<p>We are looking for an experienced Material Planning Senior Manager to join our team in Shirley , Massachusetts. In this role, you will oversee material planning processes, ensuring production schedules align with client demands and operational efficiency. You will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to optimize inventory management, production planning, and supply chain strategies.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Develop and implement robust Sales and Operations Planning (S& OP) processes to align demand forecasting, supply planning, and financial strategies.</p><p>• Manage daily operations of advanced planning systems to ensure accurate and efficient material planning.</p><p>• Oversee inventory management to minimize excess and obsolete materials while meeting production schedules.</p><p>• Create and maintain material requirement plans based on production schedules, client forecasts, and inventory strategies.</p><p>• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align production plans with capacity, lifecycle management, and regulatory requirements.</p><p>• Conduct detailed assessments of supply planning and manufacturing capacity to validate production requirements and optimize resource utilization.</p><p>• Coordinate monthly and quarterly production plans with internal stakeholders, resolving any issues impacting schedules or material availability.</p><p>• Monitor and analyze material requirements to adjust production plans based on changes in client demands, inventory levels, and quality needs.</p><p>• Enhance planning processes and procedures, integrating materials planning into enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems.</p><p>• Provide strategic insights and performance metrics to site leadership for informed decision-making.</p><p><br></p><p><strong><em><u>For immediate consideration for well qualified candidates, please call me immediately 508-205-2127- Eric Lebow </u></em></strong></p>
<p>We are looking for a skilled Project Manager - Operations to oversee and optimize operational processes for our team in Salem, New Hampshire. This role requires strong leadership, attention to detail, and the ability to drive results in a dynamic environment. As a long-term contract position, it offers an excellent opportunity for professionals seeking stability while contributing to meaningful projects.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Lead and coordinate operational projects to ensure they are completed on time and within scope.</p><p>• Develop and implement strategies for improving operational efficiency and effectiveness.</p><p>• Manage procurement processes, including the creation of purchase orders.</p><p>• Oversee logistics operations to ensure smooth delivery and distribution.</p><p>• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate applications and systems.</p><p>• Provide ongoing support for operational functions to maintain workflow consistency.</p><p>• Facilitate change management processes to adapt to evolving business needs.</p><p>• Monitor project progress and report on key outcomes to stakeholders.</p><p>• Identify potential risks and implement mitigation strategies to ensure project success.</p><p>• Maintain clear and effective communication with team members and external partners.</p>
We are looking for a detail-oriented Operations Coordinator to oversee and streamline various aspects of daily operations in production, logistics, facilities, and office management. This position requires strong organizational and communication skills to ensure efficient workflows in a dynamic and fast-paced environment. The ideal candidate will excel in managing vendor relationships, tracking inventory, and supporting cross-functional teams to maintain smooth operations.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Coordinate daily production activities to ensure seamless workflows and schedules.<br>• Monitor inventory levels, supplies, and raw materials to prevent shortages.<br>• Maintain accurate operational records, logs, and production documentation.<br>• Schedule equipment maintenance and liaise with vendors to ensure timely servicing.<br>• Build and manage relationships with vendors and service providers to ensure consistent performance.<br>• Support procurement processes by sourcing materials, obtaining quotes, and processing purchase orders.<br>• Oversee shipping and receiving operations, including label preparation, documentation, and carrier communication.<br>• Organize delivery schedules and provide updates to stakeholders on order statuses.<br>• Manage office operations, including supply inventory, equipment maintenance, and facility upkeep.<br>• Prepare operational reports and identify process improvement opportunities to enhance efficiency.
We are looking for an experienced Purchaser to join our team in Salem, New Hampshire. In this role, you will oversee the procurement of essential supplies, raw materials, and equipment while ensuring cost efficiency and quality standards. The ideal candidate will have strong negotiation skills, an analytical mindset, and a proven ability to manage supplier relationships effectively.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Procure raw materials, supplies, and equipment to meet operational needs and production schedules.<br>• Develop and maintain production plans while monitoring materials throughout the manufacturing process.<br>• Negotiate supplier contracts and pricing to achieve cost savings and ensure quality standards.<br>• Establish and maintain relationships with reliable suppliers to meet organizational demand.<br>• Collaborate with internal teams to forecast material needs and avoid shortages.<br>• Evaluate supplier performance to ensure consistency and adherence to quality requirements.<br>• Manage consignment and turnkey contracts to support production goals.<br>• Track and analyze procurement trends to identify opportunities for improvement.<br>• Ensure compliance with company policies and industry regulations in all purchasing activities.
<p>We are looking for an experienced and strategic Associate Director of Operations to oversee key functions in supply chain management, logistics, purchasing, planning, and team leadership. Based in Grafton, Massachusetts, this role is vital in ensuring efficient operational processes, fostering continuous improvement, and maintaining alignment with organizational goals. The ideal candidate will bring a strong background in operations management and a proven ability to optimize workflows while leading cross-functional teams.</p><p><br></p><p>For immediate consideration contact Mylinda Harrison at 508-205-2130.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Develop and implement effective inventory management strategies, including cycle counting, root-cause analysis, and improvement of inventory accuracy and turnover.</p><p>• Oversee warehouse organization to enhance storage efficiency and streamline retrieval processes.</p><p>• Establish and manage stocking strategies, safety stock levels, and inventory parameters to maintain availability while minimizing shortages and excess.</p><p>• Ensure accuracy in receiving procedures and maintain compliance with transactional processes for incoming goods.</p><p>• Create and maintain standard operating procedures (SOPs) for receiving, inspection, and material disposition.</p><p>• Manage shipping and logistics operations, ensuring cost-effective and timely deliveries through collaboration with carriers and stakeholders.</p><p>• Lead purchasing activities, monitor supplier performance, and ensure alignment with cost, quality, and delivery standards.</p><p>• Drive strategic sourcing efforts, including supplier rationalization, cost reduction initiatives, and risk management.</p><p>• Maintain accurate materials planning and balance supply and demand to support production schedules.</p><p>• Directly manage supervisors across purchasing, planning, and shipping, fostering accountability and driving team performance.</p>
We are looking for a dedicated Office Manager to join our team on a contract basis in Boston, Massachusetts. In this role, you will oversee front desk operations, administrative duties, and office safety initiatives, ensuring a seamless and well-organized environment for staff and visitors. This position requires strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to support a variety of office functions efficiently.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Greet visitors and staff, fostering a welcoming atmosphere while monitoring the front entrance.<br>• Maintain the cleanliness and organization of communal spaces, conference rooms, and supply areas.<br>• Manage incoming and outgoing mail, packages, and deliveries, ensuring timely distribution.<br>• Schedule meetings, coordinate catering, and assist with event planning as needed.<br>• Provide administrative support for employee orientation and related onboarding activities.<br>• Track office inventory and oversee the loaner equipment program.<br>• Collaborate with the Office Manager to analyze office metrics and purchasing trends.<br>• Assist with resolving office equipment issues, including troubleshooting conference room AV systems.<br>• Support corporate policies related to office safety by maintaining filing systems and assisting with inspections.<br>• Act as a resource for health and safety practices, including distributing personal protective equipment.
The Contract Administrator will handle all aspects of contract management (federal, state, municipal, GPO, university and consortium contracts) including drafting, reviewing, negotiating, and providing interpretation to management and staff. Familiarity with legal requirements, terms and conditions, and the ability to maintain organized and detailed records are essential. Additionally, this role involves accurately analyzing, reviewing, and processing quote requests for bids and proposals in compliance with product specifications. The Contract Administrator ensures accurate bid responses, order processing, and successful negotiation and coordination of awarded contracts. This position requires strong analytical skills, attention to detail, and the ability to collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to ensure contract compliance and customer satisfaction.<br><br><br>DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES<br><br>• Maintain and manage the administration of all universities, consortium, government, purchase agreements and group purchasing organization (GPO) contracts such as Vizient, Premier, E& I, etc. This includes supporting active negotiations and support of new contracts and contract renewals<br>• Analyze and mitigate potential risks that contract changes may pose to the organization<br>• Ensure contracts are executed in accordance with corporate strategies and budget guidelines<br>• Maintaining detailed and up-to-date contracts records and documentation <br>• Ensure that contracts and proposals are properly entered into organizational databases and securely maintained. Review and support process contract renewals, product additions/removals, and price change notifications for group purchasing agencies, universities, and government entities<br>• Negotiate contract terms with internal and external business partners<br>• Prepare monthly/quarterly fee reporting, as required, for GPO / government entities. Ensure all deadlines and conditions described in contracts are met (e.g. payments and shipping)<br>• Accurately reviews and responds to all written and verbal requests made by contractors, customers, or sales representatives for requests for RFQ’s, bids & quotes and proposals in accordance with specifications in a timely manner<br>• Enters requests (i.e. case calls) to engineering for any special modification required in RFQ’s.<br>• Respond promptly and accurately to correspondence; follow up on contractor orders for units and parts, including requests for drawings, reviews of contractual terms and conditions, shipping dates and delivery, performance bonds, certificates of insurance, OSHA and union requirements, if any and special billing forms, etc.<br>• Coordinate and provide timely follow up with sales representatives on all quotes or for firm contract job orders, as per the RFQ specified unit specifications<br>• Prepare all closeout documentation to ensure payment of retainage<br>• Prepare and maintain a bids in process spreadsheet. Provide weekly updates and monthly metrics on bid processing status.<br>• Ensure timely updates to the CRM system by providing the Salesforce Administrator with current price lists for GPOs, universities, consortiums, and GSA, including aftermarket pricing
We are looking for an experienced Senior Financial Analyst to join our team in York, Maine. This role is critical in providing financial insights and strategic support to enhance decision-making across key business areas. The ideal candidate will excel in financial modeling, budgeting, and analysis, using their expertise to drive organizational performance and efficiency.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Prepare detailed monthly financial reports, ensuring they are accurate, insightful, and tailored to inform senior management decisions.<br>• Develop sophisticated financial models to analyze trends, evaluate risks, and support long-term strategic planning.<br>• Lead budgeting and forecasting processes by collaborating with various departments to align projections with organizational goals.<br>• Utilize advanced forecasting methods, such as scenario and sensitivity analysis, to anticipate financial outcomes and identify opportunities or risks.<br>• Perform comprehensive variance analysis to pinpoint discrepancies between actual results and budgets, offering actionable recommendations to address issues.<br>• Collaborate with operations to evaluate procurement, manufacturing, and distribution costs, identifying areas for improvement.<br>• Work closely with sales teams to conduct margin analysis and assess the financial impact of pricing strategies, discounts, and promotions.<br>• Analyze marketing expenditures to gauge their effectiveness and alignment with organizational objectives.<br>• Review general and administrative expenses to ensure efficient resource utilization and cost management.<br>• Support the optimization and maintenance of financial systems to enhance reporting precision and streamline processes.
We are looking for an experienced Contracts Attorney to join our team on a long-term contract basis in Peabody, Massachusetts. In this role, you will focus on reviewing and negotiating commercial service contracts and software agreements. This position requires strong attention to detail and the ability to collaborate effectively with internal teams and external clients.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Analyze and review commercial service contracts and software agreements to ensure compliance with legal standards and organizational policies.<br>• Negotiate terms and conditions with clients, vendors, and other stakeholders to align agreements with business objectives.<br>• Collaborate with team members and clients to address contract-related inquiries and resolve issues efficiently.<br>• Utilize tools such as Ironclad, Microsoft Office Suite, and Salesforce to manage contract processes and documentation.<br>• Advise on legal and contractual risks, providing guidance to ensure informed decision-making.<br>• Conduct thorough research to support contract negotiations and ensure adherence to applicable laws.<br>• Draft, revise, and finalize agreements to meet organizational and client requirements.<br>• Maintain accurate records of contract negotiations and updates for compliance and reference purposes.<br>• Train and assist colleagues in utilizing legal and contract management software effectively.<br>• Communicate with clients and employees across different locations to ensure seamless contract processes.
<p>Robert Half’s marketing & creative client is seeking a Strategic Partnerships Account Manager for a 3–6+ month contract in the Boston area, starting ASAP. This is a hybrid, 40-hour-per-week role; candidates must be able to work onsite 3 days per week. The Strategic Partnerships Account Manager will launch, manage, and scale strategic business partnerships, working cross-functionally to drive impactful collaborations and business growth. </p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Source and nurture strategic partnerships to support business goals</li><li>Negotiate and finalize partnership contracts with third parties</li><li>Conduct market research and evaluate partnership opportunities</li><li>Build relationships with industry leaders and stakeholders</li><li>Collaborate across teams to launch and optimize partnerships</li><li>Analyze data, track KPIs, and report actionable insights</li><li>Present business cases and recommendations to leadership</li></ul><p><br></p>
<p>We are looking for a Vendor Management Analyst to join our team in Bedford, NH, on a long-term contract basis. In this role, you will oversee the evaluation and management of third-party vendors to ensure compliance with industry regulations and organizational standards. This position offers an excellent opportunity to work within the banking sector, collaborating with stakeholders and addressing vendor-related risks to maintain operational excellence.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Conduct thorough due diligence and regular reviews of third-party vendors to ensure adherence to compliance standards.</p><p>• Collaborate with the Risk & Compliance team to align third-party risk management practices across the organization.</p><p>• Assess vendor-related risks and provide recommendations to mitigate potential issues.</p><p>• Build and maintain strong relationships with external vendors and internal teams to facilitate smooth operations.</p><p>• Prepare detailed reports and presentations on vendor performance, risk assessments, and compliance findings for leadership review.</p><p>• Monitor vendor activities to identify and address fraud-related risks.</p><p>• Implement anti-money laundering (AML) practices and ensure vendors comply with regulatory requirements.</p><p>• Perform compliance risk assessments and evaluate vendor adherence to FFIEC guidelines.</p><p>• Develop strategies to identify and prevent potential fraud in vendor activities.</p><p>• Support issue resolution processes by coordinating with vendors and internal departments.</p>
