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JOB - Purchasing Agent 2000

  • YEAR CREATED: 2000
  • ENTITY TYPE: County
  • TYPE OF DOCUMENT: JOB - Job Description
The document is a job description for the position of Purchasing Agent at Sedgwick County Government in Wichita, Kansas. The position requires a Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration or a related field, along with two years of experience in a purchasing environment or an equivalent combination of training and experience. The Purchasing Agent is responsible for purchasing a variety of materials, supplies, equipment, and other commodities as requested by County departments, following prescribed procedures and regulations. The major job responsibilities of the Purchasing Agent include reviewing purchase requisitions, assisting in the preparation of bid requests, issuing purchase orders to vendors, tracking outstanding purchase orders, providing status updates to department officials, preparing emergency purchase orders, and maintaining records of service and maintenance agreements. The Purchasing Agent is also expected to participate in professional organizations related to purchasing. The knowledge, skills, abilities, and competencies required for this position include knowledge of modern purchasing methods and procedures, knowledge of materials and current price trends, knowledge of applicable laws and regulations, skill in using a personal computer and negotiation techniques, ability to analyze bids and establish effective relationships, and effective communication skills. It is mentioned that this job description is not all-inclusive and the incumbent may be required to perform additional responsibilities and tasks as requested.
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