Purchaser (Media and Marketing)

Are you a skilled negotiator with a passion for media and marketing? Do you have a keen eye for identifying cost-saving opportunities and building strong relationships with vendors? If so, we have an exciting opportunity for you as a Purchaser at the State of Texas. In this role, you will play a vital role in procuring media and marketing services for our agency, ensuring that we are receiving the best value for our dollars. We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented individual with exceptional communication and organizational skills. Join our team and make a difference in promoting the state of Texas through effective media and marketing strategies.

1. Develop and maintain relationships with vendors and negotiate favorable terms and prices for media and marketing services.
2. Monitor market trends and identify new cost-saving opportunities for the agency.
3. Collaborate with internal teams to determine the media and marketing needs of the agency.
4. Create and manage purchase orders for media and marketing services.
5. Ensure timely delivery of goods and services by monitoring vendor performance.
6. Conduct research and analysis to evaluate vendor proposals and make recommendations to management.
7. Maintain accurate and organized records of all purchases and expenses.
8. Communicate effectively with vendors and internal stakeholders to resolve any issues or concerns.
9. Stay up-to-date with industry developments and best practices in media and marketing procurement.
10. Provide regular reports and updates on procurement activities to management.
11. Comply with all state and agency policies and procedures related to procurement.
12. Continuously review and improve purchasing processes to ensure efficiency and effectiveness.
13. Train and mentor junior staff members as needed.
14. Represent the agency in a professional and positive manner at all times.

According to JobzMall, the average salary range for a Purchaser (Media and Marketing) in Austin, TX, USA is $50,000 - $75,000 per year. This range may vary depending on factors such as the size and industry of the company, level of experience, and education level. Some companies may also offer additional benefits and bonuses.

Texas is a large state in the southern U.S. with deserts, pine forest and the Rio Grande, a river that forms its border with Mexico. In its biggest city, Houston, the Museum of Fine Arts houses works by well-known Impressionist and Renaissance painters, while Space Center Houston offers interactive displays engineered by NASA. Austin, the capital, is known for its eclectic music scene and LBJ Presidential Library.