J195 Purchaser III - Procurement Division

Performs technical purchasing functions for the Department. Work involves research, study and evaluation of assigned commodities, supplies and services. Advises district and division personnel on purchasing procedures and quality of commodities, supplies and services. Work requires contact with other governmental and private entities. Employees at this level perform work independently on assignments; however, all unusual issues are referred to the supervisor.Essential Duties:Coordinates and compiles basic and/or complex reports. Develops and writes technical equipment, material specifications and/or service statements of work (SOW) and works with the user to evaluate requirements for the items or services to be purchased. Makes field visits to districts and divisions to discuss requirements for materials, supplies and services and arranges for demonstrations and evaluations of new equipment and supplies. Makes recommendations on standardization of equipment, materials, supplies and services. Prepares requisitions for term contract and open market purchases and makes delegated purchases. Represents the Department at various meetings and may serve as a member of one of the division specification committees. Responsible for the achievement of established Historically Underutilized Business participation goals. Reviews and analyzes bids and makes award recommendations to management and/or the of Comptroller of Public Accounts (CPA). Answers questions, provides guidance and acts as liaison between districts, divisions and vendors. Assists in preparing justifications and compiles files of items purchased. Keeps abreast and reports on the impact of technological and price changes in goods and/or services. Maintains files on product literature, requisitions, purchase orders and correspondence. Makes spot and emergency purchases. Prepares correspondence to departmental staff, vendors and/or the CPA regarding updates on literature, clarification of specifications, bid reviews, expediting delivery and coordinating testing/evaluation of products. Prepares specifications and statements of work (SOW) which involves conducting market research, obtaining literature and tabulating and comparing features to user needs. Performs other job responsibilities as assigned.