Purchasing Advisor - Procurement

the Client•Rosemead, CA

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

This senior-level role serves as a subject matter expert responsible for leading the development, compilation, approval, and execution of procurement training programs (~70%) and applying advanced business process improvement principles to design standardized, scalable, repeatable solutions that enhance procurement capability, contract literacy, and organizational effectiveness (~30%). The role operates with a high degree of autonomy and strategic influence, partnering closely with Procurement leadership, the internal Enterprise Learning & Development (EL&D) team, and Procurement stakeholders to deliver structured, enterprise-aligned training programs and resolve pain points. The role will translate procurement policies, contract frameworks, and best practices into practical, accessible learning experiences and process documentation that improve performance and reduce contractual and operational risk. Note: Procurement wants to focus on practical application and action-heavy training, not lecture-based formats.

Requirements

Extensive experience in procurement, contract management, or business process improvement initiatives.
Demonstrated ability to design and deliver training programs in complex, cross-functional environments.
Strong working knowledge of contract terms, procurement processes, and supplier negotiation dynamics.
Proven experience collaborating with Legal and Learning & Development teams.
Expertise in translating complex subject matter into clear, structured, and actionable training content.
Strong project management skills, including planning, stakeholder coordination, and tracking execution.
10 or more years of Procurement experience.
Bachelor's Degree required.

Nice To Haves

Experience in utility, regulated, or large enterprise procurement environments.
Experience developing training for procurement agents or contract professionals.
Strong facilitation and communication skills, with ability to influence at multiple organizational levels.

Responsibilities

Serve as a senior subject matter expert responsible for leading the development, compilation, approval, and execution of procurement training programs (~70%) and applying advanced business process improvement principles to design standardized, scalable, repeatable solutions that enhance procurement capability, contract literacy, and organizational effectiveness (~30%).
Operate with a high degree of autonomy and strategic influence; partner closely with Procurement leadership, the internal Enterprise Learning & Development (EL&D) team, and Procurement stakeholders to deliver structured, enterprise-aligned training programs and resolve pain points.
Translate procurement policies, contract frameworks, and best practices into practical, accessible learning experiences and process documentation that improve performance and reduce contractual and operational risk.