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Title: Procurement Specialist Report: VP of Supply Chain Position Type: Full Time, Exempt Travel: Occasional , LLC Are you passionate about making a difference in the fight against climate change? Then AirJoule is the place for you! We are a joint venture between GE Vernova and AirJoule Technologies (formerly Montana Technologies), and a leader in the global sustainability transition. Our revolutionary atmosphere water harvesting technology enables transformative HVAC products that help our customers save money on their energy bills while reducing their environmental impact. The same core technology also enables atmospheric water harvesting products that create clean, abundant, and decentralized water for industrial, commercial, and humanitarian purposes. If you are a highly motivated and experienced individual who wants to make a real-world impact, we encourage you to apply! Position Summary AirJoule is seeking a highly motivated and detail-focused Procurement Specialist to support our sourcing efforts and help establish and maintain the purchasing process. This role will enable the success of our operations and engineering teams. The Procurement Specialist will help us implement supply chain for critical materials, introduce product quality standards and support cost reduction efforts. This is a critical role in the company and enables the growth of our business on a global scale. Key Responsibilities To perform in this position successfully, an individual must be able to perform each key responsibility satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Other duties may be assigned to meet business needs. Attain and maintain appropriate inventory levels of raw materials and supply items Partner with engineering, production teams when there are changes to products/BOMs and inform the vendors of the same Purchase order management: Generation of PO's Effective follow-through to track on-time delivery Maintenance of material reorder process (plus identification of areas for improvement) Communicate with vendors regarding requested dates of incoming orders to meet production demand Create/maintain vendor information, including account numbers and order processes for each vendor Partner with other cross functional teams as needed Schedule freight picks ups and deliveries Lead liaising between vendors and Accounts Payable (AP) with 3-way match. Negotiate quotes and contracts (purchasing agreements). Support publishing AJ Purchasing T's & C's. Education and Experience Requirements Minimum Education: Bachelor's degree in engineering, supply chain management, business administration, or a related field. Minimum Experience: 3-5 years of experience in a buyer, purchasing, or procurement role. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Experience in shipping, receiving, and inventory control processes Proficiency with MRP and ERP. Proficiency with Microsoft office. Strong organizational, analytical, detail-oriented and problem-solving skills. Excellent written and oral communication skills. Strong interpersonal skills and desire to work as part of a team Physical Requirements Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer. Must be able to lift and carry up to 25 pounds. Other Requirements Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. AirJoule is unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time. AirJoule's Benefits In addition to good working conditions and competitive pay, it is AirJoule's policy to provide a comprehensive benefits package that provides access to plans which support the overall well-being of our employees and their dependents. These benefits include, but are not limited to, health care coverage (medical, dental, vision, pharmacy), a retirement plan that includes a 401K, Life Insurance options, Disability coverage, paid time-off, and more. How to Apply Qualified applicants should submit their resume with a cover letter outlining their qualifications to Human Resources via email at ******************* AirJoule, LLC does not discriminate on the basis of actual or perceived race, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, disability, medical condition, marital status, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, family responsibility, personal appearance, genetic information, matriculation, political affiliation, or any other status protected under law.

Our client in Mt Laurel, NJ, is seeking a Purchasing Coordinator to join their team. This is a Temporary role with the potential to become Temp to Hire for the right candidate. This role offering between $30.00 -$32.00 an hour based on experience. The schedule for this role is 8:30am to 5:00pm, Monday through Friday. Responsibilities: Responsible for managing all functions of purchasing and inventory control Establish buyer goals based on operational inventory need Negotiate for best opportunities to procure paper, supplies and services Analyze cost savings on purchasing Develop and maintain relationships with vendors and suppliers Coordinates physical inventory counts for transactional entry through MIS count module. Work closely with other departments Identify and implement cost-saving strategies Document and Communicate issues/concerns to Purchasing Manager Manage Finished Good and Substrate transactional records for Inventory team. Requirements: Minimum of 3 years' experience in purchasing or inventory control Must have SAGE experience Must have strong negotiation skills Previous experience in commercial print paper procurement is a plus Proficiency in Microsoft Office and purchasing software. Strong written and verbal communication skills

Job Title: Buyer - Corporate Services Type: Direct Hire in Wilmington, DE (3 days/week onsite) Candidates must reside in the Greater Wilmington, DE area. Required Skills & Experience: Bachelor degree and at least 7 years of experience in procurement, retail, catalog, finance and/or banking experience OR High School/GED and at least 10 years of experience in procurement, retail, catalog, and/or finance. Experience in business through procurement lifecycles and best procurement practices. Experience leading negotiations and developing/executing on procurement strategies. Experience influencing internal and external resources to develop strategies that meet department goals within budget and established timelines. Strong background in procurement and vendor negotiations. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Experience managing people, projects and/or cross functional teams. At least 5 years of experience contributing to financial decisions in the workplace. Strong business acumen Strong communication and interpersonal skills Experience managing change across multiple stakeholder groups. cross-functional team experience and support on corporate and department initiatives. Strong communication, organizational, and leadership abilities. High integrity, ethics, and attention to detail. Big Bonus Points if you Have: At least 5 years of experience in negotiating deals. Intermediate level skill in Microsoft Excel (for example: using SUM function, setting borders, setting column width, inserting charts, using text wrap, sorting, setting headers and footers and/or print scaling). Intermediate level skill in Microsoft PowerPoint (for example: applying a theme, formatting character spacing, inserting a picture, changing slide layout and theme colors, adding transitions, customizing slide numbers, changing chart style and/or formatting font). Intermediate level skill in Microsoft Word (for example: inserting headers, page breaks, page numbers and tables and/or adjusting table columns). Job Overview: Seeking an experienced Buyer to support and execute sourcing category strategies that support Corporate Services, specifically Travel, Corporate Card and Fleet, as well as some additional category support as needed. This role will drive cost efficiencies, enhance vendor relationships, and lead cross-functional teams to optimize procurement processes. Negotiates favorable terms, volume discounts and long-term contracts with suppliers and prepares and processes requisitions and purchase orders for the procurement of goods, services and supplies for customer-related business processes. Professional with significant knowledge within own discipline and knowledge of related disciplines, completing specialized and/or moderately complex tasks under moderate supervision. May advise and/or supervise employees on specific work projects and/or program needs, focused on task performance and delivery of specialized processes. Requires conceptual and practical knowledge in own job discipline and developing knowledge of related job disciplines. Has developed a detailed understanding of key business drivers through multiple years of experience. May supervise or act as a resource for colleagues with less experience. Has the ability to understand and influence. Impacts a range of customer, operational, project or service activities within own team. Begins to work independently with minimal to moderate guidance. Analyzes potential solutions to problems (with or without vague/unstructured aspects) using experience, judgment and precedents. Work requires judgment and consideration of future implications beyond the immediate problem. Oversight of Corporate Services categories such as Travel, Fleet, Corporate Credit Essential Job Responsibilities: Manage category spend analysis to identify cost reduction opportunities. Collaborate with stakeholders to assess business requirements and risks. Develop and implement sourcing and procurement strategies. Lead contract negotiations and vendor management initiatives. Drive change management and process improvements across procurement functions. Work closely with leadership to align sourcing strategies with business objectives. Ensure compliance with applicable laws, company policies, and industry best practices. Support the implementation of enterprise-wide procurement tools and automation.

Join Kelly's dynamic team as a Senior Buyer in the heart of Wilmington, DE! If you possess extensive experience in IT procurement and have a knack for negotiating favorable terms, this role offers you the perfect platform to shine. You'll be part of a company that values expertise and innovation, working to support a dedicated IT procurement team. Responsibilities: Negotiate favorable terms, volume discounts, and long-term contracts with IT suppliers. Prepare and process requisitions and purchase orders for IT goods, services, and supplies. Collaborate with IT stakeholders to support procurement needs. Develop and execute RFI and RFP strategies, document bid events, and manage supplier communication. Lead cross-functional teams in supplier selection and negotiation. Execute global procurement strategies to ensure standardization and compliance. Analyze data to manage spend and sourcing process compliance. Monitor and ensure supplier performance meets technical and contractual requirements. Engage in strategic meetings to ensure execution of procurement strategies. Manage supplier relationships and implement improvement strategies. Ensure balance in spend portfolio and drive IT spend consolidation. Lead weekly category review meetings with cross-functional teams. Qualifications & Skills: Bachelor's degree in a related field. At least 7 years of experience in Purchasing and Sourcing. Minimum 5 years of experience in IT product and service procurement. Strong knowledge of business drivers and the ability to influence and manage teams. Excellent problem-solving skills with the ability to analyze potential solutions. Ability to work independently with minimal guidance. Opportunities: Advance your career in a leadership role, with the potential to supervise and mentor less experienced colleagues. Be at the forefront of IT procurement strategies and contribute to significant projects. Gain experience in a role that impacts a range of customer, operational, and project activities.

Pay: $22 per hour Schedule: Monday - Friday 8am-5pm Responsible for performing all activities related to purchasing including but not limited to the following: Purchasing for order fulfillment with focus on surplus via consignment and ebay. Daily purchase orders, Drop shipments & Rush orders Addressing purchase order issues Following up on unconfirmed purchase orders ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Distribution Purchasing Generate purchase orders for all new products by assigning vendors and pricing to sales orders using the Dynamics purchasing system. Confirm purchase orders with price, part number and lead-time establishing consistent order follow up by contacting vendors to assure orders are being processed in a timely manner and meet required delivery dates. Handle all discrepancies such as price, part numbers, and lead-times; adjust purchase orders and/or sales orders accordingly. Assist in business system database clean up and ongoing maintenance Assist in customer expedites when needed, vendor expedites and inquiries about purchases to Radwell by phone, email or through other means in a timely, efficient, and professional manner. Work with the expediting group to help resolve purchasing delivery to exceed customer expectations where needed. Proactivity place purchase orders via websites. FILING SYSTEM Our purchase orders are saved onto our database. We have to update confirmations daily on excel spreadsheet. METRICS (Purchasing) This position needs to complete at least 25% of the daily purchase orders. Duties may be modified from time to time. Other duties, tasks and work may be assigned. QUALIFICATIONS: Ability to work at fast pace Attention to detail Problem solving abilities Basic computer skills Phone, Email etiquette KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS REQUIRED Proficiency in Word, Outlook, Internet, Phones, Fax Strong Computer proficiency and ability to learn new software quickly Strong problem resolution and analysis skills Strong organizational skills Excellent attention to detail Excellent written and verbal communications Good time management skills; be able to multi-task Able to work at fast pace Work well in a team environment. Able to maintain confidential information. EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE Associates degree or HS diploma, Bachelors' degree a plus One to Three years related customer service experience and/or training Technical or Industrial product knowledge a plus PHYSICAL DEMANDS This is an office job and entails the physical demands associated with operating a telephone and computer (viewing monitor, keyboard, mouse) and filing. BONUS/COMMISSION PLANS Eligible for the Distribution Purchasing Monthly Bonus Plan.

