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procurement manager, category management

it vendor manager

Grant Thornton

<div>Grant Thornton is seeking an IT Vendor Manager to join the team. Approved office locations can be found below.
The IT Vendor Manager (individual contributor) will manage vendor relations, provide visibility on vendor performance, establish governance structures, and drive forums to ensure seamless vendor partnerships. This role focuses on driving value, fueling innovation, mitigating risks, and achieving exceptional outcomes in the Information Technology landscape. The ideal candidate thrives in a fast-paced environment, handles high pressure, and manages heavy workloads. Additionally, they should be a positive team player who fosters collaboration and contributes to a supportive work environment.
Key Responsibilities:
<ul><li>Relationship Management: Build and maintain strong, productive relationships with strategic vendors, ensure effective communication, align goals, and manage vendor escalation and governance cadences.
</li><li>Performance &amp; Accountability Management: Monitor and evaluate vendor performance, manage SLAs, evaluation scorecards, CSAT assessments, oversee RAID logs, and manage dispute resolutions.
</li><li>Contract Lifecycle Management: Participate in contract negotiations, due diligence, change order oversight, ensure contract compliance, and support compliance and certification processes.
</li><li>Financial Governance &amp; Compliance: Oversee financial forecasting, credit tracking, invoice audits, assist with budgeting, and manage ARC/RRC monthly audits and approvals.
</li><li>Onboarding &amp; Transition: Oversee vendor onboarding/offboarding processes, establish governance model guidelines, develop SLAs, set up collaboration tools, and support transition plans.
</li><li>Adhoc Vendor Management Needs &amp; ITVM Roadmap Projects: Assist with adhoc vendor management needs and contribute to ITVM roadmap projects.
</li></ul>Qualifications:
<ul><li>Bachelor's degree.
</li><li>Minimum of 5 years of experience in vendor management, procurement, or a related role.
</li><li>Strong understanding of IT vendor management principles and best practices.
</li><li>Excellent communication, negotiation, and relationship management skills.
</li><li>Proven ability to manage multiple vendors and projects simultaneously.
</li><li>Ability to manage a fast-paced environment, high pressure, and heavy workloads.
</li><li>Positive team player who fosters collaboration and contributes to a supportive work environment.
</li></ul>Preferred Qualifications:
<ul><li>Certification in Vendor Management or related fields.
</li><li>Familiarity with vendor segmentation, vendor dashboards, Azure DevOps, and Ariba.
</li><li>Familiarity with contract lifecycle management and SLA management.
</li></ul>Desired Attributes:
<ul><li>Proactive Problem-Solving: Identify areas for improvement and provide solutions. Take initiative to drive projects forward and ensure successful outcomes.
</li><li>Resilience Under Pressure: Manage high-pressure situations and heavy workloads with composure and effectiveness. Demonstrate resilience and adaptability in challenging environments.
</li><li>Energetic Team Player: Promote a collaborative and positive work culture. Bring enthusiasm, initiative, and a can-do attitude to new challenges while consistently pushing projects toward success.
</li></ul>The base salary range for this position in the firm&rsquo;s Chicago, IL, Downers Grove, IL, Minneapolis, MN, Cleveland, OH, and Baltimore, MD offices only is between $104,000 and $156,000 per year.
The base salary range for this position in the firm&rsquo;s Boston, MA, New York, NY, Iselin, NJ, and Hartford, CT offices only is between $112,320 and $168,480 per year.</div>

IT Vendor Manager

CME Group

<div>CME Group is seeking a highly motivated and intelligent self-starter to manage CME's Inbound Market Data. The Category Manager is a sourcing professional, negotiator, and project manager accountable for end-end sourcing and contracting of market data. This role provides essential procurement and supplier expertise in the areas of strategic sourcing with strong commercial and contractual experience. 
 
Principal Accountabilities:
<ul><li>Act as business point of contact for all market data service reviews while overseeing and managing CME's market data spend
</li><li>Work directly with individuals across the business to determine need for market data, ensure usage is maximized, and there is no redundancy
</li><li>Maintain accurate information on each market data vendor including descriptions, terms, financials, and contacts
</li><li>Create business unit market data vendor reporting and track spend across business units and functions
</li><li>Manage the day-to-day firmwide market data operations, including adding or deleting users and reconciling invoices
</li><li>Ensure accurate allocations of market data services to individual business units and users
</li><li>Understand user requirements for contract renewals and user requests for new services
</li><li>Identify cost-effective opportunities and socialize those ideas with stakeholders
</li><li>Manage and oversee technology and tools supporting market data management
</li></ul>Skills &amp; Software Requirements:
<ul><li>Strong understanding of market data and market data provides such as LSEG, Bloomberg, S&amp;P Global, Moody's, etc. a plus
</li><li>Excellent understanding of procurement processes
</li><li>Excellent analytical skills
</li><li>Strong knowledge and use of procurement applications
</li><li>Excellent communication skills
</li><li>Strong project management skills
</li><li>Strong understanding of contracting principles
</li></ul>#LI-hybrid
CME Group is committed to offering a competitive total rewards package for our employees that recognizes their contributions to the business and reflects our long-term investment in their future. The pay range for this role is $86,900-$144,900. Actual salary offered will be dependent on a wide array of factors including but not limited to: relevant experience, skills, education and comparison to internal employees (where relevant). Our compensation program also includes an annual target bonus opportunity for all employees, as well as the opportunity to become an owner in the company through our broad-based equity program. Through our benefits program, we strive to offer flexibility, value and choice. From comprehensive health coverage, to a retirement package that includes both a 401(k) and an active pension plan, to highly competitive education reimbursement provisions, paid time off and a mental health benefit, CME Group offers a holistic benefits package for our team and their dependents.
CME Group: Where Futures are Made
CME Group is the world&rsquo;s leading derivatives marketplace. But who we are goes deeper than that. Here, you can impact markets worldwide. Transform industries. And build a career by shaping tomorrow. We invest in your success and you own it &ndash; all while working alongside a team of leading experts who inspire you in ways big and small. Problem solvers, difference makers, trailblazers. Those are our people. And we&rsquo;re looking for more.
At CME Group, we embrace our employees' unique experiences and skills to ensure that everyone&rsquo;s perspectives are acknowledged and valued. As an equal-opportunity employer, we consider all potential employees without regard to any protected characteristic.
Important Notice: Recruitment fraud is on the rise, with scammers using misleading promises of job offers and interviews to solicit money and personal information from job seekers. CME Group adheres to established procedures designed to maintain trust, confidence and security throughout our recruitment process.</div>

