We are looking for an experienced Senior Project Manager to join our team on a long-term contract basis. This role is based in New York, New York, and offers a hybrid work schedule of two days onsite per week. The position involves leading initiatives for a government contractor, focusing on cybersecurity compliance and documentation.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Lead project management efforts to ensure compliance with cybersecurity requirements outlined by government frameworks.<br>• Collaborate with technology teams and consultants to develop and refine policies and procedures.<br>• Write and document standard operating procedures (SOPs) to align with cybersecurity maturity model frameworks.<br>• Manage timelines and coordinate tasks to meet project deliverables effectively.<br>• Provide guidance and oversight on cybersecurity compliance initiatives.<br>• Communicate project updates and milestones to stakeholders, ensuring transparency and alignment.<br>• Utilize IT knowledge to support the implementation of cybersecurity practices.<br>• Conduct thorough documentation of changes and updates related to project processes.<br>• Work closely with government contracts to adhere to regulatory standards.<br>• Facilitate training and development for team members on cybersecurity compliance.
<p>We are looking for an experienced Senior Director of Procurement to lead global sourcing strategies and optimize procurement operations across multiple regions. Reporting to the Global Vice President of Procurement, this role will focus on aligning international practices, enhancing supplier partnerships, and driving operational excellence. The ideal candidate will bring strategic leadership and innovation to harmonize procurement processes while meeting business objectives.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Develop and execute globally-aligned procurement strategies to achieve cost savings and operational efficiency across diverse markets.</p><p>• Negotiate and establish comprehensive global contracts with competitive terms to mitigate risks related to market fluctuations, regulations, and currency.</p><p>• Build and maintain strong supplier relationships, ensuring alignment with corporate social responsibility goals and operational performance metrics.</p><p>• Oversee procurement budgets across multiple regions, incorporating multi-currency considerations and conducting regular risk analyses.</p><p>• Lead international teams by recruiting, coaching, and developing high-performing procurement professionals.</p><p>• Implement standardized supplier performance measurement programs and ensure adherence to procurement KPIs.</p><p>• Drive digital transformation initiatives within procurement, including process automation and integration of P2P systems.</p><p>• Promote best practice sharing and cross-market collaboration to advance procurement excellence globally.</p><p>• Ensure consistent data reporting and standardization across international operations.</p><p>• Support process harmonization efforts by adapting global practices to meet local market conditions.</p><p><br></p><p>If you are interested in applying for this Senior Director of Procurement role, please contact Gillian Klypka, gillian.klypka@roberthalf</p>
<p>80,000 - 90,000</p><p><br></p><p>Our client in the Somerville area is seeking to fill the role of Senior Procurement Specialist. This position involves key responsibilities in overseeing procurement processes, vendor management, and cost optimization strategies, as well as driving operational efficiency. The selected candidate will collaborate across teams to align purchasing activities with organizational priorities and ensure timely execution of procurement workflows. 3–5 years of procurement experience with significant exposure to advanced supply chain systems. Bachelor’s degree in business, supply chain, or a related field is preferred.</p><p> </p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Develop and manage supplier relationships to identify opportunities for improved value and cost savings.</li><li>Monitor and execute purchase orders through advanced software tools to ensure accurate and timely fulfillment.</li><li>Communicate and resolve vendor-related issues, including order discrepancies and changes to inventory plans.</li><li>Liaise with internal stakeholders to understand inventory and demand trends, driving informed purchasing decisions.</li><li>Prepare performance metrics and reports to evaluate procurement outcomes and supplier reliability.</li><li>Implement and refine policies and processes that support best practices in sourcing and procurement.</li><li>Conduct market research to identify trends impacting product cost and availability.</li></ul><p><br></p><p>Benefits: </p><ul><li>Medical, Dental, Vision Benefits </li><li>401k with a match </li><li>Paid Time Off </li></ul>
