Title: Technology Buyer

Department: DT Purchasing

Campus Location: TCCD District Offices

Employee Classification: APT - Administrative

Position Type: FT - Regular

Grant Funded: No 

Compensation Details:  Starting Pay - $61,484

Work Hours: Monday - Friday 8:00am – 5:00pm

Remote Eligible: This position is not eligible for remote work

Special Instructions to Applicant:

Job Summary:

Reporting to the Purchasing Manager, the Technology Buyer serves as the primary contact person for all technology purchased by the IT, IS, IREP, Technical Services and Media Services departments. This position provides leadership in sourcing and procuring technology related goods and services for TCCD and coordinates all approved technology purchases for the campuses and other district offices.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities:

Essential Performance Requirements*
⦁ Serves as point of contact for approved technology vendor purchasing, receiving, installation and invoicing
⦁ Serves as point of contact for district staff regarding planning for technology budgets, vendor selection according to technology standards, and inventory control of purchased items
⦁ Performs within the ethics and guidelines of Texas Laws and TCC Policy
⦁ Determines method of procurement such as direct purchase, bid, request for proposal, request for quote or other applicable process
⦁ Reviews bids/proposals and negotiates contracts within scope of authority and prepares purchase orders
⦁ Works closely with user groups, key stakeholders, and requisitioners understanding that customer service is a priority

Service Excellence
⦁ Attends the workplace regularly, reports to work punctually, and follows a work schedule to keep up with the demands of the worksite
⦁ Completes all required training and professional development sessions sponsored through Tarrant County College (TCC)
⦁ Supports the mission, values, goals, and principles of the College

Supervision
⦁ Works under the general supervision of the Purchasing Manager

*Performs Other Related Tasks as Required

The duties listed are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position. The job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer as the needs of the employer and requirements of the job change.

Required Minimum Qualifications:

⦁ Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Finance, Accounting, or related field and six (6) years of purchasing experience or related field; or any equivalent combination of education and/ or working experience

Preferred Qualifications:

⦁ Current National Institute of Governmental Purchasing Certified Professional Public Buyer designation, comparable State of Texas professional certifications or designations, or advance relevant degrees
⦁ At least one (1) year's working experience in purchasing materials, sourcing or governmental or educational environment
⦁ At least one (1) year's working experience directing bid evaluations or supplier proposals and coordinate technical evaluations and recommendations
⦁ At least one (1) year's working experience in leading, submitting, and soliciting procurement packages in compliance with applicable regulatory requirements
⦁ At least one (1) year's working experience writing proper IFB, RFI, RFP, RFQ bid documents for Construction services and qualifications
⦁ At least one (1) year's working experience developing and implementing Historically Underutilized Business (HUB) vendor outreach and education

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

⦁ Knowledge of basic contract law to avoid bid protests and contract claims
⦁ Skilled in excellent customer service and interpersonal relationships
⦁ Skilled using computerized applications and enterprise systems, including word processing, spreadsheet, and presentation software
⦁ Ability to work effectively in a collaborative environment
⦁ Ability to think critically to effectively solve and communicate problems in a fast-paced environment where the demands for work are varied, and unpredictable in scope and volume

Physical Demands and Work Environment:

Physical Demands
The physical demands described here are representatives of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel objects, tools, or controls; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, and climb or balance. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and the ability to adjust focus.

Work Environment
The work environment characteristics described here are representatives of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee occasionally works near moving mechanical parts and is occasionally exposed to risk of electrical shock. The noise level in the work environment is usually quiet.

Accommodation/EEO Statement:

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties and responsibilities.