Procurement Supervisor: Strategy, Bids & Vendor Oversight

City of Fresno; Fresno (CA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Fresno is seeking a dynamic Procurement Supervisor to lead a high-performing team and oversee citywide purchasing operations, bringing leadership, procurement expertise, and strategic vision to a role that drives impact.

Responsibilities include supervising staff, coordinating goals, managing purchase orders, requisitions, bids, contracts, and bid specifications; conducting bid conferences, vendor evaluations, and ensuring policy compliance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Public Administration, or related field.
• Three years of procurement and bidding experience, including at least one year in lead or supervisory role.
• Additional relevant experience may substitute for the required education.

Responsibilities

• Supervise, coordinate, and evaluate procurement staff.
• Oversee procurement goals, policies, and priorities.
• Manage purchase orders, requisitions, bids, and contracts.
• Prepare and review bid specifications and RFPs.
• Conduct bid conferences, openings, and vendor evaluations.
• Ensure compliance with laws, policies, and City requirements.
• Support departments with procurement guidance and information.
• Maintain vendor relations and monitor market conditions.
• Assist with budget preparation and procedure updates.
• Performs related duties as required.

Skills

Staff supervision

Procurement expertise

Bidding / RFPs

Vendor relations

Budgeting

Strategic procurement

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration/Public Administration

Job description

City of Fresno is seeking a dynamic Procurement Supervisor to lead a high-performing team and oversee citywide purchasing operations, bringing leadership, procurement expertise, and strategic vision to a role that drives impact.

Responsibilities include supervising staff, coordinating goals, managing purchase orders, requisitions, bids, contracts, and bid specifications; conducting bid conferences, vendor evaluations, and ensuring policy compliance.