• Drive commercial negotiations and Master Service Agreements with network OEMs and connectivity providers. • Audit network OEM and carrier procurement schedules, ensuring optimal allocation and cost efficiency. • Implement frameworks for third-party data center and network partners adherence to commercial terms. • Develop a global inventory strategy for network gear to accelerate time-to-deployment. • Monitor global network supply chain volatility and execute contingency plans. • Translate network architecture roadmaps into equipment and connectivity forecasts. • Partner with Finance to optimize network inventory strategy and capex planning. • Establish efficient return and replacement workflows with network vendors.

Role Description The University of Prince Edward Island is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Procurement Manager to join our dynamic team. This pivotal role involves managing the end-to-end procurement process to ensure the university acquires goods and services in a cost-effective, efficient, and timely manner. The successful candidate will work closely with internal departments to understand their needs, develop procurement strategies, and oversee vendor relationships while ensuring compliance with university policies and relevant regulations. This position offers an exciting opportunity to contribute to the operational excellence of the university by optimizing procurement activities that support academic, administrative, and research functions. The Procurement Manager will also be responsible for leading a team, driving continuous improvement initiatives, and leveraging market trends to maximize value and mitigate risks. If you are a proactive professional with strong leadership capabilities, excellent negotiation skills, and a commitment to ethical procurement practices, we encourage you to apply for this key leadership role at the University of Prince Edward Island. - Develop and implement comprehensive procurement strategies aligned with the university’s goals. - Manage the complete procurement lifecycle from requisition to contract execution and supplier management. - Collaborate with internal stakeholders to identify procurement needs and establish specifications. - Negotiate contracts and pricing agreements with vendors to secure favorable terms and cost savings. - Ensure compliance with university policies, government regulations, and ethical sourcing standards. - Monitor supplier performance and conduct regular evaluations to ensure quality and reliability. - Lead and mentor the procurement team to enhance their skills and productivity. - Identify and implement process improvements to increase efficiency and reduce procurement risks. Qualifications - Bachelor’s degree in business administration, supply chain management, or a related field. - Minimum of 5 years of experience in procurement management, preferably in a higher education or public sector environment. - Strong knowledge of procurement principles, contract law, and regulatory compliance. - Excellent negotiation, communication, and interpersonal skills. - Proven leadership experience with the ability to manage and develop a team effectively. - Proficiency in procurement software and Microsoft Office Suite. - Ability to analyze market trends and supplier data to make informed decisions. - Strong organizational skills with attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously. Benefits - Retirement Plan (401k, IRA) - Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays) - Training & Development - Work From Home - Work From Home - Flexible hours

Role Description The Director, Strategic Sourcing (Indirect Procurement) is accountable for procuring regional and global products and services. This includes drafting RFI, RFP, and other procurement-related documentation necessary for sourcing, contract negotiations, and maximizing/leverage BCD Travel's sourcing and purchasing power. This position manages accountable supplier relationships while maintaining the Global Strategic Sourcing Project List, the Global Strategic Sourcing Contract Repository, and other departmental vendor programs. - Negotiate contracts with preferred suppliers (global, regional, country, 3rd party aggregators, wholesalers, etc.) - Manage contract renewal terms and dates - Develop and implement Supplier Service Level Agreements (SLA) - Establish and maintain business relationships, including business owners, to identify needs and requirements; Senior Vice President, Global Strategic Sourcing for approval processes, Finance and accounting as needed for guidance on related matters, and Legal, data privacy, and security departments regarding contract compliance, NDA, and timelines - Implement, monitor, and report results of financial targets - Maintain programs and databases, ensuring all assigned projects are complete and updated frequently - Utilize the most efficient sourcing strategy to satisfy requests based on the scope of work required, the materiality of the project, and other pertinent business factors - Lead the efforts of a Director of Sourcing and a Director of Procurement Qualifications - Extensive Indirect Spend Supply Chain Management experience is required - Prior experience working on technology, telecommunications, and other types of sourcing engagements, specifically experience with licensing - Prior experience working on all HR benefit categories while partnering closely with Human Resources and external suppliers to optimize value, manage risk, ensure compliance, and improve employee experience across benefits offerings - History of successfully negotiating with such as Google, Microsoft, SAP, Salesforce, AWS, and other SaaS related entities - Excellent communication skills: oral, written, and presentation in English are required - Highly proficient in one or more additional languages, such as Dutch, German, or Spanish, preferred - You have a College, Associate, or University degree or equivalent experience, preferred - Proven capability to manage cross-functional work teams - Ability and willingness to travel domestically and internationally - CPM, CPSM, or Six Sigma certification preferred Benefits - Flexible working hours and work-from-home or remote opportunities - Opportunities to grow your skillset and career - Generous vacation days so you can rest and recharge - A compensation package that feels fair to you, including mental, physical, and financial wellbeing tools - Travel industry professional perks and discounts - An inclusive work environment where diversity is celebrated Company Description BCD Travel helps companies travel smart and achieve more. We drive program adoption, cost savings and talent retention through digital experiences that simplify business travel. Our 15,000+ dedicated team members service clients in 170+ countries as we shape a sustainable future for business travel. BCD’s leading meetings and events management and global consultancy services complete our comprehensive suite of solutions for all aspects of corporate travel. In 2024, BCD achieved US$22.9 billion in sales. - Get to know us by reading our blog and checking out our social media: - Blog - LinkedIn - Instagram - Facebook

Role Description Mercor connects elite creative and technical talent with leading AI research labs. Headquartered in San Francisco, our investors include Benchmark, General Catalyst, Peter Thiel, Adam D'Angelo, Larry Summers, and Jack Dorsey. Position: Music Expert Type: Contract Compensation: $67–$75/hour Location: Remote Commitment: 20 hours/week Role Responsibilities - Author, review, and annotate technical tasks to evaluate AI model performance on music and musicology problems. - Produce original problem sets grounded in scores, harmonic analyses, and spectrograms. - Write reference solutions and apply structured quality checks. - Provide clear, structured feedback to improve AI training data quality and downstream performance. - Work independently and asynchronously with a flexible schedule to meet deadlines. Qualifications - Must-Have: DMA or PhD in Music or Musicology, or MM with 3+ years teaching, performance, or research experience, or BM or BA in Music with 5+ years teaching, performance, or composition experience. - Working fluency in at least two of: theory, history/musicology, performance practice, composition, ethnomusicology. - Comfortable reading and interpreting scores, harmonic analyses, and spectrograms. - Clear technical writing; able to articulate reasoning step-by-step in written form. Requirements - Hourly contractor Application Process - Upload resume - AI interview based on your resume - Submit form Resources & Support - For details about the interview process and platform information, please check: Interview Process - For any help or support, reach out to: support@mercor.com - Our team reviews applications daily. Please complete your AI interview and application steps to be considered for this opportunity.