What are the responsibilities and job description for the Procurement Buyer position at Port of Corpus Christi, TX?

Salary : $57,928.00 - $82,243.20 Annually

Location : Corpus Christi, TX

Job Type : Full-time

Job Number : 2025-00436

Department : Procurement

Opening Date : 02 / 26 / 2025

Closing Date : 3 / 10 / 2025 11 : 59 PM Central

Job Summary

Hiring Range : $57,928.00 - $73,578.96 / Year. It is anticipated the hiring rate offered will be / - the midpoint range depending on qualifications.

Port Corpus Christi Authority (PCCA) is currently seeking a dynamic professional to join our team! This position will monitor daily activities of the purchasing function including evaluating needs, conducting research to find the best product and establishing a timely supply; while maintaining compliance of the procurement process at all times and providing support to the Procurement Services Manager to ensure the timely and accurate processing of PCCA supply and service requests.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Participates in the purchase of equipment, materials, services and supplies
Develops specifications and other necessary documents related to the purchasing of equipment, materials, services and supplies in both formal / informal and cooperative purchasing needs for the organization
Serves as a liaison with cooperative purchasing programs
Evaluates and analyzes purchasing needs and trends to identify adequate supply and purchasing costs using supply requests for goods and / or services from PCCA Staff
Creates requisitions
Maintains contact with vendors; keeps informed of new products, market conditions, and current prices; monitors and evaluates vendor performance
Confers with PCCA Staff to determine purchasing needs, specifications, areas of standardization and special problems
Coordinates purchasing activities with PCCA Staff
Discusses defective or unacceptable goods or services with inspection or quality control personnel, users, vendors, and others to determine source of trouble and take corrective action
Serves as liaison on matters relating to substitutions, equivalents, delivery schedules, and vendor problems
Maintains all reporting to cooperative purchasing programs
Maintains all reporting to Texas Ethics Commission
Performs other related duties as assigned
CPR certified or the ability to become CPR certified within the first year of employment
Tier 3 status designation

CANDIDATE PROFILE

The preferred candidate for this position should be an organized, thorough, and able to multi-task in a fast-paced environment with a focus on maintaining optimal integrity in support of the PCCA. They must possess the following :

EDUCATION & CREDENTIALS

Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university with a major in business administration, purchasing, accounting or a closely related field, or a minimum of five years of procurement or accounting experience

Ability to obtain and maintain a Transportation Worker Identification Credential (TWIC) during course of employment

Valid driver's license

EXPERIENCE & JOB KNOWLEDGE

Strong interpersonal skills to work with team members and suppliers

Negotiation skills to work with suppliers and make better deals for the company

An understanding of purchase order software platforms

Basic accounting procedures and practices

Ability to work well with others and maintain good employee relations and encourages and fosters a helpful environment where teamwork prevails

Strong customer service skills

Strong organization and time management skills

Conduct research and demonstrate deductive reasoning

Knowledgeable in cost / price analysis

Ability to maintain supply chain control of inventory process according to Procurement procedures

Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of situations to maintain compliance with governing statute, Port Procurement Policy and procedures related to purchasing function

Tactfully and skillfully obtain the proper materials and services in a timely manner for a fair and reasonable price

Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form

Ability to handle multiple tasks from inception to completion, open and willing to take on challenges with ability to set priorities, take initiative and exercise sound independent judgment

Detail oriented and creative with solid problem solving and decision-making skills

Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations

Ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedures manuals

Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from PCCA staff on all levels, vendors, customers, and the general public

Proficiency in MS Office, including Word and Excel, Outlook and other related applications

Ability to understand, interpret and apply PCCA policies, SEAPORT values, state / federal laws

Three years of experience in relation to the areas or duties outlined above

ESSENTIAL PHYSICAL JOB FUNCTIONS

Ability to perform essential job functions, including but not limited to frequent standing, walking, sitting, speaking or hearing, typing and occasional reaching, stooping, kneeling, lifting and / or moving up to 20 pounds with or without reasonable accommodation

Must be able to walk and stand on level and / or inclined, climb stairs, ramps, ladders and work stands. Must be able to crouch, crawl, grasp / handle objects, use finger dexterity, bend elbow / knee and reach above / below shoulders

Ability to work in a general office environment, with some exposure to the elements when visiting worksites

Ability to operate light-weight highway vehicles and standard office equipment and to work the requisite hours to fulfill position objectives, including evenings and / or weekends, as needed

APPLICATION PROCESS

Interested and qualified candidates must apply online at www.portofcc.com on or before March 10th, 2025, 11 : 59 PM CST.

