Buyer 1

Buyer 1Agency: Military AffairsLocation: Camp Ripley, Little Falls, MNTelework Eligible: NoFull/Part Time: Full-TimeRegular/Temporary: RegularWho May Apply: Open to all qualified job seekersHiring Agency/Seniority Unit: Military AffairsDivision/Unit: Facilities Management OfficeWork Shift/Work Hours: Day ShiftDays of Work: Monday - FridayTravel Required: NoSalary Range: $23.98 - $34.69 / hourlyClassified Status: ClassifiedDesignated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities: YesThe work you'll do is more than just a job. At the State of Minnesota, employees play a critical role in developing policies, providing essential services, and working to improve the well-being and quality of life for all Minnesotans. The State of Minnesota is committed to equity and inclusion, and invests in employees by providing benefits, support resources, and training and development opportunities.This position is in the Facilities Management Office (FMO) at Camp Ripley. This position exists to purchase services, equipment and supplies for the Department of Military Affairs according to the Department of Administration's and the agency's policies and procedures. Duties include defining specifications for goods and services; negotiating with vendors; resolving shipments and warranty problems. Consideration must be given to cost, timeliness, quality, and customer satisfaction.Minimum QualificationsApplicants are required to have business, financial, accounting, contracting, or purchasing related experience or educationKnowledge and understanding of acquisition principles and procedures sufficient to secure and administer purchase orders for a variety of goods and servicesMust pass a complete background investigationValid driver's licenseRequired to be a Certified State Purchasing Agent holding an ALP with the ability to achieve the $25,000 ALP level within three months of hireKnowledge, Skills, & Abilities required:Strong word processing and spreadsheet maintenance/Excel experienceStrong organization skills and a large emphasis on attention to detailStrong computer software skillsAbility to work independently, follow directions, and balance workload demands through prioritization and organizationPurchasing or accounting experience in a governmental or business environmentAbility to writing scopes of work, deliverables, and terms/conditions for contracts, goods, and servicesUtilizing accounting/vendor information systems sufficient to manage purchasing and acquisition contractsPreferred QualificationsKnowledge of Microsoft Office softwarePurchasing in a governmental or business environmentExperience executing purchasing and contracting under a cooperative agreementWriting specifications for goods/servicesPreparing and awarding solicitations for bidsUtilizing accounting/vendor information tracking systems sufficient to manage purchasing and acquisition contractsTraining in Fiscal LawMust possess a valid Minnesota driver licenseAN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER Minnesota State Colleges and Universities is an Equal Opportunity employer/educator committed to the principles of diversity. We prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their race, sex, color, creed, religion, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or membership in a local commission as defined by law. As an affirmative action employer, we actively seek and encourage applications from women, minorities, persons with disabilities, and individuals with protected veteran status. Reasonable accommodations will be made to all qualified applicants with disabilities. If you are an individual with a disability who needs assistance or cannot access the online job application system, please contact the job information line at 651-259-3637 or email careers@state.mn.us . Please indicate what assistance is needed.