OAG - Procurement & Contract Operations | Purchaser III | 26-0186

GENERAL DESCRIPTION
The Procurement and Contract Operations Division of the Office of the Attorney General (OAG) is seeking a Purchaser whose work will involve purchasing and procurement work. Work involves researching, evaluating, and purchasing and procuring commodities, equipment, and services in accordance with guidelines, rules, policies, and laws. Work may also involve planning, organizing, coordinating and preparing specifications, preparing procurement documents and maintaining procurement audit files. May provide guidance to others.

The OAG is a dynamic state agency with over 4,000 employees throughout the State of Texas. As the State’s law firm, the OAG provides exemplary legal representation in diverse areas of law. OAG employees enjoy excellent benefits (https://ers.texas.gov/Benefits-at-a-Glance) along with tremendous opportunities to do important work at a large, dynamic state agency making a positive difference in the lives of Texans.

ESSENTIAL POSITION FUNCTIONS

• Purchases supplies and equipment in accordance with guidelines, rules, policies, and laws
• Prepares and distributes bid invitations to vendors
• Reviews and tabulates bids and orders to determine lowest and best bids or bids that provide best value
• Processes competitive Procurements and receipts of purchases
• Prepares and reviews bids and purchase orders to verify accuracy, terminology, and specifications
• Tracks the status of requisitions and purchase orders
• Maintains and reviews various purchasing and procurement reports, records, and files
• Assists in monitoring legal and regulatory requirements pertaining to purchasing and procurement
• Performs related work as assigned
• Maintains relevant knowledge necessary to perform essential job functions
• Attends work regularly in compliance with agreed-upon work schedule
• Ensures security and confidentiality of sensitive and/or protected information
• Complies with all agency policies and procedures, including those pertaining to ethics and integrity

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Education: Graduation from high school or equivalent
• Education: Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university; experience in the following (or closely related) fields may be substituted for the required education on a year-for-year basis: purchasing, accounting, or other business functions
• Experience: One year of full-time experience working in the following (or closely related) fields: purchasing, accounting, or other business functions
• Knowledge of general business and procurement functions, ability to perform arithmetical computations, evaluate bids, to maintain a system of records keeping and maintain effective working relationships with vendors and suppliers
• Skill in handling multiple tasks, prioritizing, and meeting deadlines
• Skill in effective oral and written communication
• Skill in exercising sound judgment and effective decision making
• Ability to receive and respond positively to constructive feedback
• Ability to work cooperatively with others in a professional office environment
• Ability to provide excellent customer service
• Ability to work in person at assigned OAG work location, perform all assigned tasks at designated OAG workspace within OAG work location, and perform in-person work with coworkers (e.g., collaborating, training, mentoring) for the entirety of every work week (unless on approved leave)
• Ability to arrange for personal transportation for business-related travel
• Ability to work more than 40 hours as needed and in compliance with the FLSA
• Ability to lift and relocate 30 lbs.
• Ability to travel (including overnight travel) up to 5%

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Certified Texas Contract Developer (CTCD) or ability to obtain within six (6) months of hire with willingness to obtain Certified Texas Contract Manager (CTCM) after (1) year.
• Experience: Two years of experience in purchasing, accounting, or other business functions
• Knowledge: Ability to think critically and learn new concepts quickly.
• Skills: Problem solving and use of applicable software

TO APPLY

To apply for a job with the OAG, electronic applications can be submitted through CAPPS Recruit. A State of Texas application must be completed to be considered, and paper applications are not accepted. Your application for this position may subject you to a criminal background check pursuant to the Texas Government Code. Military Crosswalk information can be accessed at https://hr.sao.texas.gov/Compensation/MilitaryCrosswalk/MOSC_PropertyManagementandProcurement.pdf

THE OAG IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER