Job Description
Job Description
Overview
We are seeking a highly organized and proactive Coordinator to support procurement and contingent workforce operations within a dynamic Research and Development environment. This role requires strong communication, multitasking, and problem-solving skills to manage purchasing activities, vendor relationships, and hiring logistics across cross-functional teams.
Key Responsibilities
Procurement Operations
- Coordinate procurement activities to support R&D team needs
- Submit and track purchase requests through all stages of the procurement lifecycle
- Collaborate with cross-functional partners to escalate and resolve issues as needed
- Liaise with external vendors to address procurement, logistics, and invoicing challenges
- Identify and document recurring issues to support process improvement initiatives
People Operations
Manage and track hiring requests for contingent workforce engagementsSchedule interviews and coordinate logistics for contingent worker hiringMaintain communication channels for contingent workforce requests and updatesGather and organize stakeholder input to support management decision-makingPrepare status reports and documentation for internal reviewPartner with the Operations Program Manager to resolve hiring roadblocks and track escalationsRequired Skills & Qualifications
Minimum 3 years of experience in a coordination or operations roleSelf-motivated, eager to learn, and collaborative in sharing knowledge with team membersProficient in communication tools such as Outlook, Calendar, and Office 365Excellent written and verbal communication skillsStrong customer service orientation and collaborative problem-solving approachExceptional organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities under pressureExperience maintaining project documentation and presenting updates to leadershipStrong interpersonal skills to engage effectively with technical and non-technical stakeholdersPreferred
Familiarity with project management tools (e.g., Asana, Trello, Smartsheet)Education
Bachelor's degree in a relevant field or equivalent professional experiencePursuant to the California Fair Chance Act, Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers, Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, qualified applicants will be considered for assignment with arrest and conviction records. Criminal history may have a direct, adverse, and negative relationship with some of the material job duties of this position. These include the duties and responsibilities listed above, as well as the abilities to adhere to company policies, exercise sound judgment, effectively manage stress and work safely and respectfully with others, exhibit trustworthiness, meet client expectations, standards, and accompanying requirements, and safeguard business operations and company reputation.
Location : Remote (United States)
Role type : Contract 12 Month Position
Expected hours : 40 per week
Benefits :
Dental insuranceHealth insuranceHealth savings accountLife insurancePaid time offRetirement planVision insuranceSchedule :
8 hour shiftMonday to FridayApplication Question(s) :
Do you or will you in the future require any sponsorship to work in the US?Language :
English (Required)