LHH is seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Purchasing Specialist to manage procurement activities and ensure the timely and cost-effective acquisition of goods and services. This role supports the purchasing team by maintaining vendor relationships, tracking orders, and ensuring compliance with company policies.

Key Responsibilities:

• Coordinate and process purchase orders in accordance with company procedures.
• Communicate with vendors to obtain pricing, availability, and delivery schedules.
• Monitor inventory levels and reorder supplies as needed.
• Track and expedite orders to ensure timely delivery.
• Maintain accurate records of purchases, pricing, and other important data.
• Collaborate with internal departments to understand purchasing needs and specifications.
• Resolve issues related to delivery, quality, or pricing discrepancies.
• Assist in evaluating supplier performance and maintaining approved vendor lists.

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent; Associate???s or Bachelor???s degree in Business, Supply Chain, or related field preferred.
• 2+ years of experience in purchasing, procurement, or supply chain coordination.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Excellent communication and negotiation abilities.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and purchasing software (e.g., SAP, Oracle, QuickBooks).
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.

Preferred Skills:

• Experience with ERP systems.
• Knowledge of inventory management principles.
• Familiarity with vendor contract terms and compliance standards.

Salary for this role is $45,000 - $55,000 dependent on experience.

Benefit offerings available for our associates include medical, dental, vision, life insurance, short-term disability, additional voluntary benefits, EAP program, commuter benefits and a 401K plan. Our benefit offerings provide employees the flexibility to choose the type of coverage that meets their individual needs. In addition, our associates may be eligible for paid leave including Paid Sick Leave or any other paid leave required by Federal, State, or local law, as well as Holiday pay where applicable.

Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled

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The Company will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records in accordance with federal, state, and local laws and/or security clearance requirements, including, as applicable:

• The California Fair Chance Act
• Los Angeles City Fair Chance Ordinance
• Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers
• San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance