Job ID: AW58451522
Location: Houston, TX
Category: Office & Professional
Employment Type: Contract
Date Added: 02/02/2026
Buyer| $20.00 – $22.00 per hr. | Onsite | Full-Time | 3-4 Month Contract | Downtown Area 77002
What Matters Most
- Competitive Pay of $20.00 – $22.00 per hour
- Full-Time, In-Person Role
- Location: Houston, TX
- 3-4 Month Contract (with potential to extend)
- Weekly Pay with direct deposit or pay card
- When you work through The Reserves Network, you are eligible to enroll in dental, vision, and medical insurance as well as 401K, direct deposit, and our referral bonus program
Job Summary:
A large educational institution in Downtown Houston is seeking a Buyer to support their procurement operations. In this role, you will review client department requests for relevance and evaluate justification/input documents submitted by client departments to assess appropriateness.
Responsibilities:
- Prepare responses to requests from Supervisor and/or Director & Administration.
- Under the direction of the Supervisor and/or Director, provide guidance to System Departments regarding procurement processes.
- Provide technical expertise regarding appropriate procurement methods, scopes of services, market research, evaluation criteria and associated weighting, and specific terms and conditions of purchase.
- Conduct industry and product market research (including issuing Requests for Information) to identify alternative sources of supply.
- Prepare solicitations to promote an open, fair, and competitive selection process.
- Handle acquisitions of varying degrees of complexity, prepare solicitation and award documents, including Summary of Procurements and agenda items as needed.
- Serve as a non-voting Chairperson of Evaluation Committees to ensure an effective, transparent, unambiguous, and fair process.
- Review requests for non-competitive solicitations (sole sources) and recommend specification changes to eliminate all artificial barriers that may limit or reduce competition.
- Prepare for and participate with Supervisor and/or Director in any protest hearings.
- Coordinate the inclusion of Small Business participation in accordance with current policy and procedures and participate in Small Business events.
- Prepare supplemental agreements, contract modifications and change orders.
- Attend meetings and functions, including delivering presentations as directed by Supervisor and/or Director.
- Perform other duties, tasks and assignments as required
Qualifications and Requirements:
- Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in:
- Business Administration
- Public Administration
- Supply Chain Management
- Finance, or related field
(Equivalent work experience in public procurement may substitute)
Experience
- 1–3 years of experience in public sector procurement, purchasing, or contracting
- Experience with preparing solicitations (RFQs, RFPs, IFBs)
Benefits and Perks:
- $20.00 – $22.00 per hr.
- Medical, dental, and vision benefits via agency
- 401K and holiday pay
- Career advancement opportunities in a leadership role
- Training and professional development support
Your New Organization:
A trusted public sector institution serving the Houston, Texas community. Known for its commitment to transparency, accountability, and excellence in financial stewardship, this organization plays a key role in managing public funds and supporting long-term financial health.
A trusted public sector institution serving the Houston, Texas community. Known for its commitment to transparency, accountability, and excellence in financial stewardship, this organization plays a key role in managing public funds and supporting long-term financial health.
Your Career Partner:
The Reserves Network, a veteran-founded and family-owned company, specializes in connecting exceptional talent with rewarding opportunities. With extensive industry experience, we are dedicated to helping you achieve your professional goals and shine in your field. The Reserves Network values diversity and encourages applicants from all backgrounds to apply. As an equal-opportunity employer, we foster an environment of respect, integrity, and trust in every aspect of employment.
The Reserves Network, a veteran-founded and family-owned company, specializes in connecting exceptional talent with rewarding opportunities. With extensive industry experience, we are dedicated to helping you achieve your professional goals and shine in your field. The Reserves Network values diversity and encourages applicants from all backgrounds to apply. As an equal-opportunity employer, we foster an environment of respect, integrity, and trust in every aspect of employment.
The base pay range for this position is $20.00–$22.00, excluding benefits, bonuses, or other compensation. Your final compensation will depend on your skills, qualifications, experience, location, and internal pay equity. Please note, hiring at the top of the range is uncommon to allow room for future growth.
