Buyer I

DuPage County; Wheaton (IL); On-site; USD 55,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Flexible spending accounts

Life insurance

Pension plan

Deferred compensation plan

Tuition reimbursement

Pre-paid legal services

Credit union

Paid holidays

Vacation time

Sick time

Paid leave

Job summary

DuPage County is seeking a Procurement Specialist in Wheaton, IL to support the Finance Department with end-to-end purchasing activities. You will help determine procurement methods, coordinate records, and issue purchase orders to vendors while ensuring compliance with county policies.

The role requires an Associate’s degree in Business or related field and 3–4 years of purchasing experience, plus a valid Illinois driver’s license. A bachelor’s degree is preferred.

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree in Business or related field.
• Three (3) years of experience in purchasing supplies, equipment and services or four (4) years of experience in an entry level purchasing position other than clerical.
• A valid Illinois driver’s license is required.
• Preferred candidates will have: Completion of a bachelor’s degree in Business or related field.

Responsibilities

• Assists departments to determine appropriate procurement method and incorporate substantive procurement needs into Request For Proposals, Request For Quotations or Invitation For Bids for issuance
• Coordinates and maintains records from all county procurements
• Handles purchasing requests and the issuance of purchase orders to vendors
• Obtains pricing for purchases in accordance with the policy, assuring procurement documents and contracts are consistent with policies and regulations
• Coordinates procurement activities with County departments to determine requirements to purchase requested commodities and services
• Summarizes proposals submitted by suppliers, assists in the identification of sources of supply
• Assembles information pertaining to the preparation of proposals and specifications, consults with departments as needed regarding purchase orders, requisitions, confirming orders, etc.
• Identify vendors to whom price requests will be sent

Skills

Vendor management

Procurement coordination

Documentation

Analytical thinking

Communication

Education

Associate’s degree in Business or related field

Bachelor’s degree in Business or related field preferred

Tools

Excel

Word

Job description

Job Type: Full-time
Location: 421 N. County Farm Road, Wheaton, Illinois
Department: Finance Department

Annual Salary Range: $55,000 – $60,000

Schedule: Monday – Friday 8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.

This position is eligible for our complete benefit package including medical, dental and vision insurance, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, pension, deferred compensation plan, tuition reimbursement, pre-paid legal and credit union. As a team member at DuPage County, you will also have access to time off with pay on Designated Holidays or holiday pay if required to work, Vacation time, Sick time and Paid Leave.

To learn more about the cost and coverage of the benefits plan, visit Employees Benefit Information.

For detailed information on paid time off, visit Employee Policy Manual, Section 5

Responsibilities include:

• Assists departments to determine appropriate procurement method and incorporate substantive procurement needs into Request For Proposals, Request For Quotations or Invitation For Bids for issuance
• Coordinates and maintains records from all county procurements
• Handles purchasing requests and the issuance of purchase orders to vendors
• Obtains pricing for purchases in accordance with the policy, assuring procurement documents and contracts are consistent with policies and regulations
• Coordinates procurement activities with County departments to determine requirements to purchase requested commodities and services
• Summarizes proposals submitted by suppliers, assists in the identification of sources of supply
• Assembles information pertaining to the preparation of proposals and specifications, consults with departments as needed regarding purchase orders, requisitions, confirming orders, etc.
• Identify vendors to whom price requests will be sent

Requirements include the following experience or an equivalent combination of training and experience:

• Completion of an Associate’s degree in Business or related field
• Three (3) years of experience in purchasing supplies, equipment and services or four (4) years of experience in an entry level purchasing position other than clerical
• A valid Illinois driver’s license is required
• Preferred candidates will have: Completion of a bachelor’s degree in Business or related field

A pre-employment background check is required.
A passing score on a basic Excel and Word test is required.

DuPageCountyis anEqual Opportunity Employer