<p><strong>This role supports the licensing portfolio of a global leader of apparel and design - </strong>by ensuring that contractual obligations are captured, managed, and executed across our enterprise systems. The ideal candidate is an expert in contract lifecycle management with a strong understanding of intellectual property, licensing law, royalty structures, compliance frameworks, and audit negotiation. They will play a pivotal role in managing our royalties contract management system, driving compliance with licensor requirements, and reducing contractual risk to the business.</p><p><br></p><p><strong><em>Contract Lifecycle Management</em></strong></p><ul><li>Serve as the primary administrator and subject matter expert for the company's licensing and royalties contract management platform.</li><li>Draft, review, and maintain licensing agreements, amendments, and renewals in partnership with Licensing and Finance teams.</li><li>Ensure all contracts are accurately captured, tagged, and categorized within the system, including metadata for licensor, brand, territory, product category, royalty structure, and approval requirements.</li><li>Oversee version control, clause tracking, and full audit trail maintenance.</li><li>Building and maintaining relationships with key stakeholders resulting in effective decision-making and risk management within the licensing framework.</li></ul><p><strong><em>Licensing & Royalty Compliance</em></strong></p><ul><li>Interpret complex contractual terms and obligations (e.g., minimum guarantees, tiered royalty rates, caps, audit rights, approval workflows) and ensure they are accurately reflected in operational systems.</li><li>Identify and mitigate business risks related to contract terms and performance.</li><li>Proactively monitor and track contractual obligations, including reporting deadlines, renewals, minimum ad spend requirements, pre-approval conditions, and geographic restrictions.</li><li>Facilitate internal compliance by generating and distributing compliance checklists and obligation summaries to relevant departments.</li><li>Coordinate with finance and ERP teams to align contract terms with royalty calculation processes and payment schedules.</li></ul><p><strong><em>System Administration & Process Ownership</em></strong></p><ul><li>Lead day-to-day administration of the royalties contract management solution, including user provisioning, role-based access control, and escalation workflows.</li><li>Configure alerts and automated notifications for key contractual events (e.g., renewals, reporting deadlines, obligation thresholds).</li><li>Collaborate with IT and Operations teams to ensure system integrations (ERP, PLM) support seamless data flow and reporting.</li><li>Support data ingestion and validation efforts for legacy contract migration, including OCR/NLP extraction accuracy reviews.</li></ul><p><strong><em>Governance, Risk & Reporting</em></strong></p><ul><li>Maintain comprehensive audit trails for all contract actions and approvals.</li><li>Support internal and external audits, providing documentation and evidence of compliance as needed.</li><li>Generate and distribute royalty and compliance reports for licensors, brand managers, and executive stakeholders.</li><li>Contribute to continuous improvement by identifying process inefficiencies and recommending enhancements to workflows, system capabilities, or policy documentation.</li></ul>
<p>We are looking for an experienced Merchandising Manager to join our team in the Old Bridge, New Jersey area. In this role, you will oversee the strategic planning and execution of grocery category initiatives, driving sales growth, profitability, and competitive advantage. This is an excellent opportunity to collaborate with vendors, members, and store owners while ensuring alignment with organizational goals.</p><p><br></p><p>Salary is 85,000 - 125,000.</p><p><br></p><p>Benefits include Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance, 401k, and PTO.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Develop and achieve category objectives, including sales targets, gross profit margins, and promotional income.</p><p>• Negotiate contracts, pricing, and promotional programs with vendors and brokers to enhance market competitiveness.</p><p>• Plan and execute weekly promotional campaigns with accurate sales forecasts and competitive pricing strategies.</p><p>• Prepare presentations and materials for committee meetings, including ad reviews, promotional pricing, and new product proposals.</p><p>• Monitor market trends, competitor activities, and category performance to inform strategic decisions.</p><p>• Maintain and update product assortments, ensuring accuracy in item setup, costs, and data management.</p><p>• Manage vendor billing processes, resolve discrepancies, and ensure timely error resolution.</p><p>• Conduct regular business reviews with vendors to evaluate performance and identify growth opportunities.</p><p>• Attend industry events to negotiate deals and secure promotions beneficial to the organization.</p>
<p>80,000 - 100,000</p><p><br></p><p>benefits:</p><ul><li>medical</li><li>vision</li><li>dental</li><li>401k</li><li>paid holidays</li><li>paid time off</li></ul><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Develop and implement procurement policies and strategies.</li><li>Source, negotiate, and manage contracts with suppliers.</li><li>Monitor market trends and identify cost-saving opportunities.</li><li>Ensure compliance with company standards and regulatory requirements.</li><li>Collaborate with internal teams to forecast demand and manage inventory.</li><li>Analyze supplier performance and maintain strong vendor relationships.</li></ul><p><br></p>
<p>Our client, an international luxury goods retailer, is seeking a highly skilled Senior Intellectual Property Counsel to join their US Legal Department. This role is pivotal in creating and implementing strategies and objectives, managing trademark disputes and litigations, supporting trademark clearances and prosecution as well as managing the Legal Anti-Diversion team. </p><p><br></p><p><strong>Intellectual Property:</strong></p><p>• Managing U.S. Intellectual Property disputes. This includes the following responsibilities: </p><p>o Draft and review cease and desist letters and other correspondence relating to IP infringements;</p><p>o Prepare opposition notices and cancellation petitions for USPTO; </p><p>o Negotiate, draft and revise settlement agreements; </p><p>o Manage international TM disputes and partner with US Head of Intellectual Property and global team to create universal strategy, implement the strategy in the US; and</p><p>o Manage relationships and case expectations with outside counsel handling TTAB proceedings and various intellectual property infringement matters. </p><p>• Create and implement IP strategies and objectives that align with global and regional priorities.</p><p>• Prosecute Trademark applications, including assisting in trademark clearance searches, advise Trademark Manager on responses to USPTO office actions and renewals.</p><p>• Advise key stakeholders on topics regarding copyright, patent, domain name and trade secret.</p><p>• Partner with the US Legal corporate team to prepare, draft and negotiate commercial contracts, as needed.</p><p>• People management: manage the senior paralegal including creating priorities and associated responsibilities for this role.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Anti-Diversion: </strong></p><p>• Develop, define, and implement strategies to achieve program objectives.</p><p>• Plan, organize, and direct the operations of the program.</p><p>• Align program objectives with company's long-term vision for the Brand.</p><p>• Set and review KPIs to meet program objectives.</p><p>• Develop and implement strategies to maximize commercial and legal actions.</p><p>• Partner with internal and external stakeholders to enforce policies, mitigate diversion, and protect company's authorized distribution.</p><p>• Partner with Global Anti-Diversion in the worldwide execution of the program.</p><p>• Develop and issue US reporting to Leadership and Senior Management.</p><p>• Develop and implement educational resources to increase program knowledge and efficiency.</p><p>• Manage the program budget to maximize cost effectiveness.</p><p>• Manage the Legal Anti-Diversion team.</p><p><br></p><p>Years of experience needed - at least 7 years in trademark and IP. Anti-diversion experience is *not* needed. </p><p>Salary is commensurable with experience - about $135K - $185K + 15% target annual bonus. </p>
