Purchaser

We are looking for a detail-oriented Purchaser to support material procurement activities in Fullerton, California. This role focuses on securing the right products at the right time by coordinating with suppliers, monitoring purchasing needs, and helping maintain reliable inventory flow. The ideal candidate brings sound judgment, strong organizational skills, and experience managing day-to-day buying activities in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Source materials and products from approved suppliers while balancing cost, quality, and delivery expectations.
• Create, review, and manage purchase orders to ensure timely and accurate procurement transactions.
• Communicate with vendors to confirm pricing, availability, lead times, and shipment schedules.
• Track open orders and follow up on delays or discrepancies to minimize disruptions to operations.
• Partner with internal teams to understand purchasing needs and align orders with business demand.
• Maintain purchasing records and documentation to support accuracy, reporting, and audit readiness.
• Evaluate supplier performance and help identify opportunities to improve service, pricing, or reliability.
• Assist with procurement-related process updates or system-related changes as needed within daily purchasing operations.
• Experience in purchasing, buying, or procurement within a business or manufacturing environment.
• Working knowledge of purchasing procedures, order processing, and supplier coordination.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining accuracy and attention to detail.
• Strong communication skills for working effectively with vendors and internal stakeholders.
• Proficiency with purchasing systems, spreadsheets, and standard business software.
• Analytical skills to compare pricing, review order status, and support sound purchasing decisions.
• Ability to work independently and contribute to a collaborative team environment.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 and get 1-tap apply, notifications of AI-matched jobs, and much more.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 and Privacy Notice.