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Develops the overall strategy for a product category and researches new product options in the category to drive sales and achieve targets. Leads a team that provides category insights and proposals by analyzing marketing and customer data and monitoring relevant market conditions. Works closely with sales team to determine optimal pricing through analysis of sales trends, competitors, buying habits and planograms of products to promote sales opportunities. Provides effective promotional materials. May develop special arrangements with vendors to enhance product promotions. Requires a bachelor... view job details

Develops, manages, monitors, and promotes responsible sourcing practices. Implements end-to-end supplier due diligence processes to promote responsible sourcing practices. Identifies vendors and suppliers that exhibit responsible practices and develop relationships. Builds data and metrics to inform and support responsible vendor selection and procurement decisions. Requires a bachelor's degree or equivalent. Typically reports to a director. Manages subordinate staff in the day-to-day performance of their jobs. True first level manager. Ensures that project/department milestones/goals are met ... view job details

Manages sourcing operations that build value-driven vendor partnerships with a focus on risk management, reliability, and cost-effectiveness that support overall organizational strategies. Follows structured negotiation processes to conduct supplier negotiations and contracting. Coordinates with internal stakeholders to define material, quality, and service requirements and standards. Nurtures vendor partnerships, tracks KPI's and goals and monitors scorecards to measure and evaluate vendor performance. Evaluates new sources, methods, and vendors to ensure a reliable supply of materials. Studi... view job details

Manages sourcing operations that build value-driven vendor partnerships with a focus on risk management, reliability, and cost-effectiveness that support overall organizational strategies. Follows structured negotiation processes to conduct supplier negotiations and contracting. Coordinates with internal stakeholders to define material, quality, and service requirements and standards. Nurtures vendor partnerships, tracks KPI's and goals and monitors scorecards to measure and evaluate vendor performance. Evaluates new sources, methods, and vendors to ensure a reliable supply of materials. Studi... view job details

Improving Businesses All of us practice project management in our lives, whether we know it or not. We are all involved in planning and organizing our everyday tasks, career, and work responsibilities. In the business world, project management is a high level skill, and a demanding career choice. Project managers are key employees in every industry and all types of companies, all over the world. Project Management itself is rapidly becoming one of the most important processes within a company. The number of PMs has risen considerably as companies have begun to realize the valuable benefits the... view article details

Working in the airline industry can take you places. Even from an elevation of only 110 feet -- the official above sea level height of the city of Everett – which is the site of The Boeing Company’s commercial airplane plant on Washington state's northernmost coast. The career path of Bridget Beckmyer-Johnson provides clear evidence of the 'sky’s the limit' type of opportunities available to the dedicated employee. Her passion for people and learning has transported her from an entry-level position as an airplane “sealer” all the way to management during her 15-year tenure at the plant.Between... view article details

Q. I'm an HR generalist. I've been with the same firm for five years, hired as an executive assistant to the president making $32k, one year later became administrative manager, then at the end of last year was promoted to HR manager, making $50k. I was promoted with the expectation that our company would grow rapidly. That reality has not taken place and although I have plenty to do in my role, I'm getting back the office management responsibilities I previously owned. I've handled five office lease expansions, telephones, benefits, new hires, orientations, terminations, etc. I have excelle... view article details

Achoo!Dear Annette,Our manager keeps coming into the office when he is obviously sick, such as when he has an awful cold. We don't want to get what he has. How can we get him to stay home?Sick of ItDear Sick of It,Ah, the miracles of droplet infection. Just one tiny sneeze gone awry, or a revolting tissue placed for nary a second on a common surface, and all of you will be singing the same song, complete with a chorus of choking gasps, honks, and other noises. It is never fabulous to contaminate others, particularly if the company is planning to institute a 360-degree review process soon.Your ... view article details

Should Managers be Facebook Friends with Employees? Signs Point to No. How often do you check out your own page? You might be surprised by how many applications have permission to create updates on your behalf. Your employees can see the high score you got in Bejeweled and all the crops you watered in Farmville during the last staff meeting. They also know all about celebrity gossip you read on Yahoo hours before your lunch break. The manager and employee relationship can be precarious. Keep your subordinates off of your Facebook page if you don’t know how to deactivate your notifications. Fac... view article details

As companies try to find the best talent, it is important to make the recruitment process as smooth and efficient as possible. This is where candidate talent sourcing tools play an essential role. These tools not only make the process easier but also make it faster, which can help you find the right candidates for your company. Keep reading to find the best talent sourcing tools in 2024. What Is a Talent Sourcing Tool? A talent sourcing tool is like a special computer program or platform that helps you gather and organize potential job candidates. It is super handy for companies that prefer to... view blog & white papers details

Skilled employees are in high demand today. The war for talent only continues, with estimates suggesting it could reach 85 million people by 2030. More companies are realizing the importance of remaining competitive through effective talent sourcing. Having the right people is crucial. Top talent can be up to eight times more productive.  As your collective workforce becomes increasingly innovative and creative, more work is completed in less time. As market trends shift rapidly and technology advances further, adaptable employees become invaluable. But top talent won't just appear out of thin... view blog & white papers details

Diversity in the workplace has become an essential factor for success in today's global culture. Employers who embrace diversity benefit from a wide range of skills and competencies, increased innovation, and improved problem-solving abilities. And using diversity hiring platforms can significantly aid in achieving this goal. Hiring managers plays a critical role in the process of building a diverse workforce. They are responsible for identifying, screening, and interviewing candidates, and they ultimately make the decision who to hire. This article explores the role of the hiring manager in ... view blog & white papers details

Hiring the right people is critical to the success of any business, but sourcing talent with skills and experience is not easy. There is an art to sourcing the best and the brightest, requiring time, patience, and a few clever strategies. The good news is with the right approach, any company can source amazing candidates and build an all-star team. This article shares some of the secrets top recruiters use to find hidden talent, reach passive candidates, and attract people who are not   on the job market. Using social media, employee referrals, networking, and other proven techniques, be on th... view blog & white papers details

Becoming a successful manager in any organization requires a well-structured plan. The 30 60 90 day plan manager is a conceptual blueprint for thriving in this new role during the first three months. It is a guide for a new manager to understand the organization, implement improvements, and craft a long-term vision for the team. This article delves into the key objectives and activities for each phase of this plan to help the new manager hit the ground running. The First 30 Days: Learning & Observation This phase of the 30 60 90 day plan manager is primarily about onboarding and adjustment. E... view blog & white papers details