Negotiates favorable terms, volume discounts and long-term contracts with IT suppliers. Prepares and processes requisitions and purchase orders for the procurement of goods, services and supplies for customer-related business processes. Collaborates and supports IT stakeholders. Executes category sourcing strategies including development and execution of RFI's and RFP's, documents bid events through correspondence to suppliers Develops selection criteria and drives the selection of suppliers in collaboration with a cross-functional teams; conducts supplier negotiations and ongoing supplier management. Gains alignment from stakeholders, leads cross-functional, category-based negotiation teams, and implements appropriate supplier risk analysis Executes and sustains effective Global Procurement strategies, systems, processes and tools to enable simplification, standardization, leverage and compliance across the Company. Collects, analyzes and audits data in support of managing spend, ensuring sourcing process compliance, developing plans for procurement, managing transportation and expediting or troubleshooting delivery of quality materials and services. Provides a comprehensive, sustainable and cost-effective supplier base for the company, while minimizing supply risk. Monitors supplier performance to ensure that delivery dates and technical and contractual requirements are met. Participates in strategic meetings with suppliers and business leaders to ensure execution of defined strategies. Manages day-to-day on-going category supplier relations and seeks out growth or revision opportunities within supply base. Acts as the internal point of contact for supplier management and complaint resolution; conducts regular supplier meetings and implements improvement strategies with suppliers. Creates, nurtures, and enhances supplier relationships. Adheres to company Savings goals and reviewing financial models for commodity type items. Ensures spend portfolio for reoccurring managed spend is balanced through coordinated sourcing waves and leveraged with sourcing methodology. Drives consolidation of IT spend and seeks out synergies across Business Units Champions weekly category review meetings with cross-functional teams to manage category performance. Qualifications: Has at least 7 years of Purchasing and Sourcing experience. Has at least 5 years IT product and service purchasing and management experience. Professional with significant knowledge within own discipline and knowledge of related disciplines, completing specialized and/or moderately complex tasks under moderate supervision. May supervise employees, focused on task performance and delivery of specialized processes. Requires conceptual and practical knowledge in own job discipline and developing knowledge of related job disciplines. Has developed a detailed understanding of key business drivers through multiple years of experience. May supervise or act as a resource for colleagues with less experience. Has the ability to understand and influence. Impacts a range of customer, operational, project or service activities within own team. Begins to work independently with minimal to moderate guidance. Analyzes potential solutions to problems (with or without vague/unstructured aspects) using experience, judgment and precedents. Work requires judgment and consideration of future implications beyond the immediate problem.

About the role: SK Pharmteco is seeking an experienced leader to oversee and optimize the management of Direct and / or Indirect categories, including Supplier Relationship Management, Strategic Sourcing and Category Management, under the Procurement and Total Cost of Ownership organization. You will be key in supporting our patient-centric mission, as you will be the day-to-day interface between SK Pharmteco and our critical partners. Position Responsibilities: Model a strong individual and collective safety culture Build out / right-size the Procurement pillars Identify and Manage the key categories for SK Interface and Build strong relationships with supplier-partners Key liaison between Procurement and other cross-functional teams/stakeholders Understand and Leverage Spend to maximize financial benefit to SK Build category strategies and optimize with stakeholders for highest level of impact and risk reduction Support the Executive Supplier Review process with SK leadership Participation in QBR process with supplier-partners Support client onboarding activities Participate in Continuous Improvement activities and other optimization initiatives (VMI / EDI) Position Requirements: Strong sense of patient-centricity / accountability to the patient Proven experience in leading teams History of supporting innovation, big or small / challenging the status quo BA / BS or equivalent experience required; 5-7 years of experience, respectively ISM, APICS or other certifications preferred Excellent collaborative skills Solid negotiation skills Cell and Gene Therapy preferred, but cGxP / Pharma required SAP, JDE or other ERP system experience required

About Us SIMPLi is an award-winning, leading regenerative food brand on a mission to connect people around the world through the joy of food. Founded in 2020, SIMPLi co-founders Sarela Herrada and Matt Cohen sought to bring the best single-origin ingredients from around the world directly to you in a way that equally benefits people, producers, and the planet. SIMPLi partners directly with farmers to source the finest ingredients and make them accessible to consumers nationwide in stores, restaurants, and online. If you're passionate about food, sustainability, and making a difference, then SIMPLi is the place for you! The Role As a Supply Planner, you will be responsible for managing and optimizing the supply chain process to ensure product availability and maintain optimal inventory levels. This role requires close collaboration with sales, operations, suppliers, co-packers, and 3PL warehousing partners to streamline demand planning, procurement, and logistics. What You'll Do Develop and execute supply planning strategies to maintain ideal inventory levels Monitor and manage inventory across multiple locations, ensuring efficient stock replenishment Coordinate with procurement and operations teams to ensure timely arrival of raw materials and finished goods Work with 3PL providers and co-packers to optimize warehousing, distribution, and transportation logistics Analyze supply chain performance, identify bottlenecks, and implement process improvements Collaborate with sales and operations teams to align supply plans with business goals and customer demand Manage supplier relationships, negotiate lead times, and track key performance metrics Support product launches, inventory allocations, and production scheduling Utilize data analytics to generate reports and recommend cost-effective supply chain solutions Ensure compliance with industry regulations, food safety standards, and sustainability initiatives Who You Are Detail-oriented and highly analytical, with a passion for supply chain efficiency A strong communicator who thrives in cross-functional collaboration A problem solver who enjoys optimizing processes and driving improvements Self-motivated and adaptable to a fast-paced environment Passionate about sustainability, ethical sourcing, and operational excellence Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Operations, or a related field 3+ years of experience in supply planning, inventory management, or a related role within the food or CPG industry Proficiency in supply chain ERP systems, with NetSuite preferred Experience in forecasting, demand planning, and data-driven decision-making Strong Excel and data analysis skills Knowledge of 3PL warehousing, logistics, and co-packing operations Ability to work on-site from our Philadelphia office at least 3 days per week Fluency in Spanish is a plus Why Join Us? Hybrid work flexibility (We're in Philadelphia!) Competitive compensation & benefits including medical, 401(k), and unlimited PTO Growth opportunities in a fast-paced, high-impact company A collaborative and passionate team that values innovation and efficiency All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, or disability status.

Avo Photonics is a dynamic contract engineering services company that designs, develops, and manufactures custom opto-electronic products for a large customer base. Members of our staff can design, prototype, and produce next generation products for a diverse range of markets including environmental, medical, automotive, military, industrial, aerospace, and communications. We seek a diligent, dedicated and meticulous Procurement Manager who will help to further our success and reputation in the industry through world-class service. Specifically: Lead and oversee the purchasing team to ensure the acquisition of required items at optimal prices. Develop expertise within the procurement team specifically tailored to the Photonics industry. Diligently monitor incoming shipments, promptly addressing any delays or customs clearance issues, and effectively communicating with Avo Program Managers. Validate and ensure the availability of proper funding and approvals before initiating procurement processes. Efficiently manage the return of rejected materials and associated credits in a timely manner. Enhance job profitability through strategic supplier selection, negotiation of material costs, and analysis of shipping expenses. Maintain an Approved Vendor List, supported by quantifiable metrics and supplier self-assessments. Cultivate and manage supplier relationships, while actively seeking additional vendors for Engineering review. Conduct onsite supplier audits to ensure compliance with quality standards and contractual obligations. Drive sustainability initiatives by working with suppliers on reducing packaging waste. Stay updated on market trends, industry developments, and regulatory changes affecting procurement, and adapt strategies accordingly Review and make recommended modifications to vendor contracts Provide support in performing various purchasing functions as needed. Requirements: BS in business, accounting, or related discipline 10 years purchasing experience of Materials in a manufacturing environment (opto-electronics preferred) 5 years management experience of small teams Expertise in working with an ERP system (SAP preferred) Understanding of ISO 9001 standards preferred Outstanding verbal and written communication skills Attributes: High attention to detail, organized, able to multitask, personable, motivated, willing to take initiative Avo Photonics offers competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package. Apply today! Avo Photonics is not accepting unsolicited assistance from search firms for this employment opportunity. All resumes submitted by search firms to any employee of Avo Photonics by any method without a valid written contract in place with Avo Photonics will be deemed the sole property of Avo Photonics. No fee will be paid in the event the candidate is hired by Avo Photonics as a result of the referral or through any other means.

Supplier Management Specialist - Philadelphia, PA Base Salary Range: $80,000 - $90,000 Our client, A global leader in Chemicals is searching for a Supplier Management Specialist in Philadelphia. The successful candidate will join a dynamic procurement team at a renowned global leader in the industry. This role focuses on the strategic development of new suppliers across various procurement categories to enhance the company's competitive edge and supply chain effectiveness. This is an opportunity to join a stable organization with great room for growth! Key Responsibilities: Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify and prioritize supplier development needs. Create and execute supplier development plans, managing project implementations to meet strategic supply chain objectives. Develop internal communication strategies and lead change management programs within Procurement. Manage critical projects ensuring proper project management practices are followed within the Procurement department. Lead pre-production purchasing activities and support the transition from R&D to production. Maintain supplier scorecards and conduct performance reviews with top suppliers. Assist in enhancing performance levels of suppliers that do not meet service standards. Implement programs to boost supplier capabilities and conduct regular audits to ensure compliance with quality standards. Required Skills: 3-5+ years of Procurement or Quality experience in the chemicals industry Detail Orientation and Analytical Skills Advanced Proficiency in Microsoft Access and Excel Data Mining & Business Intelligence Experience This position offers a competitive salary, a hybrid working environment, and an exciting chance to contribute significantly to the success of a leading company in the industrial process fluids sector. If you are looking for a challenging role that offers excellent career progression opportunities, this could be the perfect fit for you!

Net2Source Inc. is an award-winning total workforce solutions company recognized by Staffing Industry Analysts for our accelerated growth of 300% in the last 3 years with over 5500+ employees globally, with over 30+ locations in the US and global operations in 32 countries. We believe in providing staffing solutions to address the current talent gap - Right Talent - Right Time - Right Place - Right Price and acting as a Career Coach to our consultants. Procurement Specialist 6+ Months with open for extension Wilminton, DE Rate-Open To Discuss • Negotiates favorable terms, volume discounts and long-term contracts with IT suppliers. • Prepares and processes requisitions and purchase orders for the procurement of goods, services and supplies for customer-related business processes. • Collaborates and supports IT stakeholders. • Executes category sourcing strategies including development and execution of RFI's and RFP's, documents bid events through correspondence to suppliers • Develops selection criteria and drives the selection of suppliers in collaboration with a cross-functional teams; conducts supplier negotiations and ongoing supplier management. • Gains alignment from stakeholders, leads cross-functional, category-based negotiation teams, and implements appropriate supplier risk analysis • Executes and sustains effective Global Procurement strategies, systems, processes and tools to enable simplification, standardization, leverage and compliance across the Company. • Collects, analyzes and audits data in support of managing spend, ensuring sourcing process compliance, developing plans for procurement, managing transportation and expediting or troubleshooting delivery of quality materials and services. Provides a comprehensive, sustainable and cost-effective supplier base for the company, while minimizing supply risk. • Monitors supplier performance to ensure that delivery dates and technical and contractual requirements are met. • Participates in strategic meetings with suppliers and business leaders to ensure execution of defined strategies. • Manages day-to-day on-going category supplier relations and seeks out growth or revision opportunities within supply base. • Acts as the internal point of contact for supplier management and complaint resolution; conducts regular supplier meetings and implements improvement strategies with suppliers. • Creates, nurtures, and enhances supplier relationships. • Adheres to company Savings goals and reviewing financial models for commodity type items. • Ensures spend portfolio for reoccurring managed spend is balanced through coordinated sourcing waves and leveraged with sourcing methodology. • Drives consolidation of IT spend and seeks out synergies across Business Units • Champions weekly category review meetings with cross-functional teams to manage category performance. Quals-- • Has at least 7 years of Purchasing and Sourcing experience. • Has at least 5 years IT product and service purchasing and management experience. • Professional with significant knowledge within own discipline and knowledge of related disciplines, completing specialized and/or moderately complex tasks under moderate supervision. May supervise employees, focused on task performance and delivery of specialized processes. • Requires conceptual and practical knowledge in own job discipline and developing knowledge of related job disciplines. • Has developed a detailed understanding of key business drivers through multiple years of experience. • May supervise or act as a resource for colleagues with less experience. • Has the ability to understand and influence. • Impacts a range of customer, operational, project or service activities within own team. • Begins to work independently with minimal to moderate guidance. • Analyzes potential solutions to problems (with or without vague/unstructured aspects) using experience, judgment and precedents. • Work requires judgment and consideration of future implications beyond the immediate problem. this will be a potential temp to hire for IT Procurement. If you are interested, please forward your resume to *********************** and call me at ************** Ext.389 or please refer any suitable candidates for this role. Thanks & Regards, Satish Abrol |Senior Technical Recruiter Net2Source Inc. Global HQ Address - 270 Davidson Ave, Suite 704, Somerset, NJ 08873 Cell: ************** Email: *********************** Web: ****************** LinkedIn: ***************************************************

Contract: Through 10/3/25 - Potential Contract-to-Hire Hybrid Schedule: 3 Days in Office, 2 Days Remote The Senior Buyer - IT Products and Services is a seasoned procurement professional responsible for leading strategic sourcing initiatives, managing supplier relationships, and optimizing procurement operations within the IT category. This role collaborates closely with cross-functional teams to align procurement strategies with organizational goals, drive cost savings, and ensure the delivery of high-quality goods and services. The Senior Buyer applies advanced purchasing and negotiation expertise to develop and implement sourcing strategies, manage contracts, and monitor supplier performance. With a deep understanding of IT procurement and a strong grasp of business drivers, this individual contributes to the success of enterprise-wide procurement initiatives while mentoring junior team members and supporting continuous improvement efforts. Qualifications: Minimum of 7 years of purchasing and sourcing experience, with at least 5 years focused on IT products and services. Strong knowledge of procurement practices within IT, with an understanding of related disciplines such as finance, legal, and project management. Proven ability to manage moderately complex tasks with minimal to moderate supervision; may lead or mentor junior staff. Demonstrated understanding of key business drivers gained through extensive hands-on experience. Capable of working independently and making sound decisions based on experience, judgment, and strategic insight. Effective at influencing stakeholders and building consensus across functions. Experience analyzing problems and developing solutions, even in ambiguous or unstructured situations. Strong critical thinking skills, with the ability to assess long-term impacts of procurement decisions. Responsibilities: Lead procurement of IT-related goods and services, including negotiation of favorable terms, volume discounts, and long-term contracts. Prepare and process purchase requisitions and orders in alignment with internal business needs and customer processes. Collaborate with IT and business stakeholders to align sourcing strategies with operational goals. Develop and execute RFIs and RFPs, manage the bid process, and maintain documentation of sourcing activities. Define supplier selection criteria and lead cross-functional teams in evaluating and selecting vendors. Negotiate supplier agreements, ensuring contract compliance and risk mitigation. Implement and support global procurement strategies, tools, and best practices to drive consistency, compliance, and cost efficiency across the company. Analyze spend data and sourcing metrics to inform strategic procurement planning and process improvements. Monitor supplier performance and ensure adherence to technical, contractual, and delivery requirements. Participate in strategic supplier meetings to review performance, resolve issues, and identify improvement opportunities. Act as a primary contact for supplier management, issue resolution, and relationship development. Support company savings initiatives by reviewing pricing structures and identifying cost-saving opportunities. Consolidate IT spend and identify synergies across business units to drive sourcing efficiency. Lead weekly category review meetings with cross-functional teams to track performance and ensure strategic alignment.

