We are looking for a skilled Category Manager to lead procurement efforts for our retail organization in Charlotte, North Carolina. This role involves managing buying processes, negotiating contracts, and ensuring the efficiency of corporate procurement functions. The ideal candidate will bring expertise in vendor management and strategic sourcing to optimize purchasing activities.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Oversee procurement activities to ensure alignment with corporate objectives and budgets.<br>• Develop and implement strategies for effective purchasing and vendor management.<br>• Negotiate contracts with suppliers to secure favorable terms and conditions.<br>• Monitor and manage purchase orders to ensure timely delivery and compliance.<br>• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to streamline procurement processes and achieve cost savings.<br>• Conduct market research to identify new suppliers and evaluate market trends.<br>• Maintain strong relationships with vendors, ensuring high standards of service and product quality.<br>• Analyze procurement data to identify opportunities for improvement and optimize spending.<br>• Ensure compliance with company policies and industry regulations in all procurement activities.<br>• Provide guidance and support to team members to enhance overall procurement performance.
We are looking for an experienced Corporate Tax Manager to oversee and manage all aspects of income tax compliance and audits for our organization in Charlotte, North Carolina. This role involves ensuring accurate and timely preparation of federal and state tax filings, coordinating with various divisions for data collection, and supporting tax-related financial reporting. The ideal candidate will possess strong technical expertise, exceptional organizational skills, and a strategic mindset to optimize tax processes and identify planning opportunities.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Lead the preparation and submission of federal and applicable state income tax returns, ensuring compliance with all regulations.<br>• Manage tax filings for international subsidiaries, including those in Canada and Hong Kong.<br>• Assess the company’s state tax nexus to determine income tax status and filing requirements.<br>• Oversee federal, state, and employment tax audits, including responding to document requests and negotiating favorable resolutions.<br>• Supervise outsourcing engagements for sales, use, and property taxes while monitoring entity ownership changes for proper disclosure.<br>• Periodically evaluate the company’s organizational structure to recommend liquidation, merger, or dissolution of inactive entities.<br>• Conduct domestic federal and state tax research to identify planning opportunities and mitigate potential exposures.<br>• Collaborate with the Director of Tax Accounting on quarterly and annual tax provisions, including forecasting cash flows for inclusion in global reporting.<br>• Work closely with the International Tax Manager to address U.S. impacts of global transactions during quarterly tax provision processes.<br>• Support the VP of Tax with special projects as needed, contributing to strategic initiatives and improvements.