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Sims Limited

<div><div><div><div><div><div><h1 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Regional Procurement Manager
</b></h1></div></div></div></div><div><div><div><div>Date: Oct 24, 2025
</div></div></div></div><div><div><div><div>Location:
Chicago, IL, US, 60606
</div></div></div></div><div><div><div><div>Company: simsmetalm
</div></div></div></div><div><div><div><div>Req ID: 5555
</div></div></div></div><div><div><div><div>Salary Range: 116,780.00 - 163,492.00 USD
</div></div></div></div><div><div><div><div><p>Sims Metal (Sims) is a global leader in metal recycling. With facilities across the globe, Sims plays an intrinsic role in the circular economy by making resources available for future use. As a responsible corporate citizen, we continuously seek new ways to broaden our participation in the environmental sector, ensuring that our future is as bright, safe, and secure as at any time in our long history.</p>
<p>With a promote-from-within philosophy and a variety of programs available to support continuous learning, Sims offers the opportunity for a rewarding career. We are committed to the ecologically sound and sustainable use of resources and strive to operate in a manner that minimizes waste and protects the environment.</p>
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Job Summary:</b></p>
<p>
The Regional Procurement Manager is responsible for partnering with operational teams to deliver value for money through effective procurement planning, sourcing, and supplier management. This includes overseeing day-to-day purchases, ensuring quality control of existing supplier contracts, and driving continuous improvement in procurement and purchasing processes.</p>
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Drive measurable P&amp;L and capital cost reductions by leveraging strategic sourcing, optimizing supplier contracts, negotiating favourable supplier terms, identifying opportunities for bulk purchasing, and consolidating vendors.</p>
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Enhance procurement decision-making by building strong cross-functional relationships with key stakeholders to align sourcing strategies with business objectives and ensure data-driven, collaborative decisions.</p><br>
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Primary Responsibilities:</b></p>
<ul>
<li><b>Purchasing / Sourcing / Contracts:
</b></li></ul><p>Organizing and supervising the purchasing functions of the regional business; managing the daily activities of sourcing / bidding of day-to-day requests entered in the ERP System and capital project purchases; managing local contracts including administer, negotiating, review, renewal, filing, and evaluating procured materials for best value for money and is consistent with the quality and service required.</p>
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Approve and distribute POs to vendors and requestors. Standardize product listing when deemed applicable for all PO&rsquo;s entered in the ERP system, whilst following SOP and safety guidelines for compliance. Utilize preferred &amp; national vendors when applicable. Execute Emergency Purchase Orders (EPO) as needed following SOP guidelines &amp; procedure.</p>
<ul>
<li><b>Vendor Management &amp; Compliance:</b></li>
</ul>
<p>Ensure contract and insurance compliance amongst existing and new vendors, including vendor documentation, insurance and contracts based on service level.</p>
<p>
Act as liaison between Vendor &amp; accounts payable and Vendor &amp; internal customers</p>
<ul>
<li><b>Support Internal Customers:
</b></li></ul><div>Collaborate with the operational businesses to deliver value for money to Sims through effective planning and sourcing processes.</div>
<p>
Monitor critical orders, provide resolution as issues arise - expedite orders, address defective</p>
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goods, returns &amp; service-related inquiries.</p>
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Provide procurement related training as needed.</p>
<ul>
<li><b>Accounts Payable related issues:
</b></li></ul><p>Resolve PO/Invoice related discrepancies, provide AP with general ledger or PO information for invoices, confirming and clearing PO liabilities, and ensure the correct invoice pricing is correct.</p>
<ul>
<li><b>Enhance data, compile / distribute reports:
</b></li></ul><p>Remove obstacles / barriers to identifying, scoping and delivering of current fiscal year and beyond benefits, specifically improving spend data via accurate categorization to improve utilization and streamline spend analysis to identify opportunities.</p>
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Compile and distribute weekly Open Order Reports. Assist in ensuring receipts of goods and services, and resolving discrepancies communicated by internal customers. Reviewal and submittal of monthly Manual Accrual reports.</p>
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Job Qualifications</b></p>
<ul>
<li>Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in Business Administration, Accounting, Economics, or related field required. Master&rsquo;s degree preferred.</li>
<li>5+ years of supervisorial or managerial experience in purchasing related field preferred.</li>
<li>Other Required Skills/certifications</li>
<li>CSCP or CPSM certification preferred</li>
<li>Proficient in PC &amp; Windows. Proficient in Microsoft Office Applications (Excel, Word, Outlook, etc.)</li>
<li>Demonstrates aptitude and precision working with numbers.</li>
<li>Performs function with little or no supervision in a timely manner with high quality.</li>
<li>Knowledge of purchasing policies, processes, and procedures, with the ability to negotiate best terms and pricing</li>
</ul>
<p><b>Competencies:</b></p>
<ul>
<li>Strong interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills.</li>
<li>Highly organized, detail oriented and able to multi-task.</li>
<li>Ability to adapt and learn new systems and processes.</li>
</ul><p>
A career with Sims provides you with the opportunity to work with an organization whose goal is to be the world&rsquo;s safest and most responsible recycling company. Our people achieve this by creating a zero-harm workplace, being exemplary members of the communities in which we operate, and being responsible stewards of the environment. We also offer competitive pay and a range of attractive benefits.</p>
<p>At Sims together we are a diverse group of employees who are supported by our equal opportunity policy. To achieve our purpose to create a world without waste to preserve our planet, we are guided by our Principles of Purpose: Be Safe + Well, Band Together, Be Accountable + Transparent, Consistently Innovate, Inspire with Purpose, Celebrate + Have Fun.</p>
</div></div></div></div></div><div><div><div><p><b>ALREADY AN EMPLOYEE?</b></p>
<p>Please apply through our Internal Career Site: Click here</p>
</div></div><div><div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Why Choose A Career with Sims?</b></h2>
<p>Sims is a hub of innovation, offering employees the chance to explore new ideas and technologies while providing ample opportunities for personal and professional growth.</p>
<p>With a diverse workforce, Sims fosters a sense of belonging and inclusion where employees can thrive and establish lasting connections. Working at Sims offers the chance to engage with a global network, providing opportunities for travel, cross-cultural experiences, and the ability to contribute to a sustainable future. Sims is renowned as one of the world&rsquo;s leading sustainable companies, empowering employees to make a difference in creating a world without waste to preserve the planet.</p>
<p>Sims prioritizes employee wellbeing, offering superior benefits packages, meaningful training opportunities, and a supportive atmosphere where employees feel valued and heard at all levels of the organization. Sims maintains a strong focus on safety, where individuals are encouraged to challenge themselves, contribute, and support one another, in a collaborative team environment.</p><br>
</div></div></div><p><br>
<b>Nearest Major Market: </b>Chicago</p></div>

Regional Procurement Manager

Mars

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  Strategic Sourcing Manager &ndash; Logistics/Transportation
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 The Strategic Sourcing Manager leads purchasing for indirect goods and services within the Logistics category at a regional level, focusing on strategy implementation and operational excellence to deliver long-term value and protect the business. This role drives global and regional initiatives by leveraging supplier relationships and strategic partnerships to promote standardization and best practices across segments. Working closely with cross-functional teams, the Strategic Sourcing Manager embeds sourcing strategies and commercial processes such as responsible sourcing and supplier performance management. The role is pivotal in identifying and delivering value chain optimization opportunities, acting as the first line of escalation for supplier issues, and ensuring robust supplier relationship management.
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 Specifically, this position provides strategic leadership for end-to-end category management of North American Inbound Transportation, overseeing an annual spend exceeding $100 million across Mars Snacking, Pet, Royal Canin, Food, and other business units. As part of the NA Transportation Team, the Strategic Sourcing Manager ensures high service levels to Mars factories at competitive prices, leads Supplier Relationship Management (SRM) and continuous improvement initiatives, and manages issue resolution escalations.
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  What are we looking for?
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   A passion for developing strong relationships with supplier and cross functional stakeholders both domestically and internationally.
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  Education &amp; Professional Qualifications
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   Bachelor&rsquo;s degree required; Master&rsquo;s degree preferred (Business, Supply Chain, Logistics, Transportation, or related field).
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  Experience
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   Minimum 3 years of professional experience in sourcing, procurement, or supply chain management.
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   Demonstrated experience in supplier/customer management and financial acumen, specifically within Logistics and Transportation.
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  What will be your key responsibilities?
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   Purchase indirect goods &amp; services by securing price, capacity &amp; service levels in line with commitments to the business and as per the sourcing strategies by applying a wide range of sourcing tools (e.g. negotiation, e-procurement, strategic collaboration, tenders/RFP&rsquo;s, etc.)
  </li>
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   Implement supply base strategy by assessing and developing suppliers in order to meet business needs and opportunities
  </li>
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   Ensure effective risk management of the supply base, through robust contracts and monitoring of financial and other KPIs. Implement corrective actions as appropriate. Manage all related commercial, financial &amp; ethical aspects of projects
  </li>
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   Establish &amp; maintain relationships with finance directors, department directors (plant manager, Commercial manger, supply chain director, ...), and their teams to ensure understanding of their needs and to facilitate the appropriate level of challenge
  </li>
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   Ensure compliance with policies, systems &amp; controls
  </li>
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   Provide market and financial insights and inputs to the internal sourcing planning process
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   Recommend and implement best practice for areas of responsibility.
  </li>
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   Participate in team knowledge transfer
  </li>
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   Provide input to and execute the Global &amp; Regional sourcing strategies at a local level and other major work streams
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   Participate in external forums and associations
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   Lead and contribute to global/regional projects as required
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   Participate &amp; lead, when required, engagement programs.
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   Actively participate in cross segment team meetings, as well any global and/or specific subcategory team meetings
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   Regularly maintain &amp; update relevant KPIs (related to in scope investments: e.g. savings, payment terms etc)
  </li>
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   Responsible for providing support, training and guidance to new team members. As well as coaching and motivating SET operations buyers in the achievement of their objectives. Provide support as needed to individual buyers in complex negotiations and critical issues (e.g.: disputes that threaten continuity of supply, termination of major suppliers, suppliers causing late delivery of projects).
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   Acts as the liaison between the sites and, or Business units and the sourcing managers to communicate changing business needs (e.g. specification, volume changes, etc.) and its impact to sourcing strategies
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   Execute supplier performance reviews on a regular basis.
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   Develop &amp; implement a continuous improvement action plan. Monitor changes and adjust the plan as needed to sustain performance results
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   Identifies and manages supplier collaboration initiatives (e.g. electronic invoicing, operational process streamlining, etc.)
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   Manage all related commercial, financial &amp; ethical situations. Supports Commercial initiatives
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   Identifies opportunities, roadblocks with respect to regional strategies and determines next best local approach as needed.
  </li>
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   Collaborate with other buying operation managers and drive continuous improvement to become more effective and efficient
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   Influence internal stakeholders to align with global &amp; regional buying strategy
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  What can you expect from Mars?
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   Work with diverse and talented Associates, all guided by the Five Principles.
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   Join a purpose driven company, where we&rsquo;re striving to build the world we want tomorrow, today.
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   Best-in-class learning and development support from day one, including access to our in-house Mars University.
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   An industry competitive salary and benefits package, including company bonus.
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 The base pay range for this position at commencement of employment is between the range listed below, however, base pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including but not limited to job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. The total compensation package for this position will include variable pay, medical and dental benefits, participation in 401k plan, and paid time off benefits. Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if an applicant receives an offer of employment.
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 The pay range shown is applicable to all locations listed within the job posting:USD 107,071.00 - USD 147,223.00
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Strategic Sourcing Manager- Transportation

