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Aspire Bakeries

<div>
 Aspire Bakeries is a North American baking company with a leadership position in specialty frozen baked goods. Formed from leading bakery companies, its innovative food portfolio includes breads, artisan breads, buns, cookies, donuts, muffins and pastries from beloved brands like La Brea Bakery&reg;, Otis Spunkmeyer&reg;, and Oakrun Farm Bakery&reg;. With 13 bakeries in North America, we are committed to driving innovation, predicting upcoming consumer trends and flavors, and exceeding our customers&rsquo; expectations. Aspire Bakeries champions the values of Integrity, Ownership, Customer Focus, Creativity and Care to help us deliver on People Safety, Food Safety, Quality and Collaboration.
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 As a Procurement Analyst, Indirects, you will play a critical role in streamlining our non-Bill of Material (Indirect Procurement) sourcing data and provide excellent customer service to our Bakeries and internal department. This position requires strong attention to detail, organization, and communication and Excel skills to manage our SAP ECC and SRM database, Ariba Contracts, Ariba RFX, Ariba Marketplace to resolve issues, collaborate cross-functionally and run RFx&rsquo;s. If you enjoy data analytics, engaging Vendors and relationship-building, this is an exciting opportunity to optimize our sourcing processes and create seamless experiences for our internal and external stakeholders.
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  SAP and Ariba Database Administration
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   Apply knowledge and direction of SAP and Ariba work processes to manage database and RFX administration, manage Vendor administration and support conflict resolution, Vendor registration, Contracts and other Indirect Procurement support for Services and Capex for the Bakeries to ensure supply.
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   Manage a variety of routine and non-routine daily contacts with multiple Vendors, Bakeries, AccountsPayable, IT, Engineering and others as needed to obtain information necessary to support using bakeries for their requirements. This information includes finding sources of supply, prices and timing requirements of availability.
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  Projects
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   Support sourcing activities, projects, inquiries, basic negotiations, supplier follow-up, etc. as assigned and directed by Managers.
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   Direct involvement with procurements software tools, Accounting, Finance, Engineering, IT and HR functions to requested deliverables.
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  Sourcing
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   Supports with analysis and data entry for various procurement categories.
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   Develop relationships with the Bakery contacts to support business needs and predict changes and updates needed for seamless ERP
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   Assists with the administration of RFP / RFQ / RFI.
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   Supports bakery with supply challenges.
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  Qualifications
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   Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in Business, Supply Chain, Procurement, Engineering, Finance or Accounting preferred.
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   Proficient in English (written and verbal).
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   Superior critical thinking skills and ability to structure analyses to solve poorly defined problems.
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   Solid communication, problem-solving, and research abilities are necessary.
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   Solid Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint skills.
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   Prior experience with SAP and Ariba are preferred.
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   Central Time Zone 8AM to 5PM - Hybrid in office 4 days per week. (LA Time 6AM to 3PM)
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  Salary Range
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 : $67,000 - $72,000
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 Aspire Bakeries LLC values the contribution each Team Member brings to our organization. The final determination of a successful candidate&rsquo;s starting pay will vary based on a number of factors, including, but not limited to location, shift, education, skill, and experience within the job or the industry. The pay scale listed for this position is generally for candidates that meet the specified qualifications and requirements listed In this specific job description. Additional pay may be determined for those candidates that exceed these specified qualifications and requirements. We provide a competitive compensation package that recognizes your experience, credentials, and education alongside a robust benefits program to meet your needs. For union-represented postings, wage rates and ranges are governed by applicable collective bargaining agreements.
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 Aspire Bakeries is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status.
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Procurement Analyst

UCLA Health

<div><div><b>Description</b><p></p><p>
As our Senior Leave Analyst, you will serve as the coordinator for leaves of absence such as FMLA, CFRA, PDL, Workers' Comp, Military Leaves, etc., for UCLA Health employees. In this role, you will communicate with employees and supervisors on appropriate leave types and determine leave qualification and eligibility accordingly. You will also provide leave of absence consultation, answer questions regarding entitlements and provide information regarding available benefits.</p><p>
The Senior Leave Analyst provides managers and employees with assistance throughout the leave lifecycle and manages case files for each assigned leave of absence in accordance with state, federal, University policy, and/or collective bargaining agreement. You will also coordinate with Disability Management for accommodation requests and consult with Medical Center Employee/Labor Relations for guidance on complicated cases. You will be an active participant in ongoing continuous improvement projects.</p><p>
Salary Range: $70,900 to $145,200 Annually</p></div><div><b>
Qualifications</b><p></p><ul><li>
Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in business, social sciences, or related field or equivalent experience</li><li>
3 years of Leave Management experience, inclusive of the application of collective bargaining agreements, case law, directives, policies, and legislation</li><li>
Strong interpersonal, collaborative, and organizational skills</li><li>
Ability to ask thoughtful questions to understand past precedents and practices</li><li>
Proven relationship management skills required to effectively partner with staff at all levels of the organization</li><li>
Basic knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook</li><li>
Demonstrated ability to conduct root cause analysis and problem resolution</li><li>
Effective verbal and written communication skills</li><li>
Strong knowledge base of UC policy, contracts, and UCPath SOPs, EEC preferred</li></ul></div></div>

Senior Leave Analyst

LA28

<div><p><b>LA28 does not provide relocation assistance.</b></p>
<p></p>
<p>The Summer Olympic and Paralympic Games will be hosted in Los Angeles, California in 2028, returning to the United States for the first time in over 30 years. 2028 will be the first time LA hosts the Paralympic Games, creating an opportunity to expand awareness, understanding and inclusion of people with disabilities.</p>
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LA28, the organizers for the 2028 Olympic and Paralympic Games in Los Angeles, is on a mission to create an unparalleled Games experience for athletes, fans, partners, our community and our people. Our vision is to collectively create what's next through sport, community and the power of our differences.</p>
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The 2028 Olympics and Paralympics will represent LA and leverage the strength of our community's creativity as we collectively work to design a Games that we all want to be a part of. We do this by focusing on people and by inviting everyone into the story of the LA28 Games.</p>
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The LA28 organizing committee is an independent, non-profit organization that is privately funded and governed by a board of directors.</p>
<h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>
Values and Behaviors:</b></h3>
<ul><li><b>Optimism</b> &ndash; Embody a positive, enthusiastic, and solution-oriented attitude in everything we do; challenge the status quo, inspire and support one another to achieve our best; have our eyes on the future and believe we can make a meaningful impact</li>
<li><b>Integrity</b> &ndash; We communicate openly and honestly, listen, and respectfully value multiple perspectives; we do what we say and are accountable for everything we do; we do the right thing, always. Even when it isn't easy</li>
<li><b>Excellence</b> &ndash; We hold ourselves to the highest standard and expectations; we live our values and truths and persevere through challenges; we are continuous learners and adapt and pivot with speed to meet changing needs</li>
<li><b>Inclusion</b> &ndash; We seek to represent, include, empower and level the playing field; our work reflects the communities we serve and the world in which we live; we leverage our platforms to bring awareness to issues relevant to who we are</li>
<li><b>Co-Creation</b> &ndash; We are authors of a shared story. Everyone contributes their unique voice to our shared mission; we share pride in our accomplishments and ownership of our shortcomings</li>
<li><b>Boldness</b> &ndash; We embrace creativity, courage and outside-the-box thinking; we are unafraid to take risks, explore unconventional solutions, and learn from the process; we are innovators, disruptors, and challengers of the status quo</li>
</ul><h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>VNI Manager, Procurement Manager</b></h3>
<p>
The Venues and Infrastructure (VNI) team plays a critical role in delivering competition and non-competition venues that are functional, innovative, and fully accessible for the Olympic and Paralympic Games. As part of the larger Sport and Games Delivery group, the VNI team ensures that all venues are designed, developed, and delivered with the highest standards for functionality, sustainability, and inclusion within time and budget limits.</p>
