Purchasing Agent

Fort Bend County; Richmond (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Purchasing Agent to enhance their procurement processes. This role involves developing policies, managing budgets, and overseeing contract administration to ensure efficient purchasing operations. The ideal candidate will possess strong communication and management skills, with a solid background in governmental purchasing. Join a dynamic team dedicated to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace while contributing to the community's growth and success. If you're ready to make a significant impact in a supportive environment, this opportunity is for you!

Benefits

Health Benefits

Retirement Plan

Paid Time Off

Training and Development

Qualifications

• 10 years of governmental/public experience with 2 years in a supervisory role.
• Strong communication and organizational skills required.

Responsibilities

• Research purchasing statutes and develop policies for County purchases.
• Administer departmental budget and supervise Purchasing Department staff.

Skills

Verbal Communication

Written Communication

Interpersonal Skills

Management Skills

Organizational Skills

Knowledge of Purchasing Techniques

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration

Job description

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Fort Bend County is ranked as one of the fastest growing counties in the nation. We have capitalized on not only the creed of our location, but on the "quality of life" for our families to call home. Our employees are the key to our success and the heartbeat of our foundation. The diversity and inclusivity of our community is our strength and at the forefront of a workplace environment welcoming to all. Live Here! Work Here!

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

1. Research purchasing statutes to develop policies and procedures to coordinate County purchases. Establish standards and/or priorities for Purchasing Board approval and ensure standards are met.
2. Develop and administer a departmental budget to be approved by the Purchasing Board and Commissioners Court.
3. Contract administration and quality assurance of all County contracts. Review and execute contracts under $50K. Develop, review, evaluate, and supervise the competitive bid process and prepare reports as required.
4. Administer and supervise formal and informal purchases. Communicate with department heads and employees to determine purchasing needs and assist in securing supplies. Meet with vendors to ensure an available supply of materials.
5. Supervise the annual inventory, sale, and redistribution of county property.
6. Coordinate the daily operation of the department. Supervise Purchasing Department staff. Maintain staff training to ensure currency in procedures. Approve the selection of new employees, transfers/promotions, discipline/discharges, and salary increases.
7. Sign for and be held financially accountable for equipment issues; recommend equipment expenditures.
8. Participate in activities and duties related to emergency management during a local state of disaster as directed by county managers.

Minimum Job Requirements:

1. Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration.
2. 10 years of governmental/public experience with 2 years in a supervisory management capacity.
3. Strong verbal and written communication, interpersonal, management, and organizational skills; effective interaction with the public, employees, and officials.
4. Knowledge of vendors, pricing sources, purchasing techniques, policies, procedures, and statutes regulating purchasing.

Starting salary: Commensurate with qualifications.

Closing date: Upon filling the position.

All employees are members of the Texas County District Retirement System (TCDRS). Full-time employees enjoy a wide range of benefits.

Fort Bend County is an equal opportunity employer, committed to non-discrimination in employment based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, pregnancy, national origin, ethnicity, citizenship, age, disability, genetic information, military or veteran status, political beliefs, or other protected classifications by law.

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Fort Bend County is committed to providing equal opportunity and reasonable accommodations to employees with disabilities, complying with the Americans with Disabilities Act and applicable laws.