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senior manager supply chain excellence tpm regional manager manufacturing excellence

Mondelēz International

<p></p><div><div><p>Job Description</p><p></p><div><b>
Are You Ready to Make It Happen at Mondelēz International?</b></div><p></p><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><p><b>
Join our Mission to Lead the Future of Snacking. Make It Uniquely Yours.</b></p><p></p><p>
IL6S (Integrated Lean Six Sigma) is the Operational excellence program globally deployed in Mondelez International. It is an approach to business management that emphasizes continuous improvement across all aspects of the business and within all business processes by creating a culture where management and employees are invested in business outcomes and empowered to implement change. Operational excellence is a way for organizations to create a roadmap toward continuous improvement in a complex business environment. Its goal is to give companies a competitive advantage.</p><p></p><p>
The role helps build IL6S progression for our manufacturing sites and involves significant capability building/ upskilling of colleagues within the North America region.</p><p></p><p><b>
How you will contribute</b></p><p></p><p>
You will:</p><ul><li><p>
Support the IL6S program development and implementation at Mondelez Supply Chain (MSC) including ownership for direction and adjustments needed to accelerate on our priorities</p></li></ul><ul><li><p>
Execute IL6S Operational Excellence Roadmap in partnership with Senior Leadership team in alignment to functional roadmaps</p></li></ul><ul><li><p>
Lead Manufacturing loss analyses for sponsored initiatives and train/mentor region resources on initiatives to improve Revenue, product margin, cash-flow and growth improvement plus identify opportunities for growth</p></li></ul><ul><li><p>
Build capability through training, coaching, performance evaluations, and talent acquisition. Drive Asset Reliability improvement to achieve high level of performance, reliability and utilization</p></li></ul><p></p><p><b>
What you will bring</b></p><p></p><p>
A desire to drive your future and accelerate your career and the following experience and knowledge:</p><ul><li><p>
Demonstrated strong leadership skills, ability to effectively communicate, influence, manage change</p></li></ul><ul><li><p>
The capability to influence key stakeholders including senior leadership</p></li></ul><ul><li><p>
Must have the capacity to operate independently and as part of a collaborative team</p></li></ul><ul><li><p>
Demonstrated success in a lead role in a high-growth organization and in providing strategic insight for organization-wide deployment plans is a plus</p></li></ul><ul><li><p>
Strategic assessment capabilities as well as a vision for developing and leading IL6S across the MSC</p></li></ul><ul><li><p>
Thorough understanding of process improvement methodologies and tools &ndash; both in applying &ldquo;hands-on&rdquo; with work groups and teams; as well as ability to train/coach others in their application</p></li></ul></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div><p></p><div><div>
Additional Job Description</div></div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><div><p><b>
More about this role</b></p><p></p><p><b>
What extra ingredients you will bring:</b></p><ul><li><p><b>
Solid understanding of manufacturing and supply chain processes with TPM concept and tools application</b></p></li></ul><ul><li><p><b>
Solid experience on leading people in a environment of TPM application</b></p></li></ul><ul><li><p><b>
Track record of successful employee engagement initiatives</b></p></li></ul><ul><li><p><b>
Demonstrated acumen in business and finance</b></p></li></ul><p><b>
Education / Certifications:</b></p><ul><li><p><b>
Bachelor&rsquo;s in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Chemical or Materials), Master&rsquo;s degree preferred</b></p></li></ul><p><b>
Job specific requirements:</b></p><ul><li><p><b>
8+ years experience in production environment required</b></p></li></ul><ul><li><p><b>
TPM experience is a must</b></p></li></ul><ul><li><p><b>
8+ years in development and implementation of industrial management systems focused on loss reduction by applying TPM and high performance organizations</b></p></li></ul><p></p><p><b>
Travel requirements: 50% or more</b></p><p></p><p><b>
Work schedule: </b><b>Monday through Friday, 8:00 am to 5:00 pm</b></p></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div></div><p></p><p>
Salary and Benefits:</p><p></p>
The base salary range for this position is $140,300 to $192,940; the exact salary depends on several factors such as experience, skills, education and location. In addition to base salary, this position is eligible for participation in a highly competitive bonus program with possibility for overachievement based on performance and company results.&amp;#xa;&amp;#xa;In addition, Mondelez International offers the following benefits: health insurance, wellness and family support programs, life and disability insurance, retirement savings plans, paid leave programs, education related programs, paid holidays and vacation time. Some of these benefits have eligibility requirements. Many of these benefits are subsidized or fully paid for by the company.<p></p>
No Relocation support available<p></p><p>
Business Unit Summary</p><p></p><p>
The United States is the largest market in the Mondelēz International family with a significant employee and manufacturing footprint. Here, weproduce our well-loved household favorites to provide our consumers with the right snack, at the right moment, made the right way. We have corporate offices, sales, manufacturing and distribution locations throughout the U.S. to ensure our iconic brands&mdash;including Oreo and Chips Ahoy! cookies, Ritz, Wheat Thins and Triscuit crackers, and Swedish Fish and Sour Patch Kids confectionery products &mdash;are close at hand for our consumers across the country.
</p><p></p><p>Mondelēz Global LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Persons with Disabilities. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected Veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law. Applicants who require accommodation to participate in the job application process may contact 847-943-5460 for assistance.</p><p></p><p>
For more information about your Federal rights, please see <b>eeopost.pdf</b>; <b>EEO is the Law Poster Supplement</b>; <b>Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination Provision</b>; <b>Know Your Rights: Workplace Discrimination is Illegal</b></p><p></p><p>
Job Type</p><p></p>
Regular<p></p>
Process excellence<p></p>
Business Capability</div></div><p></p>

