Texas Department of Transportation · 1 day ago
Purchaser IV or V - Procurement Division
Austin, TX
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
$48K/yr - $76K/yr
2+ years expThe Texas Department of Transportation is responsible for maintaining and improving transportation infrastructure in Texas, and they are seeking a Purchaser IV or V to perform advanced purchasing duties. This role involves researching and evaluating commodities and services, advising personnel on purchasing procedures, and ensuring compliance with public purchasing rules.
Government Administration
Responsibilities
Develops and writes highly technical equipment and material specifications, and/or service statements of work (SOW) and reviews specifications prepared by others
Develops and writes highly technical equipment, material and/or service solicitations including requests for proposals and reviews specifications prepared by others
Prepares and coordinates the preparation of specifications and SOWs which involves conducting market research, obtaining literature, data, and tabulating and comparing features to user's needs
Answers questions, provides guidance and acts as liaison between districts, divisions and vendors
Prepares correspondence to departmental staff, vendors and/or the CPA regarding updates on literature, clarification of specifications, bid reviews, expediting delivery and coordinating testing/evaluation of products
Assists in preparing justifications and compiles files of items purchased
Represents the Department at various meetings and may serve as a member of one of the division specification committees
Responsible for the achievement of established Historically Underutilized Business participation goals
Reviews and analyzes bids and makes award recommendations to management and/or the of Comptroller of Public Accounts (CPA)
Makes field visits to discuss requirements for materials, supplies and/or services and arranges for demonstrations and evaluations of new equipment and/or supplies
Makes recommendations on standardization of equipment, materials, supplies and services
Coordinates and compiles basic and/or complex reports
Performs other job responsibilities as assigned
Keeps abreast and reports on the impact of technological and price changes in goods and/or services; determines impact of changes and recommends necessary actions
Provides guidance and technical expertise to personnel in the districts and the divisions on quality of goods and services; acts as liaison between districts, divisions and vendors
May train other employees
Performs other job responsibilities as assigned
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's Degree in related discipline
Purchaser IV - 2 years purchasing, which includes 1 year of public purchasing
Purchaser V - 3 years purchasing, which includes 1 year of public purchasing
Valid driver's license
Purchaser IV - Must obtain the Certified Texas Contract Developer Certification within (12) months of the date of hire
Purchaser V - Must be Certified Texas Contract Developer (CTCD) and Certified Texas Contract Manager (CTCM) dual certified within 18 months of hire
Technical specification writing
ERP systems and operations
Considerable knowledge of inventory/stock control procedures
Considerable knowledge of goods and services purchased by the Department
Considerable knowledge of state rules and procedures associated with expediting, ordering, purchasing and warehousing laws, policies and procedures
Communicate effectively
Proficient Skill in evaluating bids and making awards
Proficient Skill in administrative support practices and procedures to include writing, editing and report writing techniques, recording meeting notes, record keeping and records management
Researching, analyzing, and interpreting policies and state and federal laws and regulations specific to functional area
Developing and giving presentations
Sedentary work: Lift up to 10 lbs at a time and occasionally carry files/small tools
Close Visual Acuity-work includes data/figures; view a computer screen; extensive reading
Benefits
Retirement Plans
Alternative and/or Flexible Work Schedules
Paid Leave and Holidays
Health Premiums paid at 100% for Full-Time Employees
On-the-Job Training
Tuition Assistance Program
Holistic Wellness Program with Leave Incentives
Career Development and Advancement Opportunities
Family-Friendly Policies and Programs
Company
Texas Department of Transportation
Texas Department of Transportation maintains 80,000 miles of road for supporting aviation, rail, and public transportation.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
Stephen Stewart, CPA.CITP
Chief Financial Officer
Carmella I.
Senior Human Resources Business Partner
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