Buyer
Buyer
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25-07-2025
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Job Description
JOB SUMMARY
The Buyer is an entry-level position that works with System Departmental staff to develop and evaluate solicitations and negotiate terms of purchase for a wide range of products and services and will handle all types of informal solicitations.
Exercises independent judgment and technical expertise in developing solicitation requirements scopes of work project specific terms & conditions and evaluation criteria for acquisitions as defined by Management.
Ensures that all purchases are made in accordance with HCC Policy procedures and applicable governing laws.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Review client Department requests for relevance and evaluate justification/input documents submitted by client departments to assess appropriate use of processes.
Prepare responses to requests from Supervisor and/or Director & Administration.
Under the direction of the Supervisor and/or Director provide guidance to System Departments regarding procurement processes providing technical expertise regarding appropriate procurement method scopes of services market research evaluation criteria and associated weighting and specific terms and conditions of purchase.
Conduct industry and product market research (including issuing Requests for Information) to identify alternative sources of supply.
Prepare solicitations to promote an open fair and competitive selection processes.
Handle acquisitions of varying degrees of complexity prepares solicitation and award documents including Summary of Procurements and agenda items as needed.
Serve as a non-voting Chairperson of Evaluation Committees to ensure an effective transparent unambiguous and fair process.
Review requests for non-competitive solicitations (sole sources) and recommends specification changes to eliminate all artificial barriers that may limit or reduce competition.
Prepare for and participate with Supervisor and/or Director in any protest hearings.
Coordinate Small Business participation in accordance with current policy and procedures and participates in Small Business events.
Prepare response for public records requests.
Perform contract administration including advising on contractual requirements to contractor and Client Departments.
Consult with Supervisor and/or Director and Client Department to prepare for meetings to resolve contract disputes.
Prepare supplemental agreements contract modifications and change orders.
Prepare reports at the direction of Supervisor and/or Director.
Attend meetings and functions including delivering presentations as directed by Supervisor and/or Director.
Provide procurement technical expertise for projects and programs as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS
Education & Experience
General Office. Must be able to perform all job requirements with or without reasonable accommodations; remain in a stationary position during shift; move items weighing up to 25 pounds; position self to operate job equipment; apply established protocols in a timely manner. Must access input and retrieve information from technology devices; communicate with others to accomplish job requirements. May be required to work after hours to include weekends and holidays.
SECURITY SENSITIVE:
This job class may contain positions that are security sensitive and thereby subject to the provisions of Texas Education Code 51.215
The Buyer is an entry-level position that works with System Departmental staff to develop and evaluate solicitations and negotiate terms of purchase for a wide range of products and services and will handle all types of informal solicitations.
Exercises independent judgment and technical expertise in developing solicitation requirements scopes of work project specific terms & conditions and evaluation criteria for acquisitions as defined by Management.
Ensures that all purchases are made in accordance with HCC Policy procedures and applicable governing laws.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Review client Department requests for relevance and evaluate justification/input documents submitted by client departments to assess appropriate use of processes.
Prepare responses to requests from Supervisor and/or Director & Administration.
Under the direction of the Supervisor and/or Director provide guidance to System Departments regarding procurement processes providing technical expertise regarding appropriate procurement method scopes of services market research evaluation criteria and associated weighting and specific terms and conditions of purchase.
Conduct industry and product market research (including issuing Requests for Information) to identify alternative sources of supply.
Prepare solicitations to promote an open fair and competitive selection processes.
Handle acquisitions of varying degrees of complexity prepares solicitation and award documents including Summary of Procurements and agenda items as needed.
Serve as a non-voting Chairperson of Evaluation Committees to ensure an effective transparent unambiguous and fair process.
Review requests for non-competitive solicitations (sole sources) and recommends specification changes to eliminate all artificial barriers that may limit or reduce competition.
Prepare for and participate with Supervisor and/or Director in any protest hearings.
Coordinate Small Business participation in accordance with current policy and procedures and participates in Small Business events.
Prepare response for public records requests.
Perform contract administration including advising on contractual requirements to contractor and Client Departments.
Consult with Supervisor and/or Director and Client Department to prepare for meetings to resolve contract disputes.
Prepare supplemental agreements contract modifications and change orders.
Prepare reports at the direction of Supervisor and/or Director.
Attend meetings and functions including delivering presentations as directed by Supervisor and/or Director.
