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- Bloomington, MN
- onsite
- Temporary / Contract
- 40 - 55 USD / Hourly
- <p>We are looking for a Procurement Excellence Contractor to join a long-term contract engagement supporting procurement improvement efforts within the energy and natural resources sector for our client in Bloomington, Minnesota. This role will focus on evaluating existing procurement activities, strengthening oversight practices, and introducing practical enhancements to workflows, controls, reporting, and supporting tools. The position partners closely with teams across procurement, finance, legal, IT, development, construction, and operations to improve consistency, reduce risk, and enable more effective decision-making.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Evaluate end-to-end procurement activities to understand how requests, sourcing, contracting, purchase orders, supplier onboarding, and performance tracking are currently managed.</p><p>• Facilitate cross-functional discussions to uncover inefficiencies, control weaknesses, duplicated effort, and breakdowns in ownership across the procurement lifecycle.</p><p>• Design improved procedures and supporting documentation, including process maps, role definitions, service expectations, checklists, and standardized templates.</p><p>• Maintain and prioritize an improvement roadmap by tracking action items, dependencies, open issues, and progress updates for procurement leadership.</p><p>• Examine governance practices such as approval workflows, delegated authority, sourcing documentation, and purchasing controls, then recommend practical updates to strengthen compliance.</p><p>• Develop and manage procurement guidance materials, playbooks, training content, and controlled templates with clear version ownership and review schedules.</p><p>• Partner with system stakeholders to enhance workflow automation, improve NetSuite-related data quality, and support more reliable reporting capabilities.</p><p>• Increase visibility into supplier risk and procurement performance by helping establish useful metrics, savings tracking, and consistent reporting outputs.</p>
- 2026-11-13T00:00:00Z
- Miami, FL
- onsite
- Temporary / Contract
- 0 - 0 USD / Yearly
- <p>Robert Half is seeking a Travel & Accommodations Specialist to provide high-level customer service and assist guests with hotel, resort, transportation, and travel-related needs. This role is ideal for someone who is highly organized, customer-focused, and comfortable working in a fast-paced environment while managing multiple reservations and logistics at once.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Serve as a primary point of contact for guests and provide information regarding accommodations, amenities, transportation, activities, and events.</li><li>Answer incoming calls and assist with reservations, confirmations, special requests, and general inquiries.</li><li>Provide professional customer service and respond to guest concerns in a timely and courteous manner.</li><li>Assist with upselling accommodations, amenities, and services when appropriate.</li><li>Coordinate airline, ferry, and ground transportation reservations.</li><li>Manage transportation calendars and assign pick-up and transfer requests to drivers.</li><li>Coordinate with third-party transportation providers when needed.</li><li>Communicate with internal teams regarding guest arrivals, departures, travel changes, and logistics.</li><li>Support travel arrangements for guests, executives, employees, contractors, and other approved travelers.</li><li>Prepare and distribute reservation confirmations, arrival reports, and event-related reports.</li><li>Update reservation systems and maintain accurate guest and travel information.</li><li>Work closely with multiple departments to ensure a smooth guest experience.</li><li>Perform additional duties and administrative support as needed.</li></ul>
- 2026-11-14T00:00:00Z
- Grand Rapids, MI
- onsite
- Permanent / Full Time
- 115000 - 140000 USD / Yearly
- <p>Position Summary</p><p>We are seeking an experienced <strong>Senior Sourcing Manager</strong> to lead strategic sourcing initiatives for a growing food distribution organization. This leadership role is responsible for managing a team of two Sourcing Managers while driving category strategy, supplier partnerships, spend governance, vendor performance, and procurement excellence across assigned portfolios.</p><p>The Senior Sourcing Manager serves as the primary relationship owner for key suppliers and is responsible for developing and executing category strategies that enhance revenue growth, profitability, assortment effectiveness, supply continuity, and overall business performance. This role collaborates closely with Sales, Marketing, Finance, Purchasing, Operations, and Executive Leadership to ensure sourcing decisions support organizational goals and customer needs.</p><p>Key Responsibilities</p><p>Strategic Sourcing & Category Management</p><ul><li>Develop and execute comprehensive category strategies that support business growth, margin improvement, and long-term supply chain stability.</li><li>Manage assigned product portfolios, including oversight and strategic direction of the company's Top 5 Exclusive Brands.</li><li>Identify sourcing opportunities that optimize cost, quality, service levels, and supplier diversification.</li><li>Evaluate market trends, commodity impacts, supplier capabilities, and competitive dynamics to inform sourcing decisions.</li><li>Drive assortment productivity initiatives and recommend category enhancements based on customer demand and business objectives.</li></ul><p>Supplier Relationship Management</p><ul><li>Serve as the primary point of contact for strategic supplier partners.</li><li>Lead contract negotiations involving pricing, rebates, promotional funding, payment terms, product innovation, and service-level expectations.</li><li>Establish and maintain executive-level supplier relationships to strengthen strategic partnerships.</li><li>Conduct structured business reviews with key suppliers and develop corrective action plans when performance expectations are not met.</li><li>Ensure suppliers align with company standards regarding quality, food safety, service, and compliance.</li></ul><p>Financial & Spend Management</p><ul><li>Own spend governance and sourcing performance across assigned categories.</li><li>Drive cost savings, margin improvement, and supplier investment opportunities.</li><li>Monitor supplier agreements, pricing structures, rebates, and incentives to maximize value creation.</li><li>Partner with Finance to support budgeting, forecasting, profitability analysis, and sourcing performance reporting.</li><li>Analyze spend data and market intelligence to identify opportunities and mitigate risk.</li></ul><p>Leadership & Team Development</p><ul><li>Lead, mentor, and develop a team of two Sourcing Managers.</li><li>Establish clear performance expectations, goals, and professional development plans.</li><li>Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, continuous improvement, and strategic thinking.</li><li>Support succession planning and talent development initiatives within the sourcing function.</li></ul><p><br></p>
- 2026-10-29T00:00:00Z
- Minneapolis, MN
- onsite
- Permanent / Full Time
- 130000 - 180000 USD / Yearly
- We are looking for a Senior Sourcing Manager to lead strategic chemical sourcing efforts that support pilot production and high-volume manufacturing. This position partners closely with engineering and operations teams to secure dependable, cost-efficient, and scalable supply solutions across a global supplier network. The role requires strong market insight, supplier relationship leadership, and the ability to strengthen procurement practices as the organization grows.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Build and execute global sourcing plans for chemical categories and essential raw materials that support manufacturing needs.<br>• Research supplier markets, pricing movements, and capacity trends to guide sourcing decisions and reduce supply risk.<br>• Collaborate with engineering and operations teams to identify suitable suppliers and align sourcing choices with technical and production requirements.<br>• Lead supplier evaluation, onboarding, and assessment activities to create a dependable and flexible supply base.<br>• Negotiate commercial terms, long-term pricing frameworks, and supply agreements with strategic vendors.<br>• Monitor supplier performance, address escalations, and drive corrective actions that improve quality, service, and reliability.<br>• Develop sourcing roadmaps that strengthen continuity of supply for critical materials used in pilot and production environments.<br>• Maintain accurate procurement data and improve sourcing tools, reporting methods, and operational processes to support planning and audits.<br>• Identify cost-saving opportunities and implement supply chain improvements that enhance efficiency and scalability.
- 2026-10-20T00:00:00Z
- Lakewood, NJ
- onsite
- Temporary / Contract
- 22 - 26 USD / Hourly
- <p>We are looking for a detail-oriented Buyer to support materials planning and purchasing activities for a manufacturing company in Ocean County, New Jersey. This Long-term Contract position focuses on keeping material supply aligned with production needs, improving continuity across the supply chain, and helping maintain product quality standards. The role works closely with internal teams and suppliers to anticipate demand, address shortages, and support efficient planning throughout the product lifecycle.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Coordinate purchasing activities to secure materials needed for production and maintain reliable supply coverage.</p><p>• Monitor stock levels and usage patterns to keep inventory balanced while supporting schedule attainment.</p><p>• Review demand signals, material requirements, and production plans to help ensure timely availability of components.</p><p>• Work with suppliers on order status, delivery timing, and performance issues to reduce disruptions and improve service.</p><p>• Assist with supplier agreements and purchasing terms in alignment with company guidelines for cost, quality, and delivery expectations.</p><p>• Identify supply chain concerns, market developments, and vendor-related risks, then communicate findings and recommendations to leadership.</p><p>• Partner with production, quality, and engineering teams to confirm material specifications and support operational readiness.</p><p>• Contribute to planning activities across pre-production, launch, and ongoing manufacturing to support smooth material flow through the product lifecycle.</p><p>• Follow established company procedures and standards while supporting continuous improvement in planning and procurement processes.</p>
- 2026-11-13T00:00:00Z
- New Brighton, MN
- onsite
- Permanent / Full Time
- 70000 - 90000 USD / Yearly
- <p>Robert Half is partnering with a growing distribution organization to identify a Buyer who will play a critical role in managing inventory, replenishment, and demand planning across a multi-location distribution network. This position is responsible for ensuring the right products are available at the right time while maintaining optimal inventory levels, maximizing service levels, and supporting efficient supply chain operations. This role offers the opportunity to make a direct impact on operational performance, customer satisfaction, and overall supply chain efficiency across a large regional network.</p><p> </p><p>The ideal candidate will bring a strong background in purchasing, multi-site inventory management, and demand forecasting within a distribution environment. Working closely with vendors, branch locations, and internal purchasing teams, this individual will oversee inventory replenishment, coordinate inter-branch transfers, monitor vendor performance, enforce inventory controls, and develop strategies to improve inventory turns and reduce carrying costs.</p><p> </p><p>Success in this position requires exceptional analytical skills, advanced Excel capabilities, experience with distribution ERP systems, and a deep understanding of inventory planning concepts such as safety stock, reorder points, lead-time variability, and inventory turnover.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Direct purchasing and replenishment activities by reviewing demand patterns, lead times, and branch-specific sales trends to maintain reliable product availability.</p><p>• Develop inventory forecasts and place purchase orders that align with seasonal demand, regional requirements, and targeted stock levels across multiple facilities.</p><p>• Coordinate product movement between branches to rebalance inventory, reduce excess holdings, and improve service levels throughout the network.</p><p>• Implement and monitor consistent cycle count and physical inventory practices across all locations, investigating discrepancies and identifying the root causes of variances.</p><p>• Manage rotation controls for shelf-sensitive materials by tracking batch information, monitoring expiration timelines, and enforcing first-in, first-out handling procedures.</p><p>• Evaluate supplier performance using delivery reliability, fill rate, and compliance measures, and work with vendors to improve purchasing outcomes.</p><p>• Support freight efficiency by consolidating inbound shipments where appropriate and selecting cost-effective transportation approaches for multi-branch deliveries.</p><p>• Maintain accurate inventory records, reporting, and purchasing data within the company’s distribution systems and Excel-based analytical tools.</p>
- 2026-11-12T00:00:00Z
- Bethel, VT
- onsite
- Temporary to Hire
- 24.2 - 27.4 USD / Hourly
- We are looking for a detail-oriented Buyer to support purchasing and inventory operations for a plastics manufacturing environment in Bethel, Vermont. This contract opportunity with permanent potential is ideal for someone who can balance supplier coordination, material planning, and accurate data management while helping production stay on schedule. The person in this role will work closely with internal teams and external vendors to maintain material availability, monitor stock levels, and support efficient day-to-day supply chain activities.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Manage purchasing activities for raw materials, supplies, and production-related items to help maintain consistent operational flow.<br>• Track inventory levels through routine reviews and update records accurately to support planning and replenishment decisions.<br>• Coordinate with vendors on order status, delivery timing, and material availability to reduce shortages and delays.<br>• Enter and maintain purchasing and inventory data within company systems with a high level of accuracy and organization.<br>• Support weekly inventory checks and assist in resolving discrepancies between physical counts and system records.<br>• Partner with warehouse and production teams to ensure materials are available when needed for scheduled manufacturing work.<br>• Monitor supply usage patterns and recommend reorder timing to maintain appropriate stock levels without overbuying.<br>• Assist with broader materials coordination and supply chain support tasks as business needs evolve.
- 2026-10-22T00:00:00Z
- Manchester, NH
- onsite
- Temporary / Contract
- 25.7 - 31.6 USD / Hourly
- We are looking for a detail-oriented Buyer to support purchasing operations for a Long-term Contract position in Manchester, New Hampshire. This role focuses on coordinating material orders, maintaining accurate supplier information, and helping ensure production needs are met without interruption. The ideal candidate will bring strong organizational skills, sound judgment in purchasing activities, and the ability to work effectively with vendors and internal teams.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Create, review, and track purchase orders to ensure materials are ordered accurately and delivered on time.<br>• Coordinate the procurement of raw materials and other purchased items needed to support daily plant operations.<br>• Maintain organized and up-to-date vendor records, including pricing, contact details, and purchasing documentation.<br>• Communicate with suppliers to confirm order status, resolve discrepancies, and support dependable vendor relationships.<br>• Monitor material availability and follow up on open orders to help prevent production delays or operational downtime.<br>• Provide administrative support to the purchasing function by preparing records, updating systems, and assisting with routine department activities.
- 2026-10-22T00:00:00Z
- Alpharetta, GA
- onsite
- Temporary to Hire
- 34 - 42 USD / Hourly
- We are looking for a Buyer to support procurement activities that keep manufacturing and customer commitments on track. This contract opportunity is ideal for someone who can balance supplier coordination, purchasing execution, and material availability in a fast-moving environment. The role focuses on securing parts, equipment, and services, strengthening supplier performance, and partnering across teams to reduce risk and maintain continuity of supply.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Review demand signals, planning data, and related inputs to verify purchasing needs and issue accurate requisitions and purchase orders for materials, equipment, and services.<br>• Build productive supplier partnerships by overseeing daily communication, reinforcing agreed pricing and commercial terms, and addressing issues that affect service or cost.<br>• Track supplier delivery results and take proactive steps to expedite critical items, improve reliability, and support both manufacturing schedules and customer commitments.<br>• Assess project updates and exception reports to identify potential shortages, communicate risks to stakeholders, and coordinate recovery actions with vendors and internal teams.<br>• Contribute to supplier evaluation efforts by examining performance trends, supporting corrective actions, and helping drive continuous improvement across the supply base.<br>• Work with cross-functional partners on cost-reduction initiatives and assist with the rollout of new suppliers, components, and purchasing-related processes.<br>• Manage engineering change activity for purchased items to help ensure material alignment, timely communication, and minimal disruption to operations.<br>• Partner with Accounts Payable to confirm required documentation is complete, invoices are approved appropriately, and supplier payments are released according to established terms and authority levels.
