Purchasing Agent - Supply Chain Management

$49,049 - $63,766/Yr

United States Department of Veterans Affairs - Aurora, CO

Part-time,Full-time - Entry Level

Onsite - Aurora, CO

Administration of Human Resource Programs

About the position

The Purchasing Agent for the Logistics Service at the VA Eastern Colorado Health Care System in Aurora, CO, is responsible for acquiring supplies, services, and construction through various purchasing methods. This role requires a solid understanding of federal regulations, procurement processes, and commercial supply sources to ensure efficient and compliant purchasing operations.

Responsibilities

• Interprets and applies federal regulations such as FAR and VAAR.
• Conducts purchasing under the micro purchase threshold for equipment, supplies, and services.
• Reviews and edits purchase requests for accuracy and completeness.
• Makes purchases involving specialized and commercial requirements.
• Performs program analysis functions related to procurement.
• Coordinates sources of supplies and acceptable substitutions.
• Utilizes various computer programs and databases to complete tasks.
• Tracks obligations and monitors expenditures throughout the procurement cycle.
• Conducts open market research for routine purchases.
• Examines incoming procurement requests for completeness and accuracy.
• Performs contract administration for various procurement transactions.
• Maintains recurring service agreements and provides customer service to medical staff and vendors.
• Produces reports and spreadsheets as needed.

Requirements

• U.S. Citizenship is required to apply for this job.
• Selective Service Registration is required for males born after 12/31/1959.
• Must be able to serve a probationary period if required.
• Subject to background/security investigation.
• Participation in the seasonal influenza vaccination program is required.
• Participation in the COVID-19 vaccination program is required.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience with automated computerized supply/inventory management systems.
• Familiarity with spreadsheet and word-processing software such as MS Word and Excel.

Benefits

• Comprehensive benefits package as a federal employee.
• Access to a range of benefits designed for federal careers.