Procurement Jobs in San Diego, CA
Procurement jobs in San Diego are in strong demand, concentrated in Kearny Mesa, Sorrento Valley, and downtown's Central Business District across defense contracting, biotech, and healthcare. Employers hiring right now include Intuit, HII, and Saalex. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.
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Date: Oct 30, 2026
Location: San Diego, CA, California, United States
Company: HII's Mission Technologies division
Requisition Number: 30958
Required Travel: 0 - 10%
Employment Type: Full Time/Salaried/Exempt
Anticipated Salary Range: $59,920.00 - $75,000.00
Security Clearance: None
Level of Experience: Mid
This opportunity resides with Global Security (GS). Mission Technologies’ Global Security (GS) group comprises live, virtual, constructive (LVC) solutions; fleet sustainment; nuclear and environmental; and Australia business.
As a trusted partner to our military customers, HII designs, develops and operates the largest LVC enterprise that prepares warfighters for cross-domain battle. With advanced technologies to enable mission readiness, HII understands that preparation requires full coordination—not readiness in piece-parts.
For more than 40 years, the U.S. Navy has entrusted HII to maintain and modernize the vast majority of its fleet. With a holistic approach to life-cycle maritime defense systems—from small watercraft to submarines, surface combatants and aircraft carriers—HII ensures a high state of readiness.
HII supports the Department of Energy’s national security mission through the management and operation of its sites, as well as the safe cleanup of legacy waste across the country. HII meets clients’ toughest nuclear and environmental challenges.
Leadership Mindset at HII – Mission Technologies
Leadership at HII is a mindset, not a title. Through our Leadership Capability Framework, we define how every employee grows, leads, and contributes—regardless of role. It sets the standard for how you can develop yourself and what you can expect from leaders across our organization. We look for candidates who want to grow in alignment with these capabilities:
- Know & Grow Your People – Commit to learning and supporting team success.
- Build Relationships – Communicate openly, collaborate well, and build trust.
- Take Ownership – Deliver on commitments and take pride in your work.
- Customer First – Focus on the mission and those we serve.
- Shape the Future – Bring ideas, curiosity, and continuous improvement.
- Act with Urgency – Take initiative and follow through with purpose.
These capabilities guide how all employees contribute to our shared success across Mission Technologies.
Summary
Join HII as we keep the world's most powerful Navy afloat! The Platform Modernization (PM) team is currently looking for a Procurement Planning Control Representative. The person in this role will be responsible for sourcing, purchasing, and coordinating materials and services to support efficient production and inventory operations. This is a full-time position, located in San Diego, CA.
Essential Job Responsibilities
Minimum Qualifications
- 3 years relevant experience with Bachelors in related field; 1 year relevant experience with Masters in related field; or High School Diploma or equivalent and 7 years relevant experience.
- Experience obtaining vendor quotes and validating cost, lead time, and vendor reliability per Statement of Work (SOW) requirements.
- Strong communication and coordination skills for interacting with vendors, suppliers, task leads, and management.
- Ability to coordinate deliveries and pickups to maintain task schedules.
- Proficiency in creating purchase orders, entering data, and maintaining BOMs, spreadsheets, and material lists.
- Ability to generate management reports on materials and funding status.
Preferred Requirements
- Defense contracting or DoD program support experience.
- Procurement/requisition process experience.
- Knowledge of Costpoint (Deltek) software.
- Success in fast‑paced, detail‑oriented, deadline‑driven environments.
- Experience collaborating across cross‑functional teams.
Physical Requirements
The listed salary range for this role is intended as a good faith estimate based on the role's location, expectations, and responsibilities. When extending an offer, HII's Mission Technologies division takes a variety of factors into consideration which include, but are not limited to, the role's function and a candidate's education or training, work experience, and key skills.
Meet HII’s Mission Technologies Division
Our team of more than 7,000 professionals worldwide delivers all-domain expertise and advanced technologies in service of mission partners across the globe. Mission Technologies is leading the next evolution of national defense – the data evolution - by accelerating a breadth of national security solutions for government and commercial customers. Our capabilities range from C5ISR, AI and Big Data, cyber operations and synthetic training environments to fleet sustainment, environmental remediation and the largest family of unmanned underwater vehicles in every class. Find the role that’s right for you. Apply today. We look forward to meeting you.
To learn more about Mission Technologies, click here for a short video: https://vimeo.com/732533072
HII is more than a job - it’s an opportunity to build a new future. We offer competitive benefits such as best-in-class medical, dental and vision plan choices; wellness resources; employee assistance programs; Savings Plan Options (401(k)); financial planning tools, life insurance; employee discounts; paid holidays and paid time off; tuition reimbursement; as well as early childhood and post-secondary education scholarships. Bonus/other non-recurrent compensation is occasionally offered for qualified positions, and if applicable to this role will be addressed by the recruiter at the screening phase of application.
Why HII
We build the world’s most powerful, survivable naval ships and defense technology solutions that safeguard our seas, sky, land, space and cyber. Our workforce includes skilled tradespeople; artificial intelligence, machine learning (AI/ML) experts; engineers; technologists; scientists; logistics experts; and business administration professionals.
Recognized as one of America’s top large company employers, we are a values and ethics driven organization that puts people’s safety and well-being first. Regardless of your role or where you serve, at HII, you’ll find a supportive and welcoming environment, competitive benefits, and valuable educational and training programs for continual career growth at every stage of your career.
Together we are working to ensure a future where everyone can be free and thrive.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, physical or mental disability, age, or veteran status or any other basis protected by federal, state, or local law.
Do You Need Assistance?
If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process, please send an e-mail to buildyourcareer@hii-co.com and let us know the nature of your request and your contact information. Reasonable accommodations are considered on a case-by-case basis. Please note that only those inquiries concerning a request for reasonable accommodation will be responded to from this email address. Additionally, you may also call 1-844-849-8463 for assistance. Press #3 for HII Mission Technologies.
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Procurement Jobs in San Diego: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a procurement job in San Diego?
Focus your search on San Diego's dominant hiring sectors: defense and aerospace contractors in Kearny Mesa and Miramar, biotech and life sciences firms in Torrey Pines and Sorrento Valley, and hospital systems and healthcare networks citywide. Candidates with experience in government contracting, Federal Acquisition Regulation compliance, or supplier diversity programs stand out in this market. Certifications like CPSM or CPPM also carry real weight with local employers.
Which companies hire procurements in San Diego?
San Diego procurement roles are posted by Intuit, HII, and Saalex and others right now, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. The local market is anchored by large defense primes, hospital networks, and research-driven biotech companies, all of which run significant procurement and supply chain operations.
Are there remote procurement jobs in San Diego?
Yes, though it varies by function. Roles focused on purchase order management, vendor negotiations, and spend analytics are more likely to be remote, while positions involving warehouse coordination or on-site supplier management typically require in-person presence. About 72% of procurement openings tied to San Diego are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, with the highest remote share concentrated in indirect spend and corporate procurement roles at tech and biotech employers.
How can I get a procurement job in San Diego with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path in San Diego is through purchasing coordinator or procurement analyst roles at the city's large healthcare systems or defense subcontractors, both of which regularly hire candidates with general business or supply chain coursework. Internships through San Diego State University or UC San Diego programs connected to local biotech and defense firms build practical experience quickly. Familiarity with ERP platforms like SAP or Oracle and a willingness to start in receiving or inventory control can accelerate the move into a full procurement role.
Which industries hire the most procurements in San Diego?
Most procurement openings in San Diego sit in Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals, per current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. San Diego's concentration of Navy and Marine Corps installations, large hospital networks, and a globally significant biotech corridor means procurement talent is in consistent demand across all three sectors.
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