Procurement Director
Robert Half · Oakland, CA · 2 days ago
On-sitePurchasingFull-time
Responsibilities
- Lead purchasing activities by researching suppliers, managing bids, comparing options, and negotiating pricing and contracts.
- Oversee purchasing operations, including purchase requests, purchase orders, budget tracking, spending reports, inventory oversight, and process improvements.
- Work with leadership and departments to support purchasing needs, provide training and guidance, assist with IT purchases, and improve procurement processes.
- Develop and enforce purchasing policies, standardize procedures, manage vendor contracts, and identify cost-saving opportunities.
- Manage vendor agreements, track renewals and compliance, maintain accurate records, coordinate contract reviews, and resolve vendor issues when needed.
Requirements
- 7+ years of experience in purchasing, procurement, vendor management, or contract oversight with increasing levels of responsibility.
- Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, Supply Chain, Public Administration, or a related field.
- Experience creating and improving procurement processes, policies, and systems within growing organizations.
- Advanced knowledge of procurement software, ERP platforms, contract management systems, and purchasing tools.
- Skilled in managing RFPs, reviewing bids, negotiating supplier agreements, and overseeing contracts.
- Strong ability to analyze spending, evaluate vendors, identify savings opportunities, and support business decisions.
- Working knowledge of budgeting, accounting, and procurement practices, with the ability to collaborate across Finance, Operations, and Legal teams.
- Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to provide clear recommendations to leadership.
- Proven ability to handle multiple priorities, manage complex projects, meet deadlines, and adapt in a fast-paced environment.
- Strong organizational and project management skills, with experience coordinating stakeholders and delivering successful results.
Qualifications
- Professional purchasing certification (CPM, CPPB, CPPO, or similar) is a plus.
Skills
- Supplier engagement
- Contract discussions
- Purchase order oversight
- Compliance and cost control
Benefits
- Medical
- Vision
- Dental
- Lifetime Disability Insurance
- 401(k) Plan
Pay
TBD
Schedule
TBD