Procurement Specialist – City Government

City of Yuma; Yuma (AZ); On-site; USD 52,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

City of Yuma is seeking a Buyer for the Finance Department – Procurement Division, offering a role that emphasizes analytical thinking, multi-tasking, and adherence to deadlines. Under basic supervision, you will procure commodities in compliance with Federal, State and City rules and source at the best cost from qualified vendors.

Responsibilities include meeting with departments to determine needs, preparing bid documents, and processing requisitions and changes while maintaining confidential

Qualifications

• Associate's Degree in Business or Public Administration or related field, AND two years procurement experience; OR an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
• Knowledge of City policies and procedures governing procurement; CPPB preferred; ongoing training may be required.
• Strong written and verbal communication; ability to maintain accurate purchasing records.

Responsibilities

• Meets with departments to determine needs; researches purchase requests; verifies cost and specifications.
• Prepares bid documents and specifications; processes purchase requisitions into purchase orders; manages amendments and contracts.
• Analyzes documentation to ensure purchases are in the City's best interest; creates supporting approval documentation.
• Maintains confidentiality of City information and supports courteous public interaction and policy compliance.
• Performs other duties as required by the employer.

Skills

Purchasing records

PC proficiency

Communication skills

Education

Associate's Degree in Business/Public Admin

Job description

City of Yuma is seeking a Buyer for the Finance Department – Procurement Division, offering a role that emphasizes analytical thinking, multi-tasking, and adherence to deadlines. Under basic supervision, you will procure commodities in compliance with Federal, State and City rules and source at the best cost from qualified vendors.

Responsibilities include meeting with departments to determine needs, preparing bid documents, and processing requisitions and changes while maintaining confidential