Job Title : Procurement Buyer I
Location : Newport Beach, CA 92660
Duration : 3 months Contract (Good Possibilities of extension)
Key Responsibilities :
- Create, review, and process purchase requisitions and purchase orders in Coupa.
- Manage approvals and workflows in alignment with corporate procurement policies.
- Source products and services from approved suppliers; ensure compliance with contracts and preferred supplier lists.
- Monitor order status, resolve discrepancies, and follow up with suppliers to ensure timely delivery.
- Act as first-line support for employees submitting requests through Coupa (punch-out orders, non-catalog requests, invoice issues).
- Collaborate with Accounts Payable to resolve invoicing and payment discrepancies.
- Maintain accurate purchasing data and ensure Coupa master data (supplier records) is up to date.
- Support sourcing initiatives and work with category managers to identify cost-saving opportunities.
- Provide training and guidance to end users on Coupa best practices.
The experience you bring :
Bachelor’s degree in business, Supply Chain, Procurement, or related field preferred2-4 years of purchasing / procurement experience; Coupa experience strongly preferred.Knowledge of Procure-to-Pay processes, supplier management, compliance.Advanced proficiency in Excel; strong skills in PowerPoint and Word.Strong mathematical and analytical skills with attention to detail.Ability to work independently and solve complex problems in a fast-paced environment.Excellent interpersonal, leadership, and communications skills.What makes you stand out :
Coupa Buyer and / or Coupa Admin certification a plus.Familiarity with business intelligence tools (e.g., Tableau, Alteryx, PowerBI).Experience with indirect procurement categories (IT, marketing, professional services, facilities, etc.).