Purchasing Agent with Union Sanitary District

Job Description:

Purchasing Agent with Union Sanitary District

Description

Overview

Exciting Career Opportunity: Purchasing Agent at Union Sanitary District

Location: San Francisco Bay Area

Salary: Competitive - $10,813 to $14,192 monthly ($129,760 - $170,311 annually)
Final Filing Date: Sunday, 3/2/2025, at 4:00 pm. or when 100 applications are received. Please apply early!

Purchasing Agent

Build Your Future with USD - Join an Award-Winning Team!

Are you ready to elevate your purchasing career while making an impact in your community? Union Sanitary District (USD) offers an exciting opportunity to contribute your skills, grow professionally, and be part of a forward-thinking organization.

About Us

USD is a trailblazing special district renowned for providing top-notch wastewater collection, treatment, and disposal services in the San Francisco Bay Area. With over a century of service to the communities of Fremont, Newark, and Union City, we're committed to safeguarding the region's natural treasures.We serve 356,000 residents and over 3,000 commercial and industrial parcels, making a significant impact on the local ecosystem.

We’re recognized for our innovation and proud of our diverse, talented workforce. We offer excellent work-life balance, continuous learning, and opportunities for career growth.

Benefits

USD offers a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• CalPERS retirement plan (2.5% for Classic Members).
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance substantially paid for by the District.
• Deferred compensation matching.
• Generous leave policies including 12 paid holidays.
• Disability and life insurance.
• Alternative work week schedule.

Examples of Duties

About the Role

Join our team as a Purchasing Agent, where you'll manage procurement, contracts, and risk management to keep our operations running smoothly. You’ll work closely with vendors, negotiate contracts, oversee purchasing policies, and ensure compliance with regulations while helping the District make cost-effective decisions.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee the preparation, assembly, and distribution of formal bid solicitation packages, including coordinating advertisements for bids.
• Analyze bids and proposals, providing recommendations on contract awards, including those with significant financial impact.
• Negotiate complex contracts and professional service agreements, developing strategic negotiation positions to secure the best terms for the District.
• Develop and manage purchasing policies, ensuring compliance with District terms and conditions for all goods and services. Conduct internal audits to maintain adherence to purchasing procedures.
• Administer the District’s purchasing card program, optimizing efficiency and cost management.
• Administer the District’s risk management program, ensuring proper oversight and compliance.
• Monitor contract performance, enforce compliance with terms and conditions, and take corrective action when necessary.
• Go to: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/unionsanitary/classspecs for the full job description.

Qualifications

What You Bring

• Bachelor’s degree in business, accounting, or public administration (or equivalent experience).
• 4+ years of public sector purchasing experience.
• Knowledge of procurement processes, contract negotiation, and vendor management.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Certified Professional Public Buyer (CPPB) or Certified Public Procurement Officer (CPPO) certification is a plus.

Why Join Us?

• Work in a dynamic, team-oriented environment.
• Make a direct impact on District operations and efficiency.
• Competitive salary, benefits, and professional growth opportunities.

Apply Today!

Be part of a team that values efficiency, collaboration, and smart decision-making.

Additional Information

Applicants must apply online at https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/unionsanitary by 4 :00 p.m., Sunday, 3/2/2025. Union Sanitary District is not responsible for the failure of Internet forms in submitting your application.

The most qualified candidates will be invited to a Virtual Qualifications Appraisal Interview and Work Sample scheduled for Thursday, 3/20/2025.

In-Person Finalist interviews are scheduled for the week of 3/24/2025.

You will be contacted regarding all phases of this recruitment via email, so please check your inbox for correspondence regarding next steps and results through the exam process. Please ensure that the email address on your application is correct and current before submitting your application. Before appointment to the position, the candidate must pass a criminal background check which includes a fingerprint scan and background check.

Disaster Service Worker: Employees of Union Sanitary District are, by state and federal law, Disaster Service Workers. In the event of a declaration of emergency, any employee may be assigned activities which promote the protection of public health and safety or the preservation of lives and property either at the District or within the local, or your own community.

Accommodation: Candidates with a disability who may require special assistance in any phase of the application or selection process should advise Human Resources by emailing kathleenk@unionsanitary.ca.gov upon submittal of application.

Union Sanitary District is an equal opportunity employer encouraging workforce diversity.

Click here for link to Unclassified,exempt Employees' Benefits Summary

Closing Date/Time: 3/2/2025 4:00 PM Pacific

Salary:

$129,760.80 - $170,311.23 Annually