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Job Description Position Title: Warehouse Operations Manager Location: South Hackensack, NJ Lead with Good Purpose Goodwill Greater New York and Northern New Jersey (GWNYNJ) believes that the power of work and sustainable fashion is how we unlock the good in our communities. For over 100 years, we have built a purpose driven brand through our nearly thirty stores, outlets, donation centers and e-commerce operations across New York and Northern New Jersey. Our donated goods retail operations (DGR) proudly funds our collective mission to empower individuals with disabilities and other barriers to employment to gain independence through the power of work. If you’re a logistics master passionate about innovating with purpose, loves a good treasure hunt and want to have positive impact, then we want to hear from you! Bonus if you’re into maximizing square footage and drawing space utilization plans. We’re on the hunt for our next Warehouse Operations Manager. This individual is responsible for leading the daily operations of our South Hackensack warehouse, ensuring production goals are met, warehouse processes are streamlined, and the team is executing at a high level to support the retail network. This role also oversees the production of salvage programs, as well as waste reduction initiatives within the warehouse. The ideal candidate is hands-on, data-driven, and focused on delivering operational efficiency, speed, and safety while maximizing the impact of every donation. The Awesome Things You’ll Do • Oversee day-to-day operations of the South Hackensack warehouse to ensure high efficiency, accuracy, and productivity, • Execute salvage program within the warehouse, ensuring production goals are hit, • Ensure smooth coordination between warehouse operations and the retail network by maintaining accurate, timely, and consistent inventory flow, • Partner closely with the logistics team to ensure accurate, on-time deliveries to retail locations, supporting revenue and customer experience, • Manage and schedule warehouse staff based on operational needs, while fostering a high-performing, mission-driven team culture, • Maintain a strong focus on safety, speed, and continuous improvement throughout all warehouse functions, • Utilize inventory systems and reporting tools to drive accuracy, streamline workflows, and support operational decisions, • Apply lean principles and continuous improvement practices to identify inefficiencies and improve warehouse performance, • Ensure all donations are properly sorted, processed, and utilized to support the organization's mission and minimize waste, • 2+ years of experience in warehouse operations or logistics; retail or nonprofit warehouse experience preferred, • Hands-on leadership style with a focus on team development, accountability, and operational excellence, • Experience with inventory management systems and warehouse technologies, • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to use data to improve performance, • Knowledge of lean operations, continuous improvement, and warehouse best practices, • Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-volume environment with shifting priorities, • Passion for mission-driven work and maximizing social impact, • Proven work ethic with the utmost integrity, • Leads by example and inspires others to do the same, • Understands and can manage safety policies, culture and behavior change, • Passionate, Empathetic, Grounded and Open Minded, • Proposed hiring range of $80,000 to $88,000, • Generous Time off policy to use when you need it, • Health, wellness and financial resources to help you achieve our personal goals, • Robust health benefits including medical, dental, vision, parental leaves and company sponsored life insurance, • Retirement matching programs and contributions We believe in creating space for everyone to do their best work and have individual and collective impact. We believe in challenging the status quo and setting ambitious goals in the name of doing more good. We believe that being your best self and helping others do the same is how we bring our mission alive. Even if you don’t think you meet all the qualifications listed for the job, we would love to hear from you! If you need assistance with your application please reach out to

Job DescriptionAbout Thea Energy: Thea Energy is leveraging recent breakthroughs in stellarator physics and engineering to create a faster and simpler approach to commercializing fusion energy. The company is reinventing the stellarator using computer-controlled arrays of planar coils thereby replacing the intricate, complex modular magnets required in all other stellarator architectures. Thea Energy is on a mission to create a limitless source of zero emission energy for a sustainable future. Position Overview: Thea Energy is looking for an experienced, highly motivated human resources professional to help scale and manage its HR practices, talent, and culture. This candidate will interact with the Company’s leadership, finance & operations, and technical teams to facilitate recruitment, onboarding, and help to grow its strong company culture and overall employee experience. This role will have a high degree of autonomy, and the ideal candidate must be able to move quickly. Your efforts will directly contribute to the organization's success by supporting HR initiatives and attracting, developing, and retraining top talent. Thea Energy’s dynamic team is made up of self-motivated individuals with an excitement for solving complex problems.Key Responsibility Areas: • Manage and grow Thea Energy’s talent recruitment, screening, and interviewing processes, • Plan hiring strategy for key future roles, • Manage employee onboarding and new hire orientation