We are looking for a detail-oriented Procurement Specialist to join our team in Elgin, Illinois. This is a long-term contract position that requires in-office work Monday through Friday. The role offers an hourly rate of $21 - $25 and involves managing high-volume procurement tasks while ensuring efficiency and accuracy.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Review and approve a large volume of invoices with meticulous attention to detail.<br>• Manage data entry tasks efficiently, ensuring accuracy in high-volume processing.<br>• Draft and issue purchase orders to support procurement operations.<br>• Utilize advanced Excel functions, including pivot tables and formulas, to analyze and organize data.<br>• Collaborate with vendors and stakeholders to support contract negotiations and procurement processes.<br>• Maintain detailed records of procurement activities and transactions.<br>• Apply critical thinking skills to resolve discrepancies and optimize workflows.<br>• Leverage knowledge of Microsoft Access, if applicable, to enhance data management capabilities.
<p><u>Job Duties</u></p><ul><li>Own item availability and service levels across a broad ethnic and specialty food assortment, including long-tail SKUs with uneven demand patterns.</li><li>Minimize out-of-stocks while managing inventory freshness, aging, and spoilage risk in a shelf-life-sensitive environment.</li><li>Execute tactical purchasing activities including order timing, order sizing, MOQ compliance, and supplier follow-up across multiple regions of origin.</li><li>Convert forecasts, sales signals, and promotional activity into accurate purchase orders while accounting for extended transit times and port variability.</li><li>Establish and maintain inventory targets and safety stock levels by item, supplier, and origin, balancing service levels and working capital.</li><li>Lead, coach, and performance manage the purchasing team with clear priorities, execution standards, and accountability.</li><li>Oversee purchase order placement, confirmation, revisions, tracking, and resolution of shortages, delays, substitutions, or quality issues.</li><li>Coordinate closely with Quality, Compliance, and Operations to ensure imported products meet food safety, labeling, regulatory, and country-of-origin requirements.</li><li>Own ocean freight execution including container planning, mixed-SKU container optimization, booking coordination, and transit monitoring.</li><li>Manage relationships with freight forwarders, customs brokers, and internal logistics teams to ensure on-time arrivals and rapid issue resolution.</li><li>Track and report KPIs including fill rate, out-of-stock rate, days of supply, inventory aging, spoilage exposure, and freight cost.</li><li>Drive continuous improvement in purchasing accuracy, execution discipline, inventory health, and cross-functional communication.</li></ul><p><u>Benefits</u></p><ul><li>Medical/Dental/Vision</li><li>401K match</li><li>Disability/Life</li><li>PTO</li><li>Parental Leave</li></ul>
<p>We are looking for a dynamic and detail-oriented Talent Acquisition Specialist to join our team in Downers Grove, Illinois. This is a long-term contract position ideal for someone passionate about recruiting and building strong candidate relationships. The role requires expertise in sourcing, interviewing, and managing the recruitment process to meet hiring goals effectively.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Evaluate and screen applicants to ensure they meet role-specific requirements and qualifications.</p><p>• Manage and oversee the offer letter process for selected candidates.</p><p>• Organize and track candidate pipelines using applicant tracking systems (ATS).</p><p>• Foster ongoing relationships with potential candidates to maintain a talent pool.</p><p>• Work towards achieving hiring targets for sales positions and other assigned roles.</p><p>• Guide candidates through the recruitment process, including interviews and follow-ups.</p><p>• Conduct 50-75 inbound and outbound calls daily to engage with applicants.</p><p>• Handle incoming call queues to address candidate inquiries and provide support.</p><p>• Build rapport with candidates to ensure a positive recruitment experience.</p><p><br></p><p>The salary range for this position is $20 to $27. Benefits available to contract/temporary professionals, include medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit <u>roberthalf.gobenefits.net</u> for more information. Our specialized recruiting professionals apply their expertise and utilize our proprietary AI to find you great job matches faster.</p>
<p>We are looking for a dedicated Accounts Payable Specialist to join our team in Northlake, Illinois. This is a long-term contract opportunity designed for an experienced, detail-oriented individual who thrives in a fast-paced environment and has a strong background in accounts payable functions. The ideal candidate will play a pivotal role in ensuring accurate invoice processing, vendor communication, and reconciliation tasks.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Process daily invoices, including both PO and non-PO types, ensuring accuracy and timely handling.</p><p>• Perform three-way matching to verify invoice details and resolve any discrepancies promptly.</p><p>• Manage high volumes of non-PO invoices efficiently while maintaining attention to detail.</p><p>• Reconcile vendor statements upon receipt and address any inconsistencies.</p><p>• Maintain regular communication with vendors to resolve issues and prevent account holds.</p><p>• Handle incoming emails in the accounts payable inbox and prioritize tasks effectively.</p><p>• Collaborate with other departments to ensure proper coding and processing of invoices.</p><p>• Utilize Automated Clearing House (ACH) and check runs for payment processing.</p><p>• Ensure compliance with company policies and procedures related to accounts payable.</p><p>• Support overall department operations in a two-person team environment.</p><p><br></p><p>The salary range for this position is $21.63 - $26.44. Benefits available to contract/temporary professionals, include medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit <u>roberthalf.gobenefits.net</u> for more information. Our specialized recruiting professionals apply their expertise and utilize our proprietary AI to find you great job matches faster.</p>
We are looking for a skilled Contracts Manager to join our team on a long-term contract basis in Chicago, Illinois. The ideal candidate will have expertise in contract management and procurement processes, with a focus on terms and conditions. This role involves collaborating with stakeholders and vendors to ensure seamless contract administration and procurement activities.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Issue and manage purchase orders while ensuring compliance with organizational terms and conditions.<br>• Review and negotiate contract terms to align with company standards and requirements.<br>• Collaborate with stakeholders and project managers to facilitate procurement processes and address contract-related needs.<br>• Communicate effectively with vendors to gather necessary information for purchase orders and contract negotiations.<br>• Provide guidance on terms and conditions to support contracting and procurement activities.<br>• Maintain accurate and organized documentation related to contracts and purchase orders.<br>• Ensure timely resolution of issues related to procurement and contract administration.<br>• Support the development and implementation of procurement strategies to enhance operational efficiency.<br>• Monitor vendor performance and ensure adherence to agreed-upon contractual obligations.
<p>We are looking for a highly skilled Warehouse Manager to oversee warehouse operations near Carol Stream, Illinois. This position requires a strong leader capable of driving efficiency, accountability, and structure while ensuring optimal inventory management and operational performance. The ideal candidate will have experience in implementing Warehouse Management Systems, fostering team development, and driving continuous process improvements.</p><p><br></p><p>Compensation: $100k-$125k with a 10% performance based bonus</p><p>7:30am-4:00pm – Onsite </p><p>Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, 401k PTO </p><p><strong><em>Our specialized recruiting professionals apply their expertise and utilize our proprietary AI to find you great job matches faster</em></strong></p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Provide leadership and direction to warehouse staff.</p><p>• Develop and enforce Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) to maintain warehouse operations.</p><p>• Oversee the implementation, optimization, and ongoing management of the Warehouse Management System.</p><p>• Manage inbound and outbound logistics, including receiving, storage, inventory control, and shipping activities.</p><p>• Ensure accurate inventory management through cycle counts, reconciliation, and root cause analysis of discrepancies.</p><p>• Drive initiatives to improve warehouse performance, streamline workflows, and reduce operational costs.</p><p>• Maintain a safe and compliant warehouse environment by adhering to OSHA standards and company policies.</p><p>• Collaborate with production, procurement, and logistics teams to align warehouse operations with business goals.</p><p>• Foster a culture of accountability, professionalism, and process discipline across all warehouse functions.</p>
<p><em>The salary range for this position is $160,000-$165,000 and it comes with benefits, including medical, vision, dental, life, and disability insurance. To apply to this hybrid role please send your resume to [email protected]</em></p><p><br></p><p>NOTE: This position is a career-fast-track opportunity. Whoever fills this role is expected to be promoted quickly. </p><p><br></p><p><strong><u>Job Description:</u></strong></p><ul><li>Lead the implementation and deployment of the Workday Financials products (Core Fins, Procurement, Expense, Accounting Center/Prism)</li><li>Own continued day to day operations of tenant including but not limited to administration, configuration enhancements and deployment of new modules and futures of the product post go-live. </li><li>Be the primary point of contact for all Workday Fins matters and partner with the HRIS manager on the consolidated Workday system strategy.</li><li>Support finance and accounting team with developing Workday reporting environment</li><li>Lead the semi-annual process to review and prepare for new Workday releases</li><li>Manage Workday integrations to internally developed policy administration system, external claims system, banking partners and other third party systems. </li><li>Coordinate work with external vendors in support of the Workday tenant.</li></ul><p><br></p>
<p>The Manager of Information Technology will own and oversee internal IT operations and infrastructure while strengthening the firm’s cybersecurity posture in partnership with an outsourced vCISO provider. Reporting to the Head of AI & Technology Solutions, this role sits within the AI & Technology Solutions team and partners closely with Product and Data leadership to align IT systems with future workflows and AI initiatives.</p><p>This position is central to building a modern, reliable, and secure technology environment that enables seamless collaboration and world-class user experience. The firm operates on a hybrid model, with a strong preference for spending at least three days per week in the Chicago office in coordination with leadership.</p><p><br></p><p>Key Responsibilities</p><p><br></p><p>Elevate Internal Technology Experience</p><ul><li>Significantly improve internal satisfaction with technology and tech support</li><li>Ensure team members feel supported, empowered, and unencumbered by avoidable technical issues</li><li>Collect and act on ongoing feedback to continuously improve the user experience</li></ul><p>Manage Managed Service Provider (MSP)</p><ul><li>Oversee the firm’s MSP and ensure SLAs are consistently met or exceeded</li><li>Drive a high-touch, white-glove support culture</li><li>Own vendor contracts and renewals across hardware, software, cybersecurity, and IT services</li><li>Hold MSP and security partners accountable through structured performance reviews</li><li>Lead quarterly MSP and vCISO alignment sessions</li><li>Step in hands-on when needed to expedite resolutions or validate MSP work</li></ul><p>Own IT Infrastructure</p><ul><li>Manage hardware lifecycle planning, procurement, and inventory</li><li>Coordinate onboarding and offboarding in partnership with HR and external partners</li><li>Administer core platforms including Google Workspace, Slack, Box, Microsoft 365, and other key applications</li><li>Ensure strong identity and access management through Okta</li><li>Oversee JAMF or Intune policies with MSP support</li><li>Maintain accurate internal documentation, runbooks, and system records</li><li>Handle escalated troubleshooting as needed</li></ul><p>Cybersecurity Leadership</p><ul><li>Serve as the internal point of contact for information security</li><li>Conduct basic internal checks including device compliance, MFA enforcement, and endpoint security</li><li>Partner with vCISO providers on threat monitoring, SIEM/log reviews, risk and vulnerability assessments, and incident response planning</li><li>Support evaluation and selection of vCISO partners</li><li>Ensure clear alignment and execution of security responsibilities across vendors</li></ul><p><br></p>