Senior Manager Supply Chain Excellence (TPM Regional Manager / Manufacturing Excellence)

Conexus Food Solutions

<div><p><b>Salary Range: </b>40,000 - 55,000<br>
<b>Schedule: </b>5 Day Work Week (Onsite)<br>
<b>Site Address: </b>6500 W 51st Chicago, IL 60638<br>
<br>
<b>Who We Are</b></p><p>
Conexus Food is a leader in the Asian food service industry, bringing a diverse range of ethnic cuisines, such as Chinese, Japanese, Korean, and Thai, to the table. Our corporate headquarters in Chicago is where we house our fully integrated food processing, manufacturing, logistics, and worldwide supply chain services all under one roof. With distribution centers spanning the US, over 2 million square feet of warehousing space, and a fleet of more than 1,000 trucks, we're the go-to when it comes to reliable delivery services.</p><p>
At Conexus Food , we believe that teamwork and collaboration are the keys to success. We pride ourselves on maintaining the highest standards of integrity and honesty in everything we do and building strong relationships with our clients. We're looking for individuals who share our values and are committed to excellence. Join our team and contribute to our culture of collaboration and integrity while growing your own skills and expertise. Together, we'll deliver high-quality products and exceptional service to our clients and achieve great things.</p><p><b>
Position Overview:</b><br>
We are seeking a results-driven Associate Strategic Sourcing Specialist to support our Corporate Category Manager in sourcing and managing key commodities. This position will focus on analyzing market trends, building supplier relationships, negotiating contracts, and ensuring supply chain stability. The ideal candidate will be a strategic thinker with strong analytical and communication skills, and a passion for the food and commodities space.</p><p><b>
Key Responsibilities:</b></p><ul><li><p>
Assist in the development and execution of sourcing strategies for major commodity categories (e.g., dry goods, sweeteners, oils, grains, dairy, etc.)</p></li><li><p>
Issue and manage purchase orders across multiple commodities and customer segments</p></li><li><p>
Coordinate with the supply chain replenishment team to ensure timely fulfillment of demand via drop shipments to DCs and outside customers</p></li><li><p>
Support demand planning and inventory optimization through a strong understanding of MRP and replenishment principles</p></li><li><p>
Identify, evaluate, and manage supplier relationships to drive value, service, and innovation</p></li><li><p>
Monitor commodity markets and industry trends to inform buying decisions and risk management strategies</p></li><li><p>
Negotiate pricing, terms, and agreements to ensure cost competitiveness and security of supply</p></li><li><p>
Collaborate with internal teams including DC operations, sales, and finance to align procurement with operational needs</p></li><li><p>
Track and report key performance indicators (KPIs) such as cost savings, supplier performance, service levels, and inventory turns</p></li><li><p>
Maintain accurate documentation including contracts, specifications, supplier scorecards, and procurement records</p></li><li><p>
Help resolve supply disruptions, quality issues, and vendor performance concerns</p></li></ul><p><b>
Qualifications:</b></p><ul><li><p>
Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in Supply Chain, Business, Agriculture, Food Science, Economics, or a related field</p></li><li><p>
1+ year of experience in sourcing, procurement, supply chain, or commodity trading (food industry preferred)</p></li><li><p>
Demonstrated experience with purchase order management and coordinating drop shipments</p></li><li><p>
Solid understanding of MRP systems and replenishment processes</p></li><li><p>
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills; comfortable working with data and market indices (e.g., Urner Barry, USDA, CME)</p></li><li><p>
Excellent negotiation, communication, and relationship management skills</p></li><li><p>
Proficient in Microsoft Excel, ERP systems, and procurement software</p></li><li><p>
Ability to work in a fast-paced, evolving environment and manage multiple priorities</p></li><li><p>
Occasional travel to supplier sites and DCs as needed</p></li></ul><p><b>
Preferred Qualifications:</b></p><ul><li><p>
Experience in commodity markets</p></li><li><p>
Familiarity with logistics and freight coordination in a distribution environment</p></li><li><p>
Prior experience with foodservice or wholesale distribution</p></li></ul><p></p><p><b>
Benefits Offered:</b></p><ul><li><p>
Medical Insurance &ndash; Comprehensive coverage to help you and your family stay healthy.</p></li><li><p>
Dental Insurance &ndash; Preventive care and treatments to keep your smile bright.</p></li><li><p>
Vision Insurance &ndash; Coverage for eye exams, glasses, and contacts.</p></li><li><p>
Pet Insurance &ndash; Help ensure your furry friends are covered for unexpected medical expenses.</p></li><li><p>
Life Insurance &ndash; Financial protection for your loved ones in the event of the unexpected.</p></li><li><p>
401(k) Plan &ndash; Save for your future with access to a retirement savings plan.</p></li></ul><ul><li><p>
401(k) Retirement Plan with Company Match: Save for your future and grow your retirement savings with company contributions.</p></li><li><p>
Career development in a growing organization</p></li></ul><p><b><br>
Sponsorship for Employment</b><br>
Conexus Food Solutions does not provide sponsorship for employment visa status (e.g. H-1B visa status). To be considered for permanent employment, applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.</p><p></p><p>
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Associate Strategic Sourcing Specialist – Dry Food Commodities

