2026-2027 Senior Contract Buyer at Purchasing Services [33030]

creating a smoothly running operation

·       Reviews bids for potential commodities, supplies, equipment and services for the purpose of ensuring compliance with district, state, and federal bidding regulations

·       Schedules equipment repairs as required for the purpose of providing equipment in operating condition according to service contract specifications

·       Assists other personnel as may be required for the purpose of supporting them in the completion of their work activities

·       Other duties as assigned

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE (positions in this class typically require):

·       A two-year College degree minimum (with a related major such as Purchasing, Public or Business Administration) or any equivalent combination of training, education, experience, and/or professional certification. Significant and verifiable experience in a directly related (equivalent) position is highly desirable and can be determined as equivalent to the educational requirement.

·       A minimum of three years of verifiable ‘hands-on’ professional level experience involving the procurement of equipment, services, and supplies as well as contract administration within a formalized purchasing program; preferably within a ‘public procurement’ organization.

LICENSING REQUIREMENTS (positions in this class typically require):

·       None required

KNOWLEDGE (position requirements at entry):

·       Extensive working knowledge of the Arizona Revised Statutes, Arizona Administrative Code, and the Uniform System of Financial Records as they apply to procurement

SKILLS (position requirements at entry):

·       Experienced in the operation of a variety of computer software applications including but not limited to: Microsoft Office Products, plus various Financial Management Software packages

ABILITY (position requirements at entry):

·       Ability to communicate effectively, orally and in writing

·       Ability to work independently with a minimum of supervision

·       Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships with peers

·       Ability to work independently and work toward critical deadlines

·       Ability to analyze problems from a variety of points of view and choose between a number of possible solutions

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Positions in this class typically require : stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, finger dexterity, grasping, talking, hearing, seeing, and repetitive motions.

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.

Incumbents may be subjected to moving mechanical parts, odors, chemicals, extreme temperatures, inadequate lighting, workspace restrictions, and intense noises.

NOTE:

The above job description is intended to represent only the key areas of responsibilities; specific position assignments will vary depending on the business needs of the department.