City of Houston
Position Overview
Position: Buyer
Location: 8000 N Stadium Dr.
Workdays & Hours: Monday - Friday 8:00 am to 5:00 pm
Description of Duties / Essential Functions The purpose of the Buyer position is to procure various non-technical and standard technical operations and materials, equipment and services on a competitive basis for the City and/or department in accordance with City and departmental policies and procedures and/or specification requirements. This role ensures routine purchase requisitions are converted into purchase orders within required timelines. Interprets bids and selects the most advantageous bid in accordance with city, state and federal laws and regulations. Ensures deliveries are on‑time and expedites if needed. Resolves material discrepancies.
Must be able to pass a criminal background check, obtain and maintain federally mandated security clearances where required.
Responsibilities
Perform routine research and follow-up on purchase orders and contracts; expedite delivery of purchase orders; maintain back‑order files.
Review purchase requisitions and/or contracts for content and conformance to specifications.
May purchase simple, standardised items.
Process purchase requisitions in a timely manner.
Compile data for the preparation of product specifications.
Maintain lists of bidders, requisitions and purchase order files and logs, and generate reports as needed.
May assign Assistant Buyers and clerical staff in routine tasks, such as preparing purchase orders, reviewing quotations, and expediting delivery.
Review purchase orders and contracts for completeness, accuracy and compliance with City and departmental policies and procedures.
Review requisitioned materials, equipment or services to see if they can be purchased via contract.
Conduct pre‑bid meetings and distribute bid invitations. Advertise and set bid opening dates.
Gather and compile verbal and written bids, tabulate bids, evaluate price quotes and compare to specifications.
Research vendors and evaluate their ability to provide and the availability of quality materials, equipment and services.
Select or recommend the most advantageous bid; schedule and expedite delivery and resolve any discrepancies with the vendor.
Prepare requests for council action and final drafts of contracts.
Interpret and evaluate contract provisions; ensure purchase orders comport with existing contracts.
Maintain and update vendor lists; maintain requisitions and purchase order files and logs.
Prepare reports and respond to information requests from department managers, vendors etc.
Working Conditions The position is physically comfortable; the individual has discretion about walking, standing etc. There are no major sources of discomfort, i.e. essentially normal office environment with acceptable lighting, temperature and air conditions. Requires the ability to make coordinated gross motor movements in response to changing external stimuli within moderately demanding tolerances; or the ability to make coordinated eye/hand movements on a patterned response space within low tolerance demands with no real speed requirements.
Minimum Requirements Educational Requirements Requires a Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Materials Management, Purchasing or a closely related field.
Experience Requirements Two years of professional or para‑professional buying experience are required. Professional buying experience may substitute for the above education requirement on a year‑for‑year basis.
License Requirements None
Preferences Preference shall be given to eligible veteran applicants provided such persons possess the qualifications necessary for competent discharge of the duties involved in the position applied for, such persons are among the most qualified candidates for the position, and all other factors in accordance with Executive Order 1‑6.
General Information Selection/Skills Tests Required
— The selection process will involve application review and/or interview. Department may administer skills assessment test.
Safety Impact Position
— YES. If yes, this position is subject to random drug testing and if a promotional position, candidate must pass an assignment drug test.
Pay Grade
— 16
Salary Information
— General Funds. Factors used in determining the salary offered include the candidate’s qualifications as well as the pay rates of other employees in this classification.
Application Procedures Only online applications will be accepted for this City of Houston job and must be received by the Human Resources Department during active posting period. Applications must be submitted online at: www.houstontx.gov.
To view your detailed application status, please log‑in to your online profile by visiting: agency.governmentjobs.com/houston/default.cfm or call 832‑393‑4882.
If you need special services or accommodations, call 832‑393‑4882 (TTY 7‑1‑1). If you need login assistance or technical support, call 855‑524‑5627. Due to the high volume of applications received, the Hiring Department will contact you directly, should you be selected to advance in our recruitment process.
All new and rehires must pass a pre‑employment drug test and are subject to a physical examination and verification of information provided.
Applicants are encouraged to attach a cover letter and resume along with their completed application when applying. For further information pertaining to the Houston Airport System, please visit: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EDWLV_sJFoM.
Equal Opportunity Employment The City of Houston is committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, colour, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.
The City of Houston is an Equal Opportunity Employer under federal, state and local laws.
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Location: 8000 N Stadium Dr.
