Contracts Specialist

Superior Motion Controls, Inc., headquartered in Farmingdale, is a precision manufacturer of metal components and electromechanical actuators for defense and aerospace applications. POSITION PURPOSE:  Manages all purchasing and inventory activities. Establishes strategic purchasing and inventory control processes and procedures.  Maintains relationships with vendors or suppliers and negotiates lead times and delivery dates when necessary to help meet our customer’s needs.Responsible for keeping company material and inventory costs down, by negotiating with vendors, reducing slow moving inventory, and managing raw material pricing in the company computer system. Provide support and assistance to other employees assigned purchasing, estimating or scheduling activities. The purchasing department will provide estimating with raw material options, costs, and lead-time information in a fast-paced environment.    QUANTITATIVE DATA:  Corporate office environment that will require the ability to sit/stand for a prolonged period, including as a driver or passenger in an automobile/plane.  Must be willing to travel to vendors and other company locations up to an estimated 10% of the time based on demand of the business.   Must be able to occasionally move about inside the office to access file cabinets, office machinery, etc., Constantly operate a computer and other office productivity equipment, such as a calculator, copy machine and computer printer.  This position requires frequent communication with customers, vendors, and other employees; must be able to exchange accurate information in these situations.       ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: 1.      Creates and runs reports (shelf life, obsolete, slow moving, price increase, inventory levels) for management review when necessary. 2.      Develops an in-depth understanding of all systems and software related to purchasing, sourcing, and inventory. Research, develop, and implement new and innovative methods to increase the productivity of the team. 3.      Negotiate with vendors on price, lead-time, terms, price increases, and rebates. Work with the estimation department and sales teams to compile best price schedules for top customers. Develop and administer pricing spreadsheets. Manage the data storage of current raw material cost and vendor quotes.  4.      Manage price increases with vendors. Report price increase impacts to management. Create notifications to customers for price increases, while supplying documentation of vendor increases. Communicating with the estimation department and/or sales team on accounts as necessary. Keep an annual impact spreadsheet of price increases and decreases. 5.      Create and maintain vendor/supplier scorecards by compiling data and conducting surveys. Conduct once a year vendor evaluation with top vendors; meeting with major vendors to review their performance.  6.      Maintain the clean-up of items in the computer system. Supervise inventory of all products and ensure reconciliation of ERP system to actual product counts.  Review obsolete inventory and slow-moving inventory. 7.      Work in conjunction with sales, estimation, account managers, accounts payable, production & shipping to ensure that the customer’s business is handled accurately. Work with the Plant Manager to qualify/process projects. 8.      Assist when needed in determining the type of materials, supplies, machinery, or tools to be bought for the company, based on the customer requests and inquiries. 9.      Perform duties safely and maintain a high level of safety awareness. Provide for the safety of the workers and the property. 10. Supervise all regulating documentation for each raw material. Make sure the data is stored efficiently and up to date. OTHER RESPONSIBILITIES: 1.      Develop long-term purchasing strategies & implement the plans developed.  Manage and maintain excellent working relationships with material vendors. Communicate purchasing & inventory ideas and accomplishments to the management team. 2.      Alert management to conditions that create delays or affect quality of production work in a timely manner, assisting in adjustments and changes needed to meet established deadlines. 3.      Ensures compliance with operation standards and all department policies, company directives and assists with other projects and tasks as required by management. Requirements KEY QUALIFICATIONS:  Skills:  Good organizational and problem-solving skills a must.  Should have a working competency with all office equipment.  Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite.  Excellent verbal & written communication and customer service skills required.  Excellent time management skills with the ability to meet deadlines.  Education:  High school diploma or equivalent required; bachelor’s degree preferred.  Course work related to general business, estimation, purchasing, inventory, or industry specific topics desired. Ability:  A thorough understanding of the functions and issues of managing a purchasing department.  Ability to prioritize tasks and delegate them when appropriate. Experienced in negotiation techniques. Analytical acumen. Must also understand how to optimize the relationships of the vendors.  Work cooperatively with a variety of individuals.  Employ resourcefulness when problem solving to meet customer needs. Experience:  5+ years of purchasing/inventory experience required. 1-3 years supervisory experience preferred.  ERP experience preferred. Quantitative Data:  Office/Warehouse Environment Hours:  7:00am – 5:00pm, M-F FLSA Class:  Exempt Reports To:  Plant Manager

Position Title: Contracts Specialist Company: ACT1 Federal  Location: El Segundo, CA  About ACT1: ACT1 Federal advances our Nation’s and Allies’ critical missions by taking ACTION!  We provide mission operations support, technical services, and innovative solutions by leveraging our talented workforce.  By doing so, we are making the world a better, safer, and more productive and inclusive place.   **THIS POSITION IS CONTINGENT UPON CONTRACT**  Requirements Skills/Experience Required:   Expert in Federal, DoD, Air Force, and SSC contracting processes and procedures.   Bachelor’s Degree in related field and 14 years demonstrated experience required.   Demonstrates ability to assist Government with all aspects of any contract action required by program office, including but not limited to solicitations, change proposals, funding modifications and award, or incentive fee management.   Prior PCO or buyer experience preferred.   Past or present experience with SSC or mission partner space control or space situational awareness mission area program is highly desired.    Must be a U.S. Citizen with an active TS/SCI Clearance.   Benefits Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance  ACT1 Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)  Company Paid Life and AD&D Insurance  Company Paid Short-Term Disability   Voluntary Long-Term Disability  Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)  Health Savings Account (HSA)  401K with employer match  Paid Time Off   Paid Holidays  Parental Leave  Military Leave  Education, Training & Professional Development  Voluntary Accidental Injury/Critical Illness/Hospital Care  Voluntary Pet Insurance, Legal Resources, and Identity Protection      https://act1federal.com/careers/    Salaries are commensurate with experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.  California Pay Transparency Range:  $149k - $170k  All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability, status as a protected veteran or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, local, or international law

ABOUT KATE FARMS Kate Farms is a company with heart. Our company was founded on the belief that good nutrition leads to good health, and good health opens the door to endless possibilities. That’s why our mission is to make nutrition the cornerstone of healthcare so people can live their best lives. We are a medical food company that makes complete nutrition formulas for people who have a medical need for liquid nutrition.  Kate Farms works to be the place where a diverse mix of talented individuals want to come, stay, and do their best work. Ensuring a diverse and inclusive workplace where we learn from each other is at the core of Kate Farms’ values. We are an equal-opportunity employer and fully focused on equality; we believe deeply in diversity of race, gender, sexual orientation, religion, ethnicity, national origin, and all the other fascinating characteristics that make us different. We invite you to do the best work of your life with us at Kate Farms.   POSITION OVERVIEW This position will leverage best practices and deep understanding of both manufacturing business processes and negotiating to mitigate risk and capitalize on opportunities in support of Company strategic objectives.  They will lead the sourcing process from supplier selection through delivery of materials ensuring we secure the highest quality materials at the best price. WHAT YOU WILL DO Sourcing Strategy: Create, recommend, and implement category strategies that mitigate risks in quality, supply, and price. Supplier Management: Develop and track supplier performance metrics and recommend process changes as required. Build Total Cost of Ownership and Should-cost models to help influence buying decisions. Supplier Selection: Gather market intelligence to understand industry trends and supplier’s capacity, investment, and innovation. Leverage this market knowledge to create a roadmap for current business allocation and future supplier selection. Negotiation: Conduct negotiations leveraging sourcing best practices. Understand business needs, suppliers’ business drivers, and market conditions to enable fact-based decisions on negotiation strategies. Mitigate and resolve disagreements by proactively anticipating objections and adjusting negotiating approaches as needed. Seek guidance on and escalate complex legal and/or regulatory issues as needed. ·        Oversee: Direct management of the procurement team.   Lead, Develop, and Motivate the procurement team members to support individual, department, and company goals and company values. WE ARE LOOKING FOR SOMEONE WHO    Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business Administration or equivalent.     Masters in Business Administration or equivalent and 5 years of purchasing experience, or 10 years of experience in purchasing management is a plus.   Able to work cohesively with multiple departments and teams.   Strong computer skills, including advanced capability in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint and other data manipulation tools.   Advanced analytical, problem solving, and decision-making abilities.   Able to work independently with a high level of accuracy.   Consumer products experience is highly desired.   Experience with multiple ERP systems.   Dedicated to building high-performing teams while also supporting employees’ career growth in individual ways.   Supports diverse hiring and related initiatives to meet company goals.   