<p>We are looking for an experienced Buyer to join our team in Palo Alto, California. In this hybrid contract role, you will play a critical part in managing procurement processes, negotiating contracts, and ensuring compliance with pricing and service standards. This position offers an excellent opportunity to contribute to the standardization and consolidation of products and services within a healthcare environment.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Negotiate and manage contracts for the procurement of medical products, equipment, and related services, ensuring optimal pricing and service levels.</p><p>• Communicate with vendors and departments regarding purchase orders, delivery schedules, and pricing updates, coordinating necessary changes effectively.</p><p>• Maintain and update the purchasing system database, ensuring seamless integration with accounts payable and other systems.</p><p>• Expedite purchase orders to meet timely delivery requirements and resolve conflicts or concerns with vendors and department representatives.</p><p>• Monitor compliance with product standardization and vendor performance, reporting findings to the Purchasing Supervisor or Manager.</p><p>• Generate accurate purchase orders using an automated purchasing system, selecting the appropriate methods for order placement.</p><p>• Process various types of purchase requisitions, verifying authorization and specific requirements as needed.</p><p>• Collaborate with vendors and accounts payable teams to resolve billing issues, credit holds, and discrepancies.</p><p>• Support departmental goals of product standardization and consolidation, ensuring alignment with organizational objectives.</p>
We are looking for an experienced Buyer to join our team in Hayward, California. In this long-term contract position, you will oversee purchasing operations, negotiate contracts, and ensure compliance with vendor agreements and pricing standards. This role offers the opportunity to work closely with vendors and internal departments to streamline procurement processes and support organizational goals.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Manage vendor relationships to ensure timely delivery and accurate pricing of products and services.<br>• Maintain and update purchasing system databases, ensuring smooth integration with other systems and accounts payable.<br>• Address vendor performance issues and report findings to supervisors or managers.<br>• Create and issue purchase orders using automated systems, ensuring accuracy and compliance with organizational protocols.<br>• Process various types of purchase requisitions, verifying necessary approvals and requirements.<br>• Resolve conflicts related to billing, credits, and accounts payable by coordinating with vendors and internal teams.<br>• Support departmental goals by promoting product standardization and consolidation.<br>• Collaborate with department representatives and vendors to address purchasing concerns and resolve issues effectively.<br>• Monitor compliance with contract terms, pricing agreements, and service levels.<br>• Escalate complex vendor or contract concerns to senior team members or management as needed.
<p>We are looking for an experienced Sr. Buyer to join our client's team on a contract basis in Hayward, California. In this role, you will oversee procurement activities, manage supplier relationships, and ensure compliance with contractual agreements. Your expertise in purchasing processes and vendor negotiations will play a key role in supporting organizational goals.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Lead contract negotiations and vendor selection to secure favorable terms for medical products, equipment, and related services.</p><p>• Oversee procurement processes, ensuring efficient purchasing activities and adherence to organizational policies.</p><p>• Conduct market research to identify reliable suppliers and evaluate cost-effective purchasing options.</p><p>• Monitor supplier performance to ensure compliance with pricing agreements and service standards.</p><p>• Collaborate with departments to address purchasing-related concerns and resolve issues promptly.</p><p>• Develop and maintain standardized procurement procedures to streamline purchasing operations.</p><p>• Analyze purchasing data to identify opportunities for cost savings and process improvements.</p><p>• Administer contracts and ensure all documentation aligns with regulatory and organizational requirements.</p><p>• Build strong relationships with vendors to foster long-term partnerships.</p><p>• Ensure compliance with contract terms, including pricing structures and service-level agreements.</p>
<p>We are looking for an experienced Accounting Specialist to join our team in the Newman market. This is a contract to hire position opportunity working full time hours on site.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Handle accurate and timely processing of accounts payable, accounts receivable, and general ledger transactions.</p><p>• Organize and maintain financial records, including annual archiving of documents and files.</p><p>• Verify and reconcile expense reports, ensuring proper documentation from company buyers.</p><p>• Review vendor payments, validate federal ID numbers for reporting, match purchase orders, and resolve discrepancies.</p><p>• Reconcile monthly statements and transactions, ensuring ledger accuracy.</p><p>• Monitor cash flow through online banking platforms, ensuring effective cash management.</p><p>• Prepare checks for accounts payable.</p><p>• Generate and maintain reports for all accounts payable and receivable transactions.</p><p>• Conduct analyses of vendor, customer, and general ledger accounts as needed.</p><p>• Process daily deposits, credit card transactions, and update accounts receivable ledgers.</p><p><br></p><p>For immediate consideration, contact Robert Half at 209-232-1991.</p>
• Timely and accurate filing of A/R, A/P and G/L related paperwork <br>• Maintenance of filed records, folders, and related annual archiving <br>• Receive and verify expense reports; reconcile expense and other financial reports with account balances and other office records; hold company buyers accountable for providing proper purchase documentation <br>• Review and approve payment for vendors, which may include verification of federal ID numbers to determine payee type (1099 reporting), reviewing and matching purchase orders, and resolving discrepancies <br>• Assists with accounting records and ledgers by reconciling monthly statements and transactions <br>• Answer vendor or customer phone inquiries as needed <br>• Navigate online banking platform to monitor and provide proper cash management <br>• Prepare accounts payable checks (Currently two systems: Sage X3 and AgStar) <br>• Print all account payable/receivable reports and maintain all payable/receivable files <br>• Prepare analysis of vendor, customer, and G/L accounts, as required <br>• Prepare and complete daily cash deposits with remote deposit capture <br>• Enter finalized cash receipts and updates accounts receivable ledger by customer <br>• Process daily credit card deposits and/or charges <br>• Research and processes customer and vendor claims/questions regarding invoices <br>• Compile and analyze financial information to prepare entries to G/L accounts, such as periodic payroll entries, recurring charges, and other business transactions <br>• Provide assistance on special projects for Controller, Vice President and President as needed
<p>We are looking for a Procurement Specialist to join our team on a contract, part time basis. Based in San Francisco, California, this role is essential in managing vendor relationships, overseeing procurement processes, and ensuring compliance with organizational policies. The ideal candidate will thrive in a dynamic environment and bring expertise in corporate procurement, contract negotiations, and vendor management.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><ul><li>Serve as the main procurement contact, guiding internal teams on policies, requirements, and vendor-related inquiries. </li><li>Review and route purchase requests to ensure compliance, proper documentation, and alignment with spend‑management goals. </li><li>Manage contract lifecycles, including MSAs, SOWs, renewals, and supported cost‑optimization efforts across categories. </li><li>Coordinate with Legal, Finance, IT, Risk, and other partners to advance vendor intake, contracting, and execution activities. </li><li>Maintain procurement systems and trackers while partnering with Accounts Payable to ensure invoice accuracy and timely vendor payments.</li></ul>
<p>We are looking for a highly organized and detail-oriented Administrative Assistant to join our dynamic team in Foster City, California. In this role, you will play a key part in supporting the organization’s operations by managing administrative tasks, coordinating travel arrangements, and handling sensitive information with discretion. This position requires someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment and can effectively manage competing priorities while maintaining professionalism.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Provide administrative support to organizational leaders, assisting with various tasks and projects.</p><p>• Act as backup for the Office Assistant and provide front desk coverage when needed.</p><p>• Arrange domestic and international travel, including transportation, accommodations, and itineraries, adhering to company travel policies.</p><p>• Manage executive calendars by scheduling meetings and updating schedules regularly.</p><p>• Prepare and submit expense reports promptly in line with company policies.</p><p>• Order, organize, and distribute office supplies and event materials as needed.</p><p>• Handle confidential information with the utmost discretion and integrity.</p><p>• Collaborate with the Operations team to enhance workflows and support organizational goals.</p><p>• Participate in planning events and activities that promote a positive company culture.</p>
<p>We are looking for a skilled Sourcing Analyst to join our team in San Francisco, California. As a key contributor, you will collaborate across departments to optimize vendor relationships, negotiate contracts, and enhance procurement strategies. This is a Long-term Contract position offering the opportunity to shape the future of procurement within a dynamic and evolving industry.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Develop and refine strategic sourcing practices to maximize efficiency and value.</p><p>• Negotiate contracts with suppliers, ensuring favorable terms and compliance with organizational policies.</p><p>• Manage contract review processes, coordinating with legal and other stakeholders to ensure timely execution.</p><p>• Lead supplier rationalization initiatives to improve vendor performance and reduce costs.</p><p>• Establish and oversee vendor life-cycle strategies, including onboarding, performance management, and offboarding.</p><p>• Conduct financial analysis and create dashboards to support data-driven decision-making in procurement.</p><p>• Identify and mitigate risks associated with key vendors while monitoring supplier compliance.</p><p>• Provide training to stakeholders to promote procurement best practices and policy adherence.</p><p>• Resolve supplier performance issues promptly to maintain quality and consistency.</p><p>• Support various ad hoc projects to enhance procurement processes and systems.</p>
