Buyer I - RWRD

Pima County•Tucson, AZ

9d•$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.

Nice To Haves

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