Category: Random Thoughts

THE ‘BUSY BEE’ ROLE ($45,000 – $55,000)

Posted on by Head Hunter Krpan in Random Thoughts

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In 1859 … as British explorer, Alfred Russel Wallace was strolling around Bacan Island (in Indonesia) … when he came across something, extremely extraordinary!

As he described it … it was “a large black wasp-like insect, with immense jaws like a stag-beetle.”
Turns out, it was a never-before-seen … wild species of bee.

What made it so unique … was its sheer size!
The species (naturally named, Wallace’s Giant Bee) is the world’s largest bee  … with females reaching lengths of nearly 4 cm … with wingspans of more than 6 cm!

Long thought extinct, the WGB had not been spotted for more than a century – until American researcher Adam Catton Messer, finally stumbled across another – in 1981!

What does this have to do with Match and Fable’s latest role?
Not much, really.

That said, our client is looking for a QA – Technical Writer … who doesn’t mind being as “busy as a bee”!

POSITION:            QUALITY ASSURANCE – TECHNICAL WRITER
REPORTS TO:       DIRECTOR OF QUALITY ASSURANCE + COMPLIANCE
LOCATION:          RICHMOND HILL
INDUSTRY:          PHARMACEUTICAL

SUMMARY:

Our client is a professional chemicals provider for compounding pharmacies.
They focus on the import, packaging, re-labeling and testing of API services.

Due to expansion … they’re looking for a Quality Assurance professional to join their team.

Reporting to the Director, QA + Compliance … the QA – Technical Writer will assist with the overall quality process ensuring all documentation is updated – as per Health Canada + FDA guidelines.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Responsible for creating + updating + revising + drafting SOPs
  • Serve as a technical resource in development of documents – advising on Naming Conventions, Active Standard Instruction requirements & Master Template issues
  • Ensure changes outlined in Change Management System coincide with mark-ups or proposed change … and all related documents / data affected, are captured
  • Responsible for initiating required changes in Change Management System
  • Assign document codes … according to current Document Naming Conventions, ensuring accurate correlation with corporate applications
  • Manage electronic files + maintain corresponding change control & revision history in Corporate Document Management System


REQUIREMENTS:

  • MUST: 1 year experience in a Technical Writing role (food or pharmaceutical industry)
  • MUST: Thorough knowledge of GMP, ISO: 9001 + GxP
  • MUST: Strong attention to detail + excellent written and oral communication skills
  • NICE TO HAVE: Experience in Stability Studies, Cleaning Validation and Lab testing
  • Proficient in MS Office Suite


REMUNERATION:

BASE SALARY: $45,000 – $55,000
OTHER: 100% medical & dental benefits + 3 weeks’ vacation

INTERESTED?  There are 3 things we’ll need from you;

  1. Send your resume to Zafreen Kassam at zkassam@matchfable.com.
  2. Ensure subject line of your email reads; BUSY BEE – 24E91-MTCHFBL
  3. In a short email … please tell Zafreen how your experience fits what we’ve outlined above.

THE ‘PIÑATA’ ROLE ($70,000 – $75,000)

Posted on by Head Hunter Krpan in Random Thoughts

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Did you know … the most traditional of piñata styles is the star with seven points?
Each cone represents 1 of the 7 Deadly Sins.
And … while the sole objective is to get to the candy … the game is actually riddled with all kinds of symbolism.

The blindfolded player with the stick represents faith trying to destroy evil … (faith is blind, right)?
The piñata symbolizes hope (hanging over our heads … looking up to the heavens with anticipation).
Finally, the smashed piñata represents charity … (as it rains down with candy for everyone)!

What does this have to do with Match and Fable’s role?
Well … nothing really.

That said … our client is looking for a talented Lead Generation Manager to join their team … and “smash” the manner in which lead generation has been conducted in the past! They think it’s time for a multi-pronged approach that doesn’t rely solely on “hammering the phone”!

POSITION:        LEAD GENERATION MANAGER
REPORTS TO:   SENIOR DIRECTOR
LOCATION:       TORONTO, ONTARIO
INDUSTRY:       MEDIA + CPG

SUMMARY:

Our client provides an innovative business model, offering custom and cross functional solutions to multi-national brands … across numerous industries.

Offering a great culture + flexible work hours … they are in need of a Lead Generation Manger to work closely with Sales and Marketing to generate leads for new business opportunities that the sales team can develop into new clientele.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Be the LinkedIn Navigator expert and leverage LinkedIn and other platforms to find new ways to educate + inform prospective clients about the company’s value proposition
  • Reach out to potential leads via phone, LinkedIn, email … + any other creative ways you can come up with
  • Stay informed on market trends, such as; seasonal shifts + channel + category trends
  • Identify decision makers and initiate the sales process for sales and marketing
  • Determine strategic sales approaches and navigate internal networks to find warm connections to targets
  • Maintain + expand company’s database of prospects
  • Work with outside sales representatives to pursue key accounts + attend tradeshows and events


REQUIREMENTS:

  • MUST: Strong knowledge & experience with LinkedIn Navigator, Google Alerts, Salesforce and MS Office
  • MUST: Analytical + Problem Solving + Strategic Thinking skills
  • MUST: Impeccable communication skills + business acumen


REMUNERATION:

BASE SALARY: $55,000
ON-TARGET VARIABLE: $15,000 – $20,000
ON-TARGET EARNINGS: $70,000 – $75,000
OTHER: benefits + vacation + rrsp

INTERESTED?  There are 3 things we’ll need from you;

  1. Send your resume to Zafreen Kassam at zkassam@matchfable.com.
  2. Ensure subject line of your email reads; PIÑATA – MTCHFBL24E91
  3. In a short email … please tell Zafreen how your experience fits what we’ve outlined above.

THE ‘PLATE SPINNER‘ ROLE (OTE: $50,000 – $55,000)

Posted on by Head Hunter Krpan in Random Thoughts

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Plate spinning is a ‘circus manipulation art’ where a person spins numerous plates atop long poles … without letting them crash to the ground. The process requires flawless concentration and measured movements!

The Guinness World Record for plate spinning is held by David Spathaky.
Mr. Spathaky successfully spun an astounding 108 plates, simultaneously … in Bangkok, Thailand, in 1996.

What does this have to do with Match and Fable’s latest role?
Not much, really.

That said … our client is looking for a Plate Spinner of their own!
They are open to new graduates, looking for their chance to take their first step into the corporate world. You will learn their business and be tasked with managing multiple responsibilities … in a fast-paced culture.

You bring the passion and the hustle … and they’ll teach you how it’s done!

POSITION:             PRODUCT SPECIALIST
REPORTS TO:        MARKETING MANAGER
LOCATION:            MISSISSAUGA
INDUSTRY:            BUSINESS SOLUTIONS

SUMMARY:   

Reporting to the Marketing Manager, the Product Specialist is responsible for product management support across the organization.  This individual will assist in all facets of product management and work closely with sales, operations, purchasing to prepare formal quotes for non-standard and larger client opportunities. Will also act as a specialist for strategic digital and industrial product lines.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Manage and update digital and industrial product contracts alongside the sales team
  • Participate in the sales cycle of strategic accounts by helping prepare proposals, quotes and contracts
  • Research competitive landscape, ensuring company is at forefront of industry trends & client requirements
  • Prospect and qualify target clients matching particular profiles, to build future sales territories & verticals
  • Collect data from multiple suppliers to compare product specs, availability, pricing and lead times
  • Source diversified/non-standard products, when required, via key vendor relationships
  • Champion specialized initiatives and projects


REQUIREMENTS: 

  • Post-secondary education
  • Deadly communication and interpersonal skills
  • Ability to multi-task and handle a wide range of various responsibilities
  • A passion for winning … combined with an inquisitive mind
  • Organized and creative with innate training skills
  • NICE TO HAVE: 1 year of sales or marketing experience (in a B2B environment)


REMUNERATION:

BASE SALARY: $45,000
BONUS POTENTIAL: $5,000 – $10,000
ON-TARGET EARNINGS: $50,000 – $55,000
OTHER: benefits, cell allowance, vacation

