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Job DescriptionDescriptionThe Vice President of Shared Services will oversee CME’s multidisciplinary technical departments—including surveying, planning, landscape architecture, structural, geotechnical, and engineering—within the Municipal and County markets. This leadership role is responsible for the overall performance, production, and delivery of services across these groups, ensuring operational excellence and collaboration statewide. The VP will manage and coordinate teams across New Jersey to strengthen shared services, drive growth, and enhance the company’s integrated service delivery. Responsibilities · Resource Planning o Responsible for the coordination of personnel to achieve operational and business objectives, by leveraging Trilon workshare, driving growth opportunities through new and existing clients, and managing the team’s resources.o Responsible for driving hiring goals across the business unit to achieve yearly hiring goals.o Responsible for ensuring the business has an appropriate backlog that supports the existing staff base and yearly growth targets.o Proactively forecasting and resolving lulls in business to ensure operational and production goals are meto Coordinating with other business units to ensure positive CME and proper resource allocation · Collaboration and Coordination o CME§ Ensure business units share resources, expertise, and drive a one CME culture across the company.o Clients§ Ensure client satisfaction, client coordination, and overall high-quality service are provided to our clients. § Help ensure that Project and Program managers are held accountable to the project contracts and proactively intervening when necessary to prevent project delays or scope creep that would impact the health or safety of the project. · Financial Performance o Achieve the overall groups’ financial performance, operating as the point person coordinating with other groups to ensure business metrics are being achieved.o Review and mitigate all project writes offs that are $10,000 or more in. · Operational Performance o Ensure project schedules are prepared and maintained.o Hold staff accountable to achieve their project performance goals, including schedule, quality of product, client communication, internal coordination, and production targets.o Monthly, review the backlog of work and utilization rate for each office and department. As required, direct corrective action through the direct manager to ensure all departments remain within budget.o Ensure non-billable payroll time is kept to a minimum throughout the firm.o Implement corrective actions when and where necessary to enforce operational excellence. · Business Development o Responsible for the department’s strategic growth by building out a 3-year strategic roadmap to align with the overall company growth strategy and priorities.o Develop and implement the firm’s business development policies and procedures.o Quarterly, report to the Executive team on the status of the firm’s marketing efforts and direct corrective action as required.o Develop promotional programs including trade shows to attend, public relations, and advertising and promotional literature plans. o Approve qualifications for identifying potential clients and prospects and approve the lists of targets.o Monitor the resolution of client complaints. · People o Performance Management§ Ensure proper career progression and planning is occurring in the organization by holding management accountable to career conversations and other career development programs.§ Support the team and approve of employee performance management in line with HR guidance and Executive leadership and potential to the extent of termination if necessary.§ Approve exceptions to policy and procedures for salary adjustments and general bonus amount allocated for qualified staff.o Hiring§ Responsible for driving employment targets at CME by leveraging recruiting, supporting other business units with recruiting leads, and developing a sustainable backlog that supports growtho Culture§ Uphold a strong CME and Trilon culture across the organization by driving collaborative, safe working environments, which is measured by the team’s performance of eNPS. Personal allocation of time · Billable time – 75%o Proposal and new work ventureso Project work includes reviews, quality reviews, and engineer coordination · Business Development – 15%o Political eventso Trade showso Trilon Coordination · Business Operations – 10%o General management, like hiring, business reviews, business coordination. Qualifications· 15 years’ experience in managing people and engineering projects.· Demonstrated ability to manage a minimum of 30 people and over 30 or more projects simultaneously.· Ability to negotiate and develop effective and profitable relationships with clients· B.S. in engineering, surveying, planning, certified landscape architect, or equivalent specialty.· Licensed engineer, LSRP, surveyor, planner, certified landscape architect, or equivalent BenefitsCME offers a competitive compensation package including: medical, prescription, dental and vision coverage, 401(k) retirement plan with employer match, educational assistance program and paid time off.

Job Description At Factory Direct Enterprises LLC d/b/a Ashley (FDE), we are committed to "Amazing" our Team Members by supporting their journey toward becoming their best selves. This commitment is reflected in our competitive compensation, benefits, culture, and growth opportunities, all of which align with our vision of being the employer of choice in every community we serve. Join a team honored by Furniture Today as one of the Best Places to Work in Furniture for 2025. Who We Are: • #1 Selling Furniture Brand in the World, • #1 Retailer of Furniture and Bedding in the United States As an industry leader, we offer the best compensation package in the furniture industry, including: • Competitive Base Salary range between $70,000 to $90,000 annually based on qualifications and relevant experience., • 401(k) Program with a company match., • Paid Time Off and Holiday Pay, including your birthday., • Medical, Dental, and Vision Benefits starting as low as $25 a week., • Referral Bonuses: Earn up to $1,000 for referring qualified candidates for open positions., • Company Bonus Program: Earn up to 20% bonus potential based on personal and company performance. Our Culture and Team Member Programs: At FDE, we pride ourselves on a culture of recognition and growth. We believe in investing in our team and value their feedback through programs like Employee Surveys. Our Ashley Cares programs highlight our commitment to our team, our guests, and our communities, including: • Hope to Dream: For every mattress sold, a portion of the proceeds is used to purchase and donate beds to children in need (ages 3–16)., • Give a Day: Every Team Member is encouraged to volunteer for one day per year with an approved organization—paid by FDE., • Corporate Chaplains: Support in areas such as grief care, hospital visits, marriage and parenting support, aging parents, and stress management., • Life Resources: Quarterly events supporting Team Members in finances, relationships, health, and wellness., • Team Member Relief Fund: Financial support for unexpected life events., • Analyze historical sales trends, market dynamics, and current performance to create accurate demand forecasts for import product lines., • Monitor and communicate changes in sales forecasts, budgets, and business strategies., • Anticipate demand drivers such as seasonality, promotions, assortment shifts, and external market conditions., • Prioritize inventory and shipment flow based on demand, business priorities, and operational capacity., • Place and track import purchase orders to meet service level and inventory goals., • Monitor inventory levels to increase turns, reduce excess stock, and maximize sales potential., • Recommend and adjust order quantities and delivery timing., • Partner with Merchandising, Sales, and Warehouse Operations to align forecasts with procurement and fulfillment strategies., • Collaborate with Merchants on product lifecycle planning and end-of-life strategies., • Lead supply planning for new product introductions, transitions, and discontinuations., • Identify process gaps and implement solutions that improve forecast precision and supply chain efficiency., • Continuously optimize forecasting tools, methodologies, and reporting., • Full-time position — minimum of 40 hours per week., • Hours may increase during events, holidays, and peak business needs., • Minimal travel as required., • 5+ years in demand planning, forecasting, or supply chain management within retail or consumer goods., • Ability to manage SKU-level forecasting including promotions and seasonality., • Proven improvement in forecast accuracy and process enhancement., • Experience in high-volume, fast-paced environments., • Advanced Microsoft Excel skills (pivot tables, VLOOKUP/XLOOKUP, advanced formulas)., • Cross-functional collaboration experience across Merchandising, Operations, Finance, and vendors., • Strong analytical, problem-solving, and data-driven decision-making skills., • Excellent communication and ability to translate complex data into clear insights., • High attention to detail and data integrity., • Ability to manage multiple projects in a dynamic environment., • Ability to influence stakeholders across departments., • Experience with forecasting/planning software or ERP systems (STORIS, SAP, Oracle, Power BI, Tableau, etc.)., • Experience with import or long-lead-time product planning., • Knowledge of inventory optimization, demand signals, and supply chain risk mitigation., • Exposure to continuous improvement methodologies (Lean, Six Sigma, Kaizen)., • Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Finance, Operations, or related field required., • Master's degree or specialized certification (APICS, IBF, CSCP, CPIM) preferred.