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What We’re Looking For:8+ years of purchasing/sourcing experience in a manufacturing environmentStrong supplier negotiation, contract management, and cost reduction experienceHands-on ERP/MRP experience with inventory planning and demand managementProven ability to support plant operations and make data-driven decisionsAdvanced Excel skills; VISUAL/Oracle ERP experience a plusLean, APICS (CPIM/CSCP), or supplier development experience is highly valued. What You’ll Do:Own purchasing and sourcing for raw materials, components, and production-related suppliesManage supplier relationships, pricing negotiations, contracts, and performance metricsPartner cross-functionally with production, engineering, quality, finance, and warehouse teams to keep operations movingMonitor inventory, shortages, and KPIs to proactively solve supply chain challengesDrive continuous improvement initiatives around cost savings, supplier performance, and process optimization.

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Vaco Atlanta is hiring a Senior Buyer for a globally backed manufacturing leader where your sourcing strategy, supplier partnerships, and operational decision-making will directly support production, innovation, and business growth.   Role: Senior Buyer Location: Conyers Onsite: 100% onsite Job  Type: Permanent Pay: $80,000 - $90,000 annually   What You’ll Do:<ul style="margin-bottom: 0.0in;margin-top: 0.0in;unicode-bidi: embed;"><li style="margin-top: 0;margin-bottom: 0;vertical-align: middle;">Own purchasing and sourcing for raw materials, components, and production-related supplies<li style="margin-top: 0;margin-bottom: 0;vertical-align: middle;">Manage supplier relationships, pricing negotiations, contracts, and performance metrics<li style="margin-top: 0;margin-bottom: 0;vertical-align: middle;">Partner cross-functionally with production, engineering, quality, finance, and warehouse teams to keep operations moving<li style="margin-top: 0;margin-bottom: 0;vertical-align: middle;">Monitor inventory, shortages, and KPIs to proactively solve supply chain challenges<li style="margin-top: 0;margin-bottom: 0;vertical-align: middle;">Drive continuous improvement initiatives around cost savings, supplier performance, and process optimization</ul>  What We’re Looking For:<ul style="margin-bottom: 0.0in;margin-top: 0.0in;unicode-bidi: embed;"><li style="margin-top: 0;margin-bottom: 0;vertical-align: middle;">8+ years of purchasing/sourcing experience in a manufacturing environment<li style="margin-top: 0;margin-bottom: 0;vertical-align: middle;">Strong supplier negotiation, contract management, and cost reduction experience<li style="margin-top: 0;margin-bottom: 0;vertical-align: middle;">Hands-on ERP/MRP experience with inventory planning and demand management<li style="margin-top: 0;margin-bottom: 0;vertical-align: middle;">Proven ability to support plant operations and make data-driven decisions<li style="margin-top: 0;margin-bottom: 0;vertical-align: middle;">Advanced Excel skills; VISUAL/Oracle ERP experience a plus<li style="margin-top: 0;margin-bottom: 0;vertical-align: middle;">Lean, APICS (CPIM/CSCP), or supplier development experience is highly valued</ul>  What’s in It for You:<ul style="margin-bottom: 0.0in;margin-top: 0.0in;unicode-bidi: embed;"><li style="margin-top: 0;margin-bottom: 0;vertical-align: middle;">Medical, dental, vision, and 401(k)<li style="margin-top: 0;margin-bottom: 0;vertical-align: middle;">Stable direct-hire opportunity with a respected global organization<li style="margin-top: 0;margin-bottom: 0;vertical-align: middle;">Collaborative team environment with real influence on operational success</ul><div style="margin-bottom: 0;margin-top: 0;vertical-align: middle;"> </div>Determining compensation for this role (and others) at Vaco/Highspring depends upon a wide array of factors including but not limited to the individual’s skill sets, experience and training, licensure and certifications, office location and other geographic considerations, as well as other business and organizational needs. With that said, as required by local law in geographies that require salary range disclosure, Vaco/Highspring notes the salary range for the role is noted in this job posting. The individual may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses, and can participate in medical, dental, and vision benefits as well as the company’s 401(k) retirement plan. Additional disclaimer: Unless otherwise noted in the job description, the position Vaco/Highspring is filing for is occupied. Please note, however, that Vaco/Highspring is regularly asked to provide talent to other organizations. By submitting to this position, you are agreeing to be included in our talent pool for future hiring for similarly qualified positions. Submissions to this position are subject to the use of AI to perform preliminary candidate screenings, focused on ensuring minimum job requirements noted in the position are satisfied. Further assessment of candidates beyond this initial phase within Vaco/Highspring will be otherwise assessed by recruiters and hiring managers. Vaco/Highspring does not have knowledge of the tools used by its clients in making final hiring decisions and cannot opine on their use of AI products.