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Newly Weds Foods

<div><p>The Buyer is responsible for the procurement of diversified categories at the lowest total cost. The Corporate Buyer shares responsibility for performing, reviewing, analyzing, and evaluating audits to ensure accuracy and compliance. The Corporate Buyer helps ensure that plant purchasing departments are functioning at a high level. The Corporate Buyer shares the coordination of raw material planning of major sales account activity and serves as back-up to plant Purchasing Manager. Performs other duties as assigned.</p>
<p>
Essential Functions:
</p><ul><li>Purchase categories with an emphasis on strategizing and implementing cost reduction activities, quality improvement, on time delivery, inventory reduction, lead-time reduction and customer focus.
</li><li>Source new suppliers as required for new and existing categories. Determine the best source of supply by evaluating price, quality, manufacturing capabilities, lead time, service support and financial stability.
</li><li>Develop and establish multiple sources as needed.</li>
<li>Maintain up-to-date commercial and contractual knowledge of the market place and methods adopted by peer groups to ensure that best practices are continually developed and utilized.
</li><li>Evaluate Supplier Performance based on the total cost of ownership.
</li><li>Shared responsibility to conduct audits of plant purchasing practices for efficiency and compliance with corporate guidelines, including but not limited to reviewing monthly excess and write off reports, reviewing random purchase history for best practices, and monitoring compliance with company goals.
</li><li>Shared responsibility analyzing monthly plant inventory reports, payable discrepancy reports and/or missed ship date reports.</li>
<li>Shared responsibility to Function as corporate liaison to Newly Weds Foods plants. Trains plant Purchasing Managers in corrective measures as noted in their respective audits. Trains new hires/acquisition staff.</li>
<li>Shares Administrative function including: editing/updating purchasing manuals and procedures, maintaining the Purchasing Document Library and Database, and assisting with the organization of Conferences.
</li><li>Shared responsibility planning new major domestic account promotions, product introductions and large plant transfers.
</li><li>Functions as back-up to a plant Purchasing Manager as required.
</li><li>Work collaboratively cross-functionally.</li>
<li>Perform other duties or projects as assigned.</li>
</ul>
<p>Salary: $ 62,079 - $ 103,463 per year.</p>
<p>
Qualifications:
</p><ul><li>Requires a Bachelor&rsquo;s Degree.</li>
<li>Minimum of three years&rsquo; experience in Corporate Purchasing or related discipline.
</li><li>Food buying experience required. Packaging buying, food manufacturing and background in a manufacturing system experience a plus.</li>
<li>Strong communication, analytical abilities, organization skills and general knowledge of Adobe applications, Microsoft 0ffice and Lotus Notes</li>
</ul>
<p>Work Environment:
</p><ul><li>General office setting</li>
<li>Domestic and/or International travel as required by category assignment and audit schedule</li>
<li>Periodic exposure to: (1) loud environment, (2) airborne particles with stronger odors associated with spicy food ingredients.</li>
</ul>
<div><p><b><i>Disclaimer: </i></b><i>The above information on this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job. New Weds Foods is an Equal Opportunity Employer.</i></p>
<p><i>
Newly Weds Foods will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States without assistance or support from Newly Weds Foods. Any offer of employment is conditional upon the successful completion of a background investigation and drug screen.</i></p></div></div><p></p>

Purchasing Buyer/Expediter/Planner

State of Illinois

<div><p><b>Job Requisition ID: </b>51287<br>
<b>Closing Date:</b> 11/16/2025<br>
<b>Agency: </b>Executive Ethics Commission<br>
<b>Salary:</b> $116,540 - $124,860<br>
<b>Job Type:</b> Salaried<br>
<b>Category:</b> Full Time<br>
<b>County:</b> Chicago Region</p><p><b>
Number of Vacancies:</b> 1<br>
<b>Bargaining Unit Code: </b>None</p><p></p><p><br>
********<b><i>A RESUME IS REQUIRED FOR THIS JOB POSTING</i></b><b><i>*</i></b><i>*******</i></p><p></p><p><b><br>
NOTE: This is a non-code position. This position is not subject to collective bargaining.</b></p><p>
Please attach a <b>DETAILED Resume/Curriculum Vitae (CV)</b> to the <b>MY DOCUMENTS</b> section of your application. You WILL NOT be considered for the position if you attach a CMS100, CMS100b, or any other document that is not a Resume or CV.</p><p></p><p><b><br>
Why Work for Illinois?</b></p><p>
Working with the State of Illinois is a testament to the values of compassion, equity, and dedication that define our state. Whether you&rsquo;re helping to improve schools, protect our natural resources, or support families in need, you&rsquo;re part of something bigger&mdash;something that touches the lives of every person who calls Illinois home.</p><p>
No matter what state career you&rsquo;re looking for, we offer jobs that fit your life and your schedule&mdash;flexible jobs that provide the gold standard of benefits. Our employees can take advantage of various avenues to advance their careers and realize their dreams. Our top-tier benefits and great retirement packages can help you build a rewarding career and lasting future with the State of Illinois.</p><div><div><div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>
Position Overview</b></h2></div><div><p>
The Chief Procurement Officer for Illinois Public Institutions of Higher Education (CPO-HE) is actively seeking a meticulous, detailed-oriented, and organized problem-solver to regulate state agency procurements. As the State Purchasing Officer, you will play a crucial role in overseeing the procurement process, ensuring that all activities adhere to legal standards. This is an excellent opportunity to make a significant impact while ensuring compliance and efficiency in government purchasing.</p><p></p><p><br>
The CPO-HE ensures that procurements under its jurisdiction are fair, transparent, accountable and in the best interest of the State. The CPO-HE is under the umbrella of the Executive Ethics Commission (EEC), a nine-member commission that promotes transparency, fairness, and integrity by facilitating compliance and enforcement of the State Officials and Employee Ethics Act. The EEC appoints the Chief Procurement Officer (CPO), subject to Senate confirmation, and provides staff and other support in furtherance of the independent procurement role of the CPO. The staff members of the CPO-HE are dedicated public servants focused on providing exceptional service and valuable results to the Illinois public institutions of higher education and people we serve. The CPO-HE works with the universities and Illinois Mathematics Academy to meet their procurement needs free of undue influence through independent authority, oversight and approval.</p><p></p><p><br>
The State Purchasing Officer (SPO) exercises procurement authority on behalf of the CPO-HE by regulating the procurements conducted by their assigned agency, university, board, or commission. Appointed by the CPO to a five-year term, the SPOs operate independently from the university they oversee, ensuring compliant, ethical, and legal procurements.</p></div></div><div><div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>
SPO Responsibilities</b></h2></div><div><ul><li>
Represent the CPO and exercise the CPO&rsquo;s procurement authority at the university level.</li><li>
At the direction of the CPO, the SPO may be assigned responsibility to approve or reject contracts for the university.</li><li>
Initiate procurement planning and development activities and establish appropriate activity schedules. Grant and deny approval at various stages of the procurement process.</li><li>
Conduct or assist with procurement activities of the university on a routine and ad hoc basis.</li><li>
Maintain communication between university procurement staff, university management, and program unit staff to help ensure that program needs are met and that all staff members involved in the purchasing process are aware of and following the procurement process.</li><li>
Review and analyze university procurement activities. Make and implement recommendations for process improvements.</li><li>
Institute necessary training to further the understanding of the procurement process and for university staff development, including but not limited to identification of procurement method, drafting of specifications, evaluation, award, contracting, procurement file documentation, and procurement systems processes.</li><li>
Prepare reports necessary for the management and understanding of university procurement activities. Ensure procurement activities are properly documented to meet legal and other requirements.</li></ul></div></div><div><div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>
SPO III Required Education, Experience, and Skills</b></h2></div><div><ul><li>
Bachelor-level degree from accredited college or university, preferably with courses in business, procurement, supply chain management, public administration, political science, pre-law, communications, or other disciplines related to the work of the Chief Procurement Office or an equivalent combination of degree or non-degree education and relevant professional experience.</li><li>
Certification or ability to be certified by the Universal Public Procurement Certification Council as a Certified Professional Public Buyer or as a Certified Public Procurement Officer within 12 months of appointment.</li><li>
6+ years of State procurement experience and 1+ years of SPO experience; OR 7+ years of non-State procurement experience and 1+ years of SPO experience; OR an advanced degree, 5+ years of State procurement experience, and 1+ years of SPO experience; OR an advanced degree, 4+ years of non-State procurement experience, and 1+ year of SPO experience; OR an advanced degree, 4+ years of private purchasing/supply chain experience, and 1+ years of SPO experience</li></ul></div></div><div><div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>
SPO III Required Education, Experience, and Skills continued</b></h2></div><div><ul><li>
