PURCHASING AGENT

Yellowstone County is seeking a Purchasing Agent to manage the purchasing of equipment, supplies, construction services, and general services for the County; does related work as required. Examples of Duties: - Researches, develops specifications, and prepares Invitations for Bid (IFB), Requests for Proposals (RFP) and Request for Qualifications (RFQ). - Receives and analyzes quotations and bids for price and consistency of deliverables with specifications. - Prepares price quote requests, when required. - Consults with department heads concerning current and future purchasing and contracting needs, procurement concerns and budgeting. - Mediates conflicts between County departments and vendors. - Schedules and attends pre-bid meetings for invitations for bid and price quote requests. - Attends the opening and public reading of bids. - Reviews proposals received by County departments to determine if contracts are required. - Prepares contracts, issues purchase orders and recommends the award of contracts to the Board of County Commissioners. - Reviews purchase requisitions and determines method of purchase; works with Finance Director to ensure County compliance with financial requirements under state and federal grant programs as they pertain to the purchase of goods and services. - Identifies and analyzes purchases for cost effectiveness; assists County departments with management of projects when required or requested. - Prepares legal notices and obtains and disburses all pertinent information relating to public bids. Minimum Qualifications: - Bachelor's Degree in Construction Management, Business Administration, or closely related field; and - A minimum of three (3) years' experience in purchasing or contracting a variety of services, supplies, materials and equipment; or - Any equivalent combination of experience and training totaling seven (7) years. Desired: - Construction experience. Equal Opportunity Employer.