Purchasing Advisor IV
An electric utility client is looking for a Purchasing Advisor Negotiates favorable terms, volume discounts and long-term contracts with suppliers, prepares, and processes requisitions and purchase orders for the procurement of technical equipment, custom engineered products, systems, software or component
Location: Rosemead, CA (Hybrid)
Position: Purchasing Advisor
Pay Rate: $83.86/hr on W2
Duration: 6 Months or longer
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%).
- Operates with a high degree of autonomy and strategic influence; this role will partner closely with Procurement leadership and the internal Enterprise Learning & Development (EL&D) team to deliver structured, enterprise-aligned training programs and with Procurement stakeholders in resolving pain points.
- The role will focus on translating 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.)
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
• 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.
DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- 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.
About our client:
Our client is one of the largest electric utilities and a longtime leader in renewable energy and energy efficiency in the United States providing electricity for much of Southern California.
About APR:
Since 1980 APR Consulting, Inc. has provided professional recruiting and contingent workforce solutions to a diverse mix of clients, industries, and skill sets nationwide.
Qualified applications with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act.
We are an equal opportunity employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
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APR Consulting, Inc., is one of the most trusted talent acquisition and workforce solutions providers in the United States. Known for exceptional responsiveness, agile strategies, and consistently high-level talent, the firm has become a go-to for organizations and managed services providers navigating complex change and urgent challenges. Since its founding in 1980, APR has transformed from a California IT-focused staffing firm to a full-service solutions provider filling a wide range of positions and serving over eight industries — including aerospace and defense, healthcare, IT, telecom, hospitality/gaming, sports/entertainment, government, and utilities –– in all 50 states, with a loyal roster of more than 850 specialized professionals.