Job description
Position Description
The Buyer purchases goods and services less than or equal to $50,000 for assigned commodities and coordinates the preparation and execution of sole source, personal/professional services, and maintenance agreements. The Buyer is Harris County's representative to the supplier base in efforts to satisfy end user requirements for these goods and services. The Buyer may occasionally generate specifications, evaluate offers and bids and write award recommendations for procurements over $50,000. The Buyer is knowledgeable of all rules and regulations governing each purchasing process utilized by Harris County.
Duties and Responsibilities:
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Solicit informal quotes for goods and services priced less than or equal to $50,000
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Process purchase orders and addenda for purchases less than or equal to $50,000
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Coordinate and expedite preparation and execution of agreements with the County Attorney, department, and vendor
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Work with the department and vendor to resolve any purchase order/delivery/quality issues when necessary
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Seek out new vendors, including HUB vendors, on a weekly basis
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Advise end users of procurement options available, product availability and marketplace changes relating to their requirements
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Coordinate with Senior Buyers, Contract Administrators, and Assistant Purchasing Agent in determining where term contracts may be applicable and work toward developing specifications with supervisors
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Participate in staff, department and vendor meetings as required
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Other duties assigned by supervisor
Harris County is an Equal Opportunity Employer
https://hrrm.harriscountytx.gov/Pages/EqualEmploymentOpportunityPlan.aspx
If you need special services or accommodations, please call (713) 274-5445 or email ADACoordinator@bmd.hctx.net.
This position is subject to a criminal history check. Only relevant convictions will be considered and, even when considered, may not automatically disqualify the candidate.
Requirements
Education:
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BA/BS degree from an accredited college or university
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
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Ability to interact effectively with a variety of people
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A basic understanding of each informal purchasing process as utilized by Harris County and knowledge of procurement laws and purchasing policies
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Excellent written and verbal communications skills
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Proficient in Microsoft Outlook, Word, and Excel
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Ability to develop specification writing skills required for advancement into Senior Buyer position
NOTE : Qualifying education, experience, knowledge, and skills must be documented on your job application. You may attach a resume to the application as supporting documentation but ONLY information stated on the application will be used for consideration. "See Resume" will not be accepted for qualifications.
Preferences
- Prior purchasing/procurement experience
General Information
Position Type and Typical Hours of Work:
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Regular Full time
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Monday – Friday | 8:00 A.M. - 5:00 P.M.
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Flexible work schedule
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Location:
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Harris County Purchasing Office Building - 1111 Fannin St 12th Floor Houston, TX 77002
Compensation:
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Annual Salary Range: DOE: $50,000 - $62,000
Reporting Relationships:
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Reports to: Assistant Purchasing Agent
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Works with: Representatives of other county departments and vendor community
Employment may be contingent on passing a drug screen and meeting other standards.
Due to a high volume of applications positions may close prior to the advertised closing date or at the discretion of the Hiring Department.
BENEFITS
Harris County offers a competitive benefits program, including comprehensive group health and related benefits plan as well as defined benefit retirement plan.
The following list of benefits is offered
only
to employees in
regular
(full-time)
positions:
- Medical
- Dental
- Vision
- Wellness
- Life Insurance
- Long-term disability
- Employee Assistance Program
- 10 days of vacation each year for the first five (5) years of service. Accrual rates increase based on years of service.
- 10 county holidays plus one (1) floating holiday
- Professional development opportunities
- Dependent Care Reimbursement Plan
- Healthcare Reimbursement Account
- 457 Deferred Compensation Plan
The following benefits are also available to regular (full-time) employment and may be available to part-time employees:
- Retirement pension (TCDRS)
- Flexible schedules (varies by department)
- Transportation Assistance (Metro RideSponsor Program)
- Flexible schedules (varies by department)
In accordance with the Harris County Personnel Regulations, Group Health and related benefits are subject to amendment or discontinuance at any time. Commissioners Court reserves the right to make benefit modifications on the County's behalf as needed.
For plan details, visit the Harris County benefits website:
https://hrrm.harriscountytx.gov/Pages/Medical.aspx
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