Contra Costa County Human Resources Department
Company Name
Contra Costa County Human Resources Department
Address
651 Pine Street, 2nd Floor, Martinez, CA, 94553, United States
Contact Name
Human Resources
Phone Number
925-335-1701
Email Address
exam@hrd.cccounty.us
Company Website
https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/contracosta
Job Title
BUYER I
Sector
Business/Consulting/Administration & Office Work
Part Time/Full Time/Other
Full-Time
Is it a student job?
No
Wage/Salary
$24.31 – $29.54 Hourly
Education Level
Bachelor’s Degree
Job Description
Bargaining Unit: Local 21 – Non-Supervisory Management
Contra Costa County’s Public Works Department has an excellent opportunity for individuals interested in a Buyer I position, located in Martinez, California.
The individual selected will be assigned duties which include, but are not limited to: purchasing a wide variety of standardized or specialized materials, supplies and equipment and services; analyzes and develops purchasing specifications to accomplish standardization of bulk purchasing; prepares documentation for bids and Request for Proposal solicitations (RFPs); consults with county departments and special districts regarding purchasing problems; and does related work as required.
The ideal candidate will have a proven track record demonstrating the following:
• Preparing and processing requisitions and purchase orders for supplies and equipment
• Building relationships with vendors to obtain product information and technical assistance to assist customer departments and districts
• Examining, selecting, ordering and purchasing merchandise consistent with quality, quantity, and specification requirements
• Resolving invoices and payment discrepancies
• Preparing and maintaining accurate and up to date bid files
• Utilizing computer systems for research and documentation data
• Perform mathematical calculations needed for basic budget calculations
Characteristics of the ideal candidate:
• Possesses strong interpersonal skills to interact with vendors, coworkers, the public, and organizations
• Personally motivated and team oriented
• Possess relevant office/computer skills to use a variety of equipment and software
• Ability to take initiative with complete follow through
• Effective communication skills both in writing and orally
• Possess strong organizational skills, detail oriented, and able to work with varied and changing priorities
To read the complete job description, please visit the website, www.cccounty.us
The eligible list established from this recruitment may remain in effect for one year.
Promotional Opportunities: Buyer I may flexibly promote, after demonstrated proficiency and the required years of experience have been met, to Buyer II ($5,559-$6,757) and Senior Buyer ($6,174- $7,504)
TENTATIVE EXAM DATES
Tentative Written Exam: October 9, 2018
Tentative Oral Exam: October 24, 2018
How to Apply
https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/contracosta/jobs/2198522/buyer-1?pagetype=jobOpportunitiesJobs
Expiration Date
September 21, 2018