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Job Summary: The Procurement Lead will manage procurement for assigned projects, ensuring the cost-effective and timely sourcing of key equipment and materials for natural gas pipelines and facilities construction. This role oversees sourcing activities, supplier evaluations and negotiations, purchase order management, and collaboration with cross-functional teams to support project execution. The Procurement Lead also identifies strategic supply chain opportunities, drives cost optimization, and maintains supplier relationships to support business goals. Key Responsibilities: • Lead procurement and material sourcing activities for projects of varying complexity., • Develop, issue, and manage sourcing documents including RFPs, RFQs, and RFIs., • Conduct bid evaluations, spreadsheet analyses, and commercial assessments of supplier proposals., • Coordinate proposal evaluations with project stakeholders and support supplier negotiations., • Serve as the single point of contact (SPOC) for all purchase orders within assigned categories or projects., • Build and maintain relationships with suppliers of pipeline materials such as pipe, valves, and fittings., • Collaborate with internal stakeholders including engineering, legal, risk, supplier qualification, and project management teams., • Ensure compliance with purchase order terms and conditions in all supplier interactions., • Maintain accurate procurement records in SAP and review technical specifications and BOMs., • Identify and implement cost savings, process improvements, and efficiencies., • Resolve complex procurement issues affecting operations or project timelines., • Analyze market conditions, supplier performance, and cost drivers to provide recommendations to leadership., • Proactively identify future supply chain needs based on business requirements and data analysis. Required Qualifications: • Bachelor’s degree from a recognized four-year university., • Professional certification or designation in Supply Chain Management., • Minimum of 5 years’ procurement experience purchasing natural gas equipment, such as pipeline materials, valves, fittings, or engineered equipment., • Knowledge of strategic sourcing and supplier relationship management., • Technical and commercial experience purchasing materials/services for midstream natural gas operations., • Strong written and verbal communication skills., • Strategic thinker with the ability to collaborate effectively in a team environment. Preferred Qualifications: • Proven ability to build and maintain relationships with internal and external stakeholders., • Ability to work independently and remotely., • Demonstrated ability to achieve goals and deliver measurable results., • Experience conducting sourcing events (RFPs) for pipeline or facilities construction projects in the natural gas industry., • Strong time management and prioritization skills with the ability to meet tight deadlines. Why Join Us: • Be part of a dynamic team in the natural gas infrastructure industry., • Opportunity to lead procurement for high-impact projects., • Competitive salary and benefits package., • Supportive work environment that values collaboration, innovation, and professional growth. *Please note that assignment durations, pay rates, and job duties are subject to our Client’s business needs and project requirements. *We may use artificial intelligence tools to help our recruiters screen and assess talent. These tools do not replace human decision-making in the hiring process.

Responsibilities Meritage Homes is looking for an Escrow Coordinator role to support new home closings for the Houston Division. The Escrow Coordinator will liaise between Meritage's sales team and our internal and external lenders to finalize closings and has the following responsibilities. Closing/Escrow • Participate in meeting the budgeted closing objectives., • Schedule closings., • Send out projected completion date/closing letters for each buyer., • Complete and finalize all closing statements (including final sales pricing and other terms) and send out to lenders and title companies., • Advise Senior Management of potential escrow/closing problems while also presenting solutions., • Build and maintain relationships with Sales staff, Lenders and Title company representatives. Communicate directly with lenders and title regarding escrows., • Manage the loan progress reports from lenders, follow up with Sales Associates on Buyers that are not in compliance with the contract terms, send letters to buyers for non-performance once the communication with the Buyer by the Sales Associate has occurred, etc., • Provide Buyer, Sales, Lender, Title Company, Design Center, Mortgage, and Construction personnel with the various sales and escrow documents, options contracts and amendment packages., • Update, prepare, copy and distribute Closing Reports., • Receive and review all HUDS before each closing., • Maintain all open and closed escrow files and ensure proper filing. Sales Responsibilities • Generate weekly, monthly and quarterly sales reports to include traffic, closings, gross sales/cancellations and other ad hoc reports., • Responsible for the initial review and processing/distribution of all Purchase Agreements and Exhibits, ensuring any errors are corrected; copy and distribute to Sales, Lender, Buyer and Title. Ensure accuracy of and daily updates to Salesforce and Enterprise One systems., • Review all Purchase Agreements prior to presenting to Finance Director., • Process customer deposits., • Notify Sales Director on all homebuyer issues and/or problems when brought to management attention., • Respond to calls from Buyers, Sales, Lender, Title Company, Design Center, Mortgage, and Construction personnel; resolve or refer to appropriate person or department., • Monitor and ensure the sales department is in compliance with all audit requirements., • Implement/maintain all corporate-approved sales documents. #LI-AJ3 Qualifications • Bachelor's Degree REQUIRED, • Minimum of 2 years of experience in an office support position with at least 1 year of experience in homebuilding, real estate, lender or escrow fields, • Notary Public preferred, • Good understanding of the escrow process and documentation, including purchase documents, options selections, loan requirements and closing procedures, • Proficient in Microsoft Office applications including, Word, Excel, and Outlook, • Experience with Peoplesoft and Constellation/Salesforce or similar database systems preferred, • Strong written/verbal communication skills, proofreading skills, and telephone skills Are you looking for an incredible career opportunity? Then Meritage Homes is the place for you! From the homes we build to the careers we offer, we are focused on delivering a Life.Built.Better.. Meritage is committed to building energy-efficient and affordable entry-level and first move-up homes across the US. We are looking for candidates who are excited about furthering their careers, as well as bringing their authentic self every day to be part of an inclusive organization. Meritage was certified a Great Place To Work for a second year in a row, and is currently ranked on Fortune's Best Workplaces listings in the categories of Construction, Women and Parents. Meritage has delivered over 200,000 homes in its 40-year history, and has a reputation for its distinctive style, quality construction, and award-winning customer experience. Meritage is looking for professionals who are self-starters and want to help our organization grow by providing new and innovative ideas. When joining Meritage Homes, you and your career can benefit in several ways, including: • A work environment that encourages creativity and innovative ideas from every level, • An organization that lives by its core values everyday, • Team atmosphere where every individual is considered a vital asset, • State of the art technology to provide an optimal working environment, • A competitive pay structure, • Strong benefits, • Flexibility in work-life integration, • Team-oriented environment where all individuals play an integral role in the company, • Opportunity to further your career in a growing national organization, • Maintain a competitive drive to be the best

Job Description Job Overview: The Senior Procurement Specialist uses best practices and knowledge of internal or external issues to improve the Procurement discipline within company. The successful candidate will be capable of managing a high volume of procurement packages within a tight timeline and concurrently work with multiple packages as required, applying knowledge and skills to a wide range of standard and nonstandard situations. Interpret customer needs, assess requirements, and identify solutions to non-standard requests. Monitor and control costs within own work. Review invoices for accuracy and progress for on-time payment. Solve moderately complex problems; take a new perspective on existing situations and recommend solutions accordingly. Promotion of teamwork is critical for success. Knowledge of SPMat, JDE, SAP, Oracle is preferred. Responsibilities Key Tasks and Responsibilities: • Hold responsibility for the Supply Chain function within the Project Management Team, • Collaborate with key stakeholders on the development and implementation of project requirements and have a key interface with the client and vendors to ensure project milestones are met on time and within budget, • Lead the procurement strategy within the Project Management Team, ensuring all contract requirements are incorporated as well as negotiated to include the Project required flow-down conditions to minimize exposure, • Develop a Project Procurement execution plan with the assistance of the supply chain function, to include all purchasing, expediting, logistics, communication, and project goals, • Ensure client needs are identified and effectively addressed, pertaining to all supply chain/procurement requirements, and act where required, as a single point of contact with the client for all supply chain and procurement requirements, • Ensure problems are identified timely and appropriate corrective action plans are developed to allow resolution, • Participate in resolving disputes, claims, and performance issues, • Ensure effective and timely status reporting, including representing the supply chain management function in project team meetings, • Ensure auditable procurement files are maintained and project filing and record retention procedures are implemented, • Ensure adherence to project schedule requirements, • Oversee project supply chain management activities, • Ensure deliverable quality level meets both internal and external customer requirements and expectations, • Interface with peers and others to provide and receive information allowing all to perform more effectively, • Lead efforts to conduct project reviews, including transfer of lessons learned to peers and others as appropriate, • Ensure appropriate approval cycles are maintained, • Manage procurement packages including budget and cost, monitoring expenditures on payment approval, change orders, etc., • Manage any dispute on claims with vendors, liaising with SPS, PMT, Legal, etc., • Provide independent advice to the Project Management Team and Function during the project tenure, • Provide support to the SCM Function and Reporting Manager when required, perform tasks as directed Essential Qualifications and Education: • Bachelor’s Degree (or equivalent) in Supply Chain Management (or a relevant discipline) or HSD/GED/IGCSE with 6 years of relevant experience as a Buyer, • 6-10 years of relevant experience, • Experience working with proposals, • Work independently with minimal guidance, • Able to determine own work priorities, • Capable of managing a high volume of procurement packages (mechanical components, piping, instrumentation, electrical, civil/structural materials, within a tight timeline and concurrently work with multiple packages as required, • Act as a resource for colleagues with less experience, • Able to apply knowledge and skills to a wide range of standard and nonstandard situations, • Interpret internal customer needs, assess requirements, and identify solutions to non-standard requests, • Use best practices and knowledge of internal/external business issues to improve products or services in its discipline, • Monitor and control costs within own work budget, • Solve moderately complex problems; take a new perspective on existing solutions, • Manage own time to meet agreed targets; develop plans for short-term work activities in own area, • Promote teamwork, coaching, and guide others, • Knowledge of database software (SmartPlant, JDE, Oracle or SAP) preferred About Us: Our ingenuity fuels daily life. Together, we’ve forged some of the most trusted partnerships across the energy value chain to make what was once just an idea a reality: laying subsea infrastructure thousands of feet below sea level, installing platforms hundreds of miles from shore, using our expertise to design and build offshore wind infrastructure, and reshaping the onshore landscape to deliver the energy products the world needs safely and sustainably. For more than 100 years, we've been making the impossible possible. Today, we're driving the energy transition with more than 30,000 of the brightest minds across 54 countries.

Job DescriptionDrive Growth. Build Partnerships. Shape a Premium Brand. Are you a results-driven CPG sales professional who thrives in the retail grocery space? Do you enjoy building strong buyer relationships, negotiating win-win promotions, and seeing your products succeed on the shelf? We’re looking for an Account Manager – Retail Sales to help grow our premium olive oil and food product portfolio across the U.S. retail market. This role is ideal for someone who blends strategic thinking with hands-on execution and wants to make a visible impact on a growing brand. About Us Our mission is simple: deliver high-quality, premium cooking oils and food products at optimal cost—backed by outstanding customer service. Our products are trusted by retail and industrial customers nationwide, and we’re continuing to expand our footprint across grocery and natural retail channels. Drive Growth & Build Relationships • Own the numbers: Hit monthly KPIs while developing strategic sales plans that fuel revenue growth, • Be the connector: Build and nurture relationships with grocery buyers, distributors, and brokers nationwide, • Expand our footprint: Increase distribution in grocery and natural retail channels through smart business development, • Negotiate like a pro: Structure pricing agreements and promotional contracts that maximize profitability, • Optimize performance: Analyze promotional programs to ensure every marketing dollar counts, • Command the shelf: Secure additional facings and SKUs to boost visibility and salesStrategic Account Management, • Identify key buyers for both branded and Private Label products, • Create annual business plans with realistic, ambitious sales targets, • Build comprehensive promotional planners for each account, • Monitor market conditions and provide actionable insights to leadership, • Manage broker relationships and collaborative partnerships, • Travel to food shows and customer meetings as neededStay Sharp with Analytics, • Track and report on pricing, demand, and competitive landscape, • Prepare compelling sales reports for senior management, • Approve promotional invoices and manage deductions efficiently Education & Experience: • Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Retail Merchandising, Supply Chain Management, Finance, or related field, • 3-5 years of proven CPG wholesale sales successYour Superpowers:, • Results-driven: You don't just meet goals—you exceed them, • Strategic mindset: You see the big picture while mastering the details, • Analytical excellence: Retail math, inventory management, and business analytics are second nature, • Tech-savvy: Advanced Microsoft Office skills and CRM proficiency, • Communication master: Your written and verbal skills inspire and persuade, • Organized & efficient: You juggle multiple priorities without breaking a sweat, • Customer-focused: Outstanding service is in your DNA, • Competitive spirit: You thrive in fast-paced, challenging environmentsReady to Make Your Move? If you're a proactive problem-solver who gets energized by challenges and excited by growth opportunities, we want to hear from you! Apply today and let's build something great together.

