Purchasing-Procurement consultant jobs in Santa Ana, CA

Oct 20, 2026

Full time

$101,275 - $139,339 yearly

Orange County Transportation Authority Orange, CA

Job Description Senior Contract Administrator – Capital Projects Under general direction, manages complex procurement and contract administration activities supporting OCTA's major capital improvement projects and transportation programs. This position plays a key role in delivering high-profile infrastructure projects by coordinating competitive procurements, administering contracts, and ensuring compliance with applicable policies, procedures, and funding requirements. This is an exempt position in salary grade 205: Min – $101,275.20 | Mid – $120,307.20 | Max – $139,339.20/annually. The starting salary will be within this range based on qualifications. This posting will remain open until a candidate is selected. What You’ll Do Manage complex procurements and contract administration activities for major transportation and capital improvement projects. Develop and administer requests for proposals, invitations for bids, cooperative agreements, and other...

AW

Oct 23, 2026

Temporary

Sourcing Lead Buyer

$35.00 - $40.00 hourly

At Work Group Santa Ana, CA

Sourcing Lead Buyer – Strategic Sourcing Pay: $35–$40 per hour Schedule: Monday– Friday | Flexible start between 6: 30– 8: 00 AM | 8-hour shift Position Overview The Sourcing Lead Buyer drives strategic sourcing for complex engineered components such as precision machined parts, castings, forgings, weldments, and electrical assemblies. The Sourcing Lead Buyer manages global suppliers, develops dual-source strategies, and strengthens supplier capabilities to ensure cost efficiency, quality, delivery reliability, and supply continuity. Working cross-functionally with Engineering, Quality, and Manufacturing teams, the Sourcing Lead Buyer evaluates technical requirements, reviews engineering drawings, and ensures suppliers meet production, compliance, and performance standards. This role also supports supply chain stability through supplier development, risk mitigation, and long-term sourcing strategies. Key Responsibilities Lead sourcing...

AW

Oct 23, 2026

Temporary

Buyer III

$33.00 - $35.00 hourly

At Work Group Santa Ana, CA

Pay: $33.00 - $35.00 per hour Job description: Position Overview We are looking for an experienced Buyer III to manage strategic purchasing and supplier relationships. This role focuses on sourcing materials, negotiating with vendors, controlling costs, and ensuring materials are available when needed. What You’ ll Do Develop and manage sourcing strategies for assigned materials and products. Identify, evaluate, and maintain relationships with suppliers. Negotiate pricing, contracts, and purchasing terms. Monitor supplier quality, delivery, and overall performance. Ensure materials arrive on time to support production. Monitor inventory levels and help prevent shortages. Manage multiple suppliers and purchasing categories. Support purchasing for new products and engineering changes. Identify opportunities to reduce costs and improve purchasing processes. Work with internal teams to improve supply chain efficiency. Help develop and...

Oct 23, 2026

Full time

Senior Associate, Procurement

L3Harris Anaheim, CA

L3Harris is dedicated to recruiting and developing high-performing talent who are passionate about what they do. Our employees are unified in a shared dedication to our customers’ mission and quest for professional growth. L3Harris provides an inclusive, engaging environment designed to empower employees and promote work-life success. Fundamental to our culture is an unwavering focus on values, dedication to our communities, and commitment to excellence in everything we do. L3Harris is the Trusted Disruptor in defense tech. With customers’ mission-critical needs always in mind, our employees deliver end-to-end technology solutions connecting the space, air, land, sea and cyber domains in the interest of national security. Job Title: Sr Assoc, Procurement Job Location: Anaheim, CA; Millersville, MD; Camden, NJ or Northampton, MA Job Schedule: 9/80 Job Description: Maintain strategic alliances and partnerships that have already been established by the...

Oct 20, 2026

Full time

Specialist Procurement (Material Estimator)

L3Harris Anaheim, CA

L3Harris is dedicated to recruiting and developing high-performing talent who are passionate about what they do. Our employees are unified in a shared dedication to our customers’ mission and quest for professional growth. L3Harris provides an inclusive, engaging environment designed to empower employees and promote work-life success. Fundamental to our culture is an unwavering focus on values, dedication to our communities, and commitment to excellence in everything we do. L3Harris is the Trusted Disruptor in defense tech. With customers’ mission-critical needs always in mind, our employees deliver end-to-end technology solutions connecting the space, air, land, sea and cyber domains in the interest of national security. Job Title: Specialist, Procurement (Material Estimator) Job Location: Anaheim, CA Job Schedule: 9/80 Job Description: The Material Estimator will work and is responsible for accurately compiling the complete cost of materials...

Oct 02, 2026

Full time

Manager Procurement

L3Harris Anaheim, CA

L3Harris is dedicated to recruiting and developing high-performing talent who are passionate about what they do. Our employees are unified in a shared dedication to our customers’ mission and quest for professional growth. L3Harris provides an inclusive, engaging environment designed to empower employees and promote work-life success. Fundamental to our culture is an unwavering focus on values, dedication to our communities, and commitment to excellence in everything we do. L3Harris is the Trusted Disruptor in defense tech. With customers’ mission-critical needs always in mind, our employees deliver end-to-end technology solutions connecting the space, air, land, sea and cyber domains in the interest of national security. Job Title: Manager, Procurement Job Location: Camden NJ, Millersville MD, Northampton MA, Herndon VA, or Anaheim CA (On-Site) Job Schedule : 9/80 Job Description: The Manger of Procurement is responsible for all aspects of material...

Oct 15, 2026

Full time

Sr. Buyer

$80,000 - $95,000 yearly

Arrowhead products Los Alamitos, CA

Job Summary Sr. Buyer is responsible for procuring, at minimum total costs, the necessary materials, components and/or sub-assemblies to manufacture saleable products. Negotiate for and procure a variety of assigned commodities including those which are non-standard or of a technical nature. Develop suppliers to meet our delivery, cost and quality requirements while maintaining assigned inventory levels. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Evaluate prices, specifications, delivery dates, award bids and place orders with suppliers. Prepare purchasing documentation and verify nomenclature and specifications of purchasing requisitions. Develop expertise on procurement of commodities related products and components that support Aerospace requirements. Implement continuous replenishment strategies with assigned suppliers. Execute supplier rationalization plans and support transition to existing and/or new suppliers. Support negotiation and execution of commercial...

Oct 01, 2026

Full time

Procurement Specialist

$70,123 - $96,814 yearly

Long Beach Transit Long Beach, CA

Long Beach Transit (LBT) is dedicated to connecting communities and moving people…making everyday life better. Our vision is to be a leading provider of transportation options delivering innovative and high-performing services within a multi-modal network that transforms the social, environmental and economic well-being of the diverse communities we serve. As an organization we focus our employees on our vision to: Consider the customer first in decision making by being of service to others Operate with Integrity-especially when no one is watching Be open to new ideas and Continuous Improvement – seek ways to improve current processes Be Proactive - take personal ownership especially when things go wrong. Cultivate the Potential of each and every employee – we must strengthen LBT through development and training Under the direction of the Manager, Purchasing the Procurement Specialist delivers crucial analytical support to the Procurement department by analyzing...

Oct 22, 2026

Full time

Buying & Planning (Experienced & Senior)

Amazon Los Angeles, CA

Multiple openings. Amazon has 3 openings for this role in Los Angeles County (Culver City, Hawthorne, Santa Monica). Apply once and your Veteran Staffing Consultant will help match you to a location and schedule. Amazon is hiring for several Buying & Planning (Experienced & Senior) roles in this county. Requirements, pay and duties differ by role, so each role's full description is on Amazon's careers site at the address listed beside it. Demand Planning Manager, Blink and Ring Global Demand (amazon.jobs/en/jobs/10543996) Sr Brand Mgr, Live Event Merch, Amazon Music Merch (amazon.jobs/en/jobs/10503768) Senior Customer Success Manager, Consumables, Mass Beauty, Consumables, Mass Beauty (amazon.jobs/en/jobs/10560566)

