<p>We are looking for a Procurement Specialist to join a manufacturing team on a Contract basis. This role will support proposal and estimate development by evaluating material needs, purchased components, and labor requirements tied to production activities. The position is well suited for someone who understands manufacturing operations and can translate production methods into accurate cost assessments. You will work closely with internal stakeholders to help build reliable pricing inputs for quotes and planning decisions.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Prepare detailed cost estimates for raw materials, externally sourced components, and labor associated with manufacturing proposals.</p><p>• Review product structures and bills of materials to identify required parts, quantities, and cost drivers for each estimate.</p><p>• Assess fabrication and assembly processes, including methods such as machining and welding, to develop realistic production cost assumptions.</p><p>• Analyze labor content for assembly and related shop activities to support accurate proposal pricing.</p><p>• Partner with proposal management and procurement teams to gather supplier pricing, validate assumptions, and strengthen estimate accuracy.</p><p>• Create and manage purchase order-related inputs and procurement documentation that support buying activities and sourcing decisions.</p><p>• Apply lean manufacturing concepts when evaluating cost opportunities and potential efficiencies within the estimating process.</p><p>• Use company procurement and estimating tools to organize data, track inputs, and maintain consistency across proposal activities.</p>
We are looking for a Procurement and Contract Specialist to support contract and procurement operations for a higher education organization in Newark, New Jersey. This Long-term Contract position is ideal for someone who can manage a high volume of agreements, communicate effectively with senior stakeholders, and maintain accuracy in a fast-paced administrative environment. The role focuses on contract administration, vendor and specialized services agreements, and day-to-day coordination within Workday and related procurement processes.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Manage the full lifecycle of contracts, from intake and review through processing, execution, and ongoing administration.<br>• Coordinate a large volume of agreements each month, ensuring timely handling of construction, engineering, and specialized services contracts.<br>• Use Workday and other procurement systems to route, track, and maintain contract records with a high level of accuracy.<br>• Partner with senior leadership, internal departments, and external vendors to move agreements forward and resolve contract-related questions.<br>• Support procurement operations by reducing administrative burden, organizing documentation, and keeping activities on schedule.<br>• Monitor contract timelines, renewals, and approvals to help maintain compliance with internal standards and business requirements.<br>• Communicate contract terms, status updates, and next steps clearly in both verbal and written interactions.<br>• Handle sensitive information with discretion while maintaining strong attention to detail across all contract activities.
<p>We are looking for an accomplished finance leader to guide the accounting and financial strategy for the Americas business, with operations spanning the United States and Canada. This role combines hands-on oversight of core finance activities with strategic partnership across the organization to improve performance, strengthen decision-making, and support sustainable growth. Based in Long Island City, New York, this position is best suited for a commercially minded individual who can translate financial data into practical business actions while maintaining strong operational discipline.</p><p><br></p><p>Require more than general FP&A experience, key is someone with strong Commercial Finance experience - ability to partner with Sales and look at their pricing models, how to increase EBITA/GM etc.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Lead the full finance and accounting function across the regional business, including planning cycles, reporting, cash management, billing, receivables, payables, purchasing, and treasury activities.</p><p>• Partner with senior leadership to interpret financial performance, uncover trends, and turn analysis into actionable plans that improve profitability and long-term results.</p><p>• Establish and refine performance metrics that connect market conditions and operating drivers to business outcomes, enabling management to track progress and make informed adjustments.</p><p>• Oversee expense management and capital spending by evaluating cost drivers, reviewing investment priorities, and providing financial perspective on expected returns.</p><p>• Manage cash flow forecasting, liquidity planning, and working capital performance while coordinating with broader finance stakeholders on funding needs and cash conversion objectives.</p><p>• Provide financial guidance on significant commercial arrangements, including customer contracts, partnerships, leasing structures, and equipment-related investments.</p><p>• Maintain a strong control environment by ensuring accounting practices, financial reporting, and compliance activities align with corporate standards and applicable regulations.</p><p>• Coordinate annual audits and support related financial reviews, including statutory reporting, insurance matters, and internal audit activities.</p><p>• Direct the preparation and review of tax and regulatory filings, including sales tax and other required submissions across relevant jurisdictions.</p><p>• Assess the efficiency of financial systems and business processes, and work cross-functionally to implement improvements that enhance accuracy, control, and scalability.</p>
