Compensation

Classification: Buyer II
Anticipated Salary Range: $4,579/month - $5,000/month
Salary Range: $3,293/month - $5,783/month
FLSA Status: Non - Exempt

San Jose State University offers employees a comprehensive benefits package. For more information on programs available, please visit http://www.sjsu.edu/up/all/benefits/

About the Position

The Buyer II has full purchasing responsibility for a variety of diverse purchasing activities, which includes purchasing commodities of a technical and specialized nature and/or developing ordinary contracts, service agreements or leases. Items or services purchased may range from those acquired directly from the vendor/contractor with little or no modification to unique, scarce or custom-made items requiring creative development of original specifications, with minimal supervision or assistance. Resolution of conflicts between providers and end-users is an integral part of this position. The Buyer II is expected to apply current specifications on all contracts and purchasing documents regardless of complexity or technical content, as well as to develop specifications when none exists. Incumbent must possess skills to effectively work with requestors in developing specifications, which are cost effective and not unduly restrictive in support of the campus community, consistent with industry best practices and in compliance with state, CSU, and University policies and regulations. While maintaining a focus on compliance Contracts and Purchasing Services department also emphasizes a strong commitment to customer service.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to the following:
- Write specifications, solicit price quotations, develop list of qualified suppliers, perform product research, prepare delivery terms and other conditions for bidders, prepare timetables for competitive bid cycles, advertise bids, hold public openings of bids, and analyze bid responses. Analyze requisitions, quotes bids for compliance with purchasing criteria.
- Prepare contracts to ensure that goods and services are delivered consistent with contract and bid specifications and negotiate routine terms and conditions according to the California State Statues and Codes.
- Development of specifications and/or evaluation criteria for bidding, service agreements, contracts, or leases.
- Coordinate the purchase of a widely varied and diverse selection of commodities.
- Develop and negotiate contracts and agreements for services and leases; award and prepare complex customized purchase orders, contracts, service agreements, or leases.
- Process change order requests for purchase orders, blanket orders and service orders.

Minimum Qualifications

- Equivalent to an undergraduate degree in purchasing, marketing, accounting, business, or other appropriate field. Additional experience which has demonstrated that the applicant has acquired and successfully applied the knowledge and abilities shown above may be substituted for the required education on a year-for-year basis.
- Equivalent to two years purchasing experience at a level equivalent to Buyer I with background in areas such as formal competitive bidding processes, development of contracts, service agreements, leases, or other written legal agreements.

Preferred Qualifications

- CPSM Certification
- Experience in negotiating supplier contracts
- 3 years of experience using MS Excel, MS Word, MS PowerPoint, and Oracle PeopleSoft

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

- Thorough knowledge of principles of purchasing and procurement policies, methods and procedures, including the administration of formal competitive bid cycles according to the California State Statutes and Codes
- Knowledge of contract development procedures and practices
- Knowledge of computer skills (word, excel, access, and online meeting tools)
- Ability to analyze bids and administer the bidding process
- Ability to keep financial records
- Demonstrate creativity in developing cost saving buying practices
- Ability to maintain currency regarding business trends and market changes
- Excellent oral and written communication skills
- Ability to perform product research
- Ability to make comparisons of cost data
- Excellent customer service and public relations

Posting Date

April 19, 2019

Application Screening

Application Screening begins May 6, 2019
Applications received before that date will receive first consideration.

This position is open until filled; however, applications received after screening has begun will be considered at the discretion of the university.

Required Application Material

Resume
Letter of interest
List of References
Complete SJSU Online Employment Application

Please note that failure to completely fill out each section of the online application may result in your application not receiving consideration.

Additional Information

Satisfactory completion of a background check (including a criminal records check) is required for employment. SJSU will issue a conditional offer of employment to the selected candidate, which may be rescinded if the background check reveals disqualifying information, and/or it is discovered that the candidate knowingly withheld or falsified information. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may affect the continued employment of a current CSU employee who was conditionally offered the position.

The standard background check includes: criminal check, employment and education verification. Depending on the position, a motor vehicle and/or credit check may be required. All background checks are conducted through the university's third party vendor, Accurate Background. SJSU will pay all costs associated with this procedure. Evidence of required degree(s) or certification(s) will be required at time of hire.

SJSU IS NOT A SPONSORING AGENCY FOR STAFF OR MANAGEMENT POSITIONS. (i.e. H1-B VISAS)

All San Jose State University employees are considered mandated reporters under the California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Act and are required to comply with the requirements set forth in CSU Executive Order 1083 as a condition of employment.

Equal Employment Statement

SJSU is an Equal Opportunity Affirmative Action employer. We consider qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, gender, gender identity/expression, sexual orientation, genetic information, medical condition, marital status, veteran status, or disability.

It is the policy of SJSU to provide reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities who self disclose.

Contact Information

One Washington Square San Jose, CA 95192-0046
Phone: 408-924-2250

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