We are looking for a highly skilled Senior Financial Analyst with a strong background in manufacturing to join our team on a long-term contract basis. In this role, you will play a pivotal part in driving financial accuracy, delivering insightful analytics, and supporting strategic decision-making processes. This position offers an exciting opportunity to collaborate across departments and contribute to the financial success of a dynamic organization in the paper/packaging industry.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Oversee month-end and quarter-end close activities, ensuring all financial processes are completed accurately and on time.<br>• Prepare and analyze financial statements, reconciliations, journal entries, and accruals to support reporting objectives.<br>• Conduct detailed Price/Volume/Mix analysis to uncover revenue drivers and identify margin improvement opportunities.<br>• Collaborate with operations, supply chain, and commercial teams to interpret financial results and variances.<br>• Develop and refine management reporting tools, dashboards, and key performance indicators (KPIs).<br>• Lead budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis efforts to provide actionable insights.<br>• Deliver comprehensive financial analyses to inform operational and strategic decisions.<br>• Identify and implement process enhancements to improve financial reporting and workflow efficiency.<br>• Support inventory accounting and manufacturing variance analysis to ensure accurate financial representation.
<p>We are looking for a skilled Sr Food Buyer to oversee vendor management and sourcing strategies in Grand Rapids, Michigan. This role requires expertise in global and domestic product sourcing, vendor negotiations, and category development to drive profitability and organizational growth. The ideal candidate will collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize the value chain and ensure alignment with strategic objectives.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Develop and implement sourcing strategies that include vendor identification, evaluation, onboarding, compliance management, and ongoing relationship maintenance.</p><p>• Conduct complex negotiations with diverse suppliers to secure favorable terms, trade support, and cost-effective solutions.</p><p>• Collaborate with internal teams, including Purchasing and Leadership, to execute category reviews and optimize sales and profitability.</p><p>• Analyze vendor performance and market trends to recommend adjustments that align with organizational objectives.</p><p>• Drive promotional activities, brand development, and product distribution with vendor investment and support commitments.</p><p>• Partner with cross-functional teams such as Sales, Marketing, Logistics, and Warehouse to ensure seamless operations and strategic alignment.</p><p>• Provide detailed seasonal reporting on sell-through rates and recommend strategies for inventory adjustments.</p><p>• Manage vendor relationships effectively to support cost optimization, value chain improvements, and markdown initiatives.</p><p>• Monitor market dynamics and adjust sourcing strategies to maintain competitive advantage.</p><p>• Ensure compliance with organizational standards and regulatory requirements during all vendor-related activities.</p>
<p>We are seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Administrative Assistant for an ongoing opportunity with our team. The ideal candidate will demonstrate strong organizational skills, excellent communication abilities, and a commitment to providing exceptional administrative support. This position is well-suited for individuals comfortable multitasking in a dynamic, team-oriented environment.</p><p>Key Responsibilities:</p><ul><li>Manage and maintain schedules, appointments, and calendars for leaders and team members</li><li>Prepare, edit, and proofread correspondence, reports, and presentations</li><li>Coordinate meetings, conference calls, and events (including logistics, agendas, and materials)</li><li>Handle incoming calls, emails, and other communications in a professional manner</li><li>Maintain organized files, records, and documentation (physical and electronic)</li><li>Process expense reports, purchase orders, and invoices as required</li><li>Order office supplies and manage inventory</li><li>Support team projects with research, tracking, and reporting duties as needed</li><li>Complete other administrative tasks as assigned</li></ul>
