<p>Our team is seeking an experienced Buyer with a strong background in procurement and manufacturing. In this key role, you will drive effective supplier management, support cost-saving initiatives, and help ensure the continuity and efficiency of purchasing processes. This is an excellent opportunity to contribute directly to supply chain success and build lasting relationships, with the potential for a permanent position.</p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li><strong>Supplier Communication:</strong> Engage proactively with suppliers to negotiate pricing, discuss lead times, monitor order statuses, and resolve performance concerns.</li><li><strong>Cost Optimization:</strong> Identify and pursue cost-saving opportunities via improved pricing strategies, alternative sourcing, and value-added solutions.</li><li><strong>Supplier Performance Management:</strong> Monitor vendor performance and assist in the resolution of operational issues as they arise.</li><li><strong>Invoice Reconciliation:</strong> Partner with Accounts Payable to research and resolve discrepancies such as variances in price, quantity, and missing receipts.</li><li><strong>Document Management:</strong> Coordinate with suppliers to secure revised invoices, updated pricing, or credit memos as needed.</li><li><strong>Aging Invoice Resolution:</strong> Take ownership of clearing outstanding invoices by proactively resolving blocked or on-hold payments.</li><li><strong>Procurement Processing:</strong> Execute purchasing activities, including issuing purchase orders and maintaining accurate transaction records.</li><li><strong>Operational Support:</strong> Ensure timely and cost-effective sourcing of materials to support ongoing manufacturing operations.</li><li><strong>Data Analysis:</strong> Utilize Microsoft Excel for account analysis and tracking of contract pricing.</li><li><strong>Vendor Relationships:</strong> Participate in vendor evaluations and support sourcing strategies to strengthen supplier partnerships.</li></ul><p><br></p>
<p><br></p><p>Position Overview</p><p>Our client in Akron, Ohio is seeking a highly organized, proactive Executive Assistant to provide dedicated support to the company President. This role requires strong attention to detail, excellent communication skills, and the ability to anticipate needs while managing multiple priorities. The position involves significant travel coordination, event planning, and cross-functional collaboration with leadership, marketing, finance, and community partners. This is a direct hire position that is in office but can switch to hybrid after 90 days.</p><p><br></p><p>Key Responsibilities</p><p><strong>Executive Support</strong></p><ul><li>Provide high-level administrative support to the President, anticipating needs and ensuring seamless daily operations</li><li>Manage a complex calendar including meetings, events, travel, and recurring commitments</li><li>Prepare weekly planners and provide ongoing updates regarding schedule changes and priorities</li></ul><p><strong>Travel & Event Coordination</strong></p><ul><li>Coordinate frequent domestic travel (with occasional international travel), including itineraries, registrations, lodging, transportation, and conference logistics</li><li>Manage travel expenses and collaborate with Finance on expense reports and billing</li><li>Assist with planning annual conferences, often beginning preparations immediately after prior events conclude</li><li>Help organize team events, staff meetings, and company functions</li><li>Arrange catering, lunches, and logistics for meetings and internal gatherings</li></ul><p><strong>Community & Marketing Support</strong></p><ul><li>Assist with coordination of community events and sponsorships, including purchasing tables and managing related logistics</li><li>Collaborate with marketing teams on conferences, materials, and event preparation</li><li>Help prepare presentation materials for staff meetings and organizational communications</li><li>Maintain communication with various external organizations and partners</li></ul><p>Qualifications</p><ul><li>Prior Executive Assistant or senior administrative support experience preferred</li><li>Strong organizational, multitasking, and time management skills</li><li>Excellent written and verbal communication abilities</li><li>Ability to work independently, take initiative, and anticipate executive needs</li><li>Proficiency with common office software and scheduling tools</li><li>Comfortable managing travel logistics, expenses, and event coordination</li></ul><p>They do offer a full benefits package; medical, dental, vision, PTO, paid holidays, 401K, life insurance, long/short term disability, profit sharing, and MORE! Apply TODAY if you are interested! </p>
<p>Our company is seeking an organized and detail-oriented Operations Coordinator for a contract-to-permanent opportunity. The ideal candidate will be responsible for overseeing key operational functions and ensuring the efficient and effective execution of daily business processes.</p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li><strong>Production Scheduling:</strong> Develop and maintain production schedules to ensure timely order fulfillment and optimize production efficiency.</li><li><strong>Purchasing:</strong> Manage the procurement of materials, supplies, and services required for operations. Cultivate and maintain positive vendor relationships and negotiate pricing to support cost-effective purchasing.</li><li><strong>Inventory Management:</strong> Monitor and track inventory levels, perform cycle counts, reconcile discrepancies, and implement inventory control best practices to minimize shrinkage and optimize stock levels.</li><li><strong>Customer Service Operations:</strong> Oversee a team or provide direct support in addressing client inquiries, processing orders, and resolving customer issues, with a strong focus on maintaining high standards of customer satisfaction.</li><li><strong>Freight and Logistics Coordination:</strong> Coordinate inbound and outbound shipments, liaise with freight carriers, arrange transportation, and resolve shipping and logistics challenges to ensure timely and accurate delivery.</li></ul><p><br></p>