Position Description
The City of Minneapolis Procurement Office is seeking (1) Buyer. This Buyer position handles the various purchasing activities of professional services for the City of Minneapolis including but not limited to overseeing the Request for Proposals process from start to finish and monitoring the life of a contract.
Work Location
This position may be eligible for flexible work arrangements, including hybrid work with some days working remotely and some days working in the office.
The City of Minneapolis does not sponsor applicants for work visas.
Job Duties And Responsibilities
Minimum Education
Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration, a highly related field or equivalent
Minimum Experience
Two years of professional public buying experience or five years professional private sector buying experience
Equivalency
An equivalent combination of education and experience closely related to the duties of the position MAY be considered.
Selection Process
The selection process will consist of one or more of the following steps: a rating of relevant education and experience and/or an oral examination (100%). It is important that your application show all the relevant education and experience you possess. This information will be used to determine which candidates will proceed in the selection process. A submitted application is also used to verify the answers to any supplemental questions. Only those candidates who attain a passing score (70%) on each step in the selection process will be placed on the eligible list. The City of Minneapolis Human Resources Department reserves the right to limit the number in any phase of the selection process.
Background Check
The City has determined that a criminal background check and/or qualifications check may be necessary for certain positions with this job title. Applicants may be required to sign an informed consent form allowing the City to obtain their criminal history and/or verify their qualifications in connection with the position sought. Applicants who do not sign the informed consent form will not be further considered for the position.
Union Representation
This position is represented by a collective bargaining agreement between the City of Minneapolis and the AFSCME Union. For more information on the terms and conditions of this agreement please visit: AFSCME
Eligible List Statement
The names of applicants who meet minimum qualification and who pass the screening process shall be placed on the eligible list for employment consideration. This list will be certified to the hiring manager who may use the list to fill a vacancy of the same job title. This eligible list will expire two months after it has been established.
Interview Selection
The hiring authority reserves the right to determine the maximum number of candidates to interview from the established eligible list. If the hiring authority decides to interview other than by exam score order, they may select additional people to interview based on a candidate’s education or experience related to the field, work history, or skills uniquely related to the operational needs of the position.
Knowledge, Skills And Abilities
Our employees enjoy competitive salaries and generous benefits. We pride ourselves on a comprehensive benefits program that supports employees' health and financial well-being. Programs, resources, and benefit eligibility varies based on position, average hours worked, location and length of service. For detailed benefits information, please visit the benefits page .
New 12 weeks of paid parental leave
City employees are eligible for up to 12 weeks of paid parental leave in the event of a birth or placement for adoption of a child.
Insurance
Health insurance
Eligibility for benefits begins the first of the month following employment date. The City of Minneapolis offers eligible employees one plan design with a choice of six provider networks, allowing you to select the best option for you. Available plans include Medica Choice Passport, Medica Elect, VantagePlus with Medica, Park Nicollet and HealthPartners Medical Group First with Medica, Ridgeview Community Network powered by Medica, and Clear Value with Medica.
Dental insurance
The City of Minneapolis offers dental insurance through Delta Dental of Minnesota and pays 100% of the monthly premium for eligible employees.
Benefits
Paid time off
Our generous leave package includes vacation, holidays and paid sick leave, which gives employees the opportunity to enhance their quality of life outside work. Amounts and accrual rates are based on years of experience and collective bargaining agreements .
Retirement
City employees earn a pension and may choose to participate in additional retirement savings programs.
Eligible City employees may choose to participate in the following transportation programs:
To engage and develop employees, the City of Minneapolis offers classes in leadership, cultural agility, change management and more. Additionally, educational discounts at Augsburg University, Hamline University, St. Catherine’s, and St. Mary's University of Minnesota are available to City employees.
Other Perks
Employees can also take advantage of optional life insurance, flexible spending accounts, the Employee Assistance Program , health club discounts and more.
Closing Date/Time: 8/25/2024 11:59 PM Central
The City of Minneapolis Procurement Office is seeking (1) Buyer. This Buyer position handles the various purchasing activities of professional services for the City of Minneapolis including but not limited to overseeing the Request for Proposals process from start to finish and monitoring the life of a contract.
Work Location
This position may be eligible for flexible work arrangements, including hybrid work with some days working remotely and some days working in the office.
The City of Minneapolis does not sponsor applicants for work visas.
Job Duties And Responsibilities
- Evaluate the needs of departments, review scope of services, and guide the staff in writing the scope of services
- Ensure that products and services are procured at the best value to the City, work with departments to determine who should be awarded the contracts and ensure that product/service offered meets scope of services and terms of contracts are met.
- Work with Suppliers on product research and market analysis
- Practice correct government fund accounting principles and procedures.
- Apply the correct statutes, City ordinances (including but not limited to the Target Market Program (TMP) and environmental protection), tax letters, court rulings and administrative rules that affect the purchasing process.
- Train City staff in purchasing procedures, needs analysis and contract compliance by conducting training sessions, holding meetings and answering questions regarding purchasing procedures.
- Ensure that all contract compliance requirements are being followed which includes prevailing wage, environmental protection, target market program, Small and Underutilized Businesses Program (SUBP), Affirmative Action Plan and Equal Employment Opportunity laws in the bidding and contract award process.
- Resolve disputes between suppliers and departments that may arise with respect to quality of services received, timeliness of delivery, etc.
- Maintain accurate records and files on every contract, including documenting conversations, negotiations regarding RFP, etc.
- Evaluate supplier performance based on prices, service deliveries and information received from customer departments relative to supplier services.
- Manage the processing of purchase requisitions, purchase orders and contracts within the City enterprise procurement systems.
- Guide other City departments in the use of the enterprise procurement system to effectively and efficiently utilize system capabilities.
- Perform other duties and special projects when assigned.
Minimum Education
Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration, a highly related field or equivalent
Minimum Experience
Two years of professional public buying experience or five years professional private sector buying experience
Equivalency
An equivalent combination of education and experience closely related to the duties of the position MAY be considered.
Selection Process
The selection process will consist of one or more of the following steps: a rating of relevant education and experience and/or an oral examination (100%). It is important that your application show all the relevant education and experience you possess. This information will be used to determine which candidates will proceed in the selection process. A submitted application is also used to verify the answers to any supplemental questions. Only those candidates who attain a passing score (70%) on each step in the selection process will be placed on the eligible list. The City of Minneapolis Human Resources Department reserves the right to limit the number in any phase of the selection process.
Background Check
The City has determined that a criminal background check and/or qualifications check may be necessary for certain positions with this job title. Applicants may be required to sign an informed consent form allowing the City to obtain their criminal history and/or verify their qualifications in connection with the position sought. Applicants who do not sign the informed consent form will not be further considered for the position.
Union Representation
This position is represented by a collective bargaining agreement between the City of Minneapolis and the AFSCME Union. For more information on the terms and conditions of this agreement please visit: AFSCME
Eligible List Statement
The names of applicants who meet minimum qualification and who pass the screening process shall be placed on the eligible list for employment consideration. This list will be certified to the hiring manager who may use the list to fill a vacancy of the same job title. This eligible list will expire two months after it has been established.
Interview Selection
The hiring authority reserves the right to determine the maximum number of candidates to interview from the established eligible list. If the hiring authority decides to interview other than by exam score order, they may select additional people to interview based on a candidate’s education or experience related to the field, work history, or skills uniquely related to the operational needs of the position.
Knowledge, Skills And Abilities
- Highly desired CPSM (Certified Professional in Supply Management) certification through the Institute for Supply Management (ISM) or CPPB or (Certified Public Professional Buyer) Certification.
- Knowledge of purchasing laws, statutes, ordinances, policies and procedures, disposal laws, accounting principals, and environmental laws, as they apply to purchasing in the City of Minneapolis.
- Experience with an integrated financial system (PeopleSoft preferred)
- Good verbal and written communications skills.
- Proficient working with computer software including Microsoft Office and Acrobat.
Our employees enjoy competitive salaries and generous benefits. We pride ourselves on a comprehensive benefits program that supports employees' health and financial well-being. Programs, resources, and benefit eligibility varies based on position, average hours worked, location and length of service. For detailed benefits information, please visit the benefits page .
New 12 weeks of paid parental leave
City employees are eligible for up to 12 weeks of paid parental leave in the event of a birth or placement for adoption of a child.
Insurance
Health insurance
Eligibility for benefits begins the first of the month following employment date. The City of Minneapolis offers eligible employees one plan design with a choice of six provider networks, allowing you to select the best option for you. Available plans include Medica Choice Passport, Medica Elect, VantagePlus with Medica, Park Nicollet and HealthPartners Medical Group First with Medica, Ridgeview Community Network powered by Medica, and Clear Value with Medica.
Dental insurance
The City of Minneapolis offers dental insurance through Delta Dental of Minnesota and pays 100% of the monthly premium for eligible employees.
Benefits
Paid time off
Our generous leave package includes vacation, holidays and paid sick leave, which gives employees the opportunity to enhance their quality of life outside work. Amounts and accrual rates are based on years of experience and collective bargaining agreements .
Retirement
City employees earn a pension and may choose to participate in additional retirement savings programs.
- Pension: The City of Minneapolis participates in the Public Employees Retirement Association (PERA). Employees and the City both contribute a percentage of your pay to fund future benefits.
- Deferred compensation: Employees may choose to participate in pre-tax or after-tax savings plans through the Minnesota State Retirement System (MSRS).
Eligible City employees may choose to participate in the following transportation programs:
- Metropass: The Metropass program allows eligible employees to enroll in a pass for unlimited bus or light rail rides at a discounted price.
- Parking or Van Pool: The City of Minneapolis Transportation Benefits Plan gives you options to pay certain commuting costs, such as qualified parking and van pool expenses, with pre-tax dollars.
To engage and develop employees, the City of Minneapolis offers classes in leadership, cultural agility, change management and more. Additionally, educational discounts at Augsburg University, Hamline University, St. Catherine’s, and St. Mary's University of Minnesota are available to City employees.
Other Perks
Employees can also take advantage of optional life insurance, flexible spending accounts, the Employee Assistance Program , health club discounts and more.
Closing Date/Time: 8/25/2024 11:59 PM Central