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Elevance Health

<div><p><b>Strategic Sourcing Manager</b></p><p></p><p><b>
Location:</b> This role requires associates to be in-office 1 - 2 days per week, fostering collaboration and connectivity, while providing flexibility to support productivity and work-life balance. This approach combines structured office engagement with the autonomy of virtual work, promoting a dynamic and adaptable workplace. <b>Alternate locations may be considered if candidates reside within a commuting distance from an office.</b></p><p></p><p><i>
Please note that per our policy on hybrid/virtual work, candidates not within a reasonable commuting distance from the posting location(s) will not be considered for employment, unless an accommodation is granted as required by law.</i></p><p></p><p>
The <b>Strategic Sourcing Manager </b>will be responsible for leading IT sourcing initiatives with a focus on cloud, AI, and procurement transformation. This role supports enterprise tech projects, cloud migrations, and innovation-driven sourcing efforts. The Strategic Sourcing Manager is also responsible for the execution and implementation of traditional, less complex sub-category sourcing strategies and ad-hoc sourcing.</p><p></p><p><b>
How you will make an impact:</b></p><p></p><ul><li>
Lead sourcing and negotiations for IT categories (cloud, software, infrastructure).</li><li>
Manage contracting for cloud and AI vendors (e.g., GCP, Oracle, Codeium, Glean, HippocraticAI).</li><li>
Support enterprise initiatives (e.g., CarelonRx, tech innovation, cloud marketplace optimization).</li><li>
Drive Procurement&rsquo;s AI-led transformation, including iCertis CLM and Spark Prompt Library.</li><li>
Conduct training, provide guidance to peers, and support process improvements.</li><li>
Partner with stakeholders to align sourcing with business goals and ensure compliance.</li><li>
Deliver cost savings through competitive sourcing and vendor management.</li><li>
Design and develop data capturing and reporting approaches as well as identifying possible areas of opportunity for expense management improvement.</li><li>
Define current workflow, performance metrics, relationships among commodities and processes.</li><li>
Execute standardized strategic sourcing processes for assigned sub-categories.</li><li>
Monitor, track, and report supplier compliance and performance benefits.</li></ul><p></p><p><b>
Minimum Requirements:</b></p><p>
Requires a BA/BS; 8 years of experience in sourcing/supplier selection with at least 6 years&rsquo; experience with negotiation of pricing and contract terms and conditions; or any combination of education and experience, which would provide an equivalent background.</p><p></p><p><b>
Preferred Skills, Capabilities, and Experiences:</b></p><ul><li>
MBA preferred.</li><li>
CPM preferred.</li><li>
5+ years&rsquo; experience in IT sourcing/procurement strongly preferred.</li><li>
Experience with cloud, AI, and strategic sourcing negotiations strongly preferred.</li><li>
Experience with cloud platforms Azure, AWS, and/or Google Cloud strongly preferred.</li><li>
Experience with AI tools such as ChatGPT and/or Spark strongly preferred.</li><li>
Strong communication, stakeholder engagement, and analytical skills preferred.</li><li>
Familiarity with tools like Ariba, iCertis, and contract lifecycle processes preferred.</li><li>
Healthcare or enterprise tech sourcing experience is a plus.</li></ul><p></p><p>
For candidates working in person or virtually in the below location(s), the salary* range for this specific position is $106,304 to $173,952.</p><p></p><p>
Locations: California</p><p></p><p>
In addition to your salary, Elevance Health offers benefits such as a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase and 401k contribution (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements). The salary offered for this specific position is based on a number of legitimate, non-discriminatory factors set by the Company. The Company is fully committed to ensuring equal pay opportunities for equal work regardless of gender, race, or any other category protected by federal, state, and local pay equity laws<i>.
</i></p><p></p><ul><li>The salary range is the range Elevance Health in good faith believes is the range of possible compensation for this role at the time of this posting. This range may be modified in the future and actual compensation may vary from posting based on geographic location, work experience, education and/or skill level. Even within the range, the actual compensation will vary depending on the above factors as well as market/business considerations. No amount is considered to be wages or compensation until such amount is earned, vested, and determinable under the terms and conditions of the applicable policies and plans. The amount and availability of any bonus, commission, benefits, or any other form of compensation and benefits that are allocable to a particular employee remains in the Company's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified at the Company&rsquo;s sole discretion, consistent with the law.</li></ul><br>
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<p>Please be advised that Elevance Health only accepts resumes for compensation from agencies that have a signed agreement with Elevance Health. Any unsolicited resumes, including those submitted to hiring managers, are deemed to be the property of Elevance Health.</p>
<p>Who We Are</p>
<p>Elevance Health is a health company dedicated to improving lives and communities &ndash; and making healthcare simpler. We are a Fortune 25 company with a longstanding history in the healthcare industry, looking for leaders at all levels of the organization who are passionate about making an impact on our members and the communities we serve.</p>
<p>How We Work</p>
<p>At Elevance Health, we are creating a culture that is designed to advance our strategy but will also lead to personal and professional growth for our associates. Our values and behaviors are the root of our culture. They are how we achieve our strategy, power our business outcomes and drive our shared success - for our consumers, our associates, our communities and our business.</p>
<p>We offer a range of market-competitive total rewards that include merit increases, paid holidays, Paid Time Off, and incentive bonus programs (unless covered by a collective bargaining agreement), medical, dental, vision, short and long term disability benefits, 401(k) +match, stock purchase plan, life insurance, wellness programs and financial education resources, to name a few.</p>
<p>Elevance Health operates in a Hybrid Workforce Strategy. Unless specified as primarily virtual by the hiring manager, associates are required to work at an Elevance Health location at least once per week, and potentially several times per week. Specific requirements and expectations for time onsite will be discussed as part of the hiring process.</p>
<p>The health of our associates and communities is a top priority for Elevance Health. We require all new candidates in certain patient/member-facing roles to become vaccinated against COVID-19 and Influenza. If you are not vaccinated, your offer will be rescinded unless you provide an acceptable explanation. Elevance Health will also follow all relevant federal, state and local laws.</p>
<p>Elevance Health is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, citizenship status, color, creed, disability, ethnicity, genetic information, gender (including gender identity and gender expression), marital status, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, veteran status or any other status or condition protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Applicants who require accommodation to participate in the job application process may contact elevancehealthjobssupport@elevancehealth.com for assistance.</p>
<p>Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with all federal, state, and local laws, including, but not limited to, the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance and the California Fair Chance Act.</p></div>

