• Completes departmental purchase orders for supplies and service.
• Drafts and prepares assigned bid specification packets for vendor distribution.
• Obtains verbal and/or written quotation on requested products.
• Answers vendor inquiries by phone or in person.
• Monitors delivery and acceptance by departments on purchased goods and services.
• Drafts and prepares vendor correspondence.
• Monitors compliance of insurance certificates
• Tabulates bid and prepares evaluation sheets for recommendation of award.
• Evaluates bids and proposals and monitors contracts for compliance to specifications.
• Assists Accounts Payable if needed.
• Coordinates auctions as needed.
• Manages the sale of City surplus property through on-going auction process.
• Performs all other related duties as assigned.

Education

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  Associate's Degree required.
• Every 2 years of related job experience may substitute for one year of the required education.

• 1 year of experience in purchasing, accounting, as a buyer in a centralized purchasing operation or in a related field. Experience in local government or governmental is preferred.

• Knowledge of applicable state laws and City codes.
• Knowledge of vendor selection criteria and availability.
• Knowledge of general office procedures.

• Ability to accept responsibility and account for his/her actions.
• Ability to follow instructions, safety practices and standard operating procedures in performing assigned tasks.
• Ability to be punctual and attend work regularly
• Ability to work effectively with people regardless of their age, gender, race, ethnicity, religion, or job type.
• Ability to perform work accurately and thoroughly.
• Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing.
• Ability to read and interpret drawings.
• Ability to effectively and efficiently give and receive information.
• Ability to make independent decisions utilizing sound judgment.

• Skill in use of personal computer including Microsoft Office or similar word processing programs, e-mail, and the internet.

• Must submit to and pass a pre-employment drug test.
• Must have acceptable credit history.
• Must possess a valid State of Texas Drivers License Class “C” and good driving record as defined by City policy.
• Certification from a Nationally recognized Purchasing Association preferred.