Strategic Sourcing / Purchasing Agent

Hi-Line, Inc., a U. S. distributor and service provider of industrial aftermarket products, is seeking a Strategic Sourcing / Purchasing Agent.  This position will be responsible for the acquisition of MRO products for the Dallas Distribution Center and over 100 Mobile Stores nationwide serving 6,000 end users. This individual will be able to appraise and improve our sourcing activities by analyzing the company’s product costs, supplier partnerships, and anticipated needs.

Skills:

The ideal candidate for the position is a highly energetic resourceful individual suitable for meeting the ever-changing customer demands of Hi-Line’s product offerings.  Additionally, this individual will be analytically minded and possess excellent negotiating skills to secure the best prices.

Essential Responsibilities: 

• Responsible for researching and evaluating suppliers based on quality, price, selection, service, support, availability, reliability, and supplier’s reputation.
• Identify optimum sourcing opportunities for new products while effectively integrating those new products with existing offerings to provide more value.
• Contribute to product meetings.
• Respond to changing conditions in product supply as well as commodity and market trends affecting pricing and availability.  
• Negotiating with suppliers and vendors to secure advantageous terms.
• Identify product requirements and generate purchase orders accordingly.
• Resolve pricing/receipt and other variances from suppliers.

Requirements:

• Over 5 years of experience in purchasing and sourcing.
• Bachelor’s Degree preferred.
• Strong research, analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Procurement Certifications preferred.
• Advanced knowledge in Excel.
• Proficiency in CRM and inventory management software programs.
• Experience in multiple inventories and industrial MRO products.
• Detail-oriented with exceptional accuracy and great organizational skills.
• Strong communication skills (written and oral) along with a high level of interpersonal skills to handle sensitive and confidential situations.
• Previous experience with blanket purchase orders.
• Effective communication, persuasion, strategizing, and negotiation skills.

Benefits:

• Paid time off
• 401(k), health, dental, and life insurance
• Opportunities for career growth and advancement
• A 60-year history of steady growth as a privately-held, Dallas based company
• Friendly and comfortable work environment
• Security of working for an essential business that is debt-free.

Who we are:

Hi-Line, America’s Mobile Industrial Hardware Store, has been thriving since 1959 as an essential business serving over 6,000 customers in over 30 different industries. Headquartered in Farmers Branch, Texas (35E/635), we provide timely access to over 100,000 high-quality industrial MRO products through our nationwide network of Mobile Industrial Hardware Stores.

Equal Opportunity Statement:

At Hi-Line, Inc, we are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all qualified applicants and our associates without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression or any category protected by applicable law.

Strategic Sourcing / Purchasing Agent

Hi-Line, Inc., a U. S. distributor and service provider of industrial aftermarket products, is seeking a Strategic Sourcing / Purchasing Agent.  This position will be responsible for the acquisition of MRO products for the Dallas Distribution Center and over 100 Mobile Stores nationwide serving 6,000 end users. This individual will be able to appraise and improve our sourcing activities by analyzing the company’s product costs, supplier partnerships, and anticipated needs.

Skills:

The ideal candidate for the position is a highly energetic resourceful individual suitable for meeting the ever-changing customer demands of Hi-Line’s product offerings.  Additionally, this individual will be analytically minded and possess excellent negotiating skills to secure the best prices.

Essential Responsibilities: 

• Responsible for researching and evaluating suppliers based on quality, price, selection, service, support, availability, reliability, and supplier’s reputation.
• Identify optimum sourcing opportunities for new products while effectively integrating those new products with existing offerings to provide more value.
• Contribute to product meetings.
• Respond to changing conditions in product supply as well as commodity and market trends affecting pricing and availability.  
• Negotiating with suppliers and vendors to secure advantageous terms.
• Identify product requirements and generate purchase orders accordingly.
• Resolve pricing/receipt and other variances from suppliers.

Requirements:

• Over 5 years of experience in purchasing and sourcing.
• Bachelor’s Degree preferred.
• Strong research, analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Procurement Certifications preferred.
• Advanced knowledge in Excel.
• Proficiency in CRM and inventory management software programs.
• Experience in multiple inventories and industrial MRO products.
• Detail-oriented with exceptional accuracy and great organizational skills.
• Strong communication skills (written and oral) along with a high level of interpersonal skills to handle sensitive and confidential situations.
• Previous experience with blanket purchase orders.
• Effective communication, persuasion, strategizing, and negotiation skills.

Benefits:

• Paid time off
• 401(k), health, dental, and life insurance
• Opportunities for career growth and advancement
• A 60-year history of steady growth as a privately-held, Dallas based company
• Friendly and comfortable work environment
• Security of working for an essential business that is debt-free.

Who we are:

Hi-Line, America’s Mobile Industrial Hardware Store, has been thriving since 1959 as an essential business serving over 6,000 customers in over 30 different industries. Headquartered in Farmers Branch, Texas (35E/635), we provide timely access to over 100,000 high-quality industrial MRO products through our nationwide network of Mobile Industrial Hardware Stores.

Equal Opportunity Statement:

At Hi-Line, Inc, we are committed to providing an environment of mutual respect where equal employment opportunities are available to all qualified applicants and our associates without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression or any category protected by applicable law.

• High School Diploma or equivalent required
• Minimum 2 years of experience and proven success in a supervisory or leadership role
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Valid driver's license, auto insurance, and personal vehicle to use throughout the workday (mileage compensated)
• Ability to work phone, Point of Sale, Microsoft Office, and other systems
• Must be at least 19 years of age
• Ability to successfully pass a criminal background check required, including motor vehicle report, and other background checks as required (certain state and local applicant exemptions may apply)
• Physical demands for this position frequently include: the ability to remain in a stationary position, move about freely inside and outside of the store, and the operation of mechanical controls, such as a keyboard.

• Associate degree or higher
• Prior leadership experience in a sales or customer service-oriented position
• Experience in retail, sales, or financial industry
• Bilingual English/Spanish is a plus and may be required for certain locations

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Company: Oak Street Health 

Title: Regional Partnership Manager

Location: Various

Oak Street Health is a rapidly growing, innovative company of community-based healthcare centers delivering higher quality health and wellness care that improves outcomes, manages medical costs and provides an unmatched experience for adults on Medicare in medically underserved communities. By providing holistic, comprehensive and integrated care right in our patients’ communities, we can help keep them healthy and reinvest cost savings in further care for those same communities and others. Since 2013, Oak Street Health has brought its singular approach to tens of thousands of people across the nation. With an ambitious growth trajectory, Oak Street Health is attracting and cultivating team members who embody Oak Street values and are passionate about our mission to rebuild healthcare as it should be.

For more information, visit www.oakstreethealth.com.

Core Responsibilities:

• Achieve monthly Managed Care Growth targets by identifying and developing assigned region with qualified and engaged agents, while supporting the success of their activity. 

  • Train engaged and developing agents on the OSH value proposition; Agents should be proficient at differentiating value-based care versus traditional primary care models. 

  • Engage in educational interventions with agents to support collaborative agent relationships that can engage with grassroots and center related activities with OSH staff.

  • Identify appropriate agents who are aligned with our mission, knowledgeable and culturally competent with our patient demographics and neighborhoods to engage in local grassroots and marketing lead generation opportunities in cooperation with the carrier partners and OSH. 

  • Quickly identify the Medicare Advantage sales leaders for each carrier in the counties OSH centers serve, including those agents most actively selling during the Special Enrollment Period/Lock-In season.

• Collaborate with regional internal growth partners in accomplishing growth targets by networking and coordinating events with Insurance Agents (IAs), General Agencies, Field Marketing Organization and local carrier leadership.

• Communicate, network, and negotiate with local insurance plan leaders on collaborative activities that mutually benefit the growth of both OSH, the carrier and the agent.  Also, a key tactic is building local sales management relationships to where they agree to develop and support lead generation in our 5 mile radii of the centers.

• Establish and nurture relationships with key health insurance brokers, health plans and community influencers who have relationships with individuals on Medicare.

• Be a leader of our regional outreach teams in other capacities as needed, for example, training, CRM optimization, and special projects.

• Train Patient Relations Managers (PRMs) and Outreach Team members on how to compliantly engage, plan and collaborate with culturally competent, knowledgeable IA’s to foster mutual growth in the catchment areas of OSH centers.

• Other duties as assigned

What are we looking for?