Ability to effectively communicate information and ideas verbally and in writing so others will understand.</li><li>
Ability to identify complex problems and review related information to develop and evaluate options and implement solutions.</li><li>
Must be skilled at using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems.</li><li>
Ability to encourage and build mutual trust, respect, and cooperation among team members.</li><li>
At least three (3) years of experience training by presenting information with a variety of instructional techniques or formats.</li><li>
A minimum of one (1) year of experience using a Learning Management System, eProcurement system, or Enterprise Resource Planning system.</li><li>
A minimum of one (1) year of experience publicly presenting training material with confidence.</li><li>
Experience with responsibilities requiring being thorough in completing work tasks and being organized to accomplish work.</li><li>
Experience with responsibilities requiring identifying reasons or facts of information by breaking down data into separate parts to answer questions or troubleshoot issues.</li><li>
Experience in a position working with Microsoft Office Suite.</li><li>
Experience presenting complex information to a variety of audiences.</li><li>
Experience with responsibility managing one&rsquo;s own time and/or the time of others.</li></ul></div></div><div><div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>
SPO II Required Education, Experience, and Skills</b></h2></div><div><ul><li>
Bachelor level degree from accredited college or university. Non-degree education and/or relevant experience may be considered.</li><li>
Universal Public Procurement Certification Council (UPPCC) or Institute for Supply Management (ISM) Certification or ability to be UPPCC or ISM certified within 12 months.</li><li>
4+ years State procurement experience; OR 4+ years of non-State procurement experience and 1+ years of State procurement experience; OR 4+ years of private purchasing/supply chain experience and 1+ years of State public procurement experience; OR an advanced degree and 3+ years of non-State procurement experience and 1+ years of State procurement experience; OR 3+ years of private purchasing/supply chain experience and 1+ years of State procurement experience</li></ul><ul><li>
Ability to effectively communicate complex information and ideas verbally and in writing, and to determine when each method is appropriate so others will understand.</li><li>
Ability to identify issues and review related information to develop and evaluate options and implement solutions.</li><li>
Skilled at using logic, reasoning, and critical thinking to identify strengths and weaknesses of solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems.</li><li>
Ability to encourage and build mutual trust, respect, and cooperation, among team members and with the agencies we regulate.</li><li>
Skilled in management of one&rsquo;s own time.</li><li>
Ability to work in a team environment as well as independently.</li><li>
Experience in a position working with Microsoft Office Suite.</li></ul></div></div><div><div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>
Preferred Education, Experience, and Skills</b></h2></div><div><ul><li>
Seven plus years&rsquo; experience in public administration, preferably with State government, higher education, or in another regulatory environment.</li><li>
Experience in private or public procurement.</li><li>
Current certification by Universal Public Procurement Certification Council as a Certified Professional Procurement Buyer or Officer (CPPB or CPPO) or the Institute for Supply Management as Certificated Professional in Supply Management (CPSM)</li><li>
Experience using an enterprise resource planning (ERP) or electronic procurement system.</li></ul></div></div><div><div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>
Requirements Additional Eligibility Requirements</b></h2></div><div><ul><li>
Ability to maintain certification by the Universal Public Procurement Certification Council as a Certified Professional Public Buyer or as a Certified Public Procurement Officer</li></ul><p><i>
The SPO is appointed by the Chief Procurement Officer to a term of five years. By law, the SPO must be able to receive certification by the Universal Public Procurement Certification Council (UPPCC) or the Institute for Supply Management (ISM) within 30 months of appointment. Detailed information on the prerequisites to test for certification can be found on the </i><i>UPPCC Certification page</i><i> and the </i><i>ISM Certification page</i><i>.</i></p></div></div><div><div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>
Benefits</b></h2></div><div><p>
This position is eligible to be a member of the State of Illinois Group Insurance program which includes health, dental, vision, and life insurance coverage options. Additionally, this position will annually accrue the following paid benefit leave, prorated based on state date: 12 paid sick days, a minimum of 10 paid vacation days, 6 paid personal days, and be afforded 13 paid state holidays.</p><p></p><p><b><br>
NOTE: This is a non-code position. This position is not subject to collective bargaining and does not require a current grade from Central Management Services.</b></p></div></div></div><p><b>
Work Hours: </b>Monday - Friday, 37.5-hour work week (7.5 hours daily)<br>
<b>Work Location: </b>Chicago Region<br>
<b>Agency Contact:</b> EEC HR<br>
<b>Email:</b> EEC.HR@illinois.gov<br>
<b>Posting Group: </b>Fiscal, Finance &amp; Procurement; Education</p><p>
Revolving Door:<br>
Certain provisions of the revolving door restrictions contained in 5 ILCS 430/5-45 apply to this position. As a result, the employee should be aware that if offered non-State employment during State employment or within one year immediately after ending State employment, the employee shall, prior to accepting any such non-State employment offer, notify the Office of the Executive Inspector General for the Agencies of the Illinois Governor (&ldquo;OEIG&rdquo;) or may be subject to a fine.</p><p>
The main form of communication will be through email. Please check your &ldquo;junk mail&rdquo;, &ldquo;spam&rdquo;, or &ldquo;other&rdquo; folder for communication(s) regarding any submitted application(s). You may receive emails from the following addresses:</p><ul><li>
donotreply@SIL-P1.ns2cloud.com</li><li>
systems@SIL-P1.ns2cloud.com</li></ul></div><p></p>

