senior manager supply chain procurement

Johnson & Johnson

<div><p>At Johnson &amp; Johnson, we believe health is everything. Our strength in healthcare innovation empowers us to build a world where complex diseases are prevented, treated, and cured, where treatments are smarter and less invasive, and solutions are personal. Through our expertise in Innovative Medicine and MedTech, we are uniquely positioned to innovate across the full spectrum of healthcare solutions today to deliver the breakthroughs of tomorrow, and profoundly impact health for humanity. Learn more at jnj.com</p><p>
As guided by Our Credo, Johnson &amp; Johnson is responsible to our employees who work with us throughout the world. We provide an inclusive work environment where each person is considered as an individual. At Johnson &amp; Johnson, we respect the diversity and dignity of our employees and recognize their merit.</p><p><b>
Job Function:
</b></p>Procurement<p><b>
Job Sub Function:
</b></p>Procurement Business Engagement Leads<p><b>
Job Category:</b></p>
Professional<p><b>
All Job Posting Locations:</b></p>
Irvine, California, United States of America<p><b>
Job Description:</b></p><p>
The Johnson &amp; Johnson Medical Devices Companies a member of the Johnson &amp; Johnson family of companies is currently recruiting for a <b>Senior Manager, Supply Chain Procurement supporting the Electrophysiology (EP) business!</b></p><p><b>
We have identified a pre-selected candidate for this position. However, additional candidates will be considered.
</b></p><p>At Johnson &amp; Johnson, we believe health is everything. Our strength in healthcare innovation empowers us to build a world where complex diseases are prevented, treated, and cured, where treatments are smarter and less invasive, and solutions are personal. Through our expertise in Innovative Medicine and MedTech, we are uniquely positioned to innovate across the full spectrum of healthcare solutions today to deliver the breakthroughs of tomorrow and profoundly impact health for humanity. Learn more at https://www.jnj.com/ (https://www.jnj.com/</p><p>
At J&amp;J MedTech Electrophysiology we have one goal &mdash; to ensure those with cardiac arrhythmias can live the lives they want. This means transforming the latest advancements in electrophysiology into a suite of tools that empowers physicians with a range of treatments for the best outcomes.</p><p>
Reporting to the EP Director of Procurement, the Senior Manager, Supply Chain Procurement will be accountable to oversee external spend in support of the J&amp;J EP business including both new product development and launched products. He / she will be a key leader in driving a fully integrated best in class Sourcing strategy for a critical segment of EP product portfolio.</p><p>
This leader is expected to provide hands-on leadership in all aspects of global sourcing for EP, having overall responsibility for supplier selection, quality, reliability, innovation and cost. He / she will be responsible for developing relationship with key leaders across R&amp;D, Supply Chain, and Commercial Teams to provide overall coordination, facilitation and enablement of programs that will drive best practice strategic sourcing and will leverage J&amp;J&rsquo;s position in external supplier spend.</p><p>
If you have the talent and desire to touch the world, Johnson &amp; Johnson has the career opportunities to help make it happen.</p><p>
Thriving on a diverse company culture, celebrating the uniqueness of our employees and committed to inclusion. Proud to be an equal opportunity employer.</p><p>
Are you interested in joining a diverse and dynamic team that is helping improve and drive innovation? Apply today!</p><p><b>
Key Role Responsibilities:
</b></p><ul><li>Partner with Value Stream Leaders to understand business strategy and develop long-term sourcing strategy to improve supply reliability and optimize material costs for key growth products</li><li>
Lead Market Engagement Programs to support competitive bidding for Make vs. Buy assessments, NPI supplier selection, and targeted component spend areas across Electronics, External Manufacturing, Direct Precision Material and Packaging Categories</li></ul><ul><li>
Support 5+ strategic sourcing initiatives simultaneously across multiple products, global procurement categories, and geographies</li><li>
Responsible for communicating business related issues or opportunities to next management level</li><li>
Lead multiple complex supplier negotiations simultaneously. Coordinate with key stakeholders, drive terms that are favorable for Biosense, and hand off stabilized products, contracts and suppliers to base business sourcing teams.</li><li>
Lead SOURCE due diligence and transaction support for the Biosense business development teams for both product supply/distribution and acquisition activities.</li><li>
Optimize quality, supply reliability, innovation and cost through early supplier engagement during product development.</li><li>
Drive innovation through identifying and developing external partner capabilities to meet future technology needs.</li><li>
For those who supervise or manage a staff, responsible for ensuring that subordinates follow all Company guidelines related to Health, Safety and Environmental practices and that all resources needed to do so are available and in good condition, if applicable</li><li>
Responsible for ensuring personal and Company compliance with all Federal, State, local and Company regulations, policies, and procedures</li><li>
Performs other duties assigned as needed</li><li>
Orchestrate of category/supplier management performed by the categories and oversight for the execution delivery of the strategic plan and business plan, in line with expectations put forth by BWI SC, Quality, R&amp;D and Commercial functions</li></ul><p><b>
Qualifications:</b></p><p><b>
Education</b></p><ul><li>
A minimum of a Bachelor&rsquo;s and/or University degree is required; Advanced degree preferred</li></ul><p><b>
Required Preferred Skills:
</b></p><ul><li>A minimum of eight (8) years of relevant professional work experience</li><li>
Experience in a Procurement, Supply Chain/Operations, Quality, R&amp;D or Engineering field</li><li>
Experience in Medical Devices or related industry</li><li>
Excellent negotiating skills, should cost modeling and other cost management tools preferred</li><li>
Strong communication, influencing, and interpersonal skills</li><li>
Proven track record of project management, change management, and developing sourcing strategies</li><li>
Ability to engage at the leadership level with both Suppliers and within J&amp;J</li><li>
Ability to absorb and analyze information to solve complex problems quickly</li><li>
Ability to lead cross-functional teams to drive projects to successful completion</li><li>
Strong business acumen</li><li>
Excellent interpersonal skills &ndash; excellent written, oral, and presentation skills</li><li>
Strong Credo values</li><li>
Proven ability to influence and collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders to get desired results</li><li>
Customer focus (internal &amp; external)</li><li>
Procurement experience working with components and products related to Electrophysiology industry</li><li>
Diverse procurement experience across category sourcing, new product development sourcing or other sourcing areas</li><li>
Professional (APICS, ISM, Six Sigma) Certification</li><li>
Adaptable to meet rapidly changing priorities</li></ul><p><b>
Other:</b></p><ul><li>
May require up to 25% domestic and/or international travel to other locations and sites</li></ul><p>
At Johnson &amp; Johnson, we&rsquo;re on a mission to change the trajectory of health for humanity. That starts by creating the world&rsquo;s healthiest workforce. Through cutting-edge programs and policies, we empower the physical, mental, emotional and financial health of our employees and the ones they love.</p><p>
Johnson &amp; Johnson is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by federal, state or local law. We actively seek qualified candidates who are protected veterans and individuals with disabilities as defined under VEVRAA and Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act.
</p><p>Johnson &amp; Johnson is committed to providing an interview process that is inclusive of our applicants&rsquo; needs. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request an accommodation, please contact us via https://www.jnj.com/contact-us/careers or contact AskGS to be directed to your accommodation resource.</p><p><b>
Required Skills:</b></p><p><b>
Preferred Skills:</b></p><p><b>
The anticipated base pay range for this position is :</b></p>
$122,000.00 to $187,127.50<p>
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Senior Manager, Supply Chain Procurement

Parker Hannifin

<div><p><b>Position Summary</b>
</p><p><b>Parker Hannifin</b> is a Fortune 250 global leader in motion and control technologies. For more than a century, the company has been enabling engineering breakthroughs that lead to a better tomorrow.</p><p>
At Parker Aerospace, we develop technologies and innovative solutions that enable reliable, efficient and increasingly sustainable flight for the lifecycle of the aircraft, including aftermarket support. Our passionate people with deep engineering expertise, together with our breadth of differentiated technologies, ensure that we make the extraordinary happen and continue to shape the future of aviation in partnership with our customers.
</p><p>As a member of our team, you are instrumental in fulfilling our mission: 'Enabling Engineering Breakthroughs that Lead to a Better Tomorrow.' Pursuing a career at Parker presents unlimited opportunities for both professional and personal development. Working with some of the most brilliant minds in the industry, your contributions will be pivotal in developing innovative technologies and products, significantly contributing to Parker&rsquo;s goal of addressing the world&rsquo;s most pressing engineering challenges. At Parker, our team members belong, matter and make a difference.
</p><p><b>Location:</b> Parker Aerospace &ndash; Fluid Systems Division based Irvine, CA, Hauppauge, NY, Elyria, OH or North Hollywood, CA (onsite position)</p><p><b>
POSITION SUMMARY:</b></p><p>
This Strategic Sourcing position is for a Supply Chain Project/Program Manager to lead cross-functional initiatives. This role delivers projects and programs aligned to meet the FSD Supply Chain Strategic Sourcing objectives. Those objectives are to mitigate supply chain risk, improve supplier delivery and quality performance, and drive measurable cost and productivity improvements. The Senior Strategic Sourcing Manager will also be responsible for supporting end-to-end commodity strategies for key aerospace categories (e.g., machined parts, electronics, composites, raw materials). This role supports supplier selection, negotiation of Long-Term Agreements (LTAs), and cost-out initiatives while ensuring strict compliance with Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR), Defense Federal Acquisition Regulation Supplement (DFARS), and International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR).
</p><p><b>RESPONSIBILITIES:</b></p><ul><li><b>
Project/Program Delivery: </b>Define scope, deliverables, milestones, resources, and budgets for supply chain projects/programs. Establish program governance (cadence, dashboards, issue/risk logs, executive readouts). Lead cross-functional teams through requirements, implementation, validation, and sustainment. Ensure projects deliver intended outcomes for service, cost, inventory, quality, and risk.</li><li><b>
Strategic Sourcing Strategy:</b> Develop and deploy multi-year sourcing strategies to optimize the supply base for both new product introductions (NPI) and existing production.</li><li><b>
Contract Negotiation:</b> Lead negotiations for complex Master Agreements, Statements of Work (SOWs), and Proposals, ensuring favorable terms for cost, quality, and delivery.</li><li><b>
Cost Management:</b> Utilize should-cost modeling, clean-sheet analysis, and value engineering to drive total cost of ownership (TCO) reductions.</li><li><b>
Cross-Functional Collaboration:</b> Partner with Engineering, Quality, Program Management, and Legal teams to align sourcing strategies with program schedules and technical requirements.</li><li><b>
Proposal Support:</b> Provide supplier bids and price analyses for new business proposals (TINA compliance).
</li><li><b>Stakeholder Communications</b>: Provide clear, timely communication to stakeholders and leaders on status, blockers, decisions needed, and expected outcomes. Prepare executive-ready materials: dashboards, milestone reviews, and post-implementation results. Facilitate cross-functional alignment and decision-making across competing priorities.</li></ul><p><b>
QUALIFICATIONS:</b></p><ul><li><b>
Education:</b> Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business Administration, Engineering, or related field.</li><li><b>
Experience:</b> 10+ years of supply chain, procurement, operations, commodity management experience, or related roles with project leadership (aerospace or defense industry is preferred).</li><li><b>
