State of Florida
Requisition No:
825575 Agency:
Department of CitrusWorking Title:
PURCHASING AGENT I - 57000203 Pay Plan:
Career ServicePosition Number:
57000203 Salary:
$39,000.
00 - $46,000.
00 Posting Closing Date:
04/02/2024 Total Compensation Estimator ToolThe Florida Department of Citrus605 East Main StreetBartow, Florida 33830 Purchasing Agent I NOTE:
Microsoft Excel test will be administered at time of interview.
The Florida Department of Citrus (FDOC) is seeking a procurement/administrative professional to fill the position of Purchasing Agent I.
This position reports directly to the Purchasing Manager and performs a variety of purchasing, inventory, administrative, and grant management duties.
To perform this job successfully, an individual must have three years of administrative experience, an intermediate-level knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Word and Outlook, excellent communication skills, ability to prioritize assignments, and work as a team player.
Preference will be given to candidates with state purchasing policies/procedures/programs experience.
AGENCY DESCRIPTION:
The Florida Department of Citrus is a marketing and research agency utilizing progressive insights to maximize demand for Florida citrus through a fully integrated marketing and public relations program.
Based in Central Florida (Bartow), FDOC is responsible for domestic and international marketing, research and regulation of the $6.
9 billion Florida citrus industry.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS (Not all inclusive):
Solicit informal quotes for commodities not available on state contract, utilizing Department of Citrus and Department of Management Services rules.
Utilizing MyFloridaMarketPlace (Ariba), create purchase requisitions as required, following state purchasing rules/practices.
Verify pricing and accuracy of requisitions before issuing purchase orders.
Add/update vendor federal ID numbers in the Statewide Vendor File System.
Responsible for purchases and receiving of commodities.
Serve as first point of contact for staff and vendors on purchasing issues.
Assist with Request for Proposal (RFP) bid openings, as needed.
Maintain physical inventory and the perpetual tracking system (currently in Excel) for the Marketing Department.
Coordinate the completion of state and federal grant applications and required reports for current grants as required.
Stay current on state and federal grant processes, procedures, and regulations and guide FDOC staff accordingly.
Assist in managing contracts and services related to state and federal grant awards as needed.
Maintain budgets in accurate and organized order that is easily accessible and understood.
Balance all relevant budgets and expenditures, resolving all discrepancies.
Prepare accurate, detailed management reports on budgets as needed.
Perform miscellaneous other purchasing, administrative, inventory, and grant management duties assigned by the Purchasing Manager.
MINIMUM
Qualifications:
A minimum of three years of administrative experience.
A college degree from an accredited college or university with four or more courses in business can substitute for up to two years of experience.
Experience with state purchasing programs/policies/procedures a plus.
Experience with state and/or federal grant rules and procedures a plus.
Intermediate level experience/knowledge of Microsoft Office applications (Excel/Word/Outlook) a must.
Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others, both internal staff and external clients.
VETERAN RECRUITMENT STATEMENT:
The Florida Department of Citrus values the service veterans and their family members have given to our country and supports the hiring of returning service members and military spouses.
Veterans and military spouses are encouraged to apply.
INDIVIDUALS WITH DISABILITIES RECRUITMENT STATEMENT:
The Florida Department of Citrus values and supports the employment of Individuals with Disabilities.
Individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
REMINDERS:
Male applicants born on or after October 1, 1962, will not be eligible for hire or promotion unless they are registered with the Selective Services System (SSS) before their 26th birthday, or have a Letter of Registration Exemption from the SSS.
For more information please visit the SSS website at http:
//www.
sss.
gov.
If you are a retiree of the Florida Retirement System (FRS) please check with the FRS on how your current benefits will be affected if you are re-employed with the State of Florida.
The successful candidate will be required to complete the Form I-9 and that information will be verified using the E-Verify system.
NOTE:
All responses provided to the qualifying questions must be verifiable on your State of Florida Employment Application.
The State of Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer, and does not tolerate discrimination or violence in the workplace.
Candidates requiring a reasonable accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, must notify the agency hiring authority and/or People First Service Center (1-866-663-4735).
Notification to the hiring authority must be made in advance to allow sufficient time to provide the accommodation.
The State of Florida supports a Drug-Free workplace.
All employees are subject to reasonable suspicion drug testing in accordance with Section 112.
0455, F.
S.
, Drug-Free Workplace Act.
VETERANS' PREFERENCE.
Pursuant to Chapter 295, Florida Statutes, candidates eligible for Veterans' Preference will receive preference in employment for Career Service vacancies and are encouraged to apply.
Certain service members may be eligible to receive waivers for postsecondary educational requirements.
Candidates claiming Veterans' Preference must attach supporting documentation with each submission that includes character of service (for example, DD Form 214 Member Copy #4) along with any other documentation as required by Rule 55A-7, Florida Administrative Code.
Veterans' Preference documentation requirements are available by clicking here.
All documentation is due by the close of the vacancy announcement.
About the Company:
State of Florida.
Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
825575 Agency:
Department of CitrusWorking Title:
PURCHASING AGENT I - 57000203 Pay Plan:
Career ServicePosition Number:
57000203 Salary:
$39,000.
00 - $46,000.
00 Posting Closing Date:
04/02/2024 Total Compensation Estimator ToolThe Florida Department of Citrus605 East Main StreetBartow, Florida 33830 Purchasing Agent I NOTE:
Microsoft Excel test will be administered at time of interview.
The Florida Department of Citrus (FDOC) is seeking a procurement/administrative professional to fill the position of Purchasing Agent I.
This position reports directly to the Purchasing Manager and performs a variety of purchasing, inventory, administrative, and grant management duties.
To perform this job successfully, an individual must have three years of administrative experience, an intermediate-level knowledge of Microsoft Excel, Word and Outlook, excellent communication skills, ability to prioritize assignments, and work as a team player.
Preference will be given to candidates with state purchasing policies/procedures/programs experience.
AGENCY DESCRIPTION:
The Florida Department of Citrus is a marketing and research agency utilizing progressive insights to maximize demand for Florida citrus through a fully integrated marketing and public relations program.
Based in Central Florida (Bartow), FDOC is responsible for domestic and international marketing, research and regulation of the $6.
9 billion Florida citrus industry.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS (Not all inclusive):
Solicit informal quotes for commodities not available on state contract, utilizing Department of Citrus and Department of Management Services rules.
Utilizing MyFloridaMarketPlace (Ariba), create purchase requisitions as required, following state purchasing rules/practices.
Verify pricing and accuracy of requisitions before issuing purchase orders.
Add/update vendor federal ID numbers in the Statewide Vendor File System.
Responsible for purchases and receiving of commodities.
Serve as first point of contact for staff and vendors on purchasing issues.
Assist with Request for Proposal (RFP) bid openings, as needed.
Maintain physical inventory and the perpetual tracking system (currently in Excel) for the Marketing Department.
Coordinate the completion of state and federal grant applications and required reports for current grants as required.
Stay current on state and federal grant processes, procedures, and regulations and guide FDOC staff accordingly.
Assist in managing contracts and services related to state and federal grant awards as needed.
Maintain budgets in accurate and organized order that is easily accessible and understood.
Balance all relevant budgets and expenditures, resolving all discrepancies.
Prepare accurate, detailed management reports on budgets as needed.
Perform miscellaneous other purchasing, administrative, inventory, and grant management duties assigned by the Purchasing Manager.
MINIMUM
Qualifications:
A minimum of three years of administrative experience.
A college degree from an accredited college or university with four or more courses in business can substitute for up to two years of experience.
Experience with state purchasing programs/policies/procedures a plus.
Experience with state and/or federal grant rules and procedures a plus.
Intermediate level experience/knowledge of Microsoft Office applications (Excel/Word/Outlook) a must.
Ability to communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing.
Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with others, both internal staff and external clients.
VETERAN RECRUITMENT STATEMENT:
The Florida Department of Citrus values the service veterans and their family members have given to our country and supports the hiring of returning service members and military spouses.
Veterans and military spouses are encouraged to apply.
INDIVIDUALS WITH DISABILITIES RECRUITMENT STATEMENT:
The Florida Department of Citrus values and supports the employment of Individuals with Disabilities.
Individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
REMINDERS:
Male applicants born on or after October 1, 1962, will not be eligible for hire or promotion unless they are registered with the Selective Services System (SSS) before their 26th birthday, or have a Letter of Registration Exemption from the SSS.
For more information please visit the SSS website at http:
//www.
sss.
gov.
If you are a retiree of the Florida Retirement System (FRS) please check with the FRS on how your current benefits will be affected if you are re-employed with the State of Florida.
The successful candidate will be required to complete the Form I-9 and that information will be verified using the E-Verify system.
NOTE:
All responses provided to the qualifying questions must be verifiable on your State of Florida Employment Application.
The State of Florida is an Equal Opportunity Employer/Affirmative Action Employer, and does not tolerate discrimination or violence in the workplace.
Candidates requiring a reasonable accommodation, as defined by the Americans with Disabilities Act, must notify the agency hiring authority and/or People First Service Center (1-866-663-4735).
Notification to the hiring authority must be made in advance to allow sufficient time to provide the accommodation.
The State of Florida supports a Drug-Free workplace.
All employees are subject to reasonable suspicion drug testing in accordance with Section 112.
0455, F.
S.
, Drug-Free Workplace Act.
VETERANS' PREFERENCE.
Pursuant to Chapter 295, Florida Statutes, candidates eligible for Veterans' Preference will receive preference in employment for Career Service vacancies and are encouraged to apply.
Certain service members may be eligible to receive waivers for postsecondary educational requirements.
Candidates claiming Veterans' Preference must attach supporting documentation with each submission that includes character of service (for example, DD Form 214 Member Copy #4) along with any other documentation as required by Rule 55A-7, Florida Administrative Code.
Veterans' Preference documentation requirements are available by clicking here.
All documentation is due by the close of the vacancy announcement.
About the Company:
State of Florida.
Estimated Salary: $20 to $28 per hour based on qualifications.
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