Purchasing Agent II

The Division of Fleet Operations is looking for someone with strong communication and organization skills to provide support to the division and our customers while learning all about our vehicle purchasing program in preparation to take on those duties in the future. If you’re a self-starter who can work unsupervised and exercise initiative, discretion and judgement in making important decisions, this could be the position for you!

Job Details

FT / PT Status – Full-Time

Salary – $23.93 - $37.95 Hourly Wage

Remote Work / In-Office – In-Office / On-Site

Recruiter – Victoria Trujillo | victoriatrujillo@utah.gov

Application Deadline – 4/24/2026

Key Responsibilities

As a Purchasing Agent You Will

• Prepare quotes, bids, requests for proposals (RFPs) and contracts.
• Manage statewide cooperative contracts.
• Assist in the improvement of policies and procedures for the division.
• Research market conditions, life cycle cost analysis, cost-benefit relationship analysis, and alternative supply sourcing.
• Assist in creating Purchase Orders and processing contracts in the finance system.
• Assist in contract management support of agency contracts.
• Conduct data analysis on contracts.
  
  

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:

The Best Qualified Candidates For This Position Will Have

• Experience using FINET (or CGI Financial) for creating purchase orders and contracts.
• Experience in contract management.
• Experience in public procurement.
• Proficient computer skills.
• Public procurement is defined as the contracting and purchasing of goods and services by a public entity, such as government departments.
  
  

About The Role

Location –

4209 South 2700 West

Taylorsville, Utah, 84129

United States

Background Check Required – No

Drug Test Required – No

Schedule Code – B - Competitive Career Service

Why You Should Join Our Team

Benefits

In Utah, we believe hard work is important, but balance is essential. Finding work/life balance is a vital element to our culture. To find out more about WHY Utah , click here . Other benefits may include:

• Job Stability: Enjoy the security and reliability of employment within a well-established organization.
• Career Growth: Develop valuable skills and gain opportunities for leadership within a large organization.
• Meaningful Work: Contribute to an important service that benefits the community and supports organizational goals.
• Supportive Work Environment: Be part of a team that values cooperation, strong work ethics, and mutual support.
  
  

The Agency Emphasizing customer service, The Division of Fleet Operations provides safe, efficient, dependable, and cost effective motor pool, fuel, and travel services. You can read more about the Division of Fleet Operations here .

EEO Statement The State of Utah is committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, or Veteran status. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. For accommodations, please contact (801) 957-9390.