Buyer I - RWRD

Pima County • Tucson, AZ

17d • $20 - $27

About The Position

Pima County’s Regional Wastewater Reclamation Department is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Buyer I to support daily purchasing operations. This role is responsible for processing purchase requisitions, locating competitive sources and pricing, obtaining quotes, and placing orders for a wide range of supplies and equipment. The Buyer I works closely with vendors and internal staff to ensure accurate ordering, timely deliveries, and compliance with County purchasing regulations. This position is ideal for candidates who are organized, customer-focused, and interested in developing a career in public sector purchasing and procurement.

Requirements

• Two years of professional buying experience.
• Coursework from an accredited college or university in business, purchasing, materials management, or a closely related field, as determined by the department head at the time of recruitment, may substitute.
• Qualifying education and experience must be clearly documented in the "Education" and "Work Experience" sections of the application.
• Valid driver license is required at time of application.
• Valid AZ driver license is required at time of appointment.
• The successful applicant will be subject to a 39-month DOT Motor Vehicle Record review to determine applicant’s suitability to operate county vehicles in accordance with Pima County administrative procedures.
• Failure to obtain and maintain the required licenses and certifications shall be grounds for termination.
• Any offer of employment resulting from this recruitment is contingent upon Fleet Services’ review and approval of the candidate’s driving record.
• The County requires pre-employment background checks.
• Successful candidates will receive a post-offer, pre-employment background screening to include verification of work history, education, and criminal conviction history.

Nice To Haves

• Minimum one (1) year experience purchasing capital assets for a government agency.
• Minimum one (1) year experience using Maximo or similar Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS) software for procuring specialized materials and services through work orders.
• Minimum one (1) year experience preparing documentation for competitive bid solicitations, cooperative agreements, and sole-source procurements.
• Minimum one (1) year experience purchasing specialized materials and services using Workday or similar ERP software.

Responsibilities

• Receives and reviews purchase requisitions for completeness and accuracy of information for a variety of general merchandise orders made by a department
• Establishes and maintains phone, mail, or personal contact with vendors and their representatives
• Interviews vendors and develops lists of vendors for type of goods purchased and to whom requests for bids are to be sent
• Locates and keeps records of sources of supply for various supplies and equipment
• Secures quotations and places orders for purchases when bids are not required
• Reviews journals and publications to become familiar with new products and sources of supply
• Maintains files of current catalogs, specifications, and prices
• Discusses purchases, product needs, and product quality with other departments
• Assists departments in filling order specifications for accuracy and in assuring conformity to County purchasing regulations
• Expedites shipments and deliveries by following up with vendors, trucking companies, railroads, and other common carriers
• Gathers information for bid specifications
• Issues delivery orders

Benefits

• Employees enjoy competitive salaries, generous health insurance coverage, and retirement plans that contribute to long-term financial security.
• Pima County recognizes the importance of a healthy work-life balance, offering flexible work schedules, a generous family leave policy and wellness programs that prioritize employee well-being.
• Employees benefit from opportunities for professional advancement through training programs, workshops, and educational reimbursement programs.
• In addition, a County-wide employee recognition program rewards employees who exemplify the County values of being accountable, respectful and ethical as well as providing great customer service.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees