Buyer II

Job Title
Buyer II

Agency
Texas A&M University - Corpus Christi

Department
Procurements And Disbursements

Proposed Minimum Salary
Commensurate

Job Location
Corpus Christi, Texas

Job Type
Staff

Job Description

TAMU-CC is a dynamic university designated as both a Hispanic-Serving Institution (HSI) and Minority-Serving Institution (MSI) with approximately 11,000 students from 47 states and 54 foreign nations. We employ over 1,400 full-time and 2,000 part-time Islanders (including students/GAs). The University attracts highly talented faculty and staff and offers an array of undergraduate and graduate degrees, including doctoral programs. As a member of the Texas A&M University System, TAMU-CC benefits from a range of resources, increased visibility and influence, and opportunities to collaborate in mutually beneficial ways with peers across member institutions and associated agencies.

TAMU-CC's beautiful campus is located on a 240-acre island on Corpus Christi Bay and was ranked #1 College by the Sea by Best College Reviews. Our natural setting is enhanced by its modern, attractive, and state-of-the-art classroom buildings and support facilities.

From our generous benefits package and professional development opportunities, to our retirement programs and our commitment to service excellence, the Island University is an engaging and rewarding place to work.

Learn more information here!

PURPOSE

This position is responsible for assisting in coordinating and processing internal and external requests for University's “Good Faith Effort” criteria, meeting HUB goals, and HUB performance reporting, as specified by the Board of regents, State of Texas, and Senior Executives

RESPONSIBILITIES

Functional Area 1: Procurement

Percent Effort: 50%

• Process all requisitions to IFB's (Information for Bid), Formal Bids or RFP's (Request for Proposal), as assigned by Director of Procurement and Disbursements. Prepare, solicit, obtain and evaluate bids, offers, and requests for proposals. Identify prospective bidders to include HUB vendors, conduct pre-bid conferences, record bid results, analyze bid results (technical performance, price & total cost evaluations). Some of these may be highly technical and advanced in nature. Responsible for administration of annual contracts as assigned and enters contract data into Blue Ridge contract software.
  
• Ensure all purchase orders are issued using the most appropriate solicitation method in compliance with our purchasing policies and regulations Process all annual contract awards (including equipment maintenance & services), master orders, and awards or renew contracts and suggest addition of items to contract. Record and update contract data in Blueridge.
  
• Comply with all HUB (Historically Underutilized Business) rules and regulations and Assist in the HUB (Historically Underutilized Business) 'Good Faith Effort' required by the State of Texas. Submit bid tabulations over 25,000 for HUB Coordinator's approval.
  

Functional Area 2: Operational Support

Percent Effort: 35%

• Communicate effectively with staff, departments, as well as present and prospective vendors on matters relating to bids, purchasing, purchase requirements, delivery, and quality of merchandise and invoice problems. Work closely with user departments and vendors to ensure that vendors are providing the expected level of service and/or products in accordance with contracts and/or agreements. Advise the user department on the proper interpretation and application of bidding policies and regulations. Research and assist user departments in preparing, reviewing, and recommending specifications used as a basis for bids. Resolve vendor disputes; respond to vendor complaints and protests at the first level.
  
• Pcard- Assist with the Procurement Card Program to comply with the rules and regulations set as stated on the Procurement Card Program Guide
  
• Lead one of the FAMIS, Canopy or IslanderBuy training workshops on a quarterly basis. Contribute to the effective team management of all relevant problems, issues and opportunities.
  

Functional Area 3: Other

Percent Effort 15%

• Maintain working knowledge of University automated FAMIS, Canopy and IslanderBuy systems, and keep current with Excel, Word and Laserfiche.
  
• Perform all other duties as assigned by the Director of Procurement and Disbursement.
  

WHAT YOU WILL NEED

• Bachelor's Degree in related field.
  
• Two years of related experience in procurement or purchasing.
  
• Excellent customer services skills.
  
• Ability to work well individually and as a team member.
  
• Intermediate skills in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook).
  
• Intermediate knowledge of standard office equipment including windows-based computer, copier, fax, scanner, and 10-key.
  
• Excellent written and verbal communication and customer service skills.
  
• Detail-oriented and excellent organization skills. Ability to manage multiple task and meet deadlines. Ability to prioritize projects and must have strong problem-solving skills. Ability to work independently
  

WHAT THEY WOULD LIKE TO SEE

• Certified Texas Contract Developer (CTCD)
  

SALARY $46,400 ( Salary dependent upon education and experience)

All positions are security-sensitive. Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution's verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution's procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.

Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Veterans/Disability Employer.


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