Strategic Sourcing Manager

Acuity Inc.

<p></p><div><div><p>Acuity Inc. (NYSE: AYI) is a market-leading industrial technology company. We use technology to solve problems in spaces, light and more things to come. Through our two business segments, Acuity Brands Lighting (ABL) and Acuity Intelligent Spaces (AIS), we design, manufacture, and bring to market products and services that make a valuable difference in people&rsquo;s lives.</p></div><div><p>
We achieve growth through the development of innovative new products and services, including lighting, lighting controls, building management solutions, and an audio, video and control platform. We focus on customer outcomes and drive growth and productivity to increase market share and deliver superior returns. We look to aggressively deploy capital to grow the business and to enter attractive new verticals.</p></div><div><p>
Acuity Inc. is based in Atlanta, Georgia, with operations across North America, Europe and Asia. The Company is powered by approximately 13,000 dedicated and talented associates. Visit us at www.acuityinc.com.</p></div><div><div><div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>
Job Summary</b></h2></div><div><p>
This role will lead the development and execution of a common component architecture across the organization, driving strategic initiatives that unlock value through part consolidation. By enhancing sourcing capabilities and standardizing tools, processes, and templates, the role will enable more effective sourcing strategies and foster cross-functional collaboration. The successful candidate will identify opportunities to reduce complexity, streamline product platforms, and deliver measurable value through simplification and harmonization efforts.</p></div></div><div><div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>
Key Tasks &amp; Responsibilities (Essential Functions)</b></h2></div><div><ul><li><b>
Standardization &amp; Execution:</b> Develop standardized approaches and toolkits to ensure consistent execution across the organization, driving measurable value creation.</li><li><b>
Common Component Collaboration:</b> Lead workshops with engineering and other stakeholders to identify opportunities for part consolidation and product platforming, aiming to reduce complexity and improve efficiency.</li><li><b>
Capability Development:</b> Design and implement best-in-class sourcing tools, processes, and templates to strengthen team performance.</li><li><b>
Strategic Enablement:</b> Collaborate with cross-functional teams to refine sourcing strategies and tactics that align with business goals.
</li><li><b>Roadmap Creation:</b> Partner with process owners to build actionable roadmaps for platforming and simplification initiatives.</li></ul></div></div><div><div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>
Skills and Minimum Experience Required</b></h2></div><div><ul><li>
Bachelors Degree in<b> </b>Business Administration, Engineering, Supply Chain, Finance, etc.</li><li>
5+ years within a sourcing direct materials with heavy collaboration with engineering</li><li>
Proven experience managing change initiatives involving cross-functional sourcing and engineering teams, particularly in relation to technical requirements, engineering specifications, and component-level technical attributes.</li><li>
Knowledge of Product Lifecycle Management systems and processes</li><li>
Understanding and strong experience in strategic sourcing</li><li>
Strong interpersonal skills with ability to influence and work in a highly cross functional space</li><li>
Experience leading and coaching sourcing professionals</li><li>
Proficient in MS Excel, preferred experience with Windchill and Power BI</li><li>
Sourcing experience with different commodities.</li></ul></div></div><div><div><h2 class="jobSectionHeader"><b>
Travel Requirements</b></h2></div><div><p>
Up to 25% Domestic and Internationally.</p><p></p><p><br>
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The range for this position is $100,700.00 to $181,200.00. Placement within this range may vary, depending on the applicant&rsquo;s experience and geographic location. Acuity offers generous benefits including health care, dental coverage, vision plans, 401K benefits, and commissions/incentive compensation depending on the role. For a list of our benefits, click </b><b>here</b><b>.</b></p><p></p><div><p><br>
We value diversity and are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regards to race, color, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, ethnicity or national origin, disability, pregnancy, religion, covered veteran status, protected genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.</p></div><p></p><div><p><br>
Accommodation for Applicants with Disabilities: As an equal opportunity employer, Acuity Inc. is committed to providing reasonable accommodations in its application process for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans. If you have difficulty using our online system due to a disability and need an accommodation, you may contact us at (770) 922-9000. Please clearly indicate what type of accommodation you are requesting and for what requisition.</p></div><p></p><div><p><br>
Any unsolicited resumes sent to Acuity Inc. from a third party, such as an Agency recruiter, including unsolicited resumes sent to an Acuity Inc. mailing address, fax machine or email address, directly to Acuity Inc. employees, or to Acuity Inc. resume database will be considered Acuity Inc. property. Acuity Inc. will NOT pay a fee for any placement resulting from the receipt of an unsolicited resume.</p></div><p></p><div><p><br>
Acuity Inc. will consider any candidate for whom an Agency has submitted an unsolicited resume to have been referred by the Agency free of any charges or fees. This includes any Agency that is an approved/engaged vendor, but does not have the appropriate approvals to be engaged on a search.</p></div><p></p><p><br>
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Sourcing Manager Lead

<div><p><b>Strategic Sourcing Consultant Senior</b></p><p></p><p><b>
Location:</b> This role requires associates to be in-office 1 - 2 days per week, fostering collaboration and connectivity, while providing flexibility to support productivity and work-life balance. This approach combines structured office engagement with the autonomy of virtual work, promoting a dynamic and adaptable workplace. <b>Alternate locations may be considered if candidates reside within a commuting distance from an office.</b></p><p></p><p><i>
Please note that per our policy on hybrid/virtual work, candidates not within a reasonable commuting distance from the posting location(s) will not be considered for employment, unless an accommodation is granted as required by law.</i></p><p></p><p>
The <b>Strategic Sourcing Consultant Senior </b>will be responsible for leading IT sourcing initiatives with a focus on cloud, AI, and procurement transformation. This role supports enterprise tech projects, cloud migrations, and innovation-driven sourcing efforts. The Strategic Sourcing Consultant Senior is also responsible for the execution and implementation of traditional, less complex sub-category sourcing strategies and ad-hoc sourcing.</p><p></p><p><b>
How you will make an impact:</b></p><p></p><ul><li>
Lead sourcing and negotiations for IT categories (cloud, software, infrastructure).</li><li>
Manage contracting for cloud and AI vendors (e.g., GCP, Oracle, Codeium, Glean, HippocraticAI).</li><li>
Support enterprise initiatives (e.g., CarelonRx, tech innovation, cloud marketplace optimization).</li><li>
Drive Procurement&rsquo;s AI-led transformation, including iCertis CLM and Spark Prompt Library.</li><li>
Conduct training, provide guidance to peers, and support process improvements.</li><li>
Partner with stakeholders to align sourcing with business goals and ensure compliance.</li><li>
Deliver cost savings through competitive sourcing and vendor management.</li><li>
Designs and develops data capturing and reporting approaches as well as identifying possible areas of opportunity for expense management improvement.</li><li>
Defines current work flow, performance metrics, relationships among commodities and processes.</li><li>
Executes standardized strategic sourcing processes for assigned sub-categories.</li><li>
Monitors, tracks, and reports supplier compliance and performance benefits.</li></ul><p></p><p><b>
Minimum Requirements:</b></p><p>
Requires a BA/BS; 6 years of experience in sourcing/supplier selection with at least 4 years&rsquo; experience with negotiation of pricing and contract terms and conditions; or any combination of education and experience, which would provide an equivalent background.</p><p></p><p><b>
Preferred Skills, Capabilities, and Experiences:</b></p><ul><li>
MBA preferred.</li><li>
CPM preferred.</li><li>
5+ years&rsquo; experience in IT sourcing/procurement strongly preferred.</li><li>
Experience with cloud, AI, and strategic sourcing negotiations strongly preferred.</li><li>
Experience with cloud platforms Azure, AWS, and/or Google Cloud strongly preferred.</li><li>
Experience with AI tools such as ChatGPT and/or Spark strongly preferred.</li><li>
Strong communication, stakeholder engagement, and analytical skills preferred.</li><li>
Familiarity with tools like Ariba, iCertis, and contract lifecycle processes preferred.</li><li>
Healthcare or enterprise tech sourcing experience is a plus.</li></ul><p></p><p>
For candidates working in person or virtually in the below location(s), the salary* range for this specific position is $94,424 to $154,512.</p><p></p><p>
Locations: California</p><p></p><p>
In addition to your salary, Elevance Health offers benefits such as a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase and 401k contribution (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements). The salary offered for this specific position is based on a number of legitimate, non-discriminatory factors set by the Company. The Company is fully committed to ensuring equal pay opportunities for equal work regardless of gender, race, or any other category protected by federal, state, and local pay equity laws<i>.
</i></p><p></p><ul><li>The salary range is the range Elevance Health in good faith believes is the range of possible compensation for this role at the time of this posting. This range may be modified in the future and actual compensation may vary from posting based on geographic location, work experience, education and/or skill level. Even within the range, the actual compensation will vary depending on the above factors as well as market/business considerations. No amount is considered to be wages or compensation until such amount is earned, vested, and determinable under the terms and conditions of the applicable policies and plans. The amount and availability of any bonus, commission, benefits, or any other form of compensation and benefits that are allocable to a particular employee remains in the Company's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified at the Company&rsquo;s sole discretion, consistent with the law.</li></ul><br>
<p></p>
<p>Please be advised that Elevance Health only accepts resumes for compensation from agencies that have a signed agreement with Elevance Health. Any unsolicited resumes, including those submitted to hiring managers, are deemed to be the property of Elevance Health.</p>
<p>Who We Are</p>
<p>Elevance Health is a health company dedicated to improving lives and communities &ndash; and making healthcare simpler. We are a Fortune 25 company with a longstanding history in the healthcare industry, looking for leaders at all levels of the organization who are passionate about making an impact on our members and the communities we serve.</p>
<p>How We Work</p>
<p>At Elevance Health, we are creating a culture that is designed to advance our strategy but will also lead to personal and professional growth for our associates. Our values and behaviors are the root of our culture. They are how we achieve our strategy, power our business outcomes and drive our shared success - for our consumers, our associates, our communities and our business.</p>
<p>We offer a range of market-competitive total rewards that include merit increases, paid holidays, Paid Time Off, and incentive bonus programs (unless covered by a collective bargaining agreement), medical, dental, vision, short and long term disability benefits, 401(k) +match, stock purchase plan, life insurance, wellness programs and financial education resources, to name a few.</p>
<p>Elevance Health operates in a Hybrid Workforce Strategy. Unless specified as primarily virtual by the hiring manager, associates are required to work at an Elevance Health location at least once per week, and potentially several times per week. Specific requirements and expectations for time onsite will be discussed as part of the hiring process.</p>
<p>The health of our associates and communities is a top priority for Elevance Health. We require all new candidates in certain patient/member-facing roles to become vaccinated against COVID-19 and Influenza. If you are not vaccinated, your offer will be rescinded unless you provide an acceptable explanation. Elevance Health will also follow all relevant federal, state and local laws.</p>
<p>Elevance Health is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, citizenship status, color, creed, disability, ethnicity, genetic information, gender (including gender identity and gender expression), marital status, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, veteran status or any other status or condition protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. Applicants who require accommodation to participate in the job application process may contact elevancehealthjobssupport@elevancehealth.com for assistance.</p>
<p>Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with all federal, state, and local laws, including, but not limited to, the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance and the California Fair Chance Act.</p></div>

