AGENCY BUYER IV

State of Maryland; Maryland; On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

The State of Maryland's Department of Juvenile Services is seeking a materials management professional responsible for procurement, receipt, storage and distribution of supplies, materials and equipment across a large state institution. You will initiate requisitions and purchase orders and coordinate with vendors and the purchasing department to ensure timely, compliant delivery.

Strong knowledge of state purchasing policies, FMIS, and vendor selection processes is required; substitution

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Four years of experience in receiving, storing, issuing, purchasing and requisitioning supplies, materials, and equipment.
• Substitution: 30 college credits per year up to four years of experience.

Responsibilities

• Oversee materials management including procurement, receiving, storage, distribution and disposition of supplies and equipment.
• Lead requisitions and purchase orders with vendors and the purchasing department.
• Ensure compliance with state purchasing policies and regulations.

Skills

FMIS knowledge

Procurement rules

Vendor selection

Purchasing methods

Contract awards

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

FMIS (Financial Management Information System)

Job description

Main Purpose of Job

The specialized work involving responsibility for the materials management of a large state institution involving the procurement, receipts, storage, distribution and disposition of supplies, material and equipment. Work involves extensive but relatively routine contact with vendors and purchasing department in initiating requisitions and purchase orders for material, supplies and equipment.

Introduction

Grade: STD0014

Location of Position: 9700 Old Harford Road, Parkville, Maryland 21234

The specialized work involving responsibility for the materials management of a large state institution involving the procurement, receipts, storage, distribution and disposition of supplies, material and equipment. Work involves extensive but relatively routine contact with vendors and purchasing department in initiating requisitions and purchase orders for material, supplies and equipment.

Minimum Qualifications

Education: Graduation from an accredited high school or possession of a high school equivalency certificate.

Experience: Four years of experience in receiving, storing, issuing, purchasing and requisitioning supplies, materials, and equipment.

Notes: Candidates may substitute 30 credit hours of education at an accredited college or university for each year up to four years of the required experience.

Desired Or Preferred Qualifications

• Knowledge of FMIS (Financial Management Information System).
• Knowledge of the Procurement 1, 2, 3 Rule.
• Understanding of Purchasing Methods, Vendor Selection, Quotes, Bids, and Contract Awards.
• Knowledge of Applicable State Purchasing Policies, Procedures, and Regulations.

Limitations on Selection

This recruitment is limited to DJS employees ONLY.

As an equal opportunity employer, Maryland is committed to recruiting, retaining, and promoting employees who are reflective of the State’s diversity.

DJS values the experience gained by Veterans while serving our country. Veterans are welcome to apply for all current recruitments.

Bilingual applicants and people with disabilities are welcome to apply for all recruitments.

Candidates with lived experience relating to the criminal/juvenile legal system are encouraged to apply.

We welcome experienced professionals transitioning from federal service to explore rewarding career opportunities.