Regulatory Knowledge:</b> Knowledge of FAR/DFARS contracting regulations and government procurement practices is preferred.</li><li><b>
Technical Proficiency:</b> Strong understanding of manufacturing processes (e.g., machining, special processing, assembly, etc.) and experience reading engineering drawings/specifications.</li><li><b>
Data Analysis:</b> Ability to collect, reconcile, validate, and pull insights from data using ERP/MRP, supply chain databases, and planning tools. Convert insights into prioritized recommendations with quantified benefits, risks, and requirements. Build &lsquo;leadership-ready&rsquo; communications with concise storylines and visuals that translate analysis into decisions, actions, and KPI trends.</li><li><b>
Supply Chain Program Management:</b> Ability to organize, schedule, and prioritize cross-functional team actions needed in support of Work Transfer activity, cost down initiatives, new program sourcing activity, LTA/Kanban audits, dual sourcing risk mitigation. Ability to interface with both external and internal customers of all levels to establish next steps, and help needed to reach objectives. Strong skills in project planning, risk management, stakeholder management, and executive communication.</li><li><b>
Tools: </b>Proficiency in ERP systems and MS Office Suite, including advanced Excel skills (e.g., PivotTables, Power Query, complex formulas, data modeling, and automated reporting templates. Ability to build and maintain dashboards in Power BI (or equivalent) with KPI definitions, drill-downs, and exception reporting</li><li><b>
Clearance:</b> Ability to obtain a U.S. Security Clearance (DoD Secret/Top Secret).
</li></ul><p><b>Desired Characteristics</b></p><ul><li>
MBA or Master&rsquo;s degree in a relevant field.</li><li>
Professional certification (e.g., Certified Professional in Supply Management - CPSM, CPM).</li><li>
Experience with Lean Six Sigma tools.</li><li>
Experience with AS9100 quality standards.
</li></ul><p><b>DRUG-FREE WORKPLACE
</b><br>
In accordance with Parker&rsquo;s policies and applicable state laws, Parker provides for a drug-free workplace. Therefore, all applicants seeking employment with Parker will be subject to drug testing as a condition of employment.</p><p>
This position is subject to meeting U.S. export compliance and/or U.S Government contracting citizenship eligibility requirements.</p><p><b>
Pay, Benefits, Work Schedule</b>
</p><p><b>Competitive Compensation</b></p><ul><li>
Pay Range: $104400 to $174150 annually</li><li>
Participation in Annual Incentive Program</li></ul><p><b>
Benefit &amp; Retirement Plans
</b></p><p>Parker offers competitive benefit programs, including:</p><ul><li>
Comprehensive coverage for medical, prescription drugs, dental, vision, voluntary optional life, accident insurance, hospital indemnity insurance and critical illness insurance with competitive premium cost.
</li><li>401(k) Plan with company matching contributions at 100% of the first 5% of pay.</li><li>
Company provided defined-contribution retirement plan with annual contribution equal to 3% of pay.</li><li>
Career development and tuition reimbursement.</li><li>
Other benefits including paid parental leave, short and long-term disability programs, adoption assistance, a Care.com membership and financial planning assistance are provided at no cost to you.</li><li>
Supplemental benefit programs including identity protection, legal protection, and pet wellness are available at competitive rates.</li>
Paid Time Off and Company-Paid Holidays.<br>
<li>
</li></ul><p><b>Equal Employment Opportunity</b>
</p><p>Parker is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. Parker is committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees. Employment decisions are based upon job related reasons regardless of race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, gender identity, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by law. However, U.S. Citizenship, Permanent Residency or other appropriate status is required for certain positions, in accord with U.S. import &amp; export regulations.<br>
<br>
(&ldquo;Minority / Female / Disability / Veteran / VEVRAA Federal Contractor&rdquo;)</p><p>
If you would like more information about Equal Employment Opportunity as an applicant under the law, please go to Employees &amp; Job Applicants | U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission</p></div>

Supply Chain Project/Program Manager - Fluid Systems Division

Cosmic Energy Innovation

<p><b>Executive Assistant &ndash; International Operations &amp; Finance</b></p><p><b>Position Overview</b></p><p>We are seeking a <b>bilingual Executive Assistant </b>with strong financial acumen to support our portfolio of businesses. This role combines executive-level administrative support with specialized responsibilities in bookkeeping operations and international procurement. The ideal candidate will be fluent in both <b>Chinese and English</b> and comfortable managing complex cross-border transactions.</p><p><b>Key Responsibilities</b></p><p><b>Financial &amp; Bookkeeping Management</b></p><ul><li>Maintain accurate accounting records and reconcile accounts across multiple business entities</li><li>Prepare financial reports, invoices, and expense documentation for executive review</li><li>Manage accounts payable and receivable processes</li><li>Process payroll documentation and ensure compliance with financial regulations</li><li>Coordinate with external accountants and auditors as needed</li><li>Monitor budgets and flag discrepancies or unusual spending patterns</li></ul><p><b>International Procurement</b></p><ul><li>Source, evaluate, and negotiate with suppliers in China and other Asian markets for equipment and materials</li><li>Prepare detailed procurement requests and manage the complete acquisition lifecycle</li><li>Conduct due diligence on overseas vendors; verify credentials, pricing, and delivery terms</li><li>Communicate directly with international suppliers in Chinese and English</li><li>Coordinate shipping, customs documentation, tariffs, and logistics for imported equipment</li><li>Manage supplier relationships and resolve issues related to quality, delivery, or pricing</li></ul><p><b>Executive Support</b></p><ul><li>Serve as a liaison between management and external partners</li><li>Manage administrative tasks such as purchasing office supplies, handling executive accounts, etc.</li></ul><p><b>Required Qualifications</b></p><ul><li>Native or near-native proficiency in both Chinese and English (written and spoken); ability to handle technical, financial, and negotiation discussions</li><li>Bookkeeping, accounting, or financial administration experience</li><li>Procurement, sourcing, or supply chain management experience, preferably with international suppliers</li><li>Demonstrated experience working with Chinese business partners or operating in cross-cultural environments |</li><li>Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously with precision and accuracy</li><li>Excellent written and verbal communication; ability to draft professional correspondence in both languages</li></ul><p><b>Compensation &amp; Employment Details</b></p><ul><li>Salary - $2,500 per month</li><li>Employment Type - Part-time, Hybrid, this position requires 1-2 days in-office in Irvine, CA</li><li>Flexible hybrid schedule with mix of remote and on-site work</li></ul><p><i><b>Interested candidates, please email resumes to info@cei-solar.com</b></i></p><p>Pay: Up to $2,500.00 per month</p><p>Work Location: Hybrid remote in Irvine, CA 92614</p>

Executive Assistant

Ventura Foods

<div><p><b>Employment Type:</b> Salaried<br>
<b>Work Arrangement:</b> Hybrid | Relocation package availabile to eligible candidates</p><div><div><div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>
Position Summary:</b></h2></div><div><p>
The Senior Business Systems Analyst (Sr BSA) at Ventura Foods will lead efforts to bridge business needs with technological solutions, providing advanced support and guidance to both business partners and development teams. This senior-level position involves technology discovery, in-depth process analysis, leading business requirements definition to successful completion strategic involvement in corporate initiatives, and functional oversight of complex projects. You will be a member of the Business Engagement Team and the project liaison between partner subject matter experts and the Information Technology team. This position is highly visible and interacts with partners within a specific Business Unit. The Business Systems Analyst is responsible for effective communication between partners and management as well as other support members and the Information Technology team. Additionally, the Sr BSA will guide less experienced or new team members, lead quality test planning efforts, elaborate detailed use cases that elucidate user experience requirements, manage User Acceptance Testing (UAT), and oversee deployment communications. This role requires extensive experience in the role ensuring high-impact project outcomes and continuous improvement within Ventura Foods.</p></div></div><div><div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>
Major Duties and Responsibilities:</b></h2></div><div><div>
Each Senior BSA role is aligned to a specific enterprise value stream and is expected to develop strong end-to-end process knowledge, partner closely with business and IT stakeholders, and help ensure requirements, testing, and solutions support efficient, integrated outcomes across the full lifecycle of that value stream.</div><div>
</div><div>
The primary focus area for this position is Idea to Market. You will lead business systems analysis for the end-to-end Idea to Market value stream, partnering across R&amp;D, Marketing, Operations, Supply Chain, Quality, and IT to improve innovation-to-launch execution using Oracle Fusion.</div><ul><li>
Shape Demand: Support and partner in the identification and prioritization of business opportunities / ideas, focusing on long-term strategic goals. Lead the cultivation and refinement of these business ideas into actionable demands including comprehensive business cases.</li><li>
Process Analysis: Conduct detailed assessments of current business processes using flowcharts and analytical tools to document and help identify gaps, inefficiencies, bottlenecks, and areas for improvement which can be addressed through the use of technology.</li><li>
Business Requirements: Lead the elicitation and documentation of complex, cross-functional business requirements for corporate and strategic priority initiatives.</li><li>
Quality Assurance: Ensure business requirements are met by partnering with the QA team in blackbox testing and leading UAT efforts, including test strategy, planning, execution, and issue resolution along. Identify potential risks and develop mitigation strategies to ensure project success. Engage in post-implementation reviews to identify lessons learned and drive continuous improvement.</li><li>
Stakeholder Communication: Facilitate effective communications between business partners, delivery teams, and executive stakeholders.</li><li>
Mentoring and Training: Guide less experienced and new BSA team members. Also work with Training and Development to create effective training media and training plans for end users of solutions.</li><li>
Additional responsibilities as assigned.</li></ul></div></div><div><div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>
Education and Experience:</b></h2></div><div><ul><li>
Bachelor's Degree in Technology, Engineering, or Business</li><li>
5-10 years of progressively increasing responsibility as a BSA</li><li>
Equivalent business experience, with extensive involvement in process analysis, process design and documentation</li><li>
Involvement in complex large scale and high impact projects/platform implementations that add significant business value.</li><li>
Experience supporting end-to-end Idea to Market or Innovation-to-Launch processes, from ideation and product development through commercialization and operational readiness.</li><li>
Experience documenting complex workflows, business rules, and data dependencies that support product lifecycle management and stage-gate execution.</li><li>
Experience working with <b>Oracle Fusion</b> in support of product, supply chain, and financial processes; exposure to PLM or product data management concepts is a plus.</li></ul></div></div><div><div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>
Knowledge and Skills:</b></h2></div><div><ul><li>
Knowledge in multiple functional areas or be an expert in at least one of the following: Logistics, Product Lifecycle Management, and corporate systems (HR, Commercial, Finance, Supply Chain, and/or Operations).</li><li>
Demonstrate deep process knowledge of key end to end processes like Idea to Market.)</li><li>
Ability to perform system and process analysis duties including flow charting and value stream mapping using process and software documentation tools.</li><li>
Has direct participation and experience with multiple software platform implementations.</li><li>
Ability to partner effectively with strategy innovations and R&amp;D, Product Management, Engineering, Development, Operations, Supply Chain, Commercialization, Sales, and Finance.</li><li>
Strong background in process discovery and requirements definition for cross-functional initiatives that enable faster, more predictable product launches.</li><li>
Proven capability to lead UAT and business validation activities for solutions impacting multiple stakeholder groups with diverse needs.</li><li>
Ability to balance innovation, compliance, and operational scalability when defining and prioritizing system requirements.</li><li>
Prior experience with process improvement methodologies and tools (Kaizen, Six Sigma, Green/Black Belt, etc).</li><li>
Understanding of data systems, databases, software development life cycle, and information and application architecture.</li><li>
Experience leading the development of UAT and QA testing plans and cases.</li><li>
Ability to learn and adapt to new software and technology.</li><li>
Project management skills a plus.</li><li>
Excellent interpersonal skills.</li></ul></div></div></div><p><b>
Why Join Us:</b><br>
Ventura Foods innovates and manufactures food solutions for foodservice and retail businesses. We make exclusive products for the world's most iconic restaurants and retailers, we provide ready-to-go product solutions for professional kitchens, and we make consumer brands everyone knows and loves. When you work for Ventura Foods, you get a strong foundation of training, a manager who cares about you and celebrates your success, a safe environment, and challenging work. As part of our team, your future is limited only by how much you&rsquo;re willing to push yourself to get there. We invest in your growth because you invest in ours.</p><p><br>
</p><p>Ventura Foods offers career growth opportunities as well as competitive compensation and benefits:
</p><ul><li>Medical, Prescription, Dental, &amp; Vision &ndash; coverage beginning on your 1st day for eligible employees
</li><li>Profit Sharing and 401(k) matching (after eligible criteria is met)
</li><li>Paid Vacation, Sick Time, and Holidays
</li><li>Employee Appreciation Events and Employee Assistance Programs</li><li>
Salary Base Range of $103,685.00 - $134,453.55*</li></ul><p></p><ul><li><br>
The &ldquo;base salary range&rdquo; provided above is a good faith estimate of what we expect to pay for this position in the specified markets. Ventura Foods reserves the right to pay outside of the given range based on a variety of factors including but not limited to: candidate skills and experience, complexity of the job, budgetary factors, and location/geography. Ventura Foods conducts regular reviews of compensation ranges and therefore reserves the right to alter this range at any given time.</li></ul><p></p><p><b><br>
Diversity &amp; Inclusion:</b><br>
Our commitment to a diverse and inclusive environment in which all employees are treated with respect is evident in our company culture and values. We believe that fostering an environment of inclusion and a focus on diversity across our organization is vital to attracting top talent, driving innovation, and meeting the high expectations of our customers in a rapidly evolving global marketplace.</p><p></p><p><br>
Ventura Foods is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.</p></div>

