Buyer

About the role

Orange County Government seeks a Buyer to join their Procurement Division. The position involves performing professional work in procurement and providing technical support.

Responsibilities

• Reviews and processes purchase requisitions, delivery orders, change orders, sole source and emergency purchases for item descriptions, quantities, adequacy of specifications, insurance requirements and estimates of cost accuracy and conformance with County policies and procedures.
• Analyzes procurement specifications and conducts negotiations for the procurement of goods and services.
• Sets maximum competition in expenditure of public funds with fairness and integrity.
• Creates, coordinates and implements term contracts for goods, services and minor construction.
• Participates in the tabulation and analysis of quotations to determine the maximum cost savings options for the County.
• Prepares required reports.
• Provides contract administration support to customers to address any vendor/contractor performance issues.
• Responds to inquiries regarding procurement and related activities.
• Interprets and clarifies contract provisions, procurement processes and legal responsibilities to customers and contractors.
• Researches and advises users on market trends, new goods and services and alternative sources of procurement.
• Provides training and technical assistance to users on system requirements.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution and two (2) years of experience in procurement or business related field, or an equivalent combination of education or experience on a year for year basis.
• NIGP Certified Procurement Professional (NIGP-CPP) or UPPCC Certified Professional Public Buyer (CPPB) or equivalent preferred.

Qualifications

• Strong communication and negotiation skills.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities.
• Knowledge of procurement policies and procedures.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite.

Skills

• Procurement management.
• Contract administration.
• Market research.
• Customer service.

Benefits

• 10 paid holidays and up to 2 floating holidays annually.
• 18 days paid time off per year.
• Longevity bonus based on years of service.
• 6 days of paid TERM (sick) time annually.
• Free basic life, long term disability, and employee assistance for all the family members effective on day one.
• Participation in the Florida Retirement System.
• Employee assistance program includes multiple free one on one sessions with licensed counselors and online tools for legal advice, financial planning, personal life balance, etc.
• Free access to Wellworks gyms and Orange County Recreation Centers.
• Tuition reimbursement program.
• Earn service time to forgive student loans.

Pay

Pay Grade: 014 - From $23.19 to $30.14 FLSA Status: Exempt

Schedule

Exempt