Strategic Sourcing Consult Sr.

Rubicon

<p></p><div><p><b>Job Title: Regional Sourcing Associate</b></p>
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Location: Remote/Hybrid - USA</b></p>
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Reports to: </b><b>Regional Sourcing Manager</b></p>
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Department Name: </b><b>Strategic Sourcing</b></p>
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Job Type: Full Time, Non-Exempt</b></p>
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Pay Range: $20 - $23/hr.</b><b> </b>(Actual compensation is commensurate with job related knowledge, skills, experience, etc.)</p>
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Position Summary</b></p>
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The Regional Souring Associate is responsible for procuring new services, investigating service-related issues, billing issues and other escalations relating to the vendors. Reporting to the Regional Sourcing Manager, you will play a crucial role in supporting the Regional Sourcing function within an assigned territory to build in-depth relationships with vendor partners across Rubicon&rsquo;s hauler network. You will collaborate with Account Management departments to source for appropriate resources that align with our partners&rsquo; business needs.</p>
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Essential Duties &amp; Key Responsibilities</b></p>
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<li>Address any service requests within the required service level agreements.</li>
<li>Develop, maintain, and continuously seek to improve all vendor relations.</li>
<li>Work with the Account Management teams to manage hauler performance according to contractual obligations.</li>
<li>Provide problem-solving resources and solutions to complex vendor issues.</li>
<li>Determine problems that demand immediate promotion to direct supervisor.</li>
<li>Resolve invoice questions and investigate payment issues with haulers.</li>
<li>Support the gathering and maintenance of hauler intelligence (pricing, market condition, location, and services, etc.).</li>
<li>Respond proactively to hauler inquiries and concerns.</li>
<li>Partner with other departments to identify and to drive continuous improvement in the waste hauler network and processes.</li>
<li>Ability to travel and/or work onsite as needed.</li>
<li>Performs other duties as assigned or apparent.</li>
</ul>
<p><b>Supervisory Responsibilities:</b></p>
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<li>This job has no supervisory responsibilities<b>.</b></li>
</ul>
<p><b>Experience &amp; Qualifications:</b></p>
<ul>
<li>Bachelor&rsquo;s degree preferred, but not required.</li>
<li>2+ years of experience in a professional setting, hauler relationship management experience preferred.</li>
<li>Strong verbal and written communication skills, ability to communicate effectively with supervisors, employees, customers and business partners.</li>
<li>Strong organizational and analytical skills.</li>
<li>Willingness to cooperate with haulers and management to resolve any issues that may arise.</li>
<li>Strong knowledge of MS office skills (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).</li>
<li>Demonstrated ability to work well as part of a team.</li>
<li>Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.</li>
<li>Exceptional interpersonal skills, with the ability to interface effectively with external and internal stakeholders at all levels of the organization.</li>
<li>Strong customer service orientation with the ability to handle inquiries and requests efficiently and professionally.</li>
<li>A proactive, can-do attitude with a willingness to take ownership of tasks and drive them to completion.</li>
<li>Travel and/or onsite work will be on an as needed basis.</li>
</ul>
<p><b>Physical Demands and Working Environment</b></p>
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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 accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the functions.</p>
<ul>
<li>While performing the duties of this job in a home office setting, the employee is regularly required to work on a computer for extended periods of time.</li>
<li>Frequent use of a computer requires fine motor skills and hand-eye coordination.</li>
<li>Ability to sit for extended periods while working from home or a designated workspace.</li>
<li>Ability to perform tasks that require sustained attention and focus.</li>
<li>Occasional lifting of materials up to 25 pounds.</li>
<li>Travel to attend team meetings may be required.</li>
<li>To facilitate working from home, and as a requirement for this role, the employee must provide reliable internet connection with sufficient bandwidth to execute all job functions and technology setup conducive to remote work. The company laptop will be provided.</li>
<li>A quiet, distraction-free workspace is required for maintaining productivity.</li>
<li>Collaboration with team members may occur through virtual meetings and communication platforms.</li>
</ul>
<p><b>About Rubicon
</b></p><p>Rubicon is a digital marketplace for waste and recycling, and provider of innovative software-based solutions to businesses and governments. Rubicon has created a new industry standard by using technology to drive environmental innovation. The company helps turn businesses into more sustainable enterprises, and neighborhoods into greener and smarter places to live and work. Rubicon helps its partners find economic value in their waste streams and confidently execute on their sustainability goals.</p>
<p>
Rubicon is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. We also maintain a Drug-Free Workplace.</p>
<p>
Rubicon is committed to sustainability and will rely on all employees to serve as an advocate for Environmental Social and Governance (ESG) both internally and externally to help grow the Company&rsquo;s ESG objectives.</p>
<ul>
<li>Environment: <i>Contribute, measurably, to Rubicon&rsquo;s carbon reduction goal and circular economy efforts</i></li>
<li>Social: <i>Support Rubicon&rsquo;s efforts to cultivate/promote racial and gender equity</i></li>
<li>Governance: <i>Advance Rubicon&rsquo;s commitment to best-in-class governance practices</i></li></ul><p></p><p><br>
Equal Opportunity Employer<br>
This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.</p></div>

Regional Sourcing Associate

Hermeus

<div>
 Hermeus is a venture capital-backed aerospace and defense technology company. The business is focused on building high-speed products that sustainably deliver asymmetric advantage to the Department of Defense and allied partners. Utilizing an iterative development approach to aircraft, Hermeus&rsquo; high-Mach and hypersonic aircraft aim to deliver capabilities at a pace not seen in the U.S. since the 1950s.
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 Hermeus is seeking a highly motivated and experienced Senior Strategic Sourcing Manager &ndash; Avionics and Mission Systems to lead sourcing strategies and supplier development for avionics and mission systems. This critical role ensures the procurement of key components and materials essential to the company's mission, upholding quality and supporting innovation from concept through to full-scale production.
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 As a core member of the supply chain team, the successful candidate will leverage extensive expertise in hardware sourcing, supplier relationship management, and effective cross-functional collaboration across engineering, supply chain, and manufacturing. The ideal applicant demonstrates strong leadership in dynamic environments and possesses a commitment to optimizing procurement processes to support advanced rapid product development.
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   Design and execute comprehensive sourcing strategies for avionics hardware and assemblies, prioritizing availability, cost efficiency, quality enhancement, compliance, and supply chain reliability.
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   Assume full ownership of end-to-end supply functions, including supplier selection, negotiation, contract execution, order placement, quality and timely delivery, issue/dispute management, and rigorous cost oversight.
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   Serve as a subject matter expert in avionics sourcing (RF, harnessing, antennas, GNC, mission systems), providing guidance on supplier capabilities, manufacturability, and compliance requirements.
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   Lead all aspects of RFI/RFQ/RFP activities to identify and assess supplier capabilities, ensuring receipt of competitive and high-quality bids.
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   Manage relationships with external contract manufacturers and suppliers to ensure ongoing supply continuity, implement effective risk mitigation, and facilitate transitions from new product introduction to mass production.
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   Collaborate extensively with internal stakeholders to support product innovation and operational excellence, acting as a primary liaison between engineering, mission systems, quality, and suppliers.
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   Lead cross-functional Commodity Council driving collaboration between engineering, quality, and supply chain to standardize avionics sourcing strategies.
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  Required Qualifications:
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   Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in Supply Chain, Electrical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, or a related technical discipline.
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   Minimum of 8 years&rsquo; experience in category management, strategic sourcing, or supplier development for avionics, mission systems, or complex defense hardware.
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   Strong knowledge of RF systems, cable &amp; wire harnessing, antennas, GNC, and mission systems hardware.
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   Previous experience supporting U.S. government contracts and compliance requirements (DFARS, ITAR/EAR, CMMC 2.0).
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   Demonstrated ability to negotiate, draft, and administer complex contracts and subcontracts.
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   Proven capability to lead and collaborate effectively across functional areas within fast-paced settings.
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   Willingness to travel up to 25%.
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  Preferred Qualifications:
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   Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in electrical or aerospace engineering.
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   Previous experience in defense, aerospace, automotive, start-up, or high-tech manufacturing sectors.
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   Strong knowledge of Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) principles and proficiency in data-driven sourcing.
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   Familiarity with avionics testing, qualification, and mission systems integration.
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   Proficiency in interpreting and enforcing contractual terms and conditions.
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   Familiarity with procurement/ERP systems, PLM, and CAD.
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   Availability for full-time onsite work.
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 The person hired will have access to information and items subject to U.S. export controls, and therefore, must either be a &ldquo;U.S. person&rdquo; as defined by 22 C.F.R.
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Senior Strategic Sourcing Manager

State of Georgia

<div><div>Additional Information
</div><ul><li>Agency Logo:</li>
<li>Requisition ID: PRO002N</li>
<li>Number of Openings: 1</li>
<li>Advertised Salary: $125,000-$133,000/year</li>
<li>Shift: Day Job</li>
<li>Posting End Date: Oct 23, 2025</li></ul></div>
<br><div><p><b><i>(Hiring salary will be based on experience, credentials, pay equity, and statewide rules)</i></b></p><p></p><p><b><br>
GENERAL DESCRIPTION:</b></p><p>
The Department of Administrative Services is the State of Georgia&rsquo;s enterprise solution for fleet, human resources administration, risk management, state purchasing and surplus. Through the efforts of our employees, we provide enterprise leadership, business services and solutions to help state entities improve organizational efficiency, workforce performance and policy compliance. With over $5 billion dollars of spend under management, the State Purchasing Division, is tasked with managing the development of the state procurement policies, strategic sourcing for state entities and ensuring that procurement professionals are both educated and compliant with current regulations.</p><p>
The Director of Strategic Sourcing will oversee a large team managing the enterprise procurement function for the State of Georgia. This position will drive change across the State and drive improvements in sourcing and procurement results statewide, in partnership with key stakeholders, departmental leadership and strategic suppliers. The Director will hone current processes and provide the thought leadership necessary to adapt leading practices. The purchasing functions under the Director&rsquo;s purview will include statewide strategic sourcing, contract management, spend analytics and pipeline development. Together with the Deputy Division Director of Policy, Supplier Outreach, and Training; the Director of Audits; and the Director of Agency Sourcing, the Director of Strategic Sourcing will play a key role in shaping the future of Georgia&rsquo;s procurement. This leadership team will help drive the development of new processes, policies, and audit programs aimed at simplifying procedures and increasing flexibility across the procurement system. This position will be instrumental in supporting the GA@WORK implementation and supporting go-live of the Enterprise Resource Planning System (ERP).</p><p><b>
Job Responsibilities:</b></p><p>
o Assist in developing the state&rsquo;s procurement strategy and ensure timely procurement support activities</p><p>
o Manage resources to provide enterprise leadership on complex strategically sourcing of statewide contracts for use by state, higher education and local entities</p><p>
o Recruit, develop and manage team members for sourcing, contract management and data analysis functions</p><p>
o Foster relationships with agency executives and peers across the country to garner feedback and leading practices to drive continuous improvement</p><p>
o Formulate, in conjunction with entities utilizing contracts, short-term and long-term strategic procurement plans in order to maximize buying power, minimize inefficiencies and meet customer needs</p><p>
o Serve as executive level expert by providing direction and guidance in the solicitation, evaluation, negotiation and post award processes (including financial and technical evaluation criteria, complex negotiation process, difficult supplier responses, etc.)</p><p>
o Utilize spend data and market trends to ensure the portfolio of statewide contracts matches the needs of stakeholders and is aligned regularly</p><p>
o Communicate and interact with vendor community on high level matters including conflict resolution</p><p>
o Assist in supervising a contract administration system designed to verify suppliers are performing in accordance with the terms and conditions of their contracts</p><p>
o Procure or supervise the timely procurement of all needed goods, services and technology, in accordance with all applicable federal, state and local laws, policies and procedures</p><p>
o Leverage spend analytics to improve solicitations, drive benefits and financially manage the statewide contract portfolio</p><p>
o Effectively overseeing the management of supplier quarterly sales report submission and administrative fee payment processes including improvements in reporting, invoices, and Accounts Payable management.</p><p>
o Ensure purchasing practices are consistent, fair and transparent, and designed to encourage maximum competition and best value procurements</p><p>
o Research market sources to locate and ensure the most cost-effective purchase of goods and services</p><p>
o Provide leadership and education through participation in relevant industry events</p><p>
o Develop, recommend and monitor the departmental budget</p><p></p><p><b><br>
Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:</b></p><p>
o Expert knowledge of procurement practices, processes and support systems</p><p>
o Demonstrated project management and/or change management abilities</p><p>
o Strong oral and written communication and presentation skills</p><p>
o Excellent interpersonal and leadership skills required to effectively manage and motivate a large team of professionals</p><p>
o Strong decision-making skills and ability to work cooperatively and persuasively with external and internal leadership</p><p>
o Intermediate to Advanced level proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint</p><p>
o Understanding of major industry categories, supply markets and products</p><p>
o Experience scoping, negotiating and managing large and complex procurement initiatives</p><p><b>
This position may require some travel.</b></p><p><b>
Completion of a pre-employment background check is required</b>.</p><p></p><p><b><br>
DOAS participates in a hybrid work environment and</b></p><p><b>
Telework is encouraged with some days in the office required.</b></p><p><b>
MINIMUM ENTRY QUALIFICATIONS:</b></p><p>
Bachelor's degree in a relevant field from an accredited college or university <b>and</b> eleven years of experience in purchasing/contracts or procurement sourcing, eight years of which as a manager</p><p><b>
OR</b> six years of experience at the lower level Sr Mgr, Purchase/Inventory (FEM052) or position equivalent</p><ul><li><i>Note: An equivalent combination of education and job specific experience that provided the knowledge, experience and competencies required to successfully perform the job at the level listed may be substituted on a year-over-year basis.</i></li></ul><p><b>
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:</b> Preference will be given to applicants who, in addition to meeting the minimum qualifications, possess one or more of the following items below.</p><ul><li> Three years leading procurement activities for large and diverse private or public organization</li><li> Master of Business Administration (MBA) or Public Administration (MPA) from accredited institution</li><li> Prior procurement leadership experience with a State of Georgia agency or entity</li><li> Experience with Team Georgia Marketplace and/or PeopleSoft Financials</li><li> Working knowledge of agencies, university system and public procurement</li><li><p>
 Relevant certifications: GCPA, GCPM, CPPO, CPPB, CPSM, or PMP</p></li></ul><p></p><p><b><br>
Applications accepted at Team Georgia Careers</b></p><p></p><p><b><br>
Due to the volume of applications received, we are unable to provide information on application status by phone or email. Only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted by the hiring agency.</b></p><p><b>
This position is subject to close at any time once a satisfactory applicant pool has been identified.</b></p><p><b>
DOAS is an equal opportunity employer</b></p><p><b>
When applying for this position, you will be asked if you meet the minimum qualifications for this position as stated below and may possibly be presented with additional questions to assess preferred qualifications.</b><b> </b><b><i>Preference will be given to applicants who meet one or more of the preferred qualifications</i></b></p>
<div>Bachelor's degree in accounting, business, or a related field from an accredited college or university and eleven (11) years of professional job-related experience in inventory, purchasing, or supply chain management which includes eight (8) years in a managerial role; or six (6) years of experience at the lower level Sr Mgr, Purchase/Inventory (FEM052) or position equivalent.</div></div>

