Buyer

Job Title: Buyer

The City of Fremont's Finance Department is recruiting for a Buyer. The Finance Department is responsible for providing quantitative financial information, policy analyses, and recommendations that help the City Council and all City departments make decisions about how to best allocate the resources available to the City.

The first review of applications is September 3, 2026 at 5:00 p.m. (PST). This recruitment may close without notice after this date so interested applicants are encouraged to apply immediately. A resume and supplemental questionnaire (part of the online application) must be submitted with the completed City application.

To be considered for this outstanding employment opportunity, please complete an application online by clicking "Apply" just above this box.

The process may include individual and/or panel interviews, professional reference checks, fingerprint check for criminal history, credit check, and other related components. Only those candidates who have the best combination of qualifications in relation to the requirements and duties of the position will continue in the selection process. Meeting the minimum qualifications does not guarantee an invitation to participate in the process.

Human Resources will make reasonable efforts in the examination process to accommodate persons with disabilities. Please advise Human Resources of any special needs a minimum of 5 days in advance of the selection process by calling View phone number on click.appcast.io or emailing View email address on click.appcast.io.

For additional information, please contact Human Resources Department at: View email address on click.appcast.io. The information contained herein is subject to change and does not constitute either an expressed or implied contract.

Under general supervision, researches, purchases and expedites a variety of materials, supplies and equipment for use by all City departments following established local ordinances and administrative regulations; and performs other duties as assigned.

This is a journey level classification reporting to the Purchasing Services Manager in the Finance Department. The Buyer performs complex procurement related work, involving customer support for all departments within the City. This position must interpret, implement, and ensure compliance with applicable governmental regulations related to public procurement, such as the California Public Contract Code and the City Municipal Purchasing Ordinance. The Buyer may perform other duties as required. The Buyer is distinguished from the next higher class of Purchasing Service Manager in that the latter oversees the City's Purchasing Division.

Coordinates procurement activities with all city departments.

Maintains knowledge of City resources, including equipment, supplies, and services, and works with City staff to determine appropriate inventory levels and service needs.

Manages the procurement and disposal of City capital assets.

Maintains procurement-related data in the City's financial management system.

Reviews purchase requisitions, obtains any necessary clarification, and generates procurement documents for goods and services.

Develops detailed specifications for goods and services.

Identifies prospective suppliers and vendors.

Prepares informal Requests for Quotes or formal Requests for Bids and Requests for Proposals.

Solicits competitive bids; coordinates and conducts pre-bid conferences.

Evaluates and analyzes bids; communicates bid results; assists with negotiations.

Conducts market surveys to identify new sources and products; develops diversified sources for procuring goods and services.

Explains purchasing policies and procedures to City staff and potential vendors; trains City staff on those aspects of the City's financial management system related to procurement.

Coordinate or provide training and support for City purchasing programs, such as the purchasing card program.

Resolves conflicts between vendors and the City while maintaining positive working relationships.

Maintains files in compliance with the City's records retentions policy; compiles reports related to various aspects of City procurement activities.

Prepares responses to public record requests.

Other duties as assigned.