TDCJ - Purchaser II - Contracts amp; Procurement

About the role

This position reports to the Contracts and Procurement office in Huntsville on a daily basis. This is an intermediate-level position with practical purchasing experience. Work involves purchasing and procuring commodities, equipment, and services in accordance with guidelines, rules, policies, and laws. The role works under moderate supervision with limited latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine purchasing and procurement work
• Prepare informal solicitations, evaluate bids, and issue purchase orders
• Communicate clearly with vendors and agency staff
• Maintain accurate electronic records
• Review specifications for completeness and compliance with applicable requirements
• Work with agency representatives on purchase requirements, delivery, and quality of merchandise
• Support routine procurement activities with consistency and accuracy

Requirements

• Follow established rules and procedures
• Attention to detail
• Readiness to learn purchasing methods and apply policy correctly
• Familiarity with Microsoft Word and Excel

Qualifications

• Proficient in the use of computers, related equipment, and software programs like Excel, Outlook, and Word
• Skilled in administrative problem-solving techniques
• Working knowledge of procurement processes, invoicing, accounts receivable, and inventory management

Additional Information

Travel: None – Position may make day trips, but no overnight trips

Work Site Visits: No

Study Material: No

Pre-Service Training Academy Required: No

Hazardous Duty/Longevity Position: No

Outside applicants will be required to submit to pre-employment drug testing as a condition of employment.