Services Procurement Purchaser III

Join the Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC) and be part of a team committed to creating a positive impact in the lives of fellow Texans. At HHSC, your contributions matter, and we support you at each stage of your life and work journey. Our comprehensive benefits package includes 100% paid employee health insurance for full-time eligible employees, a defined benefit pension plan, generous time off benefits, numerous opportunities for career advancement and more. Explore more details on the Benefits of Working at HHS webpage. Functional Title: Services Procurement Purchaser III Job Title: Purchaser III Agency: Health & Human Services Comm Department: Purchasing - Consolidated 2 Posting Number: 23046 Closing Date: 11/18/2026 Posting Audience: Internal and External Occupational Category: Business and Financial Operations Salary Range: $3,581.33 - $4,416.67 Pay Frequency: Monthly Salary Group: TEXAS-B-17 Shift: Day Additional Shift: Telework: Travel: Regular/Temporary: Regular Full Time/Part Time: Full time FLSA Exempt/Non-Exempt: Nonexempt Facility Location: Job Location City: AUSTIN Job Location Address: 1100 W 49TH ST (DHSB) Other Locations: MOS Codes: 0402,3002,3006,3010,3043,3044,4100,4130,4133,6602,6604,6672,8057,8058,8059,8060,8061,8640,20C0,21RX 2G0X1,2S0X1,310X,36A,36B,4A1X1,51C,51Z,60C0,62S0,63A,63AX,63G0,63S0,651X,6C0X1,751X,89A,90A,920A 920B,92A,92Y,92Z,FIN10,F&S,LS,LSS,SEI16,SK Brief Job Description: HHSC Procurement and Contracting Services (PCS) is looking for a candidate for the Purchaser III position. The Purchaser III is a journey-level procurement position that performs purchasing and procurement work involving purchasing and procuring goods and services in accordance with procurement policies, procedures, guides, and state laws. Works under general supervision, with moderate latitude for the use of initiative and independent judgment. Essential Job Functions (EJFs): Attends work on a regular and predictable schedule in accordance with agency leave policy. (15%) Reviews assigned requisitions and enters required information in procurement system of records while using status reports to monitor progress and ensure deadlines are met. (15%) Assists with procurements using the most applicable and cost-effective purchasing methods based on laws, rules, policies and established guidelines. (15%) Maintains timely compliance by uploading complete procurement files to system of records and responding promptly to quality reviews or audits. (15%) Identifies bidders, evaluates information supplied by bidders, and tabulates bids and orders to determine lowest and most qualified bids or bids that provide best value. (15%) Utilizes system reports to monitor and achieve volume targets and maintains all required documentation supporting transactions. (10%) Collaborates with warehouse, accounting, and agency staff on purchase order issues, responds to communications within required timelines, and may provide guidance on purchasing policies and procedures. (10%) Delivers excellent customer service in alignment with the PCS Core Customer Service Principles by being responsive, transparent, courteous, consistent, resourceful, and committed to continuous improvement. (5%) Performs other duties as assigned, such as participating in procurement related workgroups, events, and special projects. Provides support for the agency’s disaster response and recovery and Business Continuity Plan activation. Completes agency required training, within required timeline. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (KSAs): Working knowledge of state and federal laws and regulations governing state purchasing and systems such as HHS’s Centralized Accounting and Payroll/Personnel System (CAPPS) Financials and System of Contract Operation and Reporting (SCOR). Working knowledge of purchasing and procurement methods and procedures. Working knowledge of state of Texas procurement principles and practices, assigned commodities and products o…

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