Purchaser III - Procurement Division - (2602382)
Position Information Seeking an experienced professional to join the Procurement Division at Texas Department of Transportation(TxDOT). At TxDOT, people are the Department’s most important customer, asset, and resource. The well-being, safety, and quality of life for Texans and the traveling public are of the utmost concern to the Department. We focus on relationship building, customer service, and partnerships.
The role of the Purchaser III is to assist the TxDOT Procurement Division in its purchasing mission "to purchase the right quality, in the right quantity, at the right time, at the right price, from the right supplier, in the most effective manner to obtain the best value for the state."
The ideal candidate is detailed oriented, fast paced, an effective communicator and focused on customer service.Work location: The selected candidates' work location may be headquartered in TxDOT - Stassney Campus (Austin, TX) or any of the following 25 TxDOT District offices located in Abilene, Amarillo, Atlanta, Austin, Beaumont, Brownwood, Bryan, Corpus Christi, Childress, Dallas, El Paso, Fort Worth, Houston, Laredo, Lubbock, Lufkin, Odessa, Paris, Pharr, San Angelo, San Antonio, Tyler, Waco, Wichita Falls, and Yoakum.
: 42,976.00
: 64,469.00
: Yearly FLSA Status: Nonexempt
Stassney Hq - Main
6230 East Stassney Lane
Austin 78744
: Yes, 10 % of the Time Shift: Day Job Shift Details: Monday-Friday, 40 hours per week Location Flexibility: Onsite
Benefits and Perks At TxDOT, we value work-life balance and are committed to providing our employees with a comprehensive range of benefits and programs, including:Retirement PlansAlternative and/or Flexible Work SchedulesPaid Leave and HolidaysHealth Premiums paid at 100% for Full-Time EmployeesOn-the-Job TrainingTuition Assistance ProgramHolistic Wellness Program with Leave IncentivesCareer Development and Advancement OpportunitiesFamily-Friendly Policies and ProgramsIn 2024, TxDOT was recognized as a Best Place for Working Parents, and many of our offices statewide are also designated as Texas Mother-Friendly Worksites. These recognitions reflect our dedication to supporting families and promoting a healthy work-life balance.For a complete list of our total compensation package please visit our website at: Total Compensation PackageTo view benefits available to all State of Texas employees visit: Benefits at a Glance | ERS (texas.gov)
Performs technical purchasing functions for the Department. Work involves research, study and evaluation of assigned commodities, supplies and services. Advises district and division personnel on purchasing procedures and quality of commodities, supplies and services. Work requires contact with other governmental and private entities. Employees at this level perform work independently on assignments; however, all unusual issues are referred to the supervisor.Essential Duties:Coordinates and compiles basic and/or complex reports.
Develops and writes technical equipment, material specifications and/or service statements of work (SOW) and works with the user to evaluate requirements for the items or services to be purchased.
Makes field visits to districts and divisions to discuss requirements for materials, supplies and services and arranges for demonstrations and evaluations of new equipment and supplies.
Makes recommendations on standardization of equipment, materials, supplies and services.
Prepares requisitions for term contract and open market purchases and makes delegated purchases.
Represents the Department at various meetings and may serve as a member of one of the division specification committees.
Responsible for the achievement of established Historically Underutilized Business participation goals.
Reviews and analyzes bids and makes award recommendations to management and/or the of Comptroller of Public Accounts (CPA).
Answers questions, provides guidance and acts as liaison between districts, divisions and vendors.
Assists in preparing justifications and compiles files of items purchased.
Keeps abreast and reports on the impact of technological and price changes in goods and/or services.
Maintains files on product literature, requisitions, purchase orders and correspondence.
Makes spot and emergency purchases.
Prepares correspondence to departmental staff, vendors and/or the CPA regarding updates on literature, clarification of specifications, bid reviews, expediting delivery and coordinating testing/evaluation of products.
Prepares specifications and statements of work (SOW) which involves conducting market research, obtaining literature and tabulating and comparing features to user needs.
Performs other job responsibilities as assigned.
Minimum Qualifications:Education:Bachelor's Degree in any discipline. Related experience and/or relevant technical training may be substituted for education on a year per year basis. Substitutions for Minimum QualificationsExperience:1 year experience in purchasing. (Experience can be satisfied by full time or prorated part time equivalent).Licenses and Certifications: Valid driver’s license. This position requires driving a state vehicle.Must be Certified Texas Contract Developer (CTCD) OR Must obtain the Certified Texas Contract Developer Certification within 18 months of the date of hire. Competencies:Considerable knowledge of:Research and analysis methodologies
Technical specification writing
Goods and services purchased by the Department
State rules and procedures associated with expediting, ordering, purchasing and warehousing laws, policies and procedures
State rules, laws and procedures associated with expediting, ordering and purchasingProficient skill inAnalyzing, organizing, and communicating business and technical data
Developing and giving presentations
Scheduling work assignments
Researching, analyzing, and interpreting policies and state and federal laws and regulations specific to functional area
Public relations for maintaining effective working relationships with individuals and groups, both internal and external
Using basic mathematical fundamentals
Coordinating labor, materials, and equipment
Evaluating products, equipment and material
Administrative support practices and procedures to include writing, editing and report writing techniques, recording meeting notes, record keeping and records management
Preparing technical/statistical reports
Using computers, applicable programs, applications, and systems
Evaluating new equipment performanceAbility toCommunicate effectively Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:Sedentary work: Lift up to 10 lbs at a time and occasionally carry files/small tools
Standing-prolonged periods of time
Repetitive Motion-substantial movements of the wrists, hands, and/or fingers
Close Visual Acuity-work includes data/figures; view a computer screen; extensive reading Conditions of Employment:Please read the Standard Conditions of Employment (TxDOT) for all positions.
: General Servs/Contracts/Purch
: Full-time
: Regular
: Standard
: Non-Management
: Sep 15, 2026, 2:00:19 PM
: Ongoing
State Job Title/s: Purchaser III State Job Code/s: 1932
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Applicant Information The Texas Department of Transportation is an Equal Opportunity Employer.If requested, reasonable accommodations will be made for persons with disabilities for any part of the employment process in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Action of 1990.Additional Applicant Information for applicants
The Texas Department of Transportation is responsible for maintaining 80,000 miles of road and for supporting aviation, rail, and public transportation across the state. TxDOT and its 12,000 employees are committed to working with others to provide safe and reliable transportation solutions for Texas by maintaining a safe system, addressing congestion, connecting Texas communities, and being a Best in Class state agency. Find out more at www.txdot.gov. “Like” us on Facebook, www.facebook.com/txdot ; and follow us on Twitter, www.twitter.com/txdot .
