330 BUYER

IdahoPTV; Meridian (ID); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

The Idaho State Police (ISP) has a current opening for a Buyer in Meridian within the Financial Services Office. The role purchases supplies, services, materials and equipment for multiple departments, conducts value analyses, and supports warehouse operations as needed.

Responsibilities include procurement management, vendor relations, and inventory handling, with a focus on compliance with Idaho purchasing rules. A forklift certification is required or must be obtained within 30 days of hire.

Qualifications

• Some knowledge of purchasing methods and procedures; life-cycle costing principles.
• Excellent written and verbal communication to liaise between agencies, contractors and ISP staff.
• High accuracy in tracking dates, expenses, and legal signatures.
• Able to work in a warehouse environment and assist with physical inventory.

Responsibilities

• Procurement & Contract Management: follow procurement statutes, assist with large bids, obtain quotes, and issue purchase orders.
• Vendor & Administration Management: maintain vendor relationships and manage P-Card purchases.
• Warehouse Support: assist with delivery issues and annual inventory checks.

Skills

Procurement knowledge

Verbal & written communication

Detail oriented

Interpersonal skills

Tools

Purchasing software

Job description

Apply before September 25, 2026

Description

State of Idaho Opportunity

Applications will be accepted by 4:59 PM MST on the posting end date.

The Idaho State Police (ISP) has a current opening for a Buyer supporting the Financial Services Office in Meridian. This position will purchase supplies, services, material, and equipment for a department, research and perform value analysis on products, services and equipment, and perform related work.

Job Summary: To purchase supplies, services, material, and equipment for multiple departments; research and perform value analysis on products, services and equipment; perform related work. At ISP this position serves as the primary backup for warehouse operations, requiring hands-on material handling, sta and vendor customer service and forklift certification. Seek continued education to have current knowledge of purchasing rules and regulations.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Procurement & Contract Management Follow DOP (Division of Purchasing) for procurement statutes, policies and procedures. Assist with large bid solicitations and procurement projects. Obtain purchasing quotes and conduct market research on products, services, and equipment. Process requisitions and issue purchase orders to vendors. Research contracts and statewide purchases for compliance and cost savings.

Vendor and Administration Management

May attend trade shows for product and service information. Manage P-Card purchases for the purchasing department. Maintain Vendor relationships and monitor vendor agreement timelines. Maintain purchasing records, invoices, and related procurement files. Manage internal email for timely Purchasing communications.

Warehouse Support

Assist Warehouse Storekeepers with delivery issues Liaison for purchasing invoices Manage P-Card purchases specific to Warehouse Assist with annual inventory audit

QUALIFICATIONS & REQUIREMENTS

Some knowledge of purchasing methods and procedures of Life-cycle costing principles Technology: Using multiple platforms for purchasing workflow, completing forms with technical terms, and submitting financial reporting. Communication: Serves as liaison between local agencies, contractors and ISP stafff. Excellent interpersonal skills to communicate in writing and/or verbally. Detail Oriented: High accuracy in tracking methods, dates, expenses, legal signature requirements and term monitoring. Physical ability to work in a warehouse environment and assist with physical inventory.

Clearance/Certification

ISP specific forklift certified if not already certified obtain within 30 days of hire.

The State of Idaho offers a robust total compensation package, including medical, vision, and dental insurance; PERSI retirement benefits; paid sick, vacation, and parental leave; and 11 paid holidays per year. For additional information related to benefits and/or State programs, please visit OGI Homepage - OFFICE OF GROUP INSURANCE

EEO/ADA/Veteran:

The State of Idaho is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, religion, political affiliation or belief, sex, national origin, genetics, or any other status protected under applicable federal, state, or local laws.

The State of Idaho is committed to access and reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities, auxiliary aids and services are available upon request. If you require an accommodation at any step in our recruitment process, you are encouraged to contact [phone] (TTY/TTD: 711), or email [e-mail].

Preference may be given to veterans who qualify under state and federal laws and regulations.