Buyer

Bernalillo County•Albuquerque, NM

12d•$54,018 - $85,363

About The Position

The Buyer performs a wide range of procurement functions, including moderate- to high-volume purchasing of goods and services. The role reviews and coordinates purchase requests, solicits informal quotes and formal Requests for Bids (RFBs), and oversees projects within assigned signature authority. The Buyer may also provide guidance to lower-level procurement staff. Essential duties are typically performed indoors, with occasional outdoor work and site inspections in varying weather and terrain. Work is often performed independently, with or without direct supervision. The position uses office equipment and materials and may use a County vehicle for site visits and project inspections. The duty list is not exhaustive and may vary depending on specific assignments and responsibilities.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration or a related field.
Two years of related professional-level work experience in purchasing, asset management auditing, disposition, or a related field.
Any equivalent combination of related education and/or experience may be considered.
Successful completion of a post-offer employment medical examination and background investigation.
Adherence to all County safety guidelines.
Completion of all FEMA training assigned to the position.
Possession of a valid New Mexico driver’s license by the date of hire and maintenance of a valid license while employed.
Completion of required supervisor training, if applicable.

Responsibilities

Issues purchase orders, Requests for Bids (RFBs), and other procurement-related documents for goods and services.
Evaluates and analyzes technical data to determine bid responsiveness and compliance.
Serves on procurement evaluation committees and coordinates pre-bid meetings for formal procurements.
Interviews vendors and negotiates pricing, product or service quality, and warranties.
Prepares and analyzes bid and proposal summaries to ensure adherence to purchasing procedures.
Assists with the maintenance, routing, and reporting of contracts.
Keeps current with State and County procurement regulations and provides training and guidance to internal departments and the public on procurement policies, bid specifications, contract development, and compliance.
Audits procurement files, including RFBs, RFPs, change orders, requisitions, and emergency/sole source logs, for accuracy, completeness, and quality assurance.
Prepares written reports and distributes them to departments and staff as needed.
Oversees the electronic Vendor Registration Program and manages cash receipting.
Attends meetings related to procurement responsibilities and provides technical assistance to departments, suppliers, and other stakeholders.
Fills in for other Buyers as needed.
Approves purchases within designated authority and ensures compliance with insurance requirements, obtaining certificates of insurance when applicable.
Maintains procurement-related systems and manual files.
Trains purchasing staff, department users, and vendors on procurement systems and processes.