<p>Our client in <strong>Plainville, Connecticut</strong> is seeking a <strong>Contract Accounting Assistant</strong> to support daily office and accounting-related operations. This is a great opportunity for a detail-oriented professional with bookkeeping experience who enjoys balancing administrative responsibilities with financial support tasks.</p><p>Key Responsibilities</p><ul><li>Manage calendars, schedule meetings, and coordinate logistics</li><li>Answer phones, handle emails, and serve as a point of contact</li><li>Prepare documents, reports, and presentations</li><li>Maintain files, records, and office supplies</li><li>Assist with data entry, invoicing, and basic administrative projects</li><li>Support the team with ad hoc tasks as needed</li></ul><p><br></p>
<p><strong>Purchasing Agent (Full-Time, Permanent) – Greater New Haven Area</strong></p><p><br></p><p>An established and growing organization in the Greater New Haven area is seeking a Purchasing Agent to support ongoing purchasing and sourcing operations. This individual will play a key role in building and maintaining a dependable supply chain, with a focus on cost efficiency, quality, and supplier performance.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities (Day-to-Day)</strong></p><ul><li>Identify and source components from both domestic and international suppliers</li><li>Assess vendors based on cost, quality standards, delivery timelines, and consistency</li><li>Negotiate pricing, contract terms, and volume-based agreements</li><li>Develop and maintain strong supplier relationships while monitoring ongoing performance</li><li>Track and evaluate total landed cost, including tariffs, duties, and freight considerations</li><li>Coordinate inbound logistics, including international shipping and customs processes</li><li>Partner cross-functionally with internal teams to align purchasing with demand forecasts</li></ul><p><strong>Required Qualifications</strong></p><ul><li>Demonstrated experience in purchasing or procurement within a mechanical related industry</li><li>Working knowledge of global sourcing, including import/export regulations and international trade practices</li><li>Familiarity with tariffs and cost structures associated with overseas procurement</li><li>Strong negotiation skills with a focus on cost optimization and value</li><li>Ability to operate effectively in a fast-paced, collaborative environment</li></ul><p><strong>Additional Details</strong></p><ul><li>Compensation: $70,000 – $90,000 annually, depending on experience</li><li>Schedule: Full-time, onsite</li><li>Benefits package included</li></ul><p>**if you meet the above qualifications, please apply today to Daniele.Zavarella@roberthalf(com)</p>
<p>Our client in <strong>Hartford, Connecticut</strong> is seeking an <strong>Administrative Assistant</strong> for a contract opportunity. This role is ideal for a polished and organized professional who enjoys supporting day-to-day office operations and helping a team stay efficient and productive. Based on general knowledge.</p><p><strong>Position Overview:</strong></p><p>The Administrative Assistant will provide clerical and administrative support to the team, assist with scheduling and correspondence, maintain records, and help ensure smooth daily office operations. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, dependable, and able to manage multiple priorities in a professional environment. Based on general knowledge.</p><p><strong>Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Provide administrative support to staff and department leadership. Based on general knowledge.</li><li>Answer phones, respond to emails, and direct inquiries appropriately. Based on general knowledge.</li><li>Schedule meetings, maintain calendars, and coordinate appointments. Based on general knowledge.</li><li>Prepare correspondence, reports, and other documents as needed. Based on general knowledge.</li><li>Maintain organized filing systems and accurate records. Based on general knowledge.</li><li>Support data entry, document management, and general office tasks. Based on general knowledge.</li><li>Order office supplies and assist with other operational needs. Based on general knowledge.</li><li>Greet visitors and help ensure a professional office environment. Based on general knowledge.</li></ul><p><br></p>
Robert Half's client in Southbridge is looking for an administrative assistant.<br><br>Responsibilities include: <br>- assisting the CEO, executives and HR<br>- mail distribution<br>- supply ordering<br>- submitting bill to AP<br>- signing employees up for trainings<br>- greeting new hires<br>- ordering lunches<br>- MS office knowledge <br><br>Start date: 6/2<br>Duration: 3 months<br>Hours: M-F 8-5<br>Pay Rate: 19-20
<p>Our client in <strong>Westfield, Massachusetts</strong> is seeking a <strong>Contract Administrative Assistant</strong> to support daily office operations and provide high-level administrative support to the team. This is an excellent opportunity for an organized, detail-oriented professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment and enjoys keeping operations running smoothly.</p><p>The ideal candidate will have strong communication skills, excellent time management abilities, and prior experience handling a wide range of administrative tasks.</p><p>Key Responsibilities</p><ul><li>Provide day-to-day administrative support to departments and team members</li><li>Answer and direct phone calls, emails, and other correspondence</li><li>Schedule meetings, coordinate calendars, and manage appointments</li><li>Prepare, format, and maintain documents, reports, and spreadsheets</li><li>Organize and maintain filing systems, records, and office documents</li><li>Assist with data entry, inventory of office supplies, and other clerical duties</li><li>Support internal teams with special projects and general office coordination</li><li>Greet visitors and help ensure a professional office environment</li><li>Handle confidential information with discretion and professionalism</li></ul><p><br></p>
<p>Our client in <strong>Amherst, Massachusetts</strong> is seeking a dependable and organized <strong>Administrative Assistant</strong> for a contract opportunity. This role is ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced office environment and enjoys providing day-to-day administrative support to help keep operations running smoothly. Based on general knowledge.</p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><ul><li>Provide general administrative support to office staff and leadership</li><li>Answer phones, respond to emails, and direct inquiries appropriately</li><li>Schedule meetings, maintain calendars, and coordinate appointments</li><li>Prepare correspondence, reports, and other documents</li><li>Perform data entry, filing, and recordkeeping tasks</li><li>Manage incoming and outgoing mail and office communications</li><li>Order office supplies and help maintain an organized workspace</li><li>Assist with additional administrative projects and support duties as needed</li></ul><p><br></p>
<p>Our client is seeking a highly organized, proactive, and polished <strong>Executive Assistant</strong> to provide high-level administrative support to senior leadership. This role is ideal for a professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment, exercises sound judgment, and can manage multiple priorities with discretion and professionalism.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Manage complex calendars, schedule meetings, and coordinate appointments</li><li>Arrange domestic and international travel, including itineraries, accommodations, and expense reporting</li><li>Prepare correspondence, reports, presentations, and other executive-level documents</li><li>Serve as a liaison between executives, internal teams, and external stakeholders</li><li>Organize and support meetings, including agendas, materials, and follow-up action items</li><li>Handle confidential information with a high degree of professionalism and discretion</li><li>Monitor deadlines, prioritize requests, and ensure executives are prepared for upcoming commitments</li><li>Support special projects and assist with office coordination as needed</li></ul><p><strong>Qualifications</strong></p><ul><li>3+ years of experience supporting senior-level executives or leadership teams</li><li>Strong calendar management and scheduling experience</li><li>Excellent written and verbal communication skills</li><li>High level of professionalism, discretion, and attention to detail</li><li>Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and other business systems</li><li>Ability to multitask, stay organized, and adapt to shifting priorities</li><li>Strong problem-solving skills and a proactive approach to support</li></ul><p><strong>Preferred Qualifications</strong></p><ul><li>Experience in a corporate or professional services environment</li><li>Proven ability to work independently and manage competing demands</li><li>Associate’s or bachelor’s degree preferred</li></ul><p><br></p>
<p><strong><u>Procurement Sourcing Specialist</u></strong></p><p><em>Direct-Hire / Permanent position</em></p><p>Robert Half contact: <u>Drew.Schroll@RobertHalf com. </u></p><p><br></p><p>Fully onsite role in Amherst area - 5 days per week in the office.</p><p><br></p><p>Robert Half has partnered with a valued client in the Amherst area in their search of a <strong><u>Procurement Sourcing Specialist</u></strong>. Ideal candidates will have strong experience with sourcing supplies, developing relationships, price and contract negotiations, and executing contracts. The Strategic Sourcing Analyst will be joining and established but growing department with resources and mentorship available to grow within.</p><p><br></p><p><strong><em>Responsibilities include:</em></strong></p><ul><li>Develop new category suppliers, developing supplier interest, reviewing specifications, managing the bid proposal and selection process, awarding final contract and ensuring delivery to agreed terms</li><li>Actively participating in strategic supplier meetings, managing compliance to the highest standards and delivering outstanding service</li><li>Identifying, researching and proposing strategic sources for competitive market product pricing</li><li>Reporting out on status of portfolios, opportunities and risks to successful execution and realized revenue</li><li>Actively and enthusiastically participating in member outreach and supplier events that results in a high level of engagement and retention</li></ul><p><strong>Education/Qualifications</strong></p><ul><li>BS in Supply Chain or Business is preferred</li><li>5+ years of relevant experience procurement/contract management</li><li>Full life-cycle procurement processes that include developing competitive bids, RFP’s, RFQ’s, selecting suppliers and managing contracts</li><li>Excellent attention to detail with the ability to prioritize multiple responsibilities and priorities</li><li>Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite. Strong Excel required.</li><li>Experience working with databases, managing through data fields and developing reports</li></ul><p><br></p><p>Our client offers a great office/team environment, strong health insurance and benefit package, and a salary in the $75-85k range plus bonus.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>For immediate consideration,</strong> please apply today and/or email your resume to <u>Drew.Schroll@RobertHalf com. </u>All inquiries will remain confidential.</p>