We are looking for a Procurement Specialist to support purchasing operations for an education-focused organization in Boston, Massachusetts. This is a Contract position for a detail-oriented individual who can manage sourcing activities, maintain efficient buying workflows, and help ensure materials and services are obtained accurately and on schedule. The ideal candidate brings strong knowledge of corporate procurement practices, purchase order administration, and vendor-facing coordination in a fast-paced environment.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Oversee day-to-day purchasing activities by processing requests, preparing documentation, and ensuring orders move through the approval cycle efficiently.<br>• Coordinate with internal stakeholders to understand procurement needs, identify suitable sourcing options, and support timely acquisition of goods and services.<br>• Create, review, and manage purchase orders with close attention to accuracy, pricing, terms, and required supporting information.<br>• Participate in supplier discussions and assist with contract negotiations to help secure favorable commercial terms and service outcomes.<br>• Monitor buying processes to confirm compliance with organizational policies, procurement standards, and established controls.<br>• Maintain procurement records and system data, including updates within Jaeger and other purchasing tools, to support reporting and audit readiness.<br>• Resolve order-related issues such as discrepancies, delivery concerns, or invoicing questions by working closely with vendors and internal teams.
<p>Manufacturing Quality Manager</p><p>Onsite role in Rhode Island</p><p><br></p><p>A growing global manufacturer is seeking an experienced Quality Manager to lead quality operations at its Rhode Island facility while partnering closely with quality teams across North America, Europe, and Asia. This role offers a unique opportunity for a hands-on quality leader who wants to make an immediate impact while building toward increased strategic and organizational responsibility. The successful candidate will oversee the local quality team, drive customer satisfaction and operational excellence initiatives, and collaborate extensively with international quality and manufacturing leaders.</p><p><br></p><p>Reporting directly to senior plant leadership with regular interaction at the executive level, this position is well-suited for a leader who can influence across functions, lead teams, and drive continuous improvement in a global manufacturing environment.</p><p><br></p><p>Quality Leadership</p><ul><li>Lead all quality-related activities for the Rhode Island manufacturing operation.</li><li>Manage and develop a team of quality professionals while fostering a culture of accountability, continuous improvement, and operational excellence.</li><li>Serve as the primary quality representative for customers, internal stakeholders, and external auditors.</li><li>Partner closely with manufacturing, engineering, supply chain, and leadership teams to ensure quality objectives are achieved.</li></ul><p>Quality Management Systems</p><ul><li>Maintain and improve the organization's Quality Management System (QMS).</li><li>Ensure compliance with applicable quality standards, customer requirements, and internal procedures.</li><li>Lead internal and external audits, corrective action programs, and continuous improvement initiatives.</li><li>Drive root cause analysis and sustainable corrective actions to improve quality performance.</li></ul><p>Customer & Supplier Quality</p><ul><li>Oversee customer quality performance, complaint resolution, and corrective action processes.</li><li>Lead problem-solving efforts utilizing structured methodologies such as 8D and root cause analysis.</li><li>Monitor customer scorecards and quality metrics while implementing improvement plans where needed.</li><li>Partner with suppliers and supply chain teams to improve supplier quality and performance.</li></ul><p>Operational Excellence</p><ul><li>Monitor manufacturing quality metrics including defects, scrap, rework, yield, and overall quality performance.</li><li>Utilize data-driven decision making and quality tools to identify improvement opportunities.</li><li>Collaborate with operations and engineering teams to improve processes, reduce risk, and enhance product quality.</li><li>Support new product introductions, process improvements, and operational initiatives.</li></ul><p>Global Collaboration</p><ul><li>Work closely with quality and operational teams located across multiple international regions.</li><li>Share best practices and drive consistency across global quality standards and processes.</li><li>Support cross-site initiatives and contribute to broader organizational quality objectives.</li></ul><p><br></p><p><br></p>
<p>We are looking for a Finance Manager to join a manufacturing organization in the Stoughton, MA area and lead financial analysis that strengthens operational and strategic decisions. This position will evaluate plant and product performance, deliver clear reporting to leadership, and work closely with cross-functional partners to turn data into practical recommendations. The role also supports planning activities, cost accuracy, and continuous improvement in reporting and analysis processes.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Develop and present financial reports that help leaders assess business results, operating trends, and performance drivers.</p><p>• Analyze manufacturing costs and operating metrics to identify issues, highlight opportunities, and support stronger financial control.</p><p>• Review differences between budget, forecast, and actual results, then provide concise explanations and recommendations for corrective action.</p><p>• Manage and update standard cost data within enterprise systems to help maintain accurate product costing.</p><p>• Collaborate with operations and internal stakeholders to convert financial findings into business actions that improve performance.</p><p>• Contribute to budgeting, forecasting, and ongoing planning cycles by preparing analysis and supporting decision-making.</p><p>• Recommend and implement enhancements to reporting methods and workflows to improve efficiency and data quality.</p>