processes, • Manage and develop company policies, programs, and procedures, and evolve processes as the company grows, • Foster diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives and community engagement plans, • Coordinate employee benefits packages, • Work with the Company’s leadership to support employee growth & development, • Nurture and track career paths for team members, • Advise in employee review and compensation discussions, • Maintain HR related files and information, • Employ strategies to build, maintain, and grow the Company’s workplace cultureIdeal Experience & Skillsets:, • 10+ years of relevant work experience, • Past leadership positions and experience managing and growing HR organizations, • Proven ability of supporting businesses through growth periods, • Proven organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects and priorities, • Excellent negotiation, communication, and collaboration skills, • Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic startup environment, • Ability to work across cross-functional teams to support HR challenges and recruitment needs, • Experience with Lever ATS or similar ATS tools, • Well organized, structured and process driven with a speed & execution mindset, • Excellent oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills, • Strong ethics and discretion, • Ability to find creative solutions to problems, • Exceptional work ethicCompany Benefits:, • Salary range $125,000-$185,000, • Comprehensive health benefits (e.g. medical/dental/vision), • Employee equity stock options

Job DescriptionAbout Thea Energy: Thea Energy is leveraging recent breakthroughs in stellarator physics and engineering to create a faster and simpler approach to commercializing fusion energy. The company is reinventing the stellarator using computer-controlled arrays of planar coils thereby replacing the intricate, complex modular magnets required in all other stellarator architectures. Thea Energy is on a mission to create a limitless source of zero emission energy for a sustainable future. Position Overview: Thea Energy is seeking a highly motivated human resources & recruiting generalist to join its rapidly growing team. In this role, you will support ongoing recruitment efforts, cultivate a positive workplace environment, and implement HR best practices. In this role, you will interact with the Company’s finance & operations and technical teams to facilitate interview processes, manage onboarding of new hires, and help to grow its strong company culture and overall employee experience. This role will have a high degree of autonomy, and the ideal candidate must be able to move quickly. Your efforts will directly contribute to the organization's success by supporting HR initiatives and attracting, developing, and retraining top talent. Thea Energy’s dynamic team is made up of self-motivated individuals with an excitement for solving complex problems. Key Responsibility Areas: • Assist in managing talent recruitment, screening and interviewing, • Utilize our Applicant Tracking System (ATS), Lever, and maintain accurate and up to date records, • Coordinate employee onboarding and new hire orientation processes, • Develop company policies and evolve processes as the company grows, • Support Thea Energy’s diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) initiatives and community engagement plans, • Coordinate employee benefits packages, • Work with the Company’s leadership to support employee growth & development, • Nurture and track career paths for team members, • Advise in employee review and compensation discussions, • Maintain HR related files and information, • Employ strategies to build, maintain, and grow the Company’s workplace culture, • Plan employee engagement initiatives and retention programs as well as team-building activities, • Provide input on policy, programs, and procedures Ideal Experience & Skillsets:, • 2+ years of internal technical recruitment experience, • 2+ years of HR experience with a related degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, a related field, • Proven organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects and priorities, • Excellent negotiation, communication, and collaboration skills, • Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic startup environment, • Ability to work across cross-functional teams to support HR challenges and recruitment needs, • Background in human resources and recruitment within a hard-tech environment, • Experience with Lever ATS or similar ATS tools, • Passionate about DEI in the workplace, • Well organized, structured and process driven with a speed & execution mindset, • Excellent oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills, • Strong ethics and discretion, • Ability to find creative solutions to problems, • Exceptional work ethic Company Benefits:, • Salary range $85,000-$150,000, • Comprehensive health benefits (e.g. medical/dental/vision), • Employee equity stock options