Cushman & Wakefield

<div><p><b>Job Title</b></p>
Senior Contracts Manager<p></p><p><b>
Job Description Summary</b></p>
We are seeking a Senior Contracts Manager to join Cushman &amp; Wakefield&rsquo;s enterprise-wide Contracting Centre of Excellence providing transactional legal support for various service lines including Brokerage and Capital Markets, Valuation &amp; Advisory, Consulting and Incentives, Asset Services, Global Occupier Services, and Procurement.<p><b>
Job Description</b></p><p>
This role reports to the Assistant General Counsel and leader of the C&amp;W Contracting Centre of Excellence and is responsible for implementing and promoting contracting operational efficiencies across the enterprise and drafting, negotiating, and managing high volume of commercial real estate contracts.</p><p></p><p>
The ideal candidate will have strong industry knowledge, project management skills, risk assessment skills, and proven experience independently drafting and negotiating real estate or other complex commercial contracts.</p><p></p><p><b>
Key Responsibilities</b>:</p><ul><li>
As a member of the Contracting Center of Excellence, lead projects to drive operational improvements and best practices for contract workflows, templates and efficient contract handling.</li><li>
Analyze, draft, negotiate and manage commercial real estate contracts and related documents for the company&rsquo;s business, to ensure contract terms align with business objectives, policies, laws and regulations.</li><li>
Identify and mitigate risks in commission agreements, agency agreements, engagement letters and other real estate contracts.</li><li>
Monitor legal, regulatory and internal policy changes, update attorneys and contract templates as needed to ensure compliance with laws, corporate directives, policies and procedures.</li><li>
Collaborate with team attorneys to share best practices, align and document negotiation and risk management strategies.</li><li>
Advise internal clients with respect to policies and contracts.</li><li>
Support attorneys with development and updating training materials; and other duties as assigned.</li><li>
Strong AI fluency or willingness to become proficient to permit integration of AI into our daily work.</li></ul><p><b>
Qualifications</b>:</p><ul><li>
Bachelor's degree in business, law, real estate, or a related field preferred.</li><li>
Minimum 7 years&rsquo; experience independently negotiating and managing processes for complex commercial contracts.</li><li>
Strong understanding of commercial contracts; experience negotiating commercial real estate is a plus.</li><li>
Excellent analytical, communication, and problem-solving skills; must approach each task with innovative thinking, flexibility and drive.</li><li>
Innovative thinker with strong written and verbal communication skills with a willingness to initiate, drive and promote change management with respect to contracting processes and approach.</li><li>
Keen ability to multitask and successfully manage competing priorities.</li><li>
Expert managing contract lifecycle and related systems and in all aspects of MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams).</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: $ 89,250.00 - $105,000.00<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>