Workdays & Hours: Monday - Friday 8:00 am to 5:00 pm
Description of Duties / Essential Functions The purpose of the Buyer position is to procure various non-technical and standard technical operations and materials, equipment and services on a competitive basis for the City and/or department in accordance with City and departmental policies and procedures and/or specification requirements. This role ensures routine purchase requisitions are converted into purchase orders within required timelines. Interprets bids and selects the most advantageous bid in accordance with city, state and federal laws and regulations. Ensures deliveries are on‑time and expedites if needed. Resolves material discrepancies.
Must be able to pass a criminal background check, obtain and maintain federally mandated security clearances where required.
Responsibilities
Perform routine research and follow-up on purchase orders and contracts; expedite delivery of purchase orders; maintain back‑order files.
Review purchase requisitions and/or contracts for content and conformance to specifications.
May purchase simple, standardised items.
Process purchase requisitions in a timely manner.
Compile data for the preparation of product specifications.
Maintain lists of bidders, requisitions and purchase order files and logs, and generate reports as needed.
May assign Assistant Buyers and clerical staff in routine tasks, such as preparing purchase orders, reviewing quotations, and expediting delivery.
Review purchase orders and contracts for completeness, accuracy and compliance with City and departmental policies and procedures.
Review requisitioned materials, equipment or services to see if they can be purchased via contract.
Conduct pre‑bid meetings and distribute bid invitations. Advertise and set bid opening dates.
Gather and compile verbal and written bids, tabulate bids, evaluate price quotes and compare to specifications.
Research vendors and evaluate their ability to provide and the availability of quality materials, equipment and services.
Select or recommend the most advantageous bid; schedule and expedite delivery and resolve any discrepancies with the vendor.
Prepare requests for council action and final drafts of contracts.
Interpret and evaluate contract provisions; ensure purchase orders comport with existing contracts.
Maintain and update vendor lists; maintain requisitions and purchase order files and logs.
Prepare reports and respond to information requests from department managers, vendors etc.
Working Conditions The position is physically comfortable; the individual has discretion about walking, standing etc. There are no major sources of discomfort, i.e. essentially normal office environment with acceptable lighting, temperature and air conditions. Requires the ability to make coordinated gross motor movements in response to changing external stimuli within moderately demanding tolerances; or the ability to make coordinated eye/hand movements on a patterned response space within low tolerance demands with no real speed requirements.
Minimum Requirements Educational Requirements Requires a Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Materials Management, Purchasing or a closely related field.
Experience Requirements Two years of professional or para‑professional buying experience are required. Professional buying experience may substitute for the above education requirement on a year‑for‑year basis.
License Requirements None
Preferences Preference shall be given to eligible veteran applicants provided such persons possess the qualifications necessary for competent discharge of the duties involved in the position applied for, such persons are among the most qualified candidates for the position, and all other factors in accordance with Executive Order 1‑6.
General Information Selection/Skills Tests Required
— The selection process will involve application review and/or interview. Department may administer skills assessment test.
Safety Impact Position
— YES. If yes, this position is subject to random drug testing and if a promotional position, candidate must pass an assignment drug test.
Pay Grade
— 16
Salary Information
— General Funds. Factors used in determining the salary offered include the candidate’s qualifications as well as the pay rates of other employees in this classification.
Application Procedures Only online applications will be accepted for this City of Houston job and must be received by the Human Resources Department during active posting period. Applications must be submitted online at: www.houstontx.gov.
To view your detailed application status, please log‑in to your online profile by visiting: agency.governmentjobs.com/houston/default.cfm or call 832‑393‑4882.
If you need special services or accommodations, call 832‑393‑4882 (TTY 7‑1‑1). If you need login assistance or technical support, call 855‑524‑5627. Due to the high volume of applications received, the Hiring Department will contact you directly, should you be selected to advance in our recruitment process.
All new and rehires must pass a pre‑employment drug test and are subject to a physical examination and verification of information provided.
Applicants are encouraged to attach a cover letter and resume along with their completed application when applying. For further information pertaining to the Houston Airport System, please visit: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EDWLV_sJFoM.
Equal Opportunity Employment The City of Houston is committed to recruiting and retaining a diverse workforce and providing a work environment that is free from discrimination and harassment based upon any legally protected status or protected characteristic, including but not limited to an individual's sex, race, colour, ethnicity, national origin, age, religion, disability, sexual orientation, genetic information, veteran status, gender identity, or pregnancy.
The City of Houston is an Equal Opportunity Employer under federal, state and local laws.
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