Business Systems Analyst, Sr

NEVADOS

<div><div><b>Company Overview</b></div><div>
Nevados is the premier solar tracker company for PV power plants built on sloped and rolling terrain. We offer innovative all-terrain trackers paired with a comprehensive software suite in an integrated technology platform that optimizes solar performance, improves plant reliability and respects the natural landscape. Headquartered in Oakland and backed by institutional capital, Nevados is transforming utility-scale PV deployment with our tracking solutions and partnership approach.</div><div></div><div><br>
Nevados is a distributed organization with many team members working remotely, while other roles require an in office and on-site presence. Specifics of the work location, travel expectations and other role requirements are outlined in the position overview. Ideal candidates are self-motivated and able to manage their time effectively.</div><div></div><div><br>
Position Overview</div>
<div>
<div><p>The Director of Product Lifecycle Management oversees the end-to-end process for managing part numbers within Operations. This includes establishing and maintaining procedures for reviewing, introducing, updating, and retiring both new and existing parts throughout their lifecycle.</p>
</div>
<div><p>This role coordinates cross-functional reviews to ensure part changes are fully understood and properly executed in operational systems and Bills of Material (BOM). This person will manage part numbers in the ERP and related systems, review inventory levels and open orders, provide stocking and depletion recommendations, and track approved substitution and alternate parts to reduce supply risk.</p>
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<div><p>The Product Lifecycle Manager is also responsible for building and maintaining the processes used to manage part changes, ECOs and ensuring the processes are consistently followed. The focus of the role is governance, execution, system accuracy, and follow-through &mdash; making sure part changes are available when needed, do not create material shortages or excess inventory, or disrupt production.</p>
</div>
<div><p>The Product Lifecycle Manager acts a project coordinator and has the unique opportunity to work across multiple functions&mdash;Operations, Strategic Sourcing, Engineering, Quality, Sales, Project Management, and Product Management and gain full lifecycle exposure to our supply chain operations.</p>
</div>
<div><p>In addition to traditional role requirements, this person will focus on a dynamic environment with new suppliers and supply chain partners, balance process and risk, handle strategic cost, and actively engage the supply chain and all supply chain partners.</p>
</div>
<div><p>We are looking for a seasoned Product Lifecycle leader that has created and implemented processes. This person is a self starter that can create, manage, and lead the efforts of building this new function.</p>
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</div><h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>Part Lifecycle &amp; Cross-Functional Management
</b></h3><div><div><div><ul><li>Create and govern the process for product lifecycle for the company</li>
</ul></div><div><ul><li>Manage project plans for the introduction, modification, ECO, substitution, and obsolescence of part numbers from a Supply Chain perspective</li>
</ul></div><div><ul><li>Document and create a stage gate approval process</li>
</ul></div><div><ul><li>Coordinate cross-functional reviews to assess operational, inventory, and sourcing impacts of part changes</li>
</ul></div><div><ul><li>Ensure part-level decisions are documented and executed consistently with signoffs as needed</li>
</ul></div><div><ul><li>Serve as the Supply Chain project coordinator for part-lifecycle changes</li>
</ul></div><div><ul><li>Determine which projects are potentially impacted from part number modifications</li>
</ul></div></div><div><div><ul><li>Coordinate with Sales to ensure new product introduction meets project delivery timelines</li>
</ul></div><div><ul><li>Create and manage gate process with signoffs for introduction and replacement product</li>
</ul></div></div></div><h3 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>NPI Sourcing Support</b></h3><div>
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</ul></div><div><ul><li><p>Participating in Strategic Sourcing Reviews</p>
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</ul></div><div><ul><li><p>Participate in negotiations of supplier agreements including amendments for new products</p>
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</ul></div><div><ul><li><p>Develop and use project plans, checklists, trackers, and templates to support consistent execution</p>
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<div><ul><li><p>Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to clearly convey technical and operational information across teams</p>
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</ul></div><div><ul><li><p>Experience with PLM and ERP experience, Arena and NetSuite preferred.</p>
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</ul></div><div><ul><li><p>Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, early-stage environment with changing priorities</p>
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</ul></div><div><ul><li><p>NPI experience with ability to implement a new process and manage</p>
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<li>Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in supply chain, Engineering, Project Management or related field
</li><li>15 years of combined NPI, Lifecycle, Supply Chain, Project Management
</li><li>8+ years of Management
</li><li>Experience with steel manufacturers (preferred)
</li></ul><div>These ranges indicate base salary. See more regarding total compensation packages below. Actual compensation will be determined based on candidate experience, skillset, and location.</div><div><b>
Benefits &amp; Total Compensation Package</b></div><div></div><div><br>
Nevados offers competitive base salary, bonus, commission (if applicable to the role) and stock options commensurate with qualifications and experience. Full time employees and their eligible dependents are offered medical, dental, vision, life insurance, long term disability and vol life. We also offer 401(k) participation, unlimited PTO, generous sick leave, paid company holidays and additional benefit offerings as we continue to grow.<br>
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<div>This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change, or new ones may be assigned at any time with or without notice.<br>
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<div>Unless otherwise explicitly stated as a requirement of the role, candidates must be willing to travel at least 10-20% of the time for company off-sites, conferences, trade shows, site visits, and other potential events as needed.<br>
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<div><b>Inclusion at Nevados</b></div><div>
Not sure you meet every qualification? We encourage you to apply anyway. We&rsquo;re committed to building a team that reflects a variety of backgrounds, identities, and perspectives. This includes uplifting women, people of color, LGBTQ+ individuals, and others who are underrepresented in cleantech and the broader tech industry. Nevados is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.</div><div></div><div><b><br>
Interview Process</b></div><div>
At Nevados, our interview process is designed to be comprehensive and thorough to ensure the best fit for both the candidate and our team. It typically entails 3-5 conversations over the course of 3-4 weeks. This timeline and format may vary based on the role as well as availability of team members and the candidate. The process is subject to change at any time.
</div><div><b>Phone Screen</b>: An initial call with Recruiting to discuss your background, expectations, and interest in the role.</div><div><b>
Discussions with Hiring Managers</b>: In-depth calls with hiring managers/team members to assess your technical skills and fit.</div><div><b>
Cross Functional Team Member Interviews</b>: Meetings to gauge team dynamics and working style.</div><div><b>
Executive Leadership Conversations</b>: Discussions with our executive team to ensure alignment with the company's strategic goals and vision.</div><div><b>
Professional Reference Checks and Background Check</b>: The final step before an offer involves contacting your provided professional references to verify your qualifications and past performance as well as a background check.</div><div></div><div><br>
To ensure a fair and consistent experience for all candidates, we ask that interviews be completed <b>without the use of real-time AI tools, scripts, or external assistance</b> during live conversations, unless explicitly discussed and approved in advance.</div><div></div><div><br>
Nevados provides reasonable accommodations for candidates who need them. Please let us know in advance if any adjustments are required.</div>
<p>
We may use artificial intelligence (AI) tools to support parts of the hiring process, such as reviewing applications, analyzing resumes, or assessing responses. These tools assist our recruitment team but do not replace human judgment. Final hiring decisions are ultimately made by humans. If you would like more information about how your data is processed, please contact us.</p></div>

