Senior Purchaser & Contracts Specialist

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

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Defined benefit pension

Generous time off

Career advancement opportunities

Job summary

Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) is seeking a Purchaser V in Austin to manage complex procurement and contracting processes. You will plan, organize, and prepare specifications for transactions, ensuring compliance with state laws and HHSC policies while maintaining detailed records.

Responsibilities include reviewing requisitions, overseeing solicitations, administering POs, and coordinating document management in SCOR and CAPPS Financials.

Qualifications

• Minimum three years purchasing, procurement, or contract management experience.
• Knowledge of state procurement laws and regulations is required.
• Experience with competitive solicitations and contract awards is essential.

Responsibilities

• Review requisitions for completeness and compliance before processing.
• Prepare and oversee competitive solicitations ensuring compliance with laws.
• Process requisitions to POs and track orders in CAPPS Financials.

Skills

Procurement knowledge

Analytical skills

Communication

Independent judgment

Education

CTCD certification

Tools

CAPPS Financials

SCOR (System of Contract Operation and Reporting)

Job description

Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) is seeking a Purchaser V in Austin to manage complex procurement and contracting processes. You will plan, organize, and prepare specifications for transactions, ensuring compliance with state laws and HHSC policies while maintaining detailed records.

Responsibilities include reviewing requisitions, overseeing solicitations, administering POs, and coordinating document management in SCOR and CAPPS Financials.