<p><strong><u>Strategic Sourcing Manager</u></strong></p><p><em>Direct-Hire / Permanent position</em></p><p>Robert Half contact: <u>Drew.Schroll@RobertHalf com. </u></p><p><br></p><p><br></p><p>Fully onsite role in Amherst area - 5 days per week in the office. </p><p><br></p><p>Robert Half has partnered with a valued client in the Amherst area in their search of a Strategic Sourcing Manager. Ideal candidates will have strong experience with sourcing supplies, developing relationships, price and contract negotiations, and executing contracts. The Strategic Sourcing Analyst will be joining and established but growing department with resources and mentorship available to grow within.</p><p><br></p><p><strong><em>Responsibilities include:</em></strong></p><ul><li>Develop new category suppliers, developing supplier interest, reviewing specifications, managing the bid proposal and selection process, awarding final contract and ensuring delivery to agreed terms</li><li>Actively participating in strategic supplier meetings, managing compliance to the highest standards and delivering outstanding service</li><li>Identifying, researching and proposing strategic sources for competitive market product pricing</li><li>Reporting out on status of portfolios, opportunities and risks to successful execution and realized revenue</li><li>Actively and enthusiastically participating in member outreach and supplier events that results in a high level of engagement and retention</li></ul><p><strong>Education/Qualifications</strong></p><ul><li>BS in Supply Chain or Business is preferred</li><li>5+ years of relevant experience procurement/contract management</li><li>Full life-cycle procurement processes that include developing competitive bids, RFP’s, RFQ’s, selecting suppliers and managing contracts</li><li>Excellent attention to detail with the ability to prioritize multiple responsibilities and priorities</li><li>Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite. Strong Excel required.</li><li>Experience working with databases, managing through data fields and developing reports</li></ul><p><br></p><p>Our client offers a great office/team environment, strong health insurance and benefit package, and a salary in the $75-85k range plus bonus. </p><p><br></p><p><strong>For immediate consideration,</strong> please apply today and/or email your resume to <u>Drew.Schroll@RobertHalf com. </u>All inquiries will remain confidential.</p>
<p>We are looking for an experienced Project Manager to join our client's team on a contract basis in Bristol, Connecticut. In this role, you will be responsible for overseeing training programs, managing project workflows, and ensuring customer satisfaction throughout the project lifecycle. This position requires a strong background in project management, excellent organizational skills, and the ability to collaborate effectively across departments.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Lead the training programs for new hires in Project Coordinator and Data Entry Assistant roles, ensuring they are fully equipped to perform their duties.</p><p>• Develop, update, and maintain standard operating procedures (SOPs) for all training processes.</p><p>• Manage and review complex shop drawing orders, ensuring accuracy and timely processing.</p><p>• Schedule and coordinate project kick-off meetings and align engineering, drafting, and production schedules with material lead times.</p><p>• Gather critical customer information to support engineering services and meet production deadlines.</p><p>• Maintain accurate project records and update statuses in various databases.</p><p>• Communicate regularly with customers to provide updates, resolve material issues, and address shortage claims.</p><p>• Confirm credit approvals and payment arrangements while coordinating accessory items with procurement teams.</p><p>• Monitor project management tools and ensure backlog accuracy through regular spot checks and corrective actions.</p><p>• Prepare production documents, compute costs, and inform customers of updates, shipping details, and any delays.</p>
<p><strong><u>Logistics Specialist</u></strong></p><p><em>Direct-Hire / Permanent position</em></p><p>Robert Half contact: <u>Drew.Schroll@RobertHalf com. </u></p><p><br></p><p><strong>WORK MODEL</strong>: HYBRID - 3 days per week at office in Shelton</p><p><br></p><p><strong>OTHER NOTES</strong>: Great benefits, great culture, employee-owned business - once you join this company, you'll never want to leave!</p><p><br></p><p>Robert Half has partnered with a global manufacturing and distribution company in their search of a <strong><u>Logistics Specialist </u></strong>to join their Operations Department. </p><p><br></p><p>This role ensures the seamless movement of inventory, maintaining exceptional customer service, coordinating shipments, managing vendor relationships, and supporting supply chain efficiency. </p><p><br></p><p><br></p><p><strong><u>RESPONSIBILITES: </u></strong></p><ul><li>Arranges domestic transportation, ensuring compliant, timely, and accurate inventory movements, which includes shipment coordination, internal/external communications and preparation of shipping documents for goods movements to/from storage warehouses or production facility to/from suppliers and customers.</li><li>Resolves non-conformance logistics and transportation issues regarding domestic shipments and communicates with supply chain team and customers as appropriate.</li><li>Gain a formal understanding of domestic and international rules and regulations that govern the shipments of chemical and nutraceutical products ensuring GHS and DOT hazmat compliance.</li><li>Select vendors and negotiate competitive pricing for logistics services. </li><li>Manage logistics from supplier to customer including processing of documentation and tracking orders through to delivery to customer while working closely with customer service team.</li><li>After shipment, gather and review shipping documents, ensure transportation costs are captured correctly in database, and prepare invoice to the customer.</li><li>Coordinate with customer service, production facility/warehouse, and transportation providers to ensure streamlined procedures in a fast-paced environment. </li></ul><p><br></p><p><br></p><p><strong>BENEFITS</strong>: great coverage, low cost, fully funded HSA, Profit sharing, 15 days PTO. </p><p><br></p><p><br></p><p><strong>For immediate consideration,</strong> please apply today and/or email your resume to <u>Drew.Schroll@RobertHalf com. </u></p><p><br></p><p><br></p>
<p>We are looking for an experienced Paralegal to join our dynamic team in West Hartford area of Connecticut. This role offers a unique opportunity to contribute to contract review, litigation support, and compliance management. The ideal candidate will possess strong attention to detail and legal expertise, ensuring smooth operations within a fast-paced legal department.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Conduct thorough reviews of owner contracts, prepare contract summaries, and facilitate execution processes.</p><p>• Assist in the organization and modification of subcontract, purchase order templates, and related documents.</p><p>• Support the procurement of bonds, project insurance, and builder’s risk insurance as needed.</p><p>• Review and negotiate third-party agreements, process credit applications, and prepare notice letters.</p><p>• Track legal reviews for proposals, analyze bid terms, and contribute to qualification statements.</p><p>• Provide litigation support, including managing discovery responses, coordinating witness schedules, and filing pleadings.</p><p>• Oversee licensing and registration tasks, such as federal and state registrations, contractor licensing, and business permits.</p><p>• Maintain corporate documents, consents, and records while supporting trade organization renewals and registrations.</p><p>• Assist in risk mitigation and compliance audits by developing parameters and conducting background research.</p><p>• Organize legal department administrative tasks including calendar coordination, expense tracking, and document preparation.</p>
<p>Our client in Watertown is seeking a dedicated Purchase & Sales Specialist to join their team on a contract-to-permanent basis. This role is ideal for professionals with strong order entry experience and outstanding customer service skills.</p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Handle end-to-end order entry with accuracy and attention to detail</li><li>Serve as the primary point of contact for clients and vendors, delivering exceptional customer service</li><li>Collaborate with sales and purchasing teams to ensure timely and efficient processing of orders</li><li>Resolve client inquiries related to products, order status, and shipments</li><li>Support administrative tasks as required</li><li>Assist with billing processes (helpful, but not required)</li></ul><p><br></p>
