STATE CLASSIFICATION JOB DESCRIPTION
Salary Group B14	Class No. 1931

PURCHASER II

GENERAL DESCRIPTION

Performs routine (journey-level) purchasing work. Work involves purchasing commodities, equipment, and services. Works under moderate supervision, with limited latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment.

EXAMPLES OF WORK PERFORMED

Requisitions and orders merchandise, supplies, and equipment, including initiating and approving emergency purchases.

Prepares, reviews, and tracks purchase orders.

Prepares and reviews bid specifications.

Reviews and codes bids to determine lowest and best bids.

Audits invoices and checks for accuracy, receipt of material, and compliance with purchase orders.

Distributes bid invitations to vendors.

Maintains files and records.

Processes receipts of purchases.

Assists with emergency purchases.

Assists with determining operational minimum and maximum inventory levels.

Assists with negotiating settlement complaints.

Performs related work as assigned.

Experience and Education

Experience in the procurement of goods and services. Graduation from an accredited four-year college or university with major course work in business or public administration or a related field is generally preferred. Experience and education may be substituted for one another.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

Knowledge of purchasing methods and procedures, of assigned commodities and products on the open market, of supply sources, and of the principles of accounting.

Ability to evaluate bids, to develop methods and procedures for locating supply sources, and to maintain a system of record keeping.

Registration, Certification, or Licensure

May require certification(s) as a Certified Professional Public Buyer (CPPB), Certified Texas Purchaser (CTP), or Certified Texas Purchasing Manager (CTPM).

State Auditor’s Office

Revised 9-1-09