Senior Buyer

Full Job Description

Pay Schedule XII, Grade 4M, Regular Schedule: 35 hours per week

A vacancy exists in the Office of Budget and Finance.

A list of eligible applicants will be established based on the examination as outlined below.

Current and future vacancies occurring in any Office or Department of Baltimore County General Government may be filled from the list of eligible applicants.

All interested transfer and promotional candidates must apply at this time.

List all promotions and changes in job duties due to reclassification as separate work experience on your application. Applicants must include the dates of the promotions and reclassifications.

Note: Failure to complete all fields of the "Work Experience" section of the application will result in your application not being considered.

A resume will not be considered in determining your qualifications for a position.

Applicants selected for an interview may provide a resume at that time.You MUST attach your transcript(s) or license(s) to your application.

Failure to submit proof of Licenses, Certifications and Education will result in your application not being considered. Proof of licenses, certifications, and/or education must be submitted with each application.

Requirements

Under general supervision, supervises a team of buyers and support personnel, prepares highly technical or complex specifications for goods and services for all County agencies, and prepares, evaluates and awards informal and formal bids and requests for proposals.

• Supervises and trains a team of purchasing personnel in the acquisition of supplies, materials, and equipment used by County agencies.
• Verifies approved requisitions and determines the most efficient method of procurement.
• Expedites purchase orders and resolves discrepancies.
• Writes and prepares complex and technical specifications for commodities and services.
• Develops uniform specifications based on collective needs of the County..
• Prepares, evaluates and awards informal and formal bids.
• Issues blanket orders and price agreements and monitors usage.
• Performs cost analysis studies and value analysis.
• Prepares reports and maintains records.
• Locates new sources of supply and maintains good working relationships with vendors and manufacturers.
• Interviews salespersons and vendors.
• Drafts correspondence related to acquisition, maintenance, and disposition of equipment and materials including market trends, new materials and products, or changes in design, environmental or safety requirements.

Examples of Other Duties

• Keeps informed of government purchasing policies, supply functions and changes in the procurement system.
• Reviews trade publications, periodicals and journals.
• Analyses price listings and changes in market trends.
• May perform the duties of Assistant Chief of Purchasing in the absence of same.
• Performs other related duties as required.

(NOTE: The duties and responsibilities listed above are for the purpose of determining a common set of minimum qualifications for all positions in this class. They may not include all of the essential job functions of each position in the class. Each position may not be required to perform all of the essential job functions listed.)

Qualifications

Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor's degree.

plus

Four years' professional experience in purchasing a variety of commodities and writing original specifications, including at least (1) one year purchasing complex or highly technical equipment.

(Additional experience may be substituted on a year-for-year basis up to a maximum of four years for the required education.

Education beyond a bachelor's degree may be substituted on a year-for-year basis up to a maximum of two years for the required experience.

Designation as a Certified Associate Contracts Manager (CACM) or Certified Professional Public Buyer (CPPB) may be substituted for one year of the required education or experience.

Designation as a Certified Public Purchasing Officer (CPPO), Certified Purchasing Manager (C.P.M.), or Certified Professional Contracts Manager (CPCM) may be substituted for two years of the required education or experience.)

Proof of Licenses, Certifications and EducationApplicants are required to submit proof of licenses, certifications and education beyond high school to meet the required and preferred qualifications of the position.

Diplomas or transcripts must show the applicant's major field of study.

Copies and unofficial transcripts are acceptable.Failure to submit proof of Licenses, Certifications and Education will result in your application not being considered.

Proof of licenses, certifications, and/or education must be submitted with each application.Proof of Degree EquivalencyApplicants who have obtained a degree from outside the United States of America are required to submit degree equivalence documentation from World Education Services, Inc.

(www.WES.org)Mail or deliver documents to:ATTN: Senior BuyerOffice of Human ResourcesBaltimore County Government308 Allegheny Ave.Towson, MD 21204You MUST attach your transcript(s) or license(s) to your application.EXAMINATION PROCEDUREApplicants will be qualified based on an evaluation of their training and experience, as stated on their application, which includes answers to the supplemental questions.

Applicants must state the dates and duties of past and present experience clearly and completely for evaluation purposes.

Additional Information

Physical and Environmental Conditions
These positions are essentially sedentary with occasional standing, walking, lifting, or other restricted physical activities.

Employment Background Investigation
Applicants selected for employment with Baltimore County must successfully complete an employment investigation, including, but not limited to criminal background, education, and fingerprinting checks.