Senior Buyer - Tacoma, United States - City of Tacoma

City of Tacoma Tacoma, United States

4 weeks ago

Description

The City of Tacoma's Finance Department is recruiting for the position of Senior Buyer. A Senior Buyer performs professional-level purchasing functions for the City of Tacoma.

Senior Buyers ensure the timely and cost-effective procurement of materials, supplies, equipment and services (public works, professional and personal) for the City of Tacoma within the requirements of applicable state law, City of Tacoma ordinances and department guidelines.

Responsibilities include:
Serving as expert consultant to assigned departments
Recommending effective procurement methods
Performing market analysis
Conducting competitive solicitation processes
Composing and issuing specifications
Tabulating and facilitating the evaluation of competitive solicitation submittals to determine recommended awardee
Participating in contract negotiations and facilitating resolution of problems as needed

The ideal candidate:

The City of Tacoma is seeking self-driven candidates who can demonstrate knowledge of: procurement concepts; public contract acquisition laws and regulations; Uniform Commercial Code; public works construction, procedures and specifications; business systems, contracting, and insurance and bonding requirements.

The successful candidate will bring a collaborative and team-oriented approach to managing people and processes working in cross-departmental teams.

The City of Tacoma is committed to fostering a workplace that is innovative and flexible, and which attracts, supports, and retains a diverse and talented workforce.

Telework arrangements may be available, depending on the position and needs of the City.

Bachelor's degree in business, purchasing or related field and three years' increasingly responsible purchasing experience, preferably for a government or public entity.

Additional experience may be substituted for up to two (2) years of education.

NOTE:
Additional years of experience may be substituted for up to two years of college.

Desired Qualifications
Experience using ERP/MRP or other procurement software
Experience conducting solicitations (bids, requests for proposals)
Procurement related professional certifications
LICENSES,

CERTIFICATES AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS:
Valid Washington State driver's license at time of appointment with maintenance thereafter "or evidence of alternative mobility"

KNOWLEDGE OF:
Applicable local, state and federal laws regarding public procurement
Solicitations including Requests for Proposals, Requests for Bids, Request for Qualifications, and Requests for Information
Procurement best practices, negotiations and techniques as related to municipal purchasing
Advanced cost and price analysis
Contract development for a diverse range of materials, equipment, supplies and services
Sustainability Initiatives
Equity in Contract Program
Vendor sourcing, market conditions and price trends
Leadership, business partnering and teamwork
Purchasing software programs and enterprise resource planning (ERP) systems (preferably with SAP/Ariba)

SKILLS:
Conducting of competitive solicitations to establish best pricing or best fit suppliers
Advanced negotiations
Advanced cost and price analysis
Advanced communication skills including public speaking and written presentations
Customer focused interpersonal communication.
Advanced public contracting
Intermediate-level Microsoft Windows programs – Word, Excel, and Power Point
College-level business math
Problem-solving and conflict resolution

To be considered for this career opportunity:
Interested individuals should

apply online and attach a detailed resume and cover letter

describing your experience, training, and expertise as it relates to the responsibilities of this position. Please answer all supplemental questions fully.

Applications received without all the requested materials may not progress in the selection process.

Examination Process:
Applicants who meet the minimum qualifications will have their

responses to

supplemental questions

8,

9 and 10

reviewed and scored by a committee of subject matter experts, as the

Experience and Training Test.

It is the responsibility of the applicants to adequately describe all pertinent experience and training.

Please make sure you read the questions and provide complete informative answers, including your roles in the position and key activities.

Applicants must attain a passing score in order to be placed on the eligible list for interview and hiring consideration.

Appointment is subject to passing a background check. This position is covered by a Labor Agreement between the City of Tacoma and Local 120.

New employees must successfully complete a nine-month probationary period prior to obtaining permanent status in this classification.

Candidates who are eligible for Veteran's Preference scoring criteria

must attach a copy of their DD-214 member copy 4, (proof of military discharge form) at time of application

, to be eligible for review for Veteran's Preference points, with redacted birth date and social security numbers.

WHY WORK FOR THE CITY?

The City of Tacoma is nestled along the shores of Commencement Bay in Washington State and offers many community parks, miles of beautiful waterfront, hiking & biking trails, golf courses, museums, and a world-class zoo with an aquarium.

Tacoma also serves as a gateway to some of the most magnificent natural wonders in the world, such as Puget Sound, Mount Rainier National Park and the Olympic Peninsula.

The City of Tacoma provides excellent medical, dental and vision benefits for the whole family; paid holidays and personal time off; participation in Tacoma's Public Employees' Retirement System and a growing variety of City-sponsored health and wellness opportunities.

For more information on the City of Tacoma's benefit package feel free to explore

City of Tacoma Benefits.

City of Tacoma Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion

Tacoma's diversity is its greatest asset. Tacoma embraces its multi-cultural and multi-ethnic character. Communities of color and immigrant communities are fundamental to Tacoma's entrepreneurial spirit, workforce, and long-term success.

In Tacoma, equity and empowerment are top priorities, meaning that all Tacoma residents must have equitable opportunities to reach their full potential and share in the benefits of community progress.

One of our goals is for the City of Tacoma workforce to reflect the community it serves.

We actively work to eliminate racial and other disparities and welcome candidates with diverse backgrounds and/or multicultural skill sets and experiences.

Our goal is for Tacoma to be an inclusive and equitable place to live, work, and play.

The City of Tacoma is an Equal Opportunity Employer and values diversity in its workplace.

Applicants are considered for positions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, age, marital or veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other basis prohibited by federal, state, and local laws.

Communication from the City of Tacoma:
We primarily communicate via e-mail during the application process.

E-mails from and/or must be placed on your safe domain list to ensure that you receive notifications in a timely manner.

As a precaution, you may also want to check your junk e-mail folders.

The online application system requires you to enter a substantial amount of information. Be prepared to spend an hour or more entering the required information.

In order for your application materials to be considered, all information must be submitted by the closing date and time listed on this job announcement.

For assistance with the application process or questions regarding this job announcement please contact Human Resources at by 4:00 pm on the closing date.

This will allow us to assist you before the job announcement closes.
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