Sourcing Manager Salary in Albany, NY

What you'll do atPosition Summary...It's time to see optometry through a new lens. Walmart is revolutionizing healthcare and this your chance to be part of it. A Walmart Associate Optometrist is the clinical partner to the Vision Center Manager, and core to our mission of advancing eyecare affordably for everyone.About The Optometry TeamWe're looking for someone that shows autonomy and will forge the way to be a trusted part of the community, operating the business as if it were your own. The Vision Center is fast-paced and equipped with the resources and technology you need to succeed. Your biggest tool? The ability to authentically connect with our patients, as they turn to Walmart for trusted expertise.How You'll Make An Impact:• Provide evidence-based vision care to ensure patient's health and well-being by recommending and prescribing medications and other treatment options (for example, red eye, LASIK surgery, cataract surgery).• Deliver routine vision care using evidence-based care guidelines.• Educate patients and store associates on eye health, including contact lens care, disease state management, and safety factors.1. Consult with other health professionals to prepare patient care plans, observing optometry scope of practice per state board;What you'll bring:• Doctoral degree in Optometry (OD) from accredited optometry school.• Licensed optometrist in good standing in state of practice.• EMR/EHR experience.• Eagerness to embrace new equipment technology and advanced instrumentation.• Experience in Treating and managing ocular disease.Benefits & Perks:Beyond competitive pay, you can receive incentive awards for your performance. Other great perks include Continuing Education (CE), liability coverage, 401(k) match, stock purchase plan, paid maternity and parental leave, PTO, multiple health plans, and much more.Equal Opportunity EmployerWalmart, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer - By Choice. We believe we are best equipped to help our associates, customers and the communities we serve live better when we really know them. That means understanding, respecting and valuing diversity- unique styles, experiences, identities, ideas and opinions - while being inclusive of all people.Provides evidence-based vision care to ensure patient's health and well-being by recommending and prescribing medications and other treatment options (for example, red eye, LASIK surgery, cataract surgery) using evidence-based care guidelines; delivering routine vision care; educating patients and store associates on eye health, including contact lens care, disease state management, and safety factors; recommending appropriate patient follow-up; consulting with other health professionals to prepare and coordinate patient care plans in accordance with optometry scope of practice per state board; providing patients with appropriate referrals, as needed, to ophthalmologists and other healthcare professionals; and following up with patient and other health professionals regarding any outstanding diagnostics, tests, or other patient information as needed. Evaluates patients' health condition across and within the full vision center scope of service (for example, visual acuity, visual function and eye health, keratometry, refraction) to ensure proper diagnosis and treatment by reviewing complete patient medical history information and performing comprehensive eye examinations; examining eyes utilizing observation, instruments, and pharmaceutical agents to determine visual acuity and perception, focus, and coordination, as well as identify signs of vision defects (for example, injury, disease, abnormality); prescribing, fitting, and adjusting eyeglasses, contact lenses, and other vision aids; suggesting, ordering, interpreting, and assessing diagnostic tests (for example, glaucoma testing, macular degeneration, Optical Coherence Tomography (OCT)); providing additional vision treatment (for example, foreign body removal) as necessary; developing treatment plans based on patients' clinical presentation using evidence-based care guidelines and patient preferences; referring patients with medical conditions outside of vision care services to appropriate community providers; and completing documentation of patient history, physical assessment, and treatment plan in a timely manner. Provides overall direction by analyzing business objectives and customer needs; developing, communicating, building support for, and implementing business strategies, plans, and practices; analyzing costs and forecasts and incorporating them into business plans; determining and supporting resource requirements; evaluating operational processes; measuring outcomes to ensure desired results; identifying and capitalizing on improvement opportunities; promoting a customer environment; and demonstrating adaptability and sponsoring continuous learning. Represents the company in vision care and patient engagement by delivering exceptional customer service through all patient interactions; maintaining and updating patient information in vision center systems (for example, BOSS) in a timely, accurate, and confidential manner; assisting vision center staff (for example, opticians) on best practices and procedures; ensuring adherence to state, local, and federal healthcare regulations and Walmart vision center guidelines; performing administrative and retail tasks for the vision center as necessary (for example, financial transactions, patient registration, retail transactions); and working with internal stakeholders (for example, pharmacist, clinics, store management) and external stakeholders (for example, external health care professionals) to ensure overall coordinated and integrated patient care experience and high quality customer service. Develops and implements strategies to attract and maintain a highly skilled and engaged workforce by diagnosing capability gaps; recruiting, selecting, and developing talent; supporting mentorship, workforce development, and succession planning; and leveraging the capabilities of new and existing talent. Cultivates an environment where associates respect and adhere to company standards of integrity and ethics by integrating these values into all programs and practices; developing consequences for violations or non-compliance; and supporting the Open Door Policy. Develops and leverages internal and external partnerships and networks to maximize the achievement of business goals by sponsoring and leading key community outreach and involvement initiatives; engaging key stakeholders in the development, execution, and evaluation of appropriate business plans and initiatives; and supporting associate efforts in these areas. Embraces new equipment technology and advanced instrumentation. This would be essential as we are integrating advanced technology such as digital phoropters, EMR, Maestro (OCT/retinal camera combo).Judgment: Make Sound Judgments : Uses objective financial and business analyses to evaluate the returns and risks of business choices. Analyzes and integrates trends and patterns to determine the root causes of problems and identify solutions. Evaluates short- and long-term implications of decisions. Accurately forecasts growth, costs, and business challenges.Customer/Member Centered: Promote a Customer/Member-Focused Environment : Creates and maintains an environment that provides customers/members with desired