Schindler

<div><div><p><b>Location: Chicago Downtown, IL, United States</b><br>
<b>Job ID:</b><b> 84559</b></p>
<h1 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>
We Elevate... Quality of urban life</b></h1><br>
<p>
Our elevators, escalators, and moving walks safely transport more than two billion of us up and down buildings and across transportation hubs every day. As part of the Schindler team, you&rsquo;ll discover meaningful work that enhances quality of life for communities, and contribute to making places more accessible, inclusive, and sustainable for all. By joining us, you don&rsquo;t just become part of our success story; you help shape the future and continue our rich legacy that started back in 1874.</p><br>
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Join us as a</b></p>
<h1 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>
Regional Sourcing &amp; Procurement Specialist</b></h1><br>
<p>
</p><div><div><h4 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Your main responsibilities</b></h4>
<div><p>
PRIMARY FUNCTION / POSITION OVERVIEW:<br>
The Regional Sourcing &amp; Procurement Specialist is responsible for overseeing the full lifecycle of subcontract<br>
management, including evaluation, negotiation, pricing, and change management, while also managing local<br>
material and service spend. This role ensures the successful execution of field subcontracting operations and<br>
optimizes procurement strategies to drive cost efficiency and supplier performance. Key responsibilities include<br>
developing and maintaining a high-quality subcontractor network, negotiating favorable terms, and<br>
implementing standardization and bundling strategies for local procurement. Additionally, the role involves<br>
collaborating with internal teams to enhance processes and policies, ensuring subcontractor and local supplier<br>
resources meet business fulfilment and financial performance objectives.</p><br>
<p></p>
<div>
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:<br>
Describe the key responsibilities of the position in order of importance and identify % of time spent on that responsibility.<br>
Strategic Functions:<br>
<ul><li>Develop and implement regional sourcing strategies for subcontracting, materials, and services to align</li></ul>
with business objectives and cost-saving goals.<br>
<ul><li>Manage supplier segmentation and spend profiling to optimize procurement efficiency and supplier</li></ul>
performance.<br>
<ul><li>Drive category strategy by identifying key vendors, assessing market trends, and implementing supplier</li></ul>
risk mitigation plans.<br>
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<ul><li>Establish long-term subcontractor and supplier partnerships, ensuring alignment with company financial</li></ul>
and operational goals.<br>
Operational Functions:<br>
<ul><li>Evaluate and optimize sourcing strategies for subcontracting, materials, and services to drive efficiency</li></ul>
and cost reductions.<br>
<ul><li>Negotiate contracts with suppliers and subcontractors to secure favorable pricing, quality, and service</li></ul>
agreements.<br>
<ul><li>Ensure compliance with procurement policies, industry regulations, and company standards to mitigate</li></ul>
legal and financial risks.<br>
<ul><li>Analyze market trends to identify new sourcing opportunities, potential cost savings, and risk mitigation</li></ul>
strategies.<br>
<ul><li>Collaborate with internal stakeholders (finance, operations, supply chain, and regional teams) to</li></ul>
enhance procurement processes.<br>
<ul><li>Implement standardization and volume bundling strategies to maximize purchasing effectiveness.</li><li>Monitor supplier and subcontractor performance, developing strong vendor relationships to ensure</li></ul>
reliability and accountability.<br>
<ul><li>Support data collection, consolidation, and reporting to drive procurement decision-making and</li></ul>
strategic planning.<br>
<ul><li>Manage contract variations and approvals (e.g., variation orders), ensuring alignment with financial</li></ul>
objectives and cost controls.<br>
<ul><li>Organize training initiatives to strengthen procurement expertise within the organization and improve</li></ul>
stakeholder engagement.</div><br>
</div>
</div><div><h4 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>What you bring</b></h4>
<div><ul><li>Bachelor's degree in Business, Supply Chain or Engineering</li>
<li>ISM or APICS Certification preferred</li>
<li>Strong ERP (SAP Preferred) and analytical skills preferred</li>
<li>5+ years Strategic Sourcing &amp; Procurement Management</li>
<li>5+ years Supplier &amp; Subcontractor Management</li>
<li>5+ years Category Management</li>
<li>5+ years Contract Management</li>
<li>5+ years Stakeholder Engagement &amp; Collaboration</li>
<li>5+ years Process Improvement &amp; Standardization</li>
<li>5+ years Procurement &amp; ERP Systems</li>
<li>5+ years Advanced Data Analysis &amp; Reporting</li>
<li>5+ years Negotiation &amp; Cost Optimization</li>
</ul></div>
</div><div><h4 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>What&rsquo;s in it for you?</b></h4>
<div><ul><li>Fully vested 401k match, up to 7% of total eligible compensation.</li>
<li>Competitive Medical, Dental and Vision Plans - Effective from first day of hire.</li>
<li>3 weeks&rsquo; vacation which increases with tenure, 7 sick days, 3 floating holidays and 8 Company Observed Holidays.</li>
<li>Tuition Reimbursement - Eligible after 6 months of service.</li>
<li>Parental Leave &ndash; 100% base pay for 6 consecutive weeks within first year of a child&rsquo;s birth or adoption.</li>
<li>A wide range of development opportunities to boost your professional and leadership growth.</li>
</ul>
</div></div><div></div><div><h4 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>We Elevate&hellip; Your Career</b></h4><br>
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Become part of our team, help us enhance quality of life and drive innovation while raising the bar for safety and sustainability. We value your diverse skills and perspectives as together we shape the sustainable cities of today and tomorrow.</p><br>
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Don&rsquo;t meet every single requirement? If you&rsquo;re excited about this role but your experience doesn&rsquo;t align perfectly with the qualifications listed in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway! You may just be the right candidate for this or other roles!</i><br>
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<b>Are you ready to embark on a new journey? Join #TeamSchindler! Our Core Values:</b></p>
<ul>
<li><b>Safety: </b>Uphold the highest safety standards for all.</li>
<li><b>Integrity and Trust: </b>Foster honest, ethical relationships.</li>
<li><b>Create Value for the Customer: </b>Deliver innovative, reliable solutions.</li>
<li><b>Quality: </b>Ensure excellence in every product and service.</li>
<li><b>Commitment to People Development: </b>Nurture our people, they are the heart of our success.</li></ul><br>
<p><b>Discover more on </b><b>our career website</b><b>.</b></p></div><br>
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<p><i>At Schindler Group we value inclusion and diversity, and practice equity to create equal opportunities for all. We endeavor that all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, ethnic background, color, religious affiliation, union affiliation, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status, national origin, nationality, genetics and health, disability or veteran status.</i></p><br>
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Regional Sourcing & Procurement Specialist

