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Buyer / Purchasing Officer, Division of Purchasing at Idaho Division of Human Resources in Boise, Idaho, United States Job Description Buyer / Purchasing Officer, Division of Purchasing Posting Begin Date : 2024 / 07 / 30 Posting End Date : 2024 / 08 / 19 Category : Purchasing Sub Category : Business Work Type : Full Time Location : Boise, ID, United States Minimum Salary : 25.00 Maximum Salary : 30.00 Pay Rate Type : Hourly Description State of Idaho - Department of Administration Opportunity Are you ready to put your experience in procurement and / or contract administration to good use by serving the great State of Idaho? The Department of Administration (, in beautiful downtown Boise, may be just what you are looking for Imagine having the privilege to play a key roll in delivering vital goods and services across the state; from vehicles for law enforcement and snowplows for Idaho roads to the incredible exhibits at the Idaho State Museum, and everything in between. This position is classified as a Purchasing Officer, but can be filled with a Buyer (Purchasing Officer underfill) as well. The Buyer position is a great opportunity to develop your skills to be successful at the Purchasing Officer level. The selected candidate(s) will join a team of passionate and skilled professionals that serve as the central purchasing authority for state agencies. In addition to challenging and rewarding work, Division of Purchasing (DOP) ( emphasizes professional development and strongly encourages team members to participate in the National Association of State Procurement Officials (NASPO) and the local chapter of the National Institute for Public Procurement (NIGP) in Idaho, the Idaho Public Purchasing Association (IPPA). We serve Idaho by promoting responsible government through expert customer support. Responsibilities : Advises departments of legal requirements for purchasing Consults with department purchasing and legal counsel on determination of contract terms and conditions and ensures language is specific Reviews adequacy of bid rejection rationale Confirms selection of the appropriate supplier, in compliance with the State Procurement Act Consults with the Administrator and legal counsel on vendor appeals Prepares complex multi-department contracts Prepares specifications and Scopes of Work Prepares and issues formal bidding documents Reviews departments bid / award recommendations Interprets State Purchasing Code for department personnel Corresponds with vendors and department personnel regarding pu To view full details and how to apply, please login or create a Job Seeker account
