<p><strong>Kristin Wasson</strong> is looking for an experienced purchasing leader to oversee procurement strategy and strengthen supply continuity for operations near Salem, Oregon. This role is responsible for guiding sourcing decisions, improving cost performance, and building reliable supplier partnerships that support production goals. The ideal candidate brings a strong background in procurement, sound commercial judgment, and the ability to lead teams while managing complex market conditions.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Lead the overall purchasing function, setting strategic direction that supports operational performance, cost control, and dependable material availability.</p><p>• Direct sourcing and procurement activities across key spend categories while overseeing supplier agreements and negotiations.</p><p>• Build and maintain strong vendor partnerships to improve service levels, reduce risk, and create long-term supply chain resilience.</p><p>• Analyze market conditions, commodity trends, and supplier performance to inform buying strategies and protect business continuity.</p><p>• Establish disciplined contract management, purchase order oversight, and procurement controls to ensure accuracy, compliance, and financial accountability.</p><p>• Identify and execute cost-saving initiatives through strategic sourcing, supplier optimization, and process improvement efforts.</p><p>• Lead, mentor, and develop purchasing team members, creating clear expectations and strengthening overall department capability.</p>
<p>We are seeking an experienced Maintenance Manager to oversee equipment maintenance, reliability, and day-to-day maintenance operations within a manufacturing environment. This individual will lead a skilled maintenance team, remain hands-on with technical troubleshooting, and implement programs that improve equipment performance, minimize downtime, and support production goals.</p><p>Key Responsibilities</p><ul><li>Lead, mentor, and develop maintenance technicians, providing hands-on guidance, technical support, and performance feedback.</li><li>Oversee troubleshooting, diagnostics, and repairs of production machinery, mechanical and electrical systems, and facility equipment.</li><li>Develop and manage preventive maintenance programs and schedules to maximize equipment reliability and minimize unplanned downtime.</li><li>Prioritize maintenance activities based on production needs, safety, and equipment performance.</li><li>Conduct root cause analysis and implement corrective actions to prevent recurring equipment failures.</li><li>Support continuous improvement initiatives focused on equipment uptime, operational efficiency, and maintenance best practices.</li><li>Manage maintenance budgets, spare parts inventory, outside contractors, and vendor relationships.</li><li>Collaborate with production and engineering teams on equipment upgrades, modifications, and operational improvements.</li><li>Ensure maintenance activities comply with applicable safety standards and regulatory requirements.</li></ul><p><br></p>
<p>We are looking for an experienced Purchasing Manager to lead purchasing operations for a manufacturing environment in Cincinnati, Ohio. This role focuses on strengthening supplier performance, maintaining efficient procure-to-pay activities, and supporting cost, quality, and delivery objectives. The ideal candidate brings strong commercial judgment, process discipline, and the ability to build productive relationships across internal teams and external suppliers.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Manage daily purchasing activities by overseeing purchase order flow, resolving exceptions, reconciling invoices, and tracking key performance measures tied to procurement operations.</p><p>• Build and maintain effective supplier partnerships to support dependable delivery, appropriate quality standards, and competitive pricing, while escalating urgent supply concerns when needed.</p><p>• Put sourcing strategies and contract terms into practice for assigned categories and provide practical market feedback to improve broader purchasing plans.</p><p>• Lead negotiations with selected suppliers to secure year-over-year cost improvements and support overall savings targets.</p><p>• Oversee the full procure-to-pay cycle, ensuring purchasing transactions move accurately and efficiently from order creation through payment resolution.</p><p>• Work closely with suppliers and internal stakeholders to address shipment delays, product quality concerns, warranty matters, and payment discrepancies.</p><p>• Promote adherence to procurement policies and help standardize purchasing methods to improve consistency, control, and compliance.</p><p>• Maintain accurate purchasing and material master data while using reporting tools, analytics, and established procedures to identify opportunities for continuous improvement.</p><p>If you are interested in this opportunity or other Direct Hire opportunities through Robert Half please call Carolyn Barnett at 513.810.3821 </p>
