Purchaser III

Career Opportunities:
Purchaser III (20465)

Posting 20465
-Posted
- Health & Human Services Comm

- Purchasing
- Consolidated 2
- Business and Financial Operations
- Additional Shifts available (1) -b. $3000 - $4999 per month

Join the Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) and be part of a team committed to creating a positive impact in the lives of fellow Texans. At HHSC, your contributions matter, and we support you at each stage of your life and work journey. Our comprehensive benefits package includes 100% paid employee health insurance for full-time eligible employees, a defined benefit pension plan, generous time off benefits, numerous opportunities for career advancement and more.

Explore more details on the Benefits of Working at HHS webpage .

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Purchaser III
Job Title:Purchaser III
Agency:Health & Human Services Comm
Department:Purchasing
- Consolidated 2
Posting Number:20465
Closing Date:11/22/2026
Posting Audience:Internal and External
Occupational Category:Business and Financial Operations
Salary Range:$3,581.33-$4,416.66
Pay Frequency: Monthly
Salary Group:TEXAS-B-17
Shift:Day
Additional Shift:Days (First)
Telework:
Travel:
Regular/Temporary:Regular
Full Time/Part Time:Full time
FLSA Exempt/Non-Exempt:Nonexempt
Job Location City:AUSTIN
Job Location Address:1100 W 49TH ST (DHSB)
Other Locations:None
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Procurement and Contracting Services is looking for a Purchaser III.

The Purchaser III is a first-level procurement position that provides foundational experience through processing non-complex requisitions through purchase orders and Procard.

Performs novice (entry-level) purchasing and procurement work. Work involves researching, evaluating, purchasing, and procuring services using guidelines, rules, policies, and laws. May provide guidance to others. Works under general supervision, with moderate latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment following HHSC and PCS policies and procedures, and laws governing state purchasing.

(25%) Reviews assigned requisitions for completeness and compliance with applicable requirements prior to processing; works with program customers to clarify and understand requirements and statements of work (SOW) relating to procurements.

May assist program customers with researching vendors for products and services.

(20%) Submits program approved requirements and/or SOWs to qualified vendors. Reviews and tabulates bids and orders to determine lowest and most qualified bids or bids that provide best value.

(20%) Processes assigned requisitions to purchase orders (POs) in HHS’s Centralized Accounting and Payroll/Personnel System (CAPPS) Financials or via state issued Procard in accordance with established timelines. Reviews, releases to vendor, and tracks purchase orders (POs) based on requesters’ needs.

(15%) Prepares, reviews and verifies accuracy of procurement documentation against a checklist. Maintains all required procurement documentation and prepares files for upload into System of Contract Operation and Reporting (SCOR) in a timely manner. Uses automated procurement systems.

(10%) Works with management, requesters, subject matter experts, stakeholders, agency staff, and other purchasing staff to resolve purchasing related issues. Responds to phone and e-mail inquiries from requesters and other staff regarding the status of requisitions, POs and the delivery of services.

(5%) Prepares and/or reviews CAPPS Reports.

(5%) Performs other duties as assigned, such as participating in Veteran Heroes United in Business (VetHUB) and procurement related events, training, or providing support for the agency’s disaster response and recovery obligations or Business Continuity Plan activation.

Limited knowledge of state and federal laws and regulations governing state purchasing

Limited knowledge of purchasing and procurement methods and procedures

Limited knowledge of state of Texas procurement principles and practices,…