VARITE is looking for a qualified Senior Buyer - Procurement in Wilmington, DE. WHAT THE CLIENT DOES? A science and technology company known for innovations in materials science, electronics, biotechnology, and specialty products. It develops high-performance materials, sustainable solutions, and agricultural technologies. WHAT WE DO? Established in the Year 2000, VARITE is an award-winning minority business enterprise providing global consulting & staffing services to Fortune 1000 companies and government agencies. With 850+ global consultants, VARITE is committed to delivering excellence to its customers by leveraging its global experience and expertise in providing comprehensive scientific, engineering, technical, and non-technical staff augmentation and talent acquisition services. Job Title: Senior Buyer - Procurement Location: Wilmington, DE - Hybrid schedule- 3 days in the office, 2 days remote Contract Duration: 5 months - This will be a potential temp to hire for IT Procurement. Pay Range: $45 - $50/hr on W2 HERE'S WHAT YOU'LL DO: Responsibilities: • Negotiates favorable terms, volume discounts and long-term contracts with IT suppliers. • Prepares and processes requisitions and purchase orders for the procurement of goods, services and supplies for customer-related business processes. • Collaborates and supports IT stakeholders. • Executes category sourcing strategies including development and execution of RFI's and RFP's, documents bid events through correspondence to suppliers • Develops selection criteria and drives the selection of suppliers in collaboration with a cross-functional teams; conducts supplier negotiations and ongoing supplier management. • Gains alignment from stakeholders, leads cross-functional, category-based negotiation teams, and implements appropriate supplier risk analysis • Executes and sustains effective Global Procurement strategies, systems, processes and tools to enable simplification, standardization, leverage and compliance across the Company. • Collects, analyzes and audits data in support of managing spend, ensuring sourcing process compliance, developing plans for procurement, managing transportation and expediting or troubleshooting delivery of quality materials and services. Provides a comprehensive, sustainable and cost-effective supplier base for the company, while minimizing supply risk. • Monitors supplier performance to ensure that delivery dates and technical and contractual requirements are met. • Participates in strategic meetings with suppliers and business leaders to ensure execution of defined strategies. • Manages day-to-day on-going category supplier relations and seeks out growth or revision opportunities within supply base. • Acts as the internal point of contact for supplier management and complaint resolution; conducts regular supplier meetings and implements improvement strategies with suppliers. • Creates, nurtures, and enhances supplier relationships. • Adheres to company Savings goals and reviewing financial models for commodity type items. • Ensures spend portfolio for reoccurring managed spend is balanced through coordinated sourcing waves and leveraged with sourcing methodology. • Drives consolidation of IT spend and seeks out synergies across Business Units • Champions weekly category review meetings with cross-functional teams to manage category performance. Qualifications: • Has at least 7 years of Purchasing and Sourcing experience. • Has at least 5 years IT product and service purchasing and management experience. • Professional with significant knowledge within own discipline and knowledge of related disciplines, completing specialized and/or moderately complex tasks under moderate supervision. May supervise employees, focused on task performance and delivery of specialized processes. • Requires conceptual and practical knowledge in own job discipline and developing knowledge of related job disciplines. • Has developed a detailed understanding of key business drivers through multiple years of experience. • May supervise or act as a resource for colleagues with less experience. • Has the ability to understand and influence. • Impacts a range of customer, operational, project or service activities within own team. • Begins to work independently with minimal to moderate guidance. • Analyzes potential solutions to problems (with or without vague/unstructured aspects) using experience, judgment and precedents. • Work requires judgment and consideration of future implications beyond the immediate problem. If this opportunity interests you, please respond by clicking on EasyApply. Know someone who would be perfect for this role? Refer them to us and if they are hired, you could be eligible for our employee referral bonus! Help us grow our team with top talent from your network. VARITE is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.

The Senior IT Buyer will be responsible for acting as Buyer of Record (BOR) to manage and execute new agreements with suppliers and negotiate terms and conditions as needed. The buyer is expected to collaborate with Category Managers and translate category strategies to projects which deliver value to internal stakeholders. Senior IT Buyer Responsibilities: Act as Buyer of Record on procurement managed agreements with key suppliers and negotiating terms & conditions Execute and own new projects, assemble bid packages, and in many cases directly engage the supply-base for pricing and deal initiation Monitors and ensure suppliers are meeting/exceeding all required service level agreements and key performance indicators. Collaborate with teams to understand business and regional needs and execute multi-year unique commodity procurement strategies, identify and select suppliers, negotiate pricing and terms and conditions for global research spend. Drive negotiations with suppliers. Manage supplier relationships (SRM) with key strategic suppliers. Engage in dispute resolution and conduct regular and disciplined client engagement for continuous improvement processes. Deliver documented savings from bid processes, negotiations, and innovative savings opportunities. Senior IT Buyer Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in sciences, IT, Supply Chain, Business, or related field preferred. 2-5 years of professional experience. Certified Six Sigma Green Belt is preferred. A high-level of confidence interacting and negotiating with suppliers. Ability to evaluate raw spend data, interpersonal skills to extract the project story from site users and bring it to market in a way that excites the approached suppliers. Excellent interpersonal skills with suppliers and internal stakeholders to accelerate project execution.

Sourcing Specialist - (100% Commission Based) We are seeking an experienced Candidate Sourcer with strong head-hunting skills to join our fast-paced team. Please note that this role is 100% commission-based, and we only work with Sourcers who are comfortable with this structure. If you excel in speed, efficiency, proactive communication, along with good judgment, we have an exciting sourcing opportunity. SOURCER MUST HAVE THEIR OWN PERSONAL SOURCING TOOLS, ACCESS TO JOB BOARDS, Linked In, Indeed, ETC... Key Responsibilities: Sourcing Candidates: Must have their own sourcing tools. Utilize all platforms (Job Boards, LinkedIn, Social Networking Groups, Etc.) to identify and engage with qualified candidates for our open positions. Initial Outreach: Reach out to potential candidates to introduce them to the roles and gauge their interest. Engagement: Build relationships with candidates, ensuring they are fully informed and excited about the opportunities. Resume Collection: Collect and review resumes to ensure candidates meet job requirements. Candidate Qualification: Screen candidates based on job descriptions and qualifications to match them with the role opportunities available. Communicative Support: Collaborate with the internal recruitment team to provide feedback on candidates and improve sourcing strategies. Fast Turnaround: Work efficiently to meet project deadlines. Requirements: Proven experience in candidate sourcing, talent acquisition, or recruiting (experience sourcing for niche roles is a plus). Strong ability to quickly identify and qualify top-quality candidates. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Ability to work proactively and independently with minimal supervision. Experience with LinkedIn, job boards, and other sourcing tools. Attention to detail and strong organizational skills. Comfortable in a fast-paced, high-demand environment. Why Work with Trotter: 100% Commission-based pay with opportunities for ongoing work based on performance. Collaborative environment with open communication and feedback. If you're passionate about sourcing candidates and comfortable with commission-based compensation, we look forward to hearing from you. $1,000.00 Per Placement

Mavuno Harvest is a fast-growing company dedicated to bringing organic, farmer-direct dried fruit to the world. We are looking for a highly motivated and organized Operations & Supply Chain Coordinator to join our team. This role is perfect for someone who thrives in a dynamic environment, is eager to learn, and wants to grow into a supply chain role. Key Responsibilities: Administrative Support: Order office and operational supplies to keep things running smoothly Process and coordinate sample shipments for customers and partners Assist with customer service inquiries, ensuring timely and professional responses Warehouse & Logistics Coordination: Work closely with the warehouse team to coordinate packing and production prep Help organize stock and maintain an efficient warehouse workflow Support inventory management and ensure materials are available for production Supply Chain & Production Support: Assist with production planning to ensure efficient scheduling and execution Help manage purchasing of raw materials and packaging supplies Coordinate shipping and logistics, ensuring on-time delivery of orders Who You Are: Highly organized & detail-oriented - You see patterns and understand how processes fit together Hands-on & proactive - You don't wait to be told what to do; you figure it out and make it happen Left-brained thinker - You like systems, processes, and structured problem-solving Flexible & adaptable - You're excited to wear multiple hats and support different departments as needed Growth-driven - You want to learn and grow into a larger supply chain role What We Offer: A competitive salary of $60,000 per year. Comprehensive benefits, including 401K (with employer match) and health insurance. An opportunity to grow within a mission-driven, supportive team environment. The chance to make a meaningful impact on small-scale farming communities worldwide. Work Environment: Monday through Friday, 6:30 am - 3:00 pm, on site 50% office setting, 50% warehouse setting Must be able to lift 50 LB How to Apply: If you're ready to contribute to Mavuno Harvest's mission and grow your career in operations, we'd love to hear from you. Please send your resume and a brief cover letter to **************************** Join us and be part of a team that makes a difference!

This individual contributor is responsible for providing E2E logistics support for specific clinical compound finished kit shipments, as well as the management of logistics facing quality non-conformances. Logistics activities during clinical trial start-up (E2E) and transportation (finished kits): Advise on country importation requirements and coordinate country importation readiness finished kits shipments. Develop kits distribution and depot strategy with input from Trial Supply Manager, Clinical Supply Integrator, and Logistics Strategy. Provide shipping instructions to depot partners for finished kits shipments. Advise on adequate shipping solutions and perform shipment track-and-trace activities. Through cross-functional internal collaboration, manage and maintain the distribution budget for assigned clinical trials. Review, challenge, (when applicable) and approve invoices related to transportation activities. General activities in support of the global clinical distribution network: Manage multiple priorities and work independently, taking problem-solving initiative. Excel in a dynamic environment while identifying and implementing process improvements. Support other cross-functional improvement projects. Develop close working relationships with internal and external stakeholders, as well as cross-functional business partners. Logistics Non-Conformance Specialist (issue management): Perform logistical issue resolution activities pertaining to quality events/investigations for study compounds specific to finished kits. Communicate with internal stakeholders to compile investigational findings. Liaise with external suppliers to drive investigational efforts and CAPA implementation. Point-of-contact for CSC team regarding Logistical inquiries relating to non-conformances. Champion of compliance, with strong GxP insight Focus and scope Responsible logistics set-up, issue management and specific transactional activities for clinical compounds within client R&D (large and small molecules and for all phases of clinical trials). Logistics SME and point-person for non-conformances. Travel: ~20% Knowledge: Experience and understanding of the logistical aspects of clinical trial management, specifically supply chain logistics. Detail oriented, with the ability to adapt and incorporate new ways-of-working. Quality control, issue escalation, and CAPA support. Commitment to maintaining high standards of quality and compliance. Excellent communication and collaboration skills. Ability to work in a global, dynamic, and high-pressure environment. Cold chain and temperature management experience. Familiarity and understanding of GxP principles. Data collection and analytical skills with a commitment to data integrity. Commitment to continuous improvement initiatives with the ability to learn, grow, and adapt to unexpected changes. Experience managing a budget and forecast Education/Experience: A university/bachelor's degree (or equivalent experience) is required. Minimum of 2 years of logistics related experience, preferably in pharmaceutical distribution. A quality control or investigatory background preferred. Experience with supply chain, cold chain and temperature management preferred

