Buyer 2 - (496957 )

Department : Purchasing Salary :$49,400 - $56,200 Description: Responsible for purchase of goods and services of a complex andtechnical nature for the University. Review and analyzes purchaserequisitions, proposals, and bids. Process and approve complex purchases within a specificcommodity grouping to meet departmental needs for goods andservices; establishes specifications, prepares proposals, reviewsbids, and ensures proper documentation. Audit for contract compliance to identify and pro-activelymanage problems and resolve issues. May serve as agent for UH Purchasing Department with stateand federal agencies, vendors, UH System Administration, and thecampus community. Provides guidance and assistance to requisitioning'sdepartments regarding purchases; act as a liaison between vendorsand departments for order status, procurement procedures, andproblem resolutions. Maintains awareness of most current market trends andtechniques to ensure the most cost-efficient purchases. May provide guidance to clerical support staff. Performs other job-related duties as assigned. MQ: Requires a thorough understanding of both theoretical andpractical aspects of an analytical, technical or professionaldiscipline; or the basic knowledge of more than one professionaldiscipline. Knowledge of the discipline is normally obtainedthrough a formal, directly job-related 4 year degree from a collegeor university or an equivalent in-depth specialized trainingprogram that is directly related to the type of work beingperformed. Requires a minimum of three (3) years of directly job-relatedexperience. All positions at the University of Houston-System are securitysensitive and will require a criminal history check. The University of Houston System and its universities are EqualOpportunity Institutions. Everyone is encouraged to apply. #J-18808-Ljbffr University of Houston