ProKatchersTransformation Product Manager ProKatchersTransformation Product ManagerOverland Park, KS$85,000–$130,000 / yearLooking for a senior leader with 10+ years of experience in enterprise transformation, product management, and program delivery. Location : Bellevue, WA 98006 / Frisco, TX 75034 / Overland Park, KS 66211 / .
JobotNewSupply Chain Manager JobotSupply Chain ManagerKansas City, MO$100,000–$140,000 / yearThe Supply Chain Manager requires minimal direction and is expected to handle more complex and multiple projects; demonstrates a leadership role with others within the Supply Chain Department and offers training and assistance to other members of this group. Information collected and processed as part of your Jobot candidate profile, and any job applications, resumes, or other information you choose to submit is subject to Jobot's Privacy Policy, as well as the Jobot California Worker Privacy Notice and Jobot Notice Regarding Automated Employment Decision Tools which are available at jobot.com/legal.
JobotNewEPC Project Manager - Hybrid work schedule! JobotEPC Project Manager - Hybrid work schedule!Kansas City, MO$160,000–$200,000 / yearOur company, headquartered in Cincinnati, OH, is an Engineering Consultancy providing full-service engineering, procurement, and construction management (EPCm) services to industrial process manufacturers operating in pulp & paper, chemical, CPG, F&B, power, and heavy industrial markets across the nation. Information collected and processed as part of your Jobot candidate profile, and any job applications, resumes, or other information you choose to submit is subject to Jobot's Privacy Policy, as well as the Jobot California Worker Privacy Notice and Jobot Notice Regarding Automated Employment Decision Tools which are available at jobot.com/legal.
Company ConfidentialTerritory Manager II Company ConfidentialTerritory Manager IIKansas City, MOFull timeWith a rich history, Swisher serves adult consumers through a diverse range of businesses, including Swisher Sweets Cigar Company, Helme Tobacco Co., Hempire, Rogue Holdings, and Drew Estate: The Rebirth of Cigars. This role uses facts, analytics, and market intelligence to influence customer decisions, drive distribution, and deliver measurable top and bottom-line growth and grow market share.
NucorNewDistrict Sales Manager NucorDistrict Sales ManagerKansas City, KSThe role of District Sales Manager (DSM) includes but is not limited to executing on the product group and enterprise-wide strategy within the assigned territory in order to maximize Nucor's profitability through collaboration with Sales, Production and Technical personnel. Joining Nucor means becoming part of North America's largest steel and steel products manufacturer, offering unmatched career opportunities and stability.
NucorNewHR Manager NucorHR ManagerKansas City, MOSpecific areas to be addressed are building effective talent management strategies, implementation of training and skill development programs, improved alignment, and communications amongst AMR teammates, along with enhancing the culture of whole person safety within the operations. Responsibilities include but are not limited to: Oversee and administer all plans for a variety of Human Resources functions such as recruiting, training and development, wage/benefit administration, compliance with statutory requirements, teammate engagement, performance evaluations, workers compensation and safety etc.
William Charles ConstructionNewElectrical Engineering Manager William Charles ConstructionElectrical Engineering ManagerKansas City, KS$120,000–$160,000The Clean Energy & Infrastructure Group comprises the following market sectors and operating companies: Renewables: IEA Constructors, Wanzek Construction, White Construction; Industrial: Phoenix Industrial, MasTec Industrial; Infrastructure: American Civil Constructors West Coast, Cash Construction, FNF Construction, MasTec Civil, McKee Utility Contractors, Precision Aggregate Products, Ragnar Benson Construction, Saiia Construction, William Charles Construction, William Charles Electric; General Building: Lemartec, NV2A. In Infrastructure, we specialize in electrical, environmental, highways, roads and bridges, aggregate mining, ports and terminals, rail, pump and lift stations, water transmission and pipelines, water and wastewater treatment plants, and stormwater.
Family Tree NurseryNewAssistant Dept Manager Family Tree NurseryAssistant Dept ManagerShawnee Mission, KSLeadership- Lead the department team to achieve the common goals of excellent guest service and a unique shopping experience, aligning the vision, oversight, and leadership of the department while supporting the company's mission statement, vision, and core values. 1-3+ years of professional and leadership experience in: Horticulture, greenhouse production, green industry sales, garden center management, retail management or other plant-based industry.
Ceco Concrete Construction, LLCAssistant Project Manager I - Kansas City, KS Ceco Concrete Construction, LLCAssistant Project Manager I - Kansas City, KSKansas City, KSBachelors or Associates degree in Engineering, Construction Management, related degree, or its equivalent and a minimum of 1-2 years of work experience successfully supporting similar primary responsibilities meeting and exceeding performance expectations. Founded in 1912, Ceco has more than 100 years of experience serving the commercial construction industry as a client-centric, single source solution for concrete structures.
ProAmpacManager - FP&A (Manufacturing) ProAmpacManager - FP&A (Manufacturing)Kansas City, MOThis role is ideal for a finance leader who thrives in a fast-paced manufacturing environment and enjoys partnering directly with Operations, Sales, Supply Chain, and executive leadership to drive profitability, performance, and business growth. This position plays a critical role in helping leadership make informed decisions around pricing, productivity, margin improvement, capital investments, and long-range strategic planning.
Acclaro CorporationNewAesthetics Executive Sales Manager Acclaro CorporationAesthetics Executive Sales ManagerKansas City, MOCommitted to continuous innovations, Acclaro Corporation aspires to lead the energy-based medical device industry by aligning the latest technologies with market demand to deliver life-changing results for healthier and happier life for all men and women in the world. This role is ideal for a strategic sales leader with deep aesthetics industry experience who is passionate about building teams, developing markets, and closing complex capital sales opportunities.
Sunrise Senior LivingNewCare Manager Sunrise Senior LivingCare ManagerLeawood, KS$16.30–$20.40 / hourSee Sunrise Senior Living Terms & Conditions at https://c-5885-20221207-www-sunriseseniorliving-com.i.icims.com/terms-and-conditions and Privacy Policy at https://c-5885-20221207-www-sunriseseniorliving-com.i.icims.com/privacy-policy and SonicJobs Privacy Policy at https://www.sonicjobs.com/us/privacy-policy and Terms of Use at https://www.sonicjobs.com/us/terms-conditions. The Care Manager/"Designated Care Manager" is responsible for providing the highest degree of quality care and services to a consistent group of residents and their families in our assisted living/long term care and reminiscence neighborhoods.
Safe Haven SecurityPinpoint Sales Manager Safe Haven SecurityPinpoint Sales ManagerKansas City, MO$120,000–$200,000As a Sales Branch Manager, you will play a crucial role in the operations and growth of your local branch, encompassing hiring and recruitment, training and development, as well as leading from the forefront and motivating your sales team. Our mission is to provide peace of mind and protection to families across the country, and we achieve this by offering cutting-edge security solutions and exceptional customer service.
Dollar GeneralSTORE MANAGER CANDIDATE IN KANSAS CITY, MO Dollar GeneralSTORE MANAGER CANDIDATE IN KANSAS CITY, MOKansas City, MOAssist with store merchandising by facilitating and/or participating in staging, stocking and storage of merchandise; ensuring that merchandise is presented according to established practices and store manager direction; and properly utilizing merchandise fixtures, signing and pricing of merchandise. Every day.® by offering products that are frequently used and replenished, such as food, snacks, health and beauty aids, cleaning supplies, basic apparel, housewares and seasonal items at everyday low prices in convenient neighborhood locations.
Cox CommunicationsNewAccount Manager (Cox Business) Cox CommunicationsAccount Manager (Cox Business)Kansas City, KS$85,500–$128,300You'll be responsible for new account development, plus maintaining and growing your customer base through cross-selling, upselling, renewal and retention. Employees are also eligible for additional paid time off in the form of bereavement leave, time off to vote, jury duty leave, volunteer time off, military leave, and parental leave.
Premium WatersManager, Maintenance Premium WatersManager, MaintenanceRiverside, MOFull timeDirects and assists employees or contracted employees engaged in ground maintenance activates such as repair of concrete and masonry, ceilings, floors, and walls; loading docks and driveways, electrical fixtures, etc. General Overview: The Maintenance manager will be responsible for developing and leading a team of maintenance technicians to obtain plant objectives in regard to safety, quality, training, productivity and cost containment within the plant.
