Procurement Supervisor

What's The Role And What You'll Do
The City of Mountain View is looking for a dynamic , forward-thinking professional to step into the role of Procurement Supervisor. We are seekingsomeone who is ready to lead with integrity , foster collaboration , and make a lasting impact across our organization.
In this vital position, you’ll report to the Purchasing and Support Services Manager and oversee a team of two Buyers and one Warehouse Worker. You’ll take the lead in managing the full lifecycle of procurement activities, ensuring that goods and services procured by the City meet the highest standards of fairness, transparency, and efficiency. Your work will directly support every City department, from fire and police to public works, community services, and beyond, enabling them to serve our vibrant, diverse community with excellence. As a key member of our Finance and Administrative Services team, you’ll be trusted to solve problems, improve processes, and build strong relationships both within and outside the organization. We’re a city that values initiative, invests in its employees, and embraces new ideas! If you’re ready to grow your career in an environment that values service, teamwork, and impact, we want to hear from you.
For more about our team’s mission and services, visit: Finance & Administrative Services – Purchasing — where centralized purchasing ensures fair, transparent, and competitive procurement across the organization.
Note : Procurement Supervisor is a working title for the classification Supervising Buyer .
What You'll Do
As the Procurement Supervisor , you will:

Lead, mentor, and train staff assigned to the City’s centralized purchasing and warehouse operations.
Process purchase requisition requests from all City departments and consult with user departments in developing complex and detailed specifications and contracts.
Prepare a variety of formal and informal solicitations and specifications for complex, technical, or large-scale purchases.
Conduct open and fair solicitations; confer with internal customers to develop solicitations and review, analyze, and perform due diligence on responses received.
Manage the organization of materials in the warehouse to achieve maximum efficiency of inventory levels, operation, and optimum utilization of space.
Communicate and negotiate with vendors to ensure that the City secures maximum quality of products and services at the right price and the right time.
Perform outreach and training for vendors regarding conducting business with the City.
Assist with administration of the City's Procurement Card program.
Ensure compliance with laws, regulations, and standards.
The Essentials

Three years of increasingly responsible experience performing buying activities.
Equivalent to a Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university with major course work in Purchasing, Business Administration, Public Administration, or a closely related field.
Bonus Points

One year of supervisory experience, college course work in supervisory management, or completion of the City’s supervisory training course.
Public procurement and warehouse operations/inventory management experience.
Possession of a Certified Public Procurement Buyer (CPPB) certification or equivalent.
Are We a Match?
You Are Someone Who

Is results-driven with strong analytical and decision-making skills.
Thrives in a collaborative, fast-paced environment.
Values integrity, fairness, and compliance in public purchasing.
Communicates clearly and builds strong relationships with staff, vendors, and departments.
Brings a creative mindset and resilience when solving complex procurement challenges.
Apply Now
Submit your application and resume online at governmentjobs.com or to the Human Resources Department; City of Mountain View, 500 Castro Street, Mountain View, CA 94041, (650) 903-6309. Please provide a valid email address on your application. Application materials will be screened on a continuous basis with a new application review date of Tuesday, September 30, 2025, at 5:00 pm (PST). Applications received by this date will be prioritized. Qualified candidates are encouraged to apply early as this recruitment may close at any time.
Candidates with the most relevant qualifications will be invited to the following process:

Oral Board Interview Panel (weighted 100%) via video conference (Zoom) on Thursday, October 9, 2025.
In-person Department Interview – Select candidates who pass the oral board interview may be invited to meet with staff from the Finance and Administrative Services Department for a more in-depth discussion regarding the position and their qualifications.
Depending on the number of applicants, this process may be altered.
Fine Print. The annual salary range is $120,688 - $163,284 with a control point of $141,987. Pay beyond the control point may be awarded for exceptional experience and qualifications upon hire and/or for meritorious performance while serving. Candidates with a disability who may require special assistance in any phase of the application or testing process should advise the Human Resources Department upon submittal of application. Documentation of the need for accommodation must accompany the request. The City of Mountain View is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). Prior to hire, candidates are required to successfully complete a pre-employment process, including employment verification, Department of Justice (DOJ) and FBI fingerprint check. A conviction history will not necessarily disqualify an applicant from appointment; however, failure to disclose a conviction will result in disqualification or termination.
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