Buyer

DHRM•Richmond, VA

5d•Onsite

About The Position

We’re looking for a collaborative, customer-focused team member who enjoys helping others, building positive working relationships, and finding practical solutions to meet purchasing needs. The Buyer will work closely with staff across the Office of Epidemiology to provide responsive, accurate, and friendly purchasing support while ensuring requests are handled efficiently and in accordance with applicable policies and procedures. This position follows prescribed procedures to procure supplies, equipment and services for the agency, with limited purchasing authority, volume and variety. Secures market information regarding quality, performance, problems and pricing. Reviews requisitions and specifications to determine the appropriate method of procurement. Writes Quick Quotes, solicits bids, and evaluates and awards purchases as instructed. Monitors orders and expedites for delivery. May perform some general administrative tasks. The Office of Epidemiology is looking to add a Buyer to the Epi Admin Team. This position is part of the purchasing team that processes purchase requests and utilizes small purchase charge cards for the office's small buying needs. The ideal candidate is organized, detail-oriented, and comfortable managing multiple requests and priorities. Strong communication skills, sound judgment, and a willingness to work collaboratively are important to success in this role. Whether assisting a colleague with a purchase request, coordinating with vendors, or navigating purchasing processes, the Buyer plays an important role in helping the Office of Epidemiology’s teams get the resources they need to do their work.

Requirements

Knowledge of procurement laws, policies and procedures
Knowledge of automated procurement systems
Working knowledge of and ability to apply standard accounting principles and guidelines
Ability to interpret and apply established policies, guidelines and procedures
Ability to prepare, maintain and reconcile financial reports and data
Proficiency and experience with the use of basic computer operating systems to include Word, Excel, Power Point and Access

Nice To Haves

Knowledge/experience in procurement, accounting and/or business
Knowledge of state and agency procurement requirements

Responsibilities

Procure supplies, equipment and services for the agency following prescribed procedures.
Secure market information regarding quality, performance, problems and pricing.
Review requisitions and specifications to determine the appropriate method of procurement.
Write Quick Quotes, solicit bids, and evaluate and award purchases as instructed.
Monitor orders and expedite for delivery.
Perform some general administrative tasks.
Process purchase requests and utilize small purchase charge cards for the office's small buying needs.
Assist colleagues with purchase requests.
Coordinate with vendors.
Navigate purchasing processes.