Job Openings at the New Mexico Tourism Department
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Salary
$23.07 - $36.91 Hourly
$47,989 - $76,782 Annually
This position is a Pay Band 65
Posting Details
The New Mexico Tourism Department staff promote New Mexico as the top destination for venturesome travelers, build the New Mexico True brand, unify and lead industry partners and inspire in-state advocacy and pride. As New Mexico travel ambassadors, the staff maintains newmexico.org, newmexicomagazine.org, and nmtourism.org as resources for tourism information, news, research, and industry-partnership opportunities.
Why does the job exist?
The Purchasing Agent is responsible for the procurement of goods and services according to the Procurement Code and NMTD's policies and procedures.
How does it get done?
The Purchasing Agent will draft contracts and amendments in consultation with the Chief Procurement Officer (CPO), General Counsel and/or Program Managers for internal contract processes and for the submission to State Purchasing Division and/or Contracts Review Bureau. Creates all purchasing documents including SHARE Requisition, Purchase Orders (PO), Contract Module, and the entire electronic contract packets, etc. Maintains current and accurate contract files; collaborates closely with Program Managers to ensure contract services and/or deliverables are performed timely and satisfactory before payment is issued. Drafts Request for Proposals (RFP) and collaborates with Chief Procurement Officer, General Counsel and or Program Managers until the RFP is finalized for published release. Assists and guides the RFP evaluation committee to ensure processes are followed. Assists in preparing the Evaluation Report with committee recommendations and collaborates with Chief Procurement Officer and/or General Counsel during the contract negotiations for the resulting procurement and award. Creates Internal Purchase Requisitions (IPR), ensures accuracy of accounting string and budget availability before routing for approval. Converts Internal Purchase Requisitions into a Purchase Order, maintains and monitors life cycle of Purchase Orders, ensuring contract term and/or year-end closing procedures are followed to ensure any available budget is disencumbered.
Who are the customers?
- The Tourism Department
- The Tourism Industry
- The State of New Mexico and citizens
Ideal Candidate
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills with proven negotiation skills;
- Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills;
- Excellent organization skills and attention to detail;
- Thorough understanding of the NM Procurement Code,
- Proficient with Oracle PeopleSoft, SHARE software; and
- Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite and related software.
Minimum Qualification
Bachelor's degree in Business or Accounting and Finance and two (2) years of experience in accounting, finance, purchasing, procurement, and/or warehouse clerking. Any combination of education from an accredited college or university in a related field and/or direct experience in this occupation totaling six (6) years may substitute for the required education and experience.
Purchasing Agent
Salary
$23.07 - $36.91 Hourly
$47,989 - $76,782 Annually
The Purchasing Agent will draft contracts and amendments in consultation with the Chief Procurement Officer (CPO), General Counsel and/or Program Managers for internal contract processes and for the submission to State Purchasing Division and/or Contracts Review Bureau. Creates all purchasing documents including SHARE Requisition, Purchase Orders (PO), Contract Module, and the entire electronic contract packets, etc. Maintains current and accurate contract files; collaborates closely with Program Managers to ensure contract services and/or deliverables are performed timely and satisfactory before payment is issued. Drafts Request for Proposals (RFP) and collaborates with Chief Procurement Officer, General Counsel and or Program Managers until the RFP is finalized for published release. Assists and guides the RFP evaluation committee to ensure processes are followed. Assists in preparing the Evaluation Report with committee recommendations and collaborates with Chief Procurement Officer and/or General Counsel during the contract negotiations for the resulting procurement and award. Creates Internal Purchase Requisitions (IPR), ensures accuracy of accounting string and budget availability before routing for approval. Converts Internal Purchase Requisitions into a Purchase Order, maintains and monitors life cycle of Purchase Orders, ensuring contract term and/or year-end closing procedures are followed to ensure any available budget is disencumbered.
This position closes February 17, 2025.
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