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State Purchasing Agent II

2 months ago


Montpelier, United States State of Vermont Full time
Overview

The State Purchasing Agent II with the Office of Purchasing & Contracting (OPC) within the Department of Buildings & General Services (BGS).

Duties include:

  • Procurement of assigned materials, commodities, contract services, supplies, and equipment for use state agencies and departments, and with commodity procurements being eligible for utilization by political subdivisions, schools, and institutions of higher education.
  • Selection and execution of compliant contract delivery methods.
  • Responsibility for fiscally prudent, open and fairly competitive, transparent procurement.
  • Maintaining swift and uninterrupted flow of a heavy and varied workload while also being vigilant for opportunities to make positive changes in economies of scale, process improvement, or similar opportunities.

There is extensive contact with purchasers and vendors. Work is performed under the general supervision of a Senior Purchasing Agent or the State Commodity Procurement Administrator.

Who May Apply

This position,State Purchasing Agent II(#50557), is open to all State employees and external candidates.

If you would like more information about the duration of this position or other details, please contact James Meyers atjames.meyers@vermont.gov.
Resumes will not be accepted via e-mail. You must apply online to be considered.

Environmental Factors

Work is performed primarily in a normal office setting. However, incumbents may be required to visit state agencies and vendors, warehouses and auction sites. Incumbents must have access to private vehicle for such occasions. The role involves resolution of disagreements between vendors and purchases which can become quite heated at times. Workload volume is heavy.

Minimum Qualifications

Three (3) or more years of experience in inventory management, purchasing, contract administration, sales, or related field that includes experience with contract or financial management systems.

Preferred Qualifications

Associate's degree or higher in accounting, business administration, or related field.

Professional certification as a Certified Purchasing Manager or Certified Public Purchasing Official.

Total Compensation

As a State employee you are offered a great career opportunity, but it's more than a paycheck. The State's total compensation package features an outstanding set of employee benefits that are worth about 30% of your total compensation, including:

  • 80% State paid medical premium and a dental plan at no cost for employees and their families
  • Work/Life balance: 11 paid holidays each year and a generous leave plan
  • State Paid Family and Medical Leave Insurance (FMLI)
  • Two ways to save for your retirement: A State defined benefit pension plan and a deferred compensation 457(b) plan
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Flexible spending healthcare and childcare reimbursement accounts
  • Low cost group life insurance
  • Incentive-based Wellness Program
  • Qualified Employer for Public Service Student Loan Forgiveness Program

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Equal Opportunity Employer The State of Vermont celebrates diversity, and is committed to providing an environment of mutual respect and meaningful inclusion that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. The State does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion or belief, national, social or ethnic origin, sex (including pregnancy), age, physical, mental or sensory disability, HIV Status, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, marital, civil union or domestic partnership status, past or present military service, membership in an employee organization, family medical history or genetic information, or family or parental status. The State's employment decisions are merit-based. Retaliatory adverse employment actions by the State are forbidden.