Job DescriptionJob Description Overall Job Summary: The Department Supervisor is responsible for supporting the Sales and Profit goals in the store by executing a plan to deliver the Best Customer Experience in the department and overall store. The Department Supervisor will work in accordance with legal requirements and H&M standards, policies, and procedures to meet the expectations of customers and colleagues. This position reports to our Department Manager or Store Manager (based on volume) and has the following direct reports: dotted line to Sales Advisor(s). Your Day to Day* Sales and Profit • Together with the store management team, ensure store operations, H&M standards, and best practices are followed through proper scheduling to maximize conversion and enable commercial activities (Move, Sales, Events, etc.) and excellent customer service keeping within the sales budget of allocated hours., • Ensure H&M Customer Service standards are always delivered through active coaching and leading by example, • Ensure the maintenance of the sales floor is managed in a cost-efficient way to meet H&M standards and initiate actions accordingly with the store management team, • Perform all store routines, including the opening and closing of the store, following all Company practices and procedures, • Ensure that the truck is processed and follow up to ensure the execution according to guidelines, • Actively prevent loss and ensure the store follows appropriate safety and security guidelines, • Identify opportunities to increase customer satisfaction and sales with the Department Manager and then execute changes accordingly People and Teams • Ensure clear communication to Store team on business performance, company culture, training focuses through daily Behind the Seams Meetings and participating in leadership meetings, • May be assigned overall store responsibility in absence of Store Manager or Department Manager when opening or closing store, • Work with timekeeping and scheduling system as part of opening/closing routines, • May be asked to train other supervisors as well as complete projects on an as needed basis for their development, • Serve as a note taker for staff interviews when needed, • Act as a management witness, on behalf of H&M, in employee discussions as needed, • Ensure that all employee issues are immediately brought to the attention of management team, • Assist the management team in the day-to-day supervision of staff by directing and overseeing workflow within the store, • Assist the management team with the training and developing of Sales Advisors on the operational side of the business by following up on clear goals and providing timely feedback, • Ensure health & safety, legal, and security issues are being handled to H&M standards and local laws, securing the employee and customer safety at all times, • Strengthen our Company Culture by promoting feedback in our daily work and coach your team to do the same Financial Accountability • None Qualifications Who You Are • Inclusive, positive, creative, and willing to learn on the job!, • Passionate for customer service and helping people find their style, • A multi-tasker who enjoys working in a fast-paced environment with an eye for detail, • You have the ability to lift in excess of 20 pounds, • Ability to stand for long periods of time, bend, stretch, engage in repetitive motions, push, pull and carry items (mannequins, clothing, totes, torsos, etc.) for a short distance, • Ability to climb a ladder and use a step stool, • Open availability including evenings and weekends, • 1-2+ years of transferrable experience welcome, • Basic computer skills such as browser navigation, software interaction, and data entry are needed, • May be required to travel to support other stores and for training Why You’ll Love Working for H&M • Dynamic, team-driven work environment with a group of unique, diverse, and kind individuals., • Endless growth & development opportunities. Additional Information Job Status: Hourly, Non-Exempt Compensation: Hiring Range is $19.13 - $21.95 Hourly** EEOC Code: SLS *This job posting highlights the most critical responsibilities and requirements of the job. It’s not all-inclusive. There may be additional duties and responsibilities assigned for this job at the company’s discretion. **H&M, in good faith, believes that this posted range of compensation is the accurate range for this role at this location at the time of this posting. H&M may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range depending on candidate qualifications. This range may be modified in the future. Benefits: We offer all our employees at H&M Group attractive benefits with extensive development opportunities around the globe. All our employees receive a staff discount card, usable on all our H&M Group brands in stores and online. Brands covered by the discount are H&M (Beauty and Move included), COS, Weekday, Monki, H&M HOME, & Other Stories, ARKET, Afound. In addition to our staff discount, all our employees are included in our H&M Incentive Program – HIP. You can read more about our H&M Incentive Program here. In addition to our global benefits, all our local markets offer different competitive perks and benefits. Please note that they may differ between employment type and countries. We offer: 25% Staff Discount - Medical, Pharmacy Vision and Dental Coverage – Employee Assistance Program - Vacation, Wellness, Holiday and Parental Pay – 401K – Commuter Benefits, Health and Dependent Care FSA. Plus, additional Voluntary Benefits. Inclusion & Diversity: H&M is a part of H&M Group. At H&M Group, we’re determined to create and maintain inclusive, diverse and equitable workplaces throughout our organisation. Our teams should consist of a variety of people that share and combine their knowledge, experience and ideas. Having a diverse workforce leads to a positive impact on how we address challenges, on what we perceive possible and on how we choose to relate to our colleagues and customers all over the world. Hence all diversity dimensions are taken into consideration in our recruitment process. We strive to have a fair and equal process and therefore kindly ask you not to attach a cover letter in your application as they often contain information that easily can trigger unintentional biases. Company Description: H&M is a fashion brand that offers the latest styles and inspiration, from fashion pieces and unique designer collaborations to affordable wardrobe essentials. Our business idea is fashion & quality at the best price in a sustainable way. Learn more about H&M here.

Job Description Best Buddies International is a nonprofit 501(c)(3) organization dedicated to establishing a global volunteer movement that creates opportunities for one-to-one friendships, integrated employment, leadership development, inclusive living, and family support for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD). Best Buddies is the largest organization dedicated to ending the social, physical and economic isolation of the 200 million people worldwide with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD). Our programs empower people with IDD to form meaningful friendships with their peers, secure jobs, improve communication and advocacy skills, and live independently, while also offering support for their families. Job Title: Director, Mission Advancement (States) Department: State Operations and Programs Reports to: Senior Director, State Operations Location: Varies (within state) of direct reports: none Salary range: $70,000-$80,000 Revised date: 9/25/2023 Position Overview: The Director, Mission Advancement is responsible for building the volunteer infrastructure within the state and incubation regions, developing and implementing state events, securing foundation and/or grant opportunities and the managing of local staff, advisory boards and associated committees. Job Requirements – Qualified applicants must have: • Bachelor’s degree or at least 4 years’ relevant experience in addition to above experience, • 3-5 years of fundraising experience including special events planning and donor cultivation, • 3-5 years’ experience and knowledge of working with volunteers and boards, • 3-5 years' experience in staff management, • Superior persuasive writing and presentation skills with the ability to exert influence, inspire others, and articulate the mission, goals, and activities of Best Buddies with passion and enthusiasm, • Proficiency with Microsoft Office, and familiarity/comfort with database management systems (i.e. Bene, BBO, Raisers Edge), • Superior project management skills - including planning, analysis, decision making, and problem solving - and willingness to multitask, • Superior initiative, drive for results, and self-assessment skills, and ability to lead individuals and teams in setting and achieving challenging goals, • Must be comfortable engaging with people with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD), • Must travel, use personal cell phone, and work evenings and weekends as necessary in order to accomplish job responsibilities Programs • Works with state programs teams to support any local programmatic need and facilitates introduction of new chapter leads or employer partner leads to the appropriate programs support. Development • Develops and implements comprehensive statewide strategy for securing sustainable funding, • Assumes overall operational management responsibility for all fundraising activities statewide, including, but not limited to, foundation and corporate giving, individual giving, major gifts, special events, annual giving, and alumni/parent relations, • Manages local advisory board, including recruitment, training, and retention of committee and board members; builds structure into board (leadership roles, committees, term limits, etc.) to bring in line with BBI Advisory Board guidelines, • Identifies, cultivates, and develops volunteers capable of making personal commitments and becoming directly involved in the solicitation process on behalf of Best Buddies - develops and manages stewardship process of all donors, including processing gifts and thank you letters, • Develops and implements major fundraising events to meet revenue goals–must utilize local event committees and follow BBI event committee benchmarks/structure, • Researches grant opportunities and cultivates relationships with local funders; works with Grants Manager to determine appropriate grant targets, assists with development of applications and reports, and works directly with the funder to build the local relationship Marketing • Develops a comprehensive statewide public awareness strategy, and works with volunteers on its implementation, • Creates a strong presence for Best Buddies in the local area through public speaking, community involvement, public service announcements, social media, special events, news releases, and other media initiatives, • Develops relationships with local graphic artists, public relations professionals, and advertising agencies to support local need, • Contributes to the organization of content and images for updates on state website and utilizes Bene database appropriately to communicate with participants and the community, • Contributes to the creation and distribution of local newsletters/annual reports and Bene e-newsletters, • Manages state social media pages Human Resources • Recruits, trains and supervises program and development staff as budget grows and staffing needs increase Operations • Maintains communication with the State Director with timely reports and other information as directed, • Oversees timely and accurate processing of all revenue and invoices, and maintains accurate records of all donations and excellent donor information through Raisers Edge Best Buddies® is an affirmative action employer, in addition to an EOE and M/F/V/PWD/PV employer. Diversity, equity, and inclusion are foundational to Best Buddies International’s core values and help the organization continue to achieve its mission. Here at Best Buddies, our goal is to lead and advocate for a more inclusive world. Best Buddies offers a comprehensive and generous benefits program that include financial security, health and wellness and time off. #CB

Job DescriptionCompany Description American Iron & Metal (AIM) is a family-owned company and recognized global leader in the metal recycling industry with more than 125 sites and 3500 employees worldwide. We have continued to prosper for the last eight decades (we just celebrated our 86th birthday!) thanks to the dedication of our employees and the ongoing trust and support of our customers. Become part of team AIM, a growing team with an entrepreneurial spirit who has over the years evolved into a successful and multifaceted company with business divisions that include metal recycling, decommissioning and demolition, auto-parts sales and recycling, manufacturing of solder assemblies, construction waste recycling, and production of customized industrial and mining products. We take pride in doing good things for the environment to help create a greener, more sustainable future for all. It’s simple; we do it right. We AIM for excellence. Job Description Exciting Opportunity: Become Our Next Account Manager! Are you ready to roll up your sleeves and make a hands-on impact in the metal recycling industry? We’re on the lookout for a physically active and dynamic Account Manager to join our dedicated team! In this role, you’ll engage directly with catalytic converter suppliers in your territory, ensuring we source these critical components at competitive prices while providing exceptional customer service. This is an opportunity to contribute to our company’s growth and success through direct, physical engagement in the field! Work Setup: Home-based office with frequent travel and on-site visits What You’ll Do: * Build Strong Partnerships: Forge and maintain robust relationships with both new and existing catalytic converter suppliers. Be the friendly face they can rely on for exceptional service and support, often in person. * Savvy Purchasing: Actively seek out potential suppliers to procure catalytic converters at advantageous prices, engaging in physical site visits to assess their operations and establish rapport. * Bid Management: Prepare and submit bids for quotes, calculating necessary resources and gathering data during on-site visits to ensure our offerings are competitive and compelling. * Supplier Insights: Regularly connect with suppliers face-to-face to understand their challenges and needs, fostering opportunities for mutual growth and collaboration. * Market Awareness: Stay informed about the latest market trends, competitor activities, and pricing developments through active field engagement to refine our purchasing strategies. * Negotiation Expertise: Evaluate catalytic converters based on market factors and conduct negotiations directly with suppliers during on-site interactions, ensuring beneficial terms for both parties. * Quality Assurance: Perform detailed inspections of purchased catalytic converters on-site to verify authenticity and compliance with regulations, ensuring accurate record-keeping. * Physical Inspection and Lifting: Safely lift and inspect catalytic converters to assess their condition and quality, ensuring that all purchased items meet our standards. * Data Analysis: Monitor sales data and market trends, providing regular reports and forecasts based on insights gained during your physical interactions with suppliers. * Team Collaboration: Work closely with our operations and logistics teams, ensuring smooth coordination of purchasing, processing, and shipping activities through direct collaboration. * Compliance Commitment: Stay updated on relevant regulations and compliance standards, ensuring our operations meet environmental and safety requirements through hands-on oversight. * Education & Guidance: Help suppliers and customers understand the value of recycling catalytic converters by providing support and guidance throughout the recycling process, often through in-person discussions. If you’re ready to take the next step in your career and make a tangible impact in the recycling industry, we want to hear from you! Join us in our mission to promote sustainability and drive success together! Qualifications To join our team: • Bachelor’s degree in business, Marketing, or a related field is preferred., • Proven experience in account management, business development, or sales, preferably in the metal recycling or automotive industry., • Strong knowledge of catalytic converters, their composition, and market dynamics is desired but not required., • Excellent negotiation, persuasion, and relationship-building skills to establish mutually beneficial partnerships with suppliers., • Analytical mindset with the ability to analyze market trends, pricing data, and sales performance., • Exceptional