Procurement Supervisor

University-of-California,-Riversid; Riverside (CA); On-site; USD 78,000 - 93,000; Full time

Job summary

University of California, Riverside seeks a Procurement Supervisor to lead procurement, travel, and inventory functions for four research-oriented departments at the BMP Administrative Unit. You will supervise staff, ensure compliance with campus policies, and guide complex purchasing and contracts.

The role requires training and performance feedback to staff, support for fiscal year-end reconciliation, and accurate asset records for 800+ items in a busy academic setting.

Qualifications

• Leads procurement, travel, and inventory operations for four research departments.
• Ensures compliance with university policies and procedures.
• Provides training and performance feedback to staff and supports year-end reconciliation.

Responsibilities

• Oversee procurement, travel, and inventory functions across the BMP Administrative Unit.
• Supervise a team of procurement and travel professionals and ensure high service levels.
• Provide guidance on complex purchasing, high-value equipment orders, and contract agreements.

Skills

Procurement leadership

Inventory management

Staff supervision

Vendor relations

Job description

Priority Application Deadline: 08/14/2026

Overview

Job ID 37799114
Category Campus Administration and Operations
Organization College of Natural & Agricultural Sciences
Department BMPN Administration Dept
Location Main Campus - UCR
Salary $78,200 - $141,400
Date Posted July 31, 2026
Application Deadline Open Until Filled
Schedule 8AM - 5PM
Full/Part Time Full-time(100%)
Level of Supervision Direction
Personnel Program Code Professional & Support Staff
Other Information Qualifies for Employee Referral Bonus: No
UC Internal Job: No

Position Information

The Procurement Supervisor plays a vital leadership role within the BMP Administrative Unit, overseeing all procurement, travel, and inventory functions that support four research-intensive academic departments and affiliated research centers. This position is responsible for supervising a team of procurement and travel professionals, ensuring compliance with University policies and procedures while maintaining a high standard of customer service to faculty, staff, and research personnel. The Procurement Supervisor serves as the primary subject matter expert for complex purchasing activities, including high-value equipment orders, custom lab supplies, and contract agreements. In addition to overseeing daily operations, the role provides training, performance feedback, and procedural guidance to staff, supports fiscal year-end reconciliation, and maintains inventory records for over 800 tagged assets. This position is critical to the continuity and efficiency of financial and operational support.The full salary range for the Procurement Supervisor is $78,200.00 - $141,400.00 annually. However, the expected pay scale for this position is $78,200.00 - $93,275.00 annually. We base salary offers on a variety of considerations, such as education, licensure and certifications, experience, and other business and organizational needs.Applicants must have current work authorization when accepting a UCR staff position. Currently, we are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa for staff.As a University employee, you will be required to comply with all applicable University policies and/or collective bargaining agreements, as may be amended from time to time. Federal, state, or local government directives may im

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