Description We are working with a growing industrial services company to find a purchasing clerk in Baton Rouge, Louisiana. This role is focused on supporting the procurement and purchasing operations in our industry, working with a dedicated team in an office-based environment. Responsibilities • Efficiently prepare and process purchase orders to support business operations. • Collaborate with suppliers, negotiating pricing and delivery schedules to optimize business outcomes. • Maintain and manage supplier databases, ensuring that all contact details and pricing information is up to date. • Ensure all purchasing documents adhere to company policies and regulatory requirements. • Liaise with internal departments such as finance, warehouse, and operations to ensure purchasing needs are met. • Monitor and follow up on all orders to guarantee timely delivery. • Collaborate with inventory teams to maintain optimal stock levels. • Resolve any issues related to delayed shipments or incorrect orders promptly and efficiently. • Communicate regularly with suppliers about order status, delays, or discrepancies. • Address any invoice discrepancies with suppliers and accounting teams, ensuring a resolution is reached. • Utilize tools such as Accounts Payable (AP), Sage 100, Smartsheet, and other relevant software to facilitate purchasing processes and maintain accurate records. Requirements • Minimum of 2 years of experience working in a purchasing role. • Proficiency in Accounts Payable (AP) operations. • Thorough understanding and knowledge of buying processes. • Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written. • Experience with Sage 100 software is ideal. • Familiarity with Smartsheet for project management. • Extensive experience in managing and processing purchase orders. For confidential consideration, please reach out to Emily Schneller, Robert Half Recruiting Manager, at 504-264-5922. Thank you for your interest in Robert Half. 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) .