PURCHASING AGENT I

Purchasing Agent I - 64028402This is a Career Service Purchasing Agent I position working in the Florida Department of Health in Lee County. This position is under the direct supervision of the Purchasing Supervisor-SES. This position is responsible for work involving the procurement of commodities and services, fleet management, and inventory control for the Department of Health in Lee County.Applies effective sourcing techniques to obtain best cost available for all purchases. Reviews purchase requisitions to ensure accuracy. Processes purchase orders, including, but not limited to, order creation, approval, tracking, reconciliation, problem resolution, and returns. Receives, inspects, and coordinates the delivery of all commodities ordered. Processes purchasing card transactions in State Purchasing Card system. Ensure receipts and backup documentation for each transaction is available for review. Communicate discrepancies with card holders and purchasing supervisors. Assists local fleet coordinator with tasks related to vehicle readiness, including, but not limited to, proper documentation in vehicles and driving vehicles to and from the county fleet maintenance facility. Sorts and meters outgoing US mail by department for Postmaster pickup. Delivers outgoing post to bulk mail unit. Delivers received commodities to various DOH-Lee sites per schedule. Ensures that purchased assets meeting defined criteria are entered into the agency's inventory management system and tagged appropriately. Provides county personnel with inventory information as required. Remains current on purchasing policies and procedures. Disseminates pertinent information and provides guidance to DOH-Lee staff. Performs other duties as assigned.Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: Knowledge of principles, practices and procedures related to procurement. Skilled in operating computers, printers, and scanners Skilled in the use of Microsoft Excel Skilled in the use of Microsoft Word Skilled in the use of Microsoft Outlook Skilled in collecting, interpreting, and analyzing data. Skilled in arithmetic Ability to organize and maintain filing systems. Ability to interpret and apply rules, regulations, policies, and procedures. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others. Ability to prioritize individual workload. Ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing. Ability to frequently bend, kneel, reach, and sit or stand for long periods of time. Ability to lift and carry up to 50 pounds as needed. Ability to work independently or with minimal supervision. Ability to work with occasional loud noises.Minimum Qualifications: Experience using computers for data entry, email, and office software. Ability to follow state and agency purchasing policies and procedures. Strong arithmetic, data interpretation, and organizational skills.The Benefits of Working for the State of Florida: Working for the State of Florida is more than a paycheck. The State's total compensation package for employees features a highly competitive set of employee benefits including: Annual and Sick Leave benefits. Nine paid holidays and one Personal Holiday each year. State Group Insurance coverage options, including health, life, dental, vision, and other supplemental insurance options. Retirement plan options, including employer contributions (For more information, please click ). Flexible Spending Accounts. Tuition waivers. And more! For a more complete list of benefits, including monthly costs, visit North Fort Myers, FL, US, 33903