Supervising Buyer

Job Description

The Job

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.

EXCELLENT BENEFITS

To review job-specific benefits, refer to: Summary of Benefits and Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) .
The County also offers an alternative Modified Benefits Option (MBO) that provides a wage differential.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

Travel: A valid California Class C Driver License is 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.

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

Minimum Requirements

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 four (4) years of (full-time equivalent) direct buying experience for goods and services AND one (1) year of lead or 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
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 .

Desired Qualifications

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 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.

Selection Process

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, September 11, 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. Please note, if you do not receive an onscreen confirmation and an email acknowledging our receipt of your application, we have not received your application.

If you require technical assistance, review the Government Jobs online application guide or contact their Toll-Free Applicant Support line at (855) 524-5627. Please note that Human Resources is not responsible for any issues or delays caused by your internet connection, computer, or browser when submitting an application.

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

Supervisory Unit

San Bernardino County offers a range of benefit programs for employees and their eligible dependents. These include health, dental, vision, and life insurance, as well as a variety of other voluntary benefits. Programs and benefit amounts vary and are based on bargaining unit, family size, hire date, plan selection, and number of hours worked.

Please review the appropriate Summary of Benefits * for more information

Refer to the appropriate MOU, contact the County’s Employee Benefits and Services Division at (909) 387-5787 or visit the Employee Benefits website for more detailed information.

*Retirement benefits subject to change.

Closing Date/Time: 9/11/2026 5:00 PM Pacific