Purchasing Agent

Purchasing Agent I -

Join FDOT and be part of the team that works as one to improve safety, enhance mobility and inspire innovation in the Florida transportation system. To ensure honesty and transparency, all applicants must provide their own work. Unless explicitly requested, the use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) tools to assist with qualifying questions, work samples, or interviews is strictly prohibited, and any breach of this requirement will lead to the applicant being removed from consideration.

Candidates must be United States (U.S.) citizens or lawfully authorized alien workers. Visa sponsorship is not available.

The mission of the Florida Department of Transportation is to provide a safe statewide transportation system that promotes the efficient movement of people and goods, supports the state's economic competitiveness, prioritizes Florida's environment and natural resources, and preserves the quality of life and connectedness of the state's communities. As a OneFDOT team, we serve the people of Florida by providing a transportation network that is well planned, supports economic growth, and has the goal of being congestion and fatality free.

The work you will do:

Purchasing Agent I (Pending Reclassification) / Commodities and Contractual Services Unit/ Procurement Office

This position will manage the procurement/contracting process to ensure quality commodities/services are obtained at a fair price, with open competition, equitable awards and is accomplished in accordance with law, rule, and applicable Department of Transportation (Use the "Apply for this Job" box below). procedure, and practice. Additionally, this position is responsible for ensuring that modifications to complex contracts are within the terms, conditions, and intent of the original agreement and solicitation.

The difference you will make:

Through cooperation, coordination and collaboration among the OneFDOT team, you will be contributing to a strong and empowering culture of TRREC:
Trust, Relationships, Respect, Empowerment, and Communication.

How you will grow:

FDOT encourages our team members to grow through engagement, empowerment, training, and professional development. Through our agency's learning management system, you have access to hundreds of computer-based training and instructor-led courses.

Where you will work:

Florida Department of Transportation Procurement Office 605 Suwannee Street Tallahassee, Florida 32399

Anticipated annual salary: $48,000.00

Your specific responsibilities:

This position is located in the Commodities and Contractual Services unit, involved in the procurement of and contracting for contractual services and commodities acquired for Central Office and Statewide as needed. This position manages the procurement/contracting process to ensure quality commodities/services are obtained at a fair price with open competition, equitable awards and is accomplished in accordance with law, rule, and applicable Department of Transportation  procedure, and practice.

Additionally, this position is responsible for ensuring that modifications to complex contracts are within the terms, conditions, and intent of the original agreement and solicitation.

The successful candidate will have the following required knowledge, skills, and abilities:

Knowledge of:
Laws, rules, procedures and practices governing the procurement of contractual services and commodities. Skills in:
The use of computer based spreadsheets, internet, databases and word processing applications Reviewing documents for accuracy and completeness Problem-solving techniques Ability to:
Utilize electronic procurement systems Plan, develop and coordinate the procurement of non-complex projects for contractual services and/or commodities Work independently, plan, organize and prioritize assignments Establish and maintain effective working relationships Communicate effectively and appropriately both verbally and in writing

Minimum qualifications:

Two (2) years of professional or nonprofessional experience and one (1) year of professional purchasing experience involving competitive procurements. An Associate's Degree from an accredited college or university can substitute for Two (2) years of the required experience.

The state's total compensation package for employees features a highly competitive set of employee benefits including:
Health insurance (over 90% employer paid) $25,000 life insurance policy (100% employer paid) Dental, vision and supplemental insurances State of Florida retirement package 10 paid holidays a year Generous vacation and sick leave Career advancement opportunities Tuition waiver for public college courses A variety of training opportunities Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Special requirements:

You will be required to provide your Social Security Number to conduct required verifications. Male applicants born on or after October 1, 1962, will not be eligible for hire or promotion in the Career Service, or appointment in the Selected Exempt Service (SES) or…