Terrell ISD - Buyer
Terrell ISDJob Details
- Region
- 10
- School District/Employer
- Terrell ISD
- District Category/Employer
- Central Office,
- Position
- ,
- Assignment Level
- Area Business/Finance
- Job Title
- Buyer
- School
- Terrell ISD
- Campus Description
- Date Posted
- 9/19/2025
- Deadline
- Until Filled
- Openings
- 1
- Commitment
- Full Time
- Description/Notes
- Primary Purpose: Purchase materials and equipment for the district following established district criteria and state purchasing rules for competitive bidding, informal quotations, and negotiations. Major Responsibilities and Duties: Purchasing 1. Prepare bid specifications for items to be purchased and prepare bidding documents, including notice and instruction to bidders, specifications, and form of proposal. 2. Analyze bid quotations and make recommendations regarding awarding of contracts. 3. Work with supplier representative to ensure full understanding of bid requirements and to maintain awareness of product changes, price changes, or other information that could materially affect purchasing of items. 4. Work with vendors in regard to supply and equipment availability, invoices, purchase orders, and contracts. 5. Work cooperatively with district personnel to determine specific requirements and assist in locating necessary goods and services. 6. Test supplies and equipment offered by suppliers. Clerical 7. Prepare and maintain vendor and bidder lists. 8. Prepare correspondence, forms, manuals, reports, purchase orders, and payment authorizations using personal computer. 9. Compile, maintain, and file all reports, records, and other documents as required. Other 10. Follow district safety protocols and emergency procedures. Supervisory Responsibilities: None. Mental Demands/Physical Demands/Environmental Factors: Tools/Equipment Used: Standard office equipment including personal computer and peripherals Posture: Prolonged sitting; occasional bending/stooping, pushing/pulling, and twisting Motion: Repetitive hand motions; prolonged keyboarding and use of mouse; occasional reaching Lifting: Occasional light lifting and carrying (less than 15 pounds) Environment: May work prolonged or irregular hours Mental Demands: Work with frequent interruptions; maintain emotional control under stress Daily in-person attendance is an essential function for this position.
- Qualifications
- Education/Certification: Bachelor's Degree TASBO Certification, preferred Special Knowledge/Skills: Knowledge of procedures for purchasing and invoicing supplies and equipment Ability to work with numbers in an accurate and rapid manner Knowledge of formal bid procedures Ability to write clear bid specifications, test materials, and evaluations, and analyze vendor bids Proficient in keyboarding and file maintenance Ability to deal effectively with vendor representatives Effective organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills Experience: 3 years of successful experience in public sector purchasing
- Salary Range
- Admin. Professional Pay Grade 3
- Benefits
- How To Apply
- https://www.applitrack.com/terrellisd/onlineapp/
Contact Information
- Name
- Melissa Nichols
- melissa.nichols@terrellisd.org
- Address
- 700 N. Catherine Street
- City
- Terrell
- State
- TX
- Zip
- 75160-2613
- Phone
- (214) 686-4419
- Fax
- (972) 551-2842
Additional Information
- ESC Region
- ESC10
- Position
- Posted Date
- Sept. 19, 2025