Purchasing Specialist

Job Description

Job Description

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.

Responsibilities :

• Create and manage accurate purchase orders to support time-sensitive production needs.
• Process goods receipts for purchase orders to ensure timely financial recognition.
• Investigate and resolve outstanding purchase transactions efficiently.
• Analyze spending data to identify opportunities for cost savings, with a focus on production and operational expenditures.
• Collaborate with operations, finance, and procurement teams to maintain clear communication and streamline purchasing processes.
• Facilitate effective sourcing techniques while tracking vendor KPIs to ensure compliance and performance.
• Negotiate with vendors to maintain high standards of product and service quality.
• Prepare and submit necessary documentation for onboarding new vendors.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with vendors to achieve mutually beneficial outcomes.
• Take on special projects and tasks as assigned, with occasional travel as required.
• At least 4 years of experience in purchasing or procurement roles.
• Proficiency in managing vendor relationships and ensuring compliance.
• Strong knowledge of creating and processing purchase orders.
• Ability to analyze spending data and implement cost-saving strategies.
• Excellent communication skills to collaborate across departments.
• Experience in negotiating with vendors to uphold quality standards.
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational and problem-solving skills.
• Willingness to travel occasionally for business needs.