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

AIS HealthCare

<div><p><b>Advanced Infusion Care (AIC) is Seeking Regional Sales Manager for Chicago, IL</b></p>
<ul><li>Are you a difference maker who thrives in a fast-paced environment, driven to win, and competitive?</li></ul>
<ul><li>Are you an impact player with an established track record in surpassing your goals and want to be paid like the superstar you are?</li></ul>
<ul><li>Are you proactive, independent, creative, and persuasive?</li></ul>
<p>
Advanced Infusion Care, &ldquo;AIC&rdquo;, is looking for an impact player who relentlessly pursues every opportunity with a drive to win. We are on a mission to be the industry standard for providing high quality Ig infusion services to prescribers and patients. We are driven to find the right <b>Regional Sales Manager</b> with a persuasive and consultative sales approach to sell our premier Ig infusion services to physician offices in the IVIg and SQIg space.</p>
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It is preferred that candidates for <b>Regional Sales Manager </b>have an established track record of surpassing your sales goals calling on physician offices. Heavy weighting will be applied to candidates who have a stellar background selling Ig pharmacy services to specialties such as Neurology, Immunology, Infectious Disease, Pulmonology, Transplant, and/or Rheumatology.
</p><p>Ability to travel throughout territory, which includes: the states of Illinois</p>
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Targeted Compensation: $200k+ which includes payment for each new patient start as well as residual monthly grams</p>
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 <b>JOB SUMMARY:</b></p>
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This position is responsible for meeting or exceeding sales goals in assigned territory by establishing, developing, and maintaining business relationships with key prospects and current customers to generate new business for the organization. This position requires a consultative sales approach to various customers, including doctors, nurses, referral coordinators, and assistants to promote and sell AIC&rsquo;s Ig pharmacy infusion services. Target accounts will be recommended and strategized with VP of Sales in addition to traditional prospecting, cold calling, and follow up on company generated sales leads. This is an executive field-based sales position with no direct reports. It is fully an individual contributor sales role.</p>
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About AIC Specialty Pharmacy:</b></p>
<ul><li>At <b>Advanced Infusion Care</b>, we apply a team approach to intravenous (IV) and subcutaneous (SubQ) immunoglobulin therapy patient care. Collaboration between physicians and the nationally accredited AIC home infusion team ensures the consistent delivery of patient-specific, specialized in-home infusion services to patients across the country, helping to improve outcomes&mdash;and lives</li></ul>
<ul><li>Advanced Infusion Care is a division of <b>AIS Healthcare:</b></li></ul>
<ul><li>We advance quality and improve lives throughout the care continuum.</li></ul>
<ul><li>As the leading provider of targeted drug delivery (TDD), IVIG/SCIG infusion care, and Alpha-1 antitrypsin-deficiency, AIS Healthcare is committed to doing more of what matters.
</li></ul><ul><li>From pharmacies that put patient safety first to comprehensive services that enhance the entire care experience, we go beyond the expected in everything we do.
</li></ul><p><b>Advanced Infusion Care Ig Sales Team Differentiators:</b></p>
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<li>Competitive compensation with an uncapped commission structure</li>
<li>Access to robust data to identify ideal customers and shorten the sales cycle</li>
<li>Heavily experienced sales support in the form of intake managers, AIC employed nurses, Medical Director, and additional pharmacy staff to work as partners to you and your physician offices</li>
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<p><b>REQUIRED EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:</b></p>
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<li>Bachelor&rsquo;s Degree with two to four years related experience and/or training.</li>
<li>Minimum of 3 years of proven ability to exceed sales goals in a medical device, tissue, pharma, specialty pharmacy or B2B product sales position.</li>
<li>Preferred experience: Current call points to include neurology, allergy/immunology, pulmonary, transplant, rheumatology</li>
<li>Preferred that candidates have an existing book of relationships in the neurology/immunology field.</li></ul></div><p></p>

Regional Sales Manager - AIC

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)

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>

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