Senior Contracts Manager

J.B. Hunt

<div><p><b>Job Title:
</b></p>Capacity Procurement Representative - ICS
<p></p><p><b>Department:
</b></p>Supply Chain
<p></p><p><b>Country:
</b></p>United States of America
<p></p><p><b>State/Province:
</b></p>Illinois
<p></p><p><b>City:
</b></p>Chicago
<p></p><p><b>Full/Part Time:
</b></p>Full time
<p></p><p><b>Job Summary:
</b></p>Under routine supervision, the Capacity Procurement Representative is responsible the for negotiation of rates to meet load expectations while ensuring optimal margins. The incumbent will market the J.B. Hunt Carrier360 platform to carriers in order to increase efficiency and freight movement visibility. The incumbent is responsible for establishing a carrier base, ensuring freight is covered in a timely manner, and delivering best in class service execution.
<p></p><p><b>Job Description:
</b></p><p><b>Key Responsibilities:
</b></p><ul><li>Negotiate with carriers for the optimal purchase rate to meet revenue and profit margin goals
</li><li>Act as liaison between internal business stakeholders and carriers
</li><li>Manage all freight in transit by obtaining updates from carriers to accurately monitor movement and ensure on time pickup and delivery
</li><li>Utilize the Carrier360 Platform to tender loads and maintain accurate records of shipments and customer details
</li><li>Proactively communicate service failures to internal support teams to minimize cost and operational inefficiencies
</li><li>Partner with internal teams to promote best in class service and ensure safety
</li><li>Leverage the Carrier360 platform with carrier base to increase efficiency and automation
</li><li>Verify authenticity of carriers and tracking prior to scheduled pickup
</li><li>Remain current on supply chain information to gain understanding of market trends and optimize negotiation tactics
</li><li>Understand customer service expectations to provide value with transportation solutions and updates in an urgent manner
</li></ul><p></p><p><b>Qualifications:
</b></p><p><b>Minimum Qualifications:
</b></p><p>High School Diploma/GED with up to 1 year experience in transportation/logistics, business administration, account management, and/or equivalent military experience AND the ability to work across multiple shifts including nights and/or weekends if needed<br>
</p><p><br>
AND/OR Demonstration of the following skills and abilities through education, certifications, military, or other experiences:
</p><p></p><ul><li>Strong professional communication skills applied internally and externally
</li><li>Proven experience in establishing and maintaining healthy working relationships
</li><li>Experience in fostering strong customer relationships via delivery on commitments, open communication, and on-going feedback/improvement
</li><li>Ability to process information with high levels of accuracy
</li><li>Accurately analyze situations and reach productive decisions based on informed judgment
</li><li>Experience in Microsoft Programs (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Outlook)
</li><li>Ability to manage multiple competing priorities
</li><li>Ability to adapt to a dynamic work environment and shifting priorities and directives
</li><li>Experience in holding people accountable and conducting difficult conversations
</li>Ability to perform in a stressful and high-pressure work environment<br>
<li>
</li></ul><p><br>
<b>Preferred Qualifications:
</b></p><p>Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Transportation/Logistics, Supply Chain, or related field AND up to 1 year experience in transportation/logistics, business administration, account management, and/or equivalent military experience<br>
<br>
<br>
<br>
This position is not eligible for employment-based sponsorship.
</p><p></p><p>The expected starting pay range for this position is between $47,000 - $58,800.
</p><p></p><p><b>Compensation:
</b></p><p>Factors which may affect starting pay within this range may include skills, education, experience, geography, and other qualifications of the successful candidate. This position may be eligible for annual bonus and incentives based on profitability or volumes in accordance with the terms of the Company&rsquo;s bonus and incentive plans, as applicable and in effect from time to time.
</p><p></p><p><b>Benefits:
</b></p><p>The Company offers the following benefits for full-time positions, subject to applicable eligibility requirements, as may be in effect from time to time: medical benefit, dental benefit, vision benefit, 401(k) retirement plan, life insurance, short-term and long-term disability coverage, paid time off commensurate with tenure (includes vacation and sick time), six weeks of paid maternity leave along with two weeks of paid parental leave, and six paid holidays annually.
</p><p></p><p><b>Education:
</b></p>Bachelors: Business Administration/Management, Bachelors: Logistics Management, Bachelors: Supply Chain Management, Bachelors: Transportation Logistics, GED (Required), High School (Required)
<p></p><p><b>Work Experience:
</b></p>Business Administration, Customer Service/Account Manager, Transportation/Logistics
<p></p><p><b>Certifications:
</b></p><p></p><p><b>Job Opening ID:
</b></p>00616767 Capacity Procurement Representative - ICS (Open)
<p></p><p><b><i>&ldquo;This job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this </i></b><b><i>classification. </i></b><b><i>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.
</i></b></p><p></p><p><b><i>To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.&rdquo;
</i></b></p><p></p><p><b><i>J.B. Hunt Transport, Inc. is committed to basing employment decisions on the principles of equal employment opportunity without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, persons with disabilities, protected veterans or other bases by applicable law.</i></b></p></div>

