Senior Buyer

Salary: $85,941.00 - $133,890.00 Annually Location : Towson, MD Job Type: MERIT Job Number: 07.221 01-2026 OBF Department: BUDGET & FINANCE Opening Date: 01/08/2026 Pay Schedule XII, Grade 4M, Regular Schedule: 35 hours per week A vacancy exists in the Office of Budget and Finance. A list of eligible applicants will be established based on the examination as outlined below. Current and future vacancies occurring in any Office or Department of Baltimore County General Government may be filled from the list of eligible applicants. All interested transfer and promotional candidates must apply at this time. List all promotions and changes in job duties due to reclassification as separate work experience on your application. Applicants must include the dates of the promotions and reclassifications. Note: Failure to complete all fields of the "Work Experience" section of the application will result in your application not being considered. A resume will not be considered in determining your qualifications for a position. Applicants selected for an interview may provide a resume at that time. You MUST attach your transcript(s) or license(s) to your application. Failure to submit proof of Licenses, Certifications and Education will result in your application not being considered. Proof of licenses, certifications, and/or education must be submitted with each application. Examples of Duties Under general supervision, supervises a team of buyers and support personnel, prepares highly technical or complex specifications for goods and services for all County agencies, and prepares, evaluates and awards informal and formal bids and requests for proposals. Supervises and trains a team of purchasing personnel in the acquisition of supplies, materials, and equipment used by County agencies. Verifies approved requisitions and determines the most efficient method of procurement. Expedites purchase orders and resolves discrepancies. Writes and prepares complex and technical specifications for commodities and services. Develops uniform specifications based on collective needs of the County.. Prepares, evaluates and awards informal and formal bids. Issues blanket orders and price agreements and monitors usage. Performs cost analysis studies and value analysis. Prepares reports and maintains records. Locates new sources of supply and maintains good working relationships with vendors and manufacturers. Interviews salespersons and vendors. Drafts correspondence related to acquisition, maintenance, and disposition of equipment and materials including market trends, new materials and products, or changes in design, environmental or safety requirements. Examples of Other Duties Keeps informed of government purchasing policies, supply functions and changes in the procurement system. Reviews trade publications, periodicals and journals. Analyses price listings and changes in market trends. May perform the duties of Assistant Chief of Purchasing in the absence of same. Performs other related duties as required. (NOTE: The duties and responsibilities listed above are for the purpose of determining a common set of minimum qualifications for all positions in this class. They may not include all of the essential job functions of each position in the class. Each position may not be required to perform all of the essential job functions listed.) Qualifications Graduation from an accredited college or university with a bachelor's degree. plus Four years' professional experience in purchasing a variety of commodities and writing original specifications, including at least (1) one year purchasing complex or highly technical equipment. (Additional experience may be substituted on a year-for-year basis up to a maximum of four years for the required education. Education beyond a bachelor's degree may be substituted on a year-for-year basis up to a maximum of two years for the required experience. Designation as a Certified Associate Contracts Manager (CACM) or Certified Professional Public Buyer (CPPB) may be substituted for one year of the required education or experience. Designation as a Certified Public Purchasing Officer (CPPO), Certified Purchasing Manager (C.P.M.), or Certified Professional Contracts Manager (CPCM) may be substituted for two years of the required education or experience.) Proof of Licenses, Certifications and Education Applicants are required to submit proof of licenses, certifications and education beyond high school to meet the required and preferred qualifications of the position. Diplomas or transcripts must show the applicant's major field of study. Copies and unofficial transcripts are acceptable. Failure to submit proof of Licenses, Certifications and Education will result in your application not being considered. Proof of licenses, certifications, and/or education must be submitted with each application. Proof of Degree Equivalency Applicants who have obtained a degree from outside the United States of America are required to submit degree equivalence documentation from World Education Services, Inc. () Mail or deliver documents to: ATTN: Senior Buyer Office of Human Resources Baltimore County Government 308 Allegheny Ave. Towson, MD 21204 You MUST attach your transcript(s) or license(s) to your application.EXAMINATION PROCEDURE Applicants will be qualified based on an evaluation of their training and experience, as stated on their application, which includes answers to the supplemental questions. Applicants must state the dates and duties of past and present experience clearly and completely for evaluation purposes. Conditions of Employment Physical and Environmental Conditions These positions are essentially sedentary with occasional standing, walking, lifting, or other restricted physical activities. Employment Background Investigation Applicants selected for employment with Baltimore County must successfully complete an employment investigation, including, but not limited to criminal