Purchasing Agent

Purchasing Agent Position

The Pennsylvania Liquor Control Board (PLCB) has an exciting opportunity for a professional Purchasing Agent in the Purchasing and Contracting Administration Division. In this role you will be responsible for all phases of the procurement of non-merchandise supplies, equipment, and maintenance services to Fine Wine & Good Spirits stores, distribution centers and administrative offices of the PLCB located throughout the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania (COPA).

As a Purchasing Agent, you will complete the preparation of Request for Quotes (RFQs), Invitation for Bids (IFBs), Blanket Purchase Agreements (BPAs), Contract Purchase Agreements (CPAs), and Non-Merchandise Purchase Orders (POs) for supplies, equipment and services through the PLCB's Oracle Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) system and the COPA SAP / SRM system utilizing knowledge of COPA and PLCB rules, regulations, procedures and policies. This includes researching and preparing detailed specifications, selecting bidders, scheduling bid openings, evaluating bids and making awards. May also include receiving of bidder's security checks, bonds, and insurance certificates and tracking / maintaining coverage during entire term of contract.

You will evaluate and monitor contract performance to ensure compliance with contractual obligations and to determine any need for changes, recommend contract modifications, develop original specifications, and modify existing specifications to minimize discrepancies and establish clear lines of responsibility. Your knowledge of purchasing methods, analytical ability, and independent judgment are essential for timeliness, effectiveness, and client satisfaction. Our ideal candidate must be able to prioritize multiple assignments and determine the priority level of work assignments based on time sensitivity, client needs, and the type of product or service requested. Top priority projects are determined independently by the buyer in most cases based on an evaluation of the time constraints and impact to the PLCB.

Join our team and elevate your potential! Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description.

Work Schedule and Additional Information :

• Full-time employment
• Work hours are 7 : 30 AM to 4 : 00 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 60-minute lunch.
• Telework : You may have the opportunity to work from home (telework) part-time, up to four days per week.
• In order to telework, you must have a securely configured high-speed internet connection and work from an approved location inside Pennsylvania.
• If you are unable to telework, you will have the option to report to the headquarters office in Harrisburg.
• The ability to telework is subject to change at any time.
• Additional details may be provided during the interview.
• Salary : In some cases, the starting salary may be non-negotiable. You will receive further communication regarding this position via email.

Required Experience, Training & Eligibility Qualifications :

How to Apply :

Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will not be reviewed, and the information contained therein will not be considered for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position. Information to support your eligibility for the position must be provided on the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience / education). If you are claiming education in your answers to the supplemental application questions, you must attach a copy of your college transcripts for your claim to be accepted toward meeting the minimum requirements. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable. Your application must be submitted by the posting closing date. Late applications and other required materials will not be accepted. Failure to comply with the above application requirements may eliminate you from consideration for this position.

Veterans : Pennsylvania law (51 Pa. C.S.

Telecommunications Relay Service (TRS) : 711 (hearing and speech disabilities or other individuals). If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodations due to a disability, please discuss your request for accommodations with the interviewer in advance of your interview date.

Examination Information : Completing the application, including all supplemental questions, serves as your exam for this position. No additional exam is required at a test center (also referred to as a written exam). Your score is based on the detailed information you provide on your application and in response to the supplemental questions. Your score is valid for this specific posting only. You must provide complete and accurate information or : your score may be lower than deserved. you may be disqualified. You may only apply / test once for this posting. Your results will be provided via email.

The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. The Commonwealth values inclusion as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Pennsylvania. The Commonwealth does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, ancestry, union membership, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, AIDS or HIV status, disability, or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law. All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.