State Purchasing Officer III/State Purchasing Officer II

Kraft Heinz

<p></p><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><ul><div><b>All Posting Locations:</b> Chicago, IL, US
</div><div><b>Job Functions:</b> Procurement</div>
<div><b>Date Published:</b> October 23, 2025</div>
<div><b>Ref#:</b> R-97568</div>
<div><b>Remote, Hybrid or Onsite:</b> Hybrid</div></ul><div></div><div><br>
</div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div><div></div><div><div><div><div><div><div>ABOUT THE ROLE</div></div><div><div>
Job Description</div>
<p><b>Job Purpose
</b></p><p>As the <b>Group Lead for Paper Packaging Procurement</b>, you will play a crucial role in leading and developing the North American Zone Paper Packaging Procurement team. The successful candidate would be responsible for leading and developing a team of (3) people across the folding cartons, corrugated and label packaging categories. and a spend of over $600MM. The ideal candidate will have a strong Procurement background, with leading teams, as well as developing category sourcing strategy, supplier negotiations, supplier relationship management, cost modeling skills, strong internal &amp; external stakeholder alignment &amp; influencing skills, exceptional communication, organizational and people manager skills.</p>
<p>This candidate will also possess expertise in ensuring the company's packaging needs are met while minimizing costs and ensuring the quality of paper packaging materials for our food and beverage products.</p>
<p><b>Essential Functions &amp; Responsibilities
</b></p><ul><li>Lead, manage, and develop a team of three people, providing guidance, coaching, and support to ensure individual and team success, as well as to foster a positive, inclusive, and productive team culture that encourages collaboration, innovation, and open communication.</li>
<li>Work closely with Global Procurement to ensure alignment on procurement strategies and initiatives.</li>
<li>Collaborate cross-functionally and with category managers to develop and implement strategic sourcing plans for resin packaging materials, aligning with business objectives, and ensuring continuity of supply.</li>
<li>Build and maintain relationships with existing and new suppliers, negotiate contracts, and manage performance to ensure quality, delivery, and meeting cost targets.</li>
<li>Drive value for the business through<b> i</b>dentifying and implementing cost-saving initiatives, such as supplier consolidation, process improvements, improving payment terms, mitigating risks, and driving innovative packaging solutions.</li>
<li>Mitigate risks associated with resin packaging procurement, including supply chain disruptions, quality issues, tariffs, and substance of interest.</li>
<li>Collaboration: Work closely with cross-functional teams, including R&amp;D, Operations, and Quality Assurance, to ensure packaging meets product requirements and regulatory standards.</li>
<li>Analyze market trends, supplier performance, and spend data to inform strategic decisions and optimize procurement processes, implementing best practices and leveraging technology to enhance efficiency and effectiveness.</li>
<li>Managing inflation, driving productivity, setting paper packaging procurement budgets, ensuring alignment with business objectives and financial targets.</li>
<li>Champions our Kraft Heinz organizational values and help drive our procurement vision.</li>
</ul><p><b>Expected Experience &amp; Required Skills</b></p>
<ul><li>Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in supply chain management, finance, business, marketing or equivalent. MBA and advanced Procurement qualifications are preferred. Candidates with equivalent experience and/or education will be considered.</li>
<li>At least 8+ years of Procurement experience, with a minimum of 5-7 years of direct procurement experience.</li>
<li>Strong business acumen, supplier relationship management, influencing skills, and excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to explain Procurement results and variances to non-Procurement audiences.</li>
<li>Results-oriented, adept at solving complex challenges and dealing with ambiguity; anticipates and adjusts to problems and obstacles in the team or the organization.</li>
<li>Creates and manages individual development plans to support career growth and advancement, as well as provides regular feedback, coaching, and mentoring to team members.</li>
<li>Proven project management and solid analytical, consultative, and diagnostic skills; able to make sound, data-driven business decisions. Prior experience with business case development and multi-workstream project management is critical to success in this role.</li>
<li>Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook) and understanding of source-to-pay tools (SAP, Ariba, Workday, etc.)</li>
</ul><p><b>Key Responsibilities:</b></p>
<ul><li>Lead and manage a team of 3 procurement professionals responsible for paper packaging procurement, providing guidance, coaching, and development opportunities to ensure team success.</li>
<li>Develop and execute strategic procurement plans for paper packaging materials, aligning with business objectives and ensuring compliance with company policies and procedures.</li>
<li>Manage and maintain relationships with 50 suppliers, negotiating contracts, pricing, and terms to ensure best-in-class quality, service, and cost.</li>
<li>Oversee the management of over 7,000 resource codes, ensuring accurate and up-to-date information, and implementing process improvements to optimize procurement efficiency.</li>
<li>Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including Supply Chain, Manufacturing, and Quality, to ensure seamless integration of procurement strategies and initiatives.</li>
<li>Analyze market trends, industry developments, and supplier performance to identify opportunities for cost savings, process improvements, and innovation.</li>
<li>Develop and manage budgets, forecasts, and reports to ensure accurate financial planning and tracking.</li>
<li>Ensure compliance with company policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements, including sustainability and social responsibility initiatives.</li>
<li>Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain, or related field.</li>
<li>Minimum 8 years of procurement experience, with at least 3 years in a leadership role.</li>
<li>Proven track record of strategic procurement planning, supplier management, and team leadership.</li>
<li>Strong knowledge of paper packaging materials, including folding cartons, corrugate, and labels.</li>
<li>Excellent communication, negotiation, and interpersonal skills.</li>
<li>Ability to analyze complex data, identify trends, and develop strategic recommendations.</li>
<li>Strong problem-solving and project management skills.</li>
<li>Experience with procurement systems, such as SAP or similar ERP systems.</li>
</ul><p><b>Nice to Have:</b></p>
<ul><li>Master's degree in Business, Supply Chain, or related field.</li>
<li>Certification in procurement, such as CPM or CPSM.</li>
<li>Experience in the food industry or consumer packaged goods.</li>
<li>Knowledge of sustainability and social responsibility initiatives in procurement.</li>
</ul><p>Our Total Rewards philosophy is to provide a meaningful and flexible spectrum of programs that equitably support our diverse workforce and their families and complement Kraft Heinz&rsquo; strategy and values.</p>
<p><b>New Hire Base Salary Range:</b></p>
<p>$137,400.00 &ndash; $171,700.00</p>
<p><b>Bonus:</b> This position is eligible for a performance-based bonus as provided by the plan terms and governing documents.</p>
<p><i>The compensation offered will take into account internal equity and may vary depending on the candidate's geographic region, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience among other factors</i></p>
<p><b>Benefits: </b>Coverage for employees (and their eligible dependents) through affordable access to healthcare, protection, and saving for the future, we offer plans tailored to meet you and your family&rsquo;s needs. Coverage for benefits will be in accordance with the terms and conditions of the applicable plans and associated governing plan documents.</p>
<p><b>Wellbeing:</b> We offer events, resources, and learning opportunities that inspire a physical, social, emotional, and financial well-being lifestyle for our employees and their families.</p>
<p>You&rsquo;ll be able to participate in a variety of benefits and wellbeing programs that may vary by role, country, region, union status, and other employment status factors, for example:</p>
<ul><li><p>Physical &ndash; Medical, Prescription Drug, Dental, Vision, Screenings/Assessments</p>
</li><li><p>Social &ndash; Paid Time Off, Company Holidays, Leave of Absence, Flexible Work Arrangements, Recognition, Training</p>
</li><li><p>Emotional &ndash; Employee Assistance Program , Wellbeing Programs, Family Support Programs</p>
</li><li><p>Financial &ndash; 401k, Life, Accidental Death &amp; Dismemberment, Disability</p>
</li></ul><p><b>Location(s)</b></p>
<p>Chicago/Aon Center</p>
<p><b>Kraft Heinz is an Equal Opportunity Employer &ndash; Underrepresented Ethnic Minority Groups/Women/Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity and other protected classes. In order to ensure reasonable accommodation for protected individuals, applicants that require accommodation in the job application process may contact </b>NAZTAOps@kraftheinz.com<b> for assistance.</b></p></div></div></div></div></div></div>

Lead, Packaging - Paper

Cushman & Wakefield

<div><p><b>Job Title</b></p>
Chief Procurement Officer<p></p><p><b>
Job Description Summary</b></p>
The CPO will lead a global procurement transformation with a strong emphasis on technology enablement, change management, and redefining how procurement supports the business. They will lead Americas and Corporate business planning around procurement savings and benefits, build out global capabilities, and oversee the identification and realization of cost reduction programs.<p><b>
Job Description</b></p><p>
The position will report to the Americas CFO/COO and will have four key areas of responsibility:</p><ul><li><b>
Global Transformation </b>&ndash; Drive and deliver a comprehensive global procurement transformation, including the implementation of a new global vendor management system, process modernization, and the development of a high-performing, adaptable team to achieve strategic objectives.</li><li><b>
Supplier Management &amp; Monetization </b>&ndash; Continue efforts to build a robust global supplier network. Optimize supplier management functions, and monetize third-party spend through effective negotiations and vendor price discount strategies to enhance EBITDA.</li><li><b>
Strategic Operating Model &amp; Category Management </b>&ndash; Design and implement scalable operating models and category management frameworks, ensuring governance, transparency, and dedicated ownership for key spend areas across the organization globally.</li><li><b>
KPIs including Financial and Operational Reporting </b>&ndash; Oversee the creation and tracking of project plans, key performance indicators, and financial and operational reports to monitor progress, enforce accountability, and provide clear status updates to executive leadership.</li></ul><p></p><p><b>
Outcomes (specific objective outcomes that this position should accomplish)</b></p><ul><li>
Transformation Outcomes:<ul><li>
Successfully lead and deliver a global procurement transformation program over two years, resulting in improved technology enablement, streamlined processes, and a redefined procurement function.</li><li>
Achieve full deployment and adoption of a new global procurement technology suite, with measurable increases in process efficiency, data transparency, and user engagement.</li><li>
Establish a globally aligned supplier management framework, reducing fragmentation in EMEA and APAC, closing category ownership gaps, enhancing local supplier network in the US and increasing supplier performance and client value delivery.</li><li>
Drive organization-wide change management initiatives, resulting in high stakeholder engagement, rapid adoption of new processes, and a culture of continuous improvement.</li></ul></li><li>
Strategic &amp; Financial Outcomes<ul><li>
Monetize $5B+ in third-party spend, capturing additional EBITDA through vendor price discounts (VPDs) and innovative procurement strategies.</li><li>
Develop an ongoing program to identify and realize new opportunities to reduce corporate spend</li><li>
Reduce time to generate business unit spend analytics and increase the granularity of spend data, enabling more informed decision-making and improved financial reporting.</li></ul></li><li>
Talent &amp; Organizational Outcomes<ul><li>
Assess and elevate procurement team capabilities, identifying top performers and strengthening overall bench strength through targeted coaching and development programs.</li></ul></li><li>
Stakeholder &amp; Client Outcomes<ul><li>
Build strong partnerships with service line leadership, balancing local/regional needs with global frameworks and delivering measurable improvements in stakeholder satisfaction.</li><li>
Enhance client value through improved procurement solutioning, pricing strategies, and risk management, resulting in increased account profitability and retention.</li></ul></li></ul><p></p><p>
REQUIRED EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS</p><p></p><p>
Education:</p><ul><li>
Bachelor&rsquo;s Degree and at least 15 years of related professional work experience desired</li><li>
Master&rsquo;s degree preferred.</li></ul><p></p><p>
Skills/Previous Experience:</p><ul><li>
Proven executive experience in procurement or with a track record of leading large-scale transformation initiatives. Demonstrated ability to modernize functions through technology enablement, process redesign, and team development.</li><li>
Expertise in driving organizational change, fostering stakeholder engagement, and ensuring rapid adoption of new processes and systems across global teams.</li><li>
Strong ability to build and maintain relationships with internal and external stakeholders, including service line leadership, suppliers, and clients. Skilled at balancing local/regional needs with global frameworks to deliver measurable improvements in satisfaction and value.</li><li>
Executive Leadership &ndash; Ability to drive performance from direct team and overall corporation. Ability to instill confidence in mission with Corporate Partners, Suppliers and Employees.</li><li>
Strategic Planning &ndash; Experience in designing and implementing scalable operating models and category management frameworks, with a focus on governance, transparency, and ownership of key spend areas.</li><li>
Deep understanding of financial management within procurement, including spend analytics, reporting, and strategies to optimize EBITDA through vendor negotiations and cost reduction.</li><li>
Procurement Infrastructure and Data Governance &ndash; Experience and expertise in developing/designing and running all aspects of a Procurement Center of Excellence. Experience and expertise in developing a ground-up data warehouse/cube/lake approach to provide the required data to make critical financial decisions and report status to key stakeholders</li></ul><p></p><p>
Role Based Competencies</p><ul><li>
Strategic and Analytical skills: Demonstrates ability to quickly and proficiently understand and absorb new information and develop penetrating insights. Able to structure and process qualitative or quantitative data and draw insightful conclusions from it and ability to convert data into well thought out strategies.</li><li>
Ability to lead complex, enterprise-wide transformation initiatives, particularly within procurement. Proven success in driving technology adoption, process redesign, and cultural change.</li><li>
Results oriented and bias for action: Delivers tangible, measurable results rapidly by driving procurement transformation, optimizing spend, and ensuring accountability for strategic objectives.</li><li>
Communication: Communicates complex ideas clearly and persuasively to all audiences, ensuring alignment and understanding across the organization.</li></ul><br>
<p></p>
Cushman &amp; Wakefield also provides eligible employees with an opportunity to enroll in a variety of benefit programs, generally including health, vision, and dental insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life, and disability insurance programs, and paid and unpaid time away from work. In addition to a comprehensive benefits package, Cushman and Wakefield provide eligible employees with competitive pay, which may vary depending on eligibility factors such as geographic location, date of hire, total hours worked, job type, business line, and applicability of collective bargaining agreements.<br>
<p></p>
The compensation that will be offered to the successful candidate will depend on factors such as whether the position is covered by a collective bargaining agreement, the geographic area in which the work will be performed, market pay rates in that area, and the candidate&rsquo;s experience and qualifications.<br>
<p></p>
The company will not pay less than minimum wage for this role.<br>
<p></p>
The compensation for the position is: $ 255,000.00 - $300,000.00<p></p>
Cushman &amp; Wakefield is an Equal Opportunity employer to all protected groups, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities. Discrimination of any type will not be tolerated.<p></p><p>
In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act Amendments Act (ADAAA), if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation in order to apply for a position at Cushman &amp; Wakefield, please call the ADA line at <b>1-888-365-5406</b> or email <b>HRServices@cushwake.com</b>. Please refer to the job title and job location when you contact us.</p><p></p>
INCO: &ldquo;Cushman &amp; Wakefield&rdquo;</div>

