Senior Buyer

3 days ago

Richmond, California, United States Fort Bend County Full time $32 - $40

Fort Bend County is ranked as one of the fastest growing counties in the nation.  We have capitalized on not only the creed of our location, but on the "quality of life" for our families to call home.  Our employees are the key to our success and the heartbeat of our foundation.  The diversity and inclusivity of our community is our strength and at the forefront of a workplace environment welcoming to all.  Live Here Work Here

  • Assists Purchasing Agent, Assistant Purchasing Agent and Contracts Manager with managing contracts and Processing  Bids/RFPs/RFQs to include but not limited to; preparing specifications, tabulations, award recommendations, etc. with limited supervision.
  • Expedites preparation and execution of agreements with the County Attorney, department and vendor(s).
  • Evaluates Bid/RFP/RFQ responses and participates in the evaluation committee process.
  • Issues, modifies, and processes requisitions into purchase orders.
  • Meets with new vendors initiating new products and/or services to the County.
  • Assists Purchasing Agent and Assistant Purchasing Agent, as requested.
  • Assists buyers with procedural questions.
  • Attends educational/training seminars/conferences to keep well-informed of Public Purchasing requirements.
  • Participates in activities and duties related to emergency management during a local state of disaster as directed by appropriate county managers.

MINIMUM JOB REQUIREMENTS:

  • HS Diploma/GED; Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university preferred.
  • 5 years job related experience.
  • Strong computer, verbal and written communication, with math and accounting skills.
  • Interpersonal skills and the ability to deal effectively with the public, other employees, and elected officials.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook.
  • Working Knowledge of Lawson/Information Financial System and the Onbase Electronic Content Management System preferred.
  • Familiar with purchasing laws and statutes and federal requirements.
  • Excellent Planning and organizational skills to manage work schedule and meet deadlines.

STARTING SALARY RANGE: $ $40.33 hourly based on qualifications

CLOSING DATE: Monday, December 1, 2025 at 5:00 pm

 
All full-time and part-time employees are members of the Texas County District Retirement System (TCDRS). Full-time employees also enjoy a wide-range of great benefits.
 
Fort Bend County is an equal opportunity employer, committed to non-discrimination in employment on any basis including race, color, religion or creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy status (including childbirth and related medical conditions), national origin, ethnicity, citizenship status, age (40 and over), physical or mental disability, genetic information, protected military and veteran status, political affiliation or beliefs, or any other classification protected by state, federal  and local  laws, unless  such classification is a bona fide occupational qualification.
 
For more information on Fort Bend County's Title VI / Nondiscrimination Statement, visit
 
Fort Bend County is committed to providing equal opportunity and reasonable accommodations to employees with disabilities. FBC complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act and all other applicable federal, state and local laws regarding disability discrimination and accommodation.

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