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Purchasing
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POSITION: Buyer |
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SALARY: $39,999.00 |
JOB NUMBER: 2008-194 |
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POSITION SUMMARY: Position responsible for conducting all phases of public procurement process for city and county agencies. Review and process department requisitions. Prepare and process all statutory required bids and quotes. Act as liaison to departments and vendors to resolve procurement issues. |
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QUALIFICATIONS: Bachelor's Degree in a business related field of study and at least three (3) years related work experience. Any combination of education and work experience meeting the minimum requirements is acceptable. Considerable knowledge of public procurement laws, ordinances, policies and other requirements governing public purchasing. Considerable knowledge of approved purchasing methods. Considerable knowledge of supply sources and of market and price trends. Considerable knowledge of accounting practices and procedures as they relate to governmental purchasing. Demonstrates a strong command of MS Word, Excel and Access. Skilled as a good negotiator. Demonstrates a high degree of integrity and is trustworthy. Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment and can adapt quickly to change. Ability to analyze and evaluate bids, quotes, proposals and contracts. Ability to successfully solve fundamental procurement problems. Ability to obtain and interpret market prices and trends and apply these to procurement problems. Ability to effectively communicate both orally and in written form. Ability to maintain effective relationships with department/agency contacts and members of the vendor community. Ability to effectively manage time to meet deadlines. Ability to work well as a team member as well as independently |
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