PURCHASING AGENT III - 67013780

Requisition No: 885955 Agency: Agency for Persons with Disabilities Working Title: PURCHASING AGENT III - 67013780 Pay Plan: Career Service Position Number: 67013780 Salary: $58,000.02 to $62,000.12 Annually Posting Closing Date: 10/27/2026 Total Compensation Estimator Tool AGENCY FOR PERSONS WITH DISABILITIES POSITION: Purchasing Agent III - Career Service WORKING TITLE: Purchasing Agent III POSITION NUMBER: 67013780 STATE PERSONNEL ONLY OPPORTUNITY- ONLY CURRENT STATE PERSONNEL SYSTEM EMPLOYEES WILL BE ELIGIBLE This posting may close before the posted closing date. CANDIDATE POOL: Future vacancies may be filled from this advertisement for a period of up to six months. This position is not a Telework position. The Benefits of Working for the State of Florida Working for the State of Florida is more than a paycheck. The State’s total compensation package for eligible employees features a highly competitive set of employee benefits, including: Annual and Sick Leave benefits. Nine paid holidays and one Personal Holiday each year. State Group Insurance coverage options, including health, life, dental, vision, and other supplemental insurance options. Retirement plan options, including employer contributions ( Flexible Spending Accounts. Tuition waivers. And more! For a more complete list of benefits, visit www.mybenefits.myflorida.com. Paid Maternity and Parental Leave. The Agency seeks team members who contribute to a culture that develops individuals and strengthens teams through transparency and a commitment to professional growth. Team members are expected to provide exceptional customer service, demonstrate humility, recognize and share credit with others, remain self-motivated, and exercise sound judgment and awareness in team interactions and group dynamics. This position with APD will serve staff and management across the Agency. Your work will impact the workplace culture, our community, and the population we serve as we continuously strive to achieve the Agency’s mission. Responses to the qualifying questions are required and must be verifiable based on your submitted application, and “see resume” will not be considered an acceptable response. SALARY RANGE $58,000.02 - $62,000.12 Annually $2,230.77 - $2,384.62 Bi-weekly Position Summary This position serves as a Purchasing Agent III in the Bureau of General Services and Procurement. This position requires a natural interest in exploring innovative solutions, stay up to date on procurement laws and continuously seek to improve procurement processes. The Work You Will Do The day-to-day responsibilities for this position include providing support for a variety of procurement projects and assisting in developing competitive solicitations including Invitations to Bid (ITBs), Requests for Proposals (RFPs), Invitations to Negotiation (ITNs), and Requests for Information (RFIs). This role will ensure that all specified sourcing strategies strictly align with established policies, procedures, formats, and deadlines. This position will also provide assistance to the Chief of General Services and Procurement on various Agency projects. Prepares and processes purchase requisitions, purchase orders (POs). Solicits price quotes, bids, and proposals in accordance with Florida Statutes (e.g., Chapter 287, F.S.). Reviews and evaluates vendor bids and quotes for accuracy, cost, and compliance. Conducts market research to identify potential suppliers and evaluate pricing trends. Coordinates with the assigned unit to identify procurement needs and timelines. Minimum Qualifications High school diploma or GED; associate or bachelor’s degree in business, public administration, or a related field preferred. Three (3) years of professional purchasing or procurement experience in a governmental setting. Familiarity with Florida purchasing statutes and rules (especially Ch. 60A-1, F.A.C.). Preferred Qualifications Florida Certified Contract Manager (FCCM). Florida Ce…

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