Job Details

The County of Santa Cruz is seeking a Senior Buyer to join the team in the General Services Department! We offer a generous benefits package which includes annual leave, paid holidays, medical, dental, vision and CalPERS retirement benefits!

Salary: $7,113 – 9,181 / Month

THE JOB: Under direction, purchase material, services and equipment; prepare product specifications, request for bids and contracts; and perform other work as required. Senior Buyer is the fully qualified journey level in the buyer series. Incumbents are responsible for purchasing, preparing product specifications and bids for a wide range of products and commodities.

THE REQUIREMENTS: Any combination of education and experience, which would provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying, unless otherwise specified. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be: 

Two years of experience performing duties comparable to a Buyer at Santa Cruz County. 

Special Requirements: Possession of a valid California Class C Driver's License. 

Knowledge: Working knowledge of the principles and practices of centralized purchasing including purchasing ethics and standards, contract development and negotiations and competitive bidding; the laws, regulations and procedures applicable to public agency purchasing; office operations and accounting and budgetary controls; and current market conditions, pricing and sources of supply and senders.

Ability to: Analyze requisitions and prepare product specifications, bids and agreements; evaluate bids and make awards; establish and maintain effective working relationships with others; maintain accurate records and prepare reports; communicate effectively orally and in writing; and read and interpret technical specifications and drawings.

For more information and to apply online, please visit www.santacruzcountyjobs.com 

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