Director OF Purchasing

Director – Purchasing & LogisticsNamed a 2025 Top Workplace in San Diego, Cajon Valley is recognized as an innovative K-8 school district that focuses on the strengths, values, interests, and well-being of our employees. Under the direction of the Assistant Superintendent-Business Services, plan, organize, control, and direct operations and activities involved in the purchasing of District supplies, services, and equipment; coordinate and direct warehouse functions including the receipt, processing, storage, and distribution of various District goods; coordinate communications, bids, contracts, special projects, personnel, and the processing of purchasing and warehouse documents to meet District needs and ensure smooth and efficient activities; supervise and evaluate the performance of assigned personnel. The incumbent in this classification assists in supporting students by providing leadership to the department to ensure the District is in legal compliance with all aspects of contracting and procurement; oversees all contracting and purchasing of services, supplies, materials, equipment, and construction; oversees District warehousing, delivery, and inventory processes which directly supports student learning.You're an excellent candidate for our Director – Purchasing & Logistics if you're a strategic, solutions-focused leader who thrives in a fast-paced environment, enjoys building strong partnerships, and is energized by the opportunity to lead purchasing, contracting, and logistics operations that directly support student learning. We're looking for someone who brings: Five years of increasingly responsible experience in public purchasing, contracting, warehousing, or related areas Bachelor's degree in business administration, accounting, or a related field (additional years of experience will count in lieu of education) Knowledge of procurement, contracts, bids, vendor relations, inventory, and warehouse operations Excellent communication, negotiation, analytical, and problem-solving skills A commitment to compliance, fiscal responsibility, collaboration, and exceptional customer service The ability to lead teams, manage competing priorities, and deliver timely, cost-effective solutions What it's Like to Work Here: Ask our employees and the one word they'd use to describe working at Cajon Valley is "family." Our team members all share a positive attitude, problem solving abilities and patience, enabling them to provide excellent customer service and meaningful contributions to our well-run district. Our culture, plus continuous opportunities for growth, have resulted in a workplace that is recognized as the Best Place to Live, Work, Play and Raise a Family. Don't miss out on this rewarding opportunity with us!Required documents must be attached to your online application (using MS Word.rtf or scanned.pdf format) no later than filing deadline. Incomplete applications will not be considered. All of the following documents are required for this position: • Cover letter • Resume (A detailed résumé summarizing professional experience and preparation.) Three letters of recommendations will be required for finalists at the time of the selection interview.Located in east San Diego County. The district is 66.3 square miles in size, and serves elementary students in grades K-8 feeding into the Grossmont Union High School District. The district has approximately 16,600 students, plus approximately 800 preschool students, with 26 schools (5 middle schools, 19 elementary schools, 1 preschool and 1 high school). The District is largely urban in nature with some rural areas. Regardless of what our employees' needs are, we meet them with the personalized attention only a caring school district can provide. Cajon Valley Union School District offers excellent benefits including medical, dental, and life insurance as well as generous vacation, holiday and sick leave pay. Applicants are notified via email of the status of their application within two weeks of application deadline. This recruitment is to establish an eligibility list that will be used to fill current and future vacancies up to one year. Non-Discrimination Policy Cajon Valley Union School District programs, activities, and practices shall be free from unlawful discrimination, harassment, intimidation, and bullying based on actual or perceived race, color, ancestry, national origin, ethnic group identification, age, religion, marital or parental status, physical or mental disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, or gender expression; or on the basis of a person's association with a person or group with one or more of these actual or perceived characteristics. A copy of CVUSD's uniform complaint policy and CVUSD's non-discrimination policy are available upon request. For questions or concerns regarding equity and Title lX, please contact: Michelle Hayes, Assistant Superintendent, Personnel Services 750 E. Main Street El Cajon, CA 92020 View phone number on click.appcast.io View email address on click.appcast.io For application status, email: View email address on click.appcast.io