<p>Operations Associate (Administrative Assistant)</p><p><br></p><p>• Excellent Administrative Assistant ready to support Tax team! Will teach everything needed</p><p>• Assemble copies of Tax returns, assists with IRS notices.</p><p>• Provides input on evaluating and enhancing tax procedures.</p><p>• Prepare extensions for filing.</p><p>• Tax return preparation assistance</p><p>• Manage tax team deadlines and open projects (updating and tracking of e-Filing and e-work paper control log).</p><p>• Manage client document process.</p><p>• Scan tax returns and uploads to CCH Document and SurePrep.</p><p>• Prepare materials for presentation for prospect/client meeting (folders, proposals, etc).</p><p>• Manage client/entities organizational charts.</p><p>• Maintains PTIN and CAF numbers.</p><p>• Orders annual tax guides.</p><p>• General support for Tax and Audit teams (calendar, travel, expense reports, time and attendance, client billing and special projects).</p><p>• Client Interaction (sign documents and notarize, which may require travel to client home/office).</p><p>• Maintain compliance logs (Officer/Manager designation for respective clients).</p><p>• Travel arrangement as requested.</p><p><br></p><p>Qualifications</p><p>• Bachelor’s degree.</p><p>• Proficiency in word, excel, power point and outlook.</p><p>• Strong organizational, time management and customer service skills.</p><p>• Detail-oriented.</p><p>• Demonstrate analytical and problem-solving abilities.</p><p>• Ability to demonstrate a high level of professionalism.</p><p>• Ability to multi-task and work in a fast paced environment with tight deadlines.</p><p>• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.</p><p>• Ability to meet deadlines and manage time effectively.</p><p>• Notary not required, but preferred.</p><p><br></p><p>Full-time on-site.</p>
<p>A Brief Overview:</p><p>The hybrid Contract Administrator role in Palo Alto, CA is responsible for managing requests for new contracts and amendments to existing agreements, ensuring compliance with internal policies and regulatory requirements. This role provides approved contract templates and language to stakeholders; coordinates required legal and business revisions and oversees execution through full signature. The Contract Administrator also maintains the master contract database and facilitates timely contract renewals or terminations prior to expiration.</p><p><br></p><p> What you will do:</p><ul><li>Responds to contract-related inquiries and supports stakeholders throughout the contracting process in a timely manner.</li><li>Ensures compliance with internal policies, standard operating procedures, and applicable state and federal regulations.</li><li>Receives and processes requests for new contracts and amendments, securing approvals from internal leadership.</li><li>Partners with internal leaders and staff to populate approved contract templates.</li><li>Coordinates legal review and approval of contracts prior to execution.</li><li>Manages contract signature workflows and ensures full execution.</li><li>Actively oversees a large volume of contracts, ensuring expiration notices are identified and addressed at least 90 days prior to contract end dates.</li><li>Organizes and documents contract activity using electronic contract logs, filing systems, and contract management databases.</li><li>Updates and maintains the electronic contract management database.</li><li>Generates and analyzes contract reports using Microsoft Excel.</li><li>Identifies opportunities to streamline contract operations and implements process improvements.</li><li>Performs additional duties as assigned.</li></ul><p><br></p><p><br></p><p> </p>
<p>We’re partnering with a late-stage biotechnology company preparing to go commercial to identify a Contracts Coordinator to support its Commercial organization on a 6-month contract engagement during a period of high contract volume. This role is administrative in nature and focused on contract intake, tracking, documentation, and coordination across internal stakeholders. This is a hybrid position, requiring candidates to report onsite one day per week (Tuesdays) in Brisbane, CA for team alignment and collaboration. </p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Coordinate commercial contracts from intake through execution and archiving, ensuring accurate routing and timely progression</li><li>Serve as the primary point of contact for internal contract intake, tracking, and status updates</li><li>Act as the “air traffic controller” for contract workflows, ensuring smooth handoffs between Commercial, Legal, and other internal teams</li><li>Maintain contract records, templates, and documentation within contract management systems and shared drives</li><li>Route contracts for review, approval, and signature in partnership with Legal and Commercial stakeholders</li><li>Track contract milestones, renewal dates, expirations, and amendments</li><li>Identify and flag administrative issues (e.g., incorrect headings, missing information) to keep processes moving</li><li>Support reporting, audits, and ongoing process improvements related to contracts administration</li><li>Provide general administrative and coordination support as needed in a collaborative, roll-up-your-sleeves environment</li></ul><p><br></p>
