Vendor Management

Cyber-Physical Security Manager – Integrated Cyber & Physical Security | Kansas City

Cyber-Physical Security Manager

📍 Location: Kansas City, Missouri (Hybrid / Flexible WFH)
💼 Employment Type: Full-Time
✈️ Travel: Occasional
🎓 Education: Bachelor’s Degree Required
🚚 Relocation Assistance: Possible for the ideal candidate

Role Overview

This role sits at the intersection of cybersecurity, physical security, and smart infrastructure. As Cyber-Physical Security Manager, you will design, govern, and evolve integrated security systems that protect people, facilities, data, and operational technologies across corporate and project sites.

You’ll act as a technical authority and strategic advisor, translating cybersecurity frameworks into real-world physical and operational security solutions—while partnering closely with IT Security, SOC, Crisis Response, and facilities leadership.

What You’ll Own

  • Design & Architecture

    • Design scalable, resilient cyber-physical security architectures across corporate and project environments

    • Produce technical specifications for:

      • Access control systems

      • Intrusion detection

      • Video surveillance

      • ICS / OT / IoT and smart building technologies

  • Framework Translation & Compliance

    • Translate security frameworks (e.g. ISO 27001, NIST SP 800-82) into technical requirements, procedures, and standards

    • Ensure systems align with federal credentialing and critical infrastructure requirements

  • Risk & Resilience

    • Lead cyber-physical security risk assessments, aligned with enterprise information security risk methodologies

    • Identify vulnerabilities across IT, OT, and physical domains and define mitigation strategies

  • Security Operations & Monitoring

    • Partner with Security Operations Center (SOC), Crisis Management, and Emergency Response teams

    • Enhance monitoring, detection, and response capabilities across physical and cyber environments

    • Integrate physical security platforms with centralized monitoring workflows

  • Enterprise & Smart Building Integration

    • Lead integration of physical security systems with IT and OT platforms

    • Ensure smart building technologies comply with enterprise IT security policies and governance

  • Strategy & Program Development

    • Partner with IT Security leadership to define and execute cyber-physical security strategy

    • Develop and maintain:

      • Security programs

      • Standards & playbooks

      • Operating procedures & checklists

    • Proactively evolve security capabilities to address emerging threats

  • Vendor & Stakeholder Management

    • Own vendor relationships through detailed scopes of work and performance oversight

    • Evaluate and onboard new vendors in line with defined security and operational standards

    • Collaborate cross-functionally with facilities, office management, IT, and security teams

What We’re Looking For

  • 7–10+ years of experience across cyber security, physical security, or integrated security environments

  • Strong background designing and managing enterprise-scale security systems

  • Experience working with OT, ICS, IoT, or smart building technologies

  • Hands-on experience translating security frameworks into operational controls

  • Proven ability to work cross-functionally with IT, facilities, operations, and executive stakeholders

  • Strong documentation, governance, and program-building skills

  • Comfortable operating as both technical expert and strategic advisor

Nice to Have

  • Experience supporting SOC environments or security monitoring platforms

  • Background in critical infrastructure, construction, large facilities, or multi-site enterprises

  • Familiarity with vendor selection, RFPs, and managed security services

Compensation & Benefits

  • 💰 Base Salary: $107,000 – $134,000

  • Comprehensive benefits package including:

    • Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

    • Paid Time Off

    • Retirement Plan

    • Flexible work arrangements

    • Relocation assistance (if applicable)

Additional Details

  • Security Clearance Required: No

  • Visa Sponsorship: Not available

  • Work Model: Hybrid / Flexible WFH

  • Employment Type: Full-Time

Ideal Candidate Profile

  • Strategic thinker with hands-on technical depth

  • Comfortable owning end-to-end security programs

  • Collaborative, detail-oriented, and proactive

  • Passionate about protecting people, assets, and systems in complex, real-world environments

 

Supplier Technical Engineer – Supplier Quality & Process Improvement (On-site, San Diego)

⚙️ Supplier Technical Engineer

📍 Location: San Diego, CA (On-site)
💼 Employment Type: Full-Time
🏭 Industry: Energy
📦 Function: Supply Chain / Supplier Quality
🛂 Visa Sponsorship: Not available
🎯 Level: Associate (2–5 years’ experience)

🌟 About the Role

We are seeking a Supplier Technical Engineer to support supplier quality, process reliability, and continuous improvement across a global supply chain. This role plays a critical part in ensuring supplier performance meets high technical and quality standards while partnering closely with internal stakeholders and external suppliers to resolve issues and drive long-term improvements.

If you enjoy working at the intersection of engineering, quality, and supplier collaboration, this is a strong opportunity to build impact early in your career.

🔧 Key Responsibilities

  • Support resolution of supplier-related quality issues and process gaps

  • Provide conclusions and recommendations for quality improvements

  • Partner with suppliers on continuous improvement initiatives

  • Implement and monitor supplier process controls, evaluations, audits, and corrective actions

  • Support supplier qualification for new products and components

  • Identify root causes of quality problems and develop short- and long-term action plans

  • Maintain documentation related to inspections, evaluations, and quality records

🧠 Core Competencies You’ll Use Daily

Quality & Continuous Improvement

  • Apply quality management tools and techniques

  • Use inspections, walkthroughs, and evaluation tools

  • Track quality indicators and support improvement efforts

Problem Solving

  • Identify and document issues and solution options

  • Use data and diagnostics to assess root cause

  • Balance risk, cost, and impact when recommending solutions

Collaboration & Communication

  • Work cross-functionally with engineering, manufacturing, and supply chain

  • Communicate clearly with suppliers and internal teams

  • Contribute to collaborative problem-solving sessions

Attention to Detail

  • Ensure accuracy in documentation and reporting

  • Use checklists and verification methods to avoid errors

  • Learn from past issues to improve future outcomes

Time & Priority Management

  • Manage multiple tasks and priorities simultaneously

  • Respond to operational needs while progressing project work

🎓 Background & Experience

Required

  • Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Engineering, or related field

  • 2–5 years of experience in supplier quality, manufacturing, or technical supply chain roles

Preferred

  • Experience in Supplier Quality Engineering (SQE)

  • Familiarity with investment casting and airfoil components (e.g., blades, nozzles)

  • Exposure to manufacturing environments or technical suppliers

💰 Compensation & Benefits

  • Salary Range: $89,210 – $133,810

  • Benefits: Full benefits package

  • Bonus: Not eligible

  • Relocation: Not available

  • Travel: None required

 

Global Category Manager – Procurement | Medical Devices | Guaynabo, PR | Onsite

🌍 Global Category Manager – Procurement

📍 Location: Guaynabo, Puerto Rico (Metro Office Park, on-site 4 days/week)
🏭 Industry: Medical Devices / Manufacturing
🎓 Education: Bachelor’s Degree (required)
💼 Experience Level: Mid–Senior (10–15 years)
🚫 Visa Sponsorship: Not available
🚚 Relocation: Not available
💰 Compensation: Competitive base salary + full benefits
🕓 Employment Type: Full-Time | Permanent

🌟 The Opportunity

A global leader in medical technology is seeking an experienced Global Category Manager – Procurement to lead strategic sourcing and category management across a diverse global network of 87 manufacturing sites.

Reporting directly to the Director of Strategic Sourcing, this role will define and execute a global category strategy encompassing procurement, sourcing, vendor management, and cost optimization initiatives. You’ll partner with cross-functional and multicultural teams, driving measurable results in cost efficiency, supplier performance, and risk mitigation.

This is a high-visibility position offering the opportunity to influence sourcing strategy at a global scale while supporting the mission of advancing healthcare innovation worldwide.

🧭 Key Responsibilities

Strategic Leadership

  • Develop and lead global category sourcing strategies aligned with business objectives and growth plans.

  • Collaborate with global procurement leaders under a hub-and-spoke model to set category direction and drive consistency across regions.

  • Monitor key spending trends, market drivers, and supply chain risks to proactively adjust strategies.

  • Lead strategic sourcing efforts to minimize cost, ensure supply continuity, and enhance product quality.

Supplier & Contract Management

  • Identify, qualify, and manage a global supplier base, ensuring performance against KPIs for cost, quality, delivery, and service.

  • Lead complex negotiations and develop contracts for standard and specialized goods/services in collaboration with legal teams.

  • Conduct supplier evaluations, site audits, and continuous improvement initiatives to strengthen vendor performance.

  • Drive supplier business reviews to promote continuous improvement and partnership excellence.

Operational Excellence

  • Apply Lean Six Sigma and continuous improvement principles to streamline procurement processes.

  • Partner with business units and R&D leaders to integrate category strategies and optimize total cost of ownership.

  • Leverage technology and analytics to forecast demand, evaluate cost drivers, and support long-term sourcing decisions.

  • Ensure strict adherence to corporate ethics, compliance, and fiduciary standards across procurement operations.

🎓 Education & Experience

Required

Bachelor’s Degree in Business, Supply Chain, Engineering, or related field.
6–8+ years of relevant experience in procurement, sourcing, or category management.
✅ Strong background in strategic sourcing, negotiations, and market intelligence.
✅ Proficiency with Ariba, ERP systems, and advanced Excel or analytical tools.
✅ Strong communication, stakeholder engagement, and cross-cultural collaboration skills.
✅ Bilingual (English & Spanish).

Preferred

⭐ Experience managing procurement in plastic components, medical device, or pharmaceutical industries.
⭐ Proven ability to develop category strategies using structured 5-step or 7-step strategic sourcing frameworks.
⭐ Background in multi-site, global operations management (supporting 50+ facilities).
⭐ Demonstrated success in forecasting, cost modeling, and supplier relationship management.

💡 Core Competencies

  • Strategic and analytical thinker with a data-driven approach.

  • Strong negotiation and influencing skills.

  • Proven ability to operate in global, multicultural environments.

  • Excellent project management, forecasting, and reporting skills.

  • Resilient, adaptable, and results-focused leader.

🧩 Why This Role?

This position offers the opportunity to lead at the intersection of strategic sourcing and innovation, with real impact on a company that touches millions of lives through advanced medical technologies.

You’ll join a team that values integrity, collaboration, and continuous improvement, while offering support for professional growth and global exposure.

✨ Ideal Candidate Snapshot

  • Experience: 10–15 years in category management or strategic sourcing

  • Industry Background: Medical Devices, Plastics, or Pharmaceuticals

  • Languages: English & Spanish (bilingual proficiency)

  • Tools: Ariba | ERP Systems | Advanced Excel

  • Leadership: Experience managing suppliers and stakeholders across multiple countries

  • Travel: Occasional

🌐 Ready to lead global procurement strategy for a mission-driven organization?
Apply your category management expertise and make a global impact by driving value, sustainability, and innovation across the supply chain.

 

Maintenance Manager | Food & Beverage Manufacturing | Cherokee, OK | $131K–$150K

🏭 Maintenance Manager
🗺️
Cherokee, OK
📍 Food & Beverages Industry | Onsite
💼 Mid-Senior Level | Management
📅 Full-time | 1 Position Available

Compensation: $131,000 – $150,000 (confidential if posted externally)
🚚 Relocation: Limited assistance available
Visa Sponsorship: Not available

🎯 Position Purpose

The Maintenance Manager will oversee the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of maintenance practices that keep plant equipment, grounds, and production processes running efficiently. This leader will play a vital role in driving operational excellence, ensuring compliance, and fostering a culture of safety while leading the engineering and maintenance teams.

🛠️ Key Responsibilities

  • Plant Operations & Layout: Develop and optimize plant processing lines to support operational changes or expansions.

  • Safety & Compliance: Ensure strict adherence to OSHA regulations and all company safety policies.

  • Team Leadership: Equip and guide engineering and maintenance teams with the tools, training, and knowledge needed to sustain facility operations.

  • Budget & Projects: Oversee Capital and Expense Budget projects and ensure timely execution.

  • Vendor & Contractor Management: Build strong working relationships with external contractors and vendors to ensure efficient project delivery.

  • Cross-Department Collaboration: Partner closely with other departments to resolve daily operational challenges and drive plant-wide success.

  • Continuous Improvement: Identify issues proactively and lead solutions in a structured, constructive manner.

✅ Qualifications

  • Education: Associate’s degree in a relevant field (or equivalent experience).

  • Experience: 5+ years of management experience in manufacturing (meat industry experience preferred).

  • Licenses/Certifications: State Mechanical Contractor’s License.

  • Technical Expertise:

    • Strong mechanical aptitude with working knowledge of electrical & mechanical systems.

    • Basic understanding of refrigeration systems.

    • Familiarity with CAD and PLC equipment.

  • Skills:

    • Strong problem-solving and decision-making ability.

    • Excellent project and priority management.

    • Effective communicator and self-starter with leadership skills across all organizational levels.

    • Computer literacy (Excel, MS Word).

⚙️ Work Environment & Physical Demands

  • Ability to sit, stand, or walk for extended periods throughout the day.

  • Occasional lifting of up to 40 lbs with proper technique.

  • Work may require personal protective equipment (safety glasses, hearing protection, etc.).

  • Exposure to extreme temperatures (-40°F to 110°F) and high-noise environments.

📌 Why This Role?

This is a fantastic opportunity for a hands-on Maintenance Manager ready to lead in a fast-paced food manufacturing environment. You’ll take ownership of critical operations, drive continuous improvements, and make a direct impact on plant safety, efficiency, and long-term sustainability.