Procurement Manager - City of Stockton, CA

Located in California’s great Central Valley with a population of over 320,000 and an estimated 9,500 businesses , the City of Stockton is a 65-square-mile multicultural community and urban destination with rich culture, arts, fine dining, shopping, sports, recreation, and family activities.  As the 11th largest city and 8th to incorporate in California , Stockton is home to professional sports teams, cultural festivals, museums, theaters, and a revitalized downtown and waterfront that stands out as a “ cultural powerhouse where a rich tapestry of backgrounds converges into a thriving hub for attractions, performances and events ”.

Located 60 miles east of the San Francisco Bay Area and 45 miles south of Sacramento, Stockton is also centrally situated for an easy, convenient, and scenic drive to numerous world-famous attractions such as Lake Tahoe, Yosemite National Park, and the California Coast.  Stockton has many local natural resources, including the San Joaquin Delta which provides numerous opportunities for water skiing, sailing, and other water activities. To learn more about this dynamic city, please visit www.stocktonca.gov .

The City of Stockton seeks an experienced local government professional with background in procurement and its multi-faceted functions to serve as the next Procurement Manager.   Candidates with the ability to effectively manage the work volume and workflow, think creatively, and be solution oriented make ideal candidates.

The next Procurement Manager will be :

A proven team builder who fosters a high-performing, solution-oriented work environment.

A personable and approachable leader who values transparency, practices an open-door policy, and is committed to staff development.

A supportive and communicative manager with a strong administrative and leadership presence.

A change agent— innovative, flexible, and resilient—ready to help lead the City through new opportunities and challenges.

This is an exciting opportunity to make a lasting impact on a growing and vibrant community, working alongside a dedicated team.

The annual salary range for this outstanding opportunity is $134,217.24 to $173,420.19. Placement within this range is dependent upon qualifications.

Filing Deadline :   December 28, 2025

Resumes are acknowledged within 2 business days.

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