Jobs · Purchasing · California

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

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