Procurement Category Manager - Inbound Market Data

<div>We are the leading provider of professional services to the middle market globally, our purpose is to instill confidence in a world of change, empowering our clients and people to realize their full potential. Our exceptional people are the key to our unrivaled, culture and talent experience and our ability to be compelling to our clients. You&rsquo;ll find an environment that inspires and empowers you to thrive both personally and professionally. There&rsquo;s no one like you and that&rsquo;s why there&rsquo;s nowhere like RSM.<div><div>
This position, under minimal to no direction, executes office operations activities and provides hands on day-to-day support to ensure the location is running efficiently. Responsible for heavy interaction with building management, vendors, internal clients, external clients, and other Enterprise Support Services personnel. Responsible, in tandem with the Location Services Manager or Supervisor to ensure the location is safe, well-maintained, and clean.
This position is responsible to support the Location Services Manager or Supervisor to coach Location Services staff as well as provide expertise to avoid building system failures. May act in the Location Services Manager&rsquo;s or Supervisor&rsquo;s absence when required. This position is responsible for assisting with the daily operations of the office including answering a multi-line telephone system for single location or multiple locations, directing callers to the appropriate individual, greeting visitors, and altering appropriate party or visitor arrival. May also provide administrative assistance, performing and working on intermediate to advanced administrative documents (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint).
This position will actively contribute to the firm culture through participation in internal and client facing activities that enhance the RSM experience.
Responsibilities:<ul><li>
Plans with Location Services Manager or Supervisor then executes, under minimal to no direction the completion of Location Services projects such as moves, repairs, cleaning, conference room preparation, meeting and event coordination and ensuring pantries are adequately supplied. Will also perform daily walk throughs of the location and follow up on maintenance issues raised by the Location Services Manager or Supervisor or others within the location. Will coordinate with vendors and building management on life/safety and repair items. Will escalate and provide status to the Location Services Supervisor or Manager when necessary.</li><li>
Looks to streamline and improve inefficient processes in order to successfully manage ordering and maintaining inventory. Purchases and maintains inventory of facilities/janitorial supplies and equipment by monitoring inventory and reordering materials before depletion. Determines if supplies should be purchased directly from an approved vendor or put out to bid. Maintains vendor relationships, processes payments and meets with Location Services Supervisor or Manager to track and analyze total spend as it relates to the budget. When performing daily walk throughs, take note of possible issues and investigate cost efficient ways to upgrade or replace failed/failing building systems (water lines/electric lines/lighting/HVAC). Determine trends from frequent requests and advise Location Services Supervisor or Manager of necessary projects which would be cost beneficial to the Firm.</li><li>
Provides routine direction and support, as necessary, in one or more of the following areas:</li><li>
Mail services including distribution of mail, UPS, FedEx and other packages, coordination of courier services, researching and resolving any issues with packages that are improperly addressed or packaged, and assisting employees with mailing needs</li><li>
Assisting employees with large photocopy, scanning and binding jobs, ensuring timely completion of submitted jobs</li><li>
Locating and checking out client files, maintenance of client records and documents, ordering files from offsite storage facility and record retention.</li><li>
Maintaining and ordering office supplies</li><li>
Maintaining Location Services budget</li><li>
Visitor management and reception activities ensuring quality customer service</li><li>
Meeting and event coordination to include catering request and receiving orders, conference room coordination, and audio-visual equipment support</li><li>
Manage the building card access systems, promptly ensuring exiting employees are termed in the systems and new cards are issued to both new employees and those who lost their IDs. Collect fees for replacement cards, as appropriate. In charge of ensuring our main entry doors remain secure and working directly with card access vendor and IT when issues arise.</li><li>
Responsible for new hire/move/termination data sheet for the office. Ensure new hire/promotion seating is available, presentable and the desk drawers and locks work. Ensure terming employees&rsquo; personal effects are packed up, and if necessary, shipped out. Ensure terming employee checklist is completed and files are relegated back to appropriate secure location.</li><li>
Other duties as assigned</li><li>
There is an expectation this position will work in-office five (5) days per week.</li></ul>
Qualifications:
EDUCATION<ul><li>
High school diploma</li></ul>
TECHNICAL/SOFT SKILLS (Required)<ul><li>
Ability to communicate both verbally and in writing with diverse audiences</li><li>
Advanced Microsoft Office skills</li><li>
Strong grammar and proofreading knowledge and experience</li><li>
Ability to prepare chats, graphics, and tables, etc.</li><li>
Ability to manage multiple tasks and projects</li><li>
Basic to intermediate knowledge of lighting, HVAC, and plumbing</li></ul>
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS SPECIFIC TO JOB<ul><li>
Able to lift up to 40 lbs.</li><li>
Able to stand on your feet for extended periods of time</li><li>
Must be punctual and able to adapt to changing schedules</li><li>
Able to convey instructions clearly and concisely and be responsive to staff or vendors when they inquire</li><li>
Effective organization and time management skills</li><li>
Maintain professionalism in demeanor, conversation, and dress</li><li>
Strong attention to detail</li></ul>
EXPERIENCE<ul><li>
3 to 5 years&rsquo; experience in a related field or area</li><li>
Demonstrated experience managing multiple projects</li></ul>
LEADERSHIP SKILLS (Required)<ul><li>
Ability to respond positively to changing circumstances, seek and implement change to drive business improvement and serve as a model of the change</li><li>
Work collaboratively with Location Services Supervisors/Managers to provide support across the enterprise particularly during peak times</li><li>
Work collaboratively with Location Service Manager to provide support during the business planning process</li></ul>
PREFERRED REQUIREMENTS<ul><li>
Excellent follow up</li><li>
Prior experience in a professional office environment</li></ul></div></div>
At RSM, we offer a competitive benefits and compensation package for all our people. We offer flexibility in your schedule, empowering you to balance life&rsquo;s demands, while also maintaining your ability to serve clients. Learn more about our total rewards at https://rsmus.com/careers/working-at-rsm/benefits.
All applicants will receive consideration for employment as RSM does not tolerate discrimination and/or harassment based on race; color; creed; sincerely held religious beliefs, practices or observances; sex (including pregnancy or disabilities related to nursing); gender; sexual orientation; HIV Status; national origin; ancestry; familial or marital status; age; physical or mental disability; citizenship; political affiliation; medical condition (including family and medical leave); domestic violence victim status; past, current or prospective service in the US uniformed service; US Military/Veteran status; pre-disposing genetic characteristics or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state or local law.
Accommodation for applicants with disabilities is available upon request in connection with the recruitment process and/or employment/partnership. RSM is committed to providing equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for people with disabilities. If you require a reasonable accommodation to complete an application, interview, or otherwise participate in the recruiting process, please call us at 800-274-3978 or send us an email at careers@rsmus.com.
RSM does not intend to hire entry level candidates who will require sponsorship now OR in the future (i.e. F-1 visa holders). If you are a recent U.S. college / university graduate possessing 1-2 years of progressive and relevant work experience in a same or similar role to the one for which you are applying, excluding internships, you may be eligible for hire as an experienced associate.
RSM will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records in accordance with the requirements of applicable law, including but not limited to, the California Fair Chance Act, the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers, and the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance. For additional information regarding RSM&rsquo;s background check process, including information about job duties that necessitate the use of one or more types of background checks, click here.
At RSM, an employee&rsquo;s pay at any point in their career is intended to reflect their experiences, performance, and skills for their current role. The salary range (or starting rate for interns and associates) for this role represents numerous factors considered in the hiring decisions including, but not limited to, education, skills, work experience, certifications, location, etc. As such, pay for the successful candidate(s) could fall anywhere within the stated range.
Compensation Range: $46,100 - $73,700</div>

Location Services Specialist

MUSH

<div>
 MUSH is a people-first food company on a mission to fuel humanity with healthy food and positive energy. Founded in 2015, we believe that better food fuels better outcomes. Our lineup of refrigerated products: ready-to-eat overnight oats, oatmeal smoothie squeeze pouches, and protein bars are healthy, satiating, and convenient. If you aspire to make the world a little healthier and want to build a reputation of doing hard things well, MUSH may be a great place for you.
 
 
 MUSH has expanded from local farmers&rsquo; markets to selling at thousands of retailers across the continent. We are seeking a high performer to join our Supply Chain Team as a Customer Logistics Manager. This individual will play a key role in managing and improving our procurement operations to support the continued growth and success of the business.
 
 
 
 Role Description
 
 
 
 MUSH is looking for a Customer Logistics Manager to oversee and optimize our end-to-end logistics operations. The Customer Logistics Manager will collaborate with customers, carriers, warehouse personnel, and cross-functional internal teams to ensure seamless execution.
 
 
 
 Key Responsibilities
 
 
 
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 Logistics &amp; Transportation:
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 Manage end-to-end logistics for all customer orders:
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 Receive and confirm orders. Plan and tender all shipments across all transportation modes.
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 Track and trace all shipments from loading through delivery.
 </li>
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 Ensure all shipments meet cold chain compliance and traceability standards.
 </li>
 <li>
 Resolve delays and discrepancies through delivery.
 </li>
 </ul>
 <li>
 Own sourcing and relationship management for carriers, warehousing, and fulfillment partners.
 </li>
 <li>
 Develop and maintain vendor compliance programs across retailers to ensure ongoing compliance and exceptional service.
 </li>
 <li>
 Develop tools to forecast, measure, and report KPIs on cost and service for both outbound and inbound transportation.
 </li>
 </ul>
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 Customer Supply Chain:
 </li>
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 Serve as the primary point of contact for customers to ensure all orders are accurately planned in ERP systems with correct quantities, delivery windows, and product details.
 </li>
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 Monitor and report on service metrics, ensuring alignment with service-level agreements and expectations (e.g., fill rate, OTIF).
 
 </li>
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 Ideal Candidate
 
 
 
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 4+ years experience in logistics, preferably in food/CPG.
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 Familiarity with major retailer and distributor routing requirements.
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 Proven experience managing 3PLs and carriers.
 </li>
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 Hands-on experience managing customer orders in EDI and ERP systems.
 </li>
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 Exceptional proficiency in Google Suite, Microsoft Excel.
 </li>
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 Strong organizational skills and attention to detail. Experience designing and implementing operations processes.
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 Benefits &amp; Perks
 
 
 
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 Medical, Dental, Vision
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 Life insurance
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 401k plan including 4% matching
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 Unlimited PTO
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 9 Holidays
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 Unlimited MUSH in office
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 Company swag
 
 
 </li>
 </ul>
 
 Cultural Requirements
 
 
 
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 <li>
 Embody MUSH&rsquo;s Core Values.
 </li>
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 Team and customer first mentality.
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 Teammate: know when to follow, know when to lead; always serving others.
 </li>
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 Beginner&rsquo;s Mind: provide possibilities, options, and solutions.
 </li>
 <li>
 Communicator: use tact and precision to communicate ideas, issues, and feedback.
 </li>
 <li>
 Self-Starter: there is no turn-key manual for success, you are helping to build one.
 </li>
 <li>
 Results Driven: you demand results, and focus on the robust processes that yield them.
 </li>
 <li>
 Attention to Detail: unwavering discipline with little things that make big differences.
 </li>
 <li>
 Relationship Builder: customer first mentality with all internal &amp; external counterparts.
 </li>
 <li>
 Problem Solver: expect the unexpected; be agile &amp; effective in combating issues.
 </li>
 <li>
 Thrive on Adversity: our goals are lofty and our values are grounded in humility. We bite off more than we can chew and roll our sleeves up when the situation calls for it.
 </li>
 <li>
 Fun: check the fun box every day. Love what you do &amp; do it well.
 </li>
 </ul>
</div>

Manager, Customer Logistics

Allied Benefit Systems

<div>POSITION SUMMARY
The Account Manager has full command of an assigned book of Allied clients. The position involves management of group health plans which are self-funded. The Account Manager will serve as the day-to-day resource for clients and brokers, will prepare and submit reporting for key accounts, implement plan changes, perform client presentations, and review plan performance. Communicating compliance requirements and evaluating benefit plans is essential. The position is responsible for the overall client satisfaction of the account.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
<ul><li>Act as the liaison between the employer and broker, Client Executive, and various Allied departments involved in administering self-funded group health plans</li><li>
Provide communication regarding industry and legislative updates and ACA compliance</li><li>
Manage and resolve escalated employee issues</li><li>
Conduct quarterly meetings to review plan performance, build client relationships, and ensure overall satisfaction leading to client retention</li><li>
Communicate changes internally regarding benefit plan design, financial information, and vendor partner changes</li><li>
Prepare and host employee presentations, employer portal training, and executive summary report reviews</li><li>
Troubleshoot, identify, and improve internal processes with various Allied departments</li><li>
Produce and analyze ad hoc reporting when requested from a client, broker, or Client Executive</li><li>
Help facilitate the renewal of existing cases by managing claims, producing updated plan documents, and project managing open enrollment for current employer groups</li><li>
Cross sell various Allied solutions to existing clients</li></ul>
EDUCATION<ul><li>
BA/BS or equivalent work experience required</li></ul>
EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS<ul><li>
At least three years&rsquo; experience in an account management role required</li><li>
Excellent working knowledge of employee medical benefit plans required</li><li>
Experience with group health insurance and self-funded health plans preferred</li><li>
Excellent written and verbal communication skills</li><li>
Intermediate level work experience with Microsoft Office, Word, Excel, Access, and PowerPoint software applications.</li><li>
Public speaking and an ability to present benefits and compliance.</li><li>
Organized</li></ul>
COMPETENCIES
<ul><li>Job Knowledge</li></ul><ul><li>
Time Management</li><li>
Accountability</li><li>
Communication</li><li>
Initiative</li><li>
Customer Focus</li></ul>
Certificates &amp; Licenses
<ul><li>Life and Health Insurance Producers license preferred</li></ul>
PHYSICAL DEMANDS<ul><li>
Office functions, sitting for extending periods of time</li><li>
Occasional business travel required
</li></ul>WORK ENVIROMENT<ul><li>
Remote</li></ul>
Here at Allied, we believe that great talent can thrive from anywhere. Our remote friendly culture offers flexibility and the comfort of working from home, while also ensuring you are set up for success. To support a smooth and efficient remote work experience, the internet connection must be obtained through a cable broadband or fiber optic internet service provider with speeds of at least 100Mbps download/25Mbps upload. Reliable internet service is essential for staying connected and productive.
The company has reviewed this job description to ensure that essential functions and basic duties have been included. It is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all functions, responsibilities, skills, and abilities. Additional functions and requirements may be assigned by supervisors as deemed appropriate.
Compensation is not limited to base salary. Allied values our Total Rewards, and offers a competitive Benefit Package including, but not limited to, Medical, Dental, Vision, Life &amp; Disability Insurance, Generous Paid Time Off, Tuition Reimbursement, EAP, and a Technology Stipend.
Allied reserves the right to amend, change, alter, and revise, pay ranges and benefits offerings at any time. All applicants acknowledge that by applying to the position you understand that the specific pay range is contingent upon meeting the qualification and requirements of the role, and for the successful completion of the interview selection and process. It is at the Company's discretion to determine what pay is provided to a candidate within the range associated with the role.</div>

