Purchaser

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$1000 Recruitment Bonus 

Job Summary

Performs advanced (senior-level) purchasing and procurement work. Work involves planning, organizing, coordinating, and preparing specifications and processing competitive solicitations for purchasing products and services; preparing procurement documents; maintaining detailed records for reporting purposes, and completing all mandatory purchasing-related reports for assigned procurements. Works under minimal supervision, with considerable latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment.

Essential Tasks

Processes more complex agency bids and solicitations (informal and formal) for products, specialized services, and emergency procurements.
Processes complex purchases of Information Technology (IT) products and services for the agency.
Monitors legal and regulatory requirements pertaining to procurement.
Maintains necessary records to comply with state and federal audit regulations.
Completes and submits all required purchasing-related reports.
Provide support to agency liaisons regarding purchasing-related documents in CAPPS.
Attends work regularly in accordance with agency leave and attendance policies.
Complies with all applicable agency policies and procedures including safety and standards of conduct.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Other Tasks

Assists agency project managers with submission of vendor performance reports.
May develop internal reports for TSLAC staff and/or required agency reports.
May participate in Historically Underutilized Business (HUB) events on behalf of the agency.

Veterans, Reservist or Guardsmen with an MOS or additional duties that fall in the fields pertaining to the minimum experience requirements may meet the minimum qualifications for this position and are highly encouraged to apply. Please call Human Resources at (512) 463-6564 with questions or for additional information.

Additional Military Crosswalk information can be accessed at http://www.hr.sao.state.tx.us/Compensation/MilitaryCrosswalk/MOSC_InformationTechnology.pdf

Minimum Qualifications

Graduation High School or GED.
Four years of experience conducting competitive procurements of goods and services, including specification development, tabulating and evaluating bids.
Experience with an online e-procurement system.

Preferred Qualifications

Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with major coursework in business administration, public administration accounting or a related field.
Certified as a Certified Texas Contact Manager (CTCM) or completion of CPA CTCM course
Experience using Texas statewide Term Contracts, TXMAS contracts, Open Market processes and familiarity with the Texas SmartBuy
Experience with state procurement requirements and procedures
Experience in purchasing books, publications, subscriptions, and other library materials
Experience in purchasing information technology (IT) products and/or services using DIR contracts
Experience in using Centralized Accounting and Payroll/Personnel System (CAPPS), PeopleSoft, or Oracle-based software for procurement tool
Experience with contract monitoring and/or negotiation
Experience in using the Electronic State Business Daily (ESBD), Bonfire, or similar e-procurement bidding tool
Experience developing procurement specifications and contract terms
Experience with statewide HUB program
Experience with statewide reporting requirements and form submissions for procurements
Experience purchasing information technology (IT) products and/or services using DIR contracts
Experience in providing support to non-purchasing staff and/or vendors about purchasing and HUB requirements
Experience in public speaking to include training presentations, demonstrations, and hosting meetings/conferences

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Knowledge of laws governing state purchasing operations
Skill in using MS Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook, and Teams
Ability to establish and maintain effective work relationships with co-workers and work-related contacts
Ability to collaborate and coordinate with other departments about procurements-related tasks
Ability to effectively communicate orally and in writing
Ability to lead and coordinate staff and assignments, as needed
Ability to establish and maintain work relationships with other state agencies and universities
Ability to maintain an electronic system for accurate record keeping
Ability to locate and utilize print and electronic sources for procurements
Ability to interpret, explain, and comply with purchasing rules, regulations, policies, and procedures
Ability to be flexible, demonstrated integrity, and strong work ethic
Ability to manage a heavy workload and a commitment to meet deadlines

Environmental/Physical Conditions

Normal office work environment. May have exposure to dust and environmental allergens consistent with normal business activities and human contact. Mostly sedentary in nature but may involve moving; standing; remaining stationary for long periods of time; pulling and pushing; kneeling, stooping and bending; and safely moving items weighing up to 20 pounds. Work requires extensive telephone and computer usage and involves repetitive motions while operating the computer. Normal cognitive abilities include the ability to learn, recall, and apply specific policies regarding state purchasing and procurement. May be required to occasionally work overtime, including nights and weekends

Other Requirements

Valid Texas driver’s license and good driving record; May use personal vehicle for travel
College transcripts, if applicable
Certification documents from completion of the State of Texas Purchasing training, if applicable
Criminal history check required of successful applicant
Must obtain specialized certification as a Certified Texas Contract Developer (CTCD) within the first six months of employment

Reporting Relationships

Reports to Purchasing Supervisor; has no supervisory responsibility
May serve as Team Lead for Purchasing Team as delegated