<p>
Reporting to the Sr. Mgr., Procurement and Contracts, the Procurement Manager oversees the procurement efforts for VNI. The Manager will assist the Sr. Manager to deliver according to the LA28 VNI procurement strategy; including preparation of bid documents, review supplier qualifications and approve award recommendations; coordinate VNI procurement efforts in tandem with the central LA28 procurement teams and manage teams of procurement and contracts professionals. In addition, the Manager will play an integral role working with our delivery partners to optimize the value to LA28 of the delivery partner input to the VNI procurement and contract management activities. This role will require deep collaboration across Finance, Legal, Procurement functional areas, as well as partners and suppliers.</p>
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The successful candidate will have managed procurement activities and led teams for infrastructure projects and/or temporary events.</p>
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Key Responsibilities:</b></h3>
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Procurement Execution</b></p>
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<li>Manage the end-to-end procurement of goods and services for VNI according to the procurement strategy</li>
<li>Lead internal and contracted procurement professionals, including contracts administrators, construction managers, and procurement specialists</li>
<li>Validate market sourcing approach, supplier outreach and qualifications</li>
<li>Prepare bid packages with and ensure relevant standards, requirements and specifications are incorporated from Design &amp; Delivery, Engineering, and other teams and functional areas</li>
<li>Establish selection criteria and approve award decisions</li>
<li>Manage handoffs to other teams, including Legal, central LA28 Procurement, Finance and Venue Management</li>
<li>Ensure LA28 sustainability and impact requirements are incorporated into the procurement process, and report against LA28 metrics</li>
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<p><b>Contracts Management</b></p>
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<li>Work with the legal teams to translate bid documents at award into contract documents</li>
<li>Ensure contract documents are stored in the proper repository and referenced in construction management and invoicing systems</li>
</ul><h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Background &amp; Qualifications:</b></h3>
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Background and Requirements</b></p>
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<li>Minimum 5+ years' experience in procurement and contracts management of major infrastructure and temporary works. Games and major event experience a plus</li>
<li>Knowledge of purchasing, payment, and contracts management systems, including but not limited to Agiloft, Workday, Textura, CMiC, Compass and similar</li>
<li>Experience with leading contracted workforce</li>
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<p><b>Physical Requirements and Working Conditions</b></p>
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<li>The position is in Los Angeles with in-person attendance required.</li>
<li>Occasional travel to suppliers' offices and construction sites</li>
</ul><h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Position Requirements:</b></h3>
<h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Education:</b></h3>
<ul><li>Bachelor's degree in business, legal, or equivalent work experience</li>
<li>Procurement certifications desired</li>
<li>Project management desired</li>
</ul><h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Expectations:</b></h3>
<ul><li>Demonstrated commitment to co-creation and collaborative decision-making</li>
<li>Ability to work independently and adapt to changing priorities</li>
</ul><h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Submission Requirements:</b></h3>
<ul><li>Resume</li></ul><br>
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The annual base salary range for this position is $88,000.00 - $115,000.00. The pay scale provided is the range that LA28 reasonably expects to pay as starting base compensation for this role. All LA28 compensation remains subject to final determination based on individual candidate qualifications, experience, or other reasonable criteria consistent with LA28's operational business needs and applicable law.</p>
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LA28 does not provide relocation assistance.</p>
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<p><i>LA28 is committed to operating fair and unbiased recruitment procedures allowing all applicants an equal opportunity for employment, free from discrimination on the basis of religion, race, sex, age, sexual orientation, disability, color, ethnic or national origin, or any other classification as may be protected by applicable law. We strive to build a team that is diverse, inclusive and encourages qualified candidates of all backgrounds, perspectives, and identities to apply. </i><i>We will consider all qualified candidates with criminal histories in a manner consistent with local law. </i><i>We assess applications based on relevant skills, education, and experience a candidate can add to our team.</i></p></div><p></p>

