OM 635: Strategic Total Cost Management - Position: Lecturer - Academic Year
- Semester: Spring 2026
- Day/Time: Tuesdays, from 3:00 to 5:00 p.m.
- Modality: In-person/Hybrid
- College: College of Business Administration
- Department: Operations, Supply Chain, and Business Analytics
The Department of Operations and Supply Chain Management at California State University San Marcos seeks a part-time lecturer for Spring 2026 to teach OM 635: Strategic Total Cost Management.
Course Description This course delves into the principles, tools, and strategies used by successful organizations to control and optimize supply chain costs. It covers vital topics such as sourcing strategies, spend management, supplier relationship management, and supply chain risk mitigation. Through case studies and practical applications, students will develop the ability to create and implement supply chain cost management solutions that drive business success.
Minimum qualifications: - Master’s degree or higher in a relevant field
- Per the California State University’s Out-of-State Employment Policy, the CSU is prohibited from hiring employees to perform CSU-related work outside California. Working in the State of California is a condition of employment.
Preferred qualifications: - Career experience in Operations, Supply Chain, Business Analytics
- Demonstrated teaching experience at a four-year university and/or community college
- Ability to communicate effectively with an ethnically and culturally diverse campus community
- Preference will be given to applicants who demonstrate intercultural competence and a commitment to serving a diverse campus community as it relates to teaching and, as applicable, service.
Salary commensurate with degree level and experience - Anticipated Hiring Salary Range: $5,507 - $6,677 per full-time month
The salary schedule information for the Lecturer - Academic Year Classification is available based on the following ranges:
- CSU Classification Salary Range Lecturer A - AY: $5,507 - $6,677 per full-time month
The anticipated hiring range is generally at or near the minimum of the appropriate range, commensurate with education and experience.
Application: To apply, please prepare to submit the following:
- Your completed faculty application
- Curriculum Vitae (uploaded)
- Contact information for three current references
- Letter of interest (uploaded)
- Student’s Teaching Evaluations (if taught before)
Timeline: A review of applications will begin on October 27, 2025; however, the position will remain open until filled.
The University is particularly interested in candidates who have experience working with students from diverse backgrounds and a demonstrated commitment to improving access to higher education for under-represented groups.
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California State University San Marcos is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider qualified applicants for employment without regard to age, physical or mental disability, gender or sex, genetic information, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, medical condition, nationality, race or ethnicity, religion or religious creed, sexual orientation, and veteran or military status.
Per the California State University’s Out-of-State Employment Policy, the CSU is prohibited from hiring employees to perform CSU-related work outside California. Working in the State of California is a condition of employment
This position is subject to employment verification, education verification, reference checks and criminal record checks. An offer of appointment is contingent upon successful completion of a background check, including a criminal records check, and may be rescinded if the background check reveals disqualifying information and/or it is discovered that the candidate knowingly withheld or falsified information.
The person holding this position is considered a mandated reporter under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and is required to comply with the requirements set forth in in CSU Executive Order 1083 Revised December 22, 2020 as a condition of employment. An offer of employment is contingent upon execution of an Acknowledgement of Mandated Reporter Status and Legal Duty to Report Child Abuse and Neglect form. Signing the form is a prerequisite to employment and failure to sign will result in any offer of employment being withdrawn.
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Advertised: Oct 06 2025 Pacific Daylight Time
Applications close: May 31 2026 Pacific Daylight Time
