Buyer I

Location: Los Angeles, CA
Job Type: Contract-to-Hire
Schedule: 9/80 Schedule, Monday through Friday, 7:30 AM - 5:00 PM, with alternating Fridays off
Work Arrangement: Hybrid

Company Overview

Our client is a large public-sector organization that provides essential infrastructure and operational services to support millions of residents and businesses. With a strong commitment to operational excellence, fiscal responsibility, and public service, the organization manages complex procurement activities that support a wide range of engineering, construction, maintenance, and administrative operations. Employees work in a collaborative, team-oriented environment focused on delivering high-quality service and maintaining transparency, accountability, and compliance.

Job Overview

We are seeking a detail-oriented Buyer I to join a fast-paced Procurement team supporting a large public-sector organization. This role is responsible for purchasing materials, supplies, equipment, and services while ensuring compliance with procurement policies and procedures. The ideal candidate will have experience processing purchase orders, negotiating pricing, expediting deliveries, resolving purchasing issues, and maintaining accurate procurement documentation.

This position is well suited for someone who thrives in a collaborative environment, enjoys multitasking, and can effectively manage competing priorities while maintaining exceptional attention to detail.

Key Responsibilities

• Process purchase orders for materials, supplies, equipment, services, and minor construction-related purchases.
• Draft and execute purchase orders, blanket agreements, and master contracts in accordance with procurement policies.
• Source materials, supplies, and equipment while ensuring compliance with specifications and operational requirements.
• Negotiate pricing, terms, and conditions with suppliers to obtain the best value.
• Monitor purchase order status, delivery schedules, and expected receipt dates to ensure timely delivery.
• Coordinate with vendors to expedite orders, resolve delays, backorders, and delivery issues.
• Investigate and resolve purchasing, invoicing, and contract discrepancies within procurement and financial systems.
• Analyze bid documents for completeness, accuracy, and compliance with procurement requirements.
• Maintain accurate procurement records, contract files, and purchasing documentation to support audit requirements.
• Communicate purchasing updates and delivery information with internal customers and stakeholders.
• Support procurement operations by preparing reports and maintaining purchasing data within automated procurement systems.
• Collaborate with internal departments and suppliers to ensure efficient procurement processes.