USAJOBS · 1 month ago
Purchasing Agent (Logistics)
Marion, Indiana, USA
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
$45K/yr - $59K/yr
1+ years expUSAJOBS is seeking a Purchasing Agent for the Department of Veterans Affairs. The role involves conducting purchasing for a VA Medical Center, ensuring compliance with federal procurement laws, and providing procurement and administrative support.
ConsultingGovernmentHuman ResourcesInformation TechnologyInternetStaffing Agency
No H1B
U.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Reviews and edits purchase requests to ensure the item or service is adequately described based on the requester's need
Ensures all information has been provided and the request is consistent with legal requirements
Obtains necessary product information, price information and procedures for written or verbal purchase orders
Utilizes different ordering, reporting procedures, and purchasing methods depending on the type quantity, dollar value, and urgency of the requirement
Review Fund Control Points and verify the running balances to ensure procurement obligations are complete and approved prior to placing orders
Represents the VA in discussions with vendors/contractors to obtain agreement on micro purchases and vendor/contractor compliance
Monitor vendor performance through personal contact, review progress reports, and discuss reasons for delays, failures, or price changes
Tracks obligations/commitments and monitors expenditures to support recurring budget forecasts and identify potential fraud, waste and abuse based on procurement history and purchase trends
Procures supplies and services to meet the purchase, rental, or lease needs of the organization
Conducts open market research for purchases of routine equipment, supplies, and services
Retrieves documents from files to extract information for use in compiling reports and resolving discrepancies
Conducting open market research and sole source small purchases for highly specialized medical items with critical product requirements
Utilizes various web-based applications to identify required sources of supply
Serves as the first line of contact for medical staff and customers in regard to procured items
Provides clerical support and coordination to approving officials and administrators
Performs a variety of receptionist, timekeeping, record keeping and miscellaneous duties in medical facility
Qualification
Required
Must be a U.S. Citizen to apply for this job
Selective Service Registration is required for males born after 12/31/1959
Subject to background/security investigation
Selected applicants will be required to complete an online onboarding process
Participation in the seasonal influenza vaccination program is a requirement for all Department of Veterans Affairs Health Care Personnel (HCP)
Time-In-Grade Requirement: Applicants who are current Federal employees and have held a GS grade any time in the past 52 weeks must also meet time-in-grade requirements by the closing date of this announcement
For a GS-6 position you must have served 52 weeks at the GS-5
Specialized Experience: You must have one year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the next lower grade GS-05 in the normal line of progression for the occupation in the organization
Specialized experience must meet the following: Manage and or oversee purchase orders
You will be rated on the following Competencies for this position: Clerical, Computer Skills, Customer Service (Clerical/Technical), Manages Resources
Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations
Physical Requirements: Requires some physical effort such as standing, sitting, walking, or bending
Work Environment: The work is performed in an office setting involving everyday risks or discomforts
Education: There is no educational substitution at this grade level
Benefits
A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package.
Eligibility for benefits depends on the type of position you hold and whether your position is full-time, part-time or intermittent.
Company
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