<p>We are looking for a Purchasing Agent in Middlesex County, NJ. This role is fully onsite. In this role you will be responsible for purchasing activities, inventory management, and more. If you are looking for a new opportunity to utilize your skills and grow professionally, this could be the role for you!</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Manage purchasing transactions and material planning activities to ensure production needs are met on time.</p><p>• Create, review, and maintain purchase orders while ensuring order details, quantities, and delivery timing are accurate.</p><p>• Review production-related data, identify discrepancies, and correct issues that could affect schedules or order fulfillment.</p><p>• Analyze high volumes of operational information under tight timelines while maintaining a strong level of accuracy.</p><p>• Adjust priorities based on real-time production demands, inventory status, and delivery requirements.</p>
We are looking for a Purchasing Specialist to support procurement operations for a food and food processing environment in Waller, Texas. This contract opportunity with potential for a permanent role is ideal for someone who brings strong purchasing experience, stays organized in a fast-paced setting, and communicates clearly with internal teams to keep materials flowing without disruption. The person in this role will help secure ingredients and operational supplies while maintaining accurate purchasing records and supporting day-to-day coordination across the business.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Source and purchase ingredients, consumables, and other business-related supplies needed to support daily operations.<br>• Create, review, and process purchase orders while ensuring accuracy in item details, quantities, pricing, and delivery timelines.<br>• Track order status and proactively communicate shortages, delays, or vendor-related issues to the production team and other stakeholders.<br>• Maintain organized purchasing documentation and update procurement records to support visibility and accuracy across the department.<br>• Work with suppliers to confirm availability, delivery schedules, and order changes as business needs shift.<br>• Support routine purchasing activities using NetSuite and Microsoft Office tools to manage data, reporting, and order information.<br>• Coordinate with internal departments to align purchasing priorities with inventory demands and operational requirements.
<p>We are looking for a detail-oriented Purchasing Specialist to support manufacturing procurement activities in Washougal, Washington. This contract to permanent position will oversee sourcing, vendor coordination, and purchase order management for complex product lines in a fast-paced production environment. The role requires strong judgment in supplier selection, cost analysis, and delivery planning while working closely with operations and finance teams to keep materials flowing efficiently. </p><p> Responsibilities: </p><p>• Develop and maintain productive supplier partnerships, leading negotiations on pricing, lead times, service levels, and overall performance. </p><p>• Manage end-to-end procurement for assigned manufacturing programs, coordinating material needs from individual machined parts through larger assemblies.</p><p> • Prepare requests for quotation, compare supplier proposals, and place accurate purchase orders based on production and project requirements.</p><p> • Evaluate freight options, logistics constraints, and urgent shipping needs to identify practical and cost-effective sourcing decisions. </p><p>• Establish blanket orders and support long-range supplier agreements that improve material availability and contribute to savings initiatives. </p><p>• Track vendor quality, delivery results, certifications, and other purchasing metrics to help drive continuous improvement. </p><p>• Work with department leadership to support goals tied to on-time delivery, purchasing accuracy, quality standards, and supplier performance. </p><p>• Coordinate receiving and shipping documentation, process inventory-related transactions, and help maintain accurate material records. </p><p>• Partner with finance and suppliers to resolve discrepancies involving invoices, purchase orders, and inventory balances.</p><p><br></p>