VNI Manager, Procurement Manager

Latham & Watkins LLP

<div>About Latham &amp; Watkins:
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Latham &amp; Watkins is a global law firm consistently ranked among the top firms in the world. The success of our firm is largely determined by our commitment to hire and develop the very best and brightest, creating a team that provides our clients with the highest quality of work and service. We are driven by our core values: respect, innovation, and collaboration.</div>
About the Role:
<p>
The Associate Director &ndash; Procurement is an integral part of Latham&rsquo;s Global Finance team. This role will be responsible for the direct management of the Procurement team and providing support and guidance to those personnel, outside of the procurement function, who are involved in contracting, buying, and other spend activities, while ensuring all procurement developments and procedures are designed and created to support firm strategy, reduce spend, and provide effective process and systems to support contracting and buying activities. This role drives the procurement function to maturity, executes on the transformation of the function, drives spend optimization, and is viewed as a strategic business partner of the firm. This role will be located in our Global Services Office in Downtown Los Angeles. Please note that this role may be eligible for a flexible working schedule that allows for a hybrid and in-office presence.</p>
Responsibilities &amp; Qualifications:
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Other key responsibilities include:</div><ul><li>
Providing strategic direction and support to the firm regarding the following areas: supplier and risk management, contract negotiation, procurement operations (procure-to-pay), category management/strategic sourcing, contracts administration, asset management, and analytics regarding these areas</li><li>
Leading firm wide procurement related projects to completion</li><li>
Building and sustaining a high-performing procurement organization and team</li><li>
Communicating procurement activities and vision/roadmap to all relevant stakeholders in the organization on a regular basis</li><li>
Developing and managing a vendor management program in partnership with business stakeholders, the vendor risk management function, and a global accounts payable team</li><li>
Staying abreast of current and new procurement related tools, technologies, and market trends as they relate and are relevant to the firm</li><li>
Leading and guiding other firm personnel involved in negotiating contracts or buying activities including providing training in best practices, process support, and other activities in furthering the firm's policies, procedures, and objectives</li><li>
Protecting and maintaining any highly sensitive, confidential, privileged, financial, and/or proprietary information that Latham &amp; Watkins retains</li></ul><p><br>
We&rsquo;d love to hear from you if you:</p><ul><li>
Possess excellent leadership skills, and the ability to lead a team (e.g., organizing, planning, problem-solving, and decision-making) necessary for effective management, in addition to the ability to manage work of others to ensure compliance and accuracy</li><li>
Exhibit knowledge of project management principles and program management experience</li><li>
Demonstrate the ability to undertake large, long-term projects, develop alternative methods for completion, and implement solutions</li></ul><p>
And have:</p><ul><li>
A bachelor's degree with a concentration in business administration, preferably</li><li>
An MBA or advanced degree in business, finance, supply chain, or other relevant discipline, preferably</li><li>
A minimum of ten (10) years&rsquo; experience of indirect procurement in a similar-sized organization and industry, preferably</li><li>
A minimum of seven (7) years&rsquo; experience in a procurement leadership role with demonstrated ability to effectively lead a team, with accountability, strategic planning, and budgeting</li></ul>
Benefits &amp; Additional Information:
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Successful candidates will not only be provided with an outstanding career opportunity and welcoming environment, but will also be provided with a generous total compensation package with bonuses awarded in recognition of both individual and firm performance. Eligible employees can participate in Latham&rsquo;s comprehensive benefit program which includes:</p><br>
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Healthcare, life and disability insurance</li><li>
A generous 401k plan</li><li>
At least 11 paid holidays per year, and a PTO program that accrues 23 days during the first year of employment and grows with tenure</li><li>
Well-being programs (e.g. mental health services, mindfulness and resiliency, medical resources, well-being events, and more)
</li><li>Professional development programs</li><li>
Employee discounts</li><li>
Affinity groups, networks, and coalitions for lawyers and staff</li></ul><div></div><div><br>
Latham &amp; Watkins is an equal opportunity employer. The Firm prohibits discrimination against any employee or applicant for employment on the basis of race (including, but not limited to, hair texture and protective hairstyles), color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status (including veterans of the Vietnam era), gender expression, marital status, or any other characteristic or condition protected by applicable statute.</div><p><br>
Please click here <b>t</b>o view the full job description for this role.</p><p><br>
Latham &amp; Watkins LLP will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the City of Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance (FCIHO). Please click the link below to review the Ordinance. #Associate #LI-LK1</p>
Pay Range: USD $250,000.00 - USD $280,000.00 /Yr.</div>

Associate Director – Procurement

L.A. Care Health Plan

<div></div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><p>Manager, Category Management and Procurement
</p></div></div></div></div><div><div><div><div><b>Job Category: </b>Accounting/Finance
</div></div></div></div><div><div><div><div><b>Department: </b>Procurement and Contracting Services
</div></div></div></div><div><div><div><div><b>Location:
</b>Los Angeles, CA, US, 90017
</div></div></div></div><div><div><div><div><b>Position Type: </b>Full Time
</div></div></div></div><div><div><div><div><b>Requisition ID: </b>12456
</div></div></div></div><div><div><div><div><div><b>Salary Range:</b> $117,509.00 (Min.) - $152,762.00 (Mid.) - $188,015.00 (Max.)</div><br>
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<div>Established in 1997, L.A. Care Health Plan is an independent public agency created by the state of California to provide health coverage to low-income Los Angeles County residents. We are the nation&rsquo;s largest publicly operated health plan. Serving more than 2 million members, we make sure our members get the right care at the right place at the right time.<br>
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Mission: L.A. Care&rsquo;s mission is to provide access to quality health care for Los Angeles County's vulnerable and low-income communities and residents and to support the safety net required to achieve that purpose.<br>
</div><div><div><div><div>Job Summary</div>
</div><div><p>
The Manager, Category Management and Procurement manages and leads the implementation of the overall category management and procurement processes for multiple categories and commodities. The position manages continuous improvement of the L.A. Care source-to-pay process. The Manager works closely with the Chief Procurement Officer and other senior management and cross-functional teams in developing and executing category plans and all related procurement and activities.</p><br>
<p></p><p>The Manager is an expert on all category management, procurement, and relationship management requirements and processes. The position leads and provides consultation to other cross-functional teams with executing cost reduction and related activities across the enterprise. The Manager ensures that the team's collective efforts increase value (service and monetary), decrease request for proposal (RFP), vendor contract cycle time, and increase customer service in support of optimizing L.A. Care operations. This position will interface senior management and senior level vendor contacts.</p><br>
<p></p><p>The position manages all aspects of running an efficient team, including hiring, supervising, coaching, training, disciplining, and motivating direct reports.</p>
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Duties</div>
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Manages the overall category management and procurement process to ensure high-value execution and integrity of all vendor relationships, pricing and contracts within L.A. Care source-to-pay. Develops requirements that will leverage and optimize the source-to-pay system(s). Ensures accurate vendor records and pricing with corresponding executed RFx/contracts; optimized process for proper source-to-pay system maintenance; proper procedures to ensure accurate reports, training program and materials.</p><br>
<p></p><p>Manage staff, including, but not limited to: monitoring of day to day activities of staff, monitoring of staff performance, mentoring, training, and cross-training of staff, handling of questions or issues, etc. raised by staff, encourage staff to provide recommendations for relevant process and systems enhancements, among others.. Effectively trains staff to ensure they are equipped with up-to-date category management and procurement process and policy, and support staff in all aspects of category management and procurement. Provides guidance, instruction, and requirements to staff and supports in trouble shooting issues.</p><br>
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<p>Manages complex projects, engaging and updating key stakeholders, developing timelines, leads others to complete deliverables on time and ensures implementation upon approval. Leads Vendor Selection Process/Request for RFxs and negotiations on select high value vendor contracts from cross-functional teams and provides consultative expertise to the team on other vendor RFxs.</p><br>
<p></p><p>Plans and implements systems and procedures to maximize operating efficiency and achieve strategic priorities.</p><br>
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<div>Act as a subject matter expert (SME) for cross-functional teams on proper category management and procurement execution that balances risks and flexibility. Ensures end-to-end source-to-pay process complies to L.A. Care policies while incorporating best practice for effectiveness, efficiency, and better customer service. Implements end-to-end category management and procurement procedures that are compliant to L.A. Care policies and that meet L.A. Care's objectives. Ensures that category management and procurement procedures and training materials compliment procurement processes.</div>
</div></div><div></div><div><div><div>Duties Continued</div>
</div><div><div>Liaisons with the L.A. Care legal department to develop effective contract processes, tools, and standard procedures while leveraging the contract management system to its fully extent possible. Responsible for safeguarding the acceptable contract clauses, language, templates, and tools pre-approved by the legal team.
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<div></div><div>Leads and facilities formal meetings with senior internal staff in developing strategic and tactical plans for category management, vendor relationship management, savings opportunities and/or RFx/contracting strategies that allow L.A. Care to function more effectively. Performs vendor contract inventory analysis and reports that include contracts expirations, contract spend, and other data for L.A. Care Officer review and that will feed into category management and procurement plans for potential Request for Quotes (RFQs)/Requests for Proposals (RFPs) and vendor consolidation opportunities as well as better management of vendor compliance to contracts.
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<div></div><div>Performs other duties as assigned.</div>
</div></div><div><div><div>Education Required</div>
</div><div><div>Bachelor's Degree in Accounting, Finance Economics, Business or Related Field</div><div>
In lieu of degree, equivalent education and/or experience may be considered.</div></div></div><div><div><div>
Education Preferred</div>
</div><div><div>Master's Degree in Business or Related Field</div></div></div><div><div><div>
Experience</div>
</div><div><p><b>
Required:</b></p>
<p>At least 6 years of related experience in assigned categories contract lifecycle management for services related categories and commodities.</p><br>
<p></p><p>At least 4 years of experience in leading, supervising, and/ or managing staff, whether directly or indirectly.</p><br>
<p></p>
<p>Experience drafting, negotiating, red lining, finalizing and managing complex supplier agreements for a wide variety of goods and services.</p><br>
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</div></div><div><div><div>
Skills</div>
</div><div><p><b>
Required:</b></p>
<p>Strong legal and business acumen with demonstrated ability to manage complex negotiations and relationships.</p>
<p>Effective communications and presentation skills required.</p>
<p>Able to or provide direction to team members to execute category management, procurement, and contract efforts with outside vendors.</p>
<p>Ability to negotiate and manage relationships and contracts with outside vendors that are in the best interests of L.A. Care.</p>
<p>Tactful, diplomatic in implementing new processes, procedures, and systems across L.A. Care and be able to convince staff and management why changes are needed.
</p><p>Skilled in incorporating change throughout companies.</p>
<p>Must be proactive, resourceful, and able to find alternative solutions to deliver results.</p>
<p>Demonstrated ability to communicate, problem solve, and work effectively with business, procurement and legal professionals.</p>
<p>Ability to be consultative to Procurement and L.A. Care staff on developing the best category management and strategic sourcing (including contract) options.</p>
<p>Excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects.</p>
</div></div><div><div><div>
Licenses/Certifications Required</div>
</div></div><div></div><div><div><div>Licenses/Certifications Preferred</div>
</div></div><div></div><div><div><div>Required Training</div>
</div></div><div></div><div><div><div>Physical Requirements</div>
</div><div><div>Light</div></div></div><div><div><div>
Additional Information</div>
</div><div><div><b>
Skills Continued:</b></div>
<p>Strong internal stakeholder management skills: capacity to listen, build trusting relationships in all levels of the organization, understand and capture stakeholder's needs and deliver effective solutions.</p>
<p>Good knowledge of legal environment related to purchasing contracts and framework agreements.</p>
<p>Strong analytical and problem solving skills, with keen understanding of relevant cost drivers.</p>
<p>Demonstrated ability to select, manage, develop and coach others.</p>
<p>Excellent written and verbal communication skills in order to secure most favorable terms, prices and/services levels and contract terms.</p>
<p>Persuasion Skills: Effective negotiator who exhibits high levels of personal integrity and honesty. Skill in planning and coordinating vendor visits and negotiations, and comprehensive knowledge of market conditions. Understanding of the flow and accounting requirements to facilitate document flow and efficiency. Ability to enforce policy compliance.</p>
<div>Financial Impact: Effective vendor contract negotiation will have a high financial impact and influence because of negotiation of pricing and contract terms.</div>
</div></div></div><div><b>
Salary Range Disclaimer:</b> The expected pay range is based on many factors such as geography, experience, education, and the market. The range is subject to change.</div><br>
<div></div>
<div><b>L.A. Care offers a wide range of benefits including</b></div>
<ul><li>Paid Time Off (PTO)</li>
<li>Tuition Reimbursement</li>
<li>Retirement Plans</li>
<li>Medical, Dental and Vision</li>
<li>Wellness Program</li>
<li>Volunteer Time Off (VTO)</li></ul><div><br>
</div></div></div></div></div><p><br>
<b>Nearest Major Market: </b>Los Angeles
<br>
<b>Job Segment: </b>Relationship Manager, Customer Service</p></div></div></div><div></div>

Manager, Category Management and Procurement

Divergent

<div>
 Divergent is a technology company that has architected, invented, built, and commercialized an end-to-end factory system called the Divergent Adaptive Production System (DAPS&trade;) that comprehensively uses machine learning to optimally engineer, additively manufacture, and flexibly assemble complex integrated vehicle structures and subsystems. Products created using DAPS are superior in performance, lower in cost, rapidly customizable to meet mission and customer-specific requirements, faster to market, and scalable on demand to high volume production. Divergent is a qualified Tier 1 supplier to global automotive OEMs, and Divergent is now expanding to support mission critical needs in the Aerospace and Defense sector. Join us to be a part of this transformative journey, where your impact will shape the future of technology and production.
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 The
 <strong>
  Director of Procurement
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 will be responsible for the end-to-end procurement lifecycle for all goods and services across Divergent. This includes:
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   Direct Procurement of raw materials, powders, machined components, and specialized services used in the production of 3D-printed parts.
  </li>
  <li>
   Capital Equipment Procurement for the internal development and construction of Divergent&rsquo;s proprietary 3D printers&mdash;including motion systems, control electronics, high-precision actuators, laser systems, and other electromechanical components.
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   Indirect Procurement of all supporting goods and services, including software, facilities, logistics, R&amp;D tools, consulting, and IT infrastructure.
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 This leader must interface cross-functionally with Engineering, Program Management, Production, Facilities, and Finance to ensure timely and cost-effective sourcing of highly specialized items in a complex, fast-paced environment.
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   Develop and execute a comprehensive sourcing strategy for both direct and indirect procurement.
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   Define supplier segmentation, risk management frameworks, and cost-reduction initiatives across all categories.
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   Establish clear procurement policies, governance structures, and compliance standards.
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  3D-Printed Component Supply Chain
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   Source and manage vendors for:
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    High-performance additive manufacturing powders (e.g., titanium, Inconel, aluminum alloys)
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    Post-processing partners (heat treatment, HIP, machining, surface finishing)
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    Custom tooling and jigs required for part validation and vehicle integration
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   Ensure traceability, compliance with aerospace/automotive quality standards (e.g., AS9100, IATF 16949), and alignment with Divergent&rsquo;s production ramp.
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  Capital Equipment Procurement (Printer Systems)
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   Partner with Engineering and R&amp;D to source complex subassemblies for internal 3D printer builds:
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    High-speed robotic arms and motion systems
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    Optical systems, laser hardware, and photonics components
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    Precision linear stages, actuators, sensors, and encoders
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    PLCs, industrial PCs, drives, and custom control hardware
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   Implement technical supplier audits and qualification for new vendors supporting long-lead custom items.
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   Manage build schedule dependencies and long-lead time forecasting in coordination with hardware development teams.
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  Indirect Procurement Management
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   Lead purchasing for all indirect categories, including:
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    Facilities (construction, services, leases)
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    IT/software (CAD/CAE tools, cloud infrastructure, enterprise applications)
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    Consulting, HR, and G&amp;A support services
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   Negotiate complex service agreements and multi-year contracts to support business scalability.
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  Supplier Performance &amp; Relationship Management
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   Build a preferred supplier network with robust performance metrics (cost, quality, on-time delivery, innovation).
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   Drive cost negotiation, volume pricing agreements, and long-term strategic partnerships.
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   Monitor supplier health and ensure redundancy for critical categories.
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  Team Building &amp; Systems Implementation
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   Build and lead a growing team of category managers, buyers, and analysts.
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   Select, implement, and optimize procurement systems (ERP, e-sourcing platforms, supplier portals).
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   Develop real-time dashboards for spend visibility, savings tracking, and supplier KPIs.
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  Basic Qualifications
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   Ability to lawfully access information and technology that is subject to US export controls
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   Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in Engineering, Supply Chain, Business, or a technical discipline; Master&rsquo;s or MBA preferred.
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   10+ years of progressive procurement experience in advanced manufacturing, capital equipment, or R&amp;D-intensive industries.
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   Demonstrated experience sourcing high-complexity, low-volume systems (e.g., robotics, optics, automation equipment).
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   Deep understanding of supply chain requirements for additive manufacturing and serialized hardware production.
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   Excellent negotiation skills and experience managing supplier performance and escalation processes.
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   Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, ambiguous environment and influence across diverse technical teams.
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   Experience with ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle, NetSuite) and procurement analytics platforms.
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   Knowledge of ISO, AS9100, or similar quality standards highly desirable.
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  Preferred Qualifications
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   Previous experience supporting hardware product launches in automotive, aerospace, defense, or industrial automation sectors.
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   Background in mechanical or electrical engineering with strong technical procurement acumen.
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   Familiarity with design-for-manufacturing, new product introduction (NPI), and rapid prototyping processes.
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 Pay Range: $163,455 USD - $224,783 USD
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  What We Offer:
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   Holistic Compensation Package: Enjoy a world-class compensation package that includes a competitive salary, equity plan, and discretionary results-based incentive bonus opportunities, ensuring you're truly valued for your contributions.
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   Wellness and Time Off: Embrace a healthy lifestyle with paid vacation, sick time, and company holidays, including a year-end shutdown to recharge. We support growing families with paid parental leave, recognizing the importance of bonding time.
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   Comprehensive Health and Wellness: Prioritize your well-being with our comprehensive health and wellness benefits, offering both HMO and Premium PPO options. Additionally, benefit from company-sponsored life insurance and short and long-term disability coverage for peace of mind.
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   Investment in Growth: We're committed to your professional development. Take advantage of reimbursement opportunities for learning and development initiatives, empowering you to continuously expand your skill set and reach peak performance.
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   Collaborative and High-Performing Environment: Join our collaborative, dynamic, and high-performing team within a fast-paced, mission-driven company. Together, we're disrupting the traditional manufacturing industry, fostering innovation, and integrating people and technology to reduce our footprint.
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   Equal Employment Opportunity
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  Divergent is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability or veteran status, or any other applicable state or federal protected characteristic. Divergent provides affirmative action in employment for qualified Individuals with Disabilities and Protected Veterans in compliance with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act and the Vietnam Era Veterans&rsquo; Readjustment Assistance Act.
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  In order to adjust to changes in our business, it may become necessary to add, remove or modify certain duties and responsibilities, or to reassign you to another job position. From time to time you may be asked to work on special projects or to assist with other work. Your cooperation and assistance in performing such additional work is expected.
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   E-Verify: Right to Work
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  Our company participates in E-Verify. E-Verify is a program that electronically confirms a candidate&rsquo;s eligibility to work in the United States after completing the Employment Eligibility Verification (Form I-9). The information provided on the Form I-9 is compared to the records contained in the Social Security Administration and Department of Homeland Security (DHS) databases. This helps employers verify the identity and employment eligibility of newly hired employees.
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  Eligibility to Work Poster (English) | Eligibility to Work Poster (Spanish)
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   Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance (FCIHO)
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  Pursuant to the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance (FCIHO), we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
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   No agencies, no solicitations, and no calls please.
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Director, Procurement

StudyFetch

<div><p><b>Growth Analyst</b></p><p>
Location: Beverly Hills, CA (Hybrid)</p><p>
Team: Growth</p><p></p><p><b>
About StudyFetch</b></p><p>
StudyFetch is the #1 AI-native learning platform globally, transforming how millions of students learn through personalized AI-powered education. We&rsquo;re growing fast with backing from top-tier investors and a mission that&rsquo;s redefining the future of education and ethical learning.</p><p></p><p><b>
About the Role</b></p><p>
We&rsquo;re looking for a sharp, execution-focused Growth Analyst to support our Growth and Marketing teams with high-impact insights and paid acquisition operations. In this role, you&rsquo;ll own our Mixpanel analytics instance, build and maintain dashboards, and manage performance marketing execution across channels like Meta and TikTok. You&rsquo;ll play a critical role in operationalizing our growth engine; turning data into direction and campaigns into results.</p><p></p><p><b>
Key Responsibilities</b></p><ul><li><p>
Own and maintain our Mixpanel analytics setup: events, funnels, cohorts, dashboards</p></li><li><p>
Build and iterate on growth and marketing dashboards to track KPIs, trends, and campaign performance</p></li><li><p>
Deliver actionable insights to Growth and Marketing teams to inform decision-making</p></li><li><p>
Set up, manage, and optimize paid campaigns (Meta, TikTok, etc)</p></li><li><p>
Execute channel-specific A/B tests and support creative testing across ad platforms</p></li><li><p>
Work closely with the Head of Growth to report on CAC, ROAS, retention, and other core metrics</p></li><li><p>
Assist in attribution modeling and user journey analysis</p></li><li><p>
Partner with Product and Engineering on analytics instrumentation and data quality</p></li></ul><p></p><p><b>
What We&rsquo;re Looking For</b></p><ul><li><p>
2-4 years of experience in a Growth, Performance Marketing, or Marketing Analytics role</p></li><li><p>
Strong familiarity with tools like Mixpanel, GA4, and Excel/Google Sheets (SQL and Python are a plus)</p></li><li><p>
Hands-on experience running paid campaigns across Meta, TikTok, and other major ad platforms</p></li><li><p>
Experience building dashboards and reporting for growth or marketing teams</p></li><li><p>
Strong analytical skills with the ability to turn data into clear recommendations</p></li><li><p>
Comfortable working in a fast-paced startup environment with evolving priorities</p></li><li><p>
Bonus: Experience in edtech or consumer-facing startups</p></li></ul><p></p><p><b>
What We Offer</b></p><ul><li><p>
$90,000 - $115,000 Base Salary</p></li><li><p>
100% employer paid Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance</p></li><li><p>
75% dependent coverage</p></li><li><p>
A high-growth, mission-driven team focused on transforming how students learn</p></li></ul><p>
If you're ready to revolutionize learning, join our team!
</p><p>Compensation Range: $90K - $115K</p></div>

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