PURCHASING / PROCUREMENT AGENT - MARIETTA

Exceptional Benefits Include:
·     13 Paid Holidays
·     3 Weeks Annual Leave
·     3 Weeks Sick Leave
·     Flexibility within or core working hours of M- F 8 am – 5 pm
·     Hybrid teleworking options for eligible positions
·     Employer 401K match
·     Student Loan Repayment
·     Employee Education Reimbursement
·     Payroll Deductible Health Benefits
·     Pension Plan
·     Flexible Spending Accounts
·     Worksite Wellness Activities
·     Employee Recognition Program
·     Diverse Workforce
·     Opportunities for Advancement

Purpose of the Position:
Under general supervision serves as working-level procurement/sourcing specialist. Provides professional-level category support in a variety of procurement activities. Participates in on-going category and vendor performance management. The position is typically responsible for purchasing activities in a small agency. Other duties as assigned such as postage processing, mail room responsibilities and loading dock coverage. This position works to promote and protect the health and safety of the residents of Cobb and Douglas Counties.

Essential Functions, include but are not limited to:
·         Purchase supplies, equipment, or services necessary for the operation of an agency, region, district or state.
·         Develops or assist in the development of documents such as Request for Quotes (RFQs) and Request for Proposals (RFPs).
·         Participates in the vendor response evaluation process. Develops financial and technical evaluation documents. Analyzes vendor responses. May support the strategic sourcing teams in more complex solicitations.
 
Minimum Qualifications: Associate degree in accounting or business, or a directly related field from an accredited college or university; or Technical diploma in accounting or business and one (1) year job-related experience in a procurement environment; or one (1) year of experience at the lower level Procurement Agent Trainee (FEP019) or Procurement Technician (FET112) or equivalent position. Note: Some positions require Georgia Procurement Manual area specific certification(s).
 
Preferred Job-Related Skills: Proficiency with Microsoft Office Sute. Effective oral and written communication skills. Experience in supporting management.
 
Work Conditions & Physical Demands: General Office Environment.
 
Remote Work:***Employees authorized for remote/hybrid work must reside and perform their job duties exclusively within the state of Georgia. Remote/hybrid work arrangements outside the state are not permitted under current policy.
 
Salary Information: $46,632.33 Annually / Pay Grade I
*** Current state employees’ salary will be subject to State Personnel Board rule provisions. You may qualify for a higher salary based on your current pay grade and the pay grade of the position. If you have questions regarding salary, please do not hesitate to contact HR***
 
Applications Accepted: * THIS POSITION WILL REMAIN OPEN UNTIL FILLED AND IS SUBJECT TO CLOSE AT ANY TIME ONCE A SATISFACTORY APPLICANT POOL HAS BEEN IDENTIFIED
 
Cobb and Douglas Public Health a nationally accredited health department, headquartered in Marietta, Georgia since 1920 promotes and protects the health and safety of the residents of Cobb and Douglas counties in partnership with several other agencies. CDPH is an equal opportunity employer, and does not discriminate based on age, genetics, pregnancy, gender, gender identity or expression, color, disability, national origin, sexual orientation, political affiliation, race or religion This position works to promote and protect the health and safety of the residents of Cobb and Douglas Counties.
 
TO APPLY: In order to successfully apply for a position; the hiring agency requires interested applicants to complete the Cobb & Douglas Public Health’s Online Employment Application. This job application can be found at: www.cdph-ess.com. Click on "Employment Opportunities" and locate this position, click “Apply” and begin your application process.     
 
 
    
 
 

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Thank you for your interest in CDPH. Due to the volume of applications received, we are unable to provide information on application status by phone or e-mail. All qualified applicants will be considered but may not necessarily receive an interview. Selected applicants will be contacted by the hiring agency for next steps in the selection process. Applicants who are not selected will not receive notification.
 
Requirements for this position may be subject to: Pre-Employment Drug Screening, Criminal Background Check/Fingerprinting, Previous Employment Reference Check, Specific Immunizations, Motor vehicle check, and/or Education and/or Licensure verification.
 
If you require accommodations under the American Disability Act (ADA), email request by the closing date of this announcement to: Natasha.Hart@dph.ga.gov

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