<p>Job Title & Description:</p><p>Operations Inventory Support Role:</p><p>Temporary Staffing Need:</p><p>Need a temp to support Operations department’s inventory needs. Focusing on getting caught up with current inventory and determining the useful life of equipment/assets.</p><p>Minimum Estimated Time:</p><p>4-6 months</p><p>Summary:</p><p>The Inventory Support Temp will be responsible for facilitating the recording, tracking, accounting, and reporting of the agency's assets inventory.</p><p>DUTIES</p><p>· Count, record, track, and classify assets.</p><p>· Update asset management system for type, quantity, location, and value of capitalized and controlled assets, making appropriate data base changes pursuant to classification criteria and control procedures.</p><p>· Identify and correct discrepancies in coding of assets.</p><p>· Identify assets previously not recorded and barcode non-coded assets.</p><p>· Track and record transfers of assets between organizational units</p><p>· Identify and record records to archive.</p><p>· Assist with records management.</p><p>· Perform other duties as assigned.</p><p>EXPERIENCE/EDUCATION/COMPETENCIES</p><p>· High School or GED, required, some college hours, BA Degree preferred</p><p>· Minimum of Four years' procurement experience with at least one year experience in an environment that adheres to State and Federal procurement guidelines.</p><p>· Minimum of two years of general office/administrative support work experience, preferably in an operations-related field.</p><p>SCHEDULE</p><p>Weekly: 8am – 5pm</p>
Robert Half is partnering with a manufacturing company in Washougal to identify a Purchasing Specialist for a contract-to-permanent opportunity. This role is responsible for managing the procurement lifecycle for assigned product lines, from machining components through full assembly, while supporting high-volume purchasing operations and supplier relationships. <br> Key Responsibilities: <br> Build and maintain strong relationships with existing and prospective vendors, conducting ongoing negotiations to secure the best pricing, lead times, quality, service, reliability, and overall supplier performance. Manage purchasing activities for complex manufacturing and aerospace/defense-related projects, overseeing procurement for product lines containing up to 700 components from project initiation through completion. Analyze supplier quotations, freight costs, logistics requirements, and expedited shipping needs to determine the most cost-effective sourcing strategies. Develop and manage blanket purchase agreements and long-term supplier partnerships to support production requirements and cost-saving initiatives. Prepare and issue RFQs, evaluate supplier responses, and accurately create and maintain purchase orders within the SAP ERP system. Monitor and report on supplier quality, delivery performance, certifications, and key purchasing metrics to support continuous improvement efforts. Collaborate with the Purchasing Manager to achieve departmental KPIs, including quality, on-time delivery, procurement accuracy, cost savings, and supplier performance objectives. Review local and national market trends, purchasing data, and industry conditions to identify sourcing opportunities and mitigate supply chain risks. Coordinate shipping and receiving activities, including creation of shipping documentation, package preparation, inventory receipt processing, and entry of inventory transactions into SAP. Ensure compliance with aerospace and defense industry requirements by obtaining and maintaining vendor certifications, certificates of conformance, and supporting documentation. Partner with the finance team to reconcile purchase orders, invoices, and inventory records, resolving discrepancies directly with suppliers. Operate with a high degree of autonomy while supporting and mentoring less experienced purchasing team members as needed.
<p><strong>Purchasing Assistant- FULL TIME, PERMANENT</strong></p><p><strong>Location:</strong> Norwich, CT- ONSITE, NO EXCEPTIONS</p><p><strong>Benefits</strong>: Medical, Dental, Vision, 401k offered.</p><p><br></p><p>We are seeking a detail-oriented and organized <strong>Purchasing Assistant</strong> to join a growing manufacturing company in Norwich, CT. This individual will support purchasing operations with a focus on sourcing and purchasing MRO products to support daily manufacturing needs.</p><p>The ideal candidate will have at least 2 years of purchasing experience, strong organizational skills, and intermediate-level Microsoft Excel proficiency. Experience working within an ERP system is a plus, but not required.</p><p><br></p><ul><li>Assist with purchasing MRO supplies, materials, and products to support manufacturing operations.</li><li>Prepare and process purchase orders.</li><li>Communicate with vendors and suppliers regarding orders, pricing, and delivery schedules.</li><li>Track orders and follow up on outstanding or delayed shipments.</li><li>Maintain accurate purchasing records and documentation.</li><li>Monitor inventory levels and assist with replenishment as needed.</li><li>Work closely with internal departments to ensure purchasing needs are met.</li><li>Utilize Microsoft Excel to maintain spreadsheets, track orders, and organize purchasing data.</li></ul><p>Qualifications</p><ul><li>Minimum of 2+ years of purchasing experience.</li><li>Experience in a manufacturing environment preferred.</li><li>Intermediate Microsoft Excel skills required.</li><li>ERP system experience is a plus, but not required.</li><li>Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.</li><li>Ability to multitask and manage priorities in a fast-paced environment.</li></ul><p>Please apply today to Daniele.Zavarella@roberthalf(com)</p><p><br></p><p><br></p>
