Procurement Specialist

Location: Los Angeles

Work Arrangement: Hybrid

Employment Type: Temporary

Our client (BigLaw) is seeking a Temporary Procurement Specialist to support the Procurement and Contracts Manager with the day-to-day operational activities that keep the firm's procurement function running smoothly.

This is a hands-on, highly administrative role focused on procurement support, data entry, data processing, and coordinating routine purchasing activities. Candidates with direct procurement experience are preferred; however, strong administrative professionals with solid data entry and data processing experience will also be considered.

Check you match the skill requirements for this role, as well as associated experience, then apply with your CV below.

Responsibilities

• Work closely under the direction of the Procurement and Contracts Manager.
• Obtain quotes and support the purchasing process.
• Prepare and issue purchase orders.
• Coordinate and obtain required spend approvals.
• Coordinate signatures and related documentation.
• Support and manage the firm's business card program.
• Perform accurate data entry and data processing.
• Conduct research and gather information as needed.
• Follow established processes and instructions and accurately process requests manually.
• Provide day-to-day administrative support to the procurement function.
• Maintain accurate records and documentation related to procurement activities.

Qualifications

• Prior experience in procurement, purchasing, buying, or a similar function is a plus.
• Strong administrative experience with data entry and data processing will be considered in lieu of direct procurement experience.
• Strong research and organizational skills.
• Ability to take direction and accurately process tasks manually.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• DocuSign experience required.
• Microsoft Office proficiency required.
• Experience with iManage or another document management system is a plus.
• Strong communication and follow-through skills. xhyhwjd

This is an excellent opportunity for someone with a strong administrative background who is detail-oriented, comfortable working with data, and interested in supporting procurement operations within a professional services environment.