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Senior Buyer - Procurement

Polk County Florida -
Bartow, FL

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Job Details

Full-time
$45,635.20 - $66,164.80 a year

Benefits

Wellness program
Paid holidays
Health insurance
Dental insurance
Tuition reimbursement
Paid time off
Employee assistance program
Vision insurance
Life insurance

Qualifications

Driver's License
Bachelor's degree

Full Job Description

PROCUREMENT DIVISION

SENIOR BUYER

Pay Range: ($45,635.20 - $66,164.80) paygrade 13 Exempt

Location: 330 West Church Street, Bartow FL 33830

Employee Benefits

Direct Deposit, Bi-Weekly Pay Checks
Medical, Dental, Vision
Life Insurance
FRS Retirement
10 Paid Holidays
Paid Time Off
Tuition Reimbursement
Education Incentives
Deferred Compensation Plan
Wellness Incentives
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Free Employee Gym
Free Employee Health Clinic

Must have the physical, developmental and mental ability to perform job tasks, work eﬀorts, responsibilities and duties of the job illustrated below:

MAJOR FUNCTION

Leads complex procurement eﬀorts for goods and services across County departments. Develops and coordinates competitive solicitations, ensures compliance with procurement policy and state regulations, and delivers responsive, high-quality procurement services that support County operations.

ILLUSTRATIVE DUTIES Solicitation and Contract Preparation

Reviews scopes of work, technical speciﬁcations, and special conditions submitted by departments.
Drafts and issues Invitations for Bid (IFBs), piggyback agreements, and related solicitation documents for commodities, services, and demolition projects.
Conduct pre-bid meetings and vendor communications to clarify procurement requirements.

Procurement Evaluation and Award

Analyzes bids and quotes to identify responsive and responsible vendors.
Prepares award recommendations and supporting documentation for supervisor review.
Finalizes procurement actions in accordance with policy thresholds and division standards.

Compliance and System Management

Reviews and approves small purchases and commodity piggybacks for all divisions.
Monitors small purchase reporting to ensure compliance with spend limits.
Maintains accurate bid and contract records using the County’s contract management system (e.g., Novatus).
Serves as the P-card administrator, ensuring adherence to usage policies and reconciliation requirements.

Training and Support

Conducts procurement training for County staﬀ to promote consistency and compliance.
Serves as a liaison to departments, divisions, and vendors for procurement-related questions and guidance.

Additional Duties

Performs other related duties as required to support procurement operations and ensure service continuity.

KNOWLEDGE, ABILITIES AND SKILLS

Drafts clear and compliant bid documents and solicitation materials.
Interprets procurement policies, procedures, and legal requirements.
Analyzes vendor responses and makes data-informed award recommendations.
Delivers formal and informal training to employees on purchasing procedures.
Maintains accurate records using procurement systems and databases.
Communicates eﬀectively across departments and vendor networks.
Manages time eﬃciently and adapts to shifting priorities.
Builds collaborative relationships with colleagues, customers, and vendors.
Uses Microsoft Word, Excel, and contract management tools to support purchasing activities.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Bachelor’s degree from an accredited college or university in Public Administration, Business Administration, or a related ﬁeld

At least two (2) years of experience in purchasing, procurement, or contract administration Possession of a valid driver’s license and ability to obtain a Florida driver’s license upon employment

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS

All employees will be required to work before, during, or after an emergency. During an emergency, employees may temporarily be assigned to work and perform duties outside the normal scope of their position, location and work schedule to ﬁt the needs of the County and its citizens.

Bachelor's Degree

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