We are looking for a detail-oriented Buyer to support procurement and inventory activities for a Contract position based in Kentwood, Michigan. This role is responsible for coordinating purchasing transactions, maintaining strong supplier relationships, and helping ensure materials are available when needed. The ideal candidate brings strong communication skills, sound judgment in cost management, and the ability to keep purchasing records accurate and up to date.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Manage the creation and follow-up of purchase orders, ensuring confirmations are received and tracked accurately.<br>• Work closely with suppliers to maintain productive relationships, request pricing, and address order-related issues in a timely manner.<br>• Review pricing details and communicate significant cost differences to the appropriate teams for awareness and resolution.<br>• Support inventory oversight by helping maintain accurate purchasing data and contributing to effective stock control practices.<br>• Update sourcing records, vendor information, and related procurement documentation as needed.<br>• Partner with the Receiving team to investigate shipment discrepancies and provide purchasing details that support issue resolution.<br>• Assist field installation leads with purchase order needs to help keep projects moving on schedule.<br>• Contribute to cost-reduction efforts by monitoring purchasing activity and identifying savings opportunities.<br>• Coordinate vendor onboarding activities and ensure required supplier information is properly recorded.
We are looking for an experienced Corporate Controller to lead accounting operations and deliver timely, accurate financial reporting for our manufacturing organization in Grand Rapids, Michigan. This position works closely with finance and operational leadership to strengthen fiscal performance, support planning activities, and maintain compliance with internal standards and external requirements. The ideal candidate brings strong technical accounting knowledge, sound judgment, and a proactive approach to improving processes while guiding a high-performing team.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Direct the monthly close cycle and assemble financial reports for leadership, ensuring results are accurate, complete, and delivered on schedule.<br>• Monitor working capital performance and partner with operational stakeholders to balance cash management goals with business needs.<br>• Coordinate the year-end audit process, prepare supporting schedules, and serve as the primary contact for external auditors.<br>• Lead development of the annual budget by consolidating departmental input and preparing materials for executive review within established timelines.<br>• Oversee core accounting activities, including payroll processing, retirement plan transactions, tax filings, general ledger maintenance, accounts payable, accounts receivable, banking activity, and corporate card administration.<br>• Supervise and develop accounting and administrative team members by setting expectations, providing guidance, and promoting accountability.<br>• Strengthen internal controls and introduce more efficient procedures that improve reliability, consistency, and overall finance operations.<br>• Prepare covenant calculations and related reporting to help ensure compliance with lending agreements.<br>• Produce requested financial analyses, variance reviews, and other ad hoc reporting to support business decisions and special initiatives.