Wheaton, IL – Buyer I

Department: Finance
Annual Salary : $50,000 – $52,000
Schedule: Monday – Friday 8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
Department: Finance

Responsibilities include:

-Assists departments to determine appropriate procurement method and incorporate substantive procurement needs into Request For Proposals, -Request For Quotations or Invitation For Bids for issuance
-Coordinates and maintains records from all county procurements
-Handles purchasing requests and the issuance of purchase orders to vendors
-Obtains pricing for purchases in accordance with the policy, assuring procurement documents and contracts are consistent with policies and regulations
-Coordinates procurement activities with County departments to determine requirements to purchase requested commodities and services
-Summarizes proposals submitted by suppliers, assists in the identification of sources of supply
-Assembles information pertaining to the preparation of proposals and specifications, consults with departments as needed regarding purchase orders, requisitions, confirming orders, etc.
-Identify vendors to whom price requests will be sent

Requirements include the following experience or an equivalent combination of training and experience:

-Completion of an Associate’s degree in Business or related field;
-Three (3) years of experience in purchasing supplies, equipment and services or
-Four(4) years of experience in an entry level purchasing position other than clerical
-A valid Illinois driver’s license is required

A passing score on basic Microsoft Word and Excel test is required
A pre-employment background check is required.