<p>The Strategic Sourcing and Procurement Assistant Manager is responsible for leading negotiations, managing MRO procurement, overseeing inventory strategies, and developing strong vendor relationships to ensure cost-effective, secure, and reliable supply. This role drives sourcing strategies that reduce total delivered cost, mitigate supply chain risks, and support business growth through collaboration with operations, engineering, and executive leadership. </p><p><br></p><p>Key Responsibilities include: </p><p><br></p><p>Strategic Sourcing and Procurement</p><ul><li>Identify, develop, and implement sourcing strategies to reduce Total Delivered Cost (TDC), mitigate market headwinds, and improve security of supply.</li><li>Create and implement best-in-class procurement vision, strategy, policies, processes, and procedures to enhance overall business performance.</li><li>Ensure purchasing strategies and processes deliver optimized costs while meeting operational requirements and business objectives.</li></ul><p>Negotiations and Vendor Management</p><ul><li>Lead contract negotiations with suppliers to achieve favorable pricing, terms, and service levels. Establish, develop, and manage strategic supplier relationships to drive long-term value, innovation, and performance improvement.</li><li>Set up and onboard new vendors in alignment with sourcing strategies, compliance requirements, and operational needs. MRO and Inventory Management Assist in overseeing MRO sourcing and inventory strategies to ensure uninterrupted operations while minimizing carrying costs and excess inventory.</li><li>Collaborate with operations and supply chain teams to align inventory levels with production, maintenance, and business demands. Identify opportunities for standardization, consolidation, and process improvement within MRO procurement.</li></ul><p>Cross-Functional Collaboration</p><ul><li>Maintain close working relationships with supply chain leaders, operations leadership, and engineering teams to support strategic growth objectives. Identify and implement cost-savings, productivity, and efficiency initiatives that improve gross margin performance.</li><li>Act as a strategic business partner, balancing cost, quality, risk, and service considerations.</li><li>Communicate critical supply chain developments, risks, and opportunities to Executive Management.</li><li>Provide data-driven insights and reporting on cost savings, supplier performance, and sourcing initiatives.</li></ul><p>Qualifications</p><ul><li>Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain Management, Business, Engineering, or a related field (Master’s degree or detail-oriented certifications preferred).</li><li>Proven experience in strategic sourcing, procurement, negotiations, and vendor management.</li><li>Strong knowledge of MRO procurement and inventory management best practices.</li><li>Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional initiatives and influence at all organizational levels. Excellent analytical, communication, and negotiation skills.</li></ul><p><br></p><p>This role will offer a salary between 80K-90K with medical, dental, vision, paid time off. This role is located in Kankakee, IL and is an on-site role. </p><p><br></p><p>Our specialized recruiting professionals apply their expertise and utilize our proprietary AI software to find you great job and candidate matches faster.</p>
We are looking for a Procurement Manager to lead indirect sourcing initiatives and strengthen supplier partnerships across multiple business units in Kansas City, Missouri. This role focuses on securing value through effective category management, thoughtful contract strategy, and close collaboration with internal teams. The ideal candidate will combine commercial judgment with operational discipline to improve purchasing outcomes, support business needs, and align local execution with broader procurement objectives.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Lead sourcing activities for indirect spend categories, developing strategies that balance cost, quality, service, and business requirements.<br>• Build and maintain productive supplier relationships, evaluating performance and addressing opportunities to improve value and reliability.<br>• Negotiate commercial terms and contractual agreements to support favorable pricing, service levels, and risk management outcomes.<br>• Partner with cross-functional stakeholders to understand demand, align procurement plans, and support efficient purchasing decisions.<br>• Identify and deliver savings opportunities through competitive bidding, supplier optimization, and category-focused initiatives.<br>• Monitor procurement activity within assigned areas to ensure consistency with company policies, strategic priorities, and operational goals.<br>• Translate broader procurement direction into practical actions that support day-to-day execution across the organization.<br>• Contribute to continuous improvement efforts that enhance procurement effectiveness, standardization, and overall service to internal teams.
<p>We are looking for a Procurement Manager to oversee purchasing operations, supplier partnerships, and inventory coordination for a property management organization in Salinas, California. This role blends strategic sourcing with day-to-day execution, supporting multiple teams with timely access to materials, equipment, and services. The ideal candidate brings sound judgment in contract administration, cost control, and operational planning while maintaining strong standards for service quality and compliance.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Lead procurement, storage, and distribution activities that support property management and facilities needs across the organization.</p><p>• Guide and develop purchasing and inventory staff through coaching, work allocation, scheduling, and performance oversight.</p><p>• Build and maintain effective supplier relationships, assess vendor capabilities, and identify dependable sources for goods and services.</p><p>• Manage purchase order activity and daily buying tasks for supplies, equipment, materials, and outsourced services.</p><p>• Direct competitive sourcing efforts by preparing bid documentation, reviewing proposals, and recommending vendors based on value, quality, and compliance.</p><p>• Negotiate pricing, service terms, and contractual agreements when formal bid processes are not required.</p><p>• Track active contracts and vendor performance to confirm adherence to service levels, timelines, pricing, and agreed terms.</p><p>• Partner with operations, maintenance, facilities, and finance teams to resolve purchasing requests, invoice questions, coding issues, and payment concerns.</p><p>• Oversee inventory records, physical counts, and asset control for tools, equipment, and supplies across warehouse and property locations.</p><p>• Prepare reports, analyses, and operational updates for leadership while escalating procurement risks and recommended actions when needed.</p><p><br></p><p>Posted by Director of Staffing Scott G. Moore (Apply here and also connect on LinkedIn!)</p><p><br></p>
<p>We are looking for an experienced Procurement Manager to support strategic sourcing and vendor engagement efforts for a long-term contract opportunity in Washington, District of Columbia. This role focuses on managing procurement activity from initial request through purchase order completion while helping secure favorable commercial terms with external partners. The ideal candidate brings strong contract negotiation experience, sound judgment in supplier management, and the ability to oversee several active procurement initiatives at the same time.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Lead the drafting, review, and negotiation of supplier agreements to achieve competitive pricing and balanced contractual terms.</p><p>• Prepare and negotiate non-disclosure agreements with outside organizations while ensuring appropriate protections are in place.</p><p>• Direct procurement activities related to IT and AI products and services, maintaining alignment with business needs and purchasing standards.</p><p>• Oversee multiple simultaneous purchasing workflows from requisition setup through purchase order issuance for supported teams and departments.</p><p>• Partner with internal stakeholders to clarify requirements, track procurement progress, and resolve issues that may affect timelines or delivery.</p><p>• Manage vendor relationships throughout the sourcing and contracting lifecycle to promote responsiveness, compliance, and value.</p><p>• Support procurement operations using tools such as Workday Financials for purchasing and strategic sourcing activities.</p><p>• Utilize contract management platforms such as LinkSquares to assist with agreement tracking, documentation, and review processes.</p>
<p><strong>DIRECTOR OF PROCUREMENT </strong></p><p><strong>200K-250K+BONUS+EQUITY</strong></p><p><br></p><p>We are looking for a commercially procurement leader to guide complex supplier contracting for a growing biotech organization. This position partners with cross-functional teams to secure agreements that support clinical development, manufacturing, medical affairs, and other business-critical functions. The ideal candidate brings strong experience negotiating life sciences vendor contracts and can balance financial discipline, operational needs, and risk considerations in a fast-moving environment.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Direct contract strategy and lead negotiations for a broad portfolio of supplier agreements, including clinical services, manufacturing support, laboratory services, data solutions, consulting engagements, and master service arrangements.</p><p>• Lead end-to-end contract negotiation strategy and execution for a wide range of procurement agreements, including:</p><p>-CRO and clinical service agreements</p><p>-CMO and manufacturing agreements</p><p>-Laboratory, data, and technology service contracts</p><p>-Consulting, professional services, and master service agreements MSAs/SOWs)</p><p>• Work closely with finance and legal partners to shape contract terms that align commercial goals with compliance requirements and appropriate risk protection.</p><p>• Advise internal stakeholders on pricing approaches, payment terms, service expectations, and contractual tradeoffs to support sound business decisions.</p><p>• Negotiate favorable commercial outcomes that improve value, preserve flexibility, and strengthen performance while maintaining productive supplier relationships.</p><p>• Enhance procurement and contracting practices by developing practical templates, guidance materials, negotiation playbooks, and scalable procedures for a growing organization.</p><p>• Oversee contract lifecycle activities such as renewals, amendments, scope changes, issue resolution, and escalation management.</p><p>• Evaluate the supplier portfolio to uncover savings opportunities, reduce exposure, and improve operational efficiency across purchasing activities.</p><p>• Contribute strategic leadership through vendor governance, mentorship, and longer-range planning for procurement operations and sourcing priorities.</p>
<p>Privately owned, South Delaware client seeks a Purchasing Manager with proven leadership experience within the residential or multi-family construction industry. In this role, you will manage daily purchasing transactions, track and report on key functional metrics, perform negotiation strategies, and supervise purchasing department. This Purchasing Manager will also assist with process improvements, working with large amounts of purchasing and vendor data, building vendor relationships, and forecasting. The ideal candidate for this role should have excellent researching and analytical skills, experience looking at bids to multiple vendors and the ability to view blueprints and other pertinent information. </p><p> </p><p>Primary Responsibilities</p><p>· Implement purchasing strategies</p><p>· Oversee daily purchasing activities</p><p>· Enter, review and update purchase orders</p><p>· Review and analyze price variances </p><p>· Monitor new product forecast</p><p>· Determine cost effective materials </p><p>· Negotiate supplier management pricing</p><p>· Monitor vendor performances</p><p>· Provide cost management</p><p>· Improve purchasing systems and processes</p><p>· Coordinate and disburse transportation quotes</p>
Seeking a Procurement Specialist in the Saline MI area. This role is 100% ONSITE M-F 8am - 5pm. The Procurement Specialist is responsible for providing effective customer service for all internal and external customers. They will work diligently to fulfill the commitment of providing the right tool at the right price and the right time, efficiently and accurately performing all tasks related to exceeding our customer’s requirements.<br><br>Job Functions:<br>* Works closely with internal and external customers to ensure optimal service is provided.<br>* Develop effective business relationships with the supply base.<br>* Processes customer and vendor orders according to designated process.<br>* Provides timely and accurate information to incoming customer order status requests.<br>* Works closely with the credit department to resolve disputed A/R and A/P issues.<br>* Manages vendor purchase order follow up and issue resolution.<br>* May handle inventory management and inventory level analysis. <br>* Review inventory for nonmoving and overstock items and take appropriate action.<br>* Resolves vendor shipping issues in conjunction with warehouse.<br><br>Competencies:<br>* Customer/Client/Vendor Focus. <br>* Problem Solving & Analysis.<br>* Time Management and Self-Motivation <br>* Communication Proficiency.<br>* Teamwork Orientation.<br>* Effective conflict resolution.<br>* Proficient Excel capabilities.<br>* Organization/Prioritization of tasks.<br>* Attention to detail <br><br>Preferred Education Experience:<br>Supply Chain Management a plus but not necessary, on the job training provided. Knowledge of Microsoft Excel and Outlook required. Manufacturing experience a plus, but not required
We are looking for a detail-oriented Procurement Specialist to support purchasing operations for a manufacturing environment in Stow, Ohio. This Long-term Contract position focuses on sourcing materials, managing supplier relationships, and helping internal teams maintain steady production through timely and accurate procurement activities. The ideal candidate brings strong experience with buying processes, purchase order management, and issue resolution, along with the ability to communicate effectively across suppliers and internal stakeholders.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Review bills of materials and stock levels to identify purchasing needs for components and raw materials.<br>• Prepare and distribute requests for quotation, evaluate supplier responses, and negotiate competitive pricing for routine commodities.<br>• Create and manage purchase orders with vendors, confirm transaction accuracy, and follow up on urgent deliveries to keep schedules on track.<br>• Investigate and resolve shipment variances, shortages, pricing errors, delivery conflicts, and supplier quality concerns.<br>• Keep internal teams informed of supply issues, expected resolutions, and practical alternatives to reduce operational disruption.<br>• Serve as a key point of coordination between suppliers and internal customers to support effective communication and timely problem-solving.<br>• Approve payment exceptions when invoice discrepancies require review and resolution.<br>• Document procurement workflows and procedures as assigned to support consistency and compliance.<br>• Monitor inventory levels to help maintain targeted stock positions unless otherwise directed by leadership.<br>• Maintain complete and accurate purchasing records in both digital and physical formats, and utilize company systems as needed, including Visual Manufacturing when applicable.
