Buyer I

Collier County Sheriff's Office; Town of Florida (NY); On-site; USD 30,000 - 43,000; Full time

Job summary

The Collier County Sheriff's Office in Florida is seeking a Buyer I to support procurement, accounting and inventory duties. The role offers a starting hourly wage and opportunities to work with vendors and participate in bid processes.

Ideal candidates have an associate degree (bachelor's preferred) and experience in purchasing, with proficiency in Word, Excel and Outlook. This on-site position requires strong communication, confidentiality and the ability to manage multiple tasks.

Qualifications

• Experience with accounting, procurement and inventory practices.
• Associates Degree required; Bachelor's Degree preferred.
• Two years as a purchasing agent/clerk acceptable in lieu of degree.
• Proficiency in Word, Excel and Outlook; knowledge of database and networks.
• Ability to type 30 wpm; strong written and verbal communication.

Responsibilities

• Process purchase orders accurately and timely.
• Research procurement options for equipment and supplies.
• Maintain vendor files and supplier catalogs.
• Issue bid requests and evaluate bidders.
• Assist with pre-conference vendor meetings.

Skills

Typing speed

Wonderlic score

OPAC

Public speaking

Mobility lifting

Education

Associates Degree

Bachelor's Degree preferred

Tools

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft Outlook

Database & Network

Job description

The Collier County Sheriff's Office is looking for positive, proactive, energetic, enthusiastic individuals that support our core principles of community, safety, service to fill the position of Buyer I. Starting salary at $26.74 per hour.

• Ability to type 30 correct words per minute.
• Minimum Wonderlic score of 20, and OPAC of 80%.
• Ability to lift 50 pounds.

Position Requirements:

• Experience with accounting, procurement, and inventory practices and procedures.
• Associates Degree required; Bachelor's Degree preferred.
• Minimum of two years as a purchasing agent/clerk will be considered in lieu of Associates Degree.
• Proficiency in Microsoft programs including Word, Excel and Outlook, Database & Network.
• Skill in the use of a calculator.
• Ability to speak in front of a group (public speaking).
• Ability to multi-task and prioritize projects.
• Capable of interpreting and applying agency policies, procedures, and rules.
• Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
• Must maintain confidentiality and discretion.
• Must be able to work 0800-1700 with occasional evening hours.

Examples of Duties:

• Process purchase orders.
• Conduct research for the procurement of equipment, parts and supplies.
• Order and issue office and specialty uniform supply items.
• Maintain vendor files and supplier catalogs.
• Issue bid requests and select successful bidders.
• Assist with pre-conference vendor meetings and vendor presentation meetings.

NOTE: Complete job description available by request.

The Collier County Sheriff’s Office provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

The Collier County Sheriff's Office is looking for positive, proactive, energetic, enthusiastic individuals that support our core principles of community, safety, service to fill the position of Buyer I. Starting salary at $26.74 per hour.

Minimum Requirements:

• Ability to type 30 correct words per minute.
• Minimum Wonderlic score of 20, and OPAC of 80%.
• Ability to lift 50 pounds.

Position Requirements:

• Experience with accounting, procurement, and inventory practices and procedures.
• Associates Degree required; Bachelor's Degree preferred.
• Minimum of two years as a purchasing agent/clerk will be considered in lieu of Associates Degree.
• Proficiency in Microsoft programs including Word, Excel and Outlook, Database & Network.
• Skill in the use of a calculator.
• Ability to speak in front of a group (public speaking).
• Ability to multi-task and prioritize projects.
• Capable of interpreting and applying agency policies, procedures, and rules.
• Communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
• Must maintain confidentiality and discretion.
• Must be able to work 0800-1700 with occasional evening hours.

Examples of Duties:

• Process purchase orders.
• Conduct research for the procurement of equipment, parts and supplies.
• Order and issue office and specialty uniform supply items.
• Maintain vendor files and supplier catalogs.
• Issue bid requests and select successful bidders.
• Assist with pre-conference vendor meetings and vendor presentation meetings.

NOTE: Complete job description available by request.

The Collier County Sheriff’s Office provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.