Senior Buyer, Information Technology

OUC - The Reliable One, is presently seeking a Senior Buyer, Information Technology, to join the Financial & Support Services division. We are looking for a strategic, tech-savvy procurement professional to drive IT sourcing initiatives that power OUC’s innovation and digital transformation. In this role, you’ll lead complex technology procurements, manage RFPs, ITNs, negotiate contracts, and partner with IT leadership to secure solutions that advance organizational goals. We’re seeking a collaborative influencer who excels at vendor strategy, cost optimization, and stakeholder partnership.

OUC is an industry leader and the second largest municipal utility in Florida committed to innovation, sustainability, and our community, OUC’s mission is to provide exceptional value to our customers and community by delivering sustainable and reliable services and solutions.

Join a team of visionary Change Agents, Strategists, and Community Ambassadors who understand the vital role of diverse experiences in powering creativity and industry transformation. At OUC, each position contributes to the success and achievement of our goals. Click here to learn more about what we do.

The ideal candidate will have:

•  Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Business, Accounting, Engineering, or related area of study from an accredited college or university (required)
• Minimum of six (6) years of experience working in Purchasing, Supply Chain or directly related field (required).
• Minimum of three (3) years of IT related strategic sourcing and procurement experience.
• Experience with administering complex purchasing projects and negotiations (preferred).
• Industry standard certification such as CPPB, CPSM, CPP (preferred).

OUC offers a very competitive compensation and benefits package. Our Total Rewards package includes, to cite a few:

Competitive compensation

Low-cost medical, dental, and vision benefits and paid life insurance premiums with no probationary period.

OUC’s Hybrid Retirement Program includes a fully funded cash balance account, defined contribution with employer matching along with a health reimbursement account

Generous paid vacation, holidays, and sick time

Paid parental leave

Educational Assistance Program, to include tuition reimbursement, paid memberships in professional associations, paid conference and training opportunities

Wellness incentives and free access to all on-site OUC fitness facilities 

Access to family-oriented recreational areas

Paid Conference and Training Opportunities

Hybrid work schedule

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Salary Range: $88,000 - $110,000 annually - commensurate with experience

Location: Reliable Plaza - 100 W. Anderson Street, 32801

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States at the time of application. This organization does not offer or sponsor employment visas for internship or full-time positions. 

Please see below a complete Job description for this position.

Job Purpose:

Manage procurement of supplies, equipment, materials and services in the most cost-effective manner that supports the strategy of the department and the commission. Oversee complex, specialized, and non-routine purchasing processes in accordance with OUC policies and procedures. Provides consultation to internal stakeholders, performs negotiations on behalf of the commission, and develops effective professional relationships with both internal and external customers such as suppliers and departments.

Primary Functions:

• Receive, review, understand specifications and make recommendations on process, requirements and modifications to any terms or specifications;
• Evaluate Request for Quote (RFQ), Request for Proposal (RFP), Invitation to Negotiate (ITN) and Invitation to Bid (ITB) from suppliers and make recommendations to management during the process; notify suppliers of award and complete contract(s);
• Partner with various internal teams and engage with external suppliers for purchasing supplies, equipment, materials, and services that are complex, specialized or non-routine;
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