<p>We are looking for an Accounting Operations Specialist to join a growing team in Santa Clara, California, on a 3-6 month contract assignment. This position will support day-to-day purchasing and accounting operations, serving as a central point of coordination between internal teams, suppliers, and financial partners. The role is well suited for someone who is highly organized, service-oriented, and comfortable managing detailed workflows across procurement, invoicing, and month-end activities.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Coordinate the creation, update, and processing of purchase requisitions, purchase orders, and related order revisions to support timely purchasing activities.</p><p>• Guide internal employees through procurement requests, helping ensure submissions are complete, accurate, and aligned with company procedures.</p><p>• Oversee supplier onboarding activities, including setting up and maintaining vendor records while safeguarding sensitive documentation.</p><p>• Review vendor information and requested changes for accuracy and compliance before updates are finalized in the system.</p><p>• Handle customer billing tasks such as generating invoices, issuing cancellations when needed, and preparing credit memos.</p><p>• Submit invoices through customer portal systems and monitor documentation to support smooth revenue and receivables processes.</p><p>• Perform recurring shipment and accounts receivable reviews to help confirm billing completeness and support financial accuracy.</p><p>• Prepare journal entries, contribute to month-end close tasks, and assist with audit requests and supporting documentation.</p><p>• Partner with cross-functional stakeholders to resolve operational issues, respond professionally to inquiries, and improve procurement and accounting workflows.Accounting Operations Specialist</p>
<p>We are looking for a Procurement Specialist to support purchasing and contracting activities for a broad range of goods and services in Minnesota. This Long-term Contract position is well suited for an early-career procurement specialist who can manage solicitations, prepare compliant contracts, and help maintain strong purchasing practices across a public-sector environment. The role works closely with senior procurement staff to ensure acquisitions and agreements align with applicable regulations, internal policies, and budget requirements.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Lead intake and coordination of procurement requests, gathering business needs and determining the most appropriate purchasing approach for each requirement.</p><p>• Prepare and manage competitive solicitation activities by researching the market, drafting scopes or specifications, building evaluation criteria, issuing bid documents, and supporting solicitation events through award.</p><p>• Create and process contracts for materials, equipment, services, and grant-related expenditures, ensuring all terms reflect approved awards and required documentation is complete and accurate.</p><p>• Review bonds, insurance certificates, pricing details, and supporting records to confirm compliance with standards, statutes, and applicable requirements.</p><p>• Maintain organized official procurement files and assist with audit support, responses, and related documentation inquiries.</p><p>• Support contract administration by helping resolve supplier performance concerns, pricing discrepancies, warranty matters, and other issues that arise during the agreement lifecycle.</p><p>• Coordinate contract updates such as renewals, amendments, extensions, terminations, and negotiated changes in accordance with contract terms and procurement rules.</p><p>• Analyze departmental purchasing patterns, upcoming needs, and available sourcing options to recommend cost-effective contracting strategies, renewals, and purchasing opportunities.</p><p>• Provide guidance to internal stakeholders on procurement procedures and participate in community engagement activities related to purchasing and contracting when needed.</p>
<p>We are looking for a Procurement Specialist to join a team in Secaucus, New Jersey in a contract to potential permanent capacity. This position focuses on shaping market-level sourcing plans, strengthening supplier partnerships, and supporting procurement operations that align with business goals. The role works closely with construction, facilities, legal, and cross-functional stakeholders to improve purchasing practices, maintain documentation, and drive consistent vendor performance.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Develop and roll out procurement plans for the assigned market in partnership with construction and facilities teams at both market and broader organizational levels.</p><p>• Oversee vendor agreements by tracking performance, leading recurring business reviews, and strengthening relationships with key suppliers.</p><p>• Establish sourcing and supplier management objectives that support cost efficiency, operational reliability, and future growth.</p><p>• Contribute to procurement audits and evaluations by keeping material and execution assessments current and well organized.</p><p>• Identify and maintain a strong network of experienced suppliers to support expansion plans, service needs, and investment optimization.</p><p>• Coordinate and carry out purchasing activities with local market teams, ensuring processes move forward effectively and in line with requirements.</p><p>• Maintain procurement documents, agreement forms, and working templates, using Excel and related tools to support consistency and accuracy.</p><p>• Prepare, revise, and standardize procurement documentation in collaboration with legal partners and internal stakeholders.</p><p>• Serve as a procurement resource across the organization by advising teams on sourcing practices, supplier engagement, and negotiation approaches.</p><p>• Represent the market in procurement discussions, share updated guidelines, and help train teams on purchasing and supplier management practices.</p>
We are looking for a Procurement Specialist to support purchasing and leasing activities for a busy operation in Skowhegan, Maine. This is a Long-term Contract opportunity that will focus on improving day-to-day procurement efficiency, maintaining vendor documentation, and coordinating with suppliers and contractors. The ideal candidate will bring strong experience in corporate purchasing, contract administration, and order management while helping the team stay organized during a period of reduced staffing.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Manage purchasing and leasing requests for equipment, materials, and services while ensuring timely processing and accurate documentation.<br>• Prepare, review, and track purchase orders to support ongoing operational needs and maintain procurement continuity.<br>• Contact vendors and contractors to obtain updated rate sheets, pricing details, and supporting contract information.<br>• Help oversee lease-related spending and purchasing activity for a large volume of equipment assets.<br>• Maintain organized procurement records in SharePoint and other internal systems to improve document access and compliance tracking.<br>• Verify that supplier insurance certificates are current, complete, and properly filed, and follow up on outstanding items as needed.<br>• Support contract administration activities, including monitoring agreement terms and assisting with renewals for multi-year arrangements.<br>• Provide day-to-day procurement support to help address workload gaps within an understaffed team.<br>• Use Excel and other standard business tools to monitor purchasing activity, organize data, and support reporting needs.