Oct 22, 2026

Full time

Procurement (Experienced & Senior)

Amazon Los Angeles, CA

Multiple openings. Amazon has 2 openings for this role in Los Angeles County (NORTHRIDGE, Northridge). Apply once and your Veteran Staffing Consultant will help match you to a location and schedule. Amazon is hiring for several Procurement (Experienced & Senior) roles in this county. Requirements, pay and duties differ by role, so each role's full description is on Amazon's careers site at the address listed beside it. Materials Program Manager, KGS - 2 openings (amazon.jobs/en/jobs/10584072)

Oct 26, 2026

Full time

Buyer - Quantum Hardware, Center for Quantum Computing

Amazon Pasadena, CA

External job description: Amazon Center for Quantum Computing (CQC) in Pasadena, CA, is looking to hire a Buyer with experience in fast paced research and development procurement who will aid in Amazon's effort to bring cloud quantum computing services to its worldwide customer base. This role requires an individual who can balance working and communicating with multiple stakeholders including internal teams such as finance, import / export teams and legal. On this team you will wear many hats, work smart, and iterate quickly. We’re looking for someone who can define a vision for a technical and business opportunity and then execute on that vision. Successful applicants will have a strong background in the procurement of heavy machinery, lab supplies, testing equipment, capital assets, chemicals as well as scientific equipment and vacuum systems. Your responsibilities will include RFPs / RFIs, contract negotiations, purchase order creations, BPO and other expenses, NDAs and...

Oct 23, 2026

Full time

Buyer II - Purchasing

$34.32 - $46.82 hourly

County of Riverside Riverside, CA

ABOUT THE POSITION The County of Riverside's University Health System - Medical Center department seeks a Buyer II to join their Purchasing team in Riverside. Under direction, the incumbent will be responsible for creating purchase orders, providing order status updates to departments, educating department staff on purchasing guidelines and protocols, assisting with vendor registrations, and collaborating with Accounts Payable to mitigate vendor payment issues as needed; purchasing or negotiating to purchase materials, supplies, equipment, and services for use by County agencies, departments, districts, and affiliates, and performs other related duties as required. The most competitive candidates will possess the following professional experience with: Peoplesoft Financials experience At least 2 years of experience in vendor relations and/or buying capacity, preferably for goods and services This position has a 9/80 schedule: M-F,...

Sep 18, 2026

Full time

Director of Procurement & Strategic Sourcing

Yuhaaviatam of San Manuel Nation Highland, CA

Under the direction of the Vice President, Procurement Services, the Director, Procurement leads the execution of daily purchasing operations and strategic sourcing, ensuring excellence for customers in a shared values environment while ensuring alignment with enterprise goals and objectives; planning and execution; and process, talent, and system optimization. This role provides guidance and leadership to all stakeholders and has overall responsibility for maintaining the highest level of quality, controls, transparency, and value throughout the procurement cycle. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES 1. Drives performance and operational excellence and inspires the shared values purchasing team by fostering a high-performing culture and tracking improvements in daily purchasing efficiency and strategic sourcing outcomes. 2. Partners with enterprise stakeholders on a wide range and depth of purchasing activities and strategic sourcing initiatives, leveraging best practices...

Aug 24, 2026

Full time

Procurement Specialist

Yuhaaviatam of San Manuel Nation Highland, CA

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES 1. Reviews and processes purchase orders and requisitions for goods and services. Processes all procurement transactions in compliance with established laws, ordinances, policies and ethical principles. 2. Collaborates with internal departments to understand each department’s procurement needs and provide support. 3. Sources and evaluates suppliers, negotiates pricing, and monitor supplier performance 4. Assist end users with the development of specifications to ensure product and service needs are well-defined and regularly used items are accurately and correctly maintained in Procure-to-Pay (P2P) system catalogs. 5. Identifies and realizes cost-saving and cost-reduction opportunities without compromising supply assurance or quality. 6. Arranges and conducts job walks, pre-bid or proposal conferences, vendor demonstrations...

14 consultant jobs found in Santa Ana, CA