background, education, and fingerprinting checks. Employment Benefits for Full-Time, Merit or Classified Employees Baltimore County General Government offers the following benefits to full-time,merit or classified employees. Some benefits vary for sworn employees of the Police and Fire Departments. New employees are eligible for benefits upon hire, unless noted otherwise. Equal Opportunity Employer Baltimore County is an equal opportunity employer and encourages minority, female and disabled applicants. Smoke free workplace All Baltimore County offices are smoke free. Drug free workplace Baltimore County provides a drug free workplace. Prospective employees are required to submit to urinalysis drug testing as part of the pre-employment physical examination. SalaryAnnual Salary review - Step increases may be granted on anniversary date based on satisfactory job performance General Increases - Cost of living increases and adjustments may be granted as legislated. Longevity Increases - In accordance with the specific pay schedule, a full-time merit or classified employee may receive a longevity increase, equivalent to one step, upon completion of a certain number of years of classified service with the County. Employee Assistance Program Our Employee Assistance Program provides confidential and professional assessment and referral assistance for employees and eligible dependents in the household who are experiencing personal problems that may be affecting work performance, job satisfaction, or overall quality of life. Health Insurance Health Insurance benefits elected become effective the first day of the month following the date of hire if the employee has completed online enrollment prior to that date. New employees must enroll within thirty (30) calendar days of hire. Plans offered include: Medical, Prescription, Dental and Vision insurance. Flexible Spending Accounts Opportunity to set aside pre-tax dollars, through payroll deduction, for eligible unreimbursed medical care expenses and/or dependent care costs. Life Insurance Employees may elect basic term life insurance for themselves equal to one time the employee's annual salary, rounded to the next higher $1,000. Employees contribute a portion of the premium through monthly payroll deductions. The County also offers an Additional/Employee paid Life Insurance plan with coverage up to $100,000. Retirement Employees are required to participate in the Baltimore County Employees' Retirement System (ERS), with very limited exceptions. Paid Leave Paid benefits listed below vary depending upon the Classification. Sick Leave Vacation Leave Personal Leave Holidays Bereavement Leave Jury Leave Military LeaveBaltimore County Employees Federal Credit Union Membership in Baltimore County Employees Federal Credit Union offers a full range of savings programs, loans, checking, direct deposit, payroll deduction, savings bonds, and other financial services. Direct Deposit Payroll through direct deposit to the financial institution selected by employee is required. Educational Assistance 70 to 80 percent tuition reimbursement following successful completion of pre-approved courses related to position. Amount of reimbursement and fiscal year dollar limitations vary with bargaining group. Deferred Compensation Nationwide Retirement Solutions offers a 457 retirement plan allowing for payroll contributions of tax deferred dollars to investment options of your choice. Disclaimer This is only a summary of benefits and policies in Baltimore County. Any benefit or policy may be changed at any time at the discretion of the administration. This summary does not constitute an express or implied contract, nor does it constitute a guarantee that your employment relationship will continue for any specified period of time or end only under certain conditions. 01 The purpose of the supplemental questions listed below is to further evaluate your experience and education to determine your eligibility for this job classification. Answer each question accurately and thoroughly. To be considered for this position, the experience you indicate in your responses to the supplemental questions must also be described, in detail, on the Work History/Experience section of this application. Questions with text answers require you to include the name of the employer/organization and dates of the specific experience. I have read and acknowledge the above instructions. 02 Failure to complete all fields of the "Work Experience/History" section of the application will result in your application not being considered. A resume will not be considered in determining your qualifications for this position. Applicants selected for an interview may provide a resume at that time. I have read and acknowledge the above statement. 03 The position you are applying for requires proof of education and/or licenses beyond high school in order to qualify. You must submit this proof as instructed on the job posting. If you do not submit the transcript(s) or license(s) by the closing date, your application will not be considered further. I have read and acknowledge the above instructions. 04 Do you possess the following certifications? Check all that apply. Certified Associate Contracts Manager (CACM) Certified Professional Public Buyer (CPPB) Certified Public Purchasing Officer (CPPO) Certified Purchasing Manager (C.P.M.) Certified Professional Contracts Manager (CPCM) I do not possess any of the above certifications. 05 Do you have experience mentoring procurement staff in your current position or a past position? Yes No 06 Provide specific example(s) of the experience you cited in the previous question. Include the employer(s) and date(s) you performed these duties. Be certain that this experience is also described, in detail, on the Work History/Experience section of this application. If you chose "No" in the previous question, respond by entering N/A to this question. Required Question

Created: 2026-03-04