Buyer- Procurement Coordinator - Buyer 2

About the role

This position serves as the subject matter expert in division procurement and is responsible for the purchase of a wide variety of scientific, environmental, and other materials, supplies, and equipment for the Pesticide and Fertilizer Management Division (PFMD).

Responsibilities

• Writing detailed specifications
• Evaluating bid responses
• Vendor management
• Representing the division in statewide procurement initiatives
• Mentoring support to the PFMD procurement team
• Determining the suitability of goods and services in relation to price, quality and value, while maintaining compliance with all policies, procurement laws and statutes set forth by the agency and/or the Department of Administration, Office of State Procurement.
• Order management/tracking, reconciliation, invoice routing/approval and end of fiscal year close.
• Lead work direction to PFMD procurement staff and performing related work as required.

Requirements

• One year of experience in purchasing, developing/evaluating specifications, and issuing purchase orders/contracts.
• Excellent customer service and human relations skills sufficient to interact respectfully, courteously, and professionally with stakeholders of various backgrounds to positively represent Agriculture.
• Organizational skills to manage, track, report, and perform data entry relevant to procurement transactions, using basic web applications and Microsoft Office Suite including Outlook, Word, and Excel.
• Skills in accounting and math to accurately prepare orders and review invoicing.
• The ability to celebrate diversity and a strong commitment to a respectful and inclusive work environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or higher with a business administration or closely related field focus.
• Direct experience demonstrating the ability to interpret, apply, and communicate governmental procurement laws, policies, and procedures.
• Direct experience in obtaining competitive bids, locating sources of supply, and cost analysis.
• Demonstrated experience with organizational skills to manage, track, report, and perform data entry relevant to procurement transactions, using basic web applications and Microsoft Office Suite including Outlook, Word, and Excel.
• Demonstrated experience with environmental and scientific procurement.
• Demonstrated experience with using DocuSign or other electronic routing software.
• Demonstrated experience verifying purchase orders, matching prices, and ensuring invoices are paid in an accurate and timely manner.