Purchasing Manager

San Bernardino County; San Bernardino (CA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

San Bernardino County is seeking a Purchasing Manager to oversee procurement of goods, supplies, equipment and services for County departments, districts and affiliates. The role monitors compliance with policies and develops procedures, providing leadership within a centralized purchasing function.

Ideal candidates have five years of procurement experience with two years in supervision, and a Bachelor's degree in a related field; Master’s may substitute for one year of experience.

Qualifications

• The candidate must have a completed Bachelor's degree in purchasing/supply management or related field.
• Five (5) years of procurement or direct buying experience, with two (2) years in full-scope supervision.
• A Master's degree may substitute for one year of experience.
• All information must be clearly detailed on the application and supplemental questionnaire; resumes are not reviewed.
• Degrees from outside the U.S. require evaluation for equivalency.

Responsibilities

• Manage the department's procurement program for goods, supplies, equipment and services.
• Monitor compliance with procurement policies and develop policy and procedures.
• Provide leadership and supervision to the procurement staff.

Education

Bachelor's degree in purchasing/supply management, business/public administration, economics, accounting, finance or related field

Master's degree substituting for one year of experience

CPPB certification

CPSM certification

Job description

The Purchasing Department is recruiting for a Purchasing Manager who manages the department's program for procurement of goods, supplies, equipment and services for use by County departments, districts and affiliates and monitors compliance of the procurement program with County, agency and policies; develops policy and procedures.

For a more detailed description, refer to the Purchasing Manager job description.

EXCELLENT BENEFITS

To review job-specific benefits, refer to: Summary ofBenefits and Memorandum of Understanding (MOU).

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

Travel: A valid California Class C Driver License may be required to carry out the essential job-related functions of this position. Mileage reimbursement and proof of automobile liability insurance must be maintained.

Background: Candidates selected for this position must pass a background investigation and medical examination including drug screening; candidates selected for law enforcement departments, public safety positions, or positions where legally required, must pass a more stringent background check.

Sponsorship: San Bernardino County is not able to consider candidates who will require visa sponsorship at the time of application or in the future.

CANDIDATES MUST MEET THE FOLLOWING REQUIREMENTS:

• EDUCATION: Must possess a completed/awarded Bachelor's degree in purchasing/supply management, business/public administration, economics, accounting, finance or related field.
• EXPERIENCE: Must possess five (5) years of (full-time equivalent) experience of procurement or direct buying experience for goods and services AND two (2) years of full-scope supervisory experience.
• SUBSTITUTION: A Master's degree from an accredited institution in a qualifying field may substitute for one (1) year of the experience requirement.
• IMPORTANT NOTES: All work experience and education information must be clearly detailed and demonstrated on the application AND supplemental questionnaire to ensure qualifications are properly considered (resumes are not reviewed). All information must be current and up to date.
• EDUCATION (continued): Qualifying degrees or coursework must be completed at a college or university accredited by any accrediting association recognized by the United States Department of Education. Degrees or coursework completed outside the U.S. must be accompanied with an evaluation report from a reputable credential evaluation service showing equivalency to degrees or coursework completed at a college or university accredited by any accrediting association recognized by the United States Department of Education. (Must be attached if applicable.) For education evaluation services, refer to Naces.

The ideal candidate will exhibit the following abilities and/or attributes:

• 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 purchasing and buying experience, contract administration experience, and strong knowledge of procurement policies.
• Customer service driven and results-focused in order to provide prompt and efficient service, including prioritization of customer services.
• Forward-thinking and innovative, with the ability to identify initiatives, motivate the team, and effect change.
• Problem solver with excellent organizational, communication, and leadership skills.

Examination Procedure

There will be a competitive evaluation of qualifications based on a review of the Application and Supplemental Questionnaire; therefore, it is to your advantage to provide as much relevant and detailed work experience as possible, as resumes will not be reviewed in lieu of the application materials.

Application Procedure: Please complete and submit the online employment application and supplemental questionnaire by 5:00 pm, Friday, August 28, 2026.

To ensure timely and successful submission of your online application, please allow ample time to complete and submit your application as soon as possible. Applicants will be automatically logged out if they have not submitted the application and all required materials prior to the posted deadline. Once your application has been successfully submitted, you will receive an onscreen confirmation and an email. We recommend that you save and/or print these for your records.

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EEO/ADA: San Bernardino County is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) compliant employer, dedicated to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all employees and applicants.

ADA Accommodation: If you have a disability and need accommodations during the testing process, please submit the Special Testing Accommodations Request Form within one week of a recruitment filing deadline.

Veterans’ Preference: Eligible veterans and their spouses or widows/widowers who are not current County employees may receive additional Veterans' Preference points. For details and instructions on how to request these points, please refer to the Veterans' Preference Policy. All Veterans Preference documentation (originals not required) must be submitted within 48 hours of submitting your application.

For important details about the employment and application process, including helpful tips, review the links below:

• Employment Hiring Process Information
• SBC LevelUp - The Hiring Journey
• Guide to Completing a County Job Application