Senior Buyer - Department of Administration

About the role

This position plays a key role in supporting the mission of our Purchasing division by managing key vendor relationships and ensuring contract compliance. We are a collaborative, service-oriented team that values innovation, accountability, and continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Manage key vendor relationships and ensure contract compliance
• Support the mission of the Purchasing division
• Collaborate with a fast-paced team
• Bring strong communication and organizational skills
• Eager to contribute to meaningful work that positively impacts the residents of Waukesha County

Requirements

• Graduation from a recognized college or university with a bachelor's degree in business or public administration, or a closely related field
• Two (2) years work experience in a large volume purchasing operation, preferably in the public sector
• OR Six (6) years of progressively responsible work experience in a large volume purchasing operation, preferably in the public sector
• Certified Professional Public Buyer (CPPB) certification is desirable

Qualifications

• Minimum Training & Experience Requirements
• Class Specification: To view the full classification specification for Senior Buyer click here

Skills

Not specified

Benefits

• A comprehensive compensation and benefits package including excellent health/dental/vision, life insurance, generous paid time off (vacation, 10 holidays, 3 floating holidays, ample accrued sick time that rolls over each year)
• An exceptional pension plan with employer match and lifetime retirement payment plus an optional tax advantaged 457 retirement savings plan
• A pay for performance system with performance-based merit increases and non-base performance awards
• Employee well-being is promoted through a balanced work-life culture and through an exceptional employee wellness program that offers a variety of programs and tools to help promote an employee's wellness and health, including an on-site health & wellness clinic

Pay

Salary Range: $36.85 - $51.18

Schedule

Not specified

Contact Information

To view the full classification specification for Senior Buyer click here.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Waukesha County is committed to equal opportunity and adheres to all Federal, State and County Equal Employment Opportunity laws, policies, plans, rules, regulations and ordinances. The County does not sponsor applicants for work visas. Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis.