Supply Chain / Procurement / Buyer / Purchaser

Researches, analyzes and develops viable bid specifications for purchasing defined equipment, supplies, materials and services for the County; Compiles vendor and supplier lists for bid and proposal distribution; evaluates supplier performance and contract compliance; answers questions from vendors and suppliers regarding the County's purchasing policies and procedures, procurement laws, and other issues.

Selects appropriate procurement methods, handles competitive solicitation process from inception to completion; develop bid tabulations and evaluation committee cumulative score sheets, and makes award recommendations in accordance with the purchasing policy and procedures, local, state and federal procurement rules and regulations.

Monitors recurring contracts for equipment, supplies and materials; process contract's renewals and change orders; ensures awarded vendor complies with contract's terms and conditions, such as pricing, delivery schedule, warranty, packaging, etc.; and utilizes standard County terms and conditions, terminology, documentation, and administrative purchase order procedures.

Process and approve purchase orders and/or contract purchase agreements through Oracle e-procurement system; facilitates meetings with internal and external customers.

Bachelor's degree in Purchasing, Supply Chain Management, Business, or related field required; two years of experience in procurement comparable to a Procurement Technician or Buyer classification; or any equivalent combination of education, training, and experience which provides the requisite knowledge, skills, and abilities for this job.

One vacancy is for the "CIP" (Capital Improvement Projects) team. CIP team candidates must possess construction procurement or construction industry experience.

At DeKalb County Government, we enable career success by providing opportunities to thrive! We foster a diversified and inclusive workforce, embracing a shared set of core values based on character, competitive spirit, relationships, and giving back to the communities where we live and work. This foundation is how we help turn jobs into careers.