Finance Purchasing Manager

Vision for the Role: The Purchasing Manager oversees the full procurement lifecycle for Hume Lake Christian Camps, a multi-site Christian camp ministry with an annual budget of approximately $40 million. This role ensures that all purchasing activities reflect excellent stewardship, support ministry operations, comply with internal policies, and maintain financial integrity. The Purchasing Manager develops and manages vendor relationships, leads the purchase order process, negotiates pricing and contracts, and partners with operational leaders across all locations to plan and execute purchasing needs.

Location : Option to live onsite at Hume Lake or work from our Fresno Office.

Why Join Us?

• Be part of a mission-driven, faith-based organization that is dedicated to making a lasting impact on the lives of youth and families.
• With 3 beautiful camp locations, we offer a unique opportunity for year-round camping ministries dedicated to the glory of God.
• Be a part of something meaningful where your work directly contributes to making memorable experiences and fostering spiritual growth.
• Work in a supportive Christian community in a beautiful environment that values faith, growth, and relationships.

The Role:

• Develop and manage the centralized purchasing program.
• Maintain and enforce purchasing policies and procedures.
• Oversee the full purchase order lifecycle.
• Participate in purchasing strategy planning.
• Identify, evaluate, and select vendors.
• Negotiate pricing and contracts.
• Develop and maintain preferred vendor list.
• Oversee purchasing systems (BILL.com, Sage Intacct).
• Train staff on procurement processes.
• Monitor purchasing activity.
• Analyze trends and propose cost-saving opportunities.
• Collaborate with departments on purchasing plans.
• Support asset tracking.
• Ensure adherence to internal policies.
• Support audits and documentation.
• Assists finance/accounting with various duties

Our Ideal Candidate:

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Evidenced commitment to Jesus Christ and a desire to share the Gospel with others.
• 3–5 years of procurement experience.
• Vendor management and negotiation skills.
• Experience with systems like BILL.com or Sage Intacct.
• High attention to detail.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities.
• Ability to follow verbal and written instructions.
• Willingness to perform physical tasks and work outdoors or indoors as needed.
• Dependable, punctual, and able to work under supervision.
• Must agree with and support Hume Christian Camps’ Statement of Faith.
• Must have a personal commitment to Jesus Christ and a desire to share the Gospel through word and deed.
• Preferred bachelor's degree in business, Supply Chain, Finance, or related field.
• Preferred non-profit, ministry, hospitality, or multi-site experience.
• Preferred knowledge of accounting and budgeting.
• Preferred experience improving procurement workflows.
• Core Competencies:
  • Strategic Procurement
  • Vendor Relationship Management
  • Policy Compliance
  • Financial Stewardship
  • Operational Excellence
  • Negotiation & Contracting
  • Cross-Department Collaboration
  • Ethical Judgment

Physical Requirements:

• Office-based with occasional facility visits.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the functions of the job.
• Occasional travel (5–10%).
• Ability to lift up to 25 lbs.

Benefits & Perks of Community Living:

• Be a part of a tight-knit community of believers serving the mission of the camp.
• Incredibly beautiful views and environment, camping, and walking/running trails.
• On-site housing is provided for a minimal rate.
• Dining on-site for minimal cost.
• Available Charter school for staff children and extracurricular activities.
• On-site healthcare options and emergency services, as needed.
• A quick walk to a store onsite for grocery and gas supplies.

Salary : $25-$30 Hourly

If this sounds like you or something you feel called to, we would love to hear from you!