Senior Buyer

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Job Opportunities powered by NEOGOV ® Senior Buyer Print Apply  Senior Buyer Salary $52,974.06 - $68,866.51 Annually Location Jacksonville, NC Job Type Full-Time Job Number 424000030 July 2026 Department Finance Opening Date 06/26/2026 Closing Date 6/30/2026 11:59 PM Eastern Description Benefits Questions Job Description Performs intermediate administrative work assisting in the planning and organizing of procurement activities of the County, and related work as apparent or assigned. Work is performed under the general direction of the Purchasing Division Manager. Our core values—Resilience, Excellence, Accountability, Customer Service, and Honesty —are the foundation of our work and the standard by which we operate. As a member of our team, you are expected to demonstrate these values in every aspect of your role. This means delivering high-quality work, taking responsibility for your actions, providing exceptional service, and maintaining integrity in all interactions. Your commitment to these principles is essential to fostering a positive workplace culture and ensuring the success of our organization and the community we serve. Position Responsibilities To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Work with Purchasing Division Manager to plan, organize and direct centralized procurement activities of the County including coordination and consolidation of departmental needs for standardized supplies, materials, equipment and services. Oversees procurement activity and bidding processes and ensures these programs are in compliance with state and local policies and procedures. Assists in planning, implementing, and managing county-wide procurement programs. Reviews and analyzes requests for purchases and approves purchase orders. Determines types of contracts; prepares, edits and executes contractual documents for procurement of services and assists with professional services; administers approved contracts. Assists with the disposition and sale of real and personal surplus property. Compiles data, prepares reports, and maintains files. Performs assigned functions as a Disaster Ready Team (DRT) member, if appointed or volunteer. Performs related tasks as required. Qualifications Thorough knowledge of purchasing policies and procedures; thorough knowledge of modern warehouse and inventory practices; thorough knowledge of business methods and insurance practices; thorough knowledge of the laws relating to liability and casualty insurance; ability to write clear and concise contracts and specifications; ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with associates; ability to operate data processing and general office equipment; and ability to follow oral and written instructions. Education, Experience, and Special Requirements Associates/Technical degree with coursework in business administration, accounting, finance, or related field and considerable experience in personnel, budgeting, research or administrative management, or equivalent combination of education and experience. Bachelor's degree preferred. Certified Local Government Purchasing Officer (CLGPO) certification required within 2 years of employment. Must be certified as a Notary Public in the State of North Carolina. Valid driver's license. Regular Onslow County employees have the ability to participate in a wide array of employee benefits including: Health Insurance Health Insurance is provided by Cigna and covers a wide variety of healthcare services. Dental Insurance Dental insurance is provided by Delta Dental to full-time employees and covers a percentage of basic to major dental procedures, including orthodontia for children and adults. Vision Insurance Vision insurance is provided by MetLife to full-time employees and covers a variety of materials (contacts and glasses frames/lenses) and an annual eye exam. North Carolina Local Governmental Employees' Retirement System Eligible employees are automatically enrolled in the retirement system and must contribute 6% of their gross salary each pay period. Once eligibility requirements are met, employees will be able to receive monthly payments for life based on their salary, age, and years of service credit. NC401k The County contributes 1% of employees' gross salary into the 401(k) account regardless of the employee's deferral amount. In addition, the County matches employee deferrals up to an additional 4%. Vacation Leave Regular full-time employees earn 13.5 days of vacation leave per year. With each 5-year increment of employment, vacation accrual increases. Sick Leave Regular full-time employees earn 12 days of sick leave per year. Paid Holidays County employees receive paid holidays annually. The Board of County Commissioners approves and may adjust the schedule as deemed necessary. ComPsych Mental Health Services The County provides Mental Health and Life Services through ComPsych to help employees and their families with personal, family and job-related problems such as counseling, crisis support, work-life resources, legal and financial consultations, and organizational support tools. Supplemental Benefits County employees are also offered a variety of supplemental benefits such as Life Insurance, Flexible Spending Accounts, 457b Deferred Compensation Plan, and MetLife Supplemental Plans. For more information, please visit http://www.onslowcountync.gov//HR and click on the Benefits tab. 01 Which of the following best describes your highest level of completed education? High School Diploma or GED Associates Degree Bachelors Degree Masters Degree Doctorate None of the above 02 Is your degree in any of the following fields of study? Business Administration Accounting Finance Other Not Applicable or No Degree 03 Do you possess a valid driver's license? Yes No 04 How much experience do you have in purchasing related work? No experience 6 months to 2 years 2 years to 5 years 6 years or more 05 Do you currently possess or have the ability to obtain your Certified Local Government Purchasing Officer within 2 years of hire? Yes I have the ability to obtain with in 2 years of hire No 06 Are you currently certified as a Notary Public in the State of North Carolina Yes No 07 Onslow County's core values are REACH - Resilience, Excellence, Accountability, Customer Service, and Honesty. Which value(s) resonates with you the most, and why? 08 Have you uploaded your final transcript showing the date that your degree was awarded and any required certificates or licenses? This must be done even if you are a current employee or we have received it with a previous application. Yes No 09 Based on your review of the position requirements, are you able to perform the position duties with or without reasonable accommodation? 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