Buyer II

Job Summary

The Buyer II has full procurement responsibility for a variety of diverse purchasing activities which includes Procurement commodities of a technical and specialized nature and/or developing ordinary contracts service agreements or leases. Items or services purchased may range from those acquired directly from the vendor/contractor with little or no modification to unique scarce or custom-made items requiring creative development of original specifications with minimal supervision or assistance. Resolution of conflicts between providers and end-users is an integral part of this position.

The Buyer II is expected to apply current specifications on all contracts and procurement documents regardless of complexity or technical content as well as to develop specifications when none exists. Incumbent must possess skills to effectively work with requestors in developing specifications which are cost-effective and not unduly restrictive in support of the campus community consistent with industry best practices and in compliance with state CSU and University policies and regulations. While maintaining a focus on compliance the Contracts and Procurement Services department also emphasizes a strong commitment to customer service. This position is also responsible for the coordination of the Campus Copier Program and all it entails.

Key Responsibilities

• Review prepare source and analyze solicitation documents
• Procure a wide variety of high-value supplies services materials and equipment on behalf of University requestors in a timely manner
• Write specifications solicit price quotations develop list of qualified suppliers perform product research prepare delivery terms and other conditions for bidders prepare timetables for competitive bid cycles advertise bids hold public openings of bids and analyze bid responses
• Analyze requisitions quotes bids for compliance with purchasing criteria
• Identify repetitive commodity buying patterns for possible university-wide contracts
• Issue a broad range of contracts including but not limited to professional service agreements leases software-related agreements and other miscellaneous campus contracts in accordance with CSU and ICSUAM guidelines
• Prepare contracts to ensure that goods and services are delivered consistent with contract and bid specifications and negotiate routine terms and conditions according to the California State Statues and Codes
• Development of specifications and/or evaluation criteria for bidding service agreements contracts or leases
• Coordinate the purchase of a widely varied and diverse selection of commodities
• Develop and negotiate contracts and agreements for services and leases; award and prepare complex customized purchase orders contracts service agreements or leases
• Process change order requests for purchase orders blanket orders and service orders
• Assist in researching procurement and contracting methodologies and in changes/implementations of policy and procedures as needed
• Maintain knowledge of state laws CSU policies university policies procedures and performance standards including but not limited to ICSUAM 5000 ICSUAM 9000 and other topics as needed in procurement
• Assist in the coordination and administration of campus training sessions including procurement training rfp training vendor outreach conferences and other related sessions
• Provide detailed analysis of copier usage and performance
• Provide recommendations for copier replacement when necessary and track replacements
• Completion of quarterly and annual chargebacks
• Apply changes/implementations of policy and procedures as needed
• Negotiation and management of copier maintenance contracts
• Provide an estimated annual budget plan for administrator review and approval
• Identify potential savings through proper execution of bid solicitations review of Contractor requests for payment risk evaluation and avoidance

Knowledge Skills & Abilities

• Thorough knowledge of principles of purchasing and procurement policies methods and procedures including the administration of formal competitive bid cycles according to the California State Statutes and Codes
• General knowledge of contract development procedures and practices
• Ability to learn quickly a variety of CSU policies practices and formats for common contracts service agreements and leases
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Ability to develop interpret and apply accurate multiple and precise procurement specifications
• Ability to analyze bids and administer the bidding process
• Ability to keep financial records
• Excellent customer service and public relation skills
• Ability to demonstrate creativity in developing cost saving buying practices
• Ability to maintain currency regarding business trends and market changes
• Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships with vendors and with faculty students administrators and members of the general public
• Ability to read and write clearly in English comprehend and apply California State Statutes and Codes as well as contract language; perform product research; make comparisons of cost data
• Ability to use a computer is very desirable
• Ability to communicate with constituents in a professional and respectful manner

Required Qualifications

• Equivalent to an undergraduate degree in purchasing marketing accounting business or other appropriate field. Additional experience which has demonstrated that the applicant has acquired and successfully applied the knowledge and abilities shown above may be substituted for the required education on a year-for-year basis.
• Equivalent to two years purchasing experience at a level equivalent to Buyer I with background in areas such as formal competitive bidding processes development of contracts service agreements leases or other written legal agreements.

Preferred Qualifications

• Equivalent to an undergraduate degree in business marketing accounting finance or other related field. Additional experience which has demonstrated that the applicant has acquired and successfully applied the knowledge and abilities shown above may be substituted for the required education on a year-for-year basis.
• Equivalent of two years of IT commodity purchasing experience in a University setting

Compensation

Classification: Buyer II
Anticipated Hiring Range: $5728/month - $6405/month
CSU Salary Range: $4313/month - $7806/month

San Jos State University offers employees a comprehensive benefits package typically worth 30-35% of your base salary. For more information on programs available please see the Employee Benefits Summary.

Application Procedure

Click Apply Now to complete the SJSU Online Employment Application and attach the following documents:

• Resume
• Letter of Interest
• List of References

All applicants must apply within the specified application period: May 29 2025 through June 15 2025. This position is open until filled; however applications received after screening has begun will be considered at the discretion of the university.

Contact Information

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Additional Information

Satisfactory completion of a background check (including a criminal records check) is required for employment. SJSU will issue a contingent offer of employment to the selected candidate which may be rescinded if the background check reveals disqualifying information and/or it is discovered that the candidate knowingly withheld or falsified information. Failure to satisfactorily complete the background check may affect the continued employment of a current CSU employee who was offered the position on a contingent basis.

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Equal Employment Statement

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