The Operations Specialist plays a key role in supporting Supply Chain Management (SCM) by facilitating essential communication and coordination with both suppliers and internal stakeholders. This position is responsible for resolving issues related to product pricing, order expediting, returns, and invoice/receipt discrepancies. The role supports all core SCM functions, including managing a high volume of inbound communications via phone, tickets, and email from Mayo Clinic staff across all departments and external sources. A high level of customer service is required to ensure timely, professional, and solution-oriented responses. The Operations Specialist acts as a primary contact for triaging SCM-related inquiries and issues, escalating and coordinating with the appropriate personnel as needed. This position also assists SCM leadership in training both new and existing staff, ensuring consistency and accuracy in knowledge transfer and performance. This role involves recognizing when policy or procedural violations have occurred and analyzing situations to determine the most appropriate course of action for resolution. Additional job-related duties may be assigned by leadership as needed. This position is focused on core procurement activities, including—but not limited to—reviewing and processing a high volume of purchase orders to ensure the accurate and timely delivery of supplies, equipment, and services across all facilities. The role involves researching and resolving transactional discrepancies, investigating aging items identified in various reports, and collaborating closely with internal departments and suppliers to resolve issues promptly and effectively. Attention to detail, strong organizational skills, and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment are essential for success in this role.  During the selection process, you may participate in an OnDemand (pre-recorded) interview that you can complete at your convenience. During the OnDemand interview, a question will appear on your screen, and you will have time to consider each question before responding. You will have the opportunity to re-record your answer to each question. Mayo Clinic will only see the final recording. The completed interview will be reviewed by a Mayo Clinic staff member and you will be notified of next steps. This vacancy is not eligible for sponsorship. We will not sponsor or transfer visas for this position. Also, Mayo Clinic DOES NOT participate in the F-1 STEM OPT extension program. Why Mayo Clinic Mayo Clinic is top-ranked in more specialties than any other care provider according to U.S. News & World Report. As we work together to put the needs of the patient first, we are also dedicated to our employees, investing in competitive compensation and comprehensive benefit plans – to take care of you and your family, now and in the future. And with continuing education and advancement opportunities at every turn, you can build a long, successful career with Mayo Clinic. Benefits Highlights - Medical: Multiple plan options. - Dental: Delta Dental or reimbursement account for flexible coverage. - Vision: Affordable plan with national network. - Pre-Tax Savings: HSA and FSAs for eligible expenses. - Retirement: Competitive retirement package to secure your future. Just as our reputation has spread beyond our Minnesota roots, so have our locations. Today, our employees are located at our three major campuses in Phoenix/Scottsdale, Arizona, Jacksonville, Florida, Rochester, Minnesota, and at Mayo Clinic Health System campuses throughout Midwestern communities, and at our international locations. Each Mayo Clinic location is a special place where our employees thrive in both their work and personal lives. Learn more about what each unique Mayo Clinic campus has to offer, and where your best fit is. Equal Opportunity All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, protected veteran status or disability status. Learn more about the "EOE is the Law". Mayo Clinic participates in E-Verify and may provide the Social Security Administration and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security with information from each new employee's Form I-9 to confirm work authorization.

Podean is the leading global marketplace marketing agency. We work with progressive brands across the globe to unlock potential on Amazon, Target, Walmart, and other marketplaces. Our services span eCommerce strategy, content creation and optimization, media management, retail operations, data and analytics, consulting, and social commerce. Recent award wins include Digiday’s Best Employer for Remote Employees and Amazon’s Global Expansion Partner Award. Podean is looking for a Retail Inventory Planner to drive data-backed decisions across sales, inventory, and financial performance for key eRetail marketplaces like Walmart, Target, and Amazon. In this role, you’ll turn forecasts and performance insights into clear actions that improve revenue, optimize inventory flow, and reduce risk. You’ll play a critical part in ensuring products are available at the right time and in the right quantities, while partnering closely with cross-functional teams to align plans, support execution, and identify opportunities for sustainable growth. What You’ll Do - Develop sales forecasts, analyze performance vs. targets, and recommend actions to maximize revenue and minimize losses. - Plan and control inventory levels to ensure optimal allocation and healthy stock turnover while avoiding overstock and stockouts. - Support shipment execution and replenishment coordination, ensuring the timely flow of inventory to fulfillment centers while managing case pack compliance and addressing excess or at-risk stock. - Prepare and analyze sales, inventory, and key KPI reports