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    Buyer - Baltimore, United States - Baltimore City Public School System

    Baltimore City Public School System
    Baltimore City Public School System Baltimore, United States

    2 days ago

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    Description

    Performs a broad range of duties in connection with the timely purchase of supplies, equipment, and services to support the on-going operation of schools and offices. Work involves detailed preparation of multiple bid packages for the purchase of commodities and professional services. Work is characterized by large volume and complex evaluation procedures, sometimes requiring analysis of life-cycle costs and price analysis.

    Essential Functions
    • Prioritizes the execution of purchase orders and purchase requisitions to meet the purchasing requirements of Baltimore City Public Schools.
    • Processes requisitions and evaluates purchase requests to ensure proper pricing and vendor selection.
    • Ensures supplier's compliance for assigned commodities with pricing templates that are loaded and maintained on City Schools' eCommerce website. Buyer ensures supplier's compliance with contract terms and conditions, on-time delivery, quality and resolves pricing and invoice
    • Assists and advises schools in Enterprise purchasing activities and assists departments with identifying alternative products/goods when necessary.
    • Prepare solicitations for the procurement of supplies, equipment, and services through an open and competitive process.
    • Work closely with various departments and staff to develop bid documents and resulting contracts to meet their specific requirements.
    • Conduct pre-bid meetings, oral presentations, etc., with suppliers and contractors.
    • Prepare award recommendations for the Board of Education.
    • Investigates and resolves problems between agencies and vendors concerning the provision of commodities and services.
    • Maintains files, records and databases used in the procurement process.
    • Review and process Change Orders for End Users in adherence to departmental guidelines.
    • Conduct independent research; analyze and interpret results and develop comprehensive and critical reports.
    • Performs and promotes all activities in compliance with equal employment and non-discrimination policies; follows federal laws, state laws, school board policies and the professional standards.
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    Minimum Salary



    Desired Qualifications
    • Bachelor's degree in business administration, marketing, or a related field. Degree must be from an accredited college or institution.
    • Additional education may substitute for required experience, and additional related experience may substitute for the required education.
    • P.P.B. with the Universal Public Purchasing Certification Council (UPPCC) is required within three years of hiring.
    • Three years-experience in purchasing commodities and services.
    • Experience with eCommerce suite applications such as Ariba, SAP or Oracle.
    • Experience in the drafting bid specifications and solicitations (IFB and RFP), conducting pre-bid conferences, analyzing complex procurement evaluations, and identifying of contract awards and debriefing of unsuccessful bidders.
    • Knowledge of the principles and practices of purchasing procedures and operations in a large urban school system, supply methods and storage techniques, and purchasing trends.
    • Proficient in the use of technical computer applications, including the Internet, Oracle, and Microsoft Office (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Access).
    • Effective interpersonal, oral, and written communication skills.
    • Skilled in writing specialized commodity and service specifications.
    • Ability to make good decisions, solves problems, and analyzes and interprets data.
    • Ability to set priorities, complete multiple activities simultaneously and within deadlines as well as demonstrate flexibility to deal effectively with change.
    Full time or Part time

    Full time

    Additional Details

    Qualified candidates for the above position must submit the following:

    • Completed online application
    • Resume that clearly demonstrates the above minimum qualifications. It is important that you include all experiences and education related to the position to which you are applying.
    • Upload copies of all transcripts -undergraduate, graduate and all MSDE Certifications
    • Must provide three (3) professional references to include: name, title, business address, e-mail address and phone number
    • All documentation/certification necessary (scanned copies accepted) to substantiate minimum qualifications; must be uploaded into application
    • All documentation must be scanned and uploaded to application

    Benefits -- This position is eligible for benefits. To review the available options please see the information relevant to the union for this position by viewing the following link:

    • Baltimore City Public Schools ("City Schools") does not discriminate in its employment, programs, and activities based on race, ethnicity, color, ancestry, national origin, nationality, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, pregnancy or parenting status, family structure, ability (cognitive, social/emotional, and physical), veteran status, genetic information, age, immigration or citizenship status, socioeconomic status, language, or any other legally or constitutionally protected attributes or affiliations. Discrimination undermines our community's long-standing efforts to create, foster, and promote equity and inclusion for all. Some examples of discrimination include acts of hate, violence, harassment, bullying, or retaliation. For more information, see City Schools' non-discrimination statemen City Schools also provides equal access to the Boy and Girl Scouts and other designated youth groups.

    For inquiries regarding the nondiscrimination policies, please contact the Equal Employment Opportunity Manager, 200 E. North Avenue, Room 208, Baltimore, MD 21202; phone); fax).

    This position is affiliated with the Paraprofessionals and School Related Personnel (PSRP) bargaining unit.

    This position is affiliated with the City Retirement Plan.

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