Description
The Purchasing Specialist coordinates the process of acquiring, negotiating, composing complex formal and informal solicitations and evaluations for goods and services including but not limited to engineering, design and/or construction of capital or maintenance projects, business agreements, capital and operating leases, software agreements, banking and/or merchant services agreements, maintenance services, consulting and personal services, and other professional services agreements, equipment acquisition.
In addition, the Purchasing Specialist is responsible for administering city-wide price agreements / contracts.
Requirements
Education / higher education:
AA Degree For required college degrees, applicable field(s) of study:
Business, public administration or related field.
Minimum number of years of directly related experience:
Four years of directly-related experience.
In lieu of a degree incumbent must possess six years’ experience.
Education and/or experience preferences:
none Driver’s License requirement:
Infrequent Driver -- Regular Driver's License Required Endorsements:
None Note -- For any driver, driving record must always meet City driving and insurability standards.
Required certifications, licenses or registrations:
None Preferred certifications, licenses or registrations:
Certified Public Procurement Buyer preferred.
Application Process
Contact Info
Name: Maria Garcia-Cunningham
Phone: 505-891-5044
Email: mgcunningham@rrnm.gov