We are looking for an experienced Procurement Specialist to support strategic purchasing and contracting activities in Minnesota. This contract opportunity is ideal for a detail-oriented individual who can balance regulatory compliance, vendor management, and cost-conscious purchasing across a public-sector or transit-related environment. The role will partner with internal teams to source goods and services efficiently, maintain accurate procurement records, and help strengthen purchasing practices through sound analysis and process oversight.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Lead purchasing and contract administration activities while ensuring adherence to applicable federal, state, and local requirements, as well as organizational procurement standards.<br>• Prepare and manage competitive solicitation packages such as bid requests, proposal requests, information requests, qualification-based documents, and related procurement materials.<br>• Oversee purchase order workflows and related purchasing activity to confirm policy compliance and recommend improvements that enhance efficiency and control.<br>• Maintain complete, organized procurement files and supporting records so documentation is ready for audits, reviews, and reporting needs.<br>• Partner with department leaders to understand operational purchasing needs and identify practical, cost-effective sourcing solutions for goods and services.<br>• Review quotes, bids, contracts, and supporting documentation to verify alignment with procurement rules, internal policies, and ethical purchasing practices.<br>• Evaluate suppliers based on pricing, service quality, reliability, capabilities, and prior performance, and build productive vendor relationships that support value and consistency.<br>• Negotiate favorable pricing, discounts, and other cost-saving terms with suppliers while monitoring procurement activity against budget expectations.<br>• Coordinate with inventory support functions to help maintain appropriate stock levels and ensure timely availability of required materials.<br>• Administer purchasing accounts and monitor purchasing card activity to ensure proper approvals, spending control, and compliance with established procedures.
<p>We are looking for a Procurement Specialist to join our team in Santa Barbara, California on a Contract assignment. In this role, you will help keep purchasing activities moving efficiently by supporting order processing, coordinating receipt and invoice verification, and helping ensure vendors are paid accurately and on time. This position is well suited for someone who is detail-oriented, organized, and comfortable working across core procurement processes in a fast-paced environment.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Manage purchase order activities from creation through completion, ensuring transactions are processed accurately and in a timely manner.</p><p>• Review receiving records and supplier invoices to confirm alignment with purchase orders before payment is released.</p><p>• Support the three-way matching process by investigating discrepancies and coordinating corrections with internal teams and vendors.</p><p>• Assist the procurement team with day-to-day purchasing operations to maintain continuity during the contract period.</p><p>• Communicate with suppliers and internal stakeholders to resolve order, receipt, and invoice issues efficiently.</p><p>• Maintain procurement documentation and transaction records in accordance with company procedures.</p><p>• Help monitor buying workflows to improve accuracy, timeliness, and compliance across procurement functions.</p>
<p>We are looking for a detail-oriented Procurement Coordinator to support purchasing and supply tracking activities for a high-tech pharm/biotech environment in Omaha, Nebraska. This onsite role is well suited for someone who enjoys structured desk-based work, manages order flow accurately, and keeps materials moving efficiently from request through delivery. This is a Long-term Contract position requiring strong Excel skills and a solid understanding of procurement operations.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Responsibilities:</strong></p><p>• Coordinate daily purchasing activities by preparing and processing purchase orders with accuracy and timeliness.</p><p>• Monitor inbound shipments and follow up on delivery status to help ensure materials arrive as expected.</p><p>• Verify incoming supplies against order information and resolve discrepancies with vendors or internal partners.</p><p>• Track open orders, update procurement records, and maintain visibility into order progress from placement to receipt.</p><p>• Use Excel to organize purchasing data, maintain logs, and support reporting on supply and order activity.</p><p>• Communicate with suppliers and internal stakeholders to confirm order details, availability, and shipment timing.</p><p>• Support established buying processes and procurement functions while maintaining organized documentation.</p><p>• Assist with contract-related coordination and vendor interactions in alignment with procurement guidelines.</p>
<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>
<p>We are looking for a Procurement Analyst to support strategic purchasing and supply planning for a food-focused operation in the East Bay,California. This role is ideal for someone who can balance cost control, supplier performance, and product availability while working in a fast-paced environment. Experience connected to the food sector is highly valued, and familiarity with school meal programs would be especially beneficial.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Analyze purchasing activity, pricing trends, and supplier performance to identify savings opportunities and strengthen procurement decisions.</p><p>• Coordinate with internal teams to maintain steady product availability, align purchasing plans with operational demand, and reduce supply disruptions.</p><p>• Support sourcing initiatives by gathering quotes, comparing vendor proposals, and contributing to commercial negotiations.</p><p>• Review contracts, purchase terms, and supplier commitments to help ensure favorable pricing, service levels, and compliance standards.</p><p>• Monitor inventory movement and logistics patterns to improve replenishment timing and overall supply chain efficiency.</p><p>• Prepare reports and recommendations for stakeholders on spend patterns, vendor results, and procurement performance metrics.</p><p>• Build and maintain productive relationships with suppliers to improve communication, service reliability, and issue resolution.</p><p>• Assist with procurement process updates, including operational changes or system-related transitions, to support continuity and accuracy in purchasing activities.</p>
<p>We are looking for a Procurement Specialist to support strategic sourcing and supplier management for a wide range of indirect spend categories within a Health Pharm/Biotech environment in Princeton, NJ. This long-term Contract position will focus on securing value through thoughtful category planning, effective contract negotiation, and close partnership with cross-functional stakeholders. The role is well suited for a procurement specialist who can balance commercial objectives, compliance expectations, and operational priorities in a regulated setting.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Direct sourcing activities across indirect purchasing areas such as technology, marketing, facilities, consulting services, travel, and transportation.</p><p>• Build category plans that support business priorities, strengthen compliance, and improve long-term supplier value.</p><p>• Conduct supplier negotiations for complex agreements to achieve favorable pricing, service commitments, and contractual protections.</p><p>• Oversee contracts from initial drafting and review through execution and ongoing adherence, working closely with legal and internal business teams.</p><p>• Identify opportunities to reduce spend, improve total cost outcomes, and enhance the value delivered by suppliers.</p><p>• Collaborate with partners in operations, manufacturing, quality, regulatory, finance, IT, marketing, and other corporate functions to align procurement strategies with business needs.</p><p>• Evaluate market conditions, supplier capabilities, and industry developments to inform sourcing decisions and category direction.</p><p>• Reduce supply and compliance exposure by strengthening sourcing approaches, monitoring supplier performance, and supporting diversification efforts.</p><p>• Measure and communicate procurement results, including savings, service performance, key metrics, and compliance with negotiated terms.</p><p>• Contribute to broader procurement improvement efforts such as vendor onboarding enhancements, payment term optimization, supplier diversity initiatives, and purchasing data standardization.</p>
We are looking for an experienced Procurement Consultant to support sourcing and contract administration activities for a long-term contract opportunity based in Washington, District of Columbia. This role is well suited for someone who is detail oriented and can manage procurement processes, coordinate with internal stakeholders, and help maintain compliant purchasing and contracting practices. The ideal candidate brings strong judgment, attention to detail, and a solid background in corporate procurement and contract administration.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Lead procurement activities from request intake through supplier selection and contract execution while ensuring alignment with organizational policies.<br>• Prepare, review, and manage contractual documents to support purchasing needs and maintain accurate administrative records.<br>• Partner with business stakeholders to clarify requirements, develop sourcing approaches, and recommend effective procurement solutions.<br>• Evaluate vendor proposals, compare commercial terms, and support negotiations to achieve cost, quality, and service objectives.<br>• Monitor procurement timelines and deliverables to keep projects moving efficiently and address issues as they arise.<br>• Maintain documentation standards, track contract status, and support reporting related to purchasing and agreement activity.<br>• Provide guidance on procurement procedures and contract administration practices to promote compliance and consistency.<br>• Assist with process updates or operational changes affecting procurement workflows when needed as part of ongoing support.
