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Buyer- Procurement Coordinator - Buyer
Job in
Saint Paul, Ramsey County, Minnesota, 55145, USA
Listed on 2026-07-02
Listing for:
State of Minnesota
Full Time, Part Time
position Listed on 2026-07-02
Job specializations:
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Supply Chain/Logistics
Operations Management, Procurement / Purchasing
Job Description & How to Apply Below
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* Working Title:
Buyer
- Procurement Coordinator*
* ** Job Class:
Buyer 2*
* ** Agency:
Minnesota Department of Agriculture*
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** Job ** : 95159
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** Location** :
St. Paul
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** Telework Eligible** :
Yes - Hybrid
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** Full/Part Time** :
Full-Time
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** Regular/Temporary** :
Unlimited
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** Who May Apply** :
Open to all qualified job seekers
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** Date Posted** : 06/29/2026
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** Closing Date** : 07/13/2026
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** Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit** :
Minnesota Department of Agriculture
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** Division/Unit** :
Pesticide and Fertilizer Management Division / Operations Unit
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** Work Shift/Work Hours** :
Day Shift / 8:00 a.m.
-4:30 p.m.
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** Days of Work** :
Monday - Friday
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** Travel Required** :
No
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** Salary Range:** $26.89 - $39.22 / hourly; $56,146 - $81,891 / annually
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** Classified Status** :
Classified
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** Bargaining Unit/Union** : 214 - MN Assoc of Professional Empl/MAPE
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** FLSA Status** :
Nonexempt
+ Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities ((Use the "Apply for this Job" box below)./connect
700/) :
Yes
** The work you'll do is more than just a job.*
* At the State of Minnesota, employees play a critical role in developing policies, providing essential services, and working to improve the well-being and quality of life for all Minnesotans. The State of Minnesota is committed to equity and inclusion, and invests in employees by providing benefits, support resources, and training and development opportunities.
This position requires an employee to be onsite at 625 Robert Street North, St. Paul, Minnesota at least 50% of the time, with some opportunity to perform work from a telework location.
_This position coordinates and performs a variety of complex procurement functions in the acquisition of a wide variety of goods and services needed to effectively serve and meet the needs of the employees, clients and business partners of the Minnesota Department of Agriculture. This position serves as the subject matter expert in division procurement and is responsible for the purchase of a wide variety of scientific, environmental, and other materials, supplies, and equipment for the Pesticide and Fertilizer Management Division (PFMD).
This includes the writing of detailed specifications, evaluating bid responses, vendor management, representing the division in statewide procurement initiatives, and providing mentoring support to the PFMD procurement team. This position will determine the suitability of goods and services in relation to price, quality and value, while maintaining compliance with all policies, procurement laws and statutes set forth by the agency and/or the Department of Administration, Office of State Procurement._
_In addition to the actual procurement tasks, this position will also be responsible for the associated tasks of order management/tracking, reconciliation, invoice routing/approval and end of fiscal year close. This position provides lead work direction to PFMD procurement staff and performs related work as required._
** Minimum Qualifications*
* To facilitate proper years of service crediting, please ensure that your resume clearly describes your experience in the areas listed and indicates the beginning and ending month and year for each job held.
+ One year of experience in purchasing, developing/evaluating specifications, and issuing purchase orders/contracts.
+ Excellent customer service and human relations skills sufficient to interact respectfully, courteously, and professionally with stakeholders of various backgrounds to positively represent Agriculture.
+ Organizational skills to manage, track, report, and perform data entry relevant to procurement transactions, using basic web applications and Microsoft Office Suite including Outlook, Word, and Excel.
+ Skills in accounting and math to accurately prepare orders and review invoicing.
+ Must currently possess and maintain Authorized Local Purchasing (ALP) certification at the $25,000 level or attend training and obtain ALP certification within six (6) months of appointment to the position.
+ The ability to celebrate diversity and a strong commitment to a respectful and inclusive work environment.
** Preferred Qualifications*
* + Bachelor's degree or higher with a business administration or closely related field focus.
+ Direct experience demonstrating the ability to interpret, apply, and communicate governmental procurement laws, policies, and procedures.
+ Direct experience in obtaining competitive bids, locating sources of supply, and cost analysis.
+ Demonstrated experience with organizational skills to manage, track, report, and perform data entry relevant to procurement transactions, using basic web applications and Microsoft Office Suite including Outlook, Word, and Excel.
+ Direct experience with environmental and scientific procurement.
+ Direct experience with using Docu Sign or other electronic routing software.
+ Direct experience verifying purchase orders, matching prices, and ensuring…
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