<div class="notice">Vaco by Highspring values a diverse workplace and strongly encourages women, people of color, LGBTQ+ individuals, people with disabilities, members of ethnic minorities, foreign-born residents, and veterans to apply.</div><div class="notice"><h3>EEO Notice </h3>Vaco by Highspring is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race (including but not limited to traits historically associated with race such as hair texture and hair style), color, sex (includes pregnancy or related conditions), religion or creed, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, status as a veteran, union membership, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, political affiliation, or any other protected characteristics as required by federal, state or local law.Vaco by Highspring and its parents, affiliates, and subsidiaries are committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, Vaco by Highspring and its parents, affiliates, and subsidiaries will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact <a href="mailto:HR@vaco.com">HR@vaco.com</a> .Vaco by Highspring also wants all applicants to know their rights that <a href="https://www.eeoc.gov/poster" target="_blank" rel="noopener">workplace discrimination is illegal</a>. By submitting to this position, you agree that you will be giving Vaco by Highspring the exclusive right to present your as a candidate for the foregoing employment opportunity. You further agree that you have represented information about yourself accurately and have not affirmatively misrepresented your qualifications. You also agree to maintain as confidential, to the fullest extent permitted by law, any information you learn from Vaco by Highspring about the position and you will limit disclosure of information about the position only to the extent necessary to perform any obligations in furtherance of your application. In exchange, Vaco by Highspring agrees to exercise reasonable efforts to represent you through all solicitation, job screening and resume dispersal.</div><div class="notice"><h3>Privacy Notice</h3>Vaco by Highspring and its parents, affiliates, and subsidiaries (“we,” “our,” or “Vaco by Highspring”) respects your privacy and are committed to providing transparent notice of our policies. <ul> <li>California residents may access Vaco by Highspring HR Notice at Collection for California Applicants and Employees <a href="https://www.vaco.com/privacy/#ccpa" target="_blank" rel="noopener">here</a>.</li> <li>Virginia residents may access our state specific policies <a href="https://www.vaco.com/privacy/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">here</a>.</li> <li>Residents of all other states may access our policies <a href="https://www.vaco.com/privacy/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">here</a>. </li> <li>Canadian residents may access our policies in English <a href="https://www.vaco.com/privacy/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">here</a> and in French <a href="https://www.vaco.com/privacy-policy-fr/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">here</a>.</li> <li>Residents of countries governed by GDPR may access our policies <a href="https://www.vaco.com/privacy/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">here</a>.</li></ul></div><div class="notice"><h3>Pay Transparency Notice</h3> Determining compensation for this role (and others) at Vaco by Highspring depends upon a wide array of factors including but not limited to:<ul> <li>the individual’s skill sets, experience and training;</li> <li>licensure and certification requirements;</li> <li>office location and other geographic considerations;</li> <li>other business and organizational needs.</li></ul>With that said, as required by local law, Vaco by Highspring believes that the following salary range referenced above reasonably estimates the base compensation for an individual hired into this position in geographies that require salary range disclosure. The individual may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses.</div>

Vaco provides expert consulting, permanent placement, executive search and strategic stafﬁng for companies around the world, in the areas of accounting, ﬁnance, technology, healthcare, operations, administration and more. As a premier talent solutions ﬁrm, Vaco connects people to their dream jobs and helps leading companies ﬁnd talent to grow their business. Since its founding in 2002, Vaco has grown to more than 35 ofﬁces across the globe, 700+ employees, more than 3,000 consultants and $450M in revenue. Vaco has been named to Inc. magazine’s list of the fastest-growing private companies for past 11 years and is dedicated to developing long-term relationships, life-long careers and creative client solutions.

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Senior Buyer

APICS (Association for Operations Management)

Alliance/Partner Management

Artificial Intelligence (AI)

Business Growth

Certified Supply Chain Professional (CSCP)

Certified in Production and Inventory Management (CPIM)

Compensation Management

Continuous Improvement

Contract Negotiation

Cost Control

Cross-Functional

Demand Forecasting/Planning

ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning)

English Language

Finance

Hair Styling

Inventory Planning

Legal

Manufacturing

Operational Support

Oracle ERP

Performance Metrics

Pricing

Process Improvement

Production Support

Purchasing/Procurement

Sourcing Strategy

State Laws and Regulations

Supplier Relationship Management (SRM)

Supply Chain

Team Player

Vendor/Supplier Evaluation

Vendor/Supplier Management

Vendor/Supplier Relations

Vendor/Supplier Sourcing

Warehousing

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Hands-on experience supporting manufacturing and supply chain operations, including sourcing direct materials (e.g., packaging, raw materials) and managing external manufacturing partners to ensure supply reliability. It proactively identifies opportunities to improve efficiency, streamline processes, and deliver cost and performance gains, while ensuring compliance and fostering operational excellence.

<h5>Clorox Is The Place </h5>Clorox is the place that's committed to growth – for our people and our brands. Guided by our purpose and values, and with people at the center of everything we do, we believe every one of us can make a positive impact on consumers, communities, and teammates. Joinour team. Your role at Clorox: This role drives the business operations agenda across the assigned business unit or region, with accountability in raw materials for the Brita and Kingsford business units. It oversees a diverse operational portfolio and collaborates with central and BUfunctions to deliver results. The role ensures effective execution of operational plans, supplier management, and continuous improvement initiatives. As a key execution leader, this role translates strategy into actionable plans, tracks progress, resolves issues in real time, and maintains performance. It proactively identifies opportunities to improve efficiency, streamline processes, and deliver cost and performance gains, while ensuring compliance and fostering operational excellence. Partnering closely with supply chain and cross-functional teams, the role bridges strategy and execution, aligns priorities, and enables seamless collaboration. It serves as the escalation point for supplier and operational issues, ensuring swift resolution and supply continuity. It also contributes operational insights to support better decision-making and long-term improvement. In this role, you will: <h5>Procurement Leader </h5><ul><li>Drive procurement by translating business needs into clear, actionable plans that deliver measurable results. </li><li>Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure procurement is fully integrated into decision-making and performance delivery. </li><li>Foster a culture of collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement, empowering teams to act with speed and innovation. </li></ul><h5>Operational Execution </h5><ul><li>Lead the implementation of procurement activities across the business unit (BU), ensuring alignment with operational goals and performance targets. </li><li>Manage end-to-end procurement processes—from sourcing to supplier performance and delivery—with a focus on cost efficiency, supply reliability, and quality. </li><li>Convert BU priorities into practical, measurable actions that drive tangible business outcomes. </li></ul><h5>Process Optimization & Risk Management </h5><ul><li>Oversee the use of procurement tools and processes, including tenders for raw materials, packaging, and external manufacturing, to ensure smooth operations and maximize value. </li><li>Proactively identify improvement opportunities, mitigate risks, and ensure consistent delivery against expectations. </li><li>Monitor spend and supplier performance, ensuring all initiatives are tracked, measured, and continuously optimized for efficiency and impact. </li></ul><h5>Supplier Performance Management </h5><ul><li>Manage day-to-day supplier performance by monitoring and improving key metrics such as quality, delivery, reliability, and cost. </li><li>Collaborate closely with suppliers to resolve issues promptly, implement corrective actions, and drive continuous improvement across the supply base. </li><li>Ensure suppliers consistently meet agreed targets to maintain competitiveness and supply stability. </li></ul><h5>Supplier Governance & Relationship Building </h5><ul><li>Oversee governance processes and conduct regular business reviews to ensure alignment with operational goals. </li><li>Strengthen accountability through consistent performance tracking and clear communication of expectations. </li><li>Build long-term, collaborative supplier relationships that foster transparency and delivery excellence. </li></ul><h5>Procurement Execution & Compliance </h5><ul><li>Lead core procurement activities—including tenders/RFPs for raw materials, packaging, and external manufacturing—using standardized tools and processes. </li><li>Ensure sourcing activities are efficient, compliant, and focused on achieving cost, quality, and service objectives. </li><li>Support the adoption and consistent application of procurement systems and best practices across the team. </li></ul><h5>Resource Planning & Operational Control </h5><ul><li>Plan and manage resource allocation across multiple projects and initiatives to ensure timely execution and effective delivery. </li><li>Monitor progress against defined goals, address issues proactively, and drive accountability for results. </li><li>Maintain strong execution discipline and ensure alignment with enterprise priorities. </li></ul><h5>Business Continuity & Quality Improvement </h5><ul><li>Develop and execute action plans to address short- and medium-term challenges in services and quality performance, ensuring uninterrupted business operations. </li><li>Lead root cause analysis to identify underlying issues and implement sustainable corrective measures. </li><li>Drive continuous improvement initiatives that enhance efficiency and reliability, while keeping senior leadership informed and actively engaged throughout the process. </li></ul><h5>Innovation & Strategic Alignment </h5><ul><li>Collaborate closely with R&D and procurement to fully integrate business needs into category strategies and ensure flawless execution. </li><li>Act as the key connector, aligning innovation, sourcing priorities, and business objectives to deliver impactful, end-to-end results. </li></ul>What we look for: <ul><li>5+ years of supply chain experience in a global, matrixed organization, ideally within a fast-paced, dynamic industry. </li><li>5+ years of experience in sourcing and procurement, with a focus in raw materials, packaging, and external manufacturing. </li><li>Experience sourcing wood waste and minerals is a plus. </li><li>Proven ability to take ownership of projects and contribute effectively within cross-functional teams. Skilled at operating in fast-paced environments, driving team success through proactive communication, accountability, and collaboration. </li><li>Experience supporting process optimization and change initiatives within procurement and supply chain operations. Adept at identifying efficiency opportunities and implementing solutions that enhance performance and consistency. </li><li>Strong understanding of sourcing processes, procurement tools, and RFP management. Familiar with cost analysis, supplier negotiations, and contract management, with a commitment to advancing procurement capabilities. </li><li>Exceptional analytical skills with keen attention to detail. Ability to evaluate cost drivers, support value analysis, and contribute to cost optimization and risk mitigation strategies. </li><li>Effective communicator with the ability to build strong relationships across internal teams and external suppliers. Skilled in presenting data and insights to influence decisions and drive alignment. </li><li>Demonstrated success in collaborating with functions such as R&D, supply chain, and finance to align priorities and deliver business objectives. </li><li>Knowledge of regional and local supply markets, including key suppliers, trends, and challenges impacting procurement and operations. </li><li>Hands-on experience supporting manufacturing and supply chain operations, including sourcing direct materials (e.g., packaging, raw materials) and managing external manufacturing partners to ensure supply reliability. </li></ul>Workplace type: Hybrid - 3 days in the office, 2 days WFH Our values-based culture connects to our purpose and empowers people to be their best, professionally and personally. We serve a diverse consumer base which is why we believe teams that reflect our consumers bring fresh perspectives, drive innovation, and help us stay attuned to the world around us. That's why we foster an inclusive culture where every person can feel respected, valued, and fully able to participate, and ultimately able to thrive. Learn more. [U.S.]Additional Information: At Clorox, we champion people to be well and thrive, starting with our own people. To help make this possible, we offer comprehensive, competitive benefits that prioritize all aspects of wellbeing and provide flexibility for our teammates' unique needs. This includes robust health plans, a market-leading 401(k) program with a company match, flexible time off benefits (including half-day summer Fridays depending on location), inclusive fertility/adoption benefits, and more. We are committed to fair and equitable pay and are transparent with current and future teammates about our full salary ranges. We use broad salary ranges that reflect the competitive market for similar jobs, provide sufficient opportunity for growth as you gain experience and expand responsibilities, while also allowing for differentiation based on performance. Based on the breadth of our ranges, most new hires will start at Clorox in the first half of the applicable range. Your starting pay will depend on job-related factors, including relevant skills, knowledge, experience, and location. The applicable salary range for every role in the U.S. is based on your work location and is aligned to one of three zones according to the cost of labor in your area. –Zone A: $88,700 - $165,900 –Zone B: $81,300 - $152,100 –Zone C: $73,900 - $138,300 All ranges are subject to change in the future. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range for your location during the hiring process. This job is also eligible for participation in Clorox's incentive plans, subject to the terms of the applicable plan documents and policies

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Senior Buyer, Procurement Business Operations

Analysis Skills

Best Practices

Business Operations

Communication Skills

Corrective Action

Cost Analysis

Decision Support

Detail Oriented

Direct Sourcing

Expense Tracking

Identify Issues

Improvement Metrics

Leadership

Maintain Compliance

Manufacturing Management

Market Trend Analysis

Matrix Management

Mine Waste/Tailings

Multitasking

Operational Control

Operational Strategy

Operations Management

Operations Planning

Performance Analysis

Presentation/Verbal Skills

Problem Solving Skills

Process Development

Procurement Software

Project Tracking

Quality Management

Quality Metrics

R Programming Language

Request for Proposals (RFP)

Research & Development (R&D)

Resource Management

Risk Management

Root Cause Analysis

Strategic Planning

Supply Chain Operations

Sustainability

Time Management

Value Analysis

Vendor/Supplier Quality Management

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Through our Trusted Price Intelligence Platform and Data Lake solutions, Payerset empowers hospitals, payers, and innovators to make smarter, data-driven pricing decisions. We move fast, build meaningful relationships with some of the best customers in healthcare, and maintain transparent and deeply engaged partnerships with them.

Hilo Talent Partners has been engaged by their client, <a href="https://payerset.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Payerset</a>, for an exclusive search for the following position:About PayersetPayerset is redefining how healthcare organizations understand, benchmark, and act on real-world pricing data. Our mission is simple — to bring clarity and fairness to the economics of care. Through our Trusted Price Intelligence Platform and Data Lake solutions, Payerset empowers hospitals, payers, and innovators to make smarter, data-driven pricing decisions.We partner with health systems, payers, and market access leaders who are ready to bring transparency and precision to reimbursement strategy. With enterprise-grade datasets, intuitive SaaS tools, and unmatched accuracy, Payerset is quickly becoming a trusted name in healthcare price intelligence.About the RoleWe are looking for a deeply curious, data-savvy consultant to serve as the bridge between our enterprise-grade datasets and our clients' most complex challenges. This is a high-touch, consultative position for someone who loves digging into the dirt of healthcare data.You will be the primary point of contact for clients who need deep, quick-turnaround help navigating the economics of care. Whether it is an unstructured data request or an in-depth onboarding session, you are the expert who ensures clients derive maximum value from the Payerset platform.Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Lead the implementation and onboarding process, including in-depth walkthroughs and technical setup.</li><li>Build custom reports and analyses in direct partnership with customers for use cases such as contract negotiations, rate benchmarking, and market analysis</li><li>Manage a dynamic workflow to provide quick-response help when a customer reaches out with urgent data needs.</li><li>Help build foundational frameworks and playbooks for implementations, best practices, and guides </li><li>Partner with the product team directly on new features as the voice of the customer</li></ul>Qualifications & Experience<ul><li>5+ Years of Consulting Experience: Prior experience in a boutique or mid-sized consulting firm is highly preferred.</li><li>Deep understanding of the provider or payer side of contract negotiations and managed care.</li><li>Expert-level data analysis skills; you should be comfortable building complex analyses and querying/manipulating large datasets.</li><li>Thrives in a high-growth, startup environment where you can work independently and navigate periods of both high intensity and strategic downtime.</li><li>Ability to engage with senior buyers and stakeholders, and translate complex data into actionable reimbursement strategies.</li><li>Bachelor's Degree Required. MBA or equivalent healthcare-specific advanced degree preferred.</li></ul>What we offer<ul><li>Healthcare (paid 100% for the core plan) and 401 (k) benefits</li><li>Unlimited PTO</li><li>Paid parental leave</li><li>Flexible, Remote Work with office locations in Atlanta, GA & Red Bank, NJ</li><li>Company credit card for expenses</li><li>Culture: Work with a high-performing and collaborative team. We move fast, build meaningful relationships with some of the best customers in healthcare, and maintain transparent and deeply engaged partnerships with them. We are innovators who push the envelope in healthcare price transparency, committed to democratizing healthcare pricing.</li></ul>

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