We are looking for a Procurement Specialist to support a real estate property and facilities management organization in Denver, Colorado. This Contract position will focus on vendor sourcing, purchase order support, pricing comparisons, and budget-conscious procurement activities within a collaborative, results-oriented environment. The ideal candidate brings hands-on purchasing experience, strong Excel skills, and the ability to work independently while partnering closely with internal teams. This opportunity is expected to last 2 to 3 months, with the possibility of extension.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Identify and engage vendors with relevant experience to meet purchasing needs across the organization while balancing cost, quality, and service expectations.<br>• Prepare, track, and support purchase order activity, helping maintain accurate procurement records and timely processing.<br>• Review supplier quotes and compare pricing against budgets using spreadsheets and basic analytical methods.<br>• Use Excel tools such as pivot tables and lookup functions to organize data, evaluate options, and support purchasing decisions.<br>• Learn and navigate procurement platforms, including Coupa, to manage sourcing and purchasing workflows effectively.<br>• Partner with cross-functional teams to reduce administrative burden on site and community management teams through centralized procurement support.<br>• Contribute ideas for alternative sourcing strategies when standard options do not align with operational or budget requirements.<br>• Assist with contract-related procurement tasks, including coordination and support for negotiations and documentation as needed.
We are looking for a Supply Chain/Procurement Manager to support inventory and purchasing operations for a Contract position based in Northglenn, Colorado. This role focuses on maintaining product availability, improving inventory accuracy, and strengthening vendor performance across multiple channels and locations. The ideal candidate will bring strong supply chain judgment, hands-on purchasing experience, and the ability to turn operational data into practical improvements.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Review fulfillment transactions across e-commerce shipping platforms and resolve order exceptions that do not transfer correctly into internal systems.<br>• Execute daily purchasing activities for assigned product groups to maintain appropriate stock levels and support business demand.<br>• Track negative inventory balances, coordinate corrective actions with internal teams, and drive root cause improvements to reduce recurring issues.<br>• Maintain accurate vendor delivery information and follow up on open commitments to support reliable planning and system integrity.<br>• Organize cycle count activity, evaluate count discrepancies, and lead follow-up efforts to improve inventory accuracy over time.<br>• Analyze inventory reports and spreadsheet-based planning tools to confirm adequate replenishment levels and identify potential shortages.<br>• Provide day-to-day management of open purchase orders, including status reviews, issue resolution, and communication with stakeholders.<br>• Support supply chain master data quality and maintain system information related to purchasing, inventory, and vendor operations.<br>• Lead cost reduction discussions with strategic suppliers and contribute to sourcing efforts for new products and vendor options.<br>• Coordinate annual physical inventory events across retail, event, corporate, third-party logistics, marketplace, and offsite warehouse locations.
<p>Robert Half is partnering with a growing and highly stable manufacturing company to identify a Procurement & Supply Chain Lead for a newly created, high-impact role within the organization. This is an excellent opportunity for a hands-on procurement or supply chain professional who enjoys balancing tactical purchasing responsibilities with process improvement initiatives and operational strategy. The Procurement & Supply Chain Lead will oversee purchasing, inventory planning, vendor management, and supply chain coordination within a high-SKU manufacturing environment. The role will partner closely with operations, warehouse, finance, and leadership teams to ensure inventory availability, improve procurement processes, and support overall operational efficiency. This position is designed as a strategic individual contributor role with long-term growth potential into leadership as the organization continues to expand.</p><p><br></p><p>Key Responsibilities</p><ul><li>Manage daily purchasing and procurement activities across multiple product categories</li><li>Execute purchasing strategies that support inventory availability, cost control, and operational efficiency</li><li>Monitor inventory levels, purchasing trends, and replenishment activities to support production and distribution needs</li><li>Manage vendor relationships, negotiate pricing and delivery terms, and identify cost savings opportunities</li><li>Coordinate inventory control activities including cycle counts, physical inventories, and variance analysis</li><li>Analyze purchasing and inventory data to identify process improvement opportunities</li><li>Support ERP system functionality related to purchasing, inventory, and supply chain operations</li><li>Monitor purchase orders, vendor performance, and supply chain timelines to ensure on-time fulfillment</li><li>Partner cross-functionally with operations, warehouse, customer service, and finance teams</li><li>Assist in developing reporting and KPI metrics to improve supply chain visibility and decision-making</li><li>Identify opportunities to improve procurement workflows, inventory accuracy, and operational processes</li></ul><p>Desired Background & Qualifications</p><ul><li>3+ years of purchasing, procurement, supply chain, or buying experience within a manufacturing, distribution, or consumer products environment</li><li>Experience working in a high-SKU manufacturing / inventory environment</li><li>Strong understanding of inventory management, purchasing processes, and supply chain operations</li><li>Experience with mid to large-tier ERP systems</li><li>Strong vendor management and negotiation skills</li><li>Analytical mindset with strong problem-solving and process improvement capabilities</li><li>Ability to operate independently in a fast-paced, evolving environment</li><li>Strong Excel, reporting, and organizational skills</li><li>Excellent communication and cross-functional collaboration abilities</li></ul><p>Compensation & Benefits</p><p>The company offers a competitive compensation package, strong benefits, and long-term career growth opportunities within a stable and expanding manufacturing organization.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Please contact Chuck Bustos with Robert Half at 303-931-4005 (phone/text) for more information and / or apply here for immediate consideration! You can also email chuck.bustos at roberthalf com or find me on LinkedIn ("Chuck Bustos with Robert Half")</strong></p>