Purchasing Coordinator - Purchasing Department

Escambia County • Pensacola, FL

106d • $22 - $28

About The Position

This class performs coordination and specialized work in the purchase of commodities and services and may manage and/or monitor the contracting function or other procurement programs for the County.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Business Management, Marketing, or a related field.
• At least two years of purchasing experience, or a combination of education and experience equivalent to these requirements.

Nice To Haves

• Certified Public Purchasing Buyer (CPPB) Certification

Responsibilities

• Reviews and processes a wide variety of purchase orders and requisitions and/or change orders for products, services, and/or other related items.
• Develops, initiates, formulates, and analyzes solicitations, specifications, and conditions for bids and proposals.
• Evaluates bids and proposals and leads related meetings; prepares and makes recommendations for bid and proposal awards.
• Coordinates the formal advertisement and solicitation of bids and proposals from qualified sources.
• Negotiates contracts to achieve the best possible price for goods and services.
• Advises and contributes in the preparation of departmental reports related to costs, quality, quantity, standardization, value analysis, and price trends.
• Assists with budget preparation and administration; prepares cost estimates for budget recommendations; submits justifications for budget items; monitors and controls expenditures.
• Interprets contractual terms and conditions; monitors vendor compliance with contract and/or purchase order specifications and standards.
• Assists in the development and facilitation of procurement training programs for internal departments.
• Assists in the County's Vendor Recruitment efforts and minority outreach program.
• Performs other duties of a similar nature or level.

Benefits

• Base Pay: $22.88 - $28.60/hr

What This Job Offers

• Education Level: Bachelor's degree