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Los Angeles, CA

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$40/hr

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$45/hr

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Marketing

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Syndicatebleu

This opportunity is with a client of Career Group, a premier, Women-Owned recruiting agency recognized nationwide for excellence in corporate and administrative staffing. We connect talented professionals with top companies and act as trusted career advisors every step of the way.

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This opportunity is with a client of Career Group Search, a Women-Owned executive search firm and part of the Career Group Companies network. We specialize in high-level placements from VP to C-level, partnering with innovative companies and industry leaders.

This opportunity is through Career Group Events, a Women-Owned staffing firm trusted by leading brands to support their high-profile events. From festivals and trade shows to brand activations, we connect dynamic talent with unforgettable experiences.

This is an internal opportunity within Career Group Companies, a premier, Women-Owned recruitment and advisory firm recognized by Forbes as one of America's Best Recruiting Firms. With over 40 years of experience, we are known for our high-touch, personalized approach and our commitment to excellence.

Procurement & Business Affairs Specialist

Our client, a PR/Marketing & Communications firm, has an immediate need for a detail-driven and strategic Procurement & Business Affairs Specialist to help manage vendor sourcing, pricing negotiations, and contract coordination across a variety of creative, marketing, and production initiatives. This role is perfect for someone who thrives in a collaborative, fast-paced environment and can balance operational precision with big-picture thinking.

This is an ASAP need; MUST be available to start Monday, July 28th.


What You’ll Do:‍

  • Own the end-to-end RFI and RFP process—coordinating vendor outreach, proposal evaluation, and selection
  • Review and analyze cost proposals, identifying value opportunities and areas for optimization
  • Partner with cross-functional teams (marketing, finance, legal) to align on project scopes, timelines, and deliverables
  • Draft and manage contracts, including SOWs and MSAs, in alignment with organizational policies
  • Maintain a centralized vendor library with rates, performance benchmarks, and historical data
  • Track vendor performance and address any compliance or service-related issues
  • Deliver insights and reporting around procurement trends, risk mitigation, and cost efficiency

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What We’re Looking For:

  • 4+ years of experience in procurement, sourcing, or business affairs—preferably in marketing, production, or consumer goods
  • Strong background managing RFPs and evaluating supplier pricing and scope
  • Comfortable navigating complex vendor agreements and internal approval processes
  • Confident communicator with excellent stakeholder and relationship management skills
  • Proficient in Excel and data analysis; able to clearly present key takeaways and cost models
  • A proactive mindset with a high attention to detail and a drive to improve processes
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Nice to Have:‍

  • Familiarity with procurement practices at large global companies
  • Understanding of creative production agreements and pricing structures
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Please submit a resume for immediate consideration.

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