<p><strong>Finance Director, New Haven Area</strong></p><p><strong>Contact: </strong>Brittany Rizzo / Brittany.Rizzo@roberthalf com</p><p><strong>Reference ID: </strong>BR0013384966</p><p>Salary range of $140,000-$160,000. Company offers benefits including medical, dental, vision, 401k and paid time off. </p><p><br></p><p><strong>Position Overview</strong></p><p>Our client is a local non-profit in the greater New Haven area and is seeking an experienced, strategic, and ethical finance professional to serve as its next <strong>Finance Director</strong>. This executive-level position is responsible for the overall leadership, management, and oversight of the financial operations, ensuring fiscal integrity, transparency, and long-term financial sustainability.</p><p>The Finance Director serves as a key member of the leadership team and works closely with the Manager, elected officials, department heads, auditors, and the community.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Direct and oversee all financial operations, including budgeting, accounting, payroll, accounts payable/receivable, treasury management, purchasing, and financial reporting.</li><li>Develop and manage the Town’s annual operating and capital budgets.</li><li>Provide long-range financial forecasting and strategic financial planning.</li><li>Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual financial reports for the Town Manager and Town Council.</li><li>Ensure compliance with all federal, state, and local laws, regulations, and reporting requirements.</li><li>Coordinate and oversee annual independent audits and implement recommendations.</li><li>Manage cash flow, investments, debt issuance, and bond compliance.</li><li>Establish and maintain strong internal controls and financial policies.</li><li>Supervise and mentor finance department staff.</li><li>Present financial information clearly to elected officials and the public.</li><li>Support grant administration and financial reporting for externally funded programs.</li></ul>
We are looking for a strategic and results-driven Director of Marketing to lead demand generation and brand growth for a high-volume business in New York, New York. This role will oversee established acquisition efforts while shaping a more unified marketing function that supports multiple brands and the broader sales organization. The ideal candidate brings strong performance marketing leadership, sharp analytical judgment, and the ability to turn marketing investment into measurable business outcomes.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Lead marketing strategy across the primary brand and affiliated brands, creating a centralized approach that supports pipeline growth for the full sales organization.<br>• Expand and refine current acquisition programs, setting performance benchmarks and improving efficiency through clear measurement of lead quality, conversion, and revenue impact.<br>• Develop paid media into a major source of growth by managing campaigns across platforms such as Google and Meta, building conversion-focused journeys, and optimizing toward funded outcomes.<br>• Oversee lifecycle and nurture marketing programs, including automated journeys, lead scoring models, and effective handoff processes that deliver sales-ready prospects.<br>• Establish a reliable attribution framework that connects marketing activity to downstream results, including funded deals, acquisition cost, and return on investment.<br>• Direct brand positioning, messaging, and creative execution across the portfolio to strengthen market presence and maintain credible, compelling communication.<br>• Manage content and brand production across internal teams, external partners, and AI-supported resources to ensure quality, speed, and consistency.<br>• Partner closely with sales and operational leaders to align marketing output with business priorities and improve the path from inquiry to conversion.
<p>Join a leading global company with a broad geographic footprint, a strong reputation for operational excellence, and a clear commitment to sustainable growth and responsible business practices. </p><p><br></p><p>Currently, the organization is seeking a <strong>Director of FP&A</strong> to serve as a key member of its finance and enterprise leadership teams. This is an opportunity to influence how the firm plans, allocates resources, measures performance, and makes strategic decisions. The Director will lead enterprise FP&A while serving as a strategic advisor to senior finance and business executives. The role will translate complex financial and operating information into clear insights that help leadership identify opportunities, manage risk, improve performance, and support sustainable growth.</p><p><br></p><p>The Senior Vice President who oversees the position describes it simply<em>: “The Director of FP&A is a strategic business partner, enterprise catalyst, and steward of long-term value creation.”</em></p><p><br></p><p>Working closely with the CFO and Sr. VP, the Director of FP&A will continue to modernize and influence the FP&A function. This means leveraging advanced analytics, automation, and emerging AI capabilities to improve efficiency and scalability. The position offers significant visibility and the opportunity to help shape the evolution of finance across a complex global organization. The ideal candidate will bring significant enterprise-level FP&A experience, ideally within a publicly traded or similarly complex global organization. </p><p><br></p><p>This is a high-impact leadership opportunity for a finance executive who wants to operate beyond traditional FP&A and have a meaningful voice in enterprise strategy. The successful candidate will help shape the way the organization uses financial insight, data, and technology to make decisions, drive performance, and create long-term value. The company offers a highly competitive base salary and performance-based bonus and requires 4 days per week in the Manhattan<strong> office</strong>. For immediate consideration, please send your resume to <strong>Kristin.Kelleher@roberthalf</strong>.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Oversee forecasting, budgeting, long-term planning, and financial performance across a complex global organization.</li><li>Partner with senior leaders to provide financial insight, identify opportunities and risks, and support growth, investment, and resource allocation decisions.</li><li>Advance processes, reporting, analytics, automation, and emerging AI capabilities to improve efficiency and decision-making.</li><li>Develop clear, forward-looking analysis and presentations that help senior leadership understand performance and make informed strategic decisions.</li><li>Lead and develop FP&A talent while fostering collaboration, accountability, innovation, and a strong commitment to the organization’s principles and long-term objectives.</li></ul><p><br></p><p><br></p>