<p><strong>Now Hiring: Purchasing Coordinator – Government</strong></p><p>We are seeking a detail-oriented Purchasing Coordinator to support procurement and purchasing operations within a government environment.</p><p><strong>Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Process purchase orders and requisitions.</li><li>Obtain and review vendor quotes and pricing.</li><li>Coordinate with vendors and internal departments.</li><li>Track orders, deliveries, and outstanding purchases.</li><li>Maintain accurate purchasing records and documentation.</li><li>Ensure purchasing activities follow established policies and procedures.</li><li>Assist with invoice matching and resolving discrepancies.</li></ul><p><br></p>
We are looking for a detail-oriented Purchaser to support production-related purchasing and coordination activities in Norwalk, Connecticut. This role works across operations, inventory, and suppliers to help keep materials available, records accurate, and schedules on track. The ideal candidate brings manufacturing experience, sound judgment, and the ability to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Build and maintain short- and long-range production support schedules, helping align purchasing activity with operational demand.<br>• Follow order status and manufacturing timelines closely, identifying risks to completion dates and escalating concerns when needed.<br>• Keep production and procurement records current by updating reports, logs, and system data with a high degree of accuracy.<br>• Prepare recurring summaries and status updates for leadership, highlighting output trends, material needs, and open issues.<br>• Review inventory levels for raw materials, components, and finished items to help prevent shortages or excess stock.<br>• Partner with warehouse and purchasing contacts to confirm material availability and support timely replenishment.<br>• Monitor consumption patterns and investigate inventory variances, shortages, or discrepancies so corrective action can be taken.<br>• Assist with cycle counts and inventory reconciliation efforts to improve stock accuracy and reporting reliability.<br>• Communicate with internal teams and external partners regarding delays, supply concerns, and follow-up actions from production meetings.
<p>We are looking for an experienced Strategic Sourcing Director to lead procurement strategy and strengthen supplier partnerships. This role will guide sourcing decisions, improve purchasing performance, and support cost-effective, high-quality supply outcomes across the organization. The ideal candidate brings strong commercial judgment, deep knowledge of procurement operations, and the ability to negotiate favorable agreements while aligning with business objectives.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Develop and lead enterprise sourcing strategies that support operational goals, cost control, and supply continuity.</p><p>• Oversee purchasing activities from requisition through order placement, ensuring efficient and compliant buying practices.</p><p>• Direct contract discussions with suppliers to secure competitive pricing, service levels, and favorable commercial terms.</p><p>• Build and maintain productive vendor relationships that encourage accountability, performance improvement, and long-term value.</p><p>• Evaluate procurement workflows and implement improvements that increase efficiency, transparency, and policy adherence.</p><p>• Partner with internal stakeholders to understand demand, prioritize sourcing needs, and align procurement plans with business requirements.</p><p>• Monitor supplier performance, address service or delivery issues, and take corrective action when expectations are not met.</p>
We are looking for a Purchasing Assistant to support daily procurement operations for a Contract position based in Camarillo, California. This role focuses on coordinating material purchases, maintaining accurate order records, and helping ensure goods and services arrive on schedule. The ideal candidate brings a careful, organized approach and is comfortable working with suppliers and internal teams to keep purchasing activities running smoothly.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Coordinate day-to-day procurement tasks by identifying material needs and assisting with sourcing activities.<br>• Prepare, submit, and track purchase orders to support timely fulfillment of business requirements.<br>• Communicate with vendors to confirm pricing, availability, lead times, and delivery updates.<br>• Maintain accurate purchasing documentation, records, and order status information for the department.<br>• Work with internal stakeholders to clarify specifications and support purchasing requests across functions.<br>• Monitor incoming deliveries and help resolve issues related to delays, discrepancies, or incomplete shipments.<br>• Support general purchasing department operations to help maintain efficient procurement workflows.
<p>We are looking for a <strong>Purchasing Assistant</strong> to support procurement operations in Wilmington, Delaware. This long-term contract position is well suited for someone who is organized, service-minded, and comfortable balancing vendor coordination, order processing, and budget-related tasks in an on-site environment. The person in this role will help keep purchasing activities running smoothly while working closely with internal stakeholders and external suppliers.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Responsibilities:</strong></p><p>• Prepare, review, and track purchase orders to ensure materials and services are requested accurately and processed on time.</p><p>• Communicate with vendors to confirm pricing, availability, order status, and delivery details while maintaining strong working relationships.</p><p>• Support daily procurement operations by coordinating purchasing activities and helping departments obtain needed goods and services.</p><p>• Maintain organized purchasing records, documentation, and order histories to support accuracy, compliance, and audit readiness.</p><p>• Assist with budget monitoring by updating spending information and helping reconcile purchasing data against department needs.</p><p>• Respond to internal questions related to orders, suppliers, and purchasing procedures with a customer-focused approach.</p><p>• Work with accounts payable and other internal teams to help resolve invoice, approval, or order discrepancies efficiently.</p><p>• Contribute to process continuity during departmental operational changes by updating records and supporting procurement-related administrative tasks as needed.</p>
We are looking for a detail-oriented Purchasing Assistant to support daily procurement operations for a contract opportunity based in South Burlington, Vermont. This position will help maintain efficient purchasing workflows, coordinate order activity, and ensure materials and information move accurately through the purchasing process. The ideal candidate is organized, responsive, and comfortable working with purchasing documentation in a fast-paced environment.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Support day-to-day procurement tasks by preparing and processing purchasing documents in a timely manner.<br>• Create, review, and track purchase orders to help ensure accurate order placement and follow-through.<br>• Coordinate with internal teams and suppliers to confirm product details, delivery timing, and order status.<br>• Maintain organized purchasing records and update department data to keep information current and accessible.<br>• Assist the purchasing team with routine operational activities that contribute to smooth departmental performance.<br>• Monitor open orders and follow up on outstanding items to help prevent delays or discrepancies.
<p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><p> • Lead and develop a sales team of 3–5 professionals, including Sales Managers and Sales Coordinators</p><p> • Drive growth across Business Transient, Group Sales, and Tour Sales segments</p><p> • Increase hotel revenue, occupancy, and market share through strategic sales initiatives</p><p> • Oversee sales strategy, branding, marketing efforts, and property positioning</p><p> • Partner with executive leadership on guest experience, hotel amenities, valet services, and overall brand presence</p><p> • Build a strong sales culture through coaching, accountability, and team development</p><p><strong>Ideal Background:</strong></p><p> • Proven hotel/hospitality sales leadership experience</p><p> • Successful track record driving group, transient, and tour business</p><p> • Strong executive presence with the ability to influence and lead teams</p><p> • A high-performing Hotel Sales Manager ready for their first Director of Sales opportunity would also be considered</p><p> • Passion for building relationships, developing teams, and growing business</p>
<p>The <strong>Industrial Sales Director</strong> is responsible for leading and growing Nortera’s industrial business across the United States and Canada, with a strong emphasis on <strong>IQF (Individually Quick Frozen) vegetables and frozen vegetable ingredient sales</strong>. Reporting to the General Manager of U.S. Sales, this role owns key industrial customer relationships, develops profitable sales strategies, and drives long-term business growth through effective management of contracts, pricing, and supply agreements. The position requires a deep understanding of frozen vegetable commodity markets, including pricing trends, supply dynamics, crop conditions, and market fluctuations, using that knowledge to make strategic pricing and volume decisions that protect margins while maintaining competitiveness.</p><p><br></p><p>The Director serves as the primary commercial leader for industrial frozen vegetable accounts, partnering with food manufacturers, processors, and ingredient customers that utilize IQF vegetables in their production processes. Responsibilities include negotiating contracts, managing customer volume commitments, identifying growth opportunities through new products and formats, and ensuring successful execution from forecast through delivery. This individual works closely with supply chain, procurement, operations, and finance teams to align customer demand with production capabilities and inventory availability. The role also functions as an internal subject matter expert on frozen vegetable markets, helping guide sourcing decisions, forecasting, margin analysis, and commercial strategy while continuously developing new business opportunities and monitoring industry trends across the frozen food sector.