Buyer III

San Marcos, TX

Texas State University

Buyer III
Posting Number: 2026594
Location: San Marcos
Department: Facilities Planning Design
Recruitment Type: Open Recruiting
Job Type: Full-Time
Monthly Salary: $4,918.23 + commensurate with experience
Job Category: Exempt

Required Qualifications:

• Knowledge of: Purchasing and procurement methods and procedures, applicable federal, state, TSUS and university procurement statutes, rules, policies, legislation, regulations and guidelines, accounting principles and procedures; e-procurement programs including security access, software programs, contract review, marketing and training.
• Experience with RFP, RFQ, and CSP Contracts.
• Skill in: Contract negotiation, correspondence, reports, professional communication, reconciling data, problem solving and decision-making; electronic procurement programs; organizing documentation and files.
• Ability to: Review and understand rules, regulations, policies, procedures, contracts, documents and manuals, perform arithmetical computations and statistical analysis, prepare reports, communicate effectively; evaluate bids, develop methods and procedures for locating supply sources; maintain a system of record keeping.
• Candidates must either hold a procurement or contracting certification from a governmental entity or a nationally recognized certifying organization or must be willing to obtain the Certified Texas Procurement Manager (CTPM) credential within twelve months of hire.

Preferred Qualifications:
* Current Certified Texas Procurement Manager (CTPM) credential through State of Texas, or other procurement or contracting certification from a governmental entity or nationally recognized certifying organization.
* Current Certified Texas Contract Manager (CTCM) credential through State of Texas
* Experience in State or University procurement
* Experience in developing and managing effective relationships with suppliers, internal departments and co-workers
* Ability to prioritize, coordinate and multi-task.
* Ability to problem solve and independently make decisions

Job Description:

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

Job Duties:

• Plans, organizes, coordinates and prepares bid specifications and procurement documents.
• Oversees requisitions and orders merchandise, supplies, and equipment using, interpreting, and monitoring, established guidelines, rules policies, and laws.
• Oversees the development, preparation and distribution of bid specifications.
• Oversees and/or tabulates bids to determine lowest and best value.
• Coordinates the negotiation of contracts and recommends annual contract awards.
• Resolves disputes and protests.
• Oversees and/or maintains e-procurement catalogs and pricing.
• Troubleshoots problems with the e-procurement System.
• Manages all punch-out and hosted catalogs in the e-procurement system for the University.
• Monitors trend and cost analysis activities and recommends opportunities to leverage the universitys purchasing power.
• Oversees or prepares the delivery of required statutory reports.
• Monitors legal and regulatory requirements pertaining to purchasing.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Additional Information to Applicants:

Job Open Date: 06/11/2026
Job Close Date:
Open Until Filled: Yes
Normal Work Days: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday
Normal Work Hours Start: 8:00AM
Normal Work Hours End: 5:00PM

Posting Notices:
Applicant must have a valid Texas Driver’s License and be a driver in good standing with less than ten (10) points deducted for driving infractions as determined by the employer driving standards system.

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/57298

For a detailed description of this position and to apply, visit https://jobs.hr.txstate.edu/postings/57298 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?
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!
Generous paid time off: vacation, holidays, sick days and many more!
Excellent work life balance resources: mother and family-friendly resources in addition to a comprehensive FREE wellness program
Great professional development opportunities: choose from a variety of workshops, training, online learning and even access educational leave opportunities and reimbursement for academic courses
An inclusive Bobcat community: join our many social networks offered on and off-campus
Retirement peace of mind: TRS pension, retirement plans and voluntary saving options with generous employer contributions

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

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