• 5+ years of sales and account management experience required

• Previous broker management experience preferred, but not required

• Bachelor degree required

• Ability to travel >50% at various times of the year; ability to also engage in regular evening events and activities

• Knowledge of and related experience with Medicare & Medicaid preferred

• Major account management experience preferred 

• A problem-solving orientation and a flexible and positive attitude

• Unique ability to neutralize, adapt and overcome external relationship issues for positive outcomes

• Outstanding networking and relationship management skills

• Strong communication and public speaking skills

• Proven history of developing partners and/or relationships leading to business growth

• Experienced in operating independently, managing regional travel and multiple priorities 

• Incredible level of organization and reliability in a matrix environment

• Microsoft Office (Excel) and CRM (Salesforce) familiarity

• Experience working on a multidisciplinary team preferred 

• Local managed care knowledge and relationships preferred, but not required

• Bilingual Spanish preferred, but not required 

• MBA preferred, but not required

• US work authorization

• Someone who embodies being “Oaky”. 

What does being “Oaky” look like?

• Radiating positive energy

• Assuming good intentions

• Creating an unmatched patient experience

• Driving clinical excellence

• Taking ownership and delivering results

• Being scrappy

Why Oak Street?

Oak Street Health offers our coworkers the opportunity to be at the forefront of a revolution in healthcare, as well as:

• Collaborative and energetic culture

• Fast-paced and innovative environment

• Competitive benefits including paid vacation and sick time, generous 401K match with immediate vesting, and health benefits

Oak Street Health is an equal opportunity employer. We embrace diversity and encourage all interested readers to apply to oakstreethealth.com/careers.

Company: Oak Street Health 

Title: Regional Partnership Manager

Location: Various

Oak Street Health is a rapidly growing, innovative company of community-based healthcare centers delivering higher quality health and wellness care that improves outcomes, manages medical costs and provides an unmatched experience for adults on Medicare in medically underserved communities. By providing holistic, comprehensive and integrated care right in our patients’ communities, we can help keep them healthy and reinvest cost savings in further care for those same communities and others. Since 2013, Oak Street Health has brought its singular approach to tens of thousands of people across the nation. With an ambitious growth trajectory, Oak Street Health is attracting and cultivating team members who embody Oak Street values and are passionate about our mission to rebuild healthcare as it should be.

For more information, visit www.oakstreethealth.com.

Core Responsibilities:

• Achieve monthly Managed Care Growth targets by identifying and developing assigned region with qualified and engaged agents, while supporting the success of their activity. 

  • Train engaged and developing agents on the OSH value proposition; Agents should be proficient at differentiating value-based care versus traditional primary care models. 

  • Engage in educational interventions with agents to support collaborative agent relationships that can engage with grassroots and center related activities with OSH staff.

  • Identify appropriate agents who are aligned with our mission, knowledgeable and culturally competent with our patient demographics and neighborhoods to engage in local grassroots and marketing lead generation opportunities in cooperation with the carrier partners and OSH. 

  • Quickly identify the Medicare Advantage sales leaders for each carrier in the counties OSH centers serve, including those agents most actively selling during the Special Enrollment Period/Lock-In season.

• Collaborate with regional internal growth partners in accomplishing growth targets by networking and coordinating events with Insurance Agents (IAs), General Agencies, Field Marketing Organization and local carrier leadership.

• Communicate, network, and negotiate with local insurance plan leaders on collaborative activities that mutually benefit the growth of both OSH, the carrier and the agent.  Also, a key tactic is building local sales management relationships to where they agree to develop and support lead generation in our 5 mile radii of the centers.

• Establish and nurture relationships with key health insurance brokers, health plans and community influencers who have relationships with individuals on Medicare.

• Be a leader of our regional outreach teams in other capacities as needed, for example, training, CRM optimization, and special projects.

• Train Patient Relations Managers (PRMs) and Outreach Team members on how to compliantly engage, plan and collaborate with culturally competent, knowledgeable IA’s to foster mutual growth in the catchment areas of OSH centers.

• Other duties as assigned

What are we looking for?

• 5+ years of sales and account management experience required

• Previous broker management experience preferred, but not required

• Bachelor degree required

• Ability to travel >50% at various times of the year; ability to also engage in regular evening events and activities

• Knowledge of and related experience with Medicare & Medicaid preferred

• Major account management experience preferred 

• A problem-solving orientation and a flexible and positive attitude

• Unique ability to neutralize, adapt and overcome external relationship issues for positive outcomes

• Outstanding networking and relationship management skills

• Strong communication and public speaking skills

• Proven history of developing partners and/or relationships leading to business growth

• Experienced in operating independently, managing regional travel and multiple priorities 

• Incredible level of organization and reliability in a matrix environment

• Microsoft Office (Excel) and CRM (Salesforce) familiarity

• Experience working on a multidisciplinary team preferred 

• Local managed care knowledge and relationships preferred, but not required

• Bilingual Spanish preferred, but not required 

• MBA preferred, but not required

• US work authorization

• Someone who embodies being “Oaky”. 

What does being “Oaky” look like?

• Radiating positive energy

• Assuming good intentions

• Creating an unmatched patient experience

• Driving clinical excellence

• Taking ownership and delivering results

• Being scrappy

Why Oak Street?

Oak Street Health offers our coworkers the opportunity to be at the forefront of a revolution in healthcare, as well as:

• Collaborative and energetic culture

• Fast-paced and innovative environment

• Competitive benefits including paid vacation and sick time, generous 401K match with immediate vesting, and health benefits

Oak Street Health is an equal opportunity employer. We embrace diversity and encourage all interested readers to apply to oakstreethealth.com/careers.

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Shearer’s is a privately held producer, leading co-manufacturer and distributor of quality snack foods sold under the Shearer’s brand, and other private labels. Ranking number one in private brand and contract manufactured salty snacks, as well as the number two supplier of private brand cookies and crackers in North America, you love our products, although you may not be familiar with our name!  We utilize our manufacturing expertise to serve as a strategic supplier to our partners, who are nationally recognized retail and restaurant brands. With exceptional competence in product development, manufacturing, marketing, and distribution, we continue to embrace significant growth in each segment of our business. Headquartered in Massillon, Ohio, we have over 5,000 associates in 12 state-of-the-art manufacturing and distribution sites in North America. You can visit our website at www.Shearers.com

Warehouse Fork Lift Operator/ Material Handler

Starting hourly rate - $17.00/hr

FORT WORTH TEXAS MANUFACTURING PLANT

The Warehouse General Team Member will be responsible for shipping and receiving activities such as building pallets, performing physical labor while engaged in loading/unloading functions, forklift operation, moving pallets to and from the production area with manually operated pallet jacks, as well as all other duties as assigned. The team member will be expected to keep the work area clean at all times at a level consistent with the high standards of food manufacturing.

Your seat at the table

• Carry out their duties using a variety of powered industrial equipment that may include: forklifts, stand-up forklifts, order selectors, or other equipment.
• Responsible for handling full cases of product, including consistent lifting of cartons and merchandise onto and off conveyor lines, pallets and other storage containers.
• Maintain and verify documentation and information to facilitate flow of merchandise throughout the plant.

What you bring to the table

Education and Work Experience

• High School Diploma or GED
• 2 years of experience in a warehouse or supply chain supervision role, preferably in the food processing industry

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Must have experience driving Forklifts; Stand Up Forklift experience preferred.
• Must be able to read, understand and effectively communicate to team members in immediate area.   
• Utilize math skills to verify quantities, make adjustments, fill out worksheets and complete order paperwork correctly. 
• Operate Warehouse Management System (WMS), radio frequency scanners, and other equipment needed to perform job duties. 
• Solid attention to detail, ability to follow directions and apply problem solving skills 
• Ability to identify product and match numbers.

Ability to operate forklifts stand-up forklifts, pallet jacks, and other equipment.

We Offer a Feast of Benefits

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Flexible Spending Account, Retirement Savings Plan with Match, Short Term Disability, Long Term Disability, Group Critical Accident Insurance, Group Critical Illness Insurance, Employee Assistance Plan and numerous opportunities to volunteer in the communities in which we operate.

You will be considered for employment in our inclusive workplace

Because at Shearer’s, we are committed to providing equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

This is your invitation to apply now!

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Job Location:  Fort Worth, TX

*Austin District includes all locations below. This is a remote position.

Upon hire, this role will be temporarily located in Ft Worth, TX or Arlington, TX both territories within the Austin District for training purposes and current business needs. Once a permanent territory within the Austin District becomes available the new hire will be required to relocate as needed to fill the new opening. The Austin District includes (but are not limited to):  Abeline, TX,  Arlington, TX  Austin, TX,  Dallas Southeast, TX,  Fort Worth, TX,  Georgetown, TX,  Killeen, TX  Midland/Odessa, TX,  Round Rock, TX,  and Waco, TX.

Do you love sales?  Do you want to work with amazing brands? 

As a Retail Sales Representative you will ensure flawless execution of store level sales and promotion plans with customer retailers in assigned territory.  The territory consists of high volume food chain grocers and mass merchandiser customers.  You will master retail execution plans by driving incremental sales, implementing and maintaining best-in-class promotional and merchandising strategies, and ensuring 100% distribution on authorized Hershey items across all classes of trade.
Responsibilities

*Drive Customer Points of Sale through Consultative Business Partnering
Customer Relationship Development and Management: Build and maintain consultative business relationships with customer Key Decision Makers (KDMs) at all levels.  Partner with KDMs to develop and execute a detailed action plan to increase and improve sales results within their stores based on sales analytics and best practices.  Cultivate a network of influential contacts at all levels of internal and external customers to achieve sales objectives within assigned territory.  Use strategic relationship with KDMs to influence and negotiate customers’ assistance in the merchandising of Hershey products.

Data Analysis and Sales Call Preparation: Prepare for retail sales calls by obtaining and analyzing relevant store, product and market data and creating effective selling tools and presentations for KDM delivery during call.  Utilize and complete pre-call planning methods and other company tools.  Review and make recommendations to the District sales manager to modify routes that maximize business efficiencies for all sales calls within territory.

Sales: Engage in forward selling utilizing consultative sales techniques of predetermined customer sales plans with store and market KDMs in every retail sales call, using provided data sources, technology, processes and procedures.  Maximize sales and display opportunities by conducting store walk-throughs and gaining commitment by KDMs on successful outcomes.  Tailor selling and consultative strategies to influence KDMs to order additional products to increase incremental sales and to obtain best in class quality of merchandising locations of promotional products.

*Merchandising
Achieve all merchandising objectives executing customer specific promotional plans through the effective use of forward selling and maintaining permanent secondary displays and other display vehicles established within the Retail Execution Plan.  Insure new items are placed on the shelf and out of stocks are addressed and corrected in every call.

*Administrative Responsibilities
Complete and submit electronic and/or written reports of daily and weekly activities, expenses, competitive activity, account changes, promotions and all administrative functions within assigned territory using company approved methods and technology

*Strategy Development & Process Improvement
Develop and recommend strategies aimed to improve the overall effectiveness of the territory, district and/or area business activities.  As requested, drive advocate partnerships within the assigned category.

This is a non-exhaustive list of duties, as some RSRs may perform additional or different duties depending on, among other things, their education, work experience, assigned supervisor, personal preferences, customers, territory, and other factors.  Moreover, depending on these and other factors, different RSRs may devote more or less time to any given responsibility.

Qualifications

Education and Experience:

Bachelors Degree Preferred 

Bachelors Degree or HS Diploma/GED and 3 or more years recent sales or customer service experience required

Minimum knowledge, skills and abilities required to successfully perform major duties/responsibilities

• Must have a valid US state issued driver’s license
• Must reside within territory boundaries
• Must be able to drive long distances to make multiple sales calls on a daily basis
• Must be able to work occasional weekends and overnight stays as required by the territory
• Must be able to lift 10-40 lbs. on a regular basis with or without reasonable accommodations
• Must be able to bend, kneel, stoop down and demonstrate manual dexterity on a frequent basis with or without reasonable accommodations
• Must be able to use tablet technology; some roles will require an intermediate level of computer skills with the Microsoft Office products
• Must have daily access to wireless internet
• Must have flexibility and adaptability to changes in territory coverage

The Hershey Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The policy of The Hershey Company is to extend opportunities to qualified applicants and employees on an equal basis regardless of an individual's race, color, gender, age, national origin, religion, citizenship status, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, transgender status, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other categories protected by applicable federal, state or local laws.

The Hershey Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Minority/Female/Disabled/Protected Veterans

The Hershey Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The policy of The Hershey Company is to extend opportunities to qualified applicants and employees on an equal basis regardless of an individual's race, color, gender, age, national origin, religion, citizenship status, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, transgender status, physical or mental disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other categories protected by applicable federal, state or local laws.

The Hershey Company is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Minority/Female/Disabled/Protected Veterans