- 2026-11-13T00:00:00Z
- Brooklyn Park, MN
- onsite
- Temporary / Contract
- 30 - 35 USD / Hourly
- <p>We are looking for a Buyer to support planning and procurement operations in Brooklyn Park, Minnesota. This Long-term Contract position focuses on balancing material availability, inventory performance, and supplier coordination to keep operations running smoothly. The role uses forecasting data, planning systems, and cross-functional collaboration to improve service levels, address supply risk, and support efficient business growth.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Build and refine demand plans by analyzing historical usage, business trends, customer signals, and available forecasting insights.</p><p>• Partner with sales, service, product, manufacturing, and other internal teams to align supply plans with changing demand requirements.</p><p>• Maintain material readiness for production and customer commitments by reviewing shortages, escalating constraints, and driving timely resolution plans.</p><p>• Execute purchasing activities for assigned materials and suppliers, including order placement, replenishment actions, and schedule coordination.</p><p>• Track supplier performance across delivery, lead time, capacity, and risk indicators, and support improvement efforts through structured follow-up.</p><p>• Manage inventory settings such as safety stock, reorder points, and planning parameters to balance service expectations with working capital goals.</p><p>• Review excess, aging, and slow-moving inventory and recommend actions that reduce waste and improve inventory health.</p><p>• Create and maintain dashboards, key performance measures, and automated reporting that strengthen planning visibility and decision-making.</p><p>• Keep material, supplier, and procurement records accurate in SAP and related systems while supporting engineering changes and lifecycle updates.</p><p>• Contribute to risk mitigation and continuity planning by identifying vulnerable supply areas, supporting alternate sourcing strategies, and helping prepare recovery actions for critical materials.</p>
- 2026-11-13T00:00:00Z
- Houston, TX
- onsite
- Permanent / Full Time
- 85000 - 100000 USD / Yearly
- <p>We are looking for an experienced Buyer / Purchasing Agent for complex industrial, engineered-to-order projects in Houston, Texas. This position will source and acquire materials, equipment, subcontracted services, and logistics while working closely with engineering, manufacturing, quality, operations, and project teams. The Buyer / Purchasing Agent helps maintain efficient, compliant purchasing processes across the organization.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities for the Buyer / Purchasing Agent</p><p>• Procurement activities for industrial projects by sourcing bulk materials, engineered equipment, instrumentation, subcontract services, shop services, and transportation support.</p><p>• Create, administer, and monitor purchase orders and blanket agreements to ensure accurate ordering, cost control, and timely delivery.</p><p>• Review drawings, specifications, and technical packages to confirm purchasing requirements and align orders with project needs.</p><p>• Gather supplier quotations, compare commercial proposals, coordinate technical reviews, and award business based on quality, schedule, and value.</p><p>• Work with vendors and internal stakeholders to address delivery delays, quality concerns, and material issues that could affect production or project execution.</p><p>• Support estimating and proposal efforts by providing current pricing, supplier lead times, and market availability information during bid development.</p><p>• Experience working with Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business Central</p><p>• Maintain supplier records, handle some vendor onboarding and status changes, track required insurance documentation, and assist with reporting related to leased or rented equipment.</p><p>• Provide purchasing support to manufacturing, facilities, and other internal teams by coordinating requisitions, supplier communication, and order fulfillment.</p>
- 2026-10-29T00:00:00Z
- Hamden, CT
- onsite
- Temporary / Contract
- 22 - 26 USD / Hourly
- <p>Robert Half is partnering with a growing electronics manufacturing company in Hamden, CT, to identify a detail-oriented and strategic <strong>Buyer</strong>. This position is responsible for sourcing materials, negotiating with suppliers, managing inventory levels, and ensuring the timely procurement of components needed to support production schedules. The ideal candidate will have purchasing experience within a manufacturing environment and strong vendor management skills.</p><p>Responsibilities</p><ul><li>Source and procure electronic components, raw materials, and production supplies</li><li>Negotiate pricing, contracts, delivery schedules, and terms with suppliers</li><li>Create and manage purchase orders while ensuring accuracy and timely processing</li><li>Monitor inventory levels and coordinate replenishment activities to meet production demands</li><li>Maintain strong relationships with vendors and evaluate supplier performance</li><li>Collaborate with production, engineering, and planning teams to forecast material requirements</li><li>Track open purchase orders and expedite critical deliveries as needed</li><li>Analyze purchasing data and identify opportunities for cost savings and process improvements</li><li>Resolve supplier, pricing, quality, and delivery issues</li><li>Maintain accurate procurement records and ensure compliance with company policies</li><li>Support inventory control initiatives and cycle count activities</li><li>Assist with new product launches by sourcing materials and qualifying suppliers</li></ul><p><br></p>