Job DescriptionPosition: Senior Buyer Report to: Manager, Materials Department: Materials Location: Houston or relocation as required Main Functions 1. INVENTORY: The Senior Buyer will be responsible for driving the Inventory Turns performance on a customer-by-customer basis. Working with Account Managers to ensure the correct Inventory policies are being applied to support the individual customers' supply requirements and the Business Goals., 2. MATERIALS PLANNING: The Senior Buyer will be responsible for ensuring that a good material pipeline is established and that Material requirements for each customer are in line with the Site build schedule., 3. SUPERVISION: The Senior Buyer will be responsible for the coordination of all Material Planner and Expeditor activity daily. Ensuring that the correct level of staff is in place at the correct skills level to effectively manage all material aspects of the business., 4. SYSTEMS: The Senior Buyer will be responsible for the Integrity of all Materials data loaded onto systems within the facility. Also, the responsibility extends to ensuring that all those required to use systems, such as SAP, MAPS, etc, are fully trained and are aware of these systems' capabilities. Duties and Responsibilities 1. INVENTORY: The Senior Buyer will be responsible for establishing a process that will analyse and publish inventory accuracy reports every week. Also looking at all inventory movement, processes, and procedures that are required to accurately track, move, and dispose of inventory., 2. MATERIALS PLANNING: The Senior Buyer will be responsible for ensuring that all materials demands are loaded onto the SAP systems in line with the Build / MRP requirements., 3. CLEAN TO BUILD: The Senior Buyer will be responsible for chairing a weekly clean-to-build process that will establish in advance the Materials position from a weekly build viewpoint. This will also provide the key shortages that need to be worked on to maintain build levels in the coming weeks., 5. MRB / DISPOSALS: The Senior Buyer will be responsible for the Movement and disposal of all / any Excess, damaged, or obsolete Materials. This also entails management and assignment of tasks of the MRB process for all non-conforming material, which must be actioned and disposed of daily., 6. COMMUNICATION: The Senior Buyer will be responsible for establishing and maintaining effective communications with all members of the Materials Planning Group, ensuring that all employees are aware of all issues within the Group and the Factory., 8. APPRAISALS: The Senior Buyer will be responsible for administering the agreed structured appraisal system for all employees within the Materials Planning Group. This will be the basis for assessing an employee’s overall performance and the subsequent salary increases and /or promotions that may result. It will also be required to conduct both Training Needs Analysis and Succession Planning as a function of this exercise and to ensure ongoing Employee Development., 9. REQUISITION CONTROL: The Senior Buyer will be responsible for the manual and electronic approvals of all Materials requisitions prior to the placement of purchase orders by the European Procurement group. Job specification Qualifications/Experience • The Senior Buyer will have a further education qualification such as a Degree in relevant Discipline, or an equivalent qualification from a recognised authority., • The Senior Buyer will have at least three years of Management / Supervisory experience in a Materials role, preferably within a high-volume electronics manufacturing environment., • The Senior Buyer will have a clean driving license and a current full passport., • The Senior Buyer must be flexible with respect to working hours and foreign travel, on the basis that overtime is expected and allowed for in the employee's salary., • The Senior Buyer will have a good command of business English; further language skills would also be a benefit.Primary skills/ competences, • The Senior Buyer will have good organisational and leadership skills with the capability to delegate and re-prioritise based upon prevailing, business conditions., • The Senior Buyer will have a good command of business English; further language skills would also be a benefit., • The Senior Buyer will be a good communicator with the ability to work at all levels in a positive and constructive manner.Second priority skills and competences, • Presentation skills., • Monotonous tolerance., • Advanced Excel user. opgwffOupC

Job DescriptionJob Summary The Buyer is responsible for the day-to-day purchasing of assigned materials, products, and services to support manufacturing, branches, and sales operations. This role ensures timely purchase order placement, supplier coordination, cost awareness, and inventory control. The Buyer supports cost improvement initiatives, evaluates supplier performance, and collaborates cross-functionally to balance cost, quality, and delivery. Job Duties and Responsibilities • Places purchase orders for assigned product groups based on demand, safety stock, and inventory targets., • Monitors open purchase orders and expedite shipments as needed to support production and customer requirements and senior staff recommendations., • Obtains quotes from approved vendors to support Houston Sales/Branches with timely pricing., • Supports internal transfer orders and replenishment planning for assigned items., • Coordinates with suppliers to clarify specifications or delivery updates., • Assists Quality Assurance with supplier corrective action requests (CARs) and follows up for timely responses., • Updates vendor contract pricing and audits pricing for accuracy in company ERP program, based on senior staff recommendations., • Maintains current vendor contact lists, price lists, and purchasing files., • Resolves invoice discrepancies by working with Accounts Payable and vendors., • Analyzes purchasing trends and cost drivers using ERP tools to identify cost saving opportunities including volume purchases and alternate sourcing strategies, with management approval., • Monitors product lead times and communicates risks or delays., • Supports inventory planning efforts to avoid shortages or excess stock., • Escalates supply issues to Purchasing Manager and collaborates to resolve problems., • Maintains awareness of industry trends affecting pricing and availability., • Interacts with cross-functional teams and departments to meet operational needs., • Performs other related duties as assigned.Skills, • Strong organizational and communication skills., • Analytical thinking and problem-solving ability., • Basic to intermediate negotiation skills., • Familiarity with procurement processes and quality functions., • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment., • Proficiency in MS Office and ERP systems (SL8 preferred)., • Ability to collaborate cross-functionally.Education, • Required: Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business, or related field. 4 years of relevant purchasing or supply chain experience may be considered in lieu of degree., • Preferred: CPSM or other supply chain certification.Work Experience, • Required: Previous experience in supply chain, business management, purchasing, inventory management, or manufacturing management through an internship, co-op, or volunteer program., • Preferred: 2 years of experience in purchasing, supply chain, or related role preferably in the manufacturing industry.Physical Requirements, • Prolonged periods of sitting and working at a computer. 1fj0pT0dUv

Job DescriptionBenefits: • 401(k) matching, • Bonus based on performance, • Competitive salary Are you a results-driven CPG sales professional who thrives in the retail grocery space? Do you enjoy building strong buyer relationships, negotiating win-win promotions, and seeing your products succeed on the shelf? Were looking for an Account Manager Retail Sales to help grow our premium olive oil and food product portfolio across the U.S. retail market. This role is ideal for someone who blends strategic thinking with hands-on execution and wants to make a visible impact on a growing brand. About Us Our mission is simple: deliver high-quality, premium cooking oils and food products at optimal costbacked by outstanding customer service. Our products are trusted by retail and industrial customers nationwide, and were continuing to expand our footprint across grocery and natural retail channels. Drive Growth & Build Relationships • Own the numbers: Hit monthly KPIs while developing strategic sales plans that fuel revenue growth, • Be the connector: Build and nurture relationships with grocery buyers, distributors, and brokers nationwide, • Expand our footprint: Increase distribution in grocery and natural retail channels through smart business development, • Negotiate like a pro: Structure pricing agreements and promotional contracts that maximize profitability, • Optimize performance: Analyze promotional programs to ensure every marketing dollar counts, • Command the shelf: Secure additional facings and SKUs to boost visibility and salesStrategic Account Management, • Identify key buyers for both branded and Private Label products, • Create annual business plans with realistic, ambitious sales targets, • Build comprehensive promotional planners for each account, • Monitor market conditions and provide actionable insights to leadership, • Manage broker relationships and collaborative partnerships, • Travel to food shows and customer meetings as neededStay Sharp with Analytics, • Track and report on pricing, demand, and competitive landscape, • Prepare compelling sales reports for senior management, • Approve promotional invoices and manage deductions efficiently Education & Experience: • Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Retail Merchandising, Supply Chain Management, Finance, or related field, • 3-5 years of proven CPG wholesale sales successYour Superpowers:, • Results-driven: You don't just meet goalsyou exceed them, • Strategic mindset: You see the big picture while mastering the details, • Analytical excellence: Retail math, inventory management, and business analytics are second nature, • Tech-savvy: Advanced Microsoft Office skills and CRM proficiency, • Communication master: Your written and verbal skills inspire and persuade, • Organized & efficient: You juggle multiple priorities without breaking a sweat, • Customer-focused: Outstanding service is in your DNA, • Competitive spirit: You thrive in fast-paced, challenging environmentsReady to Make Your Move? If you're a proactive problem-solver who gets energized by challenges and excited by growth opportunities, we want to hear from you! Apply today and let's build something great together.

Job Description About Us! Raptor was founded in 2002 with the mission to protect every child, every school, every day. Today, Raptor is a school safety partner for 60,000 schools in 55 countries, providing SaaS and mobile technology as well as comprehensive training and consultation solutions across the entire school safety life cycle, ranging from crisis prevention and preparation to emergency response and recovery. Raptor's globally integrated product portfolio supports a school's foundation of safety and wellbeing, including Emergency Management, Campus Movement, Student Wellbeing and Safety Training and Compliance. About the Role The Junior Proposal Manager is a Product Marketing–owned role that supports the development, management, and submission of high-quality RFP, RFI, and proposal responses in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment. This position focuses on content development, organization, optimization, and compliance, working in close partnership with Sales, Product, Legal, Finance, Professional Services, and Customer Success. This role plays a key part in supporting revenue growth by helping the organization respond quickly and effectively to inbound RFPs, ensuring proposal content is accurate, differentiated, on-brand, and aligned to buyer needs. The role offers exposure to product positioning, competitive messaging, and sales enablement, with opportunities to grow into more senior proposal, product marketing, or sales enablement roles over time. Responsibilities RFP & Proposal Development Support • Support the preparation, writing, editing, and submission of RFP responses, RFIs, and proposals under the direction of Product Marketing., • Draft clear, persuasive, and compliant content aligned with customer requirements, Product Marketing messaging, and sales strategy., • Prepare first drafts for defined proposal sections such as company overview, product descriptions, implementation, customer support, and security responses., • Gather required RFP inputs from Sales, Product, Marketing, Legal, Finance, Professional Services, and Customer Success., • Track and manage critical RFP milestones, including Q&A deadlines, amendment releases, and final submission timelines., • Track amendment acknowledgments and ensure all updates are reflected accurately in final submissions., • Review proposal content for accuracy, clarity, consistency, and adherence to brand voice., • Maintain, organize, and continuously improve RFP content libraries, templates, and standardized responses to increase efficiency, consistency, and scalability., • Draft and maintain reusable response content for common RFP sections to reduce turnaround time and improve quality., • Partner closely with the Product Marketing team to stay informed on product messaging, value propositions, technical descriptions, competitive positioning, and product updates., • Ensure proposal content remains current, accurate, and aligned with approved product and brand messaging., • Work directly with Sales to understand customer needs, proposal objectives, and deal context., • Support proposal strategy by tailoring messaging to customer priorities, buyer personas, use cases, and competitive landscape., • Track RFP submissions and outcomes to support basic reporting and performance insights., • Identify opportunities to improve proposal workflows, templates, and content reuse., • Contribute to maintaining consistency, quality, and accuracy across all proposal materials., • Consistently meeting proposal deadlines with minimal rework or escalation., • Increasing reuse of standardized, approved proposal content., • Delivering clear, accurate, and customer-aligned drafts that require fewer revisions., • Positive feedback from Sales and Product Marketing on proposal quality and alignment. Qualifications • 1–3 years of experience in one or more of the following areas:, • RFP writing, proposal coordination, or related business writing, • Product marketing, technical writing, or content development, • B2B marketing, sales enablement, communications, or similar roles, • Strong writing and editing skills with attention to detail and tone., • Experience managing multiple deadlines in a fast-paced environment., • Proven ability to synthesize technical and product information into clear, customer-focused messaging., • Strong organizational and time-management skills., • Comfortable working cross-functionally with Sales, Product, Marketing, and other teams., • Experience responding to RFPs, RFIs, or proposals in SaaS, EdTech, GovTech, or B2B environments., • Familiarity with proposal management tools or content libraries., • Experience supporting sales enablement or revenue-focused initiatives., • Basic understanding of competitive positioning and messaging strategy. What's in it for you? • You join the gold standard in school safety software., • You will join a company where innovation and customer collaboration are part of what drives new product development to help keep kids safe., • You will work with diverse teams made up of some of the best minds in the industry., • You will get exposure to strong mentorship and leadership that have supported a long history of career advancement opportunities for our employees., • You will have access to a robust benefits package that includes:, • Remote-first philosophy, • Flexible paid time off, • Paid parental leave, • 11 Paid holidays per year, • Workplace flexibility, • Affordable health coverage (medical, dental, vision), paid 100% for employee only medical, • 401(k) employer contribution to help you plan for the future, • Company paid life insurance, STD, and LTD, • Pet insurance Due to the high volume of applications we receive, we are unable to personally respond to every applicant or provide individual feedback. Candidates selected to move forward will be contacted directly by our team. We appreciate your interest in Raptor Technologies. If you are a resident of California, Colorado, New Jersey, New York or Washington, please reach out to for a reasonable estimate of annual base compensation and any eligible incentive compensation. The actual compensation offered to successful candidates for roles may be higher or lower, based on non-discriminatory criteria including but not limited to relevant professional experience, geographic location, knowledge, skills, and abilities. This range will be reviewed on a regular basis. Raptor Technologies is an Equal Opportunity Employer, providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, compensation, training, promotion, transfer, leaves of absence, and termination.

Job DescriptionBenefits: • 401(k), • Bonus based on performance, • Competitive salary, • Paid time off The Junior Buyer works closely with sales, operations, logistics, and quality control to ensure product availability aligns with customer demand, pricing strategies, and margin targets. Key Responsibilities Purchasing & Vendor Support • Assist senior buyers with daily purchasing of assigned produce categories, • Communicate with growers, shippers, brokers, and import partners regarding pricing, availability, and market conditions, • Request, review, and compare quotes; prepare buy sheets and purchase recommendations, • Track open orders, arrivals, shortages, substitutions, and overagesMarket & Cost Analysis, • Monitor daily market trends, seasonality, supply disruptions, and pricing volatility, • Maintain accurate cost data including FOB, freight, duty, and landed cost calculations, • Assist with margin analysis and cost-plus pricing strategies, • Support weekly and monthly procurement reportingQuality & Inventory Coordination, • Coordinate with QC teams on inbound product quality, rejections, and claims, • Communicate quality feedback to vendors and document issues, • Support inventory rotation, shelf-life awareness, and waste reduction initiativesCross-Functional Execution, • Work closely with sales to ensure product availability aligns with demand, • Coordinate with logistics and warehouse teams on delivery timing and volume accuracy, • Assist in ERP updates (purchase orders, item costs, vendor records)Process & Documentation, • Maintain organized records of purchases, confirmations, and vendor communications, • Follow internal SOPs related to food safety, traceability, and compliance, • Assist in vendor onboarding and documentation tracking when neededRequired Qualifications, • 13 years of experience in produce, food distribution, logistics, or procurement (preferred), • Strong numerical skills with comfort analyzing pricing and margins, • Excellent communication skills (written and verbal), • High attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities, • Proficiency with Excel and ERP systems (or ability to learn quickly), • Ability to work early hours and respond to time-sensitive market changesPreferred Qualifications, • Experience in wholesale produce, import/export, or perishable goods, • Bilingual (English/Spanish) strongly preferred, • Understanding of produce seasonality and supply chains, • Exposure to FOB buying, freight coordination, or quality control processesCore Competencies, • Analytical thinking, • Execution under pressure, • Vendor relationship management, • Cost awareness and margin discipline, • Team collaboration and accountabilityGrowth Path This role is designed as a development track toward: • Produce Buyer, • Category Buyer, • Senior Buyer / Procurement ManagerHigh performers will gain increased buying authority, vendor ownership, and category responsibility.

Lead Boating Strategy for a National Retailer - Enterprise Visibility, Strategic Ownership, Full Relocation + Sign-On This Jobot Job is hosted by: Sierra Johnson Are you a fit? Easy Apply now by clicking the "Apply" button and sending us your resume. Salary: $130,000 - $145,000 per year A bit about us: We are a nationally recognized, retailer with a strong footprint across the United States and a proven track record of sustained growth. Our culture is people-first and performance-driven. We believe in empowering leaders with true ownership of their categories, encouraging entrepreneurial thinking, and creating clear pathways for advancement. This is an opportunity to join a stable, well-capitalized organization that combines the scale of a national retailer with the agility and energy of a growth-focused business. Leaders here are given visibility, autonomy, and the resources needed to make a real impact. Why join us? True Category Ownership – Full P&L responsibility, Open-to-Buy control, vendor strategy, and assortment planning authority High Visibility Role – Direct impact on enterprise strategy with cross-functional leadership exposure Competitive Compensation + Performance Bonus Robust Relocation Package – Comprehensive support including moving expenses, temporary housing assistance, and transition support Comprehensive Benefits Package – Medical, dental, vision, HSA/FSA options, life and disability coverage 401(k) with Company Match – Long-term wealth-building support Career Growth Path – Clear advancement opportunities within a stable, expanding national organization Collaborative, Entrepreneurial Culture – Work alongside experienced merchandising, planning, sourcing, and eCommerce leaders Job Details The Senior Category Buyer is a crucial role in our organization, requiring a robust combination of strategic planning, leadership, and execution skills. This individual will have a significant influence on the company's growth and profitability by managing the Boating & Marine category. The role demands a strong financial acumen, and in-depth understanding of retail and the marine industry. Responsibilities: 1. Lead the Category Management Team to drive sales and manage inventory effectively., 2. Manage the Open to Buy process, ensuring optimal inventory levels and minimizing stockouts or overstocks., 3. Complete assortment planning and manage product lifecycles to maximize profitability and customer satisfaction., 4. Develop, mentor, train, and manage assistant buyers, fostering a high-performing, collaborative team environment., 5. Oversee vendor management, including vendor allowance collections and vendor strategy, to ensure strong relationships and advantageous terms., 6. Stay informed of industry trends and market conditions to identify opportunities for growth and improvement., 7. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align category strategy with overall business objectives. Qualifications: 1. Minimum of 5 years of retail experience, preferably in a buying role., 2. At least 3+ years of experience in the boating, fishing, marine, or a similar category., 3. Strong financial acumen, with the ability to analyze financial reports and make data-driven decisions., 4. Demonstrated experience in vendor management and negotiation., 5. Proven leadership skills, with experience in training and mentoring team members., 6. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders., 7. Willingness to travel up to 15% of the time, domestically and internationally., 8. Passion for the boating and marine industry, with a deep understanding of the market and customer needs., 9. Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, or a related field is preferred., 10. 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