UlineSales Account Manager UlineSales Account ManagerKansas City, MO$75,000–$110,000 / yearFull timeUline, a name millions of businesses across North America know and trust, is looking for an experienced Sales Account Manager to build our growing Kansas City, Missouri market. Uline, a family-owned company, is North America’s leading distributor of shipping, industrial, and packaging materials with over 9,800 employees across 14 locations and 17 sales offices.
UlineTerritory Sales Manager UlineTerritory Sales ManagerKansas City, MO$75,000–$110,000 / yearFull timeUline, a name millions of businesses across North America know and trust, is looking for an experienced Territory Sales Manager to build our growing Kansas City, Missouri market. Uline, a family-owned company, is North America’s leading distributor of shipping, industrial, and packaging materials with over 9,800 employees across 14 locations and 17 sales offices.
Hendrick Automotive Group CorporateSales Manager Hendrick Automotive Group CorporateSales ManagerMerriam, KansasFull timeEnsure successful achievement of all monthly sales & CSI objectives for the dealership, as outlined by the manufacturer and the Hendrick Pre-owned Performance Plan Objectives. The Sales Manager is responsible for operations, sales performance results, employee supervision, and customer satisfaction in the Sales Department.
Dollar GeneralSTORE MANAGER IN KANSAS CITY, KS Dollar GeneralSTORE MANAGER IN KANSAS CITY, KSKansas City, KSEvery day.® by offering products that are frequently used and replenished, such as food, snacks, health and beauty aids, cleaning supplies, basic apparel, housewares and seasonal items at everyday low prices in convenient neighborhood locations. Frequent handling of merchandise and equipment such as hand-held scanner, pricing guns, box cutters, merchandise containers, two-wheel dollies, and U-boats (six-wheel carts).
Dollar GeneralSTORE MANAGER in KANSAS CITY, MO Dollar GeneralSTORE MANAGER in KANSAS CITY, MOKansas City, MOEvery day.® by offering products that are frequently used and replenished, such as food, snacks, health and beauty aids, cleaning supplies, basic apparel, housewares and seasonal items at everyday low prices in convenient neighborhood locations. Frequent handling of merchandise and equipment such as hand-held scanner, pricing guns, box cutters, merchandise containers, two-wheel dollies, and U-boats (six-wheel carts).
Dollar GeneralSTORE MANAGER IN MISSION, KS Dollar GeneralSTORE MANAGER IN MISSION, KSMission, KSEvery day.® by offering products that are frequently used and replenished, such as food, snacks, health and beauty aids, cleaning supplies, basic apparel, housewares and seasonal items at everyday low prices in convenient neighborhood locations. Frequent handling of merchandise and equipment such as hand-held scanner, pricing guns, box cutters, merchandise containers, two-wheel dollies, and U-boats (six-wheel carts).
Jack Henry & Associates IncTechnical Product Manager II - Enterprise Payment Solutions EPS Jack Henry & Associates IncTechnical Product Manager II - Enterprise Payment Solutions EPSLenexa, KSWhat you'll be responsible for: Directs, designs, and implements a comprehensive product management strategy for a specific product or group of products from product definition and planning through production and release. At Jack Henry, we deliver technology solutions that are digitally transforming and empowering community banks and credit unions to provide enhanced and streamlined user experiences to their customers and members.
Deloitte Touche Tohmatsu LtdProduct Engineering: Product Manager Deloitte Touche Tohmatsu LtdProduct Engineering: Product ManagerKansas City, MO$113,100–$232,300 / year3+ years of proven experience in ServiceNow with a focus on modules such as Application Portfolio Management (APM), Customer Service Management (CSM), IT Service Management (ITSM), HR Service Delivery (HRSD), and the overall NOW Platform. The wage range for this role takes into account the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including but not limited to skill sets; experience and training; licensure and certifications; and other business and organizational needs.
T-Mobile US IncProduct Manager, Technical - Solution Design T-Mobile US IncProduct Manager, Technical - Solution DesignOverland Park, KS$103,400–$186,400 / yearThis position supports Tier 1 and Tier 2 solutions, managing fraud, credit, and collections strategy decision engine configurations for both new and existing customers, as well as the supporting technology capabilities and infrastructure that support that product in an Agile driven environment. This position supports Tier 1 and Tier 2 solutions, managing fraud, credit, and collections strategy decision engine configurations for both new and existing customers, as well as the supporting technology capabilities and infrastructure in an Agile-driven environment.
Seaboard CorpNewProduct Manager Seaboard CorpProduct ManagerMerriam, KSIn this role, you will lead production planning, product optimization, and cross-functional coordination to ensure efficient product flow, accurate forecasting, and strong alignment across Sales, Operations, and Scheduling. More than 5,400 employees across five states support our farms, feed mills, and processing operations, helping deliver Prairie Fresh pork to customers in more than 30 countries worldwide.
PricewaterhouseCoopers LLPEnterprise Product Manager Director PricewaterhouseCoopers LLPEnterprise Product Manager DirectorKansas City, MO$122,500–$423,780 / yearYou manage a commercially focused portfolio, develop product roadmaps, and collaborate with development leaders to align technology architecture with product objectives, making sure new services have a thoroughly developed support structure. Bachelor's degree or in lieu of a degree, demonstrating, in addition to the minimum years of experience required for the role, three years of specialized training and/or progressively responsible work experience in technology for each missing year of college.
SS&C Technologies Holdings IncProduct Manager SS&C Technologies Holdings IncProduct ManagerKansas City, MOWhat You Will Get To Do: Product Management: Responsible for managing the WalletShare for Alternatives data and user interface, coordinating with other product managers and relationship managers to capture client feedback, develop requirements and manage the sprint process with your technical partners. This opportunity calls for a Product Manager that is passionate about learning and growing the business, managing client interactions across the product portfolio, and taking Financial Services companies in the area of Asset Management to the next level.
T-MobileSenior Product Manager T-MobileSenior Product ManagerOverland Park, KansasDay to day activities or responsibilities include: conducting market research; generating product requirements; determining specifications; defining long-term strategy of the product; creating the product road map; helping drive and support technical delivery end to end; defining scope for releases/product increments; partnering with development, project/program management, marketing, and other key stakeholders to define release schedule; and support/drive go-to-market activities as needed. Sr Product Manager is a "jack-of-all-trades" leveraging deep customer empathy, strategic thinking, commercial, analytical, and leadership prowess to successfully deliver delightful and differentiated products that drive growth and positively impact customers lives.
Synchrony FinancialNewVP, Product Manager Synchrony FinancialVP, Product ManagerKansas City, KSRole Summary/Purpose: As the VP, Product Manager under the Compliance Workstream, you will be responsible for helping to drive and achieve Synchrony's business objectives and priorities and will collaborate and build partnerships with key cross-functional stakeholders at various levels will be integral to this role. A solid technology and operational background, combined with the ability to work closely with cross functional support teams including within an ART (Agile Release Train), agile teams, UX, CX and various internal business leaders while managing the product delivery, are critical job requirements.
O2E BrandsOutbound Product Manager O2E BrandsOutbound Product ManagerOverland Park, KansasPilot Selection & Alignment: Lead the tactical identification of franchise cohorts and manage stakeholder kick-off calls during the Problem-Solution Fit and Product-Market Fit stages to align cross-functional teams on product positioning, value, and operational needs. Operational Scale & Engineering Unblocking: Serve as the primary operational point of contact for field escalations during major rollouts, while managing version tracking and long-tail rollouts to eliminate deployment bottlenecks for core engineering teams.
Clarivate PlcSenior Product Manager - Technology Strategy & Architecture Clarivate PlcSenior Product Manager - Technology Strategy & ArchitectureOverland Park, KSYou will lead modernization of tax and treasury technology stacks, define system architectures, manage complex integrations and enable real-time, compliant and resilient financial operations across global operations. We are seeking a highly experienced Senior Product Manager - Technology Strategy & Architecture, to lead the strategy, design and delivery of our Global Tax and Treasury platforms.
Lumos Networks Corp.Product Manager Lumos Networks Corp.Product ManagerKansas City, MO$100,000–$125,000 / yearWorking knowledge of the OSI model and experience with technologies such as Metro Ethernet, Transport Delivery, IP-based services, Cyber/Network Security, Data Centers, Private/Public Cloud, SD-WAN, Wi-Fi, or Voice/Collaboration solutions (Hosted PBX, SIP Trunking, PRI, UCaaS). Segra owns and operates a wide and dense fiber-optic infrastructure footprint that provides state-of-the-art connectivity, cybersecurity, voice, cloud and colocation solutions, all backed by industry leading service and reliability.
Evergy IncNewDigital Product Manager Evergy IncDigital Product ManagerKansas City, MO$54,400–$68,000 / yearSummary of Primary Duties and Responsibilities: The Digital Product Manager leads cross-functional teams comprised of business and information technology stakeholders to solve complex consumer and business problems in a way that advances the digital customer experience. The Digital Product Manager is responsible for end-to-end leadership and management of digital products and experiences ranging from systems integrations, web, mobile app, IVA, and outbound categories.
SS&CProduct Manager SS&CProduct ManagerKansas City, New YorkProduct Management: Responsible for managing the WalletShare for Alternatives data and user interface, coordinating with other product managers and relationship managers to capture client feedback, develop requirements and manage the sprint process with your technical partners. This opportunity calls for a Product Manager that is passionate about learning and growing the business, managing client interactions across the product portfolio, and taking Financial Services companies in the area of Asset Management to the next level.
O2E BrandsSenior Product Manager - Commercial O2E BrandsSenior Product Manager - CommercialOverland Park, KansasB2B Product Owner/Manager Experience: Results-Driven B2B product experience with end-to-end ownership of complex products, translating business needs into scalable solutions that drive revenue growth and long-term customer value. Strategic & Collaborative: Ability to think strategically about complex problems, prioritize effectively, and collaborate across all levels (engineering, operations, front line teams, executive).
Circle Internet Financial LLCPrincipal Product Manager, TradFi Circle Internet Financial LLCPrincipal Product Manager, TradFiKansas City, MORemote$200,000–$260,000 / yearIn close partnership with executive stakeholders, engineering leadership, compliance, treasury, and external partners, you will define vision, drive alignment, and make high-impact tradeoffs to ensure Circle's digital asset infrastructure supports increasing volumes, new markets, and future product expansion. As a Principal Product Manager on Circle's Digital Assets team, you will own the long-term product strategy for Circle's digital asset and capital markets platform, shaping how liquidity, lending, and capital access are delivered globally across Circle's stablecoin ecosystem.
Illinois Tool Works IncDillon Product Manager Illinois Tool Works IncDillon Product ManagerKS$80,800–$121,200 / yearJob Description: Objective of role: The Dillon Product Manager is responsible for providing support and driving development of the Dillon product portfolio, consisting of force measurement equipment including dynamometers, force gauges, and tension meters. Articulate Dillons value proposition and product capabilities to train sales and support teams as appropriate, including collaboration in the development of sales tools and marketing collateral.
Jack Henry & Associates IncGo-To-Market Product Manager Apprentice Jack Henry & Associates IncGo-To-Market Product Manager ApprenticeLenexa, KSSupport documentation efforts across various areas, including digital platform status, product insights and comparisons, and strategic storytellingProvide comprehensive support for documentation initiatives encompassing digital platform performance, in-depth product analysis and comparative evaluations, and the articulation of strategic narratives. In short, your work will directly benefit Jack Henry customers, end users, and internal teams, ultimately accelerating customer adoption and empowering smaller community banks and credit unions to compete with fintech giants.
UMB Financial CorpCommercial Card Product Manager UMB Financial CorpCommercial Card Product ManagerKansas City, MO$83,200–$178,800 / yearAssess clients' and prospects' needs, technology trends, and major competitors in order to synthesize product requirements while utilizing market/client/industry research and analysis to develop and maintain a long-range product roadmap. Work with clients on big picture activities including working with senior project manager on preparing formal or informal plans to meet client goals and reach client target audiences.
Garmin International, Inc.Product Manager (Dive Applications) Garmin International, Inc.Product Manager (Dive Applications)Olathe, KansasDevelop skills to identify/champion the essential features required to make a differentiated and superior product; the Key Requirements in the product concept and discern/reject features and products that are overburdened or are not useful to target customer. Develop voice-of-the-customer skills such as researching and analyzing market requirements and opportunities, aggregating and interpreting customer and competitor trends and meeting with customers to learn about their needs first-hand.
Commerce Bancshares IncProduct Manager - Wealth Management Commerce Bancshares IncProduct Manager - Wealth ManagementKansas City, MO$93,000–$123,500 / yearThis compensation range is for the Product Manager II & Senior - CTC job and contemplates a wide range of factors that are considered in determining most appropriate job level and making compensation decisions, including but not limited to location, skill sets, education, relevant experience and training, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs. For more than a century, Commerce Trust has been a leading provider of wealth management services including financial planning, estate and tax planning, investment management, private banking and trust administration services.