We are looking for a Strategic Sourcing Manager to support procurement initiatives for a long-term contract opportunity based in San Francisco, California. This role will shape sourcing strategies, strengthen supplier partnerships, and help business teams achieve cost, quality, and risk management goals. The ideal candidate brings strong commercial judgment, data-driven decision-making, and the ability to guide complex purchasing activities across cross-functional stakeholders.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Create category strategies that align sourcing activity with business priorities while driving measurable savings, service improvements, and risk reduction.<br>• Bring together stakeholders from multiple functions to define requirements, evaluate options, and move supplier programs forward effectively.<br>• Produce reporting on spend, savings, supplier results, and key performance indicators to track outcomes and support decision-making.<br>• Deliver clear insight into vendor expenditures and supplier effectiveness for both operational teams and senior leadership.<br>• Lead competitive sourcing events and oversee the supplier evaluation process from market assessment through final recommendation.<br>• Work closely with partners in Legal, Information Security, and governance-related functions to advance agreements through the purchasing lifecycle and secure strong commercial terms.<br>• Serve as the primary procurement advisor for assigned business units, ensuring strategic alignment and responsive support.<br>• Contribute to procurement workflow and purchasing process activities, including coordination related to source-to-pay tools and approvals when needed.
We are looking for a Strategic Sourcing Manager to lead procurement initiatives that strengthen supplier partnerships and improve cost, quality, and operational performance. This role supports manufacturing operations in Greensboro, North Carolina by building forward-thinking sourcing plans, guiding contract strategy, and identifying opportunities to improve efficiency. The ideal candidate brings strong negotiation skills, sound market insight, and the ability to work cross-functionally to deliver measurable value.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Design and execute sourcing plans that support business priorities, operational demands, and long-term procurement objectives.<br>• Assess current and prospective suppliers using factors such as pricing, product quality, service levels, delivery dependability, and overall business fit.<br>• Build productive supplier relationships that encourage collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement.<br>• Lead commercial negotiations for agreements, pricing structures, and terms to secure favorable outcomes while protecting company interests.<br>• Oversee supplier performance through structured reviews, scorecards, and corrective action planning when needed.<br>• Research market conditions, industry developments, and supplier capabilities to uncover innovation and savings opportunities.<br>• Partner with teams across operations, finance, legal, product development, and other functions to align sourcing decisions with company needs and compliance standards.<br>• Identify process gaps, reduce procurement inefficiencies, and implement improvements that strengthen sourcing effectiveness and cost control.<br>• Evaluate supply-related risks, including disruption, quality concerns, and market fluctuations, and develop mitigation plans to support business continuity.<br>• Advance responsible procurement practices by supporting regulatory compliance and supplier alignment with environmental, social, and governance expectations.
We are looking for a detail-oriented Purchasing & Inventory Manager to support procurement and inventory operations in Nipomo, California. This Long-term Contract opportunity is ideal for someone who can balance supplier coordination, purchasing accuracy, and stock control while keeping day-to-day activities organized and efficient. The person in this role will work closely with internal teams to maintain material availability, oversee purchasing workflows, and help strengthen inventory practices. Success in this position requires sound judgment, strong follow-through, and at least 3 years of relevant experience.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Manage purchasing operations by reviewing supply needs, coordinating orders, and ensuring materials are obtained on time to support business demands.<br>• Prepare, issue, and monitor purchase orders while verifying pricing, quantities, and delivery expectations with vendors.<br>• Maintain accurate inventory records by tracking stock movement, reconciling discrepancies, and supporting asset inventory control.<br>• Partner with the purchasing department and cross-functional stakeholders to align procurement activity with operational priorities and sales-related needs.<br>• Evaluate vendor performance, communicate regarding order status, and resolve issues involving delays, shortages, or order discrepancies.<br>• Analyze purchasing and inventory data to identify trends, improve stock levels, and reduce unnecessary spending or excess inventory.<br>• Support merchant services and related purchasing activities by coordinating materials, documentation, and order fulfillment requirements.<br>• Assist with process updates or departmental workflow changes related to purchasing operations when needed, ensuring continuity and accuracy in daily tasks.