Strong commitment to company mission and values.   Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.   Respectfully shares and accepts feedback willingly from all levels of the organization. PHYSICAL DEMANDS The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by the employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.     Effectively handle lifting of various objects weighing up to 12 pounds.   While performing the essential functions of the job, the employee will be required to bend, stoop, kneel, reach, and climb stairs. Possess the ability to sit at a computer for extended periods of time.   WORK ENVIRONMENT The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.   This position will work in a home/office environment with regular trips to suppliers, and manufacturing locations; occasional trips to the corporate office or other meeting locations.  Requires up to 25% travel.   It is Kate Farms policy that any position that requires regular interaction with healthcare professionals require that, if hired, you be vaccinated against COVID-19 unless you need a reasonable accommodation due to sincerely held religious beliefs, medical needs, or other reasons protected by applicable federal, state, and local law. Compensation for this role is in the form of base salary plus a variable component that together comprise the On-Target-Earnings (OTE). Some positions may include additional compensation in the form of equity. The typical starting salary range for new hires in this role is listed below. This range represents the lowest to highest salary range we reasonably and in good faith believe we would pay for this role at the time of this posting. We may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range, and the range may be modified in the future. Please note that base pay offered may vary depending on factors including your geographic location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. If hired, employee will be in an “at-will position” and the Company reserves the right to modify base salary (as well as any other discretionary payment or compensation program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, Company or individual department/team performance, and market factors.  All job offers are contingent upon successful completion of background verification. $105,000 - $135,000 Annual Base Salary. For full-time salaried or hourly workers, our total rewards package also include the option to enroll in a company-matched 401k plan, as well as participate in Company-sponsored medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance plans for the employee and the employee’s eligible dependents.  Employees will also receive a generous  PTO benefit with a starting accrual of 15 days per year (prorated upon hire and increased by tenure),  two weeks of paid “Refresh” leave, 80 hours of paid sick leave annually, and 11 paid holidays throughout the calendar year.  Kate Farms offers a range of other benefits offered with an emphasis on employee well-being such as paid disability leave, paid parental / pregnancy leave, Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA), tuition reimbursement, an Employee Assistance Program, and more.        

Exciting Opportunity: Junior Food Buyer Compensation: $62,500 - $75,000 plus bonuses and benefits! Join us onsite in Great Neck, NY, working five days a week. Food company is responsible for the profitable procurement and timely delivery of products for assigned lines. Works closely with the Sr. Director of Purchasing and Senior Buyers to achieve the goals of the company. Provides supply chain/inventory management for promotionally active categories and corresponding financial accountabilities. Procures products according to all policies and procedures established by the company. Key Responsibilities Include: Order products to meet forecasted demand. Obtain the best possible product costs, quality, and service at all times. Ensure that established policies and procedures are understood and adhered to. Strive to obtain inventory and turn goals, while maintaining service level and minimizing distress. * Interface with various departments and division personnel to accomplish job functions. Develop and maintain good working relationships with vendors, store operations, distribution center, and division office personnel. Review acquisition costs to ensure items purchased are at the lowest cost consistent with considerations of quality, reliability of source, and urgency of need. Assess current inventory, market conditions, availability, and promotional impact to forecast order quantities and make recommendations to the merchandising team. Conduct post-promotional reviews and analyses to determine if promotional requirements were met and develop solutions for problem areas. Review and resolve inventory issues at the store level as a result of allocations or order issues. * Review and analyze daily and weekly reports to monitor costs, quality, service level, inventory turns, and distress and make adjustments as needed. Visit stores, as needed, to monitor programs, obtain store feedback, and assess overall implementation effectiveness. Manage Accounts Payable variance processes for distribution sourced items to ensure correct prices have been invoiced. Resolve store billing questions by researching discrepancies submitted at the store level with Store Billing and entering credits where appropriate or providing resolution. Maintain all necessary department files and records. Coordinate with Warehouse Operations to maintain the proper