Garmin LtdProduct Manager (Dive Applications) Garmin LtdProduct Manager (Dive Applications)Olathe, KSIn this role, you will be responsible for supporting the definition of new products by providing market research, profitability analysis, voice of customer information and competitive analysis in a team-oriented environment. Overview We are seeking a full-time Product Manager at Garmin's U.S. headquarters in the Greater Kansas City area.
NorthPoint Development LLCProduct Manager NorthPoint Development LLCProduct ManagerKansas City, MOYou'll work closely with teams across the organization to understand their pain points, scope requirements, and deliver practical solutions that drive operational efficiency, support investment decisions, and enable market growth. The Key: you approach problems with an AI-centric mindset, always considering where AI and emerging technologies could create breakthrough improvements, while staying grounded in what actually solves the problem best.
TreviPayPrincipal Product Manager TreviPayPrincipal Product ManagerOverland Park, KSYou'll partner cross-functionally with designers, engineers, and business stakeholders to deliver intuitive, high-impact user experiences, while driving data-informed decisions across the product lifecycle. o Demonstrating strong communication skills: effectively engaging the scrum team in the product discovery process and elucidating the bigger picture to justify design choices.
Synchrony BankNewVP, Product Manager Synchrony BankVP, Product ManagerKansas City, ConnecticutA solid technology and operational background, combined with the ability to work closely with cross functional support teams including within an ART (Agile Release Train), agile teams, UX, CX and various internal business leaders while managing the product delivery, are critical job requirements. This Product Manager should be skilled in the Agile framework, able to lead teams, comfortable with ambiguity, can operate in a fast moving, agile environment, is a team player that collaborates well cross functionally and acts as an owner, proactively taking initiative.
SMGProduct Manager (Data Foundation & Integrations) SMGProduct Manager (Data Foundation & Integrations)Kansas City, MissouriRemoteYou’ll partner across Customer Success, Sales, Operations, and Marketing to make sure the pipelines, connectors, and data models that power Ignite stay trusted, scalable, and aligned to real client and business value. This role is a strong fit for someone who can pair product judgment with technical fluency, work closely with engineering and data partners, and turn complex platform needs into a clear, outcomes-driven plan.
Thermo Fisher ScientificProduct Manager Thermo Fisher ScientificProduct ManagerLenexa, KansasThermo Fisher Scientific recently announced that it has entered into an agreement to sell its microbiology business to Astorg, a leading pan-European private equity firm with deep expertise in healthcare, focused on a select set of subsectors, including pharmaceutical services and technology, medtech and related services, life science tools and diagnostics. Our global team of more than 100,000 colleagues delivers an unrivaled combination of innovative technologies, purchasing convenience and pharmaceutical services through our industry-leading brands, including Thermo Scientific, Applied Biosystems, Invitrogen, Fisher Scientific, Unity Lab Services, Patheon and PPD.
SemiosBio Technologies IncSenior Product Manager SemiosBio Technologies IncSenior Product ManagerKansas City, KSGreenbook and Agworld NA collaborate closely, with Greenbook identifying and shaping product labeling capabilities (including compliance-related data), while the NA PM integrates and operationalizes those capabilities within FMIS workflows, and joint ownership of "compliance" - the intersection of label data, product usage (application workflows), and external reporting requirements. Semios pioneered variable-rate pheromone-based mating disruption in orchards and has since expanded into a comprehensive portfolio covering crop protection, water management, frost control, automation, and a leading farm management information system.
Illinois Tool Works IncGlobal Product Manager Illinois Tool Works IncGlobal Product ManagerKS$80,800–$121,200 / yearThe role drives revenue growth, maintains strong margins where possible through unique/owned designs, mitigates risks from market saturation and direct-from-China competition, and ensures products remain simple, compliant, and low-maintenance to minimize technical support calls. Manage supplier relationships with key Chinese partners (e.g., Easthigh, Charder, CZNewton, Suofei, etc.), including price negotiations, quality improvements, lead time management, new product development, and proactive identification of next-generation suppliers to maintain cost competitiveness and quality.