Senior Buyer | Plano, TX

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  • Location: Celina, TX

  • Company: City Of Celina

about and guide the decisions of the individual employees and the organization. At the City of Celina, we demonstrate our high performance by modeling the Values of Excellence, Community, Integrity, and Service and it is expected of all we employ. We offer a competitive benefit package, Twelve (12) paid holidays of which includes birthdays off and one floating holiday.

We are committed to work life balance and offer a telecommuting policy that allows for eligible employees to telework one (1) day per week. To further our commitment to work live balance, City of Celina operates a 7:30 - 5:30 schedule Monday - Thursday and Friday 7:30 - 11:30. SUMMARY: Under general direction of the Purchasing

Director, the Senior Buyer is responsible for the planning, coordination, scheduling, and processing of bids and proposals. This position ensures compliance with posting and advertising requirements as well as oversees the bid administration for annual contracts; monitors bid and contract requirements from preparation of specifications to end of contract term.

The intent of this position description is to provide a representative summary of the major duties and responsibilities performed by incumbent(s) in this position. Incumbent(s) duties include but are not limited to the following ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS: Coordinates and reviews specifications, quotations, proposals, and qualifications

in accordance with all laws and City policy. Review requisitions to ensure compliance with federal, state, and local purchasing policies, guidelines, laws and regulations.

Facilitates cooperative purchasing agreements with other government agencies. Coordinates and manages information in the e-procurement system. Ensures all bids/proposals are advertised via newspaper and published to the e Procurement System in accordance with state laws and procurement procedures. Ensures effective tracking for contract administration and compliance by organizing, maintaining, and electronically tracking contracts and related documents in the e Procurement system.

Provides customer service and support to maintain and establish effective working relationships with other City employees, officials, and vendors. Conducts formal bid openings and performs detailed analysis of bid responses. Performs contract administration duties Assists with procurement card administration. OTHER DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Provides procurement information to vendors and responds to inquiries related to procurement opportunities with the City. Travels to and attends meetings, conferences, and training. Maintain procurement records. Performs other duties as assigned.

Regular and consistent attendance at work. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES: Knowledge of Federal, State and City rules, regulations, guidelines, policies, and procedures related to procurement. Knowledge of customer service and communication skills. Knowledge of research, analysis, development, implementation and enforcement of all procurement functions, practices, and procedures. Knowledge of computers and related equipment, hardware, and software. Knowledge of Microsoft Office and the ability to use programs as needed. Skilled in effective oral and written communications. Skilled in resolving employee and customer complaints and concerns.

Knowledge of Microsoft Office (Excel and Word) MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Bachelor's Degree or three years of progressive government procurement Knowledge of Texas Procurement Laws CPPB, CPPO, or NPP-CPP certification or contingent upon acquiring within certification timeline requirements. PREFERENCES: Knowledge of Ionwave procurement software Knowledge of Incode financial software Bachelor's Degree in Business or related field Minimum two (2) years of municipal procurement experience WORKING CONDITIONS: Work is generally performed in an office environment.

May be subject to repetitive motion such as typing, data entry and vision to monitor. May be subject to exposure to extended periods of standing or sitting when presenting information, negotiating contracts or agreements. May be subject to bending, reaching, kneeling and lifting such as when retrieving files, records and reports and setting up audio visual equipment. May be required to lift up to 20 pounds occasionally and push and/or pull up to 30 pounds occasionally EQUIPMENT AND TOOLS UTILIZED: Equipment utilized includes personal computer, Microsoft Office, copier, calculator, telephone and City vehicles.

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT: Must pass all relevant pre-employment screening/tests/examinations. Must possess State of Texas Driver's License or be able to acquire within reasonable time. Job Posted by Applicant Pro

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