INTERESTED?  Then there are 4 things we need from you;

  1. Send your resume to Sabrina Galli at sgalli@matchfable.com.
  2. Ensure subject line reads; PLATE SPINNER – 6E91MTCHFBL
  3. In a short email … tell Sabrina … why you are a fit!
  4. Please include a link to your social media presence (LinkedIn etc …)

THE ‘JUGGLER’ ROLE (OTE: $75,000 – $90,000)

Posted on by Head Hunter Krpan in Random Thoughts

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Anthony Gatto was born in Manhattan, New York in April 1973.

At age 8 … he made his first appearance … on ABC’s “That’s Incredible” television show.
By the age of 10 … Mr. Gatto was performing in Las Vegas.
And … he would go on to star in 2 Cirque Du Soleil shows – Koozå (2007-2009) and La Nouba (2010-2012).

He holds 11 world records for juggling.
Gatto has juggled eleven rings … as many as nine balls … and as many eight clubs.

To put it in perspective … there is only one man who has juggled 8 clubs for a total of 16 catches … and that man was … Anthony Gatto!

What does this have to do with Match and Fable’s latest role?
Not much, really.

That said … Match and Fable’s Zafreen Kassam in looking for a Senior Business Analyst with the ability to ‘juggle’ multiple projects … as a key member of our client’s Project Management Team.

POSITION:                SENIOR BUSINESS ANALYST
REPORTS TO:           DIRECTOR, IT STRATEGY & PLANNING
LOCATION:               NORTH YORK / VAUGHAN
INDUSTRY:               HEALTH CARE

SUMMARY:   

The Senior Business Analyst supports the execution of projects within the Project Management Office by providing analytical insight on business requirements throughout the project lifecycle.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

  • Research & analysis to define business requirements and processes to resolve of complex business issues
  • Identification of process gaps and improvements … to current processes
  • Build repository of core business processes for on-going project reference
  • Develop core project deliverables including business case, project charter, scoping, requirements analysis, needs assessments, communication plans, training plans and test plan creation
  • Investigate and analyze problems and business requirements via data analysis, research, interviews, meetings and testing activities
  • Recommend potential solutions/approaches to address business needs
  • Determine impacts of change on all systems and processes
  • Prepare defined scope and detailed requirement documents (ensuring documents are clear + concise)
  • Ensure requirement reviews are conducted with Subject Matter Experts, testers and stakeholders
  • Assist in development of user acceptance test plans, matrices … and expected results
  • Provide accurate and timely input based on knowledge of the project lifecycle
  • Provide recommendations for improvements; develop templates and guidelines … as required
  • Ensure Project Manager and management team are kept informed, and issues are escalated, appropriately
  • Mentor and coach Business Analyst


REQUIREMENTS:

  • MUST HAVE: 8+ years’ experience in a Business Analyst role
  • MUST HAVE: IT Knowledge and Development background
  • MUST HAVE: Degree or Diploma in Business (or related discipline)
  • MUST HAVE: MS Office + Project + Visio software (High proficiency with Excel required)
  • MUST HAVE: Solid understanding of project management techniques, including requirements analysis, business process modelling and using real-time analytical and formal modelling tools
  • MUST HAVE: Stellar verbal and written communication and confident leadership skills
  • MUST HAVE: Ability to ask ‘the right questions’ even though you’re not an SME on project matter
  • NICE TO HAVE: CBAP certification – (knowledge of formal business process improvement)
  • MUST HAVE: Ability to work collaboratively and ‘juggle’ multiple concurrent assignments
  • NICE TO HAVE: Strong life cycle solution delivery an asset
  • NICE TO HAVE: Pharmaceutical Industry or Supply Chain experience. (Ops, Planning, Logistics, Distribution and Warehousing)


REMUNERATION:

BASE SALARY: $70,000 – $85,000
MBO: up to 7.5%
ON-TARGET EARNINGS: $75,000 – $90,000
OTHER: benefits + rrsp + vacation

INTERESTED?  There are 3 things we’ll need from you;

  1. Send your resume to Zafreen Kassam at zkassam@matchfable.com.
  2. Ensure subject line of your email reads; JUGGLER – 13B91-MTCHFBL
  3. In a short email … please tell Zafreen how your experience fits what we’ve outlined above.

THE EXECUTIONER ROLE (OTE: $93,500 – $115,500)

Posted on by Head Hunter Krpan in Random Thoughts

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In the late 1700’s, in Roscommon, Ireland … a woman named Betty and her son lived in miserable poverty.  While it was uncommon for someone raised in such conditions to be literate … Betty was!

She taught her only son to read and write and would constantly remind him that only money could bring him happiness in life. And, when he was old enough … she encouraged him to leave Roscommon and find his fortune – in America!

Years later, one dark evening … a tall, well-dressed gentleman knocked on Betty’s door looking for a place to stay. Betty let him in, and later that night, as he slept … Betty crept into his room, and murdered him for his money!

As Betty rifled through the man’s things … to her horror … she discovered the ‘stranger’ was, in fact … her son!

Overcome by the shock of her actions, Betty ran screaming into the streets … confessing her guilt. She was arrested, stood trial … and was condemned to death – by hanging!

On Execution Day … as Betty and a few other criminals were being led into the yard … they were informed the executioner had “called in sick” … and the sheriff was refusing to personally perform the executions.

Seizing her opportunity … Betty asked that her life be spared … in return for hanging the other prisoners – herself!

The sheriff agreed … and Betty got to work! “Lady Betty” was so efficient and capable … she was appointed as Roscommon’s Hang Woman … a job with a yearly salary … and room and board!

What does this have to do with Match and Fable’s latest role?
Well … not much, really.

That said … Match and Fable’s Zafreen Kassam is looking for an equally efficient and highly capable Senior Project Manager who can ‘execute’ with flawless precision for our client – (pardon the pun)!

POSITION:                SENIOR PROJECT MANAGER
REPORTS TO:           DIRECTOR, IT STRATEGY & PLANNING
LOCATION:              NORTH YORK / VAUGHAN
INDUSTRY:               HEALTH CARE

SUMMARY:

You’ll manage multiple, complex, cross-functional projects from inception to implementation. You’ll implement solutions to benefit the company’s clients and suppliers and will focus on improving internal operational efficiencies.  You will be expected to use industry-standard processes to initialize, plan, execute, control and monitor projects.

You’ll need to be proficient in managing the complexities associated with large, enterprise-wide strategic initiatives, and you’ll need to have the ability to communicate with executive-level staff.

RESPONSIBILITIES: 

  • Use project management skills and methodologies to lead/manage complex projects via budget planning, resource procurement, meeting planning/facilitation, conflict resolution, risk mitigation, status reporting
  • Manage multiple projects (at various stages of the project life cycle)
  • Interface with sponsors to agree on objective, scope, deliverables, timeframes, resources + outcomes
  • Provide direction, guidance, and priority setting – at team level
  • Ensure all aspects of a project are considered from requirements through to interfaces, training, communication, implementation and regression
  • Write project documents (including charters, business requirements, project plan, training, policy and procedures) – using company documentation templates
  • Determine quality standards & oversee execution/production of deliverables and management documents
  • Drive decision-making process related to business processes or deliverables within project context
  • Update stakeholders regarding project delivery progress, barriers, risks and timeline status
  • Mentor team members in all aspects of project management
  • Ability to travel, when necessary


REQUIREMENTS:

  • MUST HAVE: Undergraduate Degree with 8+ years’ experience as a Project Manager
  • PREFERRED: PMP and/or Six Sigma Belt certification preferred
  • MUST HAVE: Strong knowledge of Systems Development Life Cycle Methodology
  • PREFERRED: Experience as a Business Analyst
  • MUST HAVE: MS Office + Visio + Project
  • MUST HAVE: Understand QA testing (as it pertains to IT systems)
  • MUST HAVE: Experience in Pre-Project Effort or Project Kick-Off
  • NICE TO HAVE: Pharma Industry or Supply Chain experience (Ops, Planning, Logistics and Warehousing)
  • NICE TO HAVE: Completion of BA or Systems BA courses


