Procurement Specialist – Public Sector & Bids

coptx; Pasadena (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Affordable health insurance

Tuition reimbursement

Retirement match

Generous vacation

Job summary

City of Pasadena is seeking a Buyer II to support the Purchasing Department in procuring goods and services for City operations. The role emphasizes bid preparation, vendor evaluation, and contract administration.

Required: Associate degree or higher, 2-3 years in public sector purchasing, Texas driver's license; CPPO/CPPB/CPM preferred. The City offers generous benefits and a strong retirement plan.

Qualifications

• Associates degree or higher in business or related area.
• Minimum of 2-3 years of work experience in public sector purchasing or related field.
• Valid Texas driver's license.
• Preferred: CPPO, CPPB, or CPM certification.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate procurement activities for goods and services within the Purchasing Department.
• Prepare bid specifications and related documents for formal solicitations.
• Review requisitions for completeness and verify information.
• Examine bid tabulations and make recommendations on awards.
• Provide technical assistance to user departments and suppliers.
• Participate in joint meetings to review specifications and ensure compliance.

Skills

Procurement coordination

Bid evaluation

Vendor management

Education

Associates degree or higher in business or related area

Job description

City of Pasadena is seeking a Buyer II to support the Purchasing Department in procuring goods and services for City operations. The role emphasizes bid preparation, vendor evaluation, and contract administration.

Required: Associate degree or higher, 2-3 years in public sector purchasing, Texas driver's license; CPPO/CPPB/CPM preferred. The City offers generous benefits and a strong retirement plan.