Job Information
State of Minnesota Buyer 2 in Roseville, Minnesota
Working Title : Buyer
Job Class: Buyer 2
Agency: Minnesota State Lottery
Job ID: 80219
Location: Roseville
Telework Eligible: Yes (Partial)
Full/Part Time: Full-Time
Regular/Temporary: Unlimited
Who May Apply: Open to all qualified job seekers
Date Posted: 09/16/2024
Closing Date: 09/26/2024
Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit: Minnesota State Lottery/Lottery-MAPE
Division/Unit: Contracts/Purchasing
Work Shift: Day
Work Hours: 8:00 a.m.- 4:30 p.m.
Days of Work: Monday - Friday
Travel Required: Limited Travel
Salary Range: $26.04 - $37.98 / hourly; $54,372 - $79,302 / annually
Classified Status: Classified
Bargaining Unit: MAPE
FLSA: Non-Exempt
Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities (https://mn.gov/mmb/careers/diverse-workforce/people-with-disabilities/connect700/) : Yes
The work you'll do is more than just a job.
At the State of Minnesota, employees play a critical role in developing policies, providing essential services, and working to improve the well-being and quality of life for all Minnesotans. The State of Minnesota is committed to equity and inclusion, and invests in employees by providing benefits, support resources, and training and development opportunities.
The Buyer 2 will purchase commodities and services in a specialized procurement activity. Incumbent assigned to this area is responsible for printing, goods, software, commodities, and services required for use by the Lottery; for renewal of all existing contracts and prepares solicitation requests, ensures that the terms of the contract are met, and provides assistance with contract administration functions.
Duties Include:
Develop, implement, and maintain a Lottery-wide purchasing system in accordance with State of Minnesota procedures.Establishasystemforconstantupdatingofproductsandmaintainadequateproceduressothatthe Lottery is supplied with quality products within budget limitations.
ServeasaconsultativeresourcetoLotterystaffinwritinganddevelopingpurchaserequests,toobtaindetailed requirements from staff to write requests for solicitations and purchase specifications; to inform of delivery time requirements, product availability and service considerations.
Maintainrecordsandfilesonallpurchases,invoices,andvehiclemaintenancetomaintainaretrievablesystemof purchase orders and requisitions necessary to aid in the validation of Purchase Department processes.
Minimum Qualifications
To facilitate proper credit, your resume must clearly describe your experience and skills in the areas listed below and indicate the beginning and ending month and year for each job held.
One (1) year of professional level experience OR three (3) years technical/administrative experience in purchasing, developing/evaluating purchase request specifications, soliciting quote/bid requests, reviewing/evaluating solicitation responses, and issuing purchase orders and contracts in a governmental or business environment.
Must currently have or will obtain Authority for Local Purchase (ALP) $25K certification within 3 months of hire and $50k certification within 2 years of hire.
Experience working with automated requisition/purchase order systems.
Experience preparing and managing the Request for Proposals/Bids/Quotes/Information process.
Experience evaluating and negotiating contracts.
KnowledgeandexperiencewithAdobeAcrobatDC Pro andMicrosoftOfficeSuite,specificallyOutlook, Teams,Word,Excel, Access, and PowerPoint.
Abilitytocommunicateeffectivelywithindividualswithawiderangeofbackgrounds,whodonotshareyoursame culture, ethnicity, language, or other common experiences.
** NOTE: A Bachelor's degree in Business, Finance, Accounting or a related field may be substituted for one year of experience or a related Associate's substitute for six months.
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Preferred Qualifications
Knowledge of State of Minnesota procurement policies and procedures.
Knowledge and experienceinsourcingproductsandservicesthatincludevendormanagement.
Experience with SWIFT and JD Edwards Oracle-based accounting systems.
Knowledge and experience in Smartsheet and One Drive platform.
Experience with maintaining vehiclemaintenance and telematics system.
Physical Requirements
Requires occasionally lifting and carrying articles such as file boxes.
Additional Requirements
This position requires successful completion of the following:
The Minnesota State Lottery will conduct a criminal background check and fingerprint check at the time of job offer for all prospective new employees.
The Minnesota State Lottery cannot hire any person who's been convicted of a felony or a crime involving fraud or misrepresentation within five years of employment or who's ever been convicted of a gambling-related offense.
In addition, the Minnesota State Lottery will perform the following background checks:
Employment Reference Checks (includes review of personnel file for current and former State of Minnesota employees)
SEMA4 Records Check (for current and former State of Minnesota employees)
Driver's License Records Verification
AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Minnesota State Colleges and Universities is an Equal Opportunity employer/educator committed to the principles of diversity. We prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their race, sex, color, creed, religion, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or membership in a local commission as defined by law. As an affirmative action employer, we actively seek and encourage applications from women, minorities, persons with disabilities, and individuals with protected veteran status.
Reasonable accommodations will be made to all qualified applicants with disabilities. If you are an individual with a disability who needs assistance or cannot access the online job application system, please contact the job information line at 651-259-3637 or email careers@state.mn.us . Please indicate what assistance is needed.