<p>A global manufacturing organization is seeking an experienced and strategic <strong>Director of Information Technology</strong> to lead enterprise-wide IT operations within a multi-site manufacturing environment. This role is responsible for setting technology direction, ensuring secure and reliable infrastructure, and aligning IT initiatives with business goals to drive operational efficiency and scalability.</p><p>The Director of IT will serve as a key business partner to executive leadership, overseeing infrastructure, applications, cybersecurity, and support services while building and developing a high-performing IT team. This position plays a critical role in advancing technology capabilities and supporting long-term organizational growth.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><p><br></p><ul><li>Direct the design, implementation, and ongoing management of IT infrastructure, including servers, networks, applications, and cybersecurity.</li><li>Build, lead, and develop a global IT team, including developers, system administrators, and security professionals.</li><li>Manage relationships with technology vendors, including contract negotiation and service performance.</li><li>Evaluate emerging technologies and assess their applicability to manufacturing operations and enterprise systems.</li><li>Coach and mentor team members, supporting career development and fostering a culture of accountability and innovation.</li><li>Oversee a global IT support desk, ensuring a consistent and high-quality user experience for issue reporting, tracking, and escalation.</li><li>Partner with ERP, applications, and operations teams to ensure incidents are documented, resolved, and transitioned effectively.</li><li>Provide executive-level IT support to senior leadership, ensuring reliable and responsive technology experiences.</li><li>Lead the adoption of digital tools and platforms that enhance communication, collaboration, and productivity.</li></ul><p><br></p><p><br></p>
<p>Our client is looking for an experienced Merchandising Manager to join their team in the Old Bridge, New Jersey area. In this role, you will oversee strategic planning, execution, and income objectives for assigned grocery categories. Your efforts will focus on optimizing sales, managing vendor relationships, and ensuring alignment with business goals. </p><p><br></p><p>Salary is 85,000 - 125,000.</p><p>Benefits include Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance, 401k, and PTO.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Develop and achieve budget objectives, including sales targets, gross profit margins, and promotional income for assigned categories.</p><p>• Lead negotiations with vendors and brokers to secure competitive pricing, promotional programs, and contracts.</p><p>• Plan and implement weekly promotional campaigns, including creating competitive ads and accurate sales forecasts.</p><p>• Prepare and present materials for committee meetings, such as competitive ad reviews, promotional price points, and new product proposals.</p><p>• Conduct market research to analyze trends, competitor strategies, and category performance for informed decision-making.</p><p>• Maintain and optimize product assortments by managing item setup, cost accuracy, and inventory updates.</p><p>• Resolve vendor billing issues efficiently, ensuring accurate and timely processing of invoices and payments.</p><p>• Monitor and maintain gross profit margin targets in alignment with quarterly goals.</p><p>• Perform regular pricing reviews to ensure competitiveness in the market.</p><p>• Collaborate with vendors and attend industry events to negotiate deals and secure promotions for the organization.</p>
<ul><li><strong>Position: Full Cycle TECHNICAL/AI Recruiter Advanced- CONTRACT ROLE</strong></li><li><strong>Type: 100% ONSITE </strong></li><li><strong>Hourly Pay: $30-$32/per hour</strong></li></ul><p><strong>Job Description: </strong></p><ul><li>Manage the full recruiting process and develop strategies.</li><li>Guide hiring managers on recruitment policies.</li><li>Source and present candidates refine strategies based on feedback.</li><li>Collaborate with senior management and HR to anticipate needs.</li><li>Share innovative solutions to streamline processes.</li><li>Understand recruiting needs and manage expectations.</li><li>Ensure positive candidate experiences and communicate effectively.</li><li>Educate candidates on career growth and benefits.</li><li>Discuss compensation expectations to close offers.</li><li>Provide market data to support client needs.</li><li>Utilize applicant tracking systems effectively.</li></ul>
<p>We are looking for a highly skilled Senior Product Manager - Tech to join our team on a long-term contract basis in New York City, NY. In this role, you will lead the development and enhancement of a launch management system for our clients Ads platform, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to deliver innovative solutions. The ideal candidate will possess strong analytical abilities, technical expertise, and the ability to manage multiple stakeholders effectively in a dynamic and fast-paced environment.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Develop and implement the vision and roadmap for the launch management system.</p><p>• Ensure adherence to data governance, privacy, and security protocols.</p><p>• Collaborate with engineers, scientists, and stakeholders to design and deliver technical solutions.</p><p>• Facilitate integrations between internal systems and third-party tools in the MarTech and AdTech domains.</p><p>• Create detailed technical requirements that prioritize system modularity and operational efficiency.</p><p>• Manage project backlogs and oversee sprint planning activities.</p><p>• Monitor and report on platform usage and adoption metrics.</p><p>• Work closely with other product managers to coordinate technical implementations and strategies.</p><p>• Drive continuous improvement in project execution and delivery processes.</p>
<p>65,000 - 70,000 + commission</p><p><br></p><p><strong><u>Benefits</u></strong></p><ul><li>M/D/V</li><li>PTO</li><li>Holidays</li><li>Paid expenses</li><li>Car allowance</li><li>remote</li></ul><p><strong>Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Develop and execute monthly, quarterly, and annual sales plans.</li><li>Lead, mentor, and motivate the sales team to achieve targets.</li><li>Identify new business opportunities and maintain strong client relationships.</li><li>Analyze sales data and recommend improvements for better performance.</li><li>Collaborate with marketing and product teams to align strategies.</li></ul>
We are looking for a Senior Accountant with advanced NetSuite expertise to join our team on a contract basis. This position is part-time, requiring approximately 20 hours per week, and offers the flexibility of remote work. The ideal candidate will bring senior-level accounting experience, a deep understanding of NetSuite, and the ability to navigate complex accounting tasks independently.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Perform intercompany reconciliations to ensure accurate financial reporting.<br>• Prepare and post journal entries within NetSuite to maintain the integrity of accounting records.<br>• Support month-end close activities, including reconciliations and adjustments.<br>• Utilize NetSuite to generate reports, troubleshoot issues, and manage day-to-day accounting processes.<br>• Provide expert guidance and implement best practices during the post-implementation phase of NetSuite.<br>• Collaborate closely with the Accounting Manager to align on operational priorities.<br>• Conduct detailed reviews of general ledger activities to maintain accuracy.<br>• Ensure compliance with accounting standards and internal policies in all tasks performed.
<p>Our client is seeking a Purchasing Agent on a contract basis for a fully onsite role in Whitehouse Station, NJ.</p><p><br></p><p>Job Description</p><ul><li>Manage purchasing and inventory control to ensure a timely and cost-effective flow of materials for manufacturing operations</li><li>Coordinate with the Production Planner to support production schedules and customer requirements</li><li>Select, manage, and negotiate with suppliers to achieve cost efficiency and quality standards</li><li>Monitor inventory levels and ensure timely replenishment of raw materials and packaging</li><li>Utilize MRP systems to plan material requirements and support production needs</li><li>Analyze data to identify trends, risks, and opportunities for supply chain improvements</li><li>Support continuous improvement initiatives within purchasing and supply chain operations</li></ul><p><br></p>
<p>We are looking for an experienced Purchasing Agent to join our team in the Union, NJ area. This long-term contract position offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to procurement operations while ensuring efficient purchasing practices. The ideal candidate will bring expertise in purchasing processes, financial acumen, and exceptional attention to detail.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Oversee and manage procurement activities to ensure timely and cost-effective purchasing of materials.</p><p>• Create and maintain accurate purchase orders while adhering to organizational policies and procedures.</p><p>• Collaborate with suppliers and vendors to negotiate contracts and secure favorable terms.</p><p>• Monitor inventory levels and coordinate with departments to ensure optimal stock availability.</p><p>• Analyze purchasing data and trends to identify opportunities for cost savings and efficiency improvements.</p><p>• Ensure compliance with financial and accounting guidelines during all purchasing transactions.</p><p>• Maintain strong relationships with internal teams to align procurement strategies with organizational goals.</p><p>• Address and resolve issues related to delayed shipments, pricing discrepancies, or quality concerns.</p><p>• Provide regular reports on procurement performance and suggest improvements to enhance operations.</p>
