6 jobs found in vancouver

Manager in Training-Vancouver, WA (Transportation) Responsibilities: Maintain and contribute to a safe work environment by adhering to policies and procedures as outlined in the Company Safety Program. Shadows facility and works directly with Operations Management to see how they lead Operations in the execution of business plans and strategies. Learns about the facilities financial performance and adjusts strategies accordingly - provides input as required. Researches opportunities for improvement of key metrics and executes action plans to achieve results. Learns all aspects of line haul logistics coordination, Pick-Up and Delivery, and intricacies of Vendor Relations and Vendor model. Learns how to have an engaged workforce; implements programs to improve morale. Maintain and contribute to a safe work environment by adhering to policies and procedures as outlined in the Company Safety Program. Competencies: This position requires the following...

Key responsibilities Bids & Contracts & communication. IT contracting terms, licensing, communicating to Stakeholders. Focus on Commercial negotiations considering business objectives- OpEx & CapEx Partner with stakeholders to conduct requests for proposal, requests for information, and requests for quote (all RFxs). Define deal optimization objectives, implement negotiation strategies and identify sourcing solutions that meet/exceed business objectives. Prepare, review, execute and manage the process for approval of IT contracts, contract renewals, terminations and change orders. Ensure financial processes are in place for processing of payments, invoices and work orders for suppliers and contracts. Develop and maintain relevant financial, operational and service metrics for the Procurement Department that demonstrate the goals and objectives of the department. Manage and resolve contract disputes in collaboration with legal and finance teams. Be a...

Description About nLIGHT nLIGHT is a rapidly growing publicly listed company (NASDAQ: LASR). nLIGHT is a global leader in high-power semiconductor and fiber lasers for industrial, microfabrication, aerospace, and defense applications. Headquartered in Vancouver, WA, nLIGHT employs over 1,000 people with operations in the U.S., China, and Finland. nLIGHT is seeking a Commodity Manager to join our Sourcing team located in Vancouver, Washington. As a Commodity Manager, you will be responsible for production raw materials and components, sourcing equipment, goods and services, and managing suppliers and outsource partners. The successful candidate will be able to perform strategic procurement activities across multiple categories of spend, developing and maintaining business relationships with suppliers providing high, consistent quality, world class delivery and logistics performance and low total cost. Responsibilities include: Develop, lead and execute sourcing...

At the Hawthorne Gardening Company (HGC) we want our people to empower more people to garden no matter where and how they choose to grow. We accomplish this by encouraging people to live happier, healthier lives through gardening. If you also feel this way then you'd fit in great with us! What You Will Do In This Role: This is a unique opportunity to "own" and drive a portion a rapidly growing product portfolio on a team passionate about helping form the future of the Hydroponic Industry. If you have the desire to be part of the future of growing and possess both an innate entrepreneurial spirit and ability to manage products at varying points in their lifecycle we want to hear from you. In this role, you will help drive the execution of the category strategic plan including new product development, portfolio analysis (sales performance, marketplace/share, forecast/inventory, SKU rationalization, etc.), marketing plan creation and execution, and sales training & support and...

At the Hawthorne Gardening Company (HGC) we want our people to empower more people to garden no matter where and how they choose to grow. We accomplish this by encouraging people to live happier, healthier lives through gardening. If you also feel this way then you'd fit in great with us! We are looking for Sr. Buyer, who will grow at our Vancouver, WA Hawthorne headquarter Office. The Senior Buyer is responsible for sourcing of raw and/or packaging materials for the Lighting Category. This person will help lead Hawthorne Supply Chain through strategic sourcing processes, as well as directly negotiating and contracting required volumes. Additionally, the Senior Buyer drives reporting projects to support Hawthorne Procurement activities. What you'll do in this role: Develop category strategies, secure customer alignment, and execute Develop commodity strategy linked to operating/strategic plan Negotiate materials in context of strategic sourcing/operating plan Advise on...

Description About nLIGHT nLIGHT is a rapidly growing publicly listed company (NASDAQ: LASR). nLIGHT is a global leader in high-power semiconductor and fiber lasers for industrial, microfabrication, aerospace, and defense applications. Headquartered in Vancouver, WA, nLIGHT employs over 1,000 people with operations in the U.S., China, and Finland. Position Overview: nLIGHT is seeking a Buyer. The Buyer's primary responsibilities are to work with, Commodity Managers, and Supply Chain Managers on ensuring costs, inventory, and supply assurance are aligned with the company goals. This position will develop skills in the areas of purchases order management, inventory management, supplier negotiations, supplier assessments, and supplier improvement across electrical, mechanical, optical and equipment commodities from domestic and global sources. The buyer role includes coordinating with strategic sourcing management, program managers, engineering, and quality to assure...