New Mexico Municipal League, Incorporated
Purchasing Specialist
New Mexico Municipal League, Incorporated, Las Cruces, New Mexico, United States, 88005
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Position Overview Under limited direction, the Purchasing Specialist provides support, assistance, facilitation, and coordination of purchasing efforts to ensure effective and efficient procurement services for City operations.
Work is performed in a standard office environment.
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Nature of Work Under limited direction, the Purchasing Specialist supports procurement activities for City departments, assists with bid processes, and ensures compliance with procurement policies.
Environmental and Physical Factors
Work is performed in a standard office environment.
Light physical demands; frequent use of a personal computer.
Position involves multitasking, working to deadlines, occasional after-hours work, and responding to customer issues.
Regular attendance is essential; subject to drug testing per regulations and policies.
Additional Considerations First consideration may be given to current City of Las Cruces employees who meet minimum qualifications. Meeting or exceeding minimum qualifications does not guarantee participation in the process.
Employment Details Full-Time; Regular; Non-exempt. This position is graded at RN10.
Duties and Responsibilities
Supports procurement services for City departments, providing administrative assistance to ensure efficient purchasing activities.
Assists with publishing solicitations, scheduling review meetings, and preparing evaluation documents.
Reviews proposals for compliance, prepares references, and manages procurement logs.
Coordinates the Selection Advisory Committee's activities, including scheduling and documentation.
Provides guidance on procurement policies, resolves issues related to purchase orders, requisitions, and invoices.
Responds to inquiries about vendor applications, updates vendor files, and issues tax exemption forms.
Minimum Qualifications Equivalent to an Associate Degree in Pre-Business, Accounting, Business Technology, or related field, plus two years of procurement experience. A combination of education and experience may be considered.
Valid driver’s license may be required; must have an acceptable driving record.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Knowledge of procurement principles, record keeping, research methods, customer service, safety practices, and business correspondence.
Ability to prioritize tasks, communicate effectively, maintain confidentiality, and operate relevant tools and software.
Skills in applying rules and regulations, managing assignments, and preparing reports.
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Position Overview Under limited direction, the Purchasing Specialist provides support, assistance, facilitation, and coordination of purchasing efforts to ensure effective and efficient procurement services for City operations.
Work is performed in a standard office environment.
https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/lascruces/jobs/4835692/purchasing-specialist
Nature of Work Under limited direction, the Purchasing Specialist supports procurement activities for City departments, assists with bid processes, and ensures compliance with procurement policies.
Environmental and Physical Factors
Work is performed in a standard office environment.
Light physical demands; frequent use of a personal computer.
Position involves multitasking, working to deadlines, occasional after-hours work, and responding to customer issues.
Regular attendance is essential; subject to drug testing per regulations and policies.
Additional Considerations First consideration may be given to current City of Las Cruces employees who meet minimum qualifications. Meeting or exceeding minimum qualifications does not guarantee participation in the process.
Employment Details Full-Time; Regular; Non-exempt. This position is graded at RN10.
Duties and Responsibilities
Supports procurement services for City departments, providing administrative assistance to ensure efficient purchasing activities.
Assists with publishing solicitations, scheduling review meetings, and preparing evaluation documents.
Reviews proposals for compliance, prepares references, and manages procurement logs.
Coordinates the Selection Advisory Committee's activities, including scheduling and documentation.
Provides guidance on procurement policies, resolves issues related to purchase orders, requisitions, and invoices.
Responds to inquiries about vendor applications, updates vendor files, and issues tax exemption forms.
Minimum Qualifications Equivalent to an Associate Degree in Pre-Business, Accounting, Business Technology, or related field, plus two years of procurement experience. A combination of education and experience may be considered.
Valid driver’s license may be required; must have an acceptable driving record.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Knowledge of procurement principles, record keeping, research methods, customer service, safety practices, and business correspondence.
Ability to prioritize tasks, communicate effectively, maintain confidentiality, and operate relevant tools and software.
Skills in applying rules and regulations, managing assignments, and preparing reports.
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