Job description
We are pleased to offer the current job opportunity for a Buyer I within the Finance Department.
Assists departments to determine appropriate procurement method and incorporate substantive procurement needs into Request For Proposals, Request For Quotations or Invitation For Bids for issuance- Coordinates and maintains records from all county procurements
- Handles purchasing requests and the issuance of purchase orders to vendors
- Obtains pricing for purchases in accordance with the policy, assuring procurement documents and contracts are consistent with policies and regulations
- Coordinates procurement activities with County departments to determine requirements to purchase requested commodities and services
- Summarizes proposals submitted by suppliers, assists in the identification of sources of supply
- Assembles information pertaining to the preparation of proposals and specifications, consults with departments as needed regarding purchase orders, requisitions, confirming orders, etc.
- Identify vendors to whom price requests will be sent
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Completion of an Associate’s degree in Business or related field; Three (3) years of experience in purchasing supplies, equipment and services or
Four(4) years of experience in an entry level purchasing position other than clerical
A valid Illinois driver's license is required
A passing score on basic Microsoft Word and Excel test is required
A pre-employment background check is required.
Sedentary Work: Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or a negligible amount of force frequently or constantly to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time. Jobs are sedentary if walking and standing are required only occasionally and all other sedentary criteria are met.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
Position is typically office or administrative work and is not substantially exposed to adverse environmental conditions.
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