At DuPont, our purpose is to empower the world with essential innovations to thrive. We work on things that matter. Whether it's providing clean water to more than a billion people on the planet, producing materials that are essential in everyday technology devices from smartphones to electric vehicles, or protecting workers around the world. Discover the many reasons the world's most talented people are choosing to work at DuPont. Why Join Us | DuPont Careers Join Our Team and Make an Impact! Are you ready to take your procurement career to the next level? We are seeking an innovative and strategic Buyer to join our dynamic team! In this pivotal role, you will not just be filling orders; you will be shaping the future of our procurement processes and driving significant value for our organization. Position Objective: As our Strategic Buyer, you will be at the forefront of our sourcing strategies, negotiating deals that matter and ensuring our business runs smoothly. Your insights and strategies will directly impact our operations, and you will play a critical role in fostering relationships with our suppliers. Key Responsibilities: Craft Innovative Strategies: Develop and implement cutting-edge procurement strategies that reduce reliance on single-source suppliers and set us apart in the industry. Drive Continuous Improvement: Identify opportunities for enhancements within our procurement processes, bringing fresh ideas and best practices to the fore. Oversee Supplier Performance: Take charge of contract implementation and steer supplier interactions to ensure excellence and high performance. Collaborate with Teams: Work hand-in-hand with various business units to fine-tune our scope of work and/or specifications, ensuring we meet and exceed company goals. Market Insight Guru: Leverage your understanding of market dynamics, labor trends, and rates to make data-driven decisions that support our needs. Utilize Advanced Tools: Manage RFIs, RFPs, RFQs, and sealed bids to ensure our procurement process is efficient and effective. Resolve Challenges: Address operational, quality, service, supply, and invoicing issues swiftly, ensuring that our suppliers meet our high standards. Measure Success: Use your analytical skills to calculate and report accomplishments, showcasing your impact on the business. Negotiate Like a Pro: Evaluate and select suppliers based on superior quality, service, cost, and capability, ensuring we achieve competitive pricing and significant savings. Build Strong Partnerships: Engage with suppliers to resolve issues proactively and maintain fruitful relationships. Qualifications: Bachelor's Degree (BA/BS) in Engineering, Chemistry, Sciences, Supply Chain, Business, or a related field. Project Management experience. Strong preference for candidates with relevant commodity knowledge. Six sigma experience is a plus CPSM certification is a plus What You Bring: A passion for procurement and supplier management. A knack for analyzing market trends and identifying opportunities. Exceptional negotiation and communication skills that inspire confidence. A commitment to high ethical standards in all business dealings. An ability to thrive in a collaborative, fast-paced team environment. Why Join Us? We pride ourselves on fostering an environment where creativity and innovation thrive. In your role as Senior Buyer & Category Manager, you will not only contribute to our procurement strategies; you will lead initiatives that shape our company's future. If you're ready to embrace challenges and take the procurement world by storm, we want you on our team! Apply Now to Ignite Your Career! Join our Talent Community to stay connected with us! On May 22, 2024, we announced a plan to separate our Electronics and Water businesses in a tax-free manner to its shareholders. On January 15, 2025, we announced that we are targeting November 1, 2025, for the completion of the intended separation of the Electronics business (the “Intended Electronics Separation”)*. We also announced that we would retain the Water business. We are committed to ensuring a smooth and successful separation process for the Future Electronics business. We look forward to welcoming new talent interested in contributing to the continued success and growth of our evolving organization. (1) The separation transactions are subject to satisfaction of customary conditions, including final approval by DuPont's Board of Directors, receipt of tax opinion from counsel, the filing and effectiveness of Form 10 registration statements with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission, applicable regulatory approvals, and satisfactory completion of financing. For further discussion of risks, uncertainties and assumptions that could impact the achievement, expected timing and intended benefits of the separation transactions, see DuPont's announcement. DuPont is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability or any other protected class. If you need a reasonable accommodation to search or apply for a position, please visit our Accessibility Page for Contact Information. DuPont offers a comprehensive pay and benefits package. To learn more visit the Compensation and Benefits page.

Title: Junior Buyer (Procurement) Reports to : Senior Buyer Full-time Frontage Laboratories Inc. is an award winning, full-service, CRO/Contract Research Organization operating over 25 state-of-the-art laboratories across the US, Canada and China. Our core competencies include drug metabolism, pharmacokinetics/ pharmacodynamics (PK/PD), safety and toxicology, bioanalytical services, chemistry and manufacturing controls for drug development, and core laboratory services for clinical trials. Position/Job Summary: The Junior Buyer role will support the CMC/Exton Procurement team. This position is at our 700 Pennsylvania Drive location, with flexibility needed for other Exton locations. Will maintain stock and inventory in the areas assigned. In charge of ordering and maintaining stock of coffee / janitorial / office supplies. Distribute supplies as needed. Place orders and expedite as requested, supported by Senior Buyers. Support Procurement team as assigned by leadership in department. Enquire about delivery dates from vendors as requested. This position involves developing and maintaining long-term valued business relationships with existing and the new vendors. Request supporting documentation for CMC group supporting the GMP manufacturing business. Roles & Responsibilities: Place orders generated by Procurement system. Expedite order as needed and request documentation to support GMP business. Performs other duties or special projects as required or as assigned by a manager. Assist the accounting group in ensuring procure to pay process is complete. Maintain vendor contact list. Find alternatives and substitutions for late and unavailable orders and request samples if necessary for approval by the requestor. Qualify, pursue, and close new opportunities. Process credit card orders as required by the Procurement team. Review open orders and inquire about delivery dates from vendors Support warehouse / receiving group as needed. Support Procurement team gathering specifications for Consumables and Equipment Other duties as assigned Education, Experience & Skills: High School Diploma Office Administration Purchasing/ Stocking experience Microsoft Excel and Outlook experience Proficient written communication skills Multitask and organization skills, must be detail oriented Salary and Benefits : Frontage Laboratories offers a competitive compensation and benefits package including health and dental insurance, a 401(k) plan, disability insurance, and life insurance. Frontage Laboratories Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, status as a protected veteran, among other things, or status as a qualified individual with disability.