Capacity Procurement Representative - ICS

KIND

<div>
 <strong>
  Who are we?
  <br/>
  <br/>
 </strong>
 Since Day 1, KIND has had a vision for a kinder and healthier world. A world in which people never have to choose between what tastes good, feels good, and does good when it comes to their snacking.
 <br/>
 <br/>
 Our iconic KIND&reg; bars &ndash; made with real, recognizable ingredients &ndash; sparked the growth of an entirely new healthy snacking category back in 2004. Now, KIND has a family of more than 80 snacks that offer solutions for a variety of occasions. All of KIND's products lead with a nutrient-dense first ingredient &ndash; like nuts or whole grains &ndash; and do not contain genetically engineered ingredients, sugar alcohols or artificial sweeteners.
 <br/>
 <br/>
 We&rsquo;re looking for passionate collaborators to help us become the foremost leader in health &amp; wellness and positively impact society along the way. If you&rsquo;re looking to be a part of an inspiring, energetic and entrepreneurial environment, you&rsquo;ve found the right place.
 <br/>
 <br/>
 <strong>
  What You'll Do
  <br/>
  <br/>
 </strong>
 As the Fruit Sourcing Lead&ndash; Global Procurement you will play a critical role in Mars Health and Wellness&rsquo;s Procurement organization. You will work collaboratively with global cross functional teams (BU Procurement, SQA, R&amp;D, Ops, Finance) to support the creation of strategies and support Tr&uuml; Fr&uuml;, KIND, and Nature&rsquo;s Bakery globally. You will drive business continuity and risk mitigation, collaborate on value leadership/innovation initiatives, be an owner in the SRM process, and deliver in the continuous improvement in the Value Chain. And this is how you will do it&hellip;.
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  <li>
   Strategic development and execution of integrated business buying strategy for a diverse range of fruit products; (IQF, Dried/Freeze Dried, Fruit Pastes, etc) achieving cost, cash, quality and service targets. Focused on strategic goals linked to critical business needs.
  </li>
  <li>
   Collaborate with suppliers, external manufacturing partners to manage inbound supply for production (forecasts, order tracking, pricing, etc).
  </li>
  <li>
   Rigorously apply the Strategic Sourcing Methodology to develop the appropriate procurement strategy and selection of key suppliers.
  </li>
  <li>
   Lead cost reduction initiatives and continually optimize inbound supply chain and fit for purpose specifications for materials.
  </li>
  <li>
   Analyze commodity and economic markets; accurately assess supply and demand; identify and manage market risks and opportunities; build a buying plan and adjust price risk management strategy based on insights.
  </li>
  <li>
   Provide cyclical estimates on buying performances versus pervious cycle, budget and market updates in Commodity Buying Forum.
  </li>
  <li>
   Accountable for cash delivery from supplier payment terms and deployment of supplier financing where appropriate.
  </li>
  <li>
   Drive continuous improvement of material quality, specification management and logistics performance of the suppliers.
  </li>
  <li>
   Represent Procurement at various activity team meetings with timely and accurate information related to innovation.
  </li>
  <li>
   Influence the external environment for competitive advantage or for the good of the industry.
  </li>
  <li>
   Be a catalyst for innovation by being the eyes and ears of the company in seeking out new materials, new origins, new opportunities for competitive advantage.
  </li>
  <li>
   Contract recommendations for Commodities are made by this position.
   <br/>
   <br/>
  </li>
 </ul>
 <strong>
  What You'll Bring To Mars
  <br/>
  <br/>
