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5 results for Procurement Specialist in Long Beach, CA

Inventory/Purchasing Specialist
  • Simi Valley, CA
  • onsite
  • Temporary to Hire
  • 28.5 - 33 USD / Hourly
  • We are looking for an Inventory/Purchasing Specialist to join our team in Simi Valley, California. This contract position with the potential to become permanent is ideal for someone who can keep materials flowing smoothly to support production deadlines while working closely with suppliers and internal teams. The role focuses on inventory control, purchasing coordination, scheduling support, and stockroom improvements that strengthen accuracy and efficiency.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Determine material needs by reviewing production timelines and project demand to help ensure parts and supplies are available when required.<br>• Work with vendors, purchasing contacts, and internal teams to align order activity, inventory levels, and incoming deliveries.<br>• Track shortages, late shipments, and at-risk items, and take prompt action to expedite critical materials when needed.<br>• Update and maintain production-related scheduling information in partnership with manufacturing and project stakeholders.<br>• Communicate material constraints early and collaborate with cross-functional teams to resolve supply issues before they affect output.<br>• Oversee stockroom organization efforts by establishing clear housekeeping expectations and driving ongoing cleanup initiatives.<br>• Improve storage methods through better layout planning, labeling, and location management so materials can be found and moved efficiently.<br>• Maintain reliable inventory records and strengthen receiving, stocking, and issuing processes to support inventory accuracy.<br>• Support physical inventory activities and cycle count practices to help validate on-hand quantities and asset visibility.
  • 2026-10-05T00:00:00Z
Purchasing Specialist/ Analyst
  • Long Beach, CA
  • onsite
  • Temporary to Hire
  • 38.95 - 45.1 USD / Hourly
  • We are looking for a detail-oriented Purchasing Specialist/ Analyst to support procurement operations for a local government organization in Long Beach, California. This contract position with the potential to become permanent combines purchasing execution with data analysis, helping the team improve spending visibility, vendor oversight, and reporting quality. The role is well suited for someone who can balance day-to-day procurement tasks with analytical work that supports informed decisions and operational efficiency.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Build and maintain procurement metrics, dashboards, and reporting tools that highlight performance trends and support better purchasing decisions.<br>• Review purchasing data to identify spending patterns, supplier results, and opportunities to improve value and control costs.<br>• Prepare summaries, reports, and presentation materials that translate data findings into clear recommendations for leadership.<br>• Process purchase requisitions, obtain competitive vendor pricing, and coordinate the purchase of goods and services in accordance with public sector policies.<br>• Monitor contract timelines, renewal dates, and compliance documentation to help ensure vendors meet required standards.<br>• Assist with supplier and contract administration by tracking performance issues, supporting negotiations, and promoting service accountability.<br>• Provide administrative coordination for procurement activities, helping maintain organized records and efficient departmental workflows.<br>• Participate in process improvement efforts, including the use of new tools, technologies, and system enhancements that strengthen procurement operations.