- 2026-11-10T00:00:00Z
- Asheville, NC
- onsite
- Temporary / Contract
- 30 - 35 USD / Hourly
- <p>We are looking for a Buyer to join our client’s team in South Asheville, North Carolina on a Contract basis. This opportunity is ideal for someone in procurement with experience supporting manufacturing or supply chain operations, particularly in environments involving plastics or related materials. The person in this role will help maintain reliable material flow, coordinate with suppliers, and support purchasing activities that keep production running efficiently.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Manage purchasing activities for raw materials, components, and supplies needed to support manufacturing operations.</p><p>• Communicate with vendors to obtain pricing, confirm availability, negotiate delivery timelines, and resolve order-related issues.</p><p>• Monitor inventory levels and demand signals to place timely orders that align with production schedules and business needs.</p><p>• Partner with internal teams across procurement, logistics, and supply chain to improve material availability and order accuracy.</p><p>• Track purchase orders from release through receipt, ensuring shipments arrive as expected and discrepancies are addressed quickly.</p><p>• Support sourcing efforts for plastics-related materials and coordinate with suppliers to maintain quality, cost, and service expectations.</p><p>• Maintain accurate purchasing records and update system information to reflect current orders, supplier details, and material status</p>
- 2026-11-13T00:00:00Z
- Millington, MD
- onsite
- Temporary / Contract
- 25 - 30 USD / Hourly
- <p>We are looking for a Buyer to join a manufacturing organization in Millington, Maryland on a Long-term Contract assignment. This role will support a high-volume purchasing environment by helping the team address a significant order backlog, maintain accurate procurement activity, and keep materials aligned with production needs. The ideal candidate can step in quickly, manage purchasing tasks with limited ramp-up time, and work effectively in a fast-paced onsite setting.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Assist with backlog reduction by prioritizing overdue and aging orders and ensuring required materials are properly ordered.</p><p>• Process purchase orders in a high-volume environment, using spreadsheets and internal systems to place material orders accurately and on time.</p><p>• Review bill of materials details and open demand to ensure purchasing activity supports scheduled production and shipment requirements.</p><p>• Reconcile receipts against purchase orders and follow through on discrepancies to maintain accurate procurement records.</p><p>• Perform purchasing data cleanup and validation to improve order accuracy and overall workflow efficiency.</p><p>• Coordinate with internal stakeholders to confirm material needs, order status, and any issues affecting supply availability.</p><p>• Maintain organized documentation related to purchasing transactions, supplier activity, and order progress.</p><p>• Support day-to-day procurement operations while following onsite procedures, schedules, and departmental expectations.</p>
- 2026-11-12T00:00:00Z
- Heath, OH
- onsite
- Temporary / Contract
- 36.1 - 42 USD / Hourly
- We are looking for a Buyer to support procurement activities for a manufacturing operation in Ohio. This long-term contract opportunity is ideal for a detail-oriented supply chain specialist who can balance supplier management, purchasing execution, and cost-focused decision-making in a fast-paced environment. The role will contribute to sourcing initiatives, maintain strong vendor partnerships, and help ensure materials and services are secured on time and at competitive value.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Develop purchasing approaches that align with production demands, cost objectives, and supply continuity goals.<br>• Create and manage purchase orders accurately, ensuring timely processing and follow-through with internal teams and suppliers.<br>• Build productive supplier relationships to improve service levels, strengthen reliability, and support long-term procurement success.<br>• Lead pricing discussions and commercial negotiations to secure favorable terms, quality standards, and delivery commitments.<br>• Analyze purchasing and supplier performance data using reporting tools such as Power BI to support informed decision-making.<br>• Coordinate with cross-functional stakeholders to address material availability, resolve order issues, and support ongoing operational needs.<br>• Monitor vendor performance and identify opportunities to improve quality, responsiveness, and overall supply chain efficiency.<br>• Utilize organizational procurement systems to maintain records, track activity, and support day-to-day buying functions.
- 2026-11-13T00:00:00Z