products, services, and experiences. Combines experience, insight, and data to determine how to best exceed customer/member needs. Develops and implements initiatives, practices, and plans to capitalize on customer/member-focused growth and improvement opportunities. Ensures the removal of barriers to delivering exceptional customer/member value, service, and support.Execution and Results: Optimize Execution and Results : Uses the advantage of company size, internal and external resources, and talent to achieve success. Creates an environment where associates are held accountable for achieving goals and results. Applies broad, cross-functional knowledge and resources to produce results that best fit the company strategy. Prioritizes and balances time, actions, resources, and initiatives to ensure accomplishment of critical results. Makes sure desired change initiatives and priorities are implemented appropriately.Planning and Improvement: Advocate Planning and Continuous Improvement : Sets and communicates clear and aligned goals, monitors progress, and ensures leaders in own organization do the same. Develops and implements plans and practices to ensure others have the information, resources, implementation time, and talent needed to succeed. Develops and upgrades work assignments and processes to accomplish goals across functions, organizations, and geographies, where appropriate. Sponsors continuous improvement and elimination of non-value-added work. Embraces, values, and implements diverse perspectives and ideas.Influence and Communicate: Inspire Commitment : Develops and communicates logical, convincing justifications, including lessons learned, that build commitment and support for one's perspectives and initiatives. Builds diverse, high-performing teams that accomplish organizational changes, goals, and priorities. Ensures strategies, change initiatives, and competitive information are communicated in clear and compelling ways. Listens to, leverages, and promotes the diverse ideas, perspectives, and contributions of others across the business.Ethics and Compliance: Promote Ethics and Compliance : Builds and sustains an environment where adherence to and reinforcement of the highest standards of integrity and ethics are the norm. Identifies opportunities and takes action to enhance compliance. Ensures associates receive the communication and instruction needed to act in accordance with policies and procedures.Adaptability: Demonstrate Adaptability : Demonstrates resourcefulness and resilience in the face of change, obstacles, and adversity. Adapts to competing demands and shifting priorities. Updates knowledge and skills to handle new complexities, challenges, and responsibilities (for example, seeking out training, learning from experience, researching best practices). Seeks exposure to new ideas and perspectives. Sponsors programs and initiatives to improve adaptability and continuous learning capabilities in own organization.Strategy: Think and Act Strategically : Creates strategies for own organization that align with the company's strategies and lead to the achievement of business priorities. Pursues initiatives, investments, and opportunities that fit with and support company strategies. Assesses deliverables against leading industry practices and implements plans that leverage company advantages. Works through different strategic options and determines their intended and unintended implications, and applies to business planning. SocialResponsibility and Reputation: Promote Reputation and Social Responsibility : Proactively leads volunteer activities, programs, and initiatives in order to improve the community. Seeks and maintains external relationships and alliances, strengthening the company's impact on and reputation in the community. Serves as a credible spokesperson, representative, and sponsor of the company to the public and the community.Talent: Assess and Improve Talent : Develops talent and replacement plans for own organization that increase effectiveness, build diversity, and enhance bench strength. Identifies, utilizes, and integrates associates' strengths to produce improved results. Creates an environment where people processes (for example, performance management, development) are used effectively to improve associate performance and achieve desired results throughout own organization. Mentors, guides, and sponsors the development of key talent.Build Relationships: Build Internal and External Relationships : Builds and sustains trusting, collaborative relationships and alliances across functional, organizational, and geographical boundaries to achieve goals. Sponsors initiatives and programs that promote respect for, interest in, and support of associates. Ensures associates are treated in an accepting, respectful manner.Manages Optical Operations: Stays current on changes in optical procedures, ideas, and processes and shares the information and ideas with associates and managers. Ensures adherence to proper policies and procedures for advising on merchandise and filling prescriptions. Ensures optical operations are aligned with company and regulatory standards for prescriptions and claims, doctor and optician certifications/licensure, and associate training. Guides associates and supports managers on how to address customer and member concerns and merchandise defects. Meets with managers, doctors, and associates to identify and discuss any concerns and issues related to the business and to share information related to new initiatives. Effectively recruits doctors in partnership with Market Directors.Quality Patient Care-Facility: Creates a culture of patient care, safety, and accuracy. Communicates clear expectations regarding quality of care and patient safety. Ensures others are held accountable for following standard operating procedures (SOP) and achieving expected quality and patient safety goals. Ensures counseling (providing information related to the health service provided) occurs on new therapy (new items) and as requested by patients or required by practice or state regulations, including appropriate documentation. Analyzes and identifies areas of improvement needed and implements intervention steps to improve team knowledge and focus on patient safety and risk reduction. Promotes reporting and transparency of errors whether actual or patient perceived. Writes timely and effective plans of action focused on identification and correction of root cause.Compliance Focused Execution-Facility: Creates and fosters an environment centered on health care compliance execution. Actively communicates, trains, and guides the processes for completion and follow-up on compliance initiatives to associates within Health and Wellness and other associates as applicable to the respective health care business. Implements compliance initiatives and priorities and monitors compliance execution by others. Ensures appropriate operational execution of billing procedures, HIPAA compliance adherence, and standard operating procedures (SOP). Utilizes auditing processes to identify compliance issues and implement processes for improvement.What you'll do...At Walmart, we offer competitive pay as well as performance-based incentive awards and other great benefits for a happier mind, body, and wallet. Health benefits include medical, vision and dental coverage. Financial benefits include 401(k), stock purchase and company-paid life insurance. Paid time off benefits include PTO (including sick leave), parental leave, family care leave, bereavement, jury duty, and voting. Other benefits include short-term and long-term disability, company discounts, Military Leave Pay, adoption and surrogacy expense reimbursement, and more.You will also receive PTO and/or PPTO that can be used for vacation, sick leave, holidays, or other purposes. The amount you receive depends on your job classification and length of employment. It will meet or exceed the requirements of paid sick leave laws, where applicable. For information about PTO, see https://one.walmart.com/notices .Live Better U is a Walmart-paid education benefit program for full-time and part-time associates in Walmart and Sam's Club facilities. Programs range from high school completion to bachelor's degrees, including English Language Learning and short-form certificates. Tuition, books, and fees are completely paid for by Walmart.Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to a specific plan or program terms. For information about benefits and eligibility, see One.Walmart at https://bit.ly/3iOOb1J .The annual salary range for this position is $100,000.00-$200,000.00Additional compensation includes annual or quarterly performance incentives.Additional compensation for certain positions may also include:- Regional Pay Zone (RPZ) (based on location)- Sales Volume Category (SVC) (based on facility sales volume)- Complex Structure (based on external factors that create challenges)- Academy Premium Pay (for certain roles in stores with Academies)Minimum Qualifications...Outlined below are the required minimum qualifications for this position. If none are listed, there are no minimum qualifications. Preferred Qualifications...Outlined below are the optional preferred qualifications for this position. If none are listed, there are no preferred qualifications. Primary Location...141 WASHINGTON AVE EXTENSION, WALMART ALBANY, NY 12205-0000, United States of America About WalmartAt Walmart, we help people save money so they can live better. This mission serves as the foundation for every decision we make, from responsible sourcing to sustainability-and everything in between. As a Walmart associate, you will play an integral role in shaping the future of retail, tech, merchandising, finance and hundreds of other industries-all while affecting the lives of millions of customers all over the world. Here, your work makes an impact every day. What are you waiting for?Walmart, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer- By Choice. We believe we are best equipped to help our associates, customers, and the communities we serve live better when we really know them. That means understanding, respecting, and valuing diversity- unique styles, experiences, identities, abilities, ideas and opinions- while being inclusive of all people.All the benefits you need for you and your family Multiple health plan options, including vision & dental plans for you & dependents Financial benefits including 401(k), stock purchase plans, life insurance and more Associate discounts in-store and online Education assistance for Associate and dependents Parental Leave Pay during military service Paid Time off - to include vacation, sick, parental Short-term and long-term disability for when you can't work because of injury, illness, or childbirth Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific plan or program terms. For information about benefits and eligibility, see One.Walmart.com/Benefits.Frequently asked questions On average, how long does it take to fill out an application?On average, it takes 45-60 minutes to complete your application for the first time. Subsequent applications will take less time to apply as our system saves some of your application information. Please note that some positions require the completion of assessments in order to receive consideration for that role. Those would take additional time. Can I change my application after submitting?No, you cannot change your application after submitting, so please make sure that everything is finalized before you hit the submit button. How do you protect my personal information?Processing of information on paper is minimal, and Walmart processes application information using an applicant tracking system (ATS). Access to the data within the ATS is restricted to authorized personnel, and the system itself is held to high security standards by Walmart. What are the recommended Internet Browsers for applying for open roles?Internet Explorer 8.0+Firefox 4.0+Safari 4.0+Chrome 12+

What you'll do atAre you looking for a job that offers more responsibility, more pay, and more opportunity? As an hourly supervisor, you are responsible for an entire area of the store. Associates in your area will look to you for leadership, direction, training, and support. You are accountable for merchandise availability, department standards, and financial performance of your area.But you're not in it alone. You'll have the full support of your fellow team leads, coaches, and store manager. Plus, we offer additional specialized training through local Walmart Academies to teach you everything from leadership skills to running your department.At Walmart, we offer competitive pay as well as performance-based incentive awards and other great benefits for a happier mind, body, and wallet. Health benefits include medical, vision and dental coverage. Financial benefits include 401(k), stock purchase and company-paid life insurance. Paid time off benefits include parental leave, family care leave, bereavement, jury duty, and voting. Other benefits include short-term and long-term disability, company discounts, Military Leave Pay, adoption and surrogacy expense reimbursement, and more.You will also receive PTO and/or PPTO that can be used for vacation, sick leave, holidays, or other purposes. The amount you receive depends on your job classification and length of employment. It will meet or exceed the requirements of paid sick leave laws, where applicable. For information about PTO, see https://one.walmart.com/notices.Live Better U is a Walmart-paid education benefit program for full-time and part-time associates in Walmart and Sam's Club facilities. Programs range from high school completion to bachelor's degrees, including English Language Learning and short-form certificates. Tuition, books, and fees are completely paid for by Walmart.Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to a specific plan or program terms. For information about benefits and eligibility, see One.Walmart.com.The hourly wage range for this position is $16.00 to $36.00.