communication and presentation skills, both written and verbal., • Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities to address supplier concerns and resolve issues effectively., • Proficiency in using customer relationship management (CRM) software, Microsoft Office, and data analysis tools., • Self-motivated and results-oriented, with the ability to work independently and meet targets., • Knowledge of environmental regulations and compliance related to metal recycling and catalytic converters is a plus Additional Information What we offer: • A competitive wage (70,000-85,000), commision package, vacation, benefits and a 401k matching program, • The tools and support needed to be successful in your career and professional development, • A dynamic & rewarding work environment, • Base Salary + Commission Pay, Full Benefit Package

Job Description About Flora Food Group We offer consumers a compelling choice in four growing categories: butters and spreads, creams, liquids and cheeses. We hold leadership positions in many of the 100 countries we operate in, with iconic brands including Flora, Becel+ProActiv, Blue Band, Country Crock, I Can't Believe It's Not Butter, Rama, and Violife, together with our local brands and Professional business. Global branded food champion Flora Food Group, offers the next generation of delicious, natural, nutritious food. Our products are more affordable and more sustainable than their dairy equivalents. Location: Hybrid in Hackensack, NJ 2-3 days a week Reports to: Senior Vice President of Sales Business Size: $25M Foodservice Book of Business Compensation: $250,000 - $270,000 Salary About the Role Flora FG is a fast-growing player in the food and beverage industry, with a strong foundation in retail and an emerging footprint in food service. Our Butter Spreads and Margarine Category (BSM) remains underdeveloped, presenting a significant opportunity to shape and scale a high-impact growth engine. The Creams category, in particular, represents a sizable and exciting opportunity for expansion as well. With a current food service business of approximately $25 million, this division is expected to triple in size, becoming a cornerstone of Flora FG's growth strategy. We are seeking a bold, entrepreneurial, and people-first leader to build and scale our Food Service business. This is a high-impact role that will shape the future of Flora FG's presence in the out-of-home and industrial channels. The Head of Food Service and Industrial Sales will be responsible for developing strategy, building a high-performing team, and driving execution across sales, customer development, and channel partnerships. What You'll Do • Strategic Leadership: Define and execute the Food Service strategy, with a focus on BSM and Creams as priority growth areas., • Team Building: Recruit, develop, and inspire a team of passionate sales and customer development professionals., • Customer Development: Build strong relationships with key food service operators, distributors, and channel partners., • Cross-Functional Influence: Work closely with Marketing, R&D, and Supply Chain to influence internal activities and drive fit-for-purpose innovation tailored to Food Service and Industrial customers., • A natural leader of people who thrives on building teams and cultures., • Needs Retail and Industrial strategic expertise and relationships, • A builder mindset—someone who sees white space and gets excited about creating something from the ground up., • Proven experience in food service sales, preferably with exposure to branded solutions and product innovation., • Strong commercial acumen and a track record of delivering growth., • High energy, curiosity, and a relentless drive to win., • Ability to navigate and influence internal stakeholders to align innovation and execution with customer needs. Flora FG's food service business is at a critical inflection point. With BSM still in its infancy and Creams offering a sizable, untapped opportunity, the Head of Food Service will play a central role in shaping the next chapter of our growth story. This is a rare chance to lead with impact, build with purpose, and grow with speed. What's next If this position sounds interesting, please hit the apply button now! #LI-Hybrid #LI-AM1 We understand your resume might not be up to date and recommend that you apply with what you have or your LinkedIn Profile. Flora Food Group is dedicated to building an inclusive and diverse workplace, we understand that you might not meet all the requirements stated in the description, but we encourage you to apply anyway. You might be the right candidate for this role or other roles. Flora Food Group is an employer committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace and equal opportunities for all. We recruit based only on values, qualifications, performance, skills, behaviours, experience, and knowledge. We ensure job advertisements are free from unintentional bias. No personal characteristics should be a barrier to joining Flora Food Group. We prohibit discrimination and harassment based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or other personal characteristics.