Director of Product Lifecycle Management – Supply Chain (copy)

Eggs Unlimited

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  Eggs Unlimited is one of the world&rsquo;s largest suppliers of eggs, serving the biggest retail and food manufacturing companies around the globe. Every day, we find homes for millions of eggs by tapping into our vast supply chain and customer networks. Bringing sellers and buyers together in fair market negotiations, we open up a world of possibilities for expanding their knowledge, reach, and access. With dedicated service teams and a mission to uphold transparency and trustworthiness, we create quick and creative solutions to help manage the ever-evolving demands of the global egg industry.
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 We are seeking a highly driven, commercially sharp, and organized Sales Manager to lead and strengthen our team of Traders. This is a frontline sales leadership role focused on managing people, improving execution, and driving a more unified sales strategy across a fast-paced trading environment.
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 The ideal candidate brings strong sales management, food industry, commodity, produce, protein, brokerage, or wholesale distribution experience and knows how to lead revenue-producing teams in dynamic markets. This person will coach Traders, improve accountability, create better structure around sales execution, and help ensure the team is aligned against company priorities.
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 This is not intended to be an individual contributor or personal-book-of-business role. Instead, this position is designed for a true manager who can elevate team performance, improve organization, reinforce follow-through, and help build a more scalable sales function without slowing down the business.
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 This role is best suited for a leader who thrives in a high-performance culture, enjoys ambiguity, can operate with urgency, and is energized by a scaling, entrepreneurial food company with a startup feel.
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   Lead, coach, and manage a team of Traders responsible for customer growth, supplier relationships, pricing, and day-to-day commercial execution
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   Drive a more unified sales strategy across the team, ensuring alignment around priorities, customer approach, market focus, and follow-through
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   Improve structure, accountability, and execution discipline across the sales organization
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   Keep Traders on task by reinforcing pipeline management, customer follow-up, sales prioritization, and activity rigor
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   Help organize trading efforts across customers, suppliers, categories, and opportunities in a fast-moving market
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   Monitor team performance and identify where coaching, redirection, or deeper management intervention is needed
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   Create visibility into sales activity, customer development, pipeline movement, pricing decisions, and execution gaps
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   Partner closely with leadership to translate company priorities into clear direction for the Trader team
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   Improve consistency in sales documentation, communication, internal coordination, and execution workflows
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   Work cross-functionally with operations, supply chain, logistics, finance, and leadership to support commercial success and solve problems quickly
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   Help standardize sales processes and best practices where needed while preserving speed and entrepreneurial flexibility
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   Support onboarding, development, performance management, and capability building across the team
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   Reinforce a culture of urgency, responsiveness, ownership, follow-through, and strong commercial judgment
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   Use reporting, Excel, sales data, and market insights to support stronger decision-making and better team management
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   Represent the company professionally at customer meetings, industry events, trade shows, conferences, and networking opportunities as needed
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   7+ years of sales experience, including meaningful experience leading, coaching, or managing sales professionals
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   Strong background in one or more of the following (including trading): food sales, produce, protein, perishables, commodities, brokerage, wholesale distribution, agriculture, import/export, or supply chain-driven commercial environments
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   Proven success managing high-output salespeople, account managers, brokers, traders, or other commercially driven individual contributors
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   Experience managing teams that own both customer and supplier relationships
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   Experience improving pipeline discipline, sales process consistency, and team accountability
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   Familiarity with fast-moving, margin-sensitive, relationship-driven commercial environments
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   Experience helping scale a growing sales organization without overcomplicating the business
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   Experience leading in a fast-paced, changing, high-accountability environment
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   Demonstrated ability to drive execution, improve follow-through, and create better structure across a sales team
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   Strong commercial acumen and comfort operating in markets where pricing, supply, and customer needs can shift quickly
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   Excellent leadership, coaching, communication &amp; performance management skills
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   Highly organized, detail-oriented, and able to manage multiple priorities without losing momentum
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   Strong Excel and reporting skills; comfortable using data to drive accountability and decisions
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   Comfortable in a high-performance culture with high standards, ambiguity, urgency, and rapid change
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   Bachelor&rsquo;s degree preferred
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   Full range of benefits, including medical, dental, and vision coverage
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   401(k) with a company match
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   Generous PTO accrual, increasing each year
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   Free Lunch Daily
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   Unlimited Snacks &amp; Refreshments
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   We are experiencing hyper-growth &ndash; lots of opportunities for advancement!
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   Base Pay: $120,000 - $180,000
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 Eggs Unlimited does not accept unsolicited assistance from recruitment agencies for this employment opportunity. Resumes submitted by agencies without an active and signed agreement with Eggs Unlimited's HR department will become the sole property of Eggs Unlimited. No fees will be paid for candidates hired through unsolicited referrals or any other means.
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Sales Manager - Food Trading / Commodity Sales

Keystone Supply

<p>We are looking for a detail-oriented and proactive Order Management Coordinator to support our fast-growing business with major U.S. retail accounts (e.g., Walmart, Walgreens, Family Dollar).</p><p>This role focuses on <b>order management, supply chain coordination, and communication with internal teams and retail partners</b>.</p><p>Key Responsibilities</p><ul><li>Manage and track purchase orders (POs) from major retail accounts</li><li>Coordinate with Client, freight forwarders, and warehouses to ensure on-time delivery</li><li>Monitor order status including <b>production, in-transit, and delivery timelines</b></li><li>Work with internal teams to update <b>MABD / DNSB / shipping schedules</b></li><li>Assist in resolving issues related to:</li><li>Routing</li><li>Labeling (SSCC, pallet labels, etc.)</li><li>Delivery delays</li><li>Communicate with retail partners&rsquo; systems such as:</li><li>Supplier portals (e.g., Supplier One, Retail Link, etc.)</li><li>Maintain accurate records of orders, shipments, and inventory</li><li>Support logistics planning and help prevent stock-outs or delays</li><li>Prepare reports for management (order status, shipment updates, etc.)</li></ul><p>Qualifications</p><ul><li>Bachelor&rsquo;s degree preferred</li><li>1&ndash;2 years of experience in:</li><li>Order management / sales support / supply chain / logistics</li><li>Strong attention to detail and organizational skills</li><li>Ability to handle multiple tasks and deadlines</li></ul><p>Preferred Experience</p><ul><li>Experience working with <b>major U.S. retailers</b> (e.g., Walmart, Walgreens, Family Dollar)</li><li>Familiar with:</li><li>PO lifecycle (from order creation to delivery)</li><li>Retail compliance requirements</li><li>Experience with EDI / supplier portals is a plus</li><li>Knowledge of:</li><li>Shipping terms (FOB, Collect, etc.)</li><li>Routing and scheduling processes</li></ul><p>Skills</p><ul><li>Strong communication skills (English required; Chinese is a plus)</li><li>Proficient in Microsoft Excel (data tracking, basic analysis)</li><li>Problem-solving mindset and ability to work under pressure</li><li>Team player with a proactive attitude</li></ul><p>Pay: $55,000.00 - $65,000.00 per year</p><p>Benefits:</p><ul><li>Health insurance</li><li>Paid time off</li></ul><p>Work Location: Hybrid remote in Irvine, CA 92614</p>

Order Management Coordinator

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