Buyer II

Overview The Riverside County Flood Control and Water Conservation District has an opportunity for a Buyer II in Riverside. This position is currently a full-time companion position with benefits. It is expected that this position will become a full-time regular position, but it is not guaranteed. The companion position has been opened to allow proper training time if the current Buyer II vacates the position. If the original employee returns, the Companion Position will be released from its duties. For more information about companion positions, please contact the recruiter. The Riverside County Flood Control and Water Conservation District provides for the control and conservation of flood and storm waters and for the protection of watercourses, watersheds, public highways, life, and property from damage within its boundaries. This role is responsible for managing complex County procurement activities, including developing specifications, preparing bids and proposals, and negotiating contracts. The position works closely with County departments, vendors, and manufacturers to ensure purchasing needs are met efficiently and in compliance with policy. Responsibilities Conduct market and cost analyses. Issue purchase orders and process requisitions. Resolve delivery or vendor issues. Stay informed on product trends and market conditions. Provide lead support and guidance to staff. Confer with County officials and employees on purchasing procedures, needs, specifications, bids, complaints, and special programs. Confer with commercial and manufacturing representatives; prepare and/or develop contracts. Perform market, total life cycle cost, value, price, and complex cost analysis in formulating purchasing forecasts and recommendations for commodities or services. Initiate purchasing of major commodities; negotiate contracts or agreements; confer with department directors and representatives concerning purchase specifications. Issue purchase orders and provide approval as authorized and according to established procurement policy. Investigate complaints by departments and resolve delivery or other problems; maintain awareness of current product status and general market conditions. Qualifications Hands‑on purchasing experience, including daily requisition processing and issuing purchase orders. Knowledge and experience with Public Works bidding, documentation, and contract awarding processes. Experience in contract management, including monitoring, administration, and reconciliation. Understanding of insurance requirements for contractors and professional service providers, and basic familiarity with risk management practices. Experience writing, administering, and awarding Requests for Proposals (RFPs) and Requests for Quotes (RFQs). Education: Completion of 30 semester or 45 quarter units of education from an accredited college or university with major coursework in purchasing, business administration, economics, or a related field. Option I Experience: One year of buying experience in a Purchasing Department or Agency, including responsibility for mid‑value ($10,000‑$25,000) procurements. Option II Experience: Two years of buying experience in a Purchasing Department or Agency equivalent to the County of Riverside Buyer I classification, including responsibility for mid‑value ($10,000‑$25,000) procurements. Knowledge of purchasing and material management principles, county purchasing policies, product standards, and competitive bid practices. Ability to work independently, interpret rules and regulations, evaluate product or service information, identify alternative solutions, and prepare clear reports and correspondence. Ability to prepare fundamental purchasing specifications (RFPs) for assigned products, services, or departments; communicate clearly; establish and maintain effective relationships with department officials, vendors, and staff. Licensing A valid CA Driver's license will be required to travel throughout the county to attend job walks at project sites. #J-18808-Ljbffr County-of-Riverside