We are looking for a procurement support specialist to join a long-term contract assignment in Charlotte, North Carolina. This position works closely with supply chain, operations, and procurement teams to improve visibility into material status, resolve part-related issues, and help maintain continuity for site priorities. The ideal candidate will be comfortable managing tracking data, communicating updates across teams, and driving follow-up actions that support timely supplier performance and internal approvals.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Partner with supply chain managers, operations leaders, and value stream stakeholders each day to identify high-priority components and align support with business needs.<br>• Coordinate with procurement teams to escalate supplier concerns, secure delivery commitments, and maintain accurate records in internal tracking tools and reporting files.<br>• Monitor material availability and provide clear status updates on critical parts to operations and supply chain teams on a daily basis.<br>• Help remove internal barriers that delay part movement by following up on approvals tied to quality reviews, first article inspections, and engineering-related changes.<br>• Participate in recurring site, business unit, and supply chain meetings to share updates on part status and highlight open risks or required actions.<br>• Maintain commitment and demand tracking spreadsheets, including overdue items, to support planning visibility and follow-through.<br>• Gather updates on alternate sourcing options and document next steps while driving progress on unresolved supplier actions.<br>• Track open issue items and measure processing timelines to help prioritize urgent shortages and improve response speed.<br>• Support reporting, presentations, and data updates that strengthen forecasting accuracy and improve communication across stakeholder groups.
We are looking for an experienced Purchasing Manager to lead strategic procurement efforts in Kohler, Wisconsin. This role will guide sourcing decisions, strengthen supplier partnerships, and drive cost, risk, and performance improvements across purchasing operations. The position also works closely with cross-functional leaders to support business goals, advance new product initiatives, and ensure reliable material availability for a complex manufacturing environment.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Direct purchasing strategy across North American operations, aligning sourcing decisions with cost, quality, and supply continuity objectives.<br>• Lead supplier negotiations and category planning to improve commercial terms, reduce exposure to tariffs and market risks, and strengthen overall supply resilience.<br>• Oversee execution of cost-reduction initiatives, monitor procurement performance metrics, and provide clear updates to senior leadership on progress and priorities.<br>• Partner with internal teams across operations, engineering, finance, and business leadership to support procurement goals and resolve complex supply or resource challenges.<br>• Guide purchasing support for aftermarket business needs, ensuring timely material availability and coordinated engagement with relevant stakeholders.<br>• Drive procurement involvement in new product development programs, helping teams meet milestones and identify opportunities for scale, standardization, and value creation.<br>• Ensure purchasing practices follow global policies, governance standards, and established sourcing procedures across the organization.<br>• Lead, coach, and develop a high-performing procurement team while promoting accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement.<br>• Prepare recurring reports, maintain visibility into key initiatives, and define actionable next steps to keep business commitments on track.
We are looking for an experienced Supply Chain Manager to lead procurement, material planning, and supply continuity efforts for a manufacturing operation in Livermore, California. This role will guide a high-performing team, strengthen supplier partnerships, and support sound commercial decisions that improve cost, quality, and service. The ideal candidate brings strong leadership, analytical judgment, and the ability to work cross-functionally with technical and business stakeholders.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Lead supply chain, procurement, and material planning activities to maintain reliable product flow and support manufacturing performance.<br>• Direct and develop leaders and team members across the function, setting priorities, improving accountability, and building organizational capability.<br>• Negotiate supplier agreements and commercial terms while balancing cost, quality, delivery, and long-term business needs.<br>• Evaluate supplier performance, inventory trends, and operational data to identify risks and recommend effective corrective actions.<br>• Partner closely with Engineering, Operations, Quality, Finance, Legal, and senior leadership to align sourcing decisions with company objectives.<br>• Oversee supply risk mitigation strategies, including contingency planning and actions to reduce disruptions across the supplier base.<br>• Prepare clear recommendations and presentations for leadership using financial, operational, and supplier insights.<br>• Drive continuous improvement initiatives within procurement and supply chain processes, including lean practices, value analysis, and broader functional transformation efforts.