Procurement Specialist - Buyer 2

This position coordinates and performs a variety of complex procurement functions in the acquisition of a wide variety of goods and services needed to effectively serve and meet the needs of the employees, clients and business partners of the Minnesota Department of Agriculture. This position serves as the subject matter expert in division procurement and is responsible for the purchase of a wide variety of scientific, environmental, and other materials, supplies, and equipment for the Pesticide and Fertilizer Management Division (PFMD). This includes the writing of detailed specifications, evaluating bid responses, vendor management, representing the division in statewide procurement initiatives, and providing mentoring support to the PFMD procurement team. This position will determine the suitability of goods and services in relation to price, quality and value, while maintaining compliance with all policies, procurement laws and statutes set forth by the agency and/or the Department of Administration, Office of State Procurement. In addition to the actual procurement tasks, this position will also be responsible for the associated tasks of order management/tracking, reconciliation, invoice routing/approval and end of fiscal year close. This position provides lead work direction to PFMD procurement staff and performs related work as required.