Buyer III

San Marcos, TX

Texas State University

Buyer III
Posting Number: 2026682
Location: San Marcos
Department: Procurement and Strategic Sourcing
Recruitment Type: Internal Recruiting (Department Employees Only)
Job Type: Full-Time
Monthly Salary: $4,646
Job Category: Exempt

Required Qualifications:

• Experience in purchasing with knowledge of State and Federal rules and regulations.
• Experience with RFPs, RFQs, and RFIs.
• Experience with contracts.
• Have knowledge of ERP and e-Procurement systems.
• Ability to create and analyze reports.
• Ability to understand, interpret, and retain complex material
• Ability to provide professional, clear, accurate, and concise communication
• Ability to deal with sensitive situations and information

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s Degree in Business related field.
• Experience with RFPs, RFQs, and IFBs.
• Experience with contracts

Job Description:

Responsible for advanced purchasing and procurement activities greater than $100,000, utilizing procurement guidelines, rules policies, and laws.

Job Duties:

Process, review and maintain Personal Service Contracts.
Develop, run and create reports including but not limited to number of purchase orders produced, dollar value, vendors involved, and the types of goods and services purchased.
Coordinate and review purchase requisitions/contracts and identify those needing RFPs, RFQs, or RFIs and work with various departments to complete solicitations if needed.
Provide guidance to the end-users in State, Federal, TSUS and University rules and regulations relating to purchasing.
Review purchase requisitions for accuracy and compliance.
Oversee the distribution of purchase orders.
Resolve questions from end-users in a professional and timely manner.
Manage vendor catalogs and pricing within the SAP and e-procurement system.
Analyze prices and compare to the open market.
Assist in monthly training program for Procurement and Strategic Sourcing.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Additional Information to Applicants:

Job Open Date: 07/20/2026
Job Close Date: 08/21/2026
Open Until Filled: No
Normal Work Days: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
Normal Work Hours Start: 8:00AM
Normal Work Hours End: 5:00PM

Posting Notices:

Legal and Required Notices:

Texas State University is committed to a policy of non-discrimination and equal opportunity for all persons regardless of race, sex, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, or any other basis protected by federal or state law in employment, educational programs, and activities and admissions.

Employment with Texas State University is contingent upon the outcome of record checks and verifications including, but not limited to, criminal history, driving records, education records, employment verifications, reference checks, and employment eligibility verifications.

In accordance with federal law, all new employees must complete the Form I-9 and provide acceptable documentation verifying their identity and authorization to work in the United States. Texas State University participates in E-Verify, and employment is contingent upon the successful verification of work authorization. Employees are required to maintain valid work authorization to satisfy the conditions of Form I9 at all times during their employment and the university makes no implicit or explicit promises to financially support visa or permanent residency applications.

Quicklink: https://jobs.hr.txstate.edu/postings/57876“”>https://jobs.hr.txstate.edu/postings/57876

For a detailed description of this position and to apply, visit https://apptrkr.com/9723913“”>https://jobs.hr.txstate.edu/postings/57876 or call (512) 245-2557 or visit our office at 601 University Dr., J.C. Kellam Bldg., Suite 340.

About Texas State and San Marcos:
Texas State University is a emerging research institution located in the burgeoning Austin-San Antonio corridor and in the beautiful Texas Hill Country. It is the largest of eight campuses in the Texas State University System and one of the 75 largest universities in the country, with over 38,000 students and approximately 4,000 faculty and staff

Texas State is located in San Marcos, a growing community of over 50,000 people located about half way between Austin and San Antonio. Texas State enjoys a setting that is unique among Texas universities. The beauty of the crystal-clear San Marcos River and the stately cypress and pecan trees on the campus add to the charm of the university’s picturesque setting. Our location on the banks of the San Marcos River provides outdoor recreational activities throughout the year.

Why work @ Texas State?
âEUR¢ Amazing health insurance: various coverage options starting your first day of employment for full-time employees with Texas State paying 100% of the employee premium and 50% for your dependents!
âEUR¢ Generous paid time off: vacation, holidays, sick days and many more!
âEUR¢ Excellent work life balance resources: mother and family-friendly resources in addition to a comprehensive FREE wellness program
âEUR¢ Great professional development opportunities: choose from a variety of workshops, training, online learning and even access educational leave opportunities and reimbursement for academic courses
âEUR¢ An inclusive Bobcat community: join our many social networks offered on and off-campus
âEUR¢ Retirement peace of mind: TRS pension, retirement plans and voluntary saving options with generous employer contributions

By joining the Texas State Bobcat team, you’ll be a part of one of the most beautiful, diverse, and growing universities in the nation.

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