Provide procurement technical expertise for projects and programs as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS
Education & Experience
- Bachelors degree in Business/Purchasing or any related field required
- 8 years of directly-related work experience may be considered in lieu of required degree 3 years of purchasing experience that displays hands-on experience in purchasing a broad range of materials equipment and services required
- Experience in purchasing and/or procurement in an educational environment or governmental agency preferred
- Valid Texas Driver License
- Certification in any of the following (equivalent or advanced) preferred:
- Certified Professional Public Buyer (CPPB)
- Certified in Supply Management (CSM)
- Certified Texas Purchaser (CTP)
- MS Office Programs
- Information Management Systems
- Budget Management
- State of Texas Procurement Laws and Regulations
- Delivering High Quality Work
- Accepting Responsibility
- Serving Customers
- Supporting Organizational Goals
- Driving Continuous Improvement
- Acting with Integrity
- Thinking Critically
- Managing Change
- Communicating Effectively
General Office. Must be able to perform all job requirements with or without reasonable accommodations; remain in a stationary position during shift; move items weighing up to 25 pounds; position self to operate job equipment; apply established protocols in a timely manner. Must access input and retrieve information from technology devices; communicate with others to accomplish job requirements. May be required to work after hours to include weekends and holidays.
SECURITY SENSITIVE:
This job class may contain positions that are security sensitive and thereby subject to the provisions of Texas Education Code 51.215
The Organization
Houston Community College (HCC) is composed of 14 Centers of Excellence and numerous satellite centers that serve the diverse communities in the Greater Houston area by preparing individuals to live and work in an increasingly international and technological society. HCC is one of the countrys largest singly-accredited open-admission community colleges offering associate degrees certificates workforce training and lifelong learning opportunities.
The Team
Play a central role at HCC as you keep our everyday operations running like clockwork. Youll get the chance to make things happen and work closely with inspiring leaders across different parts of the institution. Whether your role is supportive administrative financial or something else youll be part of a dynamic team that not only provides HCC students with cutting-edge academic and career tools it also takes care of its people.
Location
Houston is a city with limitless possibilities:
EEO Statement
Houston Community College does not discriminate on the bases of race color religion sex gender identity and expression national origin age disability sexual orientation or veterans status. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the non-discrimination policies:
Individuals with disabilities who require special accommodations to interview should contact .
Houston Community College (HCC) is composed of 14 Centers of Excellence and numerous satellite centers that serve the diverse communities in the Greater Houston area by preparing individuals to live and work in an increasingly international and technological society. HCC is one of the countrys largest singly-accredited open-admission community colleges offering associate degrees certificates workforce training and lifelong learning opportunities.
The Team
Play a central role at HCC as you keep our everyday operations running like clockwork. Youll get the chance to make things happen and work closely with inspiring leaders across different parts of the institution. Whether your role is supportive administrative financial or something else youll be part of a dynamic team that not only provides HCC students with cutting-edge academic and career tools it also takes care of its people.
Location
Houston is a city with limitless possibilities:
- Fourth-largest city in the U.S. and home to 54 Fortune 500 companies second only to New York Citys 55.
- Approximately 145 languages are spoken here.
- Overall after-taxes living costs are 5.6 percent below the average for all 308 urban areas recently surveyed.
- Houston is a major-league sports town and dont forget the annual Houston Livestock Show & Rodeo.
- The weather is great! Mild winters ensure that outdoor activities can be enjoyed year-round.
- World-renowned medical care. The Houston metro area has long been known for its first-rate health care system with many Houston area hospitals consistently ranking among the nations top institutions.
- With over 150 museums and cultural institutions in the Greater Houston area museums are a large part of Houstons cultural scene.
- Houston is the Culture & Culinary Capital of Texas with more than 7500 restaurants and eating establishments covering 60 cuisines.
EEO Statement
Houston Community College does not discriminate on the bases of race color religion sex gender identity and expression national origin age disability sexual orientation or veterans status. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the non-discrimination policies:
- Sandra B. Jacobson J.D. . SHRM-SCP Interim Director of EEO and Compliance & Title IX Coordinator
- Office of Equal Opportunity and Title IX
- PO Box 667517
- Houston TX 77266
- 713.718.8271 or
Individuals with disabilities who require special accommodations to interview should contact .
Employment Type
Full Time
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