<p>We are looking for a skilled Contract Analyst to join our aerospace manufacturing team in Chatsworth, California. In this role, you will manage and oversee all aspects of contracts, ensuring compliance and timely delivery while fostering strong relationships with stakeholders. This position requires someone with strong attention to detail, excellent communication skills, and a solid understanding of government contracts and industry practices.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Manage the full lifecycle of contracts, including reviewing terms, entering data accurately, and ensuring timely delivery.</p><p>• Conduct thorough reviews of contract changes and modifications, addressing cost, specifications, documentation, and schedules.</p><p>• Maintain effective communication with both internal teams and external customers, including government contracting officers, to ensure smooth contract processing.</p><p>• Interpret contract requirements and analyze the impact of changes, supporting the development of government contract proposals.</p><p>• Evaluate RFQs and RFPs, verifying terms and conditions before vendor quotes are processed.</p><p>• Collaborate with subcontractors, vendors, and buying commands to issue contract modifications as needed.</p><p>• Participate actively in team meetings and projects, contributing to continuous improvement and achieving organizational goals.</p><p>• Utilize Microsoft Office tools and other systems to manage contracts and maintain accurate records.</p><p>• Investigate and resolve contract-related issues to ensure compliance and alignment with organizational objectives.</p>
We are looking for an experienced Purchaser to join our team in Los Angeles, California. In this role, you will manage procurement processes, analyze inventory needs, and collaborate with vendors to ensure timely delivery of high-quality materials. This position requires a strategic thinker who can balance cost efficiency with operational requirements.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Monitor inventory levels using company systems to identify procurement needs.<br>• Develop and implement purchasing strategies to maintain consistent stock levels.<br>• Research and evaluate vendors to secure quality products at competitive prices.<br>• Plan and coordinate delivery schedules to ensure timely receipt of materials.<br>• Negotiate contracts with vendors to establish favorable terms.<br>• Assess market trends and delivery systems to anticipate future material requirements.<br>• Maintain accurate and up-to-date records for all raw materials and supplies.<br>• Collaborate with internal teams to align procurement plans with operational goals.<br>• Ensure compliance with purchasing policies and procedures.<br>• Resolve supply chain issues effectively to minimize disruptions.
<p>Robert Half is partnering with our client, a leading global lifestyle and apparel organization, in the search for a Wholesale Apparel Merchandiser. This role supports a high-visibility wholesale business and plays a key part in developing category strategies, building curated assortments, and analyzing marketplace performance. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, data-driven, and passionate about creating product experiences that resonate with consumers across the apparel market.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Position:</strong> Merchandiser, Wholesale Apparel</p><p><strong>Location:</strong> Costa Mesa, CA (Hybrid — Onsite Tuesday–Thursday)</p><p><strong>Duration:</strong> 6-month contract</p><p><strong>Pay Rate: </strong>$22.50/hour</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Position Overview:</strong></p><p>The Wholesale Apparel Merchandiser will support the Merchandising Manager in driving category strategies, seasonal assortments, and marketplace insights for the wholesale channel across the Americas region. This role contributes to product planning, go-to-market preparation, and in-season performance monitoring to ensure the delivery of the right product at the right time. Success in this position requires strong analytical skills, cross-functional collaboration, and an understanding of the wholesale apparel landscape.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p><ul><li>Support the development and maintenance of regional line architecture and assortment strategies for the wholesale channel, including franchise and lifecycle management.</li><li>Assist with creating curated seasonal assortments that support commercial priorities and align with brand and marketing strategies.</li><li>Provide data-driven insights, reporting, and recommendations to inform long-term merchandise financial plans and marketplace execution.</li><li>Prepare seasonal recaps, performance summaries, and analysis to identify opportunities for optimization.</li><li>Assist with GTM (go-to-market) preparation, including coordinating samples and developing materials for internal and external presentations.</li><li>Collaborate with Wholesale Planning to monitor in-season performance, support financial goals, and recommend promotional or markdown actions aligned with global guidelines.</li><li>Conduct trend research and competitive analysis to inform assortment decisions and identify market opportunities.</li><li>Execute ad-hoc reporting and analysis to support seasonal planning and decision-making.</li><li>Manage merchandising operations such as sample tracking, seasonal reporting, and updates to line architecture documents.</li></ul>
<p>A fast-growing company in the overlanding and automotive accessories industry is hiring an experienced Procurement Manager to support continued growth and global expansion.</p><p>This role sits at the center of operations, owning international sourcing, supplier relationships, cost optimization, and procurement strategy. You’ll work cross-functionally with product development, forecasting, and logistics teams to ensure customers receive best-in-class products at competitive costs.</p><p>What You’ll Do</p><ul><li>Lead global sourcing and procurement across international suppliers</li><li>Manage and negotiate vendor contracts, pricing, and lead times</li><li>Support new product development through supplier sourcing and cost analysis</li><li>Own demand forecasting and purchasing plans to support growth</li><li>Monitor supplier performance, quality, and compliance</li><li>Drive continuous improvement in procurement processes and cost savings</li></ul><p>What We’re Looking For</p><ul><li>5–10 years of international purchasing/procurement experience</li><li>Strong sourcing background in China, Thailand, Vietnam, and/or Mexico</li><li>Excellent analytical, negotiation, and vendor management skills</li><li>Experience in automotive, outdoor, or consumer products strongly preferred</li><li>Comfortable working in a fast-paced, growth-oriented environment</li><li>Mandarin Chinese language skills preferred</li></ul><p>Compensation & Benefits</p><ul><li>$100,000 base salary</li><li>Up to $120,000 total compensation including performance bonuses</li><li>On-site role, 5 days per week</li><li>Opportunity to make a direct impact in a growing consumer products company</li></ul><p>If you’re passionate about global sourcing and enjoy building strong supplier partnerships in the outdoor/automotive space, we’d love to hear from you.</p>
