Buyer

Department: Finance Division: Purchasing Exempt/Non-Exempt: Non-Exempt Union/Management: Union Local 246 Full-Time/Part-Time/Seasonal: Full Time Workweek: Monday- Friday, 9:30am-5pm Pay: $45,000.00 – 46,479.44, based on qualifications and experience. Competitive Jersey City retirement and health benefits package available, including pension, dental, medical, prescription, FSA (flexible spending account),life insurance and more. The City of Jersey City (“The City”) is seeking to hire a Buyer, who under supervision, selects, prepares orders for, and arranges for purchase of one or more types of equipment, materials, and supplies used by various departments. Job Duties: Organize and prioritize workloads in such a manner that all tasks are accomplished within the acceptable timeframe. Obtain a thorough working knowledge of commodity classifications as assigned through vendor contacts, literature or other means. Work independently or as part of a leadership team. Communicate effectively and professionally with various levels of City staff from different departments and the business community. Interpret data and research technical information necessary for specification preparation and f