Working Title: Buyer- Procurement Coordinator
Job Class: Buyer 2
Agency: Minnesota Department of Agriculture
Job ID : 95159
Location : St. Paul
Telework Eligible : Yes - Hybrid
Full/Part Time : Full-Time
Regular/Temporary : Unlimited
Who May Apply : Open to all qualified job seekers
Date Posted : 06/29/2026
Closing Date : 07/13/2026
Hiring Agency/Seniority Unit : Minnesota Department of Agriculture
Division/Unit : Pesticide and Fertilizer Management Division / Operations Unit
Work Shift/Work Hours : Day Shift / 8:00 a.m. -4:30 p.m.
Days of Work : Monday - Friday
Travel Required : No
Salary Range: $26.89 - $39.22 / hourly; $56,146 - $81,891 / annually
Classified Status : Classified
Bargaining Unit/Union : 214 - MN Assoc of Professional Empl/MAPE
FLSA Status : Nonexempt
Designated in Connect 700 Program for Applicants with Disabilities (https://mn.gov/mmb/careers/diverse-workforce/people-with-disabilities/connect700/) : Yes
The work you'll do is more than just a job.
At the State of Minnesota, employees play a critical role in developing policies, providing essential services, and working to improve the well-being and quality of life for all Minnesotans. The State of Minnesota is committed to equity and inclusion, and invests in employees by providing benefits, support resources, and training and development opportunities.
This position requires an employee to be onsite at 625 Robert Street North, St. Paul, Minnesota at least 50% of the time, with some opportunity to perform work from a telework location.
This position coordinates and performs a variety of complex procurement functions in the acquisition of a wide variety of goods and services needed to effectively serve and meet the needs of the employees, clients and business partners of the Minnesota Department of Agriculture. This position serves as the subject matter expert in division procurement and is responsible for the purchase of a wide variety of scientific, environmental, and other materials, supplies, and equipment for the Pesticide and Fertilizer Management Division (PFMD). This includes the writing of detailed specifications, evaluating bid responses, vendor management, representing the division in statewide procurement initiatives, and providing mentoring support to the PFMD procurement team. This position will determine the suitability of goods and services in relation to price, quality and value, while maintaining compliance with all policies, procurement laws and statutes set forth by the agency and/or the Department of Administration, Office of State Procurement. In addition to the actual procurement tasks, this position will also be responsible for the associated tasks of order management/tracking, reconciliation, invoice routing/approval and end of fiscal year close. This position provides lead work direction to PFMD procurement staff and performs related work as required.
Minimum Qualifications
To facilitate proper years of service crediting, please ensure that your resume clearly describes your experience in the areas listed and indicates the beginning and ending month and year for each job held.
One year of experience in purchasing, developing/evaluating specifications, and issuing purchase orders/contracts.
Excellent customer service and human relations skills sufficient to interact respectfully, courteously, and professionally with stakeholders of various backgrounds to positively represent Agriculture.
Organizational skills to manage, track, report, and perform data entry relevant to procurement transactions, using basic web applications and Microsoft Office Suite including Outlook, Word, and Excel.
Skills in accounting and math to accurately prepare orders and review invoicing.
Must currently possess and maintain Authorized Local Purchasing (ALP) certification at the $25,000 level or attend training and obtain ALP certification within six (6) months of appointment to the position.
The ability to celebrate diversity and a strong commitment to a respectful and inclusive work environment.
Preferred Qualifications
Bachelor's degree or higher with a business administration or closely related field focus.
Direct experience demonstrating the ability to interpret, apply, and communicate governmental procurement laws, policies, and procedures.
Direct experience in obtaining competitive bids, locating sources of supply, and cost analysis.
Demonstrated experience with organizational skills to manage, track, report, and perform data entry relevant to procurement transactions, using basic web applications and Microsoft Office Suite including Outlook, Word, and Excel.
Direct experience with environmental and scientific procurement.
Direct experience with using DocuSign or other electronic routing software.
Direct experience verifying purchase orders, matching prices, and ensuring invoices are paid in an accurate and timely manner.
Physical Requirements
This position requires the physical dexterity that permits standing, kneeling, bending, and stretching, and climbing up and down steps, lifting objects and traversing slippery/uneven surfaces. This position must perform routine office tasks such as sitting, reading, examining documents, and viewing a computer for long periods of time. This position requires twisting, turning, and lifting to 40 pounds.
Additional Requirements
The Minnesota Department of Agriculture will not sponsor applicants for work visas, including STEM OPT extensions. All applicants must be legally authorized to work in the US.
A job offer will be contingent upon successfully passing a background check. It is the policy of the Minnesota Department of Agriculture, as part of its hiring procedures, to conduct background checks on the finalist(s) for positions within the agency. The background check may consist of the following components:
SEMA4 Records Check (applies to current and former state employees only)
Employment Reference Check
Conflict of Interest Review
Criminal Background Check
AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Minnesota State Colleges and Universities is an Equal Opportunity employer/educator committed to the principles of diversity. We prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their race, sex, color, creed, religion, age, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or membership in a local commission as defined by law. As an affirmative action employer, we actively seek and encourage applications from women, minorities, persons with disabilities, and individuals with protected veteran status.
Reasonable accommodations will be made to all qualified applicants with disabilities. If you are an individual with a disability who needs assistance or cannot access the online job application system, please contact the job information line at 651-259-3637 or email careers@state.mn.us . Please indicate what assistance is needed.
