Procurement Supervisor

AAA • Costa Mesa, CA

5d

About The Position

The Procurement Supervisor manages daily purchasing operations and leads a team of Buyers to ensure procurement tasks are completed accurately, efficiently, and in compliance with regulations. Additionally, this supervisor oversees the fleet management administrator, who provides support for the company's vehicle fleet. The position collaborates with various departments, handles escalated issues, and promotes consistency throughout the Procure-to-Pay process. A vital aspect of the role includes integrating new markets, systems, and procedures to drive operational growth and improve efficiency.

Requirements

• High School Diploma required; Bachelor’s preferred.
• 5+ years of procurement experience.
• Strong understanding of ERP platforms and procurement fundamentals.
• Proficiency across Microsoft applications, including Excel, Word, Outlook, Teams, and related tools.
• Experience in leading and supervising procurement teams.
• Strong analytical skills.
• Skilled at cross‑functional collaboration.
• Experience supporting system upgrades and integrations.
• Expertise in training, documentation, and process optimization.
• Demonstrated mastery of Oracle ERP, with the ability to train users, troubleshoot issues, and optimize procurement workflows within the platform.
• Ensure compliance with procurement policies and labor laws.
• May require occasional travel or on‑site support.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop a team of 7, setting a culture of excellence, accountability, and continuous improvement.
• Recruit, interview, and hire new team members; make recommendations on promotions, compensation adjustments, and corrective actions.
• Oversee performance evaluations, coach team members, and reinforce high standards.
• Ensure staffing and labor decisions comply with relevant policies and laws.
• Oversee and approve Buyer Purchase Orders.
• Serve as the go‑to contact for procurement inquiries and guide Buyers through conflicting or ambiguous requests.
• Own escalations and drive rapid resolution.
• Ensure the Procure‑to-Pay process is executed efficiently.
• Support monthly audits for policy compliance.
• Generate monthly procurement reports and provide insights.
• Collaborate with internal teams to refine processes and recommend improvements.
• Ensure Buyers and end users are fully trained in ERP functions.
• Partner with IT on system integrations, updates, and testing.
• Maintain and enhance training materials.
• Lead implementation of ERP systems into new markets.
• Oversee procurement programs including office supplies, IT standards, and ergonomic initiatives.
• Provide guidance, support, and supervision to the Fleet Administrator to ensure effective management of the company's vehicle fleet and drivers, with consistent adherence to policies, maintenance schedules, and established procedures.

Benefits

• Health coverage for medical, dental, vision
• 401(K) saving plans with company match AND Pension
• Tuition assistance
• Floating holidays and PTO for community volunteer programs
• Paid parental leave
• Wellness programs
• Employee discounts (membership, insurance, travel, entertainment, services and more!)

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED