Collaborate with business/functions to transform their operating models to outsource digitally enabled solutions by leveraging Machine RPA / SaaS, Business Process Improvements and Artificial Intelligence (AI)</li><li>
Be integral part of the outsourcing design team when making recommendations on size the deal and target state operating model including offering key insights on geopolitical risks and location strategies
</li><li>Contribute outsourcing insights and intelligence to the executive committee by maintaining central reporting of historical outsourcing initiatives, supplier and location concentration risk while assisting in determining future opportunities across the enterprise</li><li>
Deliver strategic consulting to internal stakeholders on sourcing frameworks, deal structuring, and supplier negotiations for high-value engagements.</li><li>
Present data-driven consulting reports to senior leadership, outlining sourcing strategies, risk assessments, and investment recommendations for complex deals.</li><li>
Maintain or refresh Transformation Outsourcing playbooks, Commercial Models &amp; contractual terms/frameworks</li><li>
Provides strategic input into business decisions as a trusted advisor.</li><li>
Recommends business priorities, advises on resource requirements and develops roadmap for strategic execution.</li><li>
Makes recommendations to senior leaders on strategy and new initiatives, based on an in-depth understanding of the business/group.</li><li>
Assists in the development of strategic plans. Identifies emerging issues and trends to inform decision-making.</li></ul><ul><li>
Acts as a subject matter expert on relevant regulations and policies.</li><li>
Influences and negotiates to achieve business objectives.</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>
Networks with industry contacts to gain competitive insights and best practices.</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>
Conducts analysis to inform strategic recommendations; develops business cases to assess opportunities.</li><li>
Develops the business case by identifying needs, analysing potential options and assessing expected return on investment.</li><li>
Manages resources and leads the execution of strategic initiatives to deliver on business and financial goals.</li><li>
Acts as the prime subject matter expert for internal/external stakeholders.</li><li>
Defines business requirements for analytics &amp; reporting to ensure data insights inform business decision making.</li><li>
Breaks down strategic problems, and analyses data and information to provide insights and recommendations.</li><li>
Prepares and presents reports to business/group on key metrics and supplier risks to support better management of costs, risks, as well as provide input in business/group planning for future.</li><li>
Leads change management programs of varying scope and type, including readiness assessments, planning, transition, stakeholder management, execution, evaluation and sustainment of initiatives.</li><li>
Leads the execution of operational programs; assesses and adapts as needed to ensure quality of execution.</li><li>
Develops strategies and approaches to manage risk and support the business strategy and goals.</li><li>
Directs supplier contract negotiations. Creates, modifies, renews, terminates contracts as required.</li><li>
Identifies current and emerging procurement and outsourcing trends/best practices and makes recommendations on their potential application for the Bank.</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 and evaluate preferred suppliers.</li><li>
Evaluates and selects Supplier. Performs Initial Supplier Risk Assessment</li><li>
Drives process improvement and innovation opportunities in sourcing and/or procurement of goods and services through knowledge of market trends and best practices.</li><li>
May provide input into the development of guidelines, policies and standards for the sourcing and/or procuring of goods and services.</li><li>
Identifies business needs, designs/develops tools and training programs; may include delivery of training to audiences.</li><li>
Reviews the program for effectiveness, considers industry trends and recommends enhancements; makes changes as required.</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 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>
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>
Operates at a group/enterprise-wide level and serves as a specialist resource to senior leaders and stakeholders.</li><li>
Applies expertise and thinks creatively to address unique or ambiguous situations and to find solutions to problems that can be complex and non-routine.</li><li>
Implements changes in response to shifting trends.</li><li>
Broader work or accountabilities may be assigned as needed.</li></ul>
Qualifications:<ul><li>
Typically, 7+ years of relevant strategic sourcing, supply chain, consulting and/or procurement work experience and post-secondary degree in related field of study or an equivalent combination of education and experience.</li><li>
Expertise in all areas of sourcing, with strong focus on complex deals.</li><li>
Knowledge of sourcing/procurement processes, procedures and controls - In-depth/Expert.</li><li>
Knowledge of relevant risk and regulatory requirements - In-depth/Expert.</li><li>
Knowledge of Sourcing in Financial Services or Technology industries - In-depth/Expert.</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/Expert.</li><li>
Knowledge of sourcing and procurement systems and applications.</li><li>
Strong 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>
Seasoned professional with a combination of education, experience and industry knowledge.</li><li>
Verbal &amp; written communication skills - In-depth / Expert.</li><li>
Analytical and problem-solving skills - In-depth / Expert.</li><li>
Influence skills - In-depth / Expert.</li><li>
Collaboration &amp; team skills; with a focus on cross-group collaboration - In-depth / Expert.</li><li>
Able to manage ambiguity.</li><li>
Data driven decision making - In-depth / Expert.</li></ul>
Salary:
$112,200.00 - $209,000.00
Pay Type:
Salaried
The above represents BMO Financial Group&rsquo;s pay range and type.
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.
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
About Us
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.
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.
To find out more visit us at https://jobs.bmo.com/us/en
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.
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.
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.</div>

Senior Manager, Strategic Sourcing

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Are you looking for a dynamic role in procurement and supply chain management? Do you want to be part of an awesome team while gaining exposure across various sourcing categories? We are in search of a highly skilled individual to join our team as an Associate Category Manager &ndash; Senior Specialist! If you have a strong track record of successfully managing sourcing projects, excelling in negotiations, and overseeing multiple projects, then we want to hear from you. This is a hybrid role with the flexibility to work both virtually and from our Chicago office.</div><div></div> 
Aon is in the business of better decisions 
At Aon, we shape decisions for the better to protect and enrich the lives of people around the world. 
As an organization, we are united through trust as one inclusive, diverse team, and we are passionate about helping our colleagues and clients succeed. 
What the day will look like<ul><li>
Management of procurement activities including sourcing, commercial negotiations, and project management for technology projects with an aim to mitigate risks and achieve intended financial outcomes.</li><li>
Accountable for the management and delivery of a pipeline of multiple projects including renewals and consolidations of existing relationships, request for proposals, and new supplier arrangements.</li><li>
Providing market intelligence, go-to-market, and negotiation strategy, assessing supplier risk, and engaging in leading procurement practices. Initiate appropriate sourcing work efforts against the pipeline using the appropriate resources, provide guidance and manage escalations on those individual efforts.</li><li>
Independently apply procurement or subject matter expertise to determine methods and procedures on assignments, ability to think creatively and adapt approach when necessary, including gaining acceptance on alternatives.</li><li>
Maintain productive relationships with colleagues on the Category Management team, internal stakeholders, suppliers and procurement BPO partners.</li><li>
As part of the global category team, contribute to our global category strategies and work across multiple category teams to develop strategies and link opportunities across regions and categories when appropriate.</li></ul><div>
How this opportunity is different</div><div></div><div> 
Reporting to the Global Spend Management (GSM) Senior Director, the Associate Category Manager/Senior Specialist will be responsible for managing sourcing and negotiation activities for a pipeline of procurement opportunities within the Technology category, primarily in Software/Cloud. This role will also provide support across IT Labor and Infrastructure/Telecom areas as needed.</div><div></div> 
Skills and experience that will lead to success<ul><li>
Bachelor&rsquo;s degree and 2+ years of experience in procurement/supply chain</li><li>
Exceptional ability to effectively articulate difficult ideas and concepts through clear and concise verbal, written communication and/or presentations.</li><li>
Strong project management and organizational skills, with excellent attention to detail and a thorough understanding of the sourcing process and ability to influence stakeholders/suppliers</li><li>
Strong problem solving, analytics and troubleshooting skills</li><li>
An inquisitive self-starter that has a passion for procurement.</li></ul>
How we support our colleagues 
In addition to our comprehensive benefits package, we encourage an inclusive workforce. Plus, our agile environment allows you to manage your wellbeing and work/life balance, ensuring you can be your best self at Aon. Furthermore, all colleagues enjoy two &ldquo;Global Wellbeing Days&rdquo; each year, encouraging you to take time to focus on yourself. We offer a variety of working style solutions for our colleagues as well. 
Our continuous learning culture inspires and equips you to learn, share and grow, helping you achieve your fullest potential. As a result, at Aon, you are more connected, more relevant, and more valued. 
Aon values an innovative and inclusive workplace where all colleagues feel empowered to be their authentic selves. Aon is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. 
<div>Aon provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran, marital, domestic partner status, or other legally protected status. People with criminal histories are encouraged to apply.</div><div></div><div> 
We welcome applications from all and provide individuals with disabilities with reasonable adjustments to participate in the job application, interview process and to perform essential job functions once onboard. If you would like to learn more about the reasonable accommodations we provide, email ReasonableAccommodations@Aon.com</div><div></div><div> 
For positions in San Francisco and Los Angeles, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction record in accordance with local Fair Chance ordinances.</div><div></div><div> 
Aon is not accepting unsolicited resumes from search firms for this position. If you are a search firm, you will not be compensated in any way for your submission of a candidate, even if Aon hires that candidate.</div><div></div> 
Nothing in this job description restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time. 
Pay Transparency Laws<div> 
The salary range for this position (intended for U.S. applicants) is $72,000 - $85,000 annually. The actual salary will vary based on applicant&rsquo;s education, experience, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity and alignment with market data. The salary may also be adjusted based on applicant&rsquo;s geographic location.</div><div></div><div> 
The salary range reflected is based on a primary work location of Chicago, Illinois. The actual salary may vary for applicants in a different geographic location.</div><div></div><div> 
This position is eligible to participate in one of Aon&rsquo;s annual incentive plans to receive an annual discretionary bonus in addition to base salary. The amount of any bonus varies and is subject to the terms and conditions of the applicable incentive plan.</div><div></div><div> 
Aon offers a comprehensive package of benefits for full-time and regular part-time colleagues, including, but not limited to: a 401(k) savings plan with employer contributions; an employee stock purchase plan; consideration for long-term incentive awards at Aon&rsquo;s discretion; medical, dental and vision insurance, various types of leaves of absence, paid time off, including 12 paid holidays throughout the calendar year, 15 days of paid vacation per year, paid sick leave as provided under state and local paid sick leave laws, short-term disability and optional long-term disability, health savings account, health care and dependent care reimbursement accounts, employee and dependent life insurance and supplemental life and AD&amp;D insurance; optional personal insurance policies, adoption assistance, tuition assistance, commuter benefits, and an employee assistance program that includes free counseling sessions. Eligibility for benefits is governed by the applicable plan documents and policies.</div><div></div> 
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Associate Category Manager - Software/Cloud

Chicago Financial Search, Inc.

BuyerChicago &ndash; OnsiteAbout The Role:Join our Chicago Merchandising team! We&rsquo;re a global, fast-growing wine &amp; spirits company looking for a proven Buyer with experience sourcing and managing apparel, displays, barware, and other industry-related goods.What You&rsquo;ll Do:As Buyer, you will drive procurement planning, inventory control, and supplier negotiations to ensure quality and cost efficiency. Key responsibilities include:&middot; Managing purchasing in line with bi-annual forecasts and distribution schedules&middot; Maintaining accurate inventory reports and analyzing stock levels, pricing, and inbound status&middot; Recommending product continuations, withdrawals, or additions based on sales and stock trends&middot; Sourcing and managing domestic and international suppliers to secure competitive pricing and quality standards&middot; Aligning item catalogs, ERP systems, and warehouse recordsWhat We&rsquo;re Looking For:3&ndash;5 years&rsquo; experience in buying, planning, or procurement. Proven supplier negotiation and vendor management, domestic and international (Asia sourcing a plus). Strong procurement, supplier, and inventory planning skills; thrives in fast-paced, product-driven environments. Proficient in ERP systems (NetSuite preferred) and purchase order management. Advanced Excel skills (VLOOKUPs, PivotTables). Detail-oriented with high accuracy in reporting and catalog management. Confident communicator, written and verbal. Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in business, supply chain, procurement, or related field. Consumer goods experience preferred but not required. Comfortable with extended computer-based work.OOJ-1448CHG.Job Type: Full-timePay: $60,000.00 - $75,000.00 per yearBenefits:<ul><li>Health insurance</li></ul>Work Location: In person

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