</p><p><br></p><p>Commercial & Market Leadership</p><p>● Develop strong knowledge of commodity markets, pricing trends, and supply dynamics</p><p>● Act as an internal subject matter expert on market conditions, educating Sales, Supply Chain, and Leadership</p><p>● Use market insights to guide pricing decisions and educate internal teams</p><p>● Partner with sourcing and procurement teams to ensure the company is competitive and informed in the market</p><p>● Anticipate market changes and recommend proactive commercial strategies Pricing & Profitability</p><p>● Lead pricing strategy with a clear understanding of cost drivers and margins</p><p>● Ensure pricing is competitive while protecting profitability</p><p>● Support internal teams in understanding true market price vs. internal cost positions Customer & Contract Ownership</p><p>● Manage key industrial customer relationships across the U.S. and Canada</p><p>● Negotiate contracts, manage volumes, and ensure alignment with commitments</p><p>● Identify growth opportunities through new products, formats, or channels Sales Execution</p><p>● Plan budgets, develop proposals, and execute contracts</p><p>● Monitor and manage contract volumes to ensure alignment with commitments</p><p>● Coordinate with operations to meet customer specifications</p><p>● Oversee order execution, ensuring alignment between customer expectations and plant capabilities Cross-Functional Leadership</p><p>● Act as the link between Sales, Supply Chain, Operations, and Finance</p><p><br></p>
We are looking for an experienced IT Purchasing Consultant to support software procurement initiatives for an automotive organization in Northville, Michigan. This contract-to-permanent opportunity is ideal for someone who can balance commercial strategy, vendor management, and policy compliance while partnering with technical and business teams. The role focuses on securing software solutions at strong value, overseeing contract activity, and helping the business make informed purchasing decisions.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Lead the sourcing and acquisition of IT software products to meet business needs within budget and timeline expectations.<br>• Negotiate pricing, terms, and service conditions with software vendors to deliver favorable commercial outcomes.<br>• Oversee software agreements from initial review through renewal, modification, and closeout activities.<br>• Maintain accurate records of license entitlements, contract details, and related procurement documentation.<br>• Partner with IT teams and internal stakeholders to clarify requirements and align purchasing activity with operational priorities.<br>• Monitor purchasing practices to ensure adherence to company standards, regulatory obligations, and industry guidelines.<br>• Develop and sustain productive relationships with suppliers to improve service levels and support long-term value.<br>• Prepare summary reports on spend activity, savings opportunities, contract status, and vendor performance for leadership review.
<p>We are looking for a Purchasing and Customer Service Manager to support daily procurement operations and lead a high-quality customer service experience for an organization in the Fort Atkinson, Wisconsin area. This role combines vendor coordination, purchasing oversight, and customer-facing leadership to help keep materials available, orders moving efficiently, and service standards consistently high. The ideal candidate brings sound judgment, strong communication skills, and the ability to improve workflows across purchasing and customer support functions.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Direct purchasing activities by evaluating supply needs, placing orders, and maintaining appropriate inventory levels to support business operations.</p><p>• Build and manage vendor relationships, including pricing discussions, order follow-up, and service issue resolution to achieve dependable supply performance.</p><p>• Oversee customer service processes to ensure timely responses, accurate information, and careful handling of inquiries, concerns, and order-related requests.</p><p>• Develop and apply procurement practices that promote cost awareness, policy compliance, and efficient purchasing decisions across departments.</p><p>• Review purchasing data and service trends to identify opportunities for process improvement, stronger supplier performance, and better customer outcomes.</p><p>• Coordinate with internal teams to align material availability, delivery timing, and customer commitments with operational priorities.</p><p>• Monitor order status, resolve discrepancies involving shipments or invoices, and ensure records are updated accurately within company systems.</p><p>• Lead, coach, and support staff involved in purchasing and customer service activities while reinforcing accountability and service excellence.</p>
We are looking for a Procurement Manager to lead purchasing operations for a manufacturing site in Aberdeen, North Carolina. This position oversees a team structure that includes approximately 12 employees through team leads, while partnering closely with local plant leadership and a remote senior leader. The ideal candidate brings strong procurement expertise, confidence in a hands-on environment, and the ability to strengthen team performance within a smaller facility of roughly 90 employees.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Direct daily procurement activities for the site, ensuring materials and supplies are sourced efficiently to support production and operational goals.<br>• Lead, coach, and develop a team of approximately 12 employees by providing guidance through team leads and reinforcing accountability across the function.<br>• Build strong working relationships with plant leadership to align purchasing priorities with business needs, inventory demands, and site performance objectives.<br>• Manage the full purchasing cycle, including supplier selection, purchase order oversight, and coordination of buying activities for the facility.<br>• Negotiate supplier agreements and commercial terms to improve cost effectiveness, service levels, and overall procurement value.<br>• Monitor procurement performance and address issues related to delivery, quality, pricing, or vendor responsiveness in a timely manner.<br>• Establish clear expectations for the team’s daily execution, supporting an operation that begins early and requires dependable coordination across shifts.<br>• Drive process consistency and continuous improvement within procurement operations to enhance efficiency and support site growth.
