Buyer I

This is an entry level position with the Pasco County Purchasing department. Primarily responsible for performing specialized buying functions for the procurement of a wide range of commodities and services, including the review of requisitions, preparation of bid invitations, analysis of bids, and the preparation of purchase orders.

Reviews specifications used as a basis for bids on commodities within an assigned field. Assists in coordination of formal/informal solicitations. Tabulates and analyzes bids/quotes to determine lowest responsive and responsible bidders. Keeps file of vendors to whom bids have been sent and records bids.  Reviews and approves requisitions and change orders. Determines method of pricing to be utilized. Coordinates effort with requesting division/department and responds to questions related to the Purchase process.  Maintains follow-ups such as phone-calls or written correspondence with departments to assure the needs of the department are met. Interfaces with other purchasing operations as necessary to provide a cohesive procurement system.  In case of emergency or crisis situation (hurricane, flood, etc.) position is required to respond/perform recovery duties as assigned by immediate supervisor.