Regional Facilities Director - Rocky Hill, CT relocation available

Seeking a candidate with a bachelor's degree 7-10 years facilities management, change management, cost reduction/streamlining, building management, across multiple sites with a manufacturing background.

What we offer

The Regional Facilities Director is responsible for managing the strategic initiatives of assigned facilities to ensure company standards are met in a cost effective, safe and efficient manner. Working in conjunction with purchasing, this position will develop and execute regional facilities provider and program strategies

Observe, evaluate, and make recommendations for improvements in regional and local markets
Design and implement regional facilities management reporting metrics and benchmarks
Evaluate and make recommendations for changes to programs and service providers; lead due diligence efforts
Build regional facilities management network and initiate and participate in best practice knowledge exchange
Initiate and implement continuous improvement strategies and programs
Work closely with SHEQ Auditor to ensure facilities are in compliance at all times


Who we are looking for

Bachelor's and/or technical degree or equivalent experience required
7-10 years of facility management experience
Strong technical expertise in construction and building systems
Experience leading international teams
Demonstrate leadership abilities and organizational skills
Demonstrate communication and interpersonal skills
Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Contact me at kimberly.hughes@rightthinginc.com to apply!
will respond to qualified candidates on an as-needed basis

Manager, Purchasing I - Rocky Hill, CT (relocation available)

Seeking a candidate with strong strategic sourcing and purchasing and procurement in manufacturing - SAP and experience with Fats, Oils, and/or Surfactants a plus.

The Purchasing Manager will be a member of the North American Purchasing Team in material group raw materials and provides local/regional support to category team managers on global category team
Responsible for the management, development and implementation of purchasing or fulfillment strategies for an assigned unit; this unit supports the Fats, Oils, and Surfactants Category. Ensures purchasing strategy reflects diverse requirements of internal line/operation clients and geographic regions. Interprets, executes and recommends modifications to organization procurement policies and practices. Exerts influence in the development of overall objectives for the Fats, Oils, and Surfactants unit.
 Deliver results according to category team and regional targets
 Select and steer assigned supplier base. Organize “one voice” to the supplier base, ensuring best in class supply base and supplier relationship management
 Owns and lead sourcing strategies considering full potential of business, regions and functions
 Leverage and deliver full purchasing program including global/best country sourcing, supply base management, risk management, contract management, and cash networking capital management.

Who we are looking for
 6 + years purchasing experience
 4 year college degree equivalent in Business or Materials Management
 PC skills and communication skills
 Thorough knowledge of good purchasing practices, contract law as it applies to the procurement process, and supply chain management a plus.
 Strong negotiation skills
Contact Kimberly Hughes to apply!
kimberly.hughes@rightthinginc.com

Field Service Representative - Rockford, IL (Madison, WI, Milwaukee, WI, northern IL territory)

Looking for a candidate with a Bachelor’s degree and 2-5 years experience in technical/industrial sales support and service.

This is a position for a Field Service Representative that will spend 80-90% of the time maintaining current business across multiple product lines. The remainder of the time could be spent developing incremental sales at existing accounts or supporting startups for sales reps. This position is the first line of technical support for Henkel at existing customers.

The ideal candidate would be able to handle the majority of issues at the customer including technical and administrative.


Position Responsibilities

Maintain a presence and relationship with current customers.
Conduct routine service calls in which a service report would be generated for customer quality documentation.
Coordinate resolution of product substitutions, technical issues, invoicing details when needed, etc.
Put together a proactive schedule of routine coverage for various accounts as well as being the first line of defense in case of issues at the customer.


Who we are looking for

Bachelors degree in Engineering/Chemistry or other related fields.
At least 3 years experience in a chemical materials industry supporting the application of your products at the end user.
Must have excellent communication skills and proficient in the use of programs including Office applications and Lotus Notes.

Henkel is an equal opportunity employer

Contact me to apply:
Will respond to qualified candidates on an as-needed basis.