<p>Join a growing organization where you'll play a key role in sourcing, purchasing, supplier management, and contract administration. This position partners closely with operations, project teams, and suppliers to ensure the timely delivery of goods and services while driving value, cost savings, and operational efficiency.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Manage sourcing activities, RFQs, tenders, supplier evaluations, and purchasing processes.</li><li>Build and maintain strong supplier relationships while monitoring performance, delivery, quality, and service levels.</li><li>Negotiate pricing and commercial terms to achieve the best balance of cost, quality, delivery, and risk.</li><li>Coordinate purchasing activities with internal stakeholders to support operational and project requirements.</li><li>Track procurement milestones, supplier commitments, costs, and risks, escalating issues when necessary.</li><li>Analyze spend, supplier performance, and commercial opportunities to identify savings and process improvements.</li><li>Maintain purchasing, supplier, and contract records within the ERP system.</li><li>Support contract administration, renewals, supplier agreements, and performance reviews.</li><li>Resolve purchasing, inventory, delivery, and data discrepancies in collaboration with Finance and Operations.</li><li>Ensure compliance with procurement policies, approval processes, and internal controls.</li></ul><p><br></p>
<p>We are seeking an experienced <strong>Procurement Manager / Designated Representative</strong> to join a growing international organization establishing its U.S. operations in Parsippany, NJ. This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in launching and expanding U.S. operations, with a strong focus on pharmaceutical wholesale distribution, regulatory compliance, procurement, and vendor management.</p><p>The ideal candidate will have a strong background in pharmaceutical wholesale distribution and <strong>must meet New Jersey Department of Health (NJ DOH) qualifications to serve as a Designated Representative (DR).</strong></p><p>Key Responsibilities</p><ul><li>Serve as the company's Designated Representative for NJ pharmaceutical wholesale distribution licensing.</li><li>Lead procurement, sourcing, and vendor management activities.</li><li>Identify, evaluate, and qualify U.S. suppliers and vendors.</li><li>Verify supplier and customer licensing, registrations, and regulatory compliance.</li><li>Develop, implement, and maintain Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).</li><li>Prepare for and serve as the primary point of contact during NJ DOH inspections.</li><li>Ensure compliance with applicable state and federal regulations.</li><li>Coordinate purchasing activities and support international product exports.</li><li>Maintain accurate procurement, supplier, and regulatory documentation.</li><li>Support future warehouse operations, including inventory management, receiving inspections, product storage, and handling procedures.</li><li>Assist in expanding operations across healthcare products, dietary supplements, OTC products, and potentially prescription pharmaceuticals.</li></ul><p><br></p>
We are looking for a Procurement Manager to lead strategic sourcing and purchasing efforts across a broad range of spend categories in Hershey, Pennsylvania. This role is responsible for strengthening supplier performance, improving cost efficiency, and supporting reliable operations through thoughtful procurement leadership. The position also works closely with senior leaders and cross-functional teams to align sourcing strategies with business objectives while advancing scalable procurement processes and reporting capabilities.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Create and execute category plans that balance cost, quality, innovation, supply security, and long-term supplier value across multiple areas of spend.<br>• Direct the full procurement lifecycle, from sourcing strategy through negotiation and contract execution, to improve value and operational effectiveness.<br>• Evaluate market conditions and supplier capabilities to uncover opportunities, anticipate risks, and shape forward-looking sourcing plans.<br>• Develop productive supplier relationships that support service consistency, stronger performance, and ongoing improvement initiatives.<br>• Work closely with Legal to structure supplier agreements, refine purchasing terms, and reduce commercial, financial, and brand exposure.