Buyer/Contract Specialist

Under general supervision, is responsible for contract negotiation and administration of formally advertised higher dollar and more complex purchases from concept stages through receipt and closeout; develops contract specifications and source lists; and performs related duties as required.

• Determines and implements proper purchasing methods to ensure compliance with applicable directives
• Develops specifications for department needs or requirements and prepares written documentation for prospective bidders
• Solicits telephone quotations and prepares formal solicitation documents
• Analyzes quotations, proposals, bids and recommends acceptance or rejection
• Administers contracts and purchase orders
• Formulates annual requirements contracts for continued services or supplies
• Develops and maintains vendor lists
• Knowledge and preparation of request for proposals and invitation for bids from initiation to negotiated contract execution
• Evaluates and monitors contract performance, compliance and contractual obligations for professional service agreements, discretionary agreements, or large high-risk contract engagements
• Negotiates contract terms, costs and conditions with selected vendors or consultants
• Oversees all contract processes and procedures to ensure cost/benefit analysis for professional service agreements, discretionary agreements or large high-risk contract engagements and complies with all established procedures and policies
• Performs related duties as required

• Graduation from an accredited college or university with a Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration, Public Administration, Management, or Certified by a State or national Organization in Purchasing or Contracting and five (5) years’ of professional experience in buying, contract writing and administration; or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• Considerable knowledge of purchasing practices and procedures; good knowledge of basic contract law
• Skill in communicating effectively, both verbally and in writing with internal and external customers; skill in operating a computer keyboard and basic office equipment; skill in analyzing information
• Ability to maintain effective working relationships with co-workers, County employees, outside organizations and public
• Must secure and maintain a pre-employment physical and a pre-employment drug screen test
• Must secure and maintain a favorable background check
• Must have a valid driver’s license, motor vehicle liability insurance and personal injury insurance
• May be required to work more than 40 hours during the workweek

Working Conditions:

• Constantly working in indoor conditions
• Occasionally moves items weighing up to 20 pounds
• Occasionally moves about the office
• Frequently communicates with others; must be able to exchange accurate information
• Constantly operates a computer and other office productivity machinery
• Positions self to perform essential functions
• Must be able to remain in a stationary position

Salary : $4,808