Buyer

Position Overview Division: Administrative Services, Section: Procurement Location: 8000 N Stadium Dr. Workdays & Hours: Monday - Friday 8:00 am to 5:00 pm Subject to change Description Of Duties/Essential Functions The purpose of the Buyer position procures various non-technical and standard technical operations and materials, equipment and services on a competitive basis for the City and/or department in accordance with City and departmental policies and procedures and/or specification requirements. This role ensures procurement of various non-technical and standard technical materials, equipment and services on a competitive basis for the City and/or department in accordance with City and departmental policies and procedures and/or specification requirements Responsibilities May assign Assistant Buyers and clerical staff in routine tasks, such as preparing purchase requisitions, reviewing quotations and expediting delivery. Reviews purchase requisitions and contracts for completeness, accuracy and compliance with City and departmental policies and procedures. Reviews requisitioned materials, equipment or services to see if they can be purchased via contract. Gathers and compiles verbal and written bids. Tabulates bids, evaluating price quotes and comparing to specifications. Researches vendors and evaluates their ability to provide and the availability of quality materials, equipment and services. Selects or recommends the most advantageous bid. Schedules and expedites delivery and resolves any discrepancies with vendor. Interprets and evaluates contract provisions. Ensures purchase orders align with existing contracts. Maintains and updates vendor lists. Maintains requisitions and purchase order files and logs. WORKING CONDITIONS The position is physically comfortable; the individual has discretion about walking, standing, etc. There are no major sources of discomfort, i.e., essentially normal office environment with acceptable lighting, temperature and air conditions. Requires the ability to make coordinated gross motor movements in response to changing external stimuli within moderately demanding tolerances; or the ability to make coordinated eye/hand movements on a patterned response space within low tolerance demands with no real speed requirements. Minimum Requirements EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS Requires a Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Materials Management, Purchasing or a closely related field. Experience Requirements Two years of professional or para-professional buying experience are required. Professional buying experience may substitute for the above education requirement on a year-for-year basis. License Requirements None PREFERENCES Preference shall be given to eligible veteran applicants provided such persons possess the qualifications necessary for competent discharge of the duties involved in the position applied for, such persons are among the most qualified candidates for the position, and all other factors in accordance with Executive Order 1-6*** GENERAL INFORMATION Selection/Skills Tests Require The selection process will involve application review and/or interview. Department may administer skills assessment test. SAFETY IMPACT POSITION YES. If yes, this position is subject to random drug testing and if a promotional position, candidate must pass an assignment drug test. Pay Grade 16 SALARY INFORMATION: Grant Funds Factors used in determining the salary offered include the candidate's qualifications as well as the pay rates of other employees in this classification. EOE Equal Opportunity Employer The City of Houston is committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, color, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy. #J-18808-Ljbffr