Chief Procurement Officer

Proxima

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  We have exciting opportunities for Logistics Procurement professionals to join our specialist consulting team based out of North America. Located in the US and UK and part of the global leader Bain &amp; Company, Proxima is a well-established and leading management consulting firm specializing in procurement currently with offices in London, Leeds, Cardiff, and Chicago; with new European offices opening shortly. Hybrid working is the norm with time spent at client site, home as well as your local office.
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  We are experiencing growth across all categories but specifically within
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   Logistics and Supply Chain
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   Procurement
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  we are seeing significant expansion across North America. This would be an exciting time to join a team of exceptional people driven to influencing and shaping Logistics outcomes for our clients.
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   Key Responsibilities:
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  Actively contribute to the Logistics and Supply Chain Community of Practice delivering:
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   Knowledge sharing
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   Insight and future market trends
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   Industry best practices
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   Team development and learning
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   Support the business on growing the category strategy and sales pipeline
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   Identify and drive opportunities for improvement in clients&rsquo; procurement and operational performance
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   Procurement responsibility for planning and implementing high quality solutions that deliver recognizable value to the stakeholders, drawing upon commercial insight for a successful project output
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   An understanding of impacts that operations within logistics and supply chain can have on procurement and how procurement can have on a business supply chain cost to serve
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   Develop and propose category and project strategies that maximize value for clients
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   Gain stakeholder engagement at all appropriate levels and influence effectively
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   Provide input into client&rsquo;s scope of requirements and specification design, proposing best practice approaches to the market
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   Devise negotiation plans and manage negotiation process with client and supplier(s)
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   Provide commercial input on contract terms and conditions with suppliers
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   Desire to continue development within the category striving to understand market dynamics and future trends to support project outputs, and identify opportunities to support business growth
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   About You:
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   Knowledge of Supply Chain and Logistics commercial and operational environment
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   Experience working across different category areas within Logistics; freight (road, sea, air and multimodal), warehousing, 3PL, automation and operations
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   Change management experience
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   Supplier management experience
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   Excellent planning, negotiation, and written &amp; oral communication skills
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   Proven stakeholder engagement skills
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   Flexibility to travel as required
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  Our culture at Proxima is unique and is what makes us stand out. We are a fun and inclusive company, combining a fast paced professional environment with a flat structure. Our culture is collaborative and open, where we welcome and support each other&rsquo;s professional growth. You have the ability to shape and quickly grow your career at Proxima, and we actively progress and promote our people throughout the year. Our people are the driving force of our success and rapid growth. We offer a competitive salary, with an Employee Profit Share bonus and numerous benefits. We also offer flexible working and offer support towards personal learning and development course(s) or training. There are also opportunities to work abroad within North America.
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Procurement Consultant - Logistics

Motorola Solutions

<div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Company Overview</b></h2><p>
At Motorola Solutions, we believe that everything starts with our people. We&rsquo;re a global close-knit community, united by the relentless pursuit to help keep people safer everywhere. Our critical communications, video security and command center technologies support public safety agencies and enterprises alike, enabling the coordination that&rsquo;s critical for safer communities, safer schools, safer hospitals and safer businesses. Connect with a career that matters, and help us build a safer future.<br>
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<b>Department Overview</b></h2>
The Supply Chain and Procurement organization is a fast-paced and dynamic environment, delivering best-in-class communications equipment and solutions for customers around the world. &ldquo;We aim to be a trusted advisor to our business partners &ndash; providing innovative solutions at the best possible value for their sourcing needs&rdquo;<br>
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This role provides essential procurement and supplier expertise in the areas of strategic sourcing and category management with strong commercial and contractual experience. This role will deliver high quality, innovative and proven cost-effective methodologies to support company and department objectives. This role will interface and foster a collaborative environment with cross functional teams. This role requires exceptional verbal and written communication, strong organizational and time management skills.<h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><br>
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Job Description</b></h2><p><b>
NOTE: This is a hybrid role - Candidate must reside in the Chicagoland area with the ability to work from the office as needed</b>.</p><p></p><p><b>
Motorola Solutions is building talent pipelines to meet future hiring demands. This is a pipeline role, while there is not an immediate opening, we want to build relationships with prospective candidates like you. If your background is a match to our requirements, we&rsquo;ll follow up with an exploratory conversation.</b></p><p></p><p><b>
Overview:</b></p><p>
The Procurement Category Manager - Services is a key role responsible for developing and executing procurement strategies for a portfolio of services categories, with a primary focus on third party systems implementation partners, professional services, and full-lifecycle field services (install, maintain, support).</p><p>
This role requires a strategic thinker with strong sourcing acumen, negotiation skills, and a proven track record of achieving significant cost reductions. The successful candidate will manage supplier relationships, drive continuous improvement initiatives, and ensure alignment with overall business objectives.</p><p></p><p><b>
Responsibilities:</b></p><ul><li><p>
Category Strategy Development &amp; Management: Drive transformation by developing and executing innovative, solution-oriented sourcing strategies for our systems integration services.</p></li><li><p>
Market Analysis &amp; Sourcing: Conduct in-depth market research and analysis to identify trends, assess supplier capabilities, and inform sourcing decisions. Proactively identify and evaluate potential suppliers.</p></li><li><p>
Competitive Bidding &amp; Negotiation:Spearhead the development of robust Statements of Work (SOWs) and performance-based contracts, leading negotiations to optimize our total cost of ownership</p></li><li><p>
Cost Reduction Initiatives: Drive aggressive cost reduction initiatives through negotiation, value engineering, process improvements, demand management, and alternative sourcing strategies. Identify and implement innovative cost savings opportunities.</p></li><li><p>
Supplier Relationship Management: Cultivate strategic alliances with key service partners, implementing rigorous vendor performance management to ensure alignment with our business objectives.</p></li><li><p>
Risk Management:Identify and mitigate supply chain risks related to assigned service categories, including project deployment delays, single-source dependencies, financial stability of suppliers, and compliance with regulatory requirements.</p></li><li><p>
Stakeholder Management: Collaborate effectively with internal stakeholders (e.g., pre and post Sales teams, engineering, project and product management, legal) to understand business needs and ensure alignment on procurement strategies.</p></li><li><p>
Contract Management: Manage the entire contract lifecycle, from drafting and negotiation to execution and compliance. Ensure contracts are properly maintained and tracked.</p></li><li><p>
Compliance &amp; Ethics: Ensure compliance with company policies, ethical standards, and relevant regulations.</p></li><li><p>
Reporting &amp; Analytics: Develop and maintain accurate procurement data, reports, and analytics to track performance, identify opportunities, and support decision-making.</p></li><li><p>
Process Improvement: Identify and implement process improvements to streamline procurement operations and enhance efficiency.</p></li></ul><p></p><p><b>
Qualifications:</b></p><ul><li><p>
Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Engineering, or a related field.</p></li><li><p>
8+ years of progressive experience in procurement, strategic sourcing, and category management.</p></li><li><p>
Proven expertise in strategically sourcing the end-to-end services for large-scale technology deployments, with demonstrated success in managing third party systems implementation partners, professional services, and full-lifecycle field services (install, maintain, support).</p></li><li><p>
Proven track record of achieving significant cost reductions through strategic sourcing and negotiation.**</p></li><li><p>
Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.</p></li><li><p>
Excellent negotiation, communication, and interpersonal skills.</p></li><li><p>
Knowledge of contract law and procurement best practices.</p></li><li><p>
Proficiency in using ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle) and e-sourcing tools.</p></li><li><p>
Ability to work autonomously and manage multiple projects simultaneously.</p></li><li><p>
Ability to build and maintain strong relationships with suppliers and internal stakeholders.</p></li></ul><p></p><p><b>
Key Skills:</b></p><ul><li><p>
Category Management</p></li><li><p>
Strategic Sourcing</p></li><li><p>
Contract Negotiation</p></li><li><p>
Cost Reduction</p></li><li><p>
Supplier Relationship Management</p></li><li><p>
Market Analysis</p></li><li><p>
Risk Management</p></li><li><p>
Stakeholder Management</p></li><li><p>
Data Analysis</p></li><li><p>
ERP Systems</p></li></ul><p></p><p>
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Target Base Salary Range: $120,000.00 - $150,000.00</p><p></p><p>
Consistent with Motorola Solutions values and applicable law, we provide the following information to promote pay transparency and equity. Pay within this range varies and depends on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. The actual offer will be based on the individual candidate.</p><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b><br>
Basic Requirements</b></h2><ul><li><p>
Bachelor's Degree in finance or similar business discipline</p></li><li><p>
8+ years of procurement or supply chain experience</p></li><li><p>
Legal authorization to work in the U.S. indefinitely is required. Employer work permit sponsorship is not available for this position</p></li></ul><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b><br>
Travel Requirements</b></h2>
Under 10%<h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><br>
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Relocation Provided</b></h2>
None<h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><br>
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Position Type</b></h2>
Experienced<h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><br>
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Referral Payment Plan</b></h2>
No<p></p><p><b>
Our U.S. Benefits include:</b></p><ul><li><p>
Incentive Bonus Plans</p></li><li><p>
Medical, Dental, Vision benefits</p></li><li><p>
401K with Company Match</p></li><li><p>
10 Paid Holidays</p></li><li><p>
Generous Paid Time Off Packages</p></li><li><p>
Employee Stock Purchase Plan</p></li><li><p>
Paid Parental &amp; Family Leave</p></li><li><p>
and more!</p></li></ul><p><b><i><br>
EEO Statement</i></b></p><p></p><p>
Motorola Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other legally-protected characteristic.</p><p></p><p>
We are proud of our people-first and community-focused culture, empowering every Motorolan to be their most authentic self and to do their best work to deliver on the promise of a safer world. If you&rsquo;d like to join our team but feel that you don&rsquo;t quite meet all of the preferred skills, we&rsquo;d still love to hear why you think you&rsquo;d be a great addition to our team.</p><p></p><p>
We&rsquo;re committed to providing an inclusive and accessible recruiting experience for candidates with disabilities, or other physical or mental health conditions. To request an accommodation, please complete this Reasonable Accommodations Form so we can assist you.</p></div><p></p>

Procurement Category Manager - Services

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.<br>
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Come join us to create what&rsquo;s next. Let&rsquo;s define tomorrow, together.<br>
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Description</b></h2><p>
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.</p><p><b>
Job overview and responsibilities</b></p><p>
The Manager - Purchasing Global Procurement (GP) manages the procurement process for their respective category and leads cross-functional supplier qualification and sourcing activities for assigned category. This role aids in the creation and implementation of strategies for sourcing goods globally to align with organizational goals; ensures alignment and compliance, anticipates changes, and drives activities based on supply market changes and recommendations of task forces. <b>The primary responsibility for this position is the management of direct tactical procurement of airframe components and engine parts that the Technical Operations team has identified and requires.</b></p><p>
The Manager - Purchasing GP supports United&rsquo;s Global Procurement team by successfully leading a team and supporting sourcing initiatives within the designated categories. This role is responsible for meeting and exceeding business objectives in terms of scope of service, quality, risk mitigation, delivery timing, and cost.</p><ul><li>
Manage end-to-end accountability for execution of the category and supplier strategy with stakeholders in line with the guidance of the commercial task force</li><li>
Drive supplier selection according to category strategy, supplier base development, recommendation for the task forces, and identification of new suppliers</li><li>
Conduct requests for complex proposals (RFPs) to competitively source products and services, including gathering requirements, identifying vendors, proposal evaluation and scoring, stakeholder engagement and total cost ownership (TCO) analysis</li><li>
Ensure alignment, anticipate changes, and drive activities based on supply market changes and recommendations of task forces</li><li>
Research supplier market dynamics/intelligence and use it as input into the strategy</li><li>
Monitor and report compliance to Source-to-Pay (S2P) process per entity</li><li>
Negotiate commercials and contractual terms to drive savings and reduce overall risks while ensuring stakeholders&rsquo; needs are met</li><li>
Manage business relationships with key internal stakeholders and external suppliers including communication of demand/volume changes, and sharing end-user feedback</li><li>
Promotes co-operation and communication between internal stakeholders across participating entities</li><li>
Manage and/or mentor team, provide guidance and valuable input on all mentioned responsibilities</li><li>
Train and develop individuals and all team members on spend data analysis and relevant tools</li><li>
Provide support, partnership and direction to team members,</li></ul><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>
Qualifications</b></h2><div><h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>
What&rsquo;s needed to succeed (Minimum Qualifications):</b></h3><br>
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Bachelor's degree in finance, Legal, Supply Chain, or another business-related field</li><li>
4+ years of consulting, sourcing, legal, audit, or finance experience</li><li>
Highly analytical with excellent problem-solving skills</li><li>
Strong communication, negotiation and relationship building skills</li><li>
Strong cross functional leadership skills</li><li>
Experience with both internal stakeholder and supplier relationship management,</li><li>
Ability to work independently</li><li>
Efficient conflict resolution skills</li><li>
Excellent market information analysis skills and supply market knowledge</li><li>
Skilled in strategic minded project management</li><li>
Works well in high-paced cross-functional environment</li><li>
Must be legally authorized to work in the United States for any employer without sponsorship</li><li>
Successful completion of interview required to meet job qualification</li><li>
Reliable, punctual attendance is an essential function of the position</li></ul><p></p><h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b><br>
What will help you propel from the pack (Preferred Qualifications):</b></h3><br>
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Master's degree</li><li>
MBA</li><li>
CPM (Certified Purchasing Manager)</li><li>
5+ year track record in Strategic Procurement</li><li>
Previous experience with assigned category preferred</li><li>
Experience/understanding of airport operations, business partners, contracts, policy and any compliance efforts</li><li>
Proficient in data analysis and visualization, reporting and business intelligence tools</li></ul></div><br>
The base pay range for this role is $99,750.00 to $129,924.00.<br>
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.<br>
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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.<br>
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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.<br>
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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.</div>

Manager - Purchasing GP (Tech Ops)

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