Director of Strategic Sourcing

<div></div><div><div>Who we are:</div><div>
It's pretty exciting, to find yourself standing in a pivotal moment in time. It&rsquo;s even more exciting to be out front leading it. At QTS, our world-class data centers are supporting our customers&rsquo; most strategic growth initiatives, positioning us at the forefront of today&rsquo;s dynamic digital transformation.</div><div></div><div>
As AI and cloud drive the demand for increased speed, capacity and capability, QTS has emerged as the global digital infrastructure leader, committed to connecting the world for good. Driven by purpose and fueled by a spirit of innovation, QTS designs, builds and operates some of the world&rsquo;s most advanced, forward-thinking data centers. QTS is a portfolio company of Blackstone.</div><div></div><div>
QTS is Powered by People. People who play a vital role in our company&rsquo;s culture, innovation and growth. People who are committed to contributing to the communities where we operate and work. People who are knowledgeable, resourceful and mission driven. Together, we do great things.</div><div></div><div>
The Impact You Will Have:</div><div>
The Strategic Operations Procurement Manager is responsible for developing, executing, and managing corporate initiatives for our Facilities Operations team to enable effective operations and improvements of new and existing data centers. Responsibilities will extend beyond facilities project procurement, to include support for strategic initiatives such as customer fit-out, site engineering partnerships, and spare parts programs.</div><div></div><div>
The Strategic Operations Procurement Manager will perform complex data analysis to support strategies for new sourcing &amp; other cost optimization opportunities to generate cost savings for categories managed. Categories would include, but not limited to: Electrical, Mechanical, Capital Improvement Projects, SG&amp;A, IT, MRO, Facilities Maintenance, Data Center Infrastructure fit-outs and Data Connectivity.</div><div></div><div>
This role is responsible for negotiating complex/competitive programs &amp; communicating to line of businesses and Senior Management the value propositions associated with Category proposals. The Strategic Operations Procurement Manager will work collaboratively with internal user departments to facilitate, optimize and execute the purchase and corporate governance of these spends categories within the organization.</div><div><br>
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES</div><div><i>
(Other duties may be assigned.)</i></div><ul><li>
Support customer fit-out and facilities management procurement strategy in partnership with the development, implementation, sourcing, and operations procurement teams to enable success for fit-out and facilities operations.</li><li>
Foster strong stakeholder support and cooperation on assigned projects, which can range from facilities and construction services along with equipment and material support.</li><li>
Develop supply chain strategies that optimize spending, minimize risk, and ensure the successful delivery of facilities projects within budget and on time.</li><li>
Support development of pre-approved supplier list utilizing input from internal stakeholders and external engagement.</li><li>
Synthesize supplier, industry and market research for key facilities spend categories to develop pricing for equipment and labor contracts lead by the sourcing team.</li><li>
Administer, facilitate and answer vendor exchanges as part of the competitive bidding process, to mitigate QTS's exposure to risk and consolidate suppliers spend.</li><li>
Support development &amp; execution of procurement programs to optimize regional spend leverage across site services and consumable materials.</li><li>
Maintain day-to-day supplier relationships, act as the lead point of contact for all commercial issues.</li><li>
Support negotiations of commercial cost reduction opportunities and provide analytical support for Total Cost of Ownership models used to support sourcing decisions.</li><li>
Identify and implement system solutions and best practices that optimize indirect sourcing and procurement work practices.</li><li>
Builds relationships with key stakeholders to gather category requirements and specifications from departments and category subject matter experts.</li><li>
Ensure tactical execution of purchasing activities to meet routine business needs.</li><li>
Drive value through innovation and collaboration with strategic suppliers and internal customers.</li><li>
Identify and leverage company-wide spend opportunities.</li><li>
Coordinate Facilities&rsquo; purchasing activities across national portfolio of data centers.</li></ul><div></div><div>
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS</div><ul><li>
Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in Procurement, Supply-Chain, or Engineering or related field or equivalent professional experience.</li><li>
Five or more years of relevant experience in Sourcing / Procurement / Supply-Chain.</li><li>
Skilled in building strong relationships with key stakeholders to gather category requirements, specifications from departments, and category subject matter experts.</li><li>
Experience in managing and leading change initiatives involving significant impacts to organization.</li><li>
Experience developing long range sourcing plans for assigned categories to reduce total costs, optimize value from suppliers, and meet internal customer requirements.</li><li>
Experience in contract development, execution, negotiation and management.</li><li>
Demonstrated company-wide procurement leadership experience within one or more indirect categories or an equivalent combination of education, training or experience.</li></ul><div><br>
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS</div><ul><li>
MBA or master's degree in supply chain.</li><li>
Experience working for or supporting a data center provider (multi-tenant data center, hyperscale user, or equipment provider).</li><li>
Procurement certification (e.g. ISM CPSM).</li></ul><div></div><div>
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES</div><ul><li>
Exhibit excellent interpersonal skills with all levels of the organization.</li><li>
Use organizational skills to determine prioritization and appropriate multitasking.</li><li>
Perform necessary and timely follow-up, escalating appropriately if necessary.</li><li>
Strong planning, organization, decision-making, and problem-solving skills.</li><li>
Ability to work independently, with minimal supervision, on multiple, concurrent projects of varying complexity and competing priority.</li><li>
Ability to resolve conflicts and solve problems.</li><li>
Self-motivated and goal driven.</li></ul><div></div><div>
TOTAL REWARDS</div><div>
This role is also eligible for a competitive bene&#64257;ts package that includes medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance; 401(k) retirement plan; &#64258;exible spending and HSA accounts; paid holidays; paid time off; paid volunteer days; employee assistance program; tuition assistance; parental leave; military leave assistance; QTS scholarship for dependents; wellness program, and other company bene&#64257;ts. This role is bonus eligible and may be eligible for equity.</div><div></div><div>
We conform to all the laws, statutes, and regulations concerning equal employment opportunities and affirmative action. We strongly encourage women, minorities, individuals with disabilities and veterans to apply to all of our job openings. We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin, age, disability status, Genetic Information &amp; Testing, Family &amp; Medical Leave, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We prohibit retaliation against individuals who bring forth any complaint, orally or in writing, to the employer or the government, or against any individuals who assist or participate in the investigation of any complaint or discrimination claim.</div><div></div><div>
The &quot;Know Your Rights&quot; Poster is included here:</div><div><div>
Know Your Rights (English)</div></div><div><div>
Know Your Rights (Spanish)</div></div><div></div><div><br>
QTS is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. If you need a reasonable accommodation because of a disability for any part of the employment process, please send an e-mail to <div>talentacquisition@qtsdatacenters.com</div> and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information.</div></div>

Strategic Operations Procurement Manager - Facilities Operations

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