REMUNERATION:

BASE SALARY: $85,000 – $105,000
MBO: up to 10%
ON-TARGET EARNINGS: $93,500 – $115,500
OTHER: benefits + rrsp + vacation


INTERESTED?  There are 3 things we’ll need from you;

  1. Send your resume to Zafreen Kassam at zkassam@matchfable.com.
  2. Ensure subject line of your email reads; EXECUTIONER – 12B91-MTCHFBL
  3. In a short email … please tell Zafreen how your experience fits what we’ve outlined above.

THE ‘ROUGH ON RATS’ ROLE ($75,000 – $80,000)

Posted on by Head Hunter Krpan in Random Thoughts

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In 1895, Tillie Gburek married John Mitkiewicz. In 1914, John passed away from what was believed to be “a heart condition”. Tillie’s second husband, Joseph Ruskowski also died … as did her next boyfriend.

Tillie’s third husband was Frank Kupczyk. Tillie would greet Frank in the morning, saying “it won’t be long now” … “you’ll be dying soon”. As Frank’s health deteriorated … Tillie began knitting herself a mourning hat … and even purchased a bargain coffin – storing it in their basement!

Upon Kupczyk’s death, Tillie remarried, yet again. And, as you’ve probably guessed, this husband (Frank Klimek) also fell ill. But this time … doctors suspected arsenic poisoning, and lab tests confirmed it!

As she was being arrested … Tillie turned to the police officer and said …”the next one I want to cook a dinner for, is you”.

The bodies of Tillie’s victims were exhumed … and were found to contain lethal doses of arsenic. Her “weapon of choice” had been a rat poison called – Rough On Rats!

Following her arrest, it was found that; a total of 20 people had fallen ill after dining at Tillie’s home (14 of whom died) and Tillie, newly nicknamed, “the Poison Widow” … had life insurance policies on all of her husbands!

PS: On the bright side … you may be glad to know, after 3 months in the hospital … Joseph Klimek survived!

What does this have to do with Match and Fable’s latest role?
Absolutely nothing!

POSITION:                QUALITY AND COMPLIANCE SPECIALIST
REPORTS TO:           DIRECTOR OF QUALITY ASSURANCE / REGULATORY AFFAIRS
LOCATION:               ETOBICOKE
INDUSTRY:                MEDICAL DEVICE

SUMMARY:

Reporting to the Director of QA / RA … the Quality and Compliance Specialist will ensure operational processes are in accordance with the Quality Management System and the organization’s compliance department.

This individual will assist with the overall quality and regulatory processes and ensure all documentation is updated, as per Health Canada and FDA guidelines.

RESPONSIBILITIES: 

  • Update and organize procedures and documentation, as per organizational guidelines
  • Develop and update SOP’s and work instructions, as necessary
  • Assist with updating product labelling and packaging artwork documentation
  • Maintain and support the requirements of the Quality Management Systems
  • Provide assistance to the Director QA / RA
  • Perform other projects, as required


REQUIREMENTS:

  • 4 years’ experience in quality assurance or quality control – in the medical device industry
  • Will consider candidates from related industry (food processing, pharmaceuticals, cosmetics or GMP)
  • MUST HAVE: University degree in a science related discipline
  • Experience managing Quality Systems and processing change controls
  • Sound working knowledge of GMP (Good Manufacturing Practices)
  • Familiar with ISO 13485 and Health Canada Medical Device Guidelines, preferred
  • REALLY NICE TO HAVE: Lab experience … testing medical devices


REMUNERATION:

BASE SALARY: $75,000 – $80,000
OTHER: medical benefits + RRSP + pension + vacation

QUALIFIED?  There are 3 things we’ll need from you;

  1. Send your resume to Zafreen Kassam at zkassam@matchfable.com.
  2. Ensure subject line of your email reads; ROUGH ON RATS – MTCHFBL17A91
  3. In a short email … please tell Zafreen how your experience fits what we’ve outlined above.