Senior Buyer - Central Procurement Division

About This PositionCome work for one of Forbes 2023 & 2024 America’s Best In-State Employers! Phoenix is the 5th largest city in the country and the vibrant center of one of the fastest-growing job markets and economies in the United States. With more than 14,000 employees working across 41 departments, the City of Phoenix offers opportunity for career growth and advancement. Whether you're an experienced professional or just starting your career, working in public service offers many rewards!The Finance Department is seeking excited and motivated candidates to fill Senior Buyer vacancies in the Central Procurement Division. This department is responsible for the purchase of goods, general services, and professional services for City Departments; while the positions support citywide programs and operations by procuring and administering resulting contracts for general goods and services, professional services, and technology.Senior Buyers are responsible for the purchase of various commodities, capital equipment and/or services.Job Duties Include• Reviewing and developing procurement requests.• Performing product, specification, and requirements analysis.• Performing cost/price analysis.• Performing contract award and administration tasks.• Performing analysis of vendor and department inquiries and developing effective, viable solutions.• Interfacing with vendor and department officials.• Maintaining accurate procurement and contract records.• Ensuring adherence to the City Code and Administrative Regulations.• Completing other procurement related duties as assigned.These positions may be eligible for hybrid teleworking options after training is complete, and is implemented at the discretion of the Department Director.IDEAL CANDIDATEPossesses• Initiative and professional judgement.• Knowledge of local, state, and federal laws and regulations relevant to purchasing, procurement, and principles of accounting.• Ability to:• Correctly interpret complex laws, regulations, guidelines, agreements, and follow policies and procedures.• Break down complex information into comprehensive parts, ask questions, synthesize and analyze.• Manage multiple projects at once to meet deadlines.• Prepare clear, concise written and oral communication.• Strong customer-service skills with a focus on engaging both internal and external stakeholders.• Critical thinking skills.SALARYPay Range: $54,454.40 to $97,780.80 annually.Hiring Range: $54,454.40 to $76,627.20 annually.Pay Range Explanation• Pay range is the entire compensation range for the position classification.• Hiring range is an estimate of where you can receive an offer. The actual salary offer will carefully consider a wide range of factors, including your skills, qualifications, experience, education, licenses, training, and internal equity.BenefitsA comprehensive benefits package is offered which includes:• Traditional pension with employer and employee contributions, click here for more details: Pension Information• 401(a) and 457 plans with employer contributions• Choice of generous medical HMO, PPO, or HSA/HDHP plans• Medical enrollment includes a monthly $150 City contribution to a Post-Employment Health Plan• Wellness incentive of up to $720 annually• Dental, vision, and life insurance options• Employer paid long-term disability• Free Bus/light rail pass• Tuition reimbursement program up to $6,500 per year• Paid time off includes 13.5 paid holidays, 12 vacation days, and 15 sick days and personal leave days• Paid Parental Leave for eligible employees up to 480 hours (12 weeks) of paid leave for the birth, adoption, or foster care placement of a child during a 12-month period• Federal Student Loan Forgiveness offered through SaviFor more details, visit: Unit 007 BenefitsMinimum Qualifications• Two years of experience as a buyer,• Including one year in the area of specialization.• Bachelor's degree in business or public administration, engineering, science or a related field,• or Certification by the National Institute of Governmental Purchasers as a Professional Public Buyer.• Other combinations of experience and education that meet the minimum requirements may be substituted.• The City job description can be found here .• All finalists for positions are subject to a criminal background check applicable to the department or position.• For information regarding pre-screening and driving positions, click here .Preferred QualificationsThe minimum qualifications listed above, plus:• Prior positions with translatable skills, e.g. account manager, educator, law/paralegal, project manager.• SAP/SRM or e-procurement experience.• Public Sector Procurement experience.• Experience buying commodities and services.• Experience with contract management.RECRUITMENT DATESRecruitment closes September 19, 2024. All materials must be received by 11:59 p.m. on this date.This is a position-based recruitment and will not result in any ongoing eligibility list.This recruitment and any selection processes resulting from this recruitment may be used to fill other related vacancies within the organization now or in the near future.How To ApplyApply online by completing the required information and attaching, as one document, your cover letter and resume. Please include your experience as it relates to the qualifications stated above. Only the highest qualified may be posted to the eligible to hire list. The results of the resume screening process will be sent to your primary email address.WE ARE HERE TO HELP• Job interviews may be held by video or audio conference.• If you are in need of computer resources, click here for free options.• Arizona at Work has frequent classes to help with resume writing, interviewing skills, and general career guidance. Click here for more information.• Explore other Employment Opportunities with the City of Phoenix .• Subscribe to receive e-mail notifications about new employment opportunities.• If you need assistance applying for this job, please contact our HR Connection Center at (602) 495-5700 .REFERENCESenior Buyer, JC:04330, ID# 55474, 09/04/24, USM, RAL, Benefits:007Building the Phoenix of tomorrow.#DoWorkThatMakesPhoenixWorkCity of Phoenix is an equal opportunity employer. AmeriCorps, Peace Corps, and other national service alumni who meet the required qualifications are encouraged to apply.