Senior Buyer

Senior Buyer Finance & Admin Services - 3.6 Albuquerque, NM Job Details Full-time $56,264.00 - $62,067.20 a year 1 day ago Benefits Paid holidays Disability insurance Dental insurance Tuition reimbursement Parental leave Employee assistance program Vision insurance Life insurance Qualifications Record keeping Sourcing Report writing Bachelor's degree in finance Purchase order management Mid-level Bachelor's degree in business administration Finance Bidding project phase Bachelor's degree Government contract management Contracts Vendor contract management Business Administration Damaged goods handling Request for proposal Procurement contract negotiation 1 year Local ordinances Bachelor's degree in accounting Business Accounting Training delivery Office experience Full Job Description Position Summary Perform a variety of professional and technical duties involved in the procurement of goods, services and equipment to include, but not limited to, the receipt, examination and processing of Department requisitions and the issuance of Request for Bids and Request for Proposals; establish procurement contracts and purchase orders with vendors; and perform a variety of technical tasks related to assigned area of responsibility. Job descriptions are intended to present a general list of tasks/duties performed by employees within this job classification. Job Descriptions are not intended to reflect all duties performed within the job. Essential and Supplemental Functions

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Essentialfunctions may include, but are not limited to the functions listed below. Mustbe able to perform the essential functions of the job with or without areasonable accommodation. Purchase a diversified range of goods, services and equipment for City departments; make necessary adjustments with suppliers regarding replacements, incomplete orders and/or damaged supplies. Receive, examine and process department requisitions and purchase orders; answer questions and provide end users with timely information regarding purchasing procedures and policies. Prepare and issue purchase orders, Requests for Proposals, Request for Bids and other necessary documents related to the purchase of goods, services and equipment. Evaluate and analyze bids; make recommendations of award in compliance with City purchasing ordinances, standards, policies and procedures, and state and federal regulations. Assist end users with the development, formulation and interpretation of specifications and scope of work to clearly define City procurement requirements. Prepare, negotiate and administrate contracts to ensure needs of department end users are met; ensure suppliers/vendors and City personnel comply with contractual requirements. Investigate and develop new supply sources; stay abreast of new trends and innovations of routinely purchased goods, services and equipment. Maintain a variety of logs and records relating to the purchase and procurement of goods, services and equipment. Make routine purchases as necessary; confer with City personnel regarding supply needs; consult with suppliers and other sources to fill supply needs appropriately; compile necessary quotations. Provide training to City personnel and the general public regarding procurement policies, procedures and processes in both formal and informal settings. Monitor City-wide small purchases undertaken by end users; audit records to ensure program compliance; determine need for price agreements; make recommendations to resolve noncompliance issues and assist with the development of corrective action plans. Devise and structure bidding methods; interview suppliers/vendors to assess products and services. Prepare and compose a variety of reports, statistical data and correspondence; recommend policy documents related to the purchasing function.

SUPPLEMENTAL FUNCTIONS

Review the level of insurance that is required in order to limit City liability. Attend pre-bid conferences and respond to inquiries from potential suppliers. Maintain file of catalogs, price lists and other purchasing material to be used by City personnel seeking current information on new products. Perform other related duties and responsibilities as required. Minimum Education, Experience And Additional Requirements Education and experience directly related to the minimum requirements below may be interchangeable on a year for year basis. Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in accounting, finance, or business administration; and Three (3) years of contract management or purchasing experience. Public sector/agency purchasing experience preferred.

Working Conditions Environmental:

Office environment; exposure to computer screens.

Physical:

Essential and supplemental functions may require maintaining physical condition necessary for sitting for prolonged periods of time.