*The actual hourly rate will equal or exceed the required minimum wage applicable to the job location.Additional compensation includes annual or quarterly performance incentives.Additional compensation in the form of premiums may be paid in amounts ranging from $0.35 per hour to $3.00 per hour in specific circumstances. Premiums may be based on schedule, facility, season, or specific work performed. Multiple premiums may apply if applicable criteria are met. Duties and Responsibilities Ensure customer satisfaction by greeting and answering their questionsTour your area to ensure it meets our customer's expectationsWork hand-in-hand with team associates to get the job donePrepare and plan for upcoming events that will impact your areaAbility to communicate, take direction at all levels, and turn it into actionUse basic math skills to maintain accurate inventory levels#storejobs About WalmartAt Walmart, we help people save money so they can live better. This mission serves as the foundation for every decision we make, from responsible sourcing to sustainability-and everything in between. As a Walmart associate, you will play an integral role in shaping the future of retail, tech, merchandising, finance and hundreds of other industries-all while affecting the lives of millions of customers all over the world. Here, your work makes an impact every day. What are you waiting for?Walmart, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer- By Choice. We believe we are best equipped to help our associates, customers, and the communities we serve live better when we really know them. That means understanding, respecting, and valuing diversity- unique styles, experiences, identities, abilities, ideas and opinions- while being inclusive of all people.All the benefits you need for you and your family Multiple health plan options, including vision & dental plans for you & dependents Financial benefits including 401(k), stock purchase plans, life insurance and more Associate discounts in-store and online Education assistance for Associate and dependents Parental Leave Pay during military service Paid Time off - to include vacation, sick, parental Short-term and long-term disability for when you can't work because of injury, illness, or childbirth Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific plan or program terms. For information about benefits and eligibility, see One.Walmart.com/Benefits.Frequently asked questions On average, how long does it take to fill out an application?On average, it takes 45-60 minutes to complete your application for the first time. Subsequent applications will take less time to apply as our system saves some of your application information. Please note that some positions require the completion of assessments in order to receive consideration for that role. Those would take additional time. Can I change my application after submitting?No, you cannot change your application after submitting, so please make sure that everything is finalized before you hit the submit button. How do you protect my personal information?Processing of information on paper is minimal, and Walmart processes application information using an applicant tracking system (ATS). Access to the data within the ATS is restricted to authorized personnel, and the system itself is held to high security standards by Walmart. What are the recommended Internet Browsers for applying for open roles?Internet Explorer 8.0+Firefox 4.0+Safari 4.0+Chrome 12+

What you'll do atAre you looking for a job that offers more responsibility, more pay, and more opportunity? As an hourly supervisor, you are responsible for an entire area of the store. Associates in your area will look to you for leadership, direction, training, and support. You are accountable for merchandise availability, department standards, and financial performance of your area.But you're not in it alone. You'll have the full support of your fellow team leads, coaches, and store manager. Plus, we offer additional specialized training through local Walmart Academies to teach you everything from leadership skills to running your department.At Walmart, we offer competitive pay as well as performance-based incentive awards and other great benefits for a happier mind, body, and wallet. Health benefits include medical, vision and dental coverage. Financial benefits include 401(k), stock purchase and company-paid life insurance. Paid time off benefits include parental leave, family care leave, bereavement, jury duty, and voting. Other benefits include short-term and long-term disability, company discounts, Military Leave Pay, adoption and surrogacy expense reimbursement, and more.You will also receive PTO and/or PPTO that can be used for vacation, sick leave, holidays, or other purposes. The amount you receive depends on your job classification and length of employment. It will meet or exceed the requirements of paid sick leave laws, where applicable. For information about PTO, see https://one.walmart.com/notices.Live Better U is a Walmart-paid education benefit program for full-time and part-time associates in Walmart and Sam's Club facilities. Programs range from high school completion to bachelor's degrees, including English Language Learning and short-form certificates. Tuition, books, and fees are completely paid for by Walmart.Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to a specific plan or program terms. For information about benefits and eligibility, see One.Walmart.com.The hourly wage range for this position is $16.00 to $36.00.*The actual hourly rate will equal or exceed the required minimum wage applicable to the job location.Additional compensation includes annual or quarterly performance incentives.Additional compensation in the form of premiums may be paid in amounts ranging from $0.35 per hour to $3.00 per hour in specific circumstances. Premiums may be based on schedule, facility, season, or specific work performed. Multiple premiums may apply if applicable criteria are met. Duties and Responsibilities Ensure customer satisfaction by greeting and answering their questionsTour your area to ensure it meets our customer's expectationsWork hand-in-hand with team associates to get the job donePrepare and plan for upcoming events that will impact your areaAbility to communicate, take direction at all levels, and turn it into actionUse basic math skills to maintain accurate inventory levels* For a complete list of duties and responsibilities, please see the actual job description.#storejobs About WalmartAt Walmart, we help people save money so they can live better. This mission serves as the foundation for every decision we make, from responsible sourcing to sustainability-and everything in between. As a Walmart associate, you will play an integral role in shaping the future of retail, tech, merchandising, finance and hundreds of other industries-all while affecting the lives of millions of customers all over the world. Here, your work makes an impact every day. What are you waiting for?Walmart, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer- By Choice. We believe we are best equipped to help our associates, customers, and the communities we serve live better when we really know them. That means understanding, respecting, and valuing diversity- unique styles, experiences, identities, abilities, ideas and opinions- while being inclusive of all people.All the benefits you need for you and your family Multiple health plan options, including vision & dental plans for you & dependents Financial benefits including 401(k), stock purchase plans, life insurance and more Associate discounts in-store and online Education assistance for Associate and dependents Parental Leave Pay during military service Paid Time off - to include vacation, sick, parental Short-term and long-term disability for when you can't work because of injury, illness, or childbirth Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific plan or program terms. For information about benefits and eligibility, see One.Walmart.com/Benefits.Frequently asked questions On average, how long does it take to fill out an application?On average, it takes 45-60 minutes to complete your application for the first time. Subsequent applications will take less time to apply as our system saves some of your application information. Please note that some positions require the completion of assessments in order to receive consideration for that role. Those would take additional time. Can I change my application after submitting?No, you cannot change your application after submitting, so please make sure that everything is finalized before you hit the submit button. How do you protect my personal information?Processing of information on paper is minimal, and Walmart processes application information using an applicant tracking system (ATS). Access to the data within the ATS is restricted to authorized personnel, and the system itself is held to high security standards by Walmart. What are the recommended Internet Browsers for applying for open roles?Internet Explorer 8.0+Firefox 4.0+Safari 4.0+Chrome 12+

College Board - FinanceRemoteAbout the TeamThe Procurement team at College Board is a group of 10 highly skilled professionals who support the purchasing needs of all divisions across the organization. Our extensive category coverage encompasses a wide range of areas such as contingent workforce, building and construction projects, enterprise software systems, contact centers, custom consulting engagements, and cloud services. Our category managers work directly with leaders from all parts of the business to help define and deliver College Board products and services. We are transforming our business at a rapid pace and the Procurement team plays a crucial role in shaping and driving this change. About the OpportunityAs one of our Category Managers, you will be responsible for executing vendor relationship, strategic sourcing, and contract management activities in support of multiple College Board divisions. You will implement sourcing strategies, engage in comprehensive industry and supplier research, manage the bidding and RFP process. You'll oversee vendor selection, contract negotiations and supplier performance management activities to secure competitive pricing and favorable terms. To ensure success, you will collaborate closely with College Board Programs and Service units to competitively source products and services in support of our mission and financial objectives. Your strategic and proactive mindset, coupled with operational excellence, is the key driver of success in this role.In this role, you will:Collaborate with business partners to drive value (40%)Collaborate within the Procurement organization and support divisions across College Board in identifying and securing service providers to meet their business prioritiesPartner with business unit stakeholders to identify vendors and determine work streams where price competition would be beneficial and coordinate RFI's, RFP's and RFQ's to ensure ideal vendor selectionBring industry benchmarks, expertise, knowledge of trends, and other third-party data to prepare for vendor selection and negotiationExecute agreements and manage vendors (40%)Lead vendor negotiations to ensure that College Board contracts at competitive prices and favorable terms with an emphasis on the current supply baseManage the process to review and negotiate contract documents, coordinating resources in Legal, Governance, Risk and Compliance and CB business units; Review and redline terms and conditions to ensure maximum value and minimum riskAnticipate and manage contingencies and dependencies, ensuring proactive planning and real-time analytical thinking during intense periods of deliveryOwn and manage critical vendor relationships for timely issue escalation; Work with vendors to resolve performance issues and drive improvements as necessaryImprove our support and performance (20%)Utilize P2P tools like Workday, Concur and Strategic Sourcing to establish and help improve operational processes from project intake to invoice approvalsPractice continuous improvement and strengthen the value proposition for internal clients and improve key performance as measured by KPIs that are important to key constituentsAnalyze division spend data to and identify and generate cost savingsAbout YouYou have:7+ years of procurement-related experience and expertise working in evaluating contractual terms and conditionsStrong industry experience and track record of evaluating contractual terms and conditions, negotiating with multiple service providers (e.g., supply chain, consultants, hardware/software providers, social media influencers, large contact centers, print & publications, marketing services, online advertising, photography/videography, and promotional products)Superior quantitative and qualitative analytical skillsProven track record of negotiating large multi-year contracts and negotiating with various vendors essential for delivery at high scaleExcellent interpersonal skills and the ability to foster positive and productive working relationships at all organizational levels and vendor communityInitiative and an ability to work in a self-directed environmentExperience with contract management, P2P systems, and toolsA bachelor's degree in business, management, finance, supply chain management or related work experience preferredProficiency with Microsoft Office (MS Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint)Ability to travel 4-6 times a yearYou must be authorized to work in the USAbout Our Benefits and CompensationCollege Board offers a competitive benefits and compensation program that attracts top talent looking to make a difference in education. As a self-sustaining non-profit, we believe in compensating employees equitably in relation to each other, their qualifications, their impact, and the relevant market.The hiring range for a new employee in this position is $76,000 to $125,000.College Board differentiates salaries by location so where you live will narrow the portion of this range in which you can expect a salary.Your salary will be carefully determined based on your location, relevant experience, the external labor market, and the pay of College Board employees in similar roles. College Board strives to provide our best offer up front based on this criteria.Your salary is only one part of all that College Board offers, including but not limited to:A comprehensive package designed to support the well-being of employees and their families and promote education. Our robust benefits package includes health, dental, and vision insurance, generous paid time off, paid parental leave, fertility benefits, pet insurance, tuition assistance, retirement benefits, and moreRecognition of exceptional performance through annual bonuses, salary growth over time through market increases, and opportunities for merit raises and promotions based on increased scope of responsibilityA job that matters, a team that cares, and a place to learn, innovate and thriveYou can expect to have transparent conversations about benefits and compensation with our recruiters throughout your application process.About Our ProcessApplication review will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filledWhile the hiring process may vary, it generally includes resume and application submission, recruiter phone screen, hiring manager interview, performance exercise and/or panel interview, and reference checks. This is an approximately 8-week process#LI-NB1#LI-REMOTE