Account Manager

Conagra Brands

<div>We are looking for an Associate Legal Specialist, Legal Operations to join our Legal team in Chicago, Illinois.
As the Associate Legal Specialist, Legal Operations, reporting to the VP &amp; Chief Counsel, you will manage vendor onboarding, budgeting, and invoice processing through Legal Tracker, while supporting financial reporting and compliance with billing guidelines. You&rsquo;ll help track departmental KPIs, assist with budget planning, and contribute to process improvements through data analysis and legal tech tools. This role plays a key part in streamlining operations and enabling informed decision-making across the Legal &amp; Government Affairs team.
What you'll do in this role:
Vendor Coordination and Financial Management:<ul><li>
Provide administrative management of Legal Tracker for matter creation, vendor and provider onboarding, budgeting, and invoice support.</li><li>
Build and maintain relationships with external legal service providers and vendors to enhance relationship management and facilitate cost-effective, efficient service delivery.</li><li>
Monitor provider and vendor compliance with billing guidelines and financial arrangements during invoice processing.</li><li>
Support annual relationship review and engagement processes for Conagra Legal Network.</li><li>
Assist the General Counsel and the Legal Operations team in preparing and managing the annual budget for the Legal &amp; Government Affairs function. Support periodic financial and budget reporting processes.</li></ul>
Data Management &amp; Analysis:<ul><li>
Support identification and monitoring of key performance indicators (KPIs) and metrics to assist Legal &amp; Government Affairs leadership team in evaluating department performance.</li><li>
Partner with internal teams to build and maintain tracking reports, mechanisms, and dashboards to drive data-informed decision making, including aggregating and validating data from various sources.</li><li>
Leverage data to help identify trends, anomalies, and opportunities.</li></ul>
Process and Project Management:<ul><li>
Leverage data to help identify trends, anomalies, and opportunities.</li><li>
Assist in developing and implementing legal department tools to streamline new or existing practices, as well as supporting design, rollout, and training for new systems.</li><li>
Develop and implement internal process guidelines, templates, and workflows.</li></ul>
Other:<ul><li>
Provide periodic support for department processes, including Service of Process routing and tracking.</li><li>
Maintain awareness of industry best practices in for legal operations. Make recommendations, where appropriate.</li><li>
Other support activities as directed by manager.</li></ul>
Position Qualifications:<ul><li>
Associate&rsquo;s Degree or equivalent professional experience required</li><li>
2+ years of experience with contracts, contracts administration, financial analysis and budgeting, and/or legal operations</li><li>
Proficiency in Excel, Microsoft Forms, Word, PowerPoint, and Power Automate; familiarity with data visualization tools (e.g., Power BI, Tableau) or legal tech platforms such as Legal Tracker is a plus.</li><li>
Analytical and strong problem-solving skills, takes initiative and uses good judgment, excellent follow-up skills.</li><li>
High attention to detail, outstanding organizational skills, and the ability to manage time effectively.</li><li>
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills (oral and written), and professional demeanor and presentation, including active listening and ability to convey information clearly.</li><li>
Ability to meet strict deadlines and effectively prioritize multiple tasks.</li><li>
Recognize confidential, sensitive, and proprietary information and maintain confidentiality.</li></ul>
You will typically be in the office Monday - Wednesday and remotely Thursdays and Fridays.
#LI-MH1
#LI-ASSOCIATE
#LI-HYBRID
Compensation:
Pay Range:$59,000-$78,000
The annual salary listed above is the expected offering for this position. An employee&rsquo;s actual annual salary will be based on but not limited to: location, relevant experience/level and skillset, while balancing internal Conagra employees&rsquo; equity. Conagra Brands will comply with applicable law regarding minimum salaries for exempt employees.
Our Benefits:
We care about your total well-being and will support you with the following, subject to your location and role:<ul><li>
Health: Comprehensive healthcare plans, wellness incentive program, mental wellbeing support and fitness reimbursement</li><li>
Wealth: Great pay, bonus incentive opportunity, matching 401(k) and stock purchase plan</li><li>
Growth: Career development opportunities, employee resource groups, on-demand learning and tuition reimbursement</li><li>
Balance: Paid-time off, parental leave, flexible work-schedules (subject to your location and role) and volunteer opportunities</li></ul>
Our Company:
At Conagra Brands, we have a rich heritage of making great food. We aspire to have the most impactful, energized and inclusive culture in food. As a member of our 18,000+ person team across 40+ locations, you are empowered to reach your potential, make an impact and own your career. We're in the business of building champions &ndash; within our people and our iconic brands like Birds Eye &reg;, Slim Jim&reg; and Reddi-Wip&reg;.
Our focus on innovation extends beyond making great food, it also reflects our commitment to embracing new solutions that positively impact our team, the communities we serve and the health of our planet. Foodies Welcome.
Conagra Brands is an equal opportunity employer and considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to sex, race, color, religion, ethnic or national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, pregnancy, leave status, disability, veteran status, genetic information and/or any other characteristic or status protected by national, federal, state or local law. Reasonable accommodation may be made upon request.</div>

