Supervising Buyer

San Bernardino County • San Bernardino, CA

11d • Onsite

About The Position

The Purchasing Department is recruiting for a Supervising Buyer who plans and supervises the activities of a procurement unit; reviews and approves purchase orders and contracts; performs complex negotiations and value analysis; is involved with policy recommendations and legal matters; and makes and carries out challenging purchasing decisions. For a more detailed description, refer to the Supervising Buyer job description.

Requirements

• Must possess a completed/awarded Bachelor's degree in purchasing/supply management, business/public administration, economics, accounting, finance or related field.
• Must possess four (4) years of (full-time equivalent) direct buying experience for goods and services
• Must possess one (1) year of lead or supervisory experience.
• A valid California Class C Driver License is required
• Mileage reimbursement and proof of automobile liability insurance must be maintained.
• Candidates selected for this position must pass a background investigation and medical examination including drug screening.
• San Bernardino County is not able to consider candidates who will require visa sponsorship at the time of application or in the future.

Nice To Haves

• Possession of Certified Public Purchasing Buyer (CPPB) or Certified Professional in Supply Management (CPSM) certification.
• Experience in a centralized, public sector purchasing department with direct buying experience.
• Customer service driven and results-focused in order to provide prompt and efficient service, including prioritization of customer services.
• Excellent organizational and leadership skills.

Responsibilities

• Plans and supervises the activities of a procurement unit
• Reviews and approves purchase orders and contracts
• Performs complex negotiations and value analysis
• Involved with policy recommendations and legal matters
• Makes and carries out challenging purchasing decisions

Benefits

• EXCELLENT BENEFITS
• Summary of Benefits and Memorandum of Understanding (MOU)
• The County also offers an alternative Modified Benefits Option (MBO) that provides a wage differential.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager