Procurement Manager
Robert Half · Salinas, CA · 1 mo ago
On-sitePurchasingFull-time
Responsibilities
- Lead procurement, storage, and distribution activities that support property management and facilities needs across the organization.
- Guide and develop purchasing and inventory staff through coaching, work allocation, scheduling, and performance oversight.
- Build and maintain effective supplier relationships, assess vendor capabilities, and identify dependable sources for goods and services.
- Manage purchase order activity and daily buying tasks for supplies, equipment, materials, and outsourced services.
- Direct competitive sourcing efforts by preparing bid documentation, reviewing proposals, and recommending vendors based on value, quality, and compliance.
- Negotiate pricing, service terms, and contractual agreements when formal bid processes are not required.
- Track active contracts and vendor performance to confirm adherence to service levels, timelines, pricing, and agreed terms.
- Partner with operations, maintenance, facilities, and finance teams to resolve purchasing requests, invoice questions, coding issues, and payment concerns.
- Oversee inventory records, physical counts, and asset control for tools, equipment, and supplies across warehouse and property locations.
- Prepare reports, analyses, and operational updates for leadership while escalating procurement risks and recommended actions when needed.
Requirements
- At least 2 years of experience in procurement, purchasing, or supply chain leadership.
- Practical experience creating and managing purchase orders and day-to-day buying activities.
- Working knowledge of procurement operations, vendor management, and contract administration.
- Demonstrated ability to negotiate pricing, terms, and purchase agreements with suppliers.
- Experience supporting inventory control, asset tracking, and physical inventory processes.
- Strong organizational skills with the ability to review documentation for accuracy, compliance, and completeness.
- Effective communication skills for collaboration with cross-functional teams and external vendors.
Qualifications
- High school diploma or equivalent.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.
- Ability to travel up to 25%.
Skills
- Strategic sourcing
- Supplier management
- Contract administration
- Inventory control
- Vendor negotiation
- Operational planning
- Team leadership
Benefits
- Medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance.
- Access to top jobs, competitive compensation and benefits.
- Free online training.
- Company 401(k) plan.
Pay
- Competitive salary and benefits package.
Schedule
- Full-time position.