Coordinates specification preparation, and secures bids/proposals.
Negotiates contracts and makes awards.
Serves as advisor to subordinate buyers on unusual or difficult policy problems.
Participates in hiring of staff; consults with user department personnel concerning requirements.
May supervise and train subordinate staff, including evaluation and discipline.
Advises user department representatives on purchase methods and alternate products and may recommend substitutes.
Solicits quotations and bids.
Negotiates prices and terms.
Originates purchase orders.
Resolves discrepancies and invoice problems.
Develops and maintains bidders lists.
Prepares formal invitations for bids and requests for quotations, including required special terms and conditions, performance, and technical criteria.
Selects suppliers from bidders lists.
Makes award determinations.
Corresponds and communicates with suppliers and departments regarding services and complaints.
Recommends new or revised purchasing procedures.
Perform cost and price analysis
Negotiate business agreements
Organize and prioritize unit workload to meet deadlines and operating needs
Read, interpret and explain laws, rules and office policies and procedures
Compile data for purposes of bidding and awarding contracts
Establish effective working relationships with management, employees, employee representatives and the public representing diverse cultures and background