product flow through the facility. Remote access (buying system) from home or off-site location when necessary. Qualifications: Minimum of 2 plus years of Purchasing or Vendor Management experience in industry or retail: grocery, candy, and beverage experience a plus. Marketing/Logistics experience preferred or a strong understanding of store operations and merchandising methodologies and practices. Understanding of grocery procurement, logistics, inventory management, marketing, accounting, and financial management practices Excellent organizational and analytical skills; ability to take initiative and make fact-based decisions. Ability to plan and organize effectively. Written and verbal communication skills as well as interpersonal skills to develop and maintain effective business relationships both internally and externally. Strong computer aptitude in MS Office including Word and Excel. Ability to concentrate and deal with frequent interruptions. Benefits Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision) Retirement Plan (401k, IRA) Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D) Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays) Family Leave (Maternity, Paternity) Short Term & Long Term Disability Training & Development

Exciting Opportunity: Junior Food Buyer Compensation: $62,500 - $75,000 plus bonuses and benefits! Join us onsite in Great Neck, NY, working five days a week. Food company is responsible for the profitable procurement and timely delivery of products for assigned lines. Works closely with the Sr. Director of Purchasing and Senior Buyers to achieve the goals of the company. Provides supply chain/inventory management for promotionally active categories and corresponding financial accountabilities. Procures products according to all policies and procedures established by the company. Key Responsibilities Include: Order products to meet forecasted demand. Obtain the best possible product costs, quality, and service at all times. Ensure that established policies and procedures are understood and adhered to. Strive to obtain inventory and turn goals, while maintaining service level and minimizing distress. * Interface with various departments and division personnel to accomplish job functions. Develop and maintain good working relationships with vendors, store operations, distribution center, and division office personnel. Review acquisition costs to ensure items purchased are at the lowest cost consistent with considerations of quality, reliability of source, and urgency of need. Assess current inventory, market conditions, availability, and promotional impact to forecast order quantities and make recommendations to the merchandising team. Conduct post-promotional reviews and analyses to determine if promotional requirements were met and develop solutions for problem areas. Review and resolve inventory issues at the store level as a result of allocations or order issues. * Review and analyze daily and weekly reports to monitor costs, quality, service level, inventory turns, and distress and make adjustments as needed. Visit stores, as needed, to monitor programs, obtain store feedback, and assess overall implementation effectiveness. Manage Accounts Payable variance processes for distribution sourced items to ensure correct prices have been invoiced. Resolve store billing questions by researching discrepancies submitted at the store level with Store Billing and entering credits where appropriate or providing resolution. Maintain all necessary department files and records. Coordinate with Warehouse Operations to maintain the proper product flow through the facility. Remote access (buying system) from home or off-site location when necessary. Qualifications: Minimum of 2 plus years of Purchasing or Vendor Management experience in industry or retail: grocery, candy, and beverage experience a plus. Marketing/Logistics experience preferred or a strong understanding of store operations and merchandising methodologies and practices. Understanding of grocery procurement, logistics, inventory management, marketing, accounting, and financial management practices Excellent organizational and analytical skills; ability to take initiative and make fact-based decisions. Ability to plan and organize effectively. Written and verbal communication skills as well as interpersonal skills to develop and maintain effective business relationships both internally and externally. Strong computer aptitude in MS Office including Word and Excel. Ability to concentrate and deal with frequent interruptions. Benefits Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision) Retirement Plan (401k, IRA) Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D) Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays) Family Leave (Maternity, Paternity) Short Term & Long Term Disability Training & Development

Our client is one of the world’s leading distributors for interconnect, electromechanical, and sensor products. They are looking for a full-time Asset Manager Assistant (AMA) based in Wilmington, MA. Responsibilities Assist and support the Asset Manager Review Supplier Purchase Orders Ensure acknowledgment dates are received and entered into the system for new purchase orders Proactively review the open Purchase Order Report (Vendor Delinquency) to contact the supplier on past due acknowledgment dates and then update the system Contact for sales looking for new, updated, or expedited delivery dates on a part number. Maintain/Update Purchase Orders Communicate with the supplier on returns and other issues