Assists the Purchasing Agent in reviewing addition and deletion of vendors to the qualified bidders list. Makes recommendations to the Purchasing Agent in the evaluation of vendor performance. Works with vendors and state personnel to schedule meetings, handle related correspondence and provide administrative support to the Purchasing Agent. May be called upon to perform the duties of a Purchasing Agent in that person's absence. Performs other duties as required.
Normal office working conditions generally prevail.
Significant pressure to meet deadlines is present. Significant interaction with vendors and various state offices is required. Four years of clerical or storeroom-inventory duties, at least one of which shall have involved responsibility for procurement of necessary services and commodities from outside providers. Typing skill of 40 WPM may be required.