SENIOR BUYER

Salary: $46,462.00 - $60,639.00 Annually

Final date to receive applications:
Oct 3, 2026

Procurement

Reviews and authorizes allowable purchase orders, works with departments to obtain and evaluate quotes, prepares bids and proposals and performs contract administration duties.

• Ensure all purchases adhere to county rules, Texas Local Government Code Chapter 262, internal policies and audit standards.
• Maintain accurate procurement documentation, vendor files and audit trails.
• Advise county end-users on procurement policy and procurement best practices.
• Manage assigned procurement projects from inception through purchase order issuance and follow-up addenda.
• Coordinate with the County attorney, end-user departments and vendors to finalize contracts and agreements, Commissioners Court approvals and track contract execution.
• Performs contract administration duties on annual contracts including contacting departments for renewal options and notifying vendors.
• Maintain contract, Cooperative, Sole Source and Interlocal Agreement records via software to ensure accurate records management.
• Oversee Bids/Proposals process from inception to award for goods and services over the statutory threshold.
• Supports team members with training as well as end-users
• Investigate and resolve issues that may arise with vendors providing poor service, late delivery, canceled orders, and contract compliance.
• Performs all other related duties involved in the operation of the department as assigned or required.

High School Diploma or GED, three (3) years government procurement experience is preferred. Must have knowledge of purchasing, business practices and procedures; general knowledge of county government and services, ability to comprehend, analyze and interpret purchase regulations and apply them to specific situations; maintain accurate records and files; proper public contact, telephone and email etiquette;
Microsoft Office Suite experience, data entry, possess business and technical writing skills; prioritize and schedule work to meet deadlines; communicate effectively orally and in writing. Current knowledge of Euna Procurement/Bonfire a plus.