If you are selected for a position with PCCA, your employment will be contingent upon submission to and successful completion of a drug test and alcohol screening as well as a verification of information and qualifications provided during the selection process.

As part of our dedication to the diversity of our workforce, PCCA is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity. Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard for race, color, gender, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, military status, age, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any other protected group status.

PCCA employees are offered a comprehensive benefits package :

Competitive salary paid bi-weekly

Texas County & District Retirement System (TCDRS)

457(b) Deferred Compensation Plan and Roth

Low-cost, high quality benefit package including health, dental & vision insurance

Health Savings and Flexible Spending Accounts

Voluntary life and AD&D, disability, supplemental, and pet insurance

Virtual care telemedicine 24 / 7 with $0 copay (medical, mental health, dermatology, nutrition, neck & back care)

Tuition reimbursement

529 Education Savings Plan

Passes to local venues, such as the Texas State Aquarium and the USS Lexington Museum

Paid leave (vacation, sick, bereavement)

Thirteen paid holidays

Employee assistance program, volunteer time off, and wellbeing benefits

Salary commensurate with experience

Are you 18 years or older?

A Bachelor's Degree from an accredited college or university with a major in business administration, purchasing, accounting or a closely related field, or a minimum of five years of procurement or accounting experience is required for this position. Do you have this level of education and / or experience?

If you answered "yes" to the previous question, please specify the degree that you received and / or your experience.

The successful candidate for this position must possess strong interpersonal skills to work with team members and suppliers. Do you meet this requirement?

The successful candidate must have effective negotiation skills to work with suppliers and make better deals for the organization. Do you meet this requirement?

If you answered "yes" to the previous question, please describe your knowledge and / or experience.

This position requires an understanding of purchase order software platforms. Do you have this knowledge and experience?

The successful candidate must understand and apply basic accounting procedures and practices. Do you meet this requirement?

The successful candidate must work well with others and interact positively with team members. Do you meet this requirement?

The successful candidate must have the ability to maintain good employee relations and encourages and fosters a helpful environment where teamwork prevails. Do you meet this requirement?

This position requires strong customer service, organization, and time management skills. Do you meet these requirements?

The successful candidate must have the ability to conduct research and demonstrate deductive reasoning. Do you meet this requirement?

The successful candidate must have knowledge in cost / price analysis. Do you meet this requirement?

The successful candidate must have the ability to maintain supply chain control of inventory processes according to Procurement procedures. Would you be able to meet this requirement?

The successful candidate must have the ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of situations in order to maintain compliance with governing statute, Port Procurement Policy, and procedures related to purchasing functions. Would you be able to meet this requirement?

The successful candidate must have the ability to tactfully and skillfully obtain the proper materials and services in a timely manner for a fair and reasonable price. Do you meet this requirement?

The successful candidate must have the ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form. Would you be able to meet this requirement?

The successful candidate must have the ability to handle multiple tasks from inception to completion, handle heavy workloads and work under deadlines, open and willing to take on challenges with ability to set priorities, take initiative, and exercise sound independent judgement. Would you be able to meet this requirement?

The successful candidate must be detail oriented and creative, with solid problem solving and decision-making skills. Would you be able to meet this requirement?

The successful candidate must have the ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, and / or governmental regulations. Would you be able to meet this requirement?

This position requires the ability to write reports, business correspondence, and procedures manuals. Would you be able to meet this requirement?

This position requires the ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from PCCA staff on all levels; vendors, customers, and the general public. Would you be able to meet this requirement?

This position requires proficiency in MS Office, including Word, Excel, Outlook and other related applications. Do you meet this requirement?

The successful candidate must have the ability to understand, interpret, and apply all PCCA policies, while promoting and adhering to the SEAPORT values and state / federal laws. Do you meet this requirement?

This position requires a minimum of three years of experience in relation to the areas or duties outlined above. Do you meet this requirement?

This position requires the ability to perform essential job functions, including but not limited to frequent standing, walking, sitting, speaking or hearing, typing and occasional reaching, stooping, kneeling, lifting, and / or moving up to 20 pounds with or without reasonable accommodation. Do you meet this requirement?

The successful candidate must demonstrate the ability to walk and stand on level and / or inclined, climb stairs, ramps, ladders and work stands. Must be able to crouch, crawl, grasp / handle objects, use finger dexterity, bend elbow / knee and reach above / below shoulders. Do you have the ability to meet these requirements?

This position requires the ability to work in a general office environment, with some exposure to the elements when visiting worksites. Do you meet this requirement?

This position requires the ability to operate light-weight highway vehicles and standard office equipment and to work the requisite hours to fulfill position objectives, including evenings and / or weekends, as needed. Do you meet this requirement?

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