Purchasing Agent

Purchasing Agent
Job #70094

Responsible for executing formal and informal procurement and contracting activities for the City of Charlotte and Mecklenburg County. Primary responsibilities include managing and facilitating all aspects of procurement related to the acquisition of goods, commodities, equipment and services. Will develop and evaluate Invitations for Bids, Requests for Proposals, Requests for Quotes; coordinate formal/informal bid processes, including conducting pre-bid/proposal conferences and bid/proposal openings; develop/maintain contract documents and files as part of a system of contract administration and monitoring; review/analyze purchase requisitions and generate purchase orders on automated procurement systems; consult with City/County departments about purchasing needs and develop plans to procure both materials and supplies expediently and at the best value.
REQUIREMENTS
Position requires a minimum four-year degree from an accredited college or university with a minimum of five years of experience purchasing a variety of products, equipment, materials, and services, preferably within a government entity. Individual must have excellent skills in communications, collaboration, facilitation, and project management, as well as the ability to multitask, prioritize and manage a heavy workload; candidates must have good working knowledge of the entire Microsoft Office Suite. The successful candidate will know how to effectively, strategically, and collaboratively utilize economies of scale in order to maximize the City and County’s ability to command the best services, the best prices, and the most cost effective, value-added solution. C.P.M., CPPO, CPPB strongly desired and will be considered a definite plus. Visit http://cityjobs.charmeck.org for position deadline and more information.

Note: Job #70094 must be included on City Application Form or resume in order to be processed.