 </strong>
 <ul>
  <li>
   Strong collaboration skills and can work cross-functionally to create opportunities, improve process and execute projects.
  </li>
  <li>
   Understanding of Integrated Business Processes and support of innovation tied to output.
  </li>
  <li>
   Experience managing suppliers in a Supplier Performance or Relationship Management program (SPM/SRM) which has improved suppliers&rsquo; performance and impact.
  </li>
  <li>
   Ability to work in a fast paced, entrepreneurial environment.
  </li>
  <li>
   Ability to support development of, and execute, a 2-5 year strategy.
  </li>
  <li>
   Previous experience in agricultural ingredients, commodities
  </li>
  <li>
   Track record of identifying and delivering value leadership opportunities, driving growth for the organization.
   <br/>
   <br/>
  </li>
 </ul>
 <strong>
  You are...
  <br/>
  <br/>
 </strong>
 <ul>
  <li>
   Able to generate high-quality work in a collaborative, creative, ever-changing, and sometimes ambiguous environment. Well organized and can work on multiple initiatives, while moving actions to completion to hit timelines. You get things done.
  </li>
  <li>
   An effective communicator, highly collaborative and build great relationships, with the ability to hold the tension when appropriate.
  </li>
  <li>
   Highly analytical and inquisitive, moving data into insights that you clearly communicate, and which can be easily understood.
  </li>
  <li>
   Passionate about sustainability and wellness. You look for opportunities to reduce our environmental impact and support wellness initiatives.
  </li>
  <li>
   Highly ethical and trustworthy, inspiring trust in others.
  </li>
  <li>
   Proactive and energetic, always looking for ways to improve or take things to the next level.
  </li>
  <li>
   Extremely curious and are an innate problem solver. You love to learn and continuously grow your skills.
   <br/>
   <br/>
  </li>
 </ul>
 <strong>
  You have...
  <br/>
  <br/>
 </strong>
 <ul>
  <li>
   Bachelor&rsquo;s in Business Administration, Supply Chain, Food Science, or Engineering preferred; MBA or MS a plus.
  </li>
  <li>
   5-7 years relevant working experience, with at least 3 years in a Fortune 500 Procurement organization or equivalent.
  </li>
  <li>
   Prior experience in vendor qualification program.
  </li>
  <li>
   Prior experience in supplier led innovation.
  </li>
  <li>
   Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively across multi-functional teams, especially with R&amp;D, Operations, and manufacturing sites.
  </li>
  <li>
   Successful execution of strategic sourcing initiatives in multiple Procurement categories.
  </li>
  <li>
   Demonstrated track record of implemented year over year cost savings initiatives and ability to develop a cost savings project pipeline.
  </li>
  <li>
   Highly analytical and proficient in Microsoft Office suite, particularly Excel. Proficiency in PowerPoint.
   <br/>
   <br/>
  </li>
 </ul>
 Certain states and localities require employers to post a reasonable estimate of salary range. A reasonable estimate of the current base salary range for this position is
 <strong>
  $125,000 to $155,000
 </strong>
 . Actual salary will be based on a variety of factors, including location, experience, skill set, performance, licensure and certification, and business needs. The range for this position in other geographic locations may differ.
 <br/>
 <br/>
 <strong>
  What KIND Offers
  <br/>
  <br/>
 </strong>
 <ul>
  <li>
   401(K) or RRSP's with generous company match
  </li>
  <li>
   Flexible Paid Time Off. Choose what works best for you, including summer hours. Paid parental leave.
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Fruit Sourcing Lead - Global Procurement

