Buyer I

Txppa; Arlington (TX); On-site; USD 59,493 - 68,000; Full time

Job summary

North Central Texas Council of Governments (NCTCOG) Agency Administration is seeking a Buyer I to support purchasing and procurement activities, including the TXShare cooperative purchasing program. The role focuses on public solicitation methods, specification development, and formal solicitations to secure timely, cost-effective contracts.

Under supervision with some initiative, you'll maintain project records and collaborate with providers to align with the agency's strategic plan and budget

Responsibilities

• Assist Purchasing in planning, organizing, and performance of purchasing and procurement activities.
• Develop specifications for purchasing goods and services and conduct formal solicitations.
• Maintain detailed project records and ensure timely, cost-effective contracts.

Job description

Salary: $59,493.00 - $68,000.00 Annually

Application Deadline: N/A

The Agency Administration department of the North Central Texas Council of Governments (NCTCOG) is seeking a Buyer I.

The Buyer I will assist NCTCOG Purchasing in the planning, organizing, and performance of purchasing and procurement activities, as well as projects designated for the Agency's cooperative purchasing program TXShare. This is accomplished through effective understanding of public solicitation methods, developing specifications for purchasing goods and services, conducting formal solicitations; and maintaining detailed project records. This includes acquiring resources within time constraints, financial budgeting constraints, and facilitating communication between the Agency and its providers in order to deliver products and services according to the strategic business plan. This position will be responsible for the operation and support of processes that provide timely, cost-effective, high quality contracts through cooperative and proactive procurement practices. Works under supervision, with latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment.