Description We are looking for a dynamic Purchasing Manager to join our team in Calabasas, California. This Contract-to-permanent position offers an exciting opportunity to manage procurement processes, optimize vendor relationships, and contribute to cost-saving initiatives. The ideal candidate will bring expertise in purchasing operations and demonstrate a commitment to maintaining quality and efficiency. Responsibilities: • Create and issue accurate purchase orders for production-related expenses, ensuring timeliness. • Process goods receipts for purchase orders to guarantee prompt financial recognition. • Resolve outstanding purchase transactions by performing reconciliations and ensuring timely follow-up. • Analyze spend data to identify opportunities for cost savings, focusing on production and operational expenditures. • Collaborate with operations, finance, and procurement teams to maintain clear communication and efficient purchasing practices. • Implement sourcing strategies and monitor vendor performance through KPIs to ensure compliance. • Negotiate with vendors to maintain high standards for product and service quality. • Submit required documentation for new vendor setups in a timely manner. • Build and nurture strong relationships with vendors, fostering mutually beneficial partnerships. • Take on special projects and tasks as assigned, with occasional travel as needed. Requirements • Minimum of 2 years of experience in purchasing or procurement roles. • Proficiency in managing purchase orders and ensuring accuracy. • Strong ability to develop and maintain vendor relationships. • Experience in reconciling financial transactions and resolving discrepancies. • Analytical skills to assess spend data and identify cost-saving opportunities. • Effective communication and collaboration skills to work across departments. • Knowledge of vendor compliance and performance tracking through KPIs. • Flexibility to handle special projects and travel when required. Robert Half is the world’s first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles. Robert Half works to put you in the best position to succeed. We provide access to top jobs, competitive compensation and benefits, and free online training. Stay on top of every opportunity - whenever you choose - even on the go. Download the Robert Half app (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/mobile-app) and get 1-tap apply, notifications of AI-matched jobs, and much more. Robert Half will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act. All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information. © 2025 Robert Half. An Equal Opportunity Employer. M/F/Disability/Veterans. By clicking “Apply Now,” you’re agreeing to Robert Half’s Terms of Use (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/terms) .