Millwood, Inc.

<div><div><b>Regional Sales Manager</b></div><div></div><div><i><br>
Millwood Inc. Mission &ndash; for all who come in contact with Millwood to clearly see the love of Christ in all that we do.</i></div><div>
Millwood, Inc. demonstrates and encourages industry-leading innovation (with God, all things are possible), service (serving Christ and others), stewardship (caring for our Team, suppliers, customers and resources) and sustainability (preserving God&rsquo;s creation for future generations).</div><div>
We serve as the single-source provider of proven load carrying, securement and damage prevention solutions, management services with or without dedicated facilities, erosion control and lumber products, all founded and built on the gospel of Jesus Christ.</div><div></div><div><br>
Millwood brings an ever-expanding portfolio of products and engineered solutions through its national footprint including over 1,800 dedicated Team members in 41 locations across North America.</div><div>
Millwood is committed to fulfilling its mission and the growth of 1) People, 2) Presence, 3) Products and 4) Profitability for generations of Millwood Team members to come.</div><div></div><div><b><br>
Location</b></div><div>
This position is a remote travel position that must currently reside withing one of the following territories: (<b>Not eligiblbe for relocation)</b></div><ul><li><b>
Within 40 miles of Chicago, IL</b></li><li><b>
Within 40 miles of Minneapolis, MN</b></li><li><b>
Within the Milwaukee, WI/Madison, WI/ Greenbay, WI area</b></li></ul><div></div><div><b><br>
Reporting Relationships</b></div><div>
 The Regional Sales Manager will report to the Director of Sales. This role has no direct reports.</div><div></div><div><b><br>
Compensation:</b></div><div>
Pay for this position consists of a bi-monthly salary plus competitive incentive plan paid monthly.</div><div></div><div><i><br>
The Successful Candidate</i></div><div><i>
It is important that the right Team Member for this position be a solid businessperson and understand the value and importance of the role people play in building a successful organization and enhancing organizational performance and value creation.</i> The candidate should have excellent technical skills and unquestioned personal integrity, an extremely strong work ethic and will be someone who appreciates and embraces the culture, Team, mission and values of the Company and its&rsquo; Associates.
</div><div>The right candidate will need to be a good and genuine person with high Integrity, Trust, Servitude and Discipleship along with excellent business, interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills who understands the responsibilities to the families of Millwood. They must also respect what has been accomplished at the Company and can learn and add their own value and knowledge <i>to further develop people strategies to recruit</i><b><i>, train, develop and retain World Class Associates for the Strategic Business Unit and assist in its growth plan and in achieving profitability goals and value creation efforts.</i></b></div><div></div><div><b><br>
Position Summary</b></div><div></div><div><br>
The Regional Sales Manager will play a pivotal role in driving sales growth and expanding the market presence within the assigned region. This position is responsible for developing and executing strategic sales plans that align with the company's overall objectives. Additionally, the Regional Sales Manager will cultivate strong relationships with key distributors and national accounts to enhance collaboration and maximize sales volume. Ultimately, this role is crucial for achieving revenue goals and establishing a competitive edge in the marketplace for unit load products<b>.</b></div><div></div><div><b><br>
Essential duties and responsibilities</b></div><div><ul><li>
Develop and achieve annual sales and profitability plans</li><li>
Analyze market trends and competitor activities to identify opportunities for growth</li><li>
Generate new leads and opportunities through cold calling on the phone, through email, and in person.</li><li>
Use company-provided prospecting tools and networking to identify and contact decision makers at prospective customers</li><li>
Follow up on leads generated through other Millwood channels (trade shows, website, other RSMs)</li><li>
Develop and present proposals that address each potential customer&rsquo;s defined needs</li><li>
Negotiate pricing for all products and services with new and existing direct accounts</li><li>
Maintain and expand revenue and profitability with existing accounts</li><li>
Provide local support for National Account customer locations that are in the territory</li><li>
Provide sales support for Millwood-owned operations (where applicable)</li><li>
Document all activity in Salesforce</li><li>
Represent Millwood at Industry Trade Shows, as assigned</li><li>
Perform other duties as assigned.</li></ul></div><p></p><div><br>
Skills &amp; Competencies:</div><div><ul><li>
Ability to conform and adapt to core values and culture</li><li>
Exceptional verbal communication skills, with a formal and conversational English and bilingual with Spanish a plus.</li><li>
Succinct and clear written communicational skills in English</li><li>
Detail-orientated</li><li>
Superior organizational skills</li><li>
Ability to maintain a professional demeanor</li><li>
Ability to be a team player</li><li>
Conflict management skills</li><li>
Project management skills</li><li>
Proficiency in Microsoft Office including Word, Excel and PowerPoint</li><li><b>
Ability to work with cross functional departments</b></li><li><b>
Strong basic math skills</b></li></ul></div><div></div><div><b><br>
Requirements</b><b>:
</b></div><div><ul><li><b>Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in business administration, marketing, or a related field. (Preferred)</b></li><li><b>
Proven experience in regional sales management or a similar role.</b></li><li><b>
Strong understanding of sales territory management and distributor sales.</b></li><li><b>
Proven strong analytic and problem-solving capabilities</b></li><li><b>
Ability to travel within the territory 3-5 days per week</b></li><li><b>
Availability for overnight travel within your territory and to corporate meetings, events; or as required</b></li><li><b>
Proficiency with Microsoft Office programs including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, CRM and Outlook</b></li><li><b>
Must have a valid driver&rsquo;s license and ability to travel by car and plane.</b></li><li><b>
Must be able to rent transportation when required</b></li></ul></div><div></div><div><b><br>
Disclaimer:</b></div><div>
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed.</div></div>

REGIONAL SALES MANAGER (Chicago, IL/ Minn., MN / WI Territory)

Crescent Foods

<div><div><b>BILINGUAL (ENGLISH/SPANISH) PREFERRED</b></div><br>
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<div></div><div><div><div><div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>ABOUT US</b></h2><br>
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<div><div><div>Friendly work environment, amazing clients, and great opportunity for professional growth! At Crescent Foods, we pride ourselves in being the first company to offer such a wide variety of quality Halal Chicken, Beef, Lamb, and turkey products in premium packaging sold to markets nationwide. We pride ourselves in raising and processing the chickens and cattle in humane conditions, while ensuring that the entire farm-to- fork philosophy adheres to the strictest ethical guidelines. We believe we are answerable to our loyal customers, our vendors, and our employees, all of whom make us successful. We are dedicated to our mission to provide healthy meals to families across the nation. We might be pioneers in the industry, but our story has just begun. <i>Please visit our website www.crescentfoods.com to learn more about our organization.</i></div><br>
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<div><div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>ABOUT THE ROLE</b></h2><br>
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<div><div><div>This position is a member of the facility leadership team with functional responsibilities in Lean implementation, Six Sigma projects, Planning, Capacity planning and logistics Administration. This individual will help to drive key critical performance drivers such as fill rate, on-time delivery, Quality, People, Safety, Cost, and financial metrics such as budget and P&amp;L. This individual will represent Crescent Foods in a professional and exemplary manner before our customers suppliers, employees, and community. This position may require working non-traditional hours (evening, weekends, and holidays) to successfully meet customers&rsquo; needs.</div><br>
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<div><div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>IN THIS ROLE, YOU WILL HAVE THE OPPORTUNITY TO:</b></h2>
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</div></div><ul><li>Must be a driver of lean manufacturing and Continuous improvement initiatives</li>
<li>Able to Create a Lean Culture</li>
<li>Able to develop Lean transformations and strategies</li>
<li>Lead daily &ldquo;Gamba&rdquo; Walks and Kaizen events</li>
<li>Lead Autonomous Maintenance teams as part of implementation of Total Productive Maintenance (TPM)</li>
<li>Maintain high standards of Safety, OSHA, SQF and good housekeeping throughout plant</li>
<li>Effectively plan, direct and coordinate all production to meet customer requirement, quality and cost objectives of the manufacturing plan.</li>
<li>Formulate, recommend, and implement policies for the manufacturing function to accomplish company objectives.</li>
<li>Establish operation standards and methods to ensure optimum productivity, performance results, and efficiency of departments against planned objectives.</li>
<li>Provide accurate and timely data for the pricing team</li>
<li>Able to execute the following: organization changes, wage and job changes, hiring, promotions, termination, leaves of absences and disciplinary action.</li>
<li>Determine organizational structure and manpower requirements through statistical analysis and makes necessary changes to maintain work efficiency at the highest possible level at the lowest possible cost.</li>
<li>Monitor production costs and develops plans to reduce costs on a continual basis.</li>
<li>Select and train personnel for his staff; assign work, establish goals, evaluate employee performance and development</li>
<li>Able to work and communicate with customers, sales support team and executives</li>
<li>Responsible for developing processes that involve pull system, right size, and lean methodology.</li>
<li>Develop Key Performance Indicators (KPI&rsquo;s) for the operation function.</li>
<li>Explore new technologies and processes to reduce non-value-added activities.</li>
<li>Ability to work with minimal supervision and possess a willingness to make autonomous decisions</li>
<li>Perform related duties as assigned or as the situation dictates</li>
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<div></div><div><div><div><div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>TO BE SUCCESSFUL IN THIS ROLE, YOU WILL NEED:</b></h2>
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</div></div><ul><li>Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously with a proven ability to meet deadlines</li>
<li>Great communication skills, both written and verbal</li>
<li>Well-developed problem-solving skills and an eye for detail</li>
<li>Demonstrated leadership qualities cross functionally while driving results</li>
<li>Ability to thrive in a dynamic, high growth business environment</li>
<li>Strong attention to detail and ability to operate &ldquo;in the weeds&rdquo; without losing sight of the big picture</li>
<li>Strong team skills and an aptitude for cross functional interactions</li>
<li>Energy, enthusiasm, and drive for continuous improvement on projects and team support</li>
<li>Strong sense of urgency</li>
<li>Strong computer skills, including but not limited to Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, and power point</li>
<li>Highly flexible and adaptable &ndash; working in a fast-paced start-up involves daily shifting priorities; able to go with the flow and adjust to changing needs quickly</li>
<li>Knowledge of state, local and federal food safety laws including SQF, USDA, GMP&rsquo;s, CCP, HACCP, SSOPs and SOPs, Food Defense and Food Safety Culture guidelines and regulations</li>
<li>Solid understanding of OSHA, USDA and Food Safety regulations
</li><li>Ability to work within a food plant environment</li>
<li>Able to make effective presentations to diverse groups
</li><li>Able to perform financial calculations and create and manage budgets
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</ul><div></div><div><div><div><div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>EDUCATION / EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:</b></h2>
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</div></div><ul><li>4 years Bachelor&rsquo;s Degree or equal work experience</li>
<li>7+ years of heavy experience in a Food manufacturing or Co-manufacturing facility</li>
<li>7+ years in management or supervisory position</li>
<li>5+ years experience in implementing lean concepts in a manufacturing environment</li>
<li>Strong verbal and written communication skills, analytical skills, statistical and mathematical abilities, interpersonal skills, and a tremendous sense of getting things done</li>
<li>Advanced Computer skills using Microsoft Word, Excel, Power-Point and Project</li>
<li>Self-motivation, problem solving, negotiation skill and business mentality are extremely important in this position</li>
<li>Ability to speak and communicate in Spanish a plus
</li></ul><div></div><div><div><div><div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>PHYSICAL AND ENVIRONMENTAL REQUIREMENTS</b></h2>
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</div></div><div>The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.</div>
<div>Work is performed mostly in a back-office warehouse setting; hand-eye coordination is necessary to operate computers and various pieces of office and logistics equipment. While performing the duties of this job, the employee frequently is required to stand and talk or hear; use hands and fingers to handle, feel, or operate objects, tools, or controls and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to walk; sit; climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; and smell. The employee must be able to occasionally lift and/or move up to 35 pounds. PPE required while in manufacturing areas. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision and the ability to adjust focus.</div><br>
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<div></div><div>It is Crescent Foods&rsquo; policy to seek and employ qualified persons in all jobs in a manner which will ensure equal employment opportunity as well as administer personnel actions in a manner as to not discriminate against any person on the basis of race, religion, national origin, age, sexual orientation or disability. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.</div>
<div><b>Note:</b></div>
<div>The statements above are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to the job. They are not construed to be an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties and skills required of personnel in the job. Furthermore, they do not establish a contract for employment and are subject to change at the discretion of the employer.</div></div>

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