Coordinator – Procurement Operations

Latham & Watkins

. Support the procurement function by managing purchase requisitions .

Posted 10/5/2026full-timeLos Angeles • California • United StatesJuniorMid-Level💰 $75,000 - $90,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in procurement management, including vendor relationship maintenance, purchase requisition coordination, and problem resolution. Proficient in maintaining procurement databases and ensuring timely acquisition of goods and services while safeguarding sensitive information.

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Procurement ManagementVendor Relationship ManagementPurchase Requisition CoordinationDatabase ManagementInterpersonal Communication

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Hard Skills

Purchase Requisition ManagementVendor SelectionBid Documentation ReviewOrder Modification AuthorizationProcurement Record Maintenance

Soft Skills

Interpersonal SkillsWritten CommunicationVerbal CommunicationTeam CollaborationCustomer Service Focus

Tools & Technologies

Procurement Database

Industry Keywords

Purchasing ExperienceFinancial Information ProtectionConfidential Information Management

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Support the procurement function by managing purchase requisitions
Maintain vendor relationships
Ensure timely and cost-effective acquisition of goods and services
Coordinate requisitions for supplies, services, and equipment
Review requisitions for bid instructions, purchase orders, vendor selection, and specifications
Follow up on purchase orders to determine delivery times and clarify back-orders
Provide delivery information to firm personnel
Cancel orders, expedite delivery, and authorize modifications as appropriate
Resolve purchase order, invoicing, and delivery complaints and problems
Maintain the procurement database, including purchase orders, bid documentation, specifications, correspondence, and purchase requisitions
Maintain accurate procurement records and vendor files
Coordinate communication and resolution of procurement issues with departments and vendors
Protect and maintain highly sensitive, confidential, privileged, financial, and proprietary information

Requirements

What you’ll need

High school diploma or equivalent
Bachelor’s degree with a management or finance background, preferably
Minimum of two years of related purchasing or database experience, preferably
Well-developed and professional interpersonal skills
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Ability to work in a team environment with a customer-service focus

Benefits

Comp & perks

Bonuses awarded in recognition of individual and firm performance
Healthcare, life and disability insurance
Generous 401k plan
At least 11 paid holidays per year
PTO program accruing 23 days during the first year and growing with tenure
Well-being programs, including mental health services, mindfulness and resiliency, medical resources, and well-being events
Professional development programs
Employee discounts
Affinity groups, networks, and coalitions for lawyers and staff
Hybrid and in-office flexible working schedule may be available