Buyer Assistant (226 Days)

• Organize and assist with routine activities within procurement services. 
• Provide quality and timely customer service to employees, vendors and the general public. 
• Assist in preparing and processing contracts, purchase requisitions and contract files as assigned. 
• Assist with the maintenance and organization of an accurate and efficient filing system for proposal and contract files within procurement services. 
• Type and edit documents and correspondence, including but not limited forms, proposals, contracts, general letters, board documents, proposal tabulations and other written communications. 
• Respond to inquiries from public, vendors and employees in an accurate, knowledgeable and efficient manner, bringing to the attention of the director those that cannot be handled. 
• Detect, research and assist with the resolution of problems in the area of contract services and procurement. 
• Assist with the collection of required documentation for audits and public information requests. 
• Provide regular feedback to the director regarding the status of projects and issues. 
• Provides support to the Buyers as needed. 
• Provide support for the District’s small business participation goals. 

• Attend staff development meetings, information sessions, and continuing education seminars as directed. 

   

• Provide backup support to Procurement Services reception desk and phone inquiries. 
• Performs all other tasks and duties as assigned. 

• Accredited High School diploma; Bachelor’s degree a preferred or equivalent combination of education and experience. 
• Three years of related experience 
• Task oriented self-starter with minimal supervision. 
• Ability to work on multiple projects and perform with a high degree of accuracy. 
• Problem solving/investigative skills to research and respond to inquiries. 
• Ability to interact effectively with all levels of district personnel and vendors. 
• Ability to work with frequent interruptions and meet established deadlines. 
• Strong organizational, communication, customer service and interpersonal skills. 
• Proficiency in keyboarding, word processing, spreadsheets, and file maintenance. 
• Proficiency in computer software programs, such as Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) and Oracle. 
• Excellent verbal communication skills and writing ability. 

Job Details
Work Locations: Procurement Services, 9400 N CENTRAL EXPRESSWAY, SUITE 1510, Dallas, 75231
Job: Buyer Assistant-Purchasing
Schedule: Full-time
Minimum Salary: 52,550.00
Median Salary: 67485.00
Job Posting: Sep 24, 2026