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Purchasing Agent, Senior
$72k-91k (estimate)
Full Time
2 Weeks Ago
Broward County Government is Hiring a Purchasing Agent, Senior Near Fort Lauderdale, FL
Requirements And PreferencesThe Broward County Board of County Commissioners is seeking qualified candidates for Purchasing Agent, Senior.This Job Announcement will remain open until a sufficient number of applications are received and may close at any time.The Broward County Purchasing Division is responsible for procuring of goods, services,
Responsibilitiesconstruction, and professional services for over 60 different agencies of the Board of County Commissioners. As a centralized purchasing agency, the Division is responsible for:
(FAPPO) Award of Excellence in Public Procurement.
The Senior Purchasing Agent (PA) provides a key role in the division, procuring the goods and services required to operate, maintain, and grow the County’s operations, for all who live, learn, work and play in Broward County.
General DescriptionReviews, analyzes, and makes recommendations on large scale procurements through the County's central purchasing system. Responsible to bind the County for the purchase of commodities and/or services up to an authorized threshold.
Works independently, under limited supervision, reporting major activities through periodic meetings.
Minimum Education And Experience RequirementsRequires a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in public or business administration or closely related field.
(One year of relevant experience may be substituted for each year of required education.)Requires four (4) years in a large centralized purchasing operation including two (2) years in public sector purchasing and supervisory experience involving either projects or staff or closely related experience.
Preferences
availability, sources of supply, trends, pricing structures, grades and qualities that impact the
procurement of assigned commodities and services, and apply this knowledge to make effective purchases and to resolve associated problems.
Communicates effectively, both orally and in writing.
Duties And ResponsibilitiesThe functions listed below are those that represent the majority of the time spent working in this class. Management may assign additional functions related to the type of work of the job as necessary.Manages, prepares, and analyzes competitive sealed bids, competitive sealed proposals, requests for quotations and requests for statements of qualifications. Reviews and evaluates specifications, scope of services, or statements of work and provides guidance and direction to using agencies to ensure competitive and non-restrictive requirements.
Prepares solicitations for commodities, services and construction projects. Evaluates vendor responses for responsiveness, responsibility, and compliance with solicitation requirements. Performs solicitation award processes, including agenda reports.
Performs research on prospective sources, industry trends, economic trends, legislation, internal guidelines, regulatory requirements, and funding source (grant) requirements. Recommends revised or new procedures.
Prepares memoranda requesting special conditions for solicitations, makes recommendations for award/rejection of solicitations, or responses to vendor issues or protests.
Reviews and analyzes existing contracts prior to expiration to determine whether the contract should be renewed or re-solicited and prepares recommendations for renewals. Processes recommend contract renewals.
Reviews projects with agents (solicitations, awards, agendas, vendor issues, etc.); trains new and existing agents; reviews and approves documentation prepared by subordinates.
Reviews, analyzes and resolves complex purchasing issues. Determines the appropriate terms, conditions, pricing structure, specifications, and forms for procurements.
Responsible for conducting presentations, outreach events, or pre-bid/proposal conferences
Performs related work as assigned.
WORK ENVIRONMENTPhysical DemandsPhysical demands refer to the requirements for physical exertion and coordination of limb and body movement.
Performs sedentary work that involves walking or standing some of the time and involves exerting up to 10 pounds of force on a regular and recurring basis or sustained keyboard operations.
Unavoidable Hazards (Work Environment)Unavoidable hazards refer to the job conditions that may lead to injury or health hazards even though precautions have been taken.
None.
SPECIAL INFORMATIONCompetencies
County Core ValuesAll Broward County employees strive to demonstrate the County's four core behavioral competencies.
Emergency Management ResponsibilitiesNote: During emergency conditions, all County employees are automatically considered emergency service workers. County employees are subject to being called to work in the event of a disaster, such as a hurricane, or other emergency situation and are expected to perform emergency service duties, as assigned.
County-wide Employee ResponsibilitiesAll Broward County employees must serve the public and fellow employees with honesty and integrity in full accord with the letter and spirit of Broward County's Employee Code of Ethics, gift, and conflict of interest policies.
All Broward County employees must establish and maintain effective working relationships with the general public, co-workers, elected and appointed officials and members of diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, political affiliation, familial status, sexual orientation, pregnancy, or gender identity and expression.
Responsibilitiesconstruction, and professional services for over 60 different agencies of the Board of County Commissioners. As a centralized purchasing agency, the Division is responsible for:
- Creating and issuing solicitations
- Vendor selection
- Negotiation
- Award
- Contract management
- Reporting
- Disposal of surplus property, and
- Logistic / resource management support for emergencies
(FAPPO) Award of Excellence in Public Procurement.
The Senior Purchasing Agent (PA) provides a key role in the division, procuring the goods and services required to operate, maintain, and grow the County’s operations, for all who live, learn, work and play in Broward County.
General DescriptionReviews, analyzes, and makes recommendations on large scale procurements through the County's central purchasing system. Responsible to bind the County for the purchase of commodities and/or services up to an authorized threshold.
Works independently, under limited supervision, reporting major activities through periodic meetings.
Minimum Education And Experience RequirementsRequires a Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university with major coursework in public or business administration or closely related field.
(One year of relevant experience may be substituted for each year of required education.)Requires four (4) years in a large centralized purchasing operation including two (2) years in public sector purchasing and supervisory experience involving either projects or staff or closely related experience.
Preferences
- Master's Degree in relevant field
- Certified Professional Public Buyer (CPPB)
- Certified Public Purchasing Officer (CPPO)
- Certified Procurement Professional (CPP)
- Certified Project Management Professional (PMP)
- 1 yr Government Procurement Experience
- 1 years of advanced experience using PeopleSoft modules: Strategic Sourcing, Purchasing, E-Procurement, Procurement Contract, E-Supplier and/or Supplier Contract
availability, sources of supply, trends, pricing structures, grades and qualities that impact the
procurement of assigned commodities and services, and apply this knowledge to make effective purchases and to resolve associated problems.
Communicates effectively, both orally and in writing.
Duties And ResponsibilitiesThe functions listed below are those that represent the majority of the time spent working in this class. Management may assign additional functions related to the type of work of the job as necessary.Manages, prepares, and analyzes competitive sealed bids, competitive sealed proposals, requests for quotations and requests for statements of qualifications. Reviews and evaluates specifications, scope of services, or statements of work and provides guidance and direction to using agencies to ensure competitive and non-restrictive requirements.
Prepares solicitations for commodities, services and construction projects. Evaluates vendor responses for responsiveness, responsibility, and compliance with solicitation requirements. Performs solicitation award processes, including agenda reports.
Performs research on prospective sources, industry trends, economic trends, legislation, internal guidelines, regulatory requirements, and funding source (grant) requirements. Recommends revised or new procedures.
Prepares memoranda requesting special conditions for solicitations, makes recommendations for award/rejection of solicitations, or responses to vendor issues or protests.
Reviews and analyzes existing contracts prior to expiration to determine whether the contract should be renewed or re-solicited and prepares recommendations for renewals. Processes recommend contract renewals.
Reviews projects with agents (solicitations, awards, agendas, vendor issues, etc.); trains new and existing agents; reviews and approves documentation prepared by subordinates.
Reviews, analyzes and resolves complex purchasing issues. Determines the appropriate terms, conditions, pricing structure, specifications, and forms for procurements.
Responsible for conducting presentations, outreach events, or pre-bid/proposal conferences
Performs related work as assigned.
WORK ENVIRONMENTPhysical DemandsPhysical demands refer to the requirements for physical exertion and coordination of limb and body movement.
Performs sedentary work that involves walking or standing some of the time and involves exerting up to 10 pounds of force on a regular and recurring basis or sustained keyboard operations.
Unavoidable Hazards (Work Environment)Unavoidable hazards refer to the job conditions that may lead to injury or health hazards even though precautions have been taken.
None.
SPECIAL INFORMATIONCompetencies
- Manages Complexity
- Resourcefulness
- Optimizes Work Processes
- Ensures Accountability
- Drives Results
- Communicates Effectively
- Demonstrates Self-Awareness-Awareness
County Core ValuesAll Broward County employees strive to demonstrate the County's four core behavioral competencies.
- Collaborates: Building partnerships and working collaboratively with others to meet shared objectives.
- Customer focus: Building strong customer relationships and delivering customer-centric solutions.
- Instills trust: Gaining the confidence and trust of others through honesty, integrity, and authenticity.
- Values differences: Recognizing the value that different perspectives and cultures bring to an organization.
Emergency Management ResponsibilitiesNote: During emergency conditions, all County employees are automatically considered emergency service workers. County employees are subject to being called to work in the event of a disaster, such as a hurricane, or other emergency situation and are expected to perform emergency service duties, as assigned.
County-wide Employee ResponsibilitiesAll Broward County employees must serve the public and fellow employees with honesty and integrity in full accord with the letter and spirit of Broward County's Employee Code of Ethics, gift, and conflict of interest policies.
All Broward County employees must establish and maintain effective working relationships with the general public, co-workers, elected and appointed officials and members of diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds, regardless of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, political affiliation, familial status, sexual orientation, pregnancy, or gender identity and expression.
Job Summary
JOB TYPE
Full Time
SALARY
$72k-91k (estimate)
POST DATE
06/09/2024
EXPIRATION DATE
07/07/2024
WEBSITE
broward.org
HEADQUARTERS
FORT LAUDERDALE, FL
SIZE
200 - 500
FOUNDED
1915
CEO
GLENN R CUMMINGS
REVENUE
$10M - $50M
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About Broward County Government
The business of Broward County Government is to deliver cost-effective and collaborative services to enhance and promote the quality of life for our residents, businesses and visitors. Vision and Goal Statements Broward County is a diverse, vibrant, urban community with parks, beaches, and green space. Broward has something for everyone. Positioned at the center of Southeast Florida, we are environmentally and economically sustainable and a gateway to the international marketplace. Broward County is a regional body working together with government partners and stakeholders to achieve common go...als. We are home to innovation and a great place to live, work, play, and visit. Headquarters 115 S. Andrews Ave., Room 421 Fort Lauderdale, FL 33301 Company Size 5,500 - 6,500 employees
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