BUYER

Job Title

Metro's mission is to provide a world-class transportation system that enhances the quality of life for all who live, work, and play within LA County.

Description

Performs journey-level work purchasing materiel, supplies, and services to achieve organizational goals through best practices. This position is responsible for Sourcing, Expediting, Procurement, Supplier Management and Contracts. In addition, the position requires the ability to work with clients, peers, suppliers and executive management. A heavy workload to create purchase orders and contracts. Recruitment Timelines: Interviews are projected to be scheduled for the week of December 15th, 2025. These dates are subject to change. We encourage you to monitor your governmentjobs.com profile and emails for the latest updates.

Examples of Duties

Reviews and processes requisitions for all divisions using the enterprise purchasing system. Ensures orders are processed within Metro's rules, policies, and guidelines. Prioritizes daily workload to achieve maximum effort in order to meet set administrative deadlines that are directly linked to an agency Key Performance Indicator (KPI). Resolves discrepancies promptly and effectively, and provides alternative solutions. Prepares Requests for Proposals (RFPs) and Invitations for Bids (IFBs) in compliance with Metro's policies and procedures and with state and federal rules and regulations. Selects vendors and obtains and compares price quotes. Evaluates proposals and bids. Negotiates purchase terms and awards contracts. Uses appropriate purchase procedures for acquiring materiel, supplies, and services. Monitors vendor performance against contract requirements. Verifies deliveries are consistent with orders. Resolves receiving/warehouse problems and adjusts payments with Accounting Department. Advises other departments on availability of materiel and new products. Researches and obtains new supply sources. Assigns freight carriers as designated in Los Angeles County routing guide. Prepares comprehensive reports and correspondence. Maintains computer files. Supports diversity and economic outreach goals and programs.

Minimum Qualifications

A combination of education and/or experience that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform the essential functions of the position. Additional experience, as outlined below, may be substituted for required education on a year-for-year basis. A typical combination includes: Education: Bachelor's Degree in Business, Public Administration, or a related field. Experience: One year of relevant experience performing purchasing activities. Certifications/Licenses/Special Requirements: A valid California Class C Driver License or the ability to utilize an alternative method of transportation when needed to carry out job-related essential functions. Professional certification from National Contract Management Association (NCMA), American Production and Inventory Control Society (APICS), Institute for Supply Management (ISM), or equivalent preferred.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience conducting sourcing for hard-to-find alternative suppliers, substitute items and/or custom items for Rail, Bus and Maintenance of Way. Experience working with suppliers to prevent the need for late orders as well as the ability to establish supplier relationships for "hot" or critical orders. Experience working in a fast-paced environment that may exceed an 8-hour work day or 5 days a week to process Purchase Orders. Experience with analytics (MS Excel) used for inventory management and supplier negotiations. Experience improving processes and performance by evaluating procedures, data and results.

Essential Knowledge

Knowledge of (defined as a learned body of information that is required for and applied in the performance of job tasks) Theories, principles, and practices of procurement. Applicable local, state, and federal laws, rules, and regulations governing policies related to procurement including Disadvantaged Business Enterprises (DBE). Market trends and pricing conditions of various commodities, products, and services. Types, uses, and sources of materiel and services used by large organizations. Applicable business software applications. Skill in (defined as the proficient manual, verbal, or mental utilization of data, people, or things) Performing procurement functions. Negotiating procurement transactions effectively. Analyzing data and situations, identifying problems, and recommending solutions. Exercising sound judgment and creativity in making decisions. Interacting professionally with all levels of Metro employees and outside representatives. Communicating effectively orally and in writing. Operating computers and general office equipment. Ability to (defined as a present competence to perform an observable behavior or produce an observable result) Compile and analyze data. Prepare specifications, IFBs, RFPs, and contracts. Understand, interpret, and apply laws, rules, regulations, policies, procedures, contracts, budgets, and labor/management agreements. Prepare comprehensive reports and correspondence. Travel to offsite locations. Read, write, speak, and understand English. Special Conditions: This job specification is not to be construed as an exhaustive list of duties, responsibilities, or requirements. The physical demands described are representative of those that must be met by the employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Metro provides reasonable accommodation to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. This classification is at-will and the incumbent serves at the pleasure of the hiring authority when classified as an Intermittent, Emergency, Annuitant, or Temporary employee, is assigned to the Office of Inspector General (OIG) or Board Clerk's Office, and/or reporting directly to the LACMTA Board of Directors. Contributes to ensuring that the Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) policies and programs of Metro are carried out. Working Conditions: Typical office situation. Close exposure to computer monitors and video screen. Physical Effort Required: Sitting at a desk or table. Operate a telephone or other telecommunications device and communicate through the medium. Type and use a keyboard and mouse to perform necessary computer-based functions. Communicating through speech in the English language required.

Benefits

*Please refer to the applicable benefit type (Regular or Temporary)* BENEFITS FOR REGULAR EMPLOYEES Benefits cover probationary or regular full-time (working at least 40 hrs/week) employees of Metro. We offer a range of high-quality medical, dental and vision plan options as well as health care spending accounts for you and your family. Metro will cover a significant portion of your health care premiums. Medical/Dental/Vision Plan - Employee has the choice of 3 separate medical plans and 3 dental plans. A separate vision plan is included in each medical plan. Group Life Insurance - PTSC pays for an amount equal to your annual salary, rounded up to the nearest $1,000. Minimum amount of life insurance is $30,000. Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance - PTSC provides $50,000 coverage for each employee. Additional voluntary coverage in amounts up to $500,000 is available at favorable premium rates. Long-Term Disability Insurance - 100% employer paid. Provides employees with a minimum income of 60% of earnings after six months of disability. Buy up or buy down options available. Holidays - 12 days a year: New Year's Day, Martin Luther King, Jr. Day, Presidents' Day, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Veterans' Day, Cesar E Chavez, Juneteenth, Thanksgiving Day, Day After Thanksgiving, and Christmas Day. Time off with Pay (TOWP) - Compensates employees who are on approved absence from work for reasons such as illness, injury, medical and dental appointments, personal business, vacation, or observance of (a) religious holiday. Years of Service Annual Accrual Hire date - 5 years 20 days Beginning of 6th - 10th year 25 days Beginning of 11th - 15th year 30 days Beginning of 16th + years 35 days Pension Plan - PTSC retirement plan is the Public Employees' Retirement System (PERS). Vesting is five (5) years. Minimum retirement age is 52, based on the 2% at 62 formula. Other Benefits : Transportation passes for employees and/or eligible dependents; Medicare; Tuition reimbursement; credit union membership; SDI; Deferred Compensation Plan; 401(K) Thrift plan; EAP; Medical and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts; Flexible work schedules; and Jury Duty Pay. BENEFITS FOR TEMPORARY EMPLOYEES Temporary (Contingent) employees are eligible for the following benefits only: Kaiser medical insurance. Public Pension Plan. 457/401K Plan. Flex Spending. Paid Sick Time. Fare Media. Rideshare Subsidies. Metro One Fitness membership. For more information on the Benefits Enrollment for Contingent Employees, please visit LA Metro's Pension & Benefits website at benefits.metro.net