<p>We are looking for a skilled Sourcing Manager to oversee the private label category for Patterson-owned brand products. In this contract position, you will play a pivotal role in developing and implementing sourcing strategies to ensure cost efficiency, supplier quality, and regulatory compliance. This role requires a proactive individual with extensive experience in strategic sourcing, supplier management, and cost modeling within the healthcare distribution industry.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Develop comprehensive sourcing strategies that prioritize cost-effective procurement, supplier quality, and supply chain efficiency.</p><p>• Conduct competitive bidding processes to identify reliable suppliers, evaluating them based on price, delivery, and service performance.</p><p>• Build and maintain strong relationships with suppliers, monitoring their performance using key metrics and ensuring compliance with quality standards.</p><p>• Lead cost modeling initiatives to analyze supplier pricing structures and identify opportunities for cost reduction.</p><p>• Manage budgets for sourcing activities and align procurement goals with overall financial objectives.</p><p>• Oversee product lifecycle management, collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure successful product launches and adherence to quality standards.</p><p>• Conduct regular supplier audits and assessments to maintain high product quality and operational excellence.</p><p>• Stay informed on industry trends, market analysis, and regulatory updates to maintain competitive advantage.</p><p>• Provide strategic input to internal teams, including Sales, Marketing, and Product Development, to align sourcing strategies with market demands.</p><p>• Ensure compliance with healthcare industry regulations and certifications throughout the sourcing and product lifecycle.</p>
<p>We are looking for a skilled Sourcing Manager to oversee the private label category for a private company in the Twin Cities metro area. In this contract position, you will play a pivotal role in developing and implementing sourcing strategies to ensure cost efficiency, supplier quality, and regulatory compliance. This role requires a proactive individual with extensive experience in strategic sourcing, supplier management, and cost modeling within the healthcare distribution industry.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Develop comprehensive sourcing strategies that prioritize cost-effective procurement, supplier quality, and supply chain efficiency.</p><p>• Conduct competitive bidding processes to identify reliable suppliers, evaluating them based on price, delivery, and service performance.</p><p>• Build and maintain strong relationships with suppliers, monitoring their performance using key metrics and ensuring compliance with quality standards.</p><p>• Lead cost modeling initiatives to analyze supplier pricing structures and identify opportunities for cost reduction.</p><p>• Manage budgets for sourcing activities and align procurement goals with overall financial objectives.</p><p>• Oversee product lifecycle management, collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure successful product launches and adherence to quality standards.</p><p>• Conduct regular supplier audits and assessments to maintain high product quality and operational excellence.</p><p>• Stay informed on industry trends, market analysis, and regulatory updates to maintain competitive advantage.</p><p>• Provide strategic input to internal teams, including Sales, Marketing, and Product Development, to align sourcing strategies with market demands.</p><p>• Ensure compliance with healthcare industry regulations and certifications throughout the sourcing and product lifecycle.</p>
We are looking for an experienced Sourcing Director to lead the private label category sourcing efforts for a scientific instrument manufacturing company. This role involves developing and implementing strategic sourcing practices, supplier management, and cost optimization processes to ensure the procurement of high-quality products. The ideal candidate will bring extensive leadership experience in sourcing, a strong understanding of supplier relationships, and expertise in healthcare distribution. This is a Long-term Contract position based in Mendota Heights, Minnesota.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Establish and implement advanced sourcing frameworks, policies, and analytical tools to optimize supplier relationships and procurement strategies.<br>• Lead and mentor a dedicated sourcing team, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and fostering growth.<br>• Develop and execute strategic sourcing plans that enhance cost efficiency, product quality, and supply chain effectiveness.<br>• Conduct competitive bidding processes to secure suppliers that meet quality, pricing, and service standards.<br>• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including marketing, quality assurance, supply chain, and finance, to meet regulatory and product specifications.<br>• Build and maintain strong partnerships with suppliers, monitoring their performance through KPIs and service level agreements.<br>• Oversee cost modeling and profitability analysis to identify cost-saving opportunities and drive negotiations.<br>• Manage budgets related to private label sourcing, ensuring alignment with financial objectives and company goals.<br>• Conduct regular supplier audits and assessments, making adjustments to improve quality and compliance.<br>• Supervise the entire product lifecycle, from initial sourcing to final delivery, ensuring seamless execution across all stages.
We are looking for an experienced Product Manager to join our team in Minneapolis, Minnesota, within the manufacturing industry. This role will focus on managing technology roadmaps, optimizing business applications, and driving operational efficiency through innovative solutions. The ideal candidate will collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver impactful results aligned with organizational strategies.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Develop and execute comprehensive product roadmaps for enterprise application platforms, emphasizing process automation and operational efficiency.<br>• Lead the evaluation, selection, and implementation of business applications that align with organizational goals and IT strategies.<br>• Manage product backlogs, create process flows, and oversee functional designs and test plans to support solution delivery.<br>• Build and maintain strong relationships with stakeholders at all levels, fostering trust and collaboration between IT and business teams.<br>• Act as a liaison between IT and business functions, providing technology expertise to identify and prioritize solutions.<br>• Partner with cross-functional teams to gather business requirements and translate them into actionable technology needs.<br>• Lead initiatives to modernize and migrate applications to cloud platforms, ensuring seamless integration and transitions.<br>• Analyze business processes to identify opportunities for improvement and recommend technology-driven solutions.<br>• Deliver training sessions to enhance user understanding and adoption of core business applications.
<p>We are looking for a creative and detail-oriented Marketing Graphic Specialist with expertise in producing RFPs and Proposals. The ideal candidate will bring a passion for design, strong marketing expertise, and the ability to work effectively within a fast-paced environment. This role is perfect for someone who thrives on organizing multiple tasks, delivering high-quality proposals and materials.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Design visually compelling RFPs, proposals and presentations to support new project pursuits.</p><p>• Develop marketing materials, including brochures, advertisements, and banners, that align with brand standards.</p><p>• Lead and manage award submission programs, ensuring all materials meet deadlines and quality expectations.</p><p>• Oversee the digital asset management system (Open Asset), maintaining organization and accessibility.</p><p>• Maintain the company website using Umbraco, ensuring up-to-date and engaging content.</p><p>• Collaborate on social media strategy by creating and coordinating content for various platforms.</p><p>• Assist in public relations activities, including sponsorships and advertising efforts.</p><p>• Coordinate photography and videography shoots to capture high-quality visuals for marketing purposes.</p><p>• Track metrics and analyze the effectiveness of marketing plans to identify areas for improvement.</p><p>• Manage relationships with print vendors and ensure timely production of materials.</p>
We are looking for a dynamic and results-oriented Business Development Officer to drive growth through strategic partnerships and innovative solutions. This role focuses on expanding business opportunities, fostering collaboration, and creating impactful strategies that support the organization's mission. The ideal candidate will excel in building relationships and leading initiatives that enhance community development and financial solutions.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Identify and pursue new business opportunities to support organizational growth and strategic objectives.<br>• Develop and maintain partnerships with key stakeholders, including community organizations, financial institutions, and investors.<br>• Lead initiatives to increase the flow of capital and resources, ensuring alignment with the organization's mission.<br>• Collaborate with internal teams to design and implement impactful programs and projects.<br>• Facilitate complex negotiations and agreements to secure funding and expand organizational reach.<br>• Conduct market research and analysis to identify trends and opportunities in community development finance.<br>• Create and execute strategies to enhance fundraising and grant-writing efforts.<br>• Represent the organization at industry events, conferences, and meetings to build visibility and connections.<br>• Manage multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring timely execution and measurable outcomes.<br>• Travel as needed to engage partners and support organizational goals.
We are looking for a talented and detail-oriented Marketing Coordinator to join our team in Mounds View, Minnesota. In this role, you will support various marketing initiatives, including events, communications, and digital content management. This is a long-term contract position, ideal for someone with a strong background in marketing and excellent communication skills.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Plan and coordinate company participation in tradeshows and other promotional events.<br>• Provide support for product channels, ensuring alignment with marketing strategies.<br>• Manage and update website content to maintain an engaging and effective online presence.<br>• Assist in creating and implementing marketing communication materials such as email campaigns and promotional content.<br>• Track marketing expenditures and collaborate with the finance team to ensure budget compliance.<br>• Contribute to social media management by creating and scheduling content to enhance brand visibility.<br>• Develop copy for various marketing platforms, including email, social media, and other digital channels.<br>• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure consistency in branding and messaging.<br>• Monitor the effectiveness of marketing campaigns and provide insights for continuous improvement.
We are looking for a detail-oriented Pricing Analyst to join our services team in Minneapolis, Minnesota. This role requires a strong analytical mindset and a passion for uncovering actionable insights from financial and market data. The ideal candidate will play a key role in shaping pricing strategies and supporting decision-making through data-driven solutions.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Analyze internal and external data to identify trends and opportunities that enhance strategic rate setting and pricing processes.<br>• Provide support for existing and new data models by validating inputs and conducting detailed analyses.<br>• Create competitive intelligence reports and present findings using clear data visualizations.<br>• Examine historical financial data to develop pricing strategies tailored to specific practice areas and methodologies.<br>• Gather information on key project components to address client pricing requirements and requests.<br>• Assist in the collection and validation of internal data for competitive intelligence and survey reporting.<br>• Contribute to the development of tools, templates, and procedures designed to improve pricing workflows across the organization.<br>• Collaborate with external vendors to confirm and validate data while evaluating investment decisions.<br>• Conduct research and benchmarking on legal pricing trends across various markets and practice areas.<br>• Monitor and report on industry-wide rate trends to inform strategic decision-making.