<br>• Lead the design and enhancement of source-to-pay processes, ensuring workflows are efficient, compliant, and ready for scalable adoption.<br>• Act as the functional lead for procurement-related system implementation efforts in partnership with IT and Finance, including governance, approvals, and access structure planning.<br>• Collaborate with department leaders to convert business needs into practical procurement solutions and system requirements aligned with established best practices.<br>• Partner with Finance and senior leadership to build reporting frameworks, interpret spend data, and provide actionable recommendations for decision-making.<br>• Establish performance measures and drive continuous improvement efforts that strengthen procurement operations and support organizational goals.
<p>Robert Half is seeking an experienced Procurement Manager to lead purchasing operations for a industrial organization in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. This role is responsible for shaping sourcing strategies, strengthening vendor partnerships, and ensuring materials, equipment, and services are secured efficiently and cost-effectively. The ideal candidate brings strong leadership, sound commercial judgment, and a deep understanding of procurement practices within industrial construction environments.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Lead the company’s procurement function by directing daily purchasing activity and guiding the team responsible for sourcing materials, equipment, and services.</p><p>• Build and execute sourcing strategies that improve supplier performance, support long-term partnerships, and deliver favorable commercial outcomes.</p><p>• Negotiate pricing, terms, and supply agreements to increase value, reduce costs, and secure dependable vendor support.</p><p>• Review and enhance purchasing workflows to keep processes efficient, compliant, and aligned with business demands and market conditions.</p><p>• Supervise departmental operations to ensure purchase requests, order placement, and supplier coordination are handled accurately and on schedule.</p><p>• Track adherence to procurement policies and established controls while promoting consistent purchasing standards across the organization.</p><p>• Assess vendors using key factors such as cost competitiveness, product quality, service reliability, and overall business fit.</p><p>• Partner with estimating teams to obtain pricing and material information needed to support accurate project bids and proposals.</p>
<p>For consideration, please reach out to <strong>Carma Rorke as</strong> soon as possible, ensure to include your most current resume when you apply. <em><u>Connect with me on LinkedIn</u></em> at Carma Rorke.</p><p> </p><p>If you are currently working with a Robert Half recruiter, please reach out to them.</p><p><br></p><p>Our client is looking for an accomplished Managing Director to guide a public accounting practice. This position will shape operational performance, strengthen client partnerships, and support the continued growth of the firm. The successful candidate will balance strategic leadership with hands-on oversight of tax quality, team development, and business performance in a fast-paced services environment.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Lead the overall operation of the accounting practice, ensuring daily activities run efficiently and align with business goals.</p><p>• Supervise, coach, and support a team of accounting and tax staff to encourage strong performance and career growth.</p><p>• Coordinate staffing priorities, project timelines, and engagement schedules to keep client work on track and meet key deadlines.</p><p>• Oversee the review and approval of tax filings across individual, corporate, partnership, trust, and nonprofit entities.</p><p>• Provide senior-level technical direction on tax matters and help staff resolve complex compliance and planning questions.</p><p>• Maintain high standards for client service by serving as a strategic advisor on tax planning, financial matters, and business decisions.</p><p>• Manage financial aspects of the practice, including budgeting, invoicing, collections, and analysis of engagement profitability.</p><p>• Track operational and financial performance metrics and recommend changes that improve effectiveness, quality, and scalability.</p><p>• Direct process enhancements, software upgrades, and automation efforts that increase productivity and improve the client experience.</p>