What are the responsibilities and job description for the Buyer - Purchasing - Kanawha Co. position at West Virginia?
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Work independently under general supervision to perform complicated, complex technical work in the purchasing of goods and or services utilized by the state’s institutions and agencies. This work involves the purchasing of highly specialized, technical, and / or complex commodities and services. This position requires the ability to provide expert guidance to WV state agencies concerning procurement methodology, standards, and best practices in accordance with current state statutes, rules, and established procedures. These methodologies include request for quotations, request for proposal, direct awards, and emergency purchases among others. Understand and properly interpret and apply the many contributing factors such as the state code, code of the state rules, Purchasing Division guidelines, the agency needs, to the highly varied and compacted procurement needs of the state. Represent the Purchasing Division at various functions, trade fairs, and conferences. Is required to develop and teach procurement to state agency procurement staff to ensure compliance with all applicable laws and procedures. Volume purchasing of goods and services. Knowledge of laws and rules and regulations relating to governmental purchasing. Ability to express ideas clearly in oral and written communication. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with associates, vendors, and the public. Perform related work as required. Located in Kanawha County.Click The APPLY Link To Apply Online. IMPORTANT: Your eligibility will be based on information provided in your resume or application; therefore, make sure your resume or application is detailed and complete. You MUST complete ALL parts of the application OR upload a resume to your submission.ATTENTION: Applicant must verify post high school education by submitting an official transcript or diploma, training or licensure earned pertaining to this position by the closing date of the posting, if not previously verified. If you are claiming Veterans preference, please submit "MEMBER 4" form and/or your VA Letter. Protecting your personal information is our highest priority. If your official transcript, training/licensure, or Veterans documentation contains your Social Security Number and/or birthdate, please redact that information before submitting it to the Division of Personnel.Please attach documents to the online application before submitting it. Or, you may email it to: applicantservices@wv.gov or by mail to: WV Division of Personnel, 1900 Kanawha Blvd. E., Building 3, Suite 500, Charleston, WV 25305.Be sure to submit your application for each position of interest. To receive an email notice anytime jobs in this or other categories are posted, you may choose to complete a Job Interest Card from the slide-out menu located at the top left of our Job Opportunities page.
Work independently under general supervision to perform complicated, complex technical work in the purchasing of goods and or services utilized by the state’s institutions and agencies. This work involves the purchasing of highly specialized, technical, and / or complex commodities and services. This position requires the ability to provide expert guidance to WV state agencies concerning procurement methodology, standards, and best practices in accordance with current state statutes, rules, and established procedures. These methodologies include request for quotations, request for proposal, direct awards, and emergency purchases among others. Understand and properly interpret and apply the many contributing factors such as the state code, code of the state rules, Purchasing Division guidelines, the agency needs, to the highly varied and compacted procurement needs of the state. Represent the Purchasing Division at various functions, trade fairs, and conferences. Is required to develop and teach procurement to state agency procurement staff to ensure compliance with all applicable laws and procedures. Volume purchasing of goods and services. Knowledge of laws and rules and regulations relating to governmental purchasing. Ability to express ideas clearly in oral and written communication. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with associates, vendors, and the public. Perform related work as required. Located in Kanawha County.Click The APPLY Link To Apply Online. IMPORTANT: Your eligibility will be based on information provided in your resume or application; therefore, make sure your resume or application is detailed and complete. You MUST complete ALL parts of the application OR upload a resume to your submission.ATTENTION: Applicant must verify post high school education by submitting an official transcript or diploma, training or licensure earned pertaining to this position by the closing date of the posting, if not previously verified. If you are claiming Veterans preference, please submit "MEMBER 4" form and/or your VA Letter. Protecting your personal information is our highest priority. If your official transcript, training/licensure, or Veterans documentation contains your Social Security Number and/or birthdate, please redact that information before submitting it to the Division of Personnel.Please attach documents to the online application before submitting it. Or, you may email it to: applicantservices@wv.gov or by mail to: WV Division of Personnel, 1900 Kanawha Blvd. E., Building 3, Suite 500, Charleston, WV 25305.Be sure to submit your application for each position of interest. To receive an email notice anytime jobs in this or other categories are posted, you may choose to complete a Job Interest Card from the slide-out menu located at the top left of our Job Opportunities page.