About the TeamThe AP Curriculum and Assessment (C&A) Team at College Board (50+ staff) collaborates with colleagues across all aspects of the AP Program to develop, manage, and deliver AP's 40+ courses in a wide variety of subject areas. AP® is a rigorous academic program built on the commitment, passion, and hard work of students and educators from secondary schools and higher education. AP provides willing and academically prepared high school students with the opportunity to study and learn at the college level. About the OpportunityAs the Senior Project Manager, AP Curriculum and Assessment, you are responsible for overseeing all project management for course and exam revisions and updates from beginning to end. You are responsible for the maintenance and improvement of all course and exam revision and updates roadmap documents, timelines, and process templates and documentation. As Senior Project Manager, you are responsible for creation of project plans in SmartSheet, monitoring each step of the plan, reporting on the health of the project, and ensuring the project meets its deadlines with all appropriate deliverables completed. You will also act as the C&A project liaison for projects that C&A staff work on with other departments within AP, such as project additions, project-based learning, research studies, etc.Additionally, you are responsible for the creation of a library of process documentation and templates to support all operational and project-based work for the full Curriculum and Assessment team. This process documentation must be clear and designed to align and streamline the work done within the department. Part of this library will include the creation and maintenance of file structures within SharePoint as well as the revamping of SmartSheet dashboards to be full-team as well as course-specific and contain all necessary visualizations and links to process documents as well as commonly accessed links. You are responsible for oversight and improvement of the existing SuperCalendar (a SmartSheet calendar system designed to unify all tasks and deadlines within a single individualized and personalized calendar) to ensure it is meeting the needs of all C&A staff, inclusive of work done with other departments within AP.Finally, you are responsible for managing the roadmap and data sourcing for standard setting and acting as the liaison with Psychometrics. You will also support the oversight of the multi-million dollar AP Curriculum and Assessment Operations budget as well as provide cross-team support for all cyclical operational work and special projects that may arise involving C&A staff.In this role, you will:AP Course and Exam Updates and Revisions (50%)Maintain the course and exam revisions and updates timelines, refining them when necessary based on research and experience, and developing additional documents related to process and timeline for course and exam revisions and updates.Create a project plan and serve as Project Manager for all course and exam revisions and updates, from initiation/kick-off of course framework development to implementation of revised/updated course and exam, including collaboration with departments such as publications, instruction, course audit, and AP Classroom.Serve as C&A project liaison when needed for projects C&A staff are involved in cross-departmentally, such as project additions, project-based learning, research studies, and other projects as designated.Oversee and manage the standard setting roadmap and all related data sources and artifacts that serve as inputs to standard setting decisions and processes, including liaising with Psychometrics.Process Development, Structure, and Organization (40%)Maintain, augment, and improve the existing "SuperCalendar" structure within SmartSheet, including coordination with other departments to incorporate those workstreams.Conduct on-going research, inclusive of surveys and focus groups, to understand and define the needs of the C&A Team with regard to process documentation, process library, file structure/management, and dashboards.Document the input and feedback gained from the research and utilize it to continuously improve on the structures and processes created to further improve and refine them in alignment with organizational and team goals.Create well-developed process templates and documents for common projects for C&A staff, including timelines, document templates, and SmartSheet timelines and dashboards.Develop and maintain a file structure/management schema within Sharepoint and SmartSheet that is well-documented and clearly understood by all team members.Refine and revamp the existing C&A dashboards on SmartSheet to make them a single stop for all C&A team members to find what they need to do their work in the most efficient way possible, including course-specific information, SuperCalendar, process documentation, commonly accessed links, and anything else identified within the research as needed by the team.AP Operations and Budget (10%)Provide cross-team support for all cyclical operational work.Support with financial oversight of multi-million dollar AP Curriculum and Assessment Operations BudgetAbout YouA Bachelors degree, Masters degree preferred.At least ten years of relevant project, product and/or program management leadership required, preferably in the education industry.A strong background in quantitative data analysis required.Superior technical skills/expertise in Smartsheet and full suite of Microsoft office applications (especially Excel and Powerpoint).Strong analytical thinking skills and a data-driven approach to decision-making and prioritization, with the ability to forecast and measure using appropriate metrics.Ability to oversee multiple workstreams with dependencies while keeping projects and budgets on track.Ability to identify risks early with a creative approach to problem-solving.Proven ability to build relationships and influence others to action.Ability to lead meetings effectively with a broad range of internal and external constituents.Superior presentation and written communications skills.Superior project management skills.Ability to manage the entire process/product line life cycle from strategic planning to tactical activities.Must have demonstrated experience, judgment, and leadership to execute diverse projects simultaneously with multiple stakeholders at all levels of the organization.Strong customer service orientation.Willingness to travel 6 to 8 times a year (domestic).Authorization to work in the United StatesAbout Our ProcessApplication review will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filledWhile the hiring process may vary, it generally includes: resume and application submission, recruiter phone screen, hiring manager interview, performance exercise and/or panel interview, and reference checks. This is an approximately 8-week processAbout Our Benefits and CompensationCollege Board offers a competitive benefits and compensation program that attracts top talent looking to make a difference in education. As a self-sustaining non-profit, we believe in compensating employees equitably in relation to each other, their qualifications, their impact, and the relevant market.The hiring range for a new employee in this position is $104,000 to $150,000. College Board differentiates salaries by location so where you live will narrow the portion of this range in which you can expect a salary.Your salary will be carefully determined based on your location, relevant experience, the external labor market, and the pay of College Board employees in similar roles. College Board strives to provide our best offer up front based on this criteria.Your salary is only one part of all that College Board offers, including but not limited to:A comprehensive package designed to support the well-being of employees and their families and promote education. Our robust benefits package includes health, dental, and vision insurance, generous paid time off, paid parental leave, fertility benefits, pet insurance, tuition assistance, retirement benefits, and moreRecognition of exceptional performance through annual bonuses, salary growth over time through market increases, and opportunities for merit raises and promotions based on increased scope of responsibilityA job that matters, a team that cares, and a place to learn, innovate and thriveYou can expect to have transparent conversations about benefits and compensation with our recruiters throughout your application process.About Our CultureOur community matters, and we strive to practice and improve our culture daily. Here are some headlines:We are motivated to positively impact the educational and career trajectories of millions of students a year.We prioritize building a diverse and inclusive team where every employee can thrive, and every voice is heard.We welcome staff to join any or all six of our affinity groups: ARISE (Alliance for Asian Retention, Inclusion, Success, and Engagement; DIASPORA (Alliance for Pan-African Success and Achievement); Pride (alliance for LGBTQ+ staff and allies); Resilience (alliance for Native staff and advocates); SALSA (Staff Alliance for Latinx Success and Achievement); and WIN (Women's Impact Network).We value learning and growth; we offer formal and informal ways to lead through your superpowers, sharpen your strengths, and meet your development goals.We know that our impact is strongest together. Our College Board Cares program offers all staff up to $1,000 annual match against partner non-profit organizations.We offer a transparent approach to promotions and merit raises, annual performance-based bonuses, and how to grow your career here over time.#LI-REMOTE#LI-GG1

Communications and Marketing InternCollege Board - Communications and MarketingLocation: This is a fully remote role. Type: This is a temp, 1-year internship position that will be starting this summer. Interns will have the opportunity to work full-time (40 hours) in the summer and part-time (20-25 hours) during the fall/spring while attending school.About the InternshipThe College Board Communications and Marketing internship program gives students an opportunity to gain meaningful experience in disciplines that create and support college readiness and the college planning process. The program takes great pride in fostering the up-and-coming communications and marketing stars of tomorrow. Through our hands-on program, students are embedded with our team and take on meaningful roles and responsibilities alongside a dedicated team of professionals that share the stories of how our programs and services help millions of students transition to college and career. The internship program transitions students from college or university curriculum to practical applications in professional organizational communication and/or marketing project settings.The College Board Communications and Marketing internship program:Develops future communications and marketing leaders.Provides students meaningful professional experience in preparation for related careers.Supports competency in four key areas: research, planning, implementation, and evaluation.About the OpportunityThe Communications and Marketing intern will have a unique opportunity to work in a fast-paced environment while gaining real-world experience in communications. The intern will join the Communications and Marketing team in sharing compelling stories about the College Board, our programs and services, and the students we serve. Whether you're a creative storyteller who likes to write, or use a range of communications tools to animate ideas, or you're looking for effective ways to distribute action-oriented content to others, you can expect to develop confidence and marketable skills by engaging in or assisting a specific team within one of the following areas:Video Production: This intern will support our content and editorial team to craft and write stories through videos and graphics that bring visual elements to life whether that is through releases, events, or social engagements. You're a storyteller with a knack for creativity, thinking outside-the-box, and developing organized processes to track and complete work. You're able to empathize with key audiences and develop unique understandings of the voices that matter most. You're likely pursuing a degree in film studies, communications, digital media production, or graphic design/visual arts. This person should have prior knowledge of video editing software such as Adobe Premiere and Final Cut Pro. We would love to see your portfolio of work and examples of how you tell stories and bring them to life.Professional Engagement: This intern will become a part of our K12 audience engagement team and support the execution and measurement of ongoing campaigns. You'll work with our K12 team to craft content, track content, build assets, launch assets, and continually measure along the way. Specific responsibilities include developing marketing collateral; developing and leading push notifications; sourcing images; supporting paid media copy and updates; and reporting key metrics. You'll follow an organized, project-management focused approach to the work and your support of the team. A successful intern will have a strong attention to detail, background in writing, previous experience in thinking creatively and engaging audiences, and working with teams on abstract ideas and concepts. This intern should have an interest in marketing, business, entrepreneurship, journalism, or another relevant field.Analytics and Insights: This intern will help identify, drive, and distill the data and evidence that drives our understanding of audiences and channels. You'll become a focal point to create standardized data sources by leveraging platform APIs and existing reporting tools for paid media; email; SEO; and web analytics. You'll analyze, recommend, and implement data processes and document these recommendations to ensure our processes flow and data structures support end-to-end marketing reporting. You'll assist in developing business cases to identify efficient and effective opportunities that could make our teams and our processes smarter through more evidence-based approaches. This intern should have a strong background in data science and pursuing a degree in data science, business analytics, or relevant field.Student and Parent Engagement:This intern will become a part of our family engagement team and support campaigns that drive engagement with the SAT Suite, AP, and BigFuture programs. This intern will support weekly reports; research business cases and opportunities; develop content; and support execution and measurement of ongoing initiatives. The intern will have the opportunity to work in a rotational model to get to know all members of the team over the course of the year-long internship and learn about each phase of the campaign process: set goals, initiate, execute, and measure. This student should be interested in students, families, and education. A successful intern will have a strong attention to detail, background in writing, and previous experience in thinking creatively and working collaboratively on a team. This intern should be entering their junior or senior year of college and studying marketing, business, entrepreneurship, journalism, public relations, advertising, or another relevant field.Please clearly indicate the specific role that you're applying for based on your background, skills, and career interests in your job application.While interns will focus on specific teams and duties, experiences will be tailored to the intern's interest/area of study. Typical responsibilities and areas of focus could be:Developing stories that leverage multimedia assets coupled with our data to augment our owned communication channels through earned media.Planning and conducting interviews with students, counselors, or other educators.Analyzing data to inform storytelling and presentation materials.Assisting in real-time engagement with student and educator communities.Creating email, text, and social media content for high school students inspires them to act on their best next step toward college and career.Developing and implementing campaigns that drive awareness of and traffic to our college planning services.Analyzing our email, text, and social campaign performance to improve results and recommend new approaches.Using student perspectives to create interactive experiences for internal Customer Service training.Analyzing counselor data to develop an innovative campaign driving counselor support of CB programs.Supporting College Board partnerships in key events through media relations, social media, and blog writing.Responding to media inquiries and pitching stories to national, state, and trade outlets.Monitoring news and social media using the latest research tools.Drawing on high school and college experiences to offer perspective on student mindsets, concerns, and motivations.The Communications and Marketing interns will help shape materials and efforts that can positively impact millions of students. They will foster creativity and build meaningful collaborations throughout the organization.Minimum QualificationsCurrently enrolled in a bachelor's program specifically focused on communications and marketing fieldsGeneral knowledge of education on a national or state levelStrong written and oral communication skillsAdept problem-solving skills, including using data to inform decisions and actionsProven ability to build relationships and influence others to actionCommitted to working the entire agreed-on internship periodTo be considered candidates must submit the following:A résumé that includes your GPA, major, and expected graduation dateSpecific internship that best matches your skills, major and area of interestWriting, video, or graphic portfolio/demo upon requestPreferred QualificationsExcellent PowerPoint, Word, Excel, and MS Project skillsProficiency in editing and CRM software programsGeneral understanding of computers and digital equipment and knowledge of new and cutting-edge technologyAbout Our ProcessApplication review will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filledWhile the hiring process may vary, it generally includes: resume and application submission, recruiter phone screen, hiring manager interview, performance exercise and/or panel interview, and reference checks. This is an approximately 8-week processAbout Our Benefits and CompensationCollege Board offers a competitive compensation program that attracts top talent looking to make a difference in education. The salary for this position is $25 per hour. You will be paid this rate hourly for time worked.As a temporary internship position, this role is not eligible for College Board benefits including medical benefits or paid time off. You can expect to have transparent conversations about compensation with our recruiters throughout your application process.

Position Summary: As a Talent Acquisition Partner, you will play a pivotal role in our recruitment efforts. Your focus will extend beyond traditional hiring processes to collaborating closely with hiring managers, partnering with HR, and embedding yourself within the business. This position offers the flexibility of remote work with a preference for candidates that can go in hybrid to one of our offices throughout the US.Position ResponsibilitiesStrategic Talent Sourcing:Work closely with hiring managers to identify talent needs across various business lines.Collaborating with your partners in HR to identify the business needs and talent gaps within teams to help fill them.Develop and implement effective recruitment strategies, sourcing, industry contacts, networks, and other innovative approaches.Building Strong Relationships:Cultivate solid working relationships with hiring managers. Understand their unique requirements and align recruitment efforts accordingly.Collaborate with HR to ensure seamless coordination throughout the hiring process.Candidate Engagement:Source external candidates through targeted recruitment activities.Conduct thorough phone screens and in-depth interviews, adhering to behavioral-based questioning techniques and legal guidelines.Interview Process Coordination:Facilitate onsite interviews, ensuring a positive experience for both candidates and interview teams.Champion Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) best practices during all stages of hiring.Feedback and Decision-Making:Gather feedback from interviewers and provide actionable insights to hiring managers.Propose next steps based on interview outcomes.Offer Negotiation:Collaborate with selected candidates to finalize offer packages.Internal Talent Management:Manage internal recruitment processes and engage with existing employees interested in new opportunities.Foster agency and vendor relationships as needed.Data-Driven Reporting:Maintain accurate recruitment activity logs for reporting purposes.HRIS Data Integrity:Ensure data accuracy within the HRIS system.About YouEducation: Bachelor's degree or equivalent in business, human resources, or a related field. SHRM certification or PHR certification preferred.Experience: 5-7 years of talent acquisition/recruitment experience in the field of insurance brokerage preferred or financial services.Preferred Tools: Familiarity with Greenhouse ATS and ADP HRIS.Tech Skills: Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, PowerPoint, Word, and Outlook).Join our team and make a lasting impact on our organization's growth and success!The national average of salaries for this position is between $70,000-90,000 and we anticipate paying in this range.WHY JOIN US?15th Largest Broker in USVoted " Best Place to Work" in the Insurance IndustryAwesome Benefits: 401K matching, Generous Time Off Policy, Flexible Work Options, Medical, Dental, Vision, Pet Insurance, Cancer Insurance, Wellness Programs, Employee Award Programs (Trips!).EPIC embraces diversity in all its various forms-whether it be diversity of thought, background, race, religion, gender, skills or experience. We are committed to fostering a work community where every colleague feels welcomed, valued, respected and heard. It is our belief that diversity drives innovation and that creating an environment where every employee feels included and empowered, helps us to deliver the best outcome to our clients.