<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>We are looking for a detail-oriented Supply Chain Analyst to join our team on a hybrid schedule in Vallejo, California. In this Contract to permanent position, you will play a key role in inventory planning, procurement, and forecasting to ensure seamless operations and optimal stock levels. This is an excellent opportunity to contribute to a growing company within the wholesale distribution industry while working collaboratively across departments. </p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Develop and maintain inventory forecasts and procurement plans to meet stock targets and enhance customer satisfaction.</p><p>• Update forecasting tools with accurate parameters, including lead times, service levels, and inventory targets.</p><p>• Analyze historical data to recommend adjustments to inventory levels and reorder points based on supplier-specific factors.</p><p>• Partner with Brand Management to align inventory strategies with sales incentives, market trends, and brand objectives.</p><p>• Coordinate with Logistics and Operations teams to optimize inventory movement and reduce costs.</p><p>• Provide data insights to support the development and execution of brand strategies.</p><p>• Execute special projects and assignments as needed to support supply chain objectives.</p>
<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>Robert Half is seeking a Buyer in the Palo Alto area for a local healthcare organization for a contract role!</p><p><br></p><p>The Buyer is responsible for placing, managing, and expediting purchase orders to support operational needs. This role interacts closely with vendors and internal departments to address purchasing issues, ensure contract compliance, and maintain accurate purchasing data. The Buyer also plays a key role in supporting organizational initiatives around product standardization and cost-efficient sourcing. Responsibilities include maintaining the purchasing system database, ensuring timely delivery of goods, and coordinating with accounts payable to resolve billing or credit issues.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Vendor & Department Coordination</strong></p><ul><li>Communicate product delivery timelines, pricing information, and order status to vendors and internal departments; coordinate all changes to purchase orders with vendors.</li><li>Meet with vendors and department representatives to resolve concerns, clarify requirements, and maintain positive working relationships.</li><li>Proactively expedite purchase orders to ensure timely delivery of products and services.</li></ul><p><strong>Purchasing System Management</strong></p><ul><li>Maintain the purchasing system database and ensure accurate interface with related systems, including accounts payable.</li><li>Compose and place purchase orders using the automated purchasing system, ensuring accuracy and selecting the appropriate purchasing method.</li><li>Process various types of purchase requisitions—including electronic and department-specific forms—while verifying signature authority and required information.</li></ul><p><strong>Compliance & Standardization</strong></p><ul><li>Monitor contract compliance, including pricing and service levels, and report findings to the Purchasing Supervisor or Purchasing Manager.</li><li>Track vendor performance and document results to support sourcing improvements and standardization efforts.</li><li>Contribute to departmental initiatives focused on product standardization and procurement consolidation across the organization.</li></ul><p><strong>Issue Resolution</strong></p><ul><li>Track and evaluate credit issues, accounts payable discrepancies, and vendor billing concerns; collaborate with vendors and accounts payable to resolve holds or credit adjustments.</li><li>Escalate vendor or contract-related concerns to Senior Buyers, the Purchasing Supervisor, or the Purchasing Manager when necessary.</li><li>Ensure timely and accurate resolution of purchasing, billing, and delivery issues impacting operations.</li></ul>
<p>We are looking for a dedicated Buyer to join our client's healthcare team in Palo Alto, CA. You will be responsible for placing, expediting, and managing purchase orders while ensuring accurate processing, vendor coordination, and contract compliance. This role offers an opportunity to work collaboratively within a team environment and contribute to the smooth operation of healthcare services.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>What You Will Do:</strong></p><ul><li>Interact with vendors and internal departments regarding purchase orders to communicate product availability, delivery timelines, and pricing information</li><li>Coordinate and manage changes to purchase orders in collaboration with vendors</li><li>Proactively expedite purchase orders to ensure timely delivery and operational continuity</li><li>Maintain the purchasing system database and perform system interfaces with accounts payable and other internal systems</li><li>Meet with vendors and department representatives to resolve conflicts, concerns, and service issues</li><li>Monitor compliance with product standardization initiatives and vendor performance expectations</li><li>Report performance findings and compliance issues to the Purchasing Supervisor/Manager</li><li>Compose and place purchase orders using the automated purchasing system, ensuring accuracy and proper order methods</li><li>Process purchase requisitions, including electronic requisitions, department-specific custom requisitions, and general-purpose requisitions</li><li>Verify appropriate signature authority and department-specific requirements prior to order placement</li><li>Track and evaluate credits, billing discrepancies, and accounts payable issues</li><li>Work directly with vendors and accounts payable to resolve credit holds and billing concerns</li><li>Escalate vendor, contract, and compliance issues to Senior Buyers, Purchasing Supervisor, or Purchasing Manager as needed</li><li>Support departmental goals related to product standardization and consolidation</li></ul><p><br></p>
<p>We are looking for an experienced Purchaser to join our client in Hayward, California. This contract-to-permanent position offers an exciting opportunity to take ownership of the procurement process, ensuring timely delivery of materials and maintaining accurate records. As a key player in our construction operations, you will collaborate with vendors, field teams, and internal stakeholders to support project success and uphold compliance standards.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p><br></p><p>• Oversee the entire procurement lifecycle, including sourcing, pricing, issuing purchase orders, and managing deliveries.</p><p>• Analyze vendor quotes to ensure competitive pricing and track expiration dates for contracts and agreements.</p><p>• Coordinate specialized material orders such as metal deck and fireproofing, including production schedules and delivery logistics.</p><p>• Resolve issues related to pricing discrepancies, material shortages, or delivery challenges through effective communication and problem-solving.</p><p>• Maintain accurate shipping and receiving records, ensuring compliance with company and industry standards.</p><p>• Support invoicing processes, ensuring all documentation aligns with organizational workflows.</p><p>• Collaborate with field teams to ensure materials arrive on time and meet project requirements.</p><p>• Assist with compliance documentation and reporting as needed.</p><p>• Engage in cost management practices to control expenses and support project budgets.</p><p>• Foster strong relationships with vendors and suppliers to ensure reliable partnerships.</p><p><br></p><p>Please reach out to John Miller for immediate consideration. </p>
<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’re partnering with a late-stage biotechnology company to identify a Contracts Coordinator to support its Commercial organization on a 6-month contract engagement. This role is administrative in nature and focused on contract intake, tracking, documentation, and coordination across internal stakeholders.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Coordinate commercial contracts from initiation through execution and archiving</li><li>Serve as the primary point of contact for contract intake, tracking, and status updates</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 teams</li><li>Track key contract milestones, renewal dates, and expirations</li><li>Support amendments, renewals, and extensions for standard commercial agreements</li><li>Assist with reporting, audits, and process improvement initiatives related to contracts administration</li></ul><p><br></p>
<p>We are seeking a detail-oriented Contracts Manager with 3–5 years of experience to serve as the first point of contact for all contracts within a dynamic and technology-driven environment. This full-time, in-office role requires expertise in triaging, reviewing, and managing a wide variety of commercial, marketing, ecommerce, customer, and vendor contracts. Familiarity with Ironclad or similar contract lifecycle management tools is required.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><p><br></p><ul><li>Serve as the first point of contact for all contracts, ensuring prompt intake and initial assessment.</li><li>Use Ironclad to review, triage, and process commercial agreements.</li><li>Redline and finalize straightforward contracts; escalate complex agreements to privacy attorneys, outside counsel, or other relevant parties.</li><li>Manage a diverse contract portfolio, including commercial, customer, vendor, ecommerce, and marketing/advertising agreements.</li><li>Collaborate closely with legal, business, and technology teams to ensure contracts are executed efficiently and in compliance with company policies.</li><li>Maintain accurate contract records and track workflow progress via Ironclad.</li><li>Advise stakeholders on contract processes and risk considerations.</li></ul>
<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>
<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>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>We’re partnering with a nationally recognized public higher education system to identify a Senior Procurement Contracts Manager to support complex, systemwide procurement activity. This role sits within Procurement Services (not Legal) and is well-suited for a contracts professional who enjoys working at the intersection of business, risk, and compliance. You’ll play a key role in negotiating and managing a high volume of agreements while serving as a strategic partner to procurement leaders, campuses, and suppliers. Collaboration with the Office of General Counsel will be ongoing for escalated or higher-risk matters.</p><p><br></p><p>This position is fully remote (U.S.), and work hours will be in PST.</p><p><br></p><p><strong><u>Responsibilities </u></strong></p><ul><li>Manage end-to-end review and negotiation of procurement contracts, amendments, and statements of work</li><li>Conduct detailed contract redlines, evaluating commercial, financial, operational, and compliance considerations</li><li>Independently negotiate core business terms, including pricing, payment structures, indemnification, liability, insurance, data security, IP, and termination provisions</li><li>Maintain an active portfolio of agreements, including frequent renewals and new contracts generated through competitive sourcing</li><li>Partner cross-functionally with Legal, Risk, Compliance, and Procurement stakeholders</li><li>Serve as a contracts subject matter expert for category managers and campus partners</li><li>Ensure agreements align with institutional policies, systemwide standards, and public-sector requirements</li><li>Maintain and refine contract templates, negotiation playbooks, and fallback positions</li><li>Track contract metrics and recommend process and efficiency improvements</li><li>Support audits, records requests, and contract lifecycle management (CLM) initiatives</li></ul>
