What are the responsibilities and job description for the Purchasing Agent position at City of Redmond?
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The City of Redmond is a thriving, culturally diverse community and home to over 66,000 residents. Redmond is the hub to an array of commerce and industry ranging from technology, aerospace and gaming to biomedical and innovation start-ups.
The Finance Department is responding to the growing needs of the City. The fast-paced nature of our municipality drives innovation and efficiency. The successful candidate will possess strong values that align with the City's values, which include being welcoming, having integrity, showing accountability, and demonstrating a commitment to service. Additionally, the ideal candidate should find satisfaction in providing exceptional customer service and thrive in a collaborative, high-volume work environment.
Please review the Purchasing Agent classification description for more information about this knowledge, skills, abilities, working conditions, and physical requirements.
The City of Redmond is a thriving, culturally diverse community and home to over 66,000 residents. Redmond is the hub to an array of commerce and industry ranging from technology, aerospace and gaming to biomedical and innovation start-ups.
The Finance Department is responding to the growing needs of the City. The fast-paced nature of our municipality drives innovation and efficiency. The successful candidate will possess strong values that align with the City's values, which include being welcoming, having integrity, showing accountability, and demonstrating a commitment to service. Additionally, the ideal candidate should find satisfaction in providing exceptional customer service and thrive in a collaborative, high-volume work environment.
Please review the Purchasing Agent classification description for more information about this knowledge, skills, abilities, working conditions, and physical requirements.
- Verify incoming purchase requisitions for accuracy, completeness, and compliance with policies.
- Determine appropriate bid and approval thresholds based on commodity type.
- Perform supplier sourcing, including identifying interlocal and piggybacking opportunities with other agencies.
- Conduct bid comparisons to determine lowest responsible bid.
- Prepare comparative analysis and bid summaries to evaluate and make supplier recommendations and selections.
- Create purchase orders and purchase agreements.
- Advocate proper contracting process; train and guide City staff through the process as required.
- Become knowledgeable in the City's financial system, Microsoft Dynamics, and other related software used for processes.
- Assist with other projects in the division such as system upgrades, research, data gathering or testing for software changes.
- The Purchasing Agent works Monday through Friday, 8:00 am to 5:00 pm.
- Associate degree in a related field.
- Three (3) years of direct purchasing experience.
- Combination of equivalent education and experience that would provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities to perform this job.
- Basic knowledge and experience with governmental purchasing policies and practices is preferred.
- This position is currently covered by a collective bargaining agreement.
- Valid Washington State driver's license.
- Certified Professional Public Buyer (CPPB) designation preferred.
- Our employees earn competitive wages and enjoy an exceptional benefits packet.
- The City pays for all regular, full-time employee healthcare premiums.
- Learn more about our medical, retirement, and other perks like tuition reimbursement and transportation subsidies including a free bus pass by visiting https://cityofredmond.benefithub.com/.
- All applicants will be notified of their application status.
- Top candidates will be contacted to participate in the next phase of the selection process, which may include testing and/or an interview.
- In-person interviews are tentatively scheduled for December 3, 2019.
- Note, the City may review existing application pools to fill this position or use this pool to fill future vacancies.
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