Long Beach Transit (LBT) is dedicated to connecting communities and moving people…making everyday life better. Our vision is to be a leading provider of transportation options delivering innovative and high-performing services within a multi-modal network that transforms the social, environmental and economic well-being of the diverse communities we serve. As an organization we focus our employees on our vision to: Consider the customer first in decision making by being of service to others Operate with Integrity-especially when no one is watching Be open to new ideas and Continuous Improvement

• seek ways to improve current processes Be Proactive
• take personal ownership especially when things go wrong. Cultivate the Potential of each and every employee
• we must strengthen LBT through development and training Under the direction of the Manager, Purchasing the Procurement Specialist delivers crucial analytical support to the Procurement department by analyzing data, identifying trends, and generating actionable insights to improve purchasing strategies.

The role conducts financial analysis, spend analysis, and analyzes data for reports related to Key Performance Indicators (KPI's) and to meet LBT's reporting requirements. Additionally, this position conducts purchasing activities including handling purchase requisitions, soliciting vendor quotes, and the procurement of materials, supplies, and services in compliance with applicable public procurement rules and regulations. This role also includes administrative tasks to support the procurement department with office operations and administrative duties.