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Director of Finance (Manufacturing industry, Business Planning focus by "Keith Bogen SPHR" hrslugger2002
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Tue Dec 10, 2013 9:47 am (PST) . Posted by:
"John Barry" itechjohn
Northern Fairfield Professionals (NFP) meeting tonight Tuesday, December 10
is canceled because of the weather.
Our next meeting is Jan 14.
Have an enjoyable holiday season.
John Barry
ITech Consulting Partners
30 Church Hill Road
Newtown, CT 06470
203-270-0051 Ext: 301
203-270-0071 Fax
john@itechcp.
www.itechcp.
Providing IT professionals on a contract or fulltime basis.
Please visit our website at www.itechcp.
company and a list of our hot jobs.
linkedin profile:
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Tue Dec 10, 2013 9:50 am (PST) . Posted by:
"Ian Kennedy" ibkennedy47
Dear Friends,
If you are a fit, then please write to Dan and mention Patrick Matthew's name.
Cheers, Ian
Ian Kennedy
President
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203-538-8802 (w) 203-225-0893 (f)
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We are a proud founding member of the [cid:image003.png@01CEF5A6.70A23D20] Global Outplacement Alliance<http://www.globaloutplacementalliance.com/> with more than 200 offices throughout the U.S. and affiliate offices worldwide.
For information on our outplacement programs click here<http://www.schegggroup.com/outplacement>.
We conduct searches across a broad spectrum of industry and service sectors and to fill diverse positions.
We currently have several searches underway. Please click here<http://www.schegggroup.com/search-practice/search-openings/> to see the open positions.
Please click here<http://www.schegggroup.com/search-practice/submit-your-resume/> to upload your resume to our database.
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We are looking for 3-4 Senior Project Managers for a major US based manufacturing company with locations in Ohio, Virginia or NC.
These Senior PMs need to have either strong app development backgrounds or a generalist in Project Management.
The successful candidates can have a little as 5 years experience or up to 15-20 years, but with a desire to grow with a multi-billion dollar US manufacturing company.
Costing and scheduling backgrounds are important pieces of the puzzle.
A PMP is nice but NOT required. Degrees are also preferred.
Please let me know who you might recommend for any of these locations.
Thank you
Dan
Dan Spencer, CPC
Senior Partner
ProFound International Search
2131 Woodruff Road
Suite 2100, B-287
Greenville, SC 29607
864-288-4188
dspencer@profoundintl.com<mailto:dspencer@profoundintl.com>
Senior Project Manager
The Senior Project Manager will be responsible for planning, executing and finalizing multiple IT projects while following a structured PM Framework/SDLC, and working directly with various IT Leaders company wide. This includes acquiring resources and coordinating the efforts of team members and third-party contractors or consultants in order to deliver projects according to deadlines and within budget. The Project Manager will also oversee project quality control throughout its life cycle.
Job Responsibilities
Manage multiple large scale information technology projects concurrently. (Over $3M+)
Leverage excellent communication skills to complete project related documentation as well as present status to project Steering Committee and PMO
Assure compliance by managing team efforts on the completion of required project documentation
Work closely with business and IT team to gain consensus and approval of each phase of the project lifecycle
Create, maintain, and manage; charters, test plans, deployment plans, project plans, schedules, and budgets to ensure the project remains within agreed upon scope, schedule, cost and quality throughout each phase of the project
Identify and manage project dependencies and critical path items through entire project lifecycle
Manage stakeholder expectations as well as the change request process and project budget
Ensure all project issues are identified and adequately addressed in a timely manner to avoid delays
Job Qualifications / Requirements
Bachelors Degree in Computer Science or related field.
10+ years' experience in IT, a broad background in a wide range of technologies including hardware, software, project management, and major project implementations on cross functional projects.
Integration experience across multiple platforms, applications, and ERP's.
Experience in both matrix-management and shared-services IT environments
Track record in vendor management.
Experience in use of outsourced services.
Experience in merger and acquisition projects.
Familiarity with project management software.
Must possess the following personal attributes: strong work ethic; tenacious; attention to detail; assertive; initiative; persuasive; encouraging and motivating.
Ability to adapt to shifting priorities, demands and timelines through analytical and problem-solving capabilities
Ability to gain cooperation from upper management, clients, and other departments
Strong interpersonal skills including the ability to defuse tension among the project team, should it arise
Customer service skills an asset
Ability to effectively prioritize and execute tasks in a high-pressure environment is crucial
If you are a fit, then please write to Dan and mention Patrick Matthew'
Cheers, Ian
Ian Kennedy
President
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ikennedy@schegggrou
www.schegggroup.
203-538-8802 (w) 203-225-0893 (f)
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We are a proud founding member of the [cid:image003.png@
For information on our outplacement programs click here<http://www.schegggr
We conduct searches across a broad spectrum of industry and service sectors and to fill diverse positions.
We currently have several searches underway. Please click here<http://www.schegggr
Please click here<http://www.schegggr
For information on our coaching programs click here<http://www.schegggr
***This information may be confidential and/or privileged. Use of this information by anyone other than the intended recipient is prohibited. If you receive this in error, please inform the sender and remove any record of this message. ***
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We are looking for 3-4 Senior Project Managers for a major US based manufacturing company with locations in Ohio, Virginia or NC.
These Senior PMs need to have either strong app development backgrounds or a generalist in Project Management.
The successful candidates can have a little as 5 years experience or up to 15-20 years, but with a desire to grow with a multi-billion dollar US manufacturing company.
Costing and scheduling backgrounds are important pieces of the puzzle.
A PMP is nice but NOT required. Degrees are also preferred.
Please let me know who you might recommend for any of these locations.
Thank you
Dan
Dan Spencer, CPC
Senior Partner
ProFound International Search
2131 Woodruff Road
Suite 2100, B-287
Greenville, SC 29607
864-288-4188
dspencer@profoundin
Senior Project Manager
The Senior Project Manager will be responsible for planning, executing and finalizing multiple IT projects while following a structured PM Framework/SDLC, and working directly with various IT Leaders company wide. This includes acquiring resources and coordinating the efforts of team members and third-party contractors or consultants in order to deliver projects according to deadlines and within budget. The Project Manager will also oversee project quality control throughout its life cycle.
Job Responsibilities
Manage multiple large scale information technology projects concurrently. (Over $3M+)
Leverage excellent communication skills to complete project related documentation as well as present status to project Steering Committee and PMO
Assure compliance by managing team efforts on the completion of required project documentation
Work closely with business and IT team to gain consensus and approval of each phase of the project lifecycle
Create, maintain, and manage; charters, test plans, deployment plans, project plans, schedules, and budgets to ensure the project remains within agreed upon scope, schedule, cost and quality throughout each phase of the project
Identify and manage project dependencies and critical path items through entire project lifecycle
Manage stakeholder expectations as well as the change request process and project budget
Ensure all project issues are identified and adequately addressed in a timely manner to avoid delays
Job Qualifications / Requirements
Bachelors Degree in Computer Science or related field.
10+ years' experience in IT, a broad background in a wide range of technologies including hardware, software, project management, and major project implementations on cross functional projects.
Integration experience across multiple platforms, applications, and ERP's.
Experience in both matrix-management and shared-services IT environments
Track record in vendor management.
Experience in use of outsourced services.
Experience in merger and acquisition projects.
Familiarity with project management software.
Must possess the following personal attributes: strong work ethic; tenacious; attention to detail; assertive; initiative; persuasive; encouraging and motivating.
Ability to adapt to shifting priorities, demands and timelines through analytical and problem-solving capabilities
Ability to gain cooperation from upper management, clients, and other departments
Strong interpersonal skills including the ability to defuse tension among the project team, should it arise
Customer service skills an asset
Ability to effectively prioritize and execute tasks in a high-pressure environment is crucial
Tue Dec 10, 2013 2:45 pm (PST) . Posted by:
"John Barry" itechjohn
Overview
Our client is seeking an experienced Electrical Engineer whose duties will
include producing engineering designs and related documentation following
the customer specifications and other requirements; work on new product
development efforts and improvement of existing products; comply with ISO
quality requirements; help facilitate the company'
manufacturing initiatives; and assist the Engineering Manager in areas as
needed.
This is a direct hire (fulltime employee) position in the Oxford-Derby, CT
area. Local candidate preferred. Salary range is $90,000.00 - $103,000.00
Skills and Qualifications
. Must have BSEE with 5 or more years of relevant work experience.
. Knowledgeable with both low and extra-low voltage circuits for
motors and control systems.
. Capable of designing software-based electrical systems for both
PLC and computer based control systems.
. Able to create PLC ladder logic diagrams and termination diagrams.
. Familiar with the operation of mechanical drive systems.
. Must have experience with the selection and sizing of electrical
controls, drives, motors, operators, switches, etc.
. Must be proficient with SolidWorks (preferably with Electrical
module)
. Experience with complex machine control system development,
implementation, start-up and troubleshooting desired.
. Mechanical design experience a plus.
Interested candidate should email <blocked:
john@itechcp.
match the requirements.
Visit <http://www.itechcp.
our company and a list of our hot jobs.
Best regards,
John Barry
ITech Consulting Partners
30 Church Hill Road
Newtown, CT 06470
203-270-0051 Ext: 301
203-270-0071 Fax
john@itechcp.
www.itechcp.
Providing IT professionals on a contract or fulltime basis.
Please visit our website for more information about our company and a list
of our hot jobs: <http://www.itechcp.
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Tue Dec 10, 2013 9:09 pm (PST) . Posted by:
"Keith Bogen SPHR" hrslugger2002
The Everest Group is working to place an Operations Manager with a global specialty retailer. Please see the complete description below to determine if this position is in line with your background. If interested, please send your resume in MS Word (.doc) format to Rachel Pearson at rpearson@theeverestgrp.com.
Also, please consider your professional network and share this information with anyone who may be interested.
For a complete list of positions The Everest Group is currently working to fill, please visit our website at www.theeverestgrp.com.
Rachel Pearson
Account Manager
The Everest Group
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Operations Manager
Please send resumes in MS Word format (.doc) to Rachel Pearson at rpearson@theeverestgrp.com
Our client is an $18B global specialty retailer offering clothing, accessories and personal care products for men, women, children, and babies. With about 136,000 employees and about 3,100 company-operated stores and over 300 franchise stores, this company is known throughout the world. Our client is seeking a Operations Manager for two 1M sq. ft. Distribution Centers.
Location:
Fresno, Ca
Summary: The Operations Manager manages all functions of the Distribution Center, according to the following responsibilities:
* Demonstrates business leadership throughout the organization by using independent discretion to create and achieve short and long-term strategic and tactical plans for the Distribution Center guided by broad policies, objectives and standards.
* Owns & develops plans for promoting team collaboration and accountability for meeting performance objectives, while building, motivating and leading cross-functional teams across the organization to achieve the objectives of the company.
* Uses independent judgment to build & promote free flow of information and communication throughout the organization that will encourage change while maintaining operative effectiveness & success.
* Adapts communication techniques for audiences at multiple internal/external levels & uses these techniques to decide the appropriate approach while interacting others at different venues. Drives employee engagement through floor presence.
* Ensures that direct reports have the support needed to effectively manage their departments and direct reports.
* Manages & motivates assigned direct reports & facility personnel to accomplish established goals.
* Contributes to policy/program development through consistent administration and execution of policies/guidelines that directly affect work activities.
* Establish, plan, and implement the necessary employee engagement programs required to foster a culture of teamwork and continuous performances improvement, which impacts all aspects of functional and business results. Requirements:
* Knowledge of distribution operating systems, to include KRONOS, DLx, and WMS
* Strong leadership and motivational skills, with the ability to manage for results.
* Strong written and oral communication skills.
* Ability to analyze EOS results and lead action plans to resolve issues.
* Ability to manage employee conflict and successful resolution.
* Ability to assess talent and build development plans
* Demonstrated ability to coach and develop team members
* Strong analytical skills, including ability to review data/processes & independently determine/implement solution
* Excellent problem solving and decision-making skills.
* Strong ability to multi-task.
* Ability to proactively plan and organize work to accomplish goals
* Strong time management skills.
* Fully functional professional knowledge in all relevant areas: organizational culture, standards and business goals; people and project management skills; competitor/industry practices within subject area
* Knowledge and experience using various computer systems, to include Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook & PowerPoint
* Bachelors' degree or equivalent experience required.
* 7+ years line supervision.Compensation:
* $68,000 – $115,000
________________________________
The Everest Group
211 S Glendora Ave.
Suite C
Glendora, California 91741
Also, please consider your professional network and share this information with anyone who may be interested.
For a complete list of positions The Everest Group is currently working to fill, please visit our website at www.theeverestgrp
Rachel Pearson
Account Manager
The Everest Group
____________
Operations Manager
Please send resumes in MS Word format (.doc) to Rachel Pearson at rpearson@theeverest
Our client is an $18B global specialty retailer offering clothing, accessories and personal care products for men, women, children, and babies. With about 136,000 employees and about 3,100 company-operated stores and over 300 franchise stores, this company is known throughout the world. Our client is seeking a Operations Manager for two 1M sq. ft. Distribution Centers.
Location:
Fresno, Ca
Summary: The Operations Manager manages all functions of the Distribution Center, according to the following responsibilities:
* Demonstrates business leadership throughout the organization by using independent discretion to create and achieve short and long-term strategic and tactical plans for the Distribution Center guided by broad policies, objectives and standards.
* Owns & develops plans for promoting team collaboration and accountability for meeting performance objectives, while building, motivating and leading cross-functional teams across the organization to achieve the objectives of the company.
* Uses independent judgment to build & promote free flow of information and communication throughout the organization that will encourage change while maintaining operative effectiveness & success.
* Adapts communication techniques for audiences at multiple internal/external levels & uses these techniques to decide the appropriate approach while interacting others at different venues. Drives employee engagement through floor presence.
* Ensures that direct reports have the support needed to effectively manage their departments and direct reports.
* Manages & motivates assigned direct reports & facility personnel to accomplish established goals.
* Contributes to policy/program development through consistent administration and execution of policies/guidelines that directly affect work activities.
* Establish, plan, and implement the necessary employee engagement programs required to foster a culture of teamwork and continuous performances improvement, which impacts all aspects of functional and business results. Requirement
* Knowledge of distribution operating systems, to include KRONOS, DLx, and WMS
* Strong leadership and motivational skills, with the ability to manage for results.
* Strong written and oral communication skills.
* Ability to analyze EOS results and lead action plans to resolve issues.
* Ability to manage employee conflict and successful resolution.
* Ability to assess talent and build development plans
* Demonstrated ability to coach and develop team members
* Strong analytical skills, including ability to review data/processes & independently determine/implement solution
* Excellent problem solving and decision-making skills.
* Strong ability to multi-task.
* Ability to proactively plan and organize work to accomplish goals
* Strong time management skills.
* Fully functional professional knowledge in all relevant areas: organizational culture, standards and business goals; people and project management skills; competitor/industry practices within subject area
* Knowledge and experience using various computer systems, to include Microsoft Word, Excel, Outlook & PowerPoint
* Bachelors' degree or equivalent experience required.
* 7+ years line supervision.
* $68,000 – $115,000
____________
The Everest Group
211 S Glendora Ave.
Suite C
Glendora, California 91741
Tue Dec 10, 2013 9:33 pm (PST) . Posted by:
"Keith Bogen SPHR" hrslugger2002
Director of Finance (Manufacturing industry, Business Planning focus)
Kalamazoo, MI.
*Relocation package offered.
Our client is a leading global supplier of advanced automotive technology, systems & components and offers a tremendous opportunity for professional growth and leadership.
This role is directly responsible for Profit Planning of two U.S. plants and consolidates results of two additional plants in North America. The position is also responsible for Cost Planning for all four plants.
RESPONSIBILITIES - PROFIT PLANNING AREA
• Lead the development of annual and mid-term profit plans across multiple manufacturing plants, each one a profit center, including the establishment of the mid-term plan, the annual operating budget, standard costs, and capital expenditures
• Conduct profit analysis – both historical and forecasted – to identify actual or forecasted gaps to plan
• Work with related departments to identify counter-measures for performance gaps
• Confirm profit levels by product, customer, and plant and identify areas for improvement
• Identify major trends both inside and outside the company that can provide insight to internal stakeholders, driving advancement
RESPONSIBILITIES - COST PLANNING AREA
· Work with Sales and Design to identify future market needs
· Establish product plans, and create sales strategies
· Establish cost targets for future generation products and work with related areas, such as Design Engineering, Process Engineering, and Purchasing for achievement
· Maintain and improve cost tables (i.e. models) of major products
· Prepare quotes on potential business and work with Sales to create a successful scenario
· Analyze major investment actions to confirm sufficient financial returns can be realized. This includes both setting financial targets and working with internal stakeholders to create plans for their success and following up the actual achievement
RESPONSIBILITIES - GENERAL MANAGEMENT
• Define expected performance levels of the Profit Planning and Cost Planning teams
• Set annual objectives which encourage achievement of high levels of performance
• Identify necessary development areas and utilize a combination of actions such as training, challenge assignments, and cross-functional rotations to improve performance of the team
• Evaluate company processes and identify key steps, linkages, critical success factors, and process weaknesses, especially as they relate to the company's financial performance
• Evaluate best practices, challenge current work processes, and lead improvements
QUALIFICATIONS:
• At least 10 years' experience in a financial area, with at least five of those years being in a management position of a manufacturing company
• Prior background in a position similar to either Profit Planning or Cost Planning
• Bachelor's degree in finance, accounting, or operations
• Must have background of recommending improvements to existing business practices yielding measureable results
• Able to communicate effectively at all levels of the organization
• Results-driven with a passion for finding ways to improve performance, processes, and tools
• Creative approach to solving business problems
• Conviction of belief and action resulting from a strong internal drive and self motivation
PREFERENCES:
· Experience in launching advanced financial systems
· Prior experience within automotive, especially a major tier-1 supplier
· Advanced degree (MBA or other Masters)
If qualified, email resume & compensation requirement to: elisa.sheftic@rightexecutivesearch.com.
****
Elisa Sheftic
President & Managing Partner
Right Executive Search, LLC
elisa.sheftic@rightexecutivesearch.com
Kalamazoo, MI.
*Relocation package offered.
Our client is a leading global supplier of advanced automotive technology, systems & components and offers a tremendous opportunity for professional growth and leadership.
This role is directly responsible for Profit Planning of two U.S. plants and consolidates results of two additional plants in North America. The position is also responsible for Cost Planning for all four plants.
RESPONSIBILITIES - PROFIT PLANNING AREA
• Lead the development of annual and mid-term profit plans across multiple manufacturing plants, each one a profit center, including the establishment of the mid-term plan, the annual operating budget, standard costs, and capital expenditures
• Conduct profit analysis – both historical and forecasted – to identify actual or forecasted gaps to plan
• Work with related departments to identify counter-measures for performance gaps
• Confirm profit levels by product, customer, and plant and identify areas for improvement
• Identify major trends both inside and outside the company that can provide insight to internal stakeholders, driving advancement
RESPONSIBILITIES - COST PLANNING AREA
· Work with Sales and Design to identify future market needs
· Establish product plans, and create sales strategies
· Establish cost targets for future generation products and work with related areas, such as Design Engineering, Process Engineering, and Purchasing for achievement
· Maintain and improve cost tables (i.e. models) of major products
· Prepare quotes on potential business and work with Sales to create a successful scenario
· Analyze major investment actions to confirm sufficient financial returns can be realized. This includes both setting financial targets and working with internal stakeholders to create plans for their success and following up the actual achievement
RESPONSIBILITIES - GENERAL MANAGEMENT
• Define expected performance levels of the Profit Planning and Cost Planning teams
• Set annual objectives which encourage achievement of high levels of performance
• Identify necessary development areas and utilize a combination of actions such as training, challenge assignments, and cross-functional rotations to improve performance of the team
• Evaluate company processes and identify key steps, linkages, critical success factors, and process weaknesses, especially as they relate to the company'
• Evaluate best practices, challenge current work processes, and lead improvements
QUALIFICATIONS:
• At least 10 years' experience in a financial area, with at least five of those years being in a management position of a manufacturing company
• Prior background in a position similar to either Profit Planning or Cost Planning
• Bachelor'
• Must have background of recommending improvements to existing business practices yielding measureable results
• Able to communicate effectively at all levels of the organization
• Results-driven with a passion for finding ways to improve performance, processes, and tools
• Creative approach to solving business problems
• Conviction of belief and action resulting from a strong internal drive and self motivation
PREFERENCES:
· Experience in launching advanced financial systems
· Prior experience within automotive, especially a major tier-1 supplier
· Advanced degree (MBA or other Masters)
If qualified, email resume & compensation requirement to: elisa.sheftic@
****
Elisa Sheftic
President & Managing Partner
Right Executive Search, LLC
elisa.sheftic@
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