Purchasing Agent

Are you prepared to embark on an exhilarating new chapter in your career? The Bureau of Office Services is on the lookout for a skilled and enthusiastic Purchasing Agent to join our vibrant team. We value individuals who take initiative, thrive in independent settings, and have the insight to foresee potential obstacles while crafting effective solutions. Your capacity to escalate issues when necessary will be greatly appreciated in our collaborative atmosphere. Do not let this chance slip away-submit your application today and take the first step toward a fulfilling career with us!

This role is situated within the Bureau of Support Services, where you will engage in a range of vital tasks centered on the procurement of materials and services for both the Administration and the Highway Administration Deputates. Your responsibilities will encompass the review of requisitions and shopping carts, the identification and application of statewide contracts, and the management of p-card purchases, all while closely monitoring procurement activities and vendor performance. You will be responsible for preparing purchase orders and ensuring that all requisite approvals are secured prior to the ordering of supplies or the provision of services.

In addition to these duties, you will address emergency requests and generate PCI orders for materials obtained from Pennsylvania Correctional Industries. A significant component of your position will involve maintaining precise records of all procurement activities and ensuring adherence to the Department's records retention policies by systematically purging outdated procurement records as needed. To thrive in this role, it is crucial to possess a comprehensive understanding of the Commonwealth and Agency purchasing policies and regulations, be well-acquainted with the Procurement Handbook, and demonstrate proficiency in utilizing contracts from the Department of Government Services.

Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description.

Work Schedule and Additional Information:

• Full-time employment
• Work hours are 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM, Monday - Friday, with a 60-minute lunch.
• Work hours subject to change based on seasonal requirements and operational needs.
• Telework: You may have the opportunity to work from home (telework) part-time. In order to telework, you must have a securely configured high-speed internet connection and work from an approved location inside Pennsylvania. If you are unable to telework, you will have the option to report to the headquarters office in Harrisburg. The ability to telework is subject to change at any time. Additional details may be provided during the interview.
• Salary: In some cases, the starting salary may be non-negotiable.
• You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.

QUALIFICATIONS

Minimum Experience and Training Requirements:

• Three years of experience in purchasing work involving contact with vendors in the procurement of a variety of supplies, materials, equipment, or services; or
• Three years of experience in requisitioning, receiving, storing, distributing, and maintaining inventory of goods; or
• An equivalent combination of experience and training. Post-high school education may be substituted on a year-for-year basis for purchasing or stores experience to a maximum of two years.

Additional Requirements:

• You must be able to perform essential job functions.

How to Apply:

• Resumes, cover letters, and similar documents will not be reviewed, and the information contained therein will not be considered for the purposes of determining your eligibility for the position. Information to support your eligibility for the position must be provided on the application (i.e., relevant, detailed experience/education).
• If you are claiming education in your answers to the supplemental application questions, you must attach a copy of your college transcripts for your claim to be accepted toward meeting the minimum requirements. Unofficial transcripts are acceptable.
• Your application must be submitted by the posting closing date. Late applications and other required materials will not be accepted.
• Failure to comply with the above application requirements may eliminate you from consideration for this position.
  

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If you are contacted for an interview and need accommodations due to a disability, please discuss your request for accommodations with the interviewer in advance of your interview date.

The Commonwealth is an equal employment opportunity employer and is committed to a diverse workforce. The Commonwealth values inclusion as we seek to recruit, develop, and retain the most qualified people to serve the citizens of Pennsylvania. The Commonwealth does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religious creed, ancestry, union membership, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, AIDS or HIV status, disability, or any other categories protected by applicable federal or state law. All diverse candidates are encouraged to apply.