Gwinnett County Government ยท 5 days ago
Purchasing Associate II or III
Gwinnett County, GA
Full-time
Hybrid
Entry, Mid Level
1+ years expGwinnett County Government is an award-winning employer dedicated to superior service and community impact. They are seeking a Purchasing Associate II or III to manage procurement operations, assist in contract execution, and maintain vendor relations.
GovernmentPublic RelationsPublic SafetySocial
Responsibilities
Receive recurring requisitions from departments, determine appropriate method of procurement, research potential suppliers, and review proposals from suppliers, purchase supplies, and monitor department inventory
Serve as a liaison to departments to ensure compliance with County purchasing ordinances
Assist in administering recurring awards which includes reviewing department recommendations, contacting suppliers to clarify proposals, and monitoring compliance with bid specifications
Maintain contract information and enter price, purchase codes, and other information into computer system
Attend department meetings to gather historical information, review bid specifications, and gain approval of contracts
Maintain vendor files such as contact and product information, vendor history and performance, and other applicable information
Lead pre-bid meetings, vendor performance meetings, and department or vendor training sessions
Qualification
Required
Associate's degree in Business Administration or a related field
One (1) year of purchasing experience
An equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to perform the essential duties of the job
Benefits
Health coverage
A robust wellness program (Spouses can participate, too!)
Onsite employee wellness center
Longevity pay
Tuition reimbursement
Company
Gwinnett County Government
Gwinnett County Government is a government agency offering public safety, infrastructure, and economic development services to citizens.
5001-10000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Dorothy Parks
Chief Information Officer
Matthew Puckett
Chief Information Security Officer
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