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Buyer - Harris County Purchasing Supporting Harris Health Medical Division (Hybrid / Remote)

Company

Harris County
Address , Houston, Tx
Employment type FULL_TIME
Salary
Expires 2023-07-22
Posted at 11 months ago
Job Description
Position Description

Under general supervision and guidance, the Buyer purchases goods, and services less than or equal to $50,000 for assigned commodities and coordinates the preparation and execution of sole source, personal/professional services, and maintenance agreements. The Buyer is Harris County’s representative to the supplier base in efforts to satisfy end user requirements for these goods and services. The Buyer may occasionally generate specifications, evaluate offers and bids and write award recommendations for procurements over $50,000. The Buyer is knowledgeable of all rules and regulations governing each purchasing process utilized by Harris County.

Duties and Responsibilities:
  • Seek out new vendors, including HUB vendors, on a weekly basis.
  • Works with the departments and vendors to resolve any purchase order/delivery/quality issues when necessary.
  • Advises end users of procurement options available, product availability and marketplace changes relating to their requirements.
  • Coordinate and expedites preparation and execution of agreements with the County Attorney, department, and vendor.
  • Coordinate with Senior Buyers, Contract Administrators, and Assistant Purchasing Agent in determining where term contracts may be applicable and work toward developing specifications with supervisors.
  • Solicit informal quotes for goods and services priced less than or equal to $50,000.
  • Process purchase orders and addenda for purchases less than or equal to $50,000.

Harris County is an Equal Opportunity Employer
https://hrrm.harriscountytx.gov/Pages/EqualEmploymentOpportunityPlan.aspx
If you need special services or accommodations, please call (713) 274-5445 or email [email protected].
This position is subject to a criminal history check. Only relevant convictions will be considered and, even when considered, may not automatically disqualify the candidate.

Requirements

Education and Experience:
  • Two (2) years of related experience
  • Associate degree in a related field from an accredited college or university
OR
  • Four (4) years of related experience

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
  • Ability to adapt and be flexible to respond to changing work situations and environments
  • Negotiation skills to communicate effectively with clients or suppliers
  • Excellent communication skills verbal and written; strong, active listening skills
  • Excellent interaction skills: ability to interact assertively and effectively with a wide variety of people and personalities
  • Proficient in Microsoft Office Word, Excel, and Outlook
  • Ability to work in a team environment and solve problems/issues
  • Ability to develop specification writing skills required for advancement into Senior Buyer position
  • Basic knowledge and understanding of each informal purchasing process as utilized by Harris County and knowledge of procurement laws and purchasing policies.
  • Excellent planning and organization skills to manage your work schedule and meet deadlines

NOTE: Qualifying education, experience, knowledge, and skills must be documented on your job application. You may attach a resume to the application as supporting documentation but ONLY information stated on the application will be used for consideration. "See Resume" will not be accepted for qualifications.

Preferences

  • Prior purchasing/procurement experience is highly preferred.

General Information

Position Type and Typical Hours of Work:
  • Flexible work schedule
  • Monday - Friday | 8:00 A.M. - 5:00 P.M.
    • Flexible work schedule
  • Regular Full-time
Salary:
  • Based on 26 Pay Periods
  • Depends on Qualifications
Location:
  • Harris Health Office Building - 4800 Fournace Place W516, Bellaire, TX 77401

Employment may be contingent on passing a drug screen and meeting other standards.
Due to a high volume of applications positions may close prior to the advertised closing date or at the discretion of the Hiring Department.


BENEFITS
Harris County offers a competitive benefits program, including comprehensive group health and related benefits plan as well as defined benefit retirement plan.
The following list of benefits is offered only to employees in regular (full-time) positions:
  • Medical
  • 10 days of vacation each year for the first five (5) years of service. Accrual rates increase based on years of service.
  • Vision
  • Professional development opportunities
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • Life Insurance
  • 10 county holidays plus one (1) floating holiday
  • Dependent Care Reimbursement Plan
  • 457 Deferred Compensation Plan
  • Healthcare Reimbursement Account
  • Wellness
  • Long-term disability
  • Dental
The following benefits are also available to regular (full-time) employment and may be available to part-time employees:
  • Transportation Assistance (Metro RideSponsor Program)
  • Flexible schedules (varies by department)
    • Transportation Assistance (Metro RideSponsor Program)
  • Retirement pension (TCDRS)
    • Flexible schedules (varies by department)
      • Transportation Assistance (Metro RideSponsor Program)

In accordance with the Harris County Personnel Regulations, Group Health and related benefits are subject to amendment or discontinuance at any time. Commissioners Court reserves the right to make benefit modifications on the County's behalf as needed.
For plan details, visit the Harris County benefits website:
https://hrrm.harriscountytx.gov/Pages/Medical.aspx