Agency Buyer IV

State of Maryland • Baltimore County, MD

5d • Onsite

About The Position

The Agency Buyer IV performs specialized materials management work for a large state institution. Responsibilities involve procurement, receiving, storage, distribution, and disposition of supplies, materials, and equipment. The role has extensive but relatively routine contact with vendors and the purchasing department to initiate requisitions and purchase orders for materials, supplies, and equipment.

This recruitment is limited to Department of Juvenile Services (DJS) employees. Applications are assessed based on education, training, and experience related to the position. Candidates who meet the qualifications may remain on the certified eligible list for one year, and the list may be used to fill similar positions in the classification.

Requirements

• Graduation from an accredited high school or possession of a high school equivalency certificate.
• Four years of experience in receiving, storing, issuing, purchasing, and requisitioning supplies, materials, and equipment.
• Candidates may substitute 30 credit hours of education at an accredited college or university for each year, up to four years, of the required experience.
• Recruitment is limited to DJS employees only.

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge of FMIS (Financial Management Information System).
• Knowledge of the Procurement 1, 2, 3 Rule.
• Understanding of purchasing methods, vendor selection, quotes, bids, and contract awards.
• Knowledge of applicable State purchasing policies, procedures, and regulations.

Responsibilities

• Manage procurement, receipt, storage, distribution, and disposition of supplies, materials, and equipment for a large state institution.
• Maintain routine contact with vendors and the purchasing department to initiate requisitions and purchase orders.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED