Services Procurement Purchaser VII - Team Lead

Texas Health and Human Services; Austin (TX); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 84,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Pension plan

Career advancement

Job summary

Texas Health and Human Services (HHSC) in Austin is seeking a Purchaser VII to lead procurement teams and oversee complex sourcing, contracts and vendor evaluations. This role requires deep knowledge of state purchasing laws and the ability to guide staff through competitive solicitations.

You will supervise and train colleagues, develop process improvements, and ensure compliance with all regulatory requirements while delivering best value.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Minimum five (5) years of purchasing, procurement, or contract management experience.
• Three (3) years of progressive experience in formal solicitation methods.
• CTCD certification preferred or to be obtained within 6 months of hire.

Responsibilities

• Attends work on a regular and predictable schedule.
• Evaluate complex requisitions for compliance and clarify requirements.
• Assist program customers with researching vendors and drafting competitive specifications.
• Direct preparation of competitive solicitations in compliance with laws and HHSC policies.
• Process requisitions to purchase orders and manage tracking contracts.
• Train and mentor procurement staff and develop job aids.
• Prepare financial reports and monitor vendor performance.

Skills

Procurement expertise

Team leadership

Contract management

Vendor evaluation

Regulatory compliance

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

CAPPS Financials

SCOR

Job description

Date: Oct 23, 2026
Location:
AUSTIN, TX
Join the Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) and be part of a team committed to creating a positive impact in the lives of fellow Texans. At HHSC, your contributions matter, and we support you at each stage of your life and work journey. Our comprehensive benefits package includes 100% paid employee health insurance for full-time eligible employees, a defined benefit pension plan, generous time off benefits, numerous opportunities for career advancement and more. Explore more details on the Benefits of Working at HHS webpage.
Functional Title: Services Procurement Purchaser VII - Team LeadJob Title: Purchaser VIIAgency: Health & Human Services CommDepartment: Purchasing - Consolidated 2Posting Number: 22598Closing Date: 11/06/2026Posting Audience: Internal and ExternalOccupational Category: Business and Financial OperationsSalary Range: $5,797.66 - $7,500.00Pay Frequency: Monthly
Salary Group: TEXAS-B-25Shift: DayAdditional Shift: Days (First)
Telework
Travel:
Regular/Temporary: RegularFull Time/Part Time: Full timeFLSA Exempt/Non-Exempt: Nonexempt
Facility Location:
Job Location City: AUSTIN
Job Location Address: 1100 W 49TH ST (DHSB)
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Brief Job Description
HHSC Procurement and Contracting Services (PCS) is looking for a candidate for the Purchaser VII position.
The Purchaser VII is an expert procurement position that provides experience through technical expertise and oversight and processing of the most complex and high impact procurements. Serves as team lead, and may supervise the work of others, as well as train and mentor other purchasing staff. Works under minimal supervision, with extensive latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment following HHSC and PCS policies and procedures, and laws governing state purchasing.
Essential Job Functions (EJFs)
Attends work on a regular and predictable schedule in accordance with agency leave policy.
(15%) Evaluates complex requisitions for compliance with applicable requirements prior to processing and collaborates with program customers to clarify and understand requirements and specifications relating to procurements.
(15%) Assists program customers with research vendors to provide needed commodities and aids requesters in drafting competitive specifications for services. Utilizes the most appropriate procurement method to determine best value.
Uses advanced critical thinking to optimize the most appropriate procurement method.
(15%) Directs the preparation of competitive solicitations ensuring they are solicited and awarded in accordance with state and federal laws to include compliance with Comptroller of Public Accounts requirements and guidance when applicable, Contract Advisory Team requirements, and HHSC policies and procedures.
(10%) Supports the team by identifying provider resources, evaluates information supplied by bidders, and calculates bids and orders to determine lowest and most qualified bids or bids that provide best value. Recommends and makes contract awards and suggests additional content for contracts when appropriate.
(10%) Supports the team by processing assigned requisitions to purchase orders (POs) and/or creates tracking contracts in a financial accounting system, in accordance with established timelines. Evaluates, releases to vendor, and tracks purchase orders (POs) based on requesters’ needs.
(10%) Guides the team through the procurement process for accuracy and verifies against a checklist. Utilizes organizational tools to maintain all required procurement documentation and prepares files for upload into the system of records, in a timely manner. Uses automated procurement systems.
(10%) Creates, prepares and delivers trainings and workshops, and serves as mentor to procurement staff. Creates and/or revises job aids related to procurement processes.
(10%) Works alongside leadership, requesters, subject matter experts, stakeholders, agency staff, and other purchasing staff to identify and resolve purchasing related issues.
(5%) Prepares and/or reviews financial reports; monitors and documents vendor performance as required; and provides required reporting. Performs other duties as assigned, such as participating in procurement related events, training, or providing support for the agency’s disaster response and recovery obligations or Business Continuity Plan activation.
Knowledge, Skills And Abilities (KSAs)
Expert knowledge of state and federal laws and regulations governing state purchasing and systems such as HHS’s Centralized Accounting and Payroll/Personnel System (CAPPS) Financials and System of Contract Operation and Reporting (SCOR).
Expert knowledge of purchasing and procurement methods and procedures.
Expert knowledge of state of Texas procurement principles and practices assigned commodities and products on the open market, and supply sources.
Expert skill in the use of computer and applicable software.
Expert skill in problem solving, including asking appropriate questions and identifying resources to obtain necessary information.
Demonstrated ability to logically assemble and evaluate information.
Demonstrated ability to maintain a system of required record keeping.
Demonstrated ability to communicate clearly, both verbally and in writing.
Demonstrated ability to schedule, prioritize, monitor and complete multiple assignments timely.
Demonstrated ability to work effectively independently and as part of a team.
Demonstrated ability to act in a sound, logical, proactive and appropriate manner based on well thought out analysis of situations or problems.
Demonstrated ability to assign and/or oversee the work of others.
Demonstrated ability to effectively train others.
Must be detail oriented.
Must be able to work in a fast-paced work environment with competing priorities.
Must provide customer service excellence.
Registrations, Licensure Requirements Or Certifications
Certified Texas Contract Developer (CTCD) certification must be obtained within 6 months of hire.
Initial Screening Criteria
Graduation from high school or equivalent required. A minimum of five (5) years of purchasing, procurement, or contract management experience and three (3) years of progressive experience in formal solicitation methods.
State of Texas procurement and formal solicitation methods experience preferred. Certified Texas Contract Developer (CTCD) certification preferred.
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Military occupation(s) that relate to the initial selection criteria and registration or licensure requirements for this position may include, but not limited to those listed in this posting. All active-duty military, reservists, guardsmen, and veterans are encouraged to apply if qualified to fill this position. For more information please see the Texas State Auditor’s Job Descriptions, Military Crosswalk and Military Crosswalk Guide at Texas State Auditor's Office - Job Descriptions.
ADA Accommodations
In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), HHSC and DSHS agencies will provide reasonable accommodation during the hiring and selection process for qualified individuals with a disability. If you need assistance completing the on-line application, contact the HHS Employee Service Center at 1-888-894-4747. If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodation to participate in the interview process, please notify the person scheduling the interview.
Pre-Employment Checks And Work Eligibility
Depending on the program area and position requirements, applicants selected for hire may be required to pass background and other due diligence checks.
HHSC uses E-Verify. You must bring your I-9 documentation with you on your first day of work. Download the I-9 Form
Telework Disclaimer
This position may be eligible for telework. Please note, all HHS positions are subject to state and agency telework policies in addition to the discretion of the direct supervisor and business needs.
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