to generate actionable business insights. - Assist in budgeting and financial planning, tracking performance, and identifying risks and opportunities for profitability. - Collaborate cross-functionally with merchandising, supply chain, operations, and marketing teams to align plans and execute campaigns effectively. What We’re Looking For - Minimum of 3 years’ experience supporting clients on Amazon Seller Central and Vendor Central; experience with Walmart or Target platforms is a plus - Familiarity with shipment processes, including shipment creation, label generation, and reconciliation - Basic understanding of inventory management, including maintaining optimal stock levels and avoiding stockouts or overstock - Ability to pull and analyze reporting data (e.g., replenishment reports) and support the end-to-end shipment process for clients - Proficient in using reporting and research tools such as Kapoq, Amazon Inventory Reports, Keepa, and Helium 10. - Experience in case management, with a proven process for working with support teams to resolve various issues - Detail-oriented and highly organized, with the ability to follow established processes and guidelines - Ability to coordinate effectively with internal teams (merchandising, operations, supply chain) as needed - Strong and reliable internet connection (at least 100 Mbps) - Must be willing to work U.S. business hours, including daytime shifts in EST or PST If you’re excited to apply your analytical mindset, planning expertise, and problem-solving skills to a growing global team, we’d love to hear from you. Apply now and help us drive smarter decisions and optimize performance at Podean. Why Join Podean? Podean is proud to be recognized as one of Digiday’s Best Employers for Remote Employees. We combine the energy of a fast-growing global agency with the balance and trust of a remote-first culture. You’ll join a globally connected, award-winning team that values: - 💰 Competitive compensation aligned to experience and market benchmarks - 💻 Remote-first flexibility - work from anywhere, with trust and autonomy - 🌎 Global collaboration - working with experts across regions and time zones - 🚀 Career growth and development - opportunities to evolve as we scale - 🏝️ 5-Year Sabbatical + Travel Stipend - After your 5th anniversary, take a fully paid month-long sabbatical, plus a travel reimbursement to make your experience restorative and inspiring - 💬 Positive-energy culture - grounded in respect, inclusion, and accountability - 🏆 Meaningful impact helping some of the world’s most progressive brands grow

• Prepare and obtain of all manner of solicitations including RFQ, RFP, and RFI activities from prospective subcontractors and employing various techniques to analyze cost/price, technical capability, and financial viability. • Evaluation of Proposal/Quotation activities from prospective subcontractors and employing various techniques to analyze cost/price, technical capability, and financial viability. • Managing Supplier's critical path in support of key program milestones. • Monitoring and reporting cost, schedule and status of suppliers and recommends or implements corrective action as necessary. • Analyze quotations/proposals utilizing price/cost analysis techniques. • Review of Statements of Work and In-house estimates. • Develop negotiation strategies and lead formal negotiations (Price, Delivery, Terms). • Place Purchase Orders of high dollar levels and procurement complexity. • Perform risk analysis, and develop mitigation plans and solutions to problems. • Engage in significant interaction with Business EXIM, Legal, Sr. Leaders, Gate Reviews, internal and external stakeholders as well as program. • Travel to RTX and supplier facilities as deemed necessary. • Manages escalations and resolution of internal customer and/or supplier issues. • Drive the success for metrics, Late to Place, Late to Dock, Delinquent Material, etc.

Why work for Nebraska Methodist College: Nebraska Methodist College, located in Omaha, Nebraska, is an accredited, private, not-for-profit nursing and healthcare college. It's where students live with meaning and discover what they want to give back to the world while thriving in a close-knit, caring community established in 1891. With an enrollment of over 1,100 students, NMC is small enough to truly care about each student and large enough to provide outstanding undergraduate, graduate and certificate programs in nursing and allied health. NMC students experience a holistic culture of caring while mastering the art and science of healthcare. They gain the skills and experience needed to become outstanding contributors to society through service-learning experiences, community-based education, and leadership development integrated throughout the curriculum. OUR MISSION As a health professions institution, we provide educational experiences for the development of individuals in order that they may positively influence the health and well-being of the community. We encourage applications from qualified individuals representing all backgrounds who identify with our mission. Candidates are encouraged to familiarize themselves with Nebraska Methodist College at https://www.methodistcollege.edu/about” By joining Nebraska Methodist College, you become part of a larger community. With Nebraska Methodist Health System, we focus on providing exceptional care to the communities we serve and people we employ. We call it The Meaning of Care – a culture that has and will continue to set us apart. It’s helping families grow by making each delivery special, conveying a difficult diagnosis with a compassionate touch, going above and beyond for a patient’s needs, or giving a high five when a patient beats a disease or conquers a personal health challenge. We offer competitive pay, excellent benefits and a great work environment where all employees are valued! Most importantly, our employees are part of a team that makes a real difference in the communities we live and work in. Job Summary: Provide effective student instruction to meet course objectives. Focus of courses to be taught may include operations management, finance, organizational theory, negotiation, and marketing. Experience working in healthcare administration and teaching online courses are preferred. Responsibilities: Essential Functions Teaching Factors: Instructional Responsibilities: Demonstrate effective instructional methodology. - Command of the subject and use of effective teaching/learning methods. - In conjunction with Program Director and/or Course Coordinator, facilitate clear formulation of learning objectives/outcomes demonstrated by thorough course planning, and thorough preparation for individual classroom, laboratory, and/or clinical sessions. - Skill in communicating with students and challenging them to go beyond what is required. - Effective course implementation through the use of a variety of instructional methods, as appropriate, to foster an environment to stimulate student interest and pursuit of learning. - Integrity, open-mindedness and objectivity in presenting material. - Ability to relate the subject to other areas of knowledge. - Collaboration with other faculty in the development of curriculum. - Systematic assessment of student learning. - Provision of constructive feedback in a timely manner to students to foster professional development. - Punctuality and reliability in conduct of classes. - Course revision as needed to increase effectiveness - Summarize (list in comments) any additional instructional responsibilities, activities, or accomplishment(s) for the review period. Professionalism Demonstrate interpersonal and team skills - Supports collegiality by behaving in a professional manner with faculty, staff and administration. - Responds to communications and requests in a timely fashion. - Treats staff and faculty in a professional manner. - Supports College strategic initiatives. - Responds appropriately to guidance and constructive criticism. - Maintains a professional appearance appropriate for the position. - Follows and understands the mission, vision, core values and Standards of Behavior. - Participates in required meetings and events as appropriate. - Fulfills mandatory job requirements (e.g., timely submission of syllabi and grades, AOR, maintenance of certification/licensure, related employee health requirements as applicable). - Summarize (list in comments) any effective instructional methodology as applicable for the review period. Schedule: Varies - online course instruction. Job Description: Job Requirements Education - Completion of terminal degree deemed appropriate per programmatic needs in the assigned discipline from a regionally accredited institution required, with a minimum of 18 semester hours in content-specific related field; master’s and/or doctoral degree in related field preferred. Experience - Minimum of one (1) year experience in area relevant to program assignment required; one or more years of experience in teaching at the post-secondary level is preferred. License/Certifications - Where appropriate, Nebraska licensure and national certifications are required of faculty employed at Nebraska Methodist College. Skills/Knowledge/Abilities - Ability to provide academic instruction, read, analyze, interpret and grade academic assignments in a higher educational environment. - Strong interpersonal and communication skills. - Proficiency with personal computer and standard office applications. - Knowledge of various teaching methods and adult learning styles. - Skill in the effective use of resources including time, information and available services. - Knowledge and support of the College mission statement and its values. Physical Requirements Weight Demands - Light Work - Exerting up to 20 pounds of force. - NOTE: Faculty who work with students completing clinical assignments will be required to meet Medium Work standards-exerting up to 50 pounds of force. Physical Activity - Occasionally Performed (1%-33%): - Balancing - Climbing - Carrying - Crawling - Crouching - Distinguish colors - Kneeling - Lifting - Pulling/Pushing - Reaching - Standing - Stooping/bending - Twisting - Walking - Frequently Performed (34%-66%): - Hearing - Repetitive Motions - Seeing/Visual - Speaking/talking - Constantly Performed (67%-100%): - Fingering/Touching - Grasping - Keyboarding/typing - Sitting Job Hazards - Not Related: - Biological agents (primary air born and blood born viruses) (Jobs with Patient contact) (BBF) - Physical hazards (noise, temperature, lighting, wet floors, outdoors, sharps) (more than ordinary office environment) - Equipment/Machinery/Tools - Explosives (pressurized gas) - Electrical Shock/Static - Radiation Alpha, Beta and Gamma (particles such as X-ray, Cat Scan, Gamma Knife, etc) - Rare (1-33%): - Chemical agents (Toxic, Corrosive, Flammable, Latex) - Mechanical moving parts/vibrations About Methodist: Nebraska Methodist Health System is made up of four hospitals in Nebraska and southwest Iowa, more than 30 clinic locations, a nursing and allied health college, and a medical supply distributorship and central laundry facility. From the day Methodist Hospital was chartered in 1891, service to our communities has been a top priority. Financial assistance, health education, outreach to our diverse communities and populations, and other community benefit activities have always been central to our mission. Nebraska Methodist Health System is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other classification protected by Federal, state or local law.