Senior IT Purchaser — Telework Eligible, Strategic Sourcing

Health & Human Services Comm; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 50,000 - 67,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Pension plan

Generous time off

Career advancement

Job summary

Health & Human Services Comm in Austin, TX is seeking a Purchaser V to lead IT procurement activities, develop solicitations, and manage vendor negotiations. The role emphasizes compliant purchasing and strong collaboration with program staff and stakeholders.

Eligible candidates will have a minimum of three years in purchasing, with CTCD certification and knowledge of IT procurements. This is a full-time position with telework potential and robust benefits.

Qualifications

• Three years of purchasing/procurement experience required.
• Experience with State of Texas IT procurements preferred.
• Knowledge of state and federal purchasing laws and practices.

Responsibilities

• Oversees or initiates purchase of IT goods and services using compliant methods.
• Identifies issues and collaborates with stakeholders to resolve procurement challenges.
• Prepares and distributes competitive solicitations and manages contract awards.
• Performs other duties as assigned, including disaster recovery support.

Skills

Purchasing

Procurement

Contract management

IT procurement

Vendor negotiation

Education

CTCD certification

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Job description

Health & Human Services Comm in Austin, TX is seeking a Purchaser V to lead IT procurement activities, develop solicitations, and manage vendor negotiations. The role emphasizes compliant purchasing and strong collaboration with program staff and stakeholders.

Eligible candidates will have a minimum of three years in purchasing, with CTCD certification and knowledge of IT procurements. This is a full-time position with telework potential and robust benefits.