Description

San Joaquin County is seeking an innovative and strategic thinker to become the next Director of Purchasing & Support Services who will be committed to the overall success of the County by providing outstanding organizational Leadership. This executive at-will position reports directly to the County Administrator and will be expected to lead, motivate and manage the Purchasing team and will be tasked to identify strategies to improve current and future operations. The next Director will be joining a team that has earned the prestigious 2022 Achievement of Excellence in Procurement Award. The Ideal Candidate The Ideal candidate is operationally and strategically focused on the success of the organization, all county departments and the employees who are the backbone of this organization. You will bring with you a confidence in your abilities and an attitude that inspires others to excel in their achievements and continued efforts toward improvement. You will foster a work life balance for your organization that maximizes efficiencies and improves overall satisfaction in the workplace. You will be an exceptional team player collaborating effortlessly with all County Department Heads to support them in their efforts to achieve their objectives. About the Department There are some exciting initiatives coming this year for the Purchasing & Support Services Department that will center around enhancing economic growth in the San Joaquin market area by increasing the use of local small business enterprises in the County’s procurement and contracting activities. We are implementing an eProcurement System to track bids, proposals and increase local vendor bidding opportunities. Also, San Joaquin County is looking to improve the staffing rates, create a manager level position and Implement a Print Shop Store Front to streamline incoming and completed printing projects.

Requirements

Minimum Qualifications • Education: Bachelors degree in business administration, public administration, materiel management, economics, finance, or a related field. • Experience: Five years of senior-level management experience in professional purchasing or supply management, preferably in a public sector setting. Desirable Qualifications • Education: Masters degree in business administration, public administration, materiel management, economics, finance, or a related field. • Experience: Seven years of senior-level management experience in professional purchasing or supply management, preferably in a public sector setting. • Certification: Current certification from one of three following certifying agencies CPM, CPSM, ISM, CPPO, UPPCC, CCCM, CFCM or CPCM. Cashable Compensation: Step 1: Annual Salary $137,338 5% Deferred Comp $6,867 Vacation Cash-out 15 days annually $7,922 Car allowance $7,020 Cafeteria $24,023 Total: $183,170 Step 5 Annual Salary $166,935 5% Deferred Comp $8,347 Vacation Cash-out 15 days annually $9,631 Car allowance $7,020 Cafeteria $24,023 Total: $215,956

Application Process

Application and Selection FINAL FILING DATE: Friday, April 7, 2023 To be considered for this challenging and rewarding career opportunity, please submit your online application no later than 11:59 p.m. on the final filing date. This position is exempt from the San Joaquin County Civil Service system. Appointments to exempt positions are at-will and are not governed by the Civil Service. Successful candidates will be interviewed by The County Administrator. Employment will be conditional upon successfully passing a Department of Justice Live Scan fingerprinting, drug screen and background check. To apply, or for more information, visit our website at: https://www.jobapscloud.com/SJQ/sup/bulpreview.asp?R1=0323&R2=HB1950&R3=EX

Contact Info

Name: Mayra Nunez
Phone: 209-468-8579
Email: manunez@sjgov.org
Closing Date: April 7, 2023