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JOB DESCRIPTION
Job Title: Sourcing Manager, Global Sourcing
Location: Vernon Hills, IL
Department: PFR Sourcing
Reports To: Director, PFR Sourcing
Rust-Oleum Corporation is a worldwide leader in protective paints and coatings for both home and industry.
We offer a wide range of products including decorative fashion paints, durable industrial roof repair coatings and, of course, our famous rust-fighting formula that started it all.
JOB PURPOSE:
The Sourcing Manager, Global Sourcing, is responsible for managing global sourcing activities for Purchase for Resale (PFR) items that support RPM's Consumer Group product portfolio, as well as select direct materials used in manufacturing.
This role focuses on optimizing cost, quality, service, and supply continuity across resale products, raw materials, and packaging.
Working closely with Supply Chain, Product Management, R&D, Quality, and Operations, this role ensures that both PFR and direct materials suppliers meet technical, commercial, and operational requirements while supporting company growth and profitability.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Supplier Management:
Manage a global supplier base for PFR and select direct materials.
Ensure suppliers meet performance expectations for quality, cost, delivery, service, regulatory compliance, and technical capability.
Support supplier qualification, onboarding, and periodic business reviews.
Monitor PFR supplier capabilities to ensure readiness for product launches, line expansions, and category growth.
Sourcing Execution & Commercial Management
Lead RFQs/RFPs for both PFR categories and select direct materials.
Negotiate pricing and commercial terms and recommend sourcing decisions.
Evaluate total cost of ownership (TCO) for PFR and select direct categories.
Collaborate with Sourcing and Product Management on PFR SKU sourcing.
Coordinate cross-functionally to support all sourcing activities related to new product launches.
Cost Management, Value Engineering & Market Monitoring
Identify cost-saving and value-engineering opportunities across assigned categories.
Understand global commodity markets, material trends, and cost drivers affecting the coatings industry.
Support standard cost updates.
Provide cost inputs for business cases, new product development (NPD), and PFR margin analysis.
Contracts, Compliance & Risk Mitigation
Support creation and negotiation of supply agreements, pricing contracts, and commercial terms.
Ensure adherence to safety, environmental, regulatory, and product compliance requirements.
Identify and mitigate supply chain risks, including single-source exposure, quality concerns, capacity constraints, and geopolitical issues.
Support business continuity planning for PFR and critical material suppliers.
REQUIREMENTS:
Skills & Experience
Bachelor's degree in supply chain, business, or related field-or equivalent experience.
5-10 years of sourcing, procurement, or supply chain experience, ideally in global, consumer goods, chemicals, coatings, or manufacturing environments.
Strong understanding of supply chains related to finished goods, raw materials, and packaging.
Demonstrated experience in supplier negotiations, cost analysis, and commercial agreement support.
Strong analytical skills, with ability to interpret complex data sets and market trends.
Excellent communication, relationship-building, and cross-functional collaboration skills.
Working knowledge of financial concepts such as cost structures, budgeting, and savings validation.
SAP and Microsoft Excel proficiency preferred.
Travel: 25% (International & Domestic)
Competencies
Expertise in PFR category and Direct Sourcing
Strong negotiation skills
Supplier relationship management
Data-driven problem solving
Risk assessment and mitigation
Strategic thinking with hands-on execution
Adaptability in a dynamic, fast-paced environment
Attention to detail and operational discipline
Salary Target Range: $100,00-$120,000, bonus eligible
From big benefits to small, we take care of our associates! After 30 days of employment, you will be eligible for a benefits package that includes medical, dental, life, disability and business travel insurance, flexible spending accounts, EAP, stock purchases and vacation/sick days/parental leave.
We also offer a 401(k) plan after three months of employment.
Associates are vested in the RPM Pension plan after completing five years of service.
Rust-Oleum offers 9.5 paid holidays and one floating holiday per year.
You are also eligible to earn three weeks of vacation on an annualized basis.
Rust-Oleum is an equal opportunity employer.
Employment selection and related decisions are made without regard to sex, race, age, disability, religion, national origin, color, or any other protected class.Apply for this ad Online! ....Read more...
Type: Permanent Location: Vernon Hills, Illinois
Posted: 2026-03-12 14:11:00
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Warehouse Stock Auditor (RAS-SCI)
Wellingborough Full Time Permanent Position- £25,396 per annum
At RAS Supply Chain Integrity, we protect stock accuracy for major Retailers across their supply chains.
From inbound deliveries to outbound dispatch or store back-door, we make sure stock counts are correct, errors are caught early, and retailers can trust what reaches their shelves.
We are looking for a Warehouse Stock Auditors to join our site-based team and carry out daily physical stock checks.
The Role
This is a hands-on auditing position based at our customer's distribution centre.
Your job is to physically check stock for accuracy, identify discrepancies, and document results clearly.
You'll play a key role in ensuring that pallets, cages, and loads match paperwork and delivery requirements before leaving the depot.
If you're naturally precise, enjoy structured work, and take pride in getting it right first time, this role is for you.
What you'll be doing
Conducting physical audits of pallets, cages, and trailer loads
Checking outbound loads against driver paperwork and delivery requests
Verifying the accuracy of inbound deliveries and reporting discrepancies
Recording audit outcomes clearly and accurately
Escalating stock errors or mismatches quickly and professionally
Working to daily targets and quality standards
Supporting continuous improvement by spotting recurring issues
Following site safety procedures and working efficiently in a mixed environment
What We're Looking For
You don't need to be a manager.
You need to be accurate, consistent, and reliable.
You'll need
Experience in a warehouse environment (stock control, checking, audit, picking, dispatch, or similar)
Strong attention to detail and confidence with basic calculations
Ability to work to targets while maintaining high standards
Clear communication skills, both written and verbal
Basic Microsoft Excel and Word knowledge
Ability to follow instructions and stay focused in a fast-paced environment
Must be aged 18+
Hours and Shift Pattern
40 hours per week (plus daily 30-minute unpaid break)
5 days out of 7
8-hour shifts between :
06:00-14:30
Working environment: Ambient
Why Join RAS Supply Chain Integrity?
This isn't just warehouse work.
It's supply chain accuracy at scale.
RAS Supply Chain Integrity is the globe's only end-to-end stock audit provider, trusted by some of the world's largest retailers to protect stock accuracy from distribution centre to store.
When you join us, you're part of a leading organisation that:
Works directly with major retail supply chains
Protects service levels, availability, and customer confidence
Uses data-driven audits to improve performance, not just report problems
If you want to work for a business setting the standard for stock accuracy, we want to hear from you.
About the Position
Full-time, permanent role
Site-based at our customer's distribution centre
Full training provided
Salary: £ 25,396 per annum
Access to Stream.co (formerly Wagestream), enabling draw down of your wage, when you need it
Flexible working shifts patterns - just ask!
Competitive salary with optional pension scheme
Regular overtime is available
Free onsite parking & subsidised canteen
Recognition Awards and Incentives
Genuine career progression
Refer a friend bonus
This role is being managed by RAS Supply Chain Integrity.
For a confidential chat about this vacancy or other opportunities, call 01689 879444 or 07769280962.
By applying, you consent to us holding and processing your data in line with UK GDPR.
To access, correct, erase, or restrict use of your data, contact jobsatsupplychainintegrity.careers@supplychainintegrity.eu. ....Read more...
Type: Permanent Location: Wellingborough, England
Start: ASAP
Posted: 2026-03-12 10:57:00
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Warehouse Stock Auditor (RAS-SCI)
Ashbourne,Co.Meath, Ireland Full Time Permanent Position- €29,698.5 per annum
At RAS Supply Chain Integrity, we protect stock accuracy for major Retailers across their supply chains.
From inbound deliveries to outbound dispatch or store back-door, we make sure stock counts are correct, errors are caught early, and retailers can trust what reaches their shelves.
We are looking for a Warehouse Stock Auditors to join our site-based team and carry out daily physical stock checks.
The Role
This is a hands-on auditing position based at our customer's distribution centre.
Your job is to physically check stock for accuracy, identify discrepancies, and document results clearly.
You'll play a key role in ensuring that pallets, cages, and loads match paperwork and delivery requirements before leaving the depot.
If you're naturally precise, enjoy structured work, and take pride in getting it right first time, this role is for you.
What you'll be doing
Conducting physical audits of pallets, cages, and trailer loads
Checking outbound loads against driver paperwork and delivery requests
Verifying the accuracy of inbound deliveries and reporting discrepancies
Recording audit outcomes clearly and accurately
Escalating stock errors or mismatches quickly and professionally
Working to daily targets and quality standards
Supporting continuous improvement by spotting recurring issues
Following site safety procedures and working efficiently in a mixed environment
What We're Looking For
You don't need to be a manager.
You need to be accurate, consistent, and reliable.
You'll need
Experience in a warehouse environment (stock control, checking, audit, picking, dispatch, or similar)
Strong attention to detail and confidence with basic calculations
Ability to work to targets while maintaining high standards
Clear communication skills, both written and verbal
Basic Microsoft Excel and Word knowledge
Ability to follow instructions and stay focused in a fast-paced environment
Must be aged 18+
OWN TRANSPORT REQUIRED
Hours and Shift Pattern
37.5 hours per week (plus daily 30-minute unpaid break)
5 days out of 7
8-hour shifts between:
08:00-19:00
Working environment: Mixed
Why Join RAS Supply Chain Integrity?
This isn't just warehouse work.
It's supply chain accuracy at scale.
RAS Supply Chain Integrity is the globe's only end-to-end stock audit provider, trusted by some of the world's largest retailers to protect stock accuracy from distribution centre to store.
When you join us, you're part of a leading organisation that:
Works directly with major retail supply chains
Protects service levels, availability, and customer confidence
Uses data-driven audits to improve performance, not just report problems
If you want to work for a business setting the standard for stock accuracy, we want to hear from you.
About the Position
Full-time, permanent role
Site-based at our customer's distribution centre
Full training provided
Salary: €29,698.5 per annum
Access to Stream.co (formerly Wagestream), enabling draw down of your wage, when you need it
Flexible working shifts patterns - just ask!
Competitive salary with optional pension scheme
Regular overtime is available
Free onsite parking & subsidised canteen
Recognition Awards and Incentives
Genuine career progression
Refer a friend bonus
This role is being managed by RAS Supply Chain Integrity.
For a confidential chat about this vacancy or other opportunities, call 01689 879444 or 07769280962.
By applying, you consent to us holding and processing your data in line with UK GDPR.
To access, correct, erase, or restrict use of your data, contact jobsatsupplychainintegrity.careers@supplychainintegrity.eu. ....Read more...
Type: Permanent Location: Mullingar, Republic of Ireland
Start: ASAP
Salary / Rate: Up to €29698.5 per annum
Posted: 2026-03-11 14:33:50
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Interim Manufacturing Manager required for an immediate start for a leading multinational engineering firm has just hit a 50% growth surge in 18 months.
The Interim Manufacturing Manager will come straight into a performing machine shop and lead the direction and throughput of there high valued product.
This is a critical 3-6 month interim role for an Operations / Manufacturing Manager from a CNC High Precision Machine Shop. As the Manufacturing Manager you are the link between strategy and shop-floor reality.
Precision CNC:Directing teams through complex, tight-tolerance machining cycles
Heat Treatment Oversight: Taking full ownership of the Heat Treatment department, ensuring stringent regulatory compliance and metallurgical integrity.
People Management : Leading their production teams.
, unblock bottlenecks, and keep morale high during a period of massive scaling.
The Experience: senior leadership in high-precision manufacturing.
The Technical Edge: You understand the nuances of tight-tolerance components and the complexities of high-end CNC environments.
The Systems: Power-user of ERP/MRP tools with a data-driven approach to production reporting.
The Influence: A resilient communicator who can align Engineering, Quality, and Supply Chain teams under one mission
Apply Now with your CV or contact E3 Recruitment directly. #ManufacturingManager #InterimJobs #CNC #EngineeringLeadership #E3Jobs #DefenseEngineering ....Read more...
Type: Contract Location: Wakefield, England
Start: ASAP
Salary / Rate: £400 - £500 per day
Posted: 2026-03-10 15:28:21
