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3 results for Procurement Specialist in New Orleans, LA

Housing Specialist

New Orleans, LA
onsite
Contract / Temporary to Hire
18.00 - 20.00 USD / Hourly
We are looking for a Housing Specialist to join our non-profit organization in New Orleans, Louisiana. In this short-term contract to permanent position, you will provide administrative support to the IT department, ensuring smooth operations and effective coordination across various projects. This role requires an individual with strong attention to detail, organizational, and communication skills who can contribute to the department's success. Responsibilities:• Manage IT procurement tasks, including preparing purchase requests, coordinating with vendors, tracking orders, and ensuring compliance with procurement policies.• Assist the IT Director in collaborating with the Contract Manager and Project Manager on initiatives such as electronic documentation and camera installation projects.• Update and maintain the agency’s WordPress website by posting IT-related updates and ensuring accurate, high-quality content.• Open, monitor, and manage IT service tickets, ensuring timely resolution and effective communication with staff.• Act as the primary liaison between the IT department and agency staff, delivering clear and responsive customer service.• Create and manage documents, spreadsheets, and correspondence using Microsoft Word, Excel, and other relevant tools.• Provide administrative support for IT-related projects, including organizing resources and tracking deliverables.• Schedule appointments and manage calendars to facilitate efficient department operations.• Handle inbound and outbound calls, responding to inquiries and addressing issues promptly.• Ensure timely email correspondence, maintaining accuracy in communication.
2026-03-19T19:58:46Z

Buyer

Harahan, LA
onsite
Temporary
20.00 - 22.00 USD / Hourly
We are looking for an experienced Buyer to join our team on a contract basis in Harahan, Louisiana. This position is ideal for someone with strong attention to detail who excels in procurement, shipping coordination, and documentation management. As part of the construction industry, you will play a pivotal role in ensuring the seamless acquisition and delivery of materials and supplies. Responsibilities: • Oversee the creation, processing, and management of purchase orders to ensure timely acquisition of materials and supplies. • Work closely with internal teams to gather and approve purchase requests while adhering to company policies. • Maintain accurate records of procurement activities, including purchase order details and approvals. • Coordinate inbound and outbound shipments, ensuring delivery accuracy and resolving discrepancies with suppliers. • Monitor delivery schedules to confirm items received align with purchase orders in terms of quality and quantity. • Facilitate communication with vendors to address issues related to delays, missing items, or damaged goods. • Organize and maintain procurement files to streamline reordering processes and improve efficiency. • Support special projects and assignments as directed by the purchasing manager. • Ensure compliance with industry standards and organizational guidelines during all procurement activities.
2026-04-06T19:18:42Z

Buyer

Waggaman, LA
onsite
Temporary
35.00 - 43.00 USD / Hourly
We are looking for an experienced Buyer to join our team on the Westbank of New Orleans. This Buyer will be responsible for all procurement activities, supplier relationships, risk mitigation and category management. This is a long-term contract position that requires strategic thinking and a strong expertise in procurement. Key Responsibilities<ul><li>Design and execute logistics and procurement approaches that support business operations and drive efficiency across the organization.</li><li>Partner closely with internal teams to understand purchasing needs, evaluate current processes, and recommend enhancements where appropriate.</li><li>Direct supplier sourcing efforts, including the identification, evaluation, and selection of vendors capable of providing essential logistics and materials support.</li><li>Stay current on assigned procurement categories to ensure sourcing strategies remain aligned with long-term business goals and anticipated demand.</li><li>Develop and sustain strong supplier partnerships to strengthen subject-matter expertise and increase access to qualified resources.</li><li>Define and track performance indicators to assess supplier outcomes and category performance, proactively addressing gaps or risks.</li><li>Facilitate ongoing discussions with business stakeholders to ensure procurement plans adapt to changing organizational priorities.</li><li>Review, structure, and negotiate contract agreements to mitigate risk and secure commercially beneficial terms.</li><li>Leverage enterprise systems such as Maximo and Dynamics AX to manage purchasing workflows, materials, and related data.</li><li>Analyze spend and procurement activity to identify savings opportunities and implement cost-control initiatives enterprise-wide.</li></ul>
2026-04-07T15:38:44Z