<p>We are looking for a detail-oriented Purchasing Specialist to join our team on a Contract-to-Permanent basis in Calabasas, California. This role involves overseeing procurement processes, managing vendor relationships, and ensuring cost-effective purchasing strategies. The ideal candidate will have a strong ability to collaborate across departments and drive operational excellence.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Create and manage accurate purchase orders to support time-sensitive production needs.</p><p>• Process goods receipts for purchase orders to ensure timely financial recognition.</p><p>• Investigate and resolve outstanding purchase transactions efficiently.</p><p>• Analyze spending data to identify opportunities for cost savings, with a focus on production and operational expenditures.</p><p>• Collaborate with operations, finance, and procurement teams to maintain clear communication and streamline purchasing processes.</p><p>• Facilitate effective sourcing techniques while tracking vendor KPIs to ensure compliance and performance.</p><p>• Negotiate with vendors to maintain high standards of product and service quality.</p><p>• Prepare and submit necessary documentation for onboarding new vendors.</p><p>• Build and maintain strong relationships with vendors to achieve mutually beneficial outcomes.</p><p>• Take on special projects and tasks as assigned, with occasional travel as required.</p>
We are looking for a detail-oriented Purchasing Agent to join our dynamic team in Los Angeles, California. In this Contract-to-permanent position, you will play a vital role in managing procurement activities, ensuring timely delivery, and maintaining strong vendor relationships. If you have a passion for efficient purchasing operations and thrive in a fast-paced environment, we encourage you to apply.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Process purchase orders for IT equipment, ensuring accuracy and compliance with company standards.<br>• Negotiate pricing and contract terms with vendors to secure the best possible deals.<br>• Coordinate with suppliers to guarantee timely and precise order placement.<br>• Oversee open orders and monitor delivery schedules to avoid delays.<br>• Maintain detailed and organized purchasing records for tracking and reporting purposes.<br>• Collaborate with internal teams to align procurement activities with organizational needs.<br>• Utilize advanced Excel functions, such as pivot tables and VLOOKUPs, to analyze purchasing data and trends.
<p><strong>Chief Operating Officer (COO) – Manufacturing | 100% Onsite – Los Angeles, CA</strong></p><p>Our client, a well-established and growing manufacturing company in Los Angeles, is seeking an experienced and strategic <strong>Chief Operating Officer (COO)</strong> to lead all aspects of operations. This <strong>100% onsite position</strong> is ideal for a hands-on leader who can drive process improvement, scale production, and build high-performing teams in a fast-paced environment.</p><p>The COO will oversee manufacturing, supply chain, logistics, and quality operations while collaborating with ownership and senior leadership to ensure efficiency, profitability, and sustainable growth.</p><p><strong>Key Responsibilities:</strong></p><p> • Lead day-to-day operations, including manufacturing, production planning, supply chain, logistics, and distribution.</p><p> • Partner with ownership and the executive team to execute strategic plans and operational initiatives.</p><p> • Implement process improvements and lean manufacturing practices to enhance productivity and reduce costs.</p><p> • Ensure production goals are met with a focus on safety, quality, and on-time delivery.</p><p> • Oversee procurement, vendor management, and inventory control to support continuous production flow.</p><p> • Develop and monitor KPIs to measure performance and identify opportunities for improvement.</p><p> • Collaborate with finance on budgets, forecasts, and capital investment strategies.</p><p> • Partner with HR on organizational development, workforce planning, and leadership training.</p><p> • Foster a culture of accountability, teamwork, and continuous improvement.</p><p><strong>Qualifications:</strong></p><p> • Bachelor’s degree in Business, Operations Management, Engineering, or related field; MBA preferred.</p><p> • 10+ years of progressive experience in manufacturing operations, including senior management or COO-level leadership.</p><p> • Proven success managing large-scale production and supply chain operations.</p><p> • Strong knowledge of lean manufacturing, process improvement, and operational excellence.</p><p> • Skilled communicator with the ability to lead cross-functional teams and drive results.</p><p> • Experience with ERP systems and data-driven decision-making.</p><p><strong>Why Join:</strong></p><p> • Established, financially stable company experiencing strong growth.</p><p> • Opportunity to lead transformative operational initiatives and make a direct impact.</p><p> • Collaborative leadership team and strong company culture.</p><p> • Competitive executive compensation and benefits package.</p><p>If you are a results-oriented operations leader with a passion for manufacturing excellence and strategic growth, we encourage you to apply today.</p><p><br></p><p>For confidential consideration, please email your Robert Half recruiter. If you're not currently working with anyone at Robert Half, please click "Apply" or call 562-800-3963 and ask for David Bizub. Please reference job order number 00460-0013322883. email resume to [email protected]</p>
<p>We are looking for an experienced and strategic Supply Chain Manager to lead and optimize our supply chain operations. In this role, you will be responsible for overseeing production planning, inventory management, and vendor relationships to ensure efficient and cost-effective operations. This position requires a combination of strong analytical abilities, leadership skills, and cross-functional collaboration to meet organizational goals.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Develop and execute production schedules to ensure timely and efficient delivery of products.</p><p>• Coordinate with domestic and international contract manufacturers to monitor production timelines, address potential delays, and confirm material availability.</p><p>• Track customer commitments and replenishment orders, ensuring raw materials, packaging, and components are available to meet deadlines.</p><p>• Manage purchasing, inventory, and production data using Sage100 software to maintain operational accuracy.</p><p>• Oversee inventory control processes to optimize stock levels and minimize waste and overstock.</p><p>• Supervise and guide a team of buyers, providing clear direction on priorities, deadlines, and vendor communications.</p><p>• Partner with the Warehouse Operations Director to ensure seamless inbound logistics and accurate system updates for deliveries.</p><p>• Identify and implement process improvements to enhance operational efficiency and reduce redundancy.</p><p>• Collaborate with multiple departments, including Product Development, Sourcing, Logistics, Sales, and Customer Service, to resolve production challenges and maintain on-time delivery.</p><p>• Build and maintain strong relationships with suppliers and contract manufacturers to uphold quality, cost, and service standards.</p>
