Senior Purchaser: Strategic Sourcing & Contracts

FALL CREEK FARM & NURSERY; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 50,000 - 67,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Pension plan

Paid time off

Career advancement

Job summary

Health & Human Services Commission in Texas is seeking a Purchaser V to perform advanced purchasing work, including planning, reviewing, and coordinating procurement of commodities and services for the agency.

The role involves preparing specifications, contract renewals, and ensuring compliance with state laws, with training and independent judgment under HHSC policies.

This full-time, day-shift position in Austin offers growth, a defined benefits program, and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Minimum three years of purchasing, procurement, or contract management experience.
• Experience with state procurement laws and regulations.
• Familiarity with CAPPS or similar financial systems.

Responsibilities

• Reviews requisitions for completeness and compliance with requirements.
• Prepares competitive solicitations and evaluates bids for best value.
• Processes POs and tracks orders in CAPPS Financials.
• Maintains procurement documentation and ensures proper filing.
• Responds to inquiries and monitors vendor performance.

Skills

Procurement

Contract management

Vendor evaluation

Attention to detail

Education

CTCD certification

Tools

CAPPS Financials

Excel

Job description

Health & Human Services Commission in Texas is seeking a Purchaser V to perform advanced purchasing work, including planning, reviewing, and coordinating procurement of commodities and services for the agency.

The role involves preparing specifications, contract renewals, and ensuring compliance with state laws, with training and independent judgment under HHSC policies.

This full-time, day-shift position in Austin offers growth, a defined benefits program, and comprehensive benefits.