Buyer - Procurement Services

El Camino College

Buyer - Procurement Services

Req : C2425-028

Division : Procurement Services

Close Date :   Tuesday, September 09, 2025 at 3 : 00 p.m.

Complete job description and application available online at : https : / / elcamino.igreentree.com / CSS_Classified / CSSPage_JobDetail.ASP?T=20250821112612&

BASIC FUNCTION

Under the direction of the Director of Purchasing and Business Services, perform a variety of duties related to the acquisition of supplies, equipment, materials and services for the District; purchase quantity items and services economically, efficiently and in accordance with established policies, procedures and guidelines.

REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES

Receive, review and process requisitions; determine appropriate methods of procurement in accordance with Board policies and directives.

Prepare formal bids and quotations; analyze bid terms and conditions; contract vendors regarding purchases and bids; evaluate bids received and recommend award.

Expedite purchase orders and requisitions within established procedures; evaluate delivery response time, quality of goods and services, District schedules, invoice procedures and dependability.

Assure compliance with a variety of laws, codes, regulations and restrictions related to the procurement of goods and services for the District; evaluate and recommend cost savings methods.

Interview and correspond with vendors; coordinate demonstrations of vendor materials, product and services.

Provide technical expertise and assistance to District administrators and staff regarding the status of purchased materials, equipment and supplies; resolve problems or complaints.

Review trade publications and journals; maintain files of vendors, catalogs and listings; maintain bidding calendar and other reports as assigned.

Assist in the maintenance of computerized records related to the purchasing function.

Assist in preparing contract documents as assigned.

Operate data entry equipment to input, update and maintain budget, vendor and related purchasing information.

Train and provide work direction to clerical personnel as assigned.

Perform related duties as assigned.

JOB QUALIFICATIONS

Education and Experience :

Any combination equivalent to : two years of college-level course work in procurement, business or related field and two years of purchasing experience.

OTHER QUALIFICATIONS

Knowledge / Areas of Expertise :

Public purchasing and procurement principles, practices and procedures.

Methods and procedures used in the purchase of college District supplies and equipment.

Applicable sections of State Education Code and other applicable laws.

Types and sources of supplies, materials and equipment commonly used in a community college district.

Technical aspects of field of specialty.

Interpersonal skills using tact, patience and courtesy.

Modern office practices, procedures and equipment.

Financial and statistical record-keeping techniques.

Oral and written communication skills.

Abilities / Skills :

Effectively and efficiently purchase a variety of supplies, equipment and materials.

Read, interpret, apply and explain laws, rules and regulations affecting the purchase of District supplies and equipment.

Evaluate prices, terms, discounts and quantities to purchase items cost-effectively.

Understand and follow oral and written directions.

Establish and maintain cooperative and effective working relationships with others.

Communicate effectively both orally and in writing.

Analyze situations accurately and adopt an effective course of action.

Train and provide work direction to others.

Meet schedules and time lines.

Maintain records and files.

Add, subtract, multiply and divide quickly and accurately.

Operate office equipment including calculator, computer terminal and copier.

CLOSING DATE : Tuesday, September 09, 2025 at 3 : 00 p.m.

SALARY Starting salary is $6,810 per month. Generally, new employees start at the first step on the salary schedule. Advanced salary placement may be considered on a case-by-case basis. Salary increases are granted on the first day of the month following each year of service, until Step F is reached ($8,772 monthly).

• Salary increases are granted on the first day of the month following each year of service, until step F is reached.

Employees contribute 8% of their earnings toward the Public Employees Retirement System (PERS).

CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

This is a full-time, twelve-month position subject to a probationary period. The standard work week is 40 hours of scheduled duty per week of not more than five consecutive work days. Schedule may vary to include hours outside of the normal work schedule and weekends depending on operational need.

Offer and acceptance of employment is subject to verification of all information provided on the employment application, credential(s), and transcripts. Candidates selected for employment must agree to be fingerprinted, submit Certificate of Completion of the Tuberculosis Risk Assessment and / or Examination, provide proof of eligibility for employment in the United States, and present a valid Social Security card upon hire.

ADA ACCOMMODATIONS

Applicants with disabilities requiring special accommodations must contact the ADA Compliance Officer at least five (5) working days prior to the final filing date : ADA Job Applicant Accommodation Request (maxient.com)

BENEFIT HIGHLIGHTS

Health, Life, Dental and Vision Insurance

The College provides a diversified insured benefit program for all full-time employees, including medical, dental, vision and life insurance. Dependent medical, dental, and vision insurance is available, toward which both the College and the employee contribute.

Sick Leave and Disability

Paid sick leave is granted equal to one day for each month of service. Sick leave days may be accumulated indefinitely. Rather than State Disability Insurance.

Retirement

Full-time employees contribute a percentage of their regular salary to the Public Employees Retirement System (PERS) and Social Security. Previous employment performed in a different public retirement system may allow eligibility to continue in the same retirement system.

Summer Work Hours

During the summer, employees work eight 32-hour work weeks with full pay.

TO APPLY

An applicant must submit the following by the closing date :

Online application : http : / / www.elcamino.edu / jobs

Cover letter describing how applicant meets the qualifications.

Resume including educational background, professional experience, and related personal development and accomplishments.

Pertinent transcripts (PDF format only) as stated in the required qualifications. (Unofficial computer-generated academic records / transcripts must include the name of the institution and degrees awarded to be acceptable.) Multiple page transcripts must be loaded as ONE PDF document.

Foreign Transcripts : Transcripts issued outside the United States of America require a course-by-course analysis with an equivalency statement from a certified transcript evaluation service verifying the degree equivalency to that of an accredited institution within the USA. For information on transcript evaluation services, please visit : http : / / www.ctc.ca.gov / credentials / leaflets / cl635.pdf.

IMPORTANT NOTE : Documents submitted or uploaded for a previous position cannot be reused for other positions. You must submit the required documents for each position you apply for by the closing date. Failure to do so will result in an incomplete application. Applications with an incomplete status will not receive consideration. You may check the status of your application online.

If you need assistance you may call 310-660-3593 Ext. 3807 between the hours of 8 : 00 a.m. and 4 : 00 p.m., Monday through Friday or by email at hr@elcamino.edu.

Due to the large volume of calls received on closing dates, we highly recommend that you do not wait until the last day to apply so that we may assist you with questions or technical matters that may arise. Give yourself sufficient time to complete the profile, which may take 45 minutes or more. Positions close promptly at 3 : 00 p.m. PST (pacific standard time).

JEANNE CLERY ACT COMPLIANT

In accordance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act, El Camino College has published an Annual Security Report, and all required statistical data. These publications include Clery crime statistics for the previous disability three years relevant to El Camino College classes and activities, in addition to institutional policies concerning campus safety and security. The information is also available in printed form in the lobby of the Police Department and in select locations on campus. Upon request, the Campus Police Department can provide or mail out copies of this publication. Contact them at 310-660-3100.

EL CAMINO COLLEGE IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

The El Camino Community College District is committed to providing an educational and employment environment in which no person is subjected to discrimination on the basis of actual or perceived race, color, ancestry, national origin, religion, creed, age (over 40), (mental or physical), sex, gender (including pregnancy and childbirth), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, military and veteran status, or retaliation; or on any other basis as required by state and federal law.