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BUYER I
Snohomish County Everett, WA
$64k-80k (estimate)
Full Time | Specialty Trade in Construction 7 Days Ago
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Snohomish County is Hiring a BUYER I Near Everett, WA

Snohomish County's Finance Department has a Buyer I position open on their purchasing team! The Buyer I will be responsible for purchasing a wide variety of services and commodities for the county. This position will also work to build and maintain relationships with new and existing suppliers. 
The successful candidate will have: 
  • Experience with purchase orders and different purchasing methods. 
  • Demonstrated experience working with vendors/contractors and internal customers 
  • A strong desire to ensure that compliance measures are met and maintained. 
  • Strong attention to detail.
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills
  • Strong customer service skills
This position is currently open to employees within the Snohomish County Finance Department. Applications will be accepted until July 7, 2024
BASIC FUNCTION
To purchase a wide variety of commodities and services for the County departments within the guidelines established by the Purchasing Manager.
STATEMENT OF ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES 
  1. Prepares and processes informal bids and other solicitation, as assigned, for materials, supply, equipment and services.
  2. Solicits bids from potential suppliers, receives and evaluates bid submittals, prepares bid tabulations and bid award recommendations.
  3. Handles direct purchases for customers that are valued below the bid threshold.
  4. Conducts industry research for a wide variety of commodities and services.
  5. Maintains positive business partnerships with current suppliers; interviews potential suppliers to learn about their organization, products and services offered.
  6. Determines method of procurement and issues purchase orders through a computerized financial system as appropriate.
  7. Helps to investigate and resolve possible vendor performance problems.
STATEMENT OF OTHER JOB DUTIES 
  1. May seek legal opinions from the Prosecuting Attorney's Office.
  2. May assist lead buyers on formal and public work bids.
  3. Performs other related duties as required.
Two (2) years of experience as a buyer; OR, any equivalent combination of training and/or experience that provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities. Experience in government purchasing is preferred. Must pass job related tests.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Experience in government purchasing is preferred.
Job offers are contingent on successful completion of reference and background checks. Snohomish County will not sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa for this opportunity. In compliance with federal law, all persons hired will be required to verify identity and eligibility to work in the United States. 
KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES
Knowledge of:
  • purchasing practices, procedures and terminology
  • sources of supply, materials and services
  • bidding practices and procedures
Ability to: 
  • prepare bid solicitation documents fully, accurately and with attention to detail
  • evaluate proposals and recommend the most cost effective purchases
  • apply appropriate purchasing laws
  • use personal computer proficiently
  • communicate effectively both orally and in writing
  • establish and maintain effective, ethical work relationships with other county employees, business partners and the general public
  • maintain necessary records and prepare required reports
  • quickly learn about unfamiliar products and industries
  • develop comprehensive supply sources for bidding purposes
SUPERVISION
Employees receive general supervision from the Purchasing Man­ager. Assignments are made by indicating generally what is to be done, the quantity and quality of work expected, and any deadlines that are to be met. The employee carries out recurring assignments on their own initiative and receives additional, specific instructions for new or unusual assignments. Work is reviewed for technical adequacy and conformance with policies and procedures.
WORKING CONDITIONS
The work is performed in the usual office environment.

Job Summary

JOB TYPE

Full Time

INDUSTRY

Specialty Trade in Construction

SALARY

$64k-80k (estimate)

POST DATE

06/21/2024

EXPIRATION DATE

07/07/2024

WEBSITE

snohomish.org

HEADQUARTERS

LYNNWOOD, WA

SIZE

50 - 100

FOUNDED

1984

TYPE

NGO/NPO/NFP/Organization/Association

CEO

EZIO BORTOLUSSI

REVENUE

$5M - $10M

INDUSTRY

Specialty Trade in Construction

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