Associate Legal Specialist, Legal Operations

Grosinger, Spigelman, & Grey

JOB DESCRIPTIONMidwest Vision Partners is seeking a strategic and specialized Category Manager to take ownership of a specific portfolio of products for MVP. In this role, you will act as a subject matter expert, developing and executing long-term strategies for key spend areas like surgical supplies or pharmaceuticals. You will work closely with the Procurement Manager to drive significant value through cost optimization and innovation within your assigned categories. This role reports to the Director of Procurement.This is a Hybrid role in IL onlyABOUT MIDWEST VISION PARTNERSVision is a precious gift. Midwest Vision Partners (MVP) is focused on improving and preserving it for as many patients as possible by cultivating a network of world-class ophthalmologists and optometrists who provide exceptional, patient-centered care. Midwest Vision Partners was founded in 2019 in partnership with Alpine Investors, a San Francisco-based private equity firm. Headquartered in Chicago, MVP proudly supports prominent eye care professionals in 70+ locations across Ohio, Michigan, Pennsylvania, West Virginia, and Illinois, with over 140 physicians and 1500 employees all focused on providing top-notch, customized results for each of our patients.WHAT YOU WILL BE WORKING ON<ul><li>Develop and execute category management strategies to optimize total cost of ownership for your assigned product portfolio.</li><li>Serve as the subject matter expert for all products and suppliers within your category, staying abreast of market trends and technological advancements.</li><li>Lead all sourcing, negotiation, and contract management activities for the category, ensuring quality and competitive pricing.</li><li>Build and maintain strong, collaborative relationships with key internal stakeholders, including clinical teams and practice managers, to align on category needs and performance.</li><li>Manage a comprehensive negotiation pipeline for all contracts within the category, ensuring timely renewals and proactive engagement.</li><li>Identify, develop, and implement cost-reduction initiatives and process improvements specific to your category.</li><li>Collaborate with the Procurement Analyst to ensure accurate data reporting and performance tracking for your category.</li></ul>WHAT WILL MAKE YOU AWESOME<ul><li>Deep expertise in medical procurement categories (e.g., surgical supplies, pharmaceuticals, diagnostic equipment) with a clear understanding of vendor landscape, pricing structures, and compliance considerations.</li><li>Advanced negotiation and contract management skills, with a track record of securing favorable terms, managing risk, and maintaining strong supplier relationships.</li><li>Proven experience developing and executing complex sourcing strategies to drive long-term value.</li><li>Exceptional stakeholder management and communication skills, collaborating seamlessly across clinical and operational teams.</li><li>A results-driven mindset, demonstrated by a history of driving significant and measurable cost savings while maintaining quality and service standards.</li></ul>WHAT YOU KNOWTo be successful in this role, you will have the following experience or knowledge:<ul><li>Education: Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Supply Chain Management, or a related field. A relevant professional certification (e.g., CPSM) is highly desirable.</li><li>Experience: Minimum of 6 years of experience in procurement or supply chain, with at least 2 years of direct category management experience, preferably in the healthcare or medical device sector.</li></ul>Salary RangeThe base salary range for this role is $95,000 - $113,000.The Base range for this role It is not typical for a candidate to be hired close to or at the maximum of the pay range. Base pay depends on individualized factors including experience, qualifications, job-related knowledge, and skills.ABOUT ALPINE INVESTORSAlpine Investors (&quot;Alpine&quot;) is a San Francisco, New York City, and Salt Lake City-based private equity firm that is completely reimagining the private equity space. With over $16 billion in assets under management across nine flagship funds and an established track record of strong performance (most recent fund of $4.5B), Alpine continues to demonstrate that pursuing and investing in passionate individuals is the key driver in building enduring companies and delivering market-leading returns.Midwest Vision Partners is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.Job Type: Full-timePay: $90,000.00 - $113,000.00 per yearBenefits:<ul><li>401(k) matching</li><li>Health insurance</li><li>Paid time off</li><li>Vision insurance</li></ul>Work Location: In person

Procurement Category Manager

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