Buyer, Sr

Applications will be accepted through 11:59 PM MST on the posting end date.

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Important Guidelines: Applicant resumes must demonstrate how they meet the MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS listed in the job announcement.

Selection Process: Resumes will be screened based on the criteria outlined in this announcement. A select number of candidates who have demonstrated that they meet the MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS of the position and have the most relevant qualifications may be given the opportunity to be interviewed.

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The Idaho Department of Water Resources (IDWR) has an opening for a Senior Buyer located at IDWR's State Office in downtown Boise, Idaho. This position's primary role is to research and perform value analysis on products, services, and equipment; purchase supplies, services, material, and equipment; prepare and issue bidding documents; and perform related work.

Example of Duties:

• Determines product, equipment, and service requirements
• Determines methods of acquisition
• Prepares specifications, selects vendors, and requests written bids/telephone quotes on purchases within delegated authority
• Reviews and evaluates bids, records bid information including vendor price, payment terms, delivery, and issues awards
• Prepares bid and RFPs that may include value analysis, life cycle costing, and weighted value procedures for purchases that are processed through the Division of Purchasing
• Advises users about product, service availability, and specification preparation
• Advises users about policies and procedures and legal requirements established for procurement
• Resolves vendor-user conflicts
• May obtain and issue emergency purchase authorizations
• Conducts research and request information to identify products, services, and equipment for potential department use
• May attend trade shows
• Meets with vendors to receive product and service information
• Analyzes quality, price, source of supply, delivery date, shipping charges, and product cost
• Performs life cycle costing, including analyzing equipment long-term maintenance and expense to determine the residual value and related operating expense
• Verifies, updates, and reconciles inventory information using a computerized records system
• Performs physical inventory and reconciles records
• Schedule preventive maintenance as needed for department vehicles
• Maintain vehicle records such as: mileage logs, fuel purchases, maintenance schedules, and repairs (needed/completed).

Minimum Qualifications:

Some knowledge of:

• Life-cycle costing principles

Experience:

• Performing detailed review of RFQ, RFP, purchasing invoices, purchase orders, formal bids, contracts, and requisitions to ensure conformance with policies and procedures
• Preparing, evaluating, and completing specifications for products and services
• Interpreting and applying public/governmental/private purchasing procedures

Desired Qualifications:

• A valid driver's license
• Physical ability (with or without reasonable accommodation) to lift and carry objects weighing up to 50 pounds
• Customer service experience with demonstrated ability to listen, communicate clearly, and problem-solve

Knowledge of:

• Idaho traffic safety laws; safe driving practices; vehicle service and preventive maintenance requirements

Supplemental Information:

Minimum qualifications can be met through certification as one of the following: Certified Purchasing Manager (CPM), Certified Public Purchasing Officer (CPPO), or Certified Public Purchasing Buyer (CPPB).

To learn more about the Idaho Department of Water Resources, please visit our website:

https://idwr.idaho.gov

Our Mission:

To serve the citizens of Idaho by ensuring that water is conserved and available to sustain Idaho's economy, ecosystems, and resulting quality of life.

BENEFITS

The State of Idaho offers a robust total compensation package, including medical, vision, and dental insurance; PERSI retirement benefits; paid sick, vacation, and parental leave; and 11 paid holidays per year. For additional information related to benefits and/or State programs, please visit https://dhr.idaho.gov/StateEmployees/Benefits.html.

EEO/ADA/Veteran

The State of Idaho is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, religion, political affiliation or belief, sex, national origin, genetics, or any other status protected under applicable federal, state, or local laws.

The State of Idaho is committed to access and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities, auxiliary aids and services are available upon request. If you require an accommodation at any step in our recruitment process, you are encouraged to contact (208) 334-2263 (TTY/TTD: 711), or email ada.coordinator@dhr.idaho.gov.

Preference may be given to veterans who qualify under state and federal laws and regulations.