.PURCHASING AGENTPOSITION: Purchasing Agent DEPARTMENT: Finance REPORTS TO: Finance Director PAY RANGE: 44 DATE PREPARED: July 2009General Description: Under general supervision of the Finance Director, coordinates and administers the District's purchasing program and carries out purchasing procedures and policies as adopted by the Board of Directors in the Purchasing Procedures Manual. Is responsible for purchasing materials, supplies and equipment for water and wastewater operations, including construction and maintenance, engineering projects, office and safety supplies and capital equipment.Essential Functions: Essential responsibilities and duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:Reviews purchase requisitions for compliance with budget authorization and other proper approvals.Performs pre-purchase work such as implementing competitive bidding, checking pricing, availability and services offered by vendors.Enters purchase requisitions and payments into computer system.Confers with sales representatives on products and latest price quotes.Maintains vendor and supply records and files.Maintains inventory levels and inventory accounting records.Explores new sources of supply whenever cost effective.Assists with preparation of new vehicle specifications.Prepares formal bid requests.Prepares bid requests for annual service agreements.Supervises the work of a warehouse worker in performing warehouse functions.In a back-up capacity to the warehouse worker, delivers materials and supplies to work sites and treatment facilities.Operating computer programs at an advanced level.Qualification Requirements: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.Knowledge of:Laws and regulations related to local government purchasing.Thorough working knowledge of purchasing policies, processes and procedures.Principles and practices of purchasing for a public agency.Warehouse and inventory control policies and procedures.Negotiating best vendor terms, pricing and delivery based on specific budget and schedule requirements.Practices and methods of purchasing by specification and competitive bid.Economic order quantity (EOQ) model.Trade names and brands for industrial plumbing components.Supplies, materials and equipment required for use in daily District operation.Safe work methods and safety precautions related to the work environment.Operation and application of Springbrook Accounting Program, Microsoft Word.Correct application and usage of the English language, including spelling, grammar and punctuation.Ability to:Develop, interpret and enforce materials, supplies and construction contracts.Interpret laws, rules and regulations pertaining to purchasing