Purchasing Agent

Description:

The Purchasing Agent implements procurement strategy and policies and provides support to NABSD department managers by obtaining requested goods and services. The incumbent purchases and manages basic category(s) or a narrow range of retail and food service merchandise, which includes participating in market planning, stock assortment determination, items selection, pricing, vendor negotiation, and delivery. The incumbent is also responsible for the administration of the purchase card program.

Requirements:

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS and ABILITIES (KSAs) requirements for this position are as follows:
** Your application must include narratives for each KSA, using specific examples to demonstrate your qualifications and experience.
1. Incumbent must have at least one (1) year of specialized purchasing/procurement experience in a professional office setting. Experience should include tasks such as budget management, travel coordination, scheduling, and customer service. Experience working in a federal purchasing/procurement office preferred.
2. Must be knowledgeable in federal, departmental, and local laws, regulