Description We are in search of a dedicated Purchasing Agent to be a part of our team in Goleta, California. As a Purchasing Agent, your role will be centered around handling and processing purchase orders and contracts, ensuring a seamless buying process. You will be utilizing your software application skills alongside your ability to interpret complex purchasing documents. Your responsibilities would also include managing the Purchasing Database and ensuring the maintenance of department's legal standards. Responsibilities: • Overseeing and administering the update of project information in the Purchasing Database by accurately interpreting and translating document content. • Ensuring the smooth operation of mail handling, including sorting, delivering, and tracking mail items as needed. • Assisting with the preparation of bulk mail, handling certified mail, and tracking crucial documents or packages. • Diligently reviewing purchasing requisitions and supporting documents to ensure compliance with department requirements and legal standards. • Utilizing comprehensive software applications skills for efficient work processing. • Effectively reading, understanding, and interpreting complex purchasing documents, including legal and financial content. • Adapting quickly to new software and tools, particularly in Microsoft Office applications and Enterprise Resource Planning solutions. • Managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced work environment. • Interacting professionally with internal teams, vendors, and stakeholders through effective written and verbal communication skills. Requirements • Proficiency in Accounting Software Systems is necessary • Familiarity with ERP - Enterprise Resource Planning is required • Ability to effectively use ERP Solutions is expected • Must have a good understanding of Accounting Functions • Experience with Accounts Payable (AP) is essential • Knowledge about Buying Processes is a must Robert Half is the world’s first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles. Robert Half works to put you in the best position to succeed. We provide access to top jobs, competitive compensation and benefits, and free online training. Stay on top of every opportunity - whenever you choose - even on the go. Download the Robert Half app (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/mobile-app) and get 1-tap apply, notifications of AI-matched jobs, and much more. All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information. © 2025 Robert Half. An Equal Opportunity Employer. M/F/Disability/Veterans. By clicking “Apply Now,” you’re agreeing to Robert Half’s Terms of Use (https://www.roberthalf.com/us/en/terms) .