  • 2026-10-06T00:00:00Z
Procurement Business Partner
  • Los Angeles, CA
  • onsite
  • Temporary / Contract
  • 65 - 75 USD / Hourly
  • <p>Robert Half Management Resources is seeking a Procurement Business Partner for a long-term contract opportunity with a leading entertainment studio in Los Angeles, California. This high-impact role is ideal for a strategic, analytically minded professional who can translate procurement data into meaningful business insights and help leadership make well-informed purchasing decisions.</p><p><br></p><p>In this role, you will partner closely with procurement, finance, and operations leaders to analyze spend, evaluate supplier performance, and identify opportunities for cost optimization across key categories. You will also turn complex data into clear, actionable recommendations for stakeholders and executive leadership.</p><p><br></p><p>This is a highly visible opportunity for a hands-on consultant who brings a strong blend of analytics, procurement expertise, and executive communication skills—and who is excited to support business strategy within a world-class entertainment organization.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Examine purchasing, supplier, and category data to identify savings potential, performance gaps, and areas of operational risk.</p><p>• Turn quantitative findings into practical recommendations that strengthen sourcing plans, negotiation strategies, and category decisions.</p><p>• Work closely with procurement, finance, and operational teams to define reporting needs, performance measures, and decision-support metrics.</p><p>• Assess spend behavior and business demand patterns by creating dashboards, scorecards and reporting tools to highlight trends, improve forecasting, and advance cost-control initiatives.</p><p>• Prepare concise presentations and business cases that help senior leaders evaluate options and make strategic decisions.</p><p>• Combine internal reporting with external market research to benchmark vendors, compare spend performance, and guide procurement planning.</p><p>• Lead analytics assignments from initial problem definition through analysis, insight development, and stakeholder buy-in.</p><p>• Recommend and support improvements to reporting practices, data quality standards, and procurement-related processes.</p><p>• Manage several priorities at once in a deadline-driven setting while maintaining precision and strong attention to detail.</p>
  • 2026-09-03T00:00:00Z
Purchasing Coordinator
  • Long Beac, CA
  • onsite
  • Temporary to Hire
  • 18.2115 - 21.087 USD / Hourly
  • <p>We are looking for a detail-oriented Purchasing Assistant to support procurement operations in Long Beach, CA California. This contract opportunity with permanent potential is ideal for someone who enjoys balancing vendor communication, order accuracy, and inventory support in a fast-paced environment. The person in this role will help keep materials available for business needs by coordinating purchases, maintaining reliable records, and working across departments to resolve supply issues. Success in this position requires strong organization, follow-through, and the ability to manage multiple purchasing tasks with accuracy.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Research products, pricing trends, and technical details using supplier catalogs and other sourcing resources to support informed purchasing decisions.</p><p>• Maintain organized and up-to-date procurement records, including supplier profiles, inventory details, unit costs, and delivery performance history.</p><p>• Obtain supplier quotations, evaluate available options, and track open orders to help ensure timely fulfillment.</p><p>• Support purchasing plans by coordinating with internal team members to align orders with anticipated material and product needs.</p><p>• Partner with production and warehouse staff to reduce the risk of shortages and avoid interruptions to day-to-day operations.</p><p>• Review vendor performance by monitoring pricing, product quality, and delivery reliability, and share findings with the purchasing team.</p><p>• Investigate and help resolve issues related to damaged items, shipment variances, and late deliveries with suppliers and internal stakeholders.</p><p>• Work with accounting to match invoices, purchase orders, and receiving documents to support accurate reconciliation and payment processing.</p><p>• Assist with departmental efficiency efforts by contributing to cost-reduction ideas, process improvements, purchase order administration, RFQ coordination, data entry, and transportation or logistics support.</p>
  • 2026-10-06T00:00:00Z
Purchaser
  • Chino, CA
  • onsite
  • Permanent / Full Time
  • 70000 - 82000 USD / Yearly
  • We are looking for an experienced Purchaser to join a growing construction organization in Chino, California. This role focuses on securing materials and equipment that keep projects moving efficiently, while balancing cost, quality, and delivery expectations. The ideal candidate brings strong vendor management skills, sound commercial judgment, and the ability to collaborate closely with project and field teams.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Source construction materials, tools, and equipment based on project scope, budget targets, and schedule requirements.<br>• Build productive partnerships with suppliers, subcontractors, and vendors to support reliable pricing and service.<br>• Review quotations from multiple sources, compare value, and negotiate favorable costs, terms, and delivery commitments.<br>• Prepare and release purchase orders, then monitor open orders to help ensure materials arrive when needed.<br>• Work with project managers, estimators, and field personnel to anticipate upcoming purchasing needs and prevent delays.<br>• Track stock levels and arrange replenishment for commonly used items to support uninterrupted operations.<br>• Examine purchasing data to identify savings opportunities and recommend more efficient procurement practices.<br>• Maintain complete and accurate procurement records while ensuring adherence to company standards, contract terms, and safety requirements.
  • 2026-10-05T00:00:00Z