NEOGOV · 1 day ago
Buyer - Purchasing Department - J09200 - 12700
Corpus Christi, TX
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
$20.86/hr - $20.86/hr
2+ years expNEOGOV is a company that operates in the public sector, and they are seeking a Buyer for their Purchasing Department. The role involves soliciting quotations from vendors, reviewing quotes and delivery schedules, and making recommendations for purchase orders while providing administrative support functions in the department.
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Responsibilities
Purchase office and janitorial supplies, special orders (non-stock items, courtroom needs, etc.), furniture, and technology items inclusive of project planning, obtaining funding approval, order placement, scheduling and coordination of delivery with requesting departments
Requests price quotations from vendors based on departmental or internal requirements for office and janitorial supplies, furniture, technology items, etc
Tabulates quotations using word processing software and spreadsheet and internet software on personal computer
Prepares purchase orders from original requests (internal) by entering into the procurement system. Inputs receiving transactions for same purchase orders and completes the entire process within the procurement system to allow payment of invoices
May inspect items received by the Purchasing office, for example furniture for defects
Performs research, problem solving on requisitions, purchase orders, and invoices for all County departments
Back up for purchasing-card maintenance, training, and problem solving
Maintains purchasing quote files per correspondence guidelines
Prepares original correspondence to internal (county) agencies and to vendors
Assists with annual physical inventory of Supply Room Warehouse
Performs monthly purchasing card reconciliation of purchases in procurement system
Serves as one of several back-ups to the Senior Clerk and Supply Clerk for supply room clerical functions (issuing, receiving, and/or stocking supplies)
Perform such other related duties as may be assigned
Qualification
Required
Two years of college or technical school coursework, plus two years of work experience in a purchasing/supply operation which included experience as a buyer; or
High School diploma or equivalent and four years of work experience in a purchasing/supply operation which included experience as a buyer
One year of work experience may substitute a year of college
Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals
Ability to write routine reports and correspondence
Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees of organization
Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions, proportions, percentages, area, circumference, and volume
Ability to apply concepts of basic algebra and geometry
Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists
Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form
May be required to be bondable and/or to hold or obtain certification as a notary public
Ability to handle multiple tasks and to determine suitable priorities
Proficient in computer usage and internet navigation
Ability to establish and maintain complex records and files to organize data for reports
Ability to prepare complex or technical reports independently, complying with reporting guidelines and using judgment to detect and remedy inconsistencies and other problems
Ability to analyze and interpret policies and procedures and operational plans and budgets
Ability to understand, follow and give oral and written instructions
Ability to proofread for accuracy, content and completeness
Familiarity and ability to apply basic bookkeeping and accounting techniques
Excellent ability to communicate orally and in writing
Ability to interpret and apply complex rules, regulations and statutes to non-routine situations
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with other county employees and officials as well as with the general public
Excellent typing skills and the ability to operate a computer spreadsheet software program
General knowledge of automated systems and their applications to service programs
Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Life Insurance
Disability Insurance
Sick leave, paid holidays and vacation
Texas County & District Retirement System
Company
NEOGOV
NEOGOV is the leading provider of workforce management software uniquely designed for the public sector, education, and public safety.
501-1000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$700MKey Investors
Warburg Pincus
2025-07-28Secondary Market· $700M
2025-07-28Acquired
2021-06-02Private Equity
Leadership Team
Shane Evangelist
CEO
Brandon McDonald
Head Of Marketing
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