Buyer

Buyer

Highlights :

Location : Florence AZ

Position Type : Contract / contract to hire

Hourly / Salary : Based on experience

Residency Status : US Citizen

Position Description :

• Issue purchase orders in accordance to Pinal County Procurement Code review department requisition research applicable contracts and solicit competitive quotes and supplier selection.
• Procure complex and / or technical services and commodities by preparing soliciting evaluating and negotiating contracts and determine if existing contracts are advantageous and appropriate or if a new solicitation (formal or informal) is required.
• Administer the formal solicitation process (RFP IFB ROQ) which includes : identifying and coordinating development of scope of work organizing pre-proposal conferences chairing evaluation committee meetings conducting consultant interviews and demonstrations preparing award recommendation to the Board of Supervisors issuing notices of award and handling any post-award issues that may include coordinating evaluating and ruling on any formal protests.
• Provide County stakeholders and the general public with guidance interpreting the Pinal County Procurement Code and make decisions pertaining to the application of procurement laws policies procedures and practices in relation to the code.
• Manage supplier relationships by investigating and resolving any contractual or performance problems by the use of phone written correspondence and / or facilitating face-to-face meetings. Ensure maximum value for expenditures is achieved by conducting market research cost / benefit analysis contract negotiations and performing strategic forecasting of future requirements.
• Mediate and resolve any disputes between suppliers vendors or contractors and county stakeholders.
• Research and interview potential new suppliers and determine viability contractual status and compatibility to current business model.
• Evaluate and refine current procurement methodology by surveying other agencies taking continuing education and reviewing journals and publications for best practices.
• Research and resolve supplier invoice and payment issues as required.
• Maintain absolute confidentiality of work-related issues customer records and restricted County information.
• Perform other related duties as required. Perform buying work of moderate difficulty in the procurement of supplies equipment and service in compliance with County procurement codes

Skills Required :

Required Education & Experience :

Or an equivalent combination of relevant education and / or experience may substitute for the minimum requirements.

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Key Skills

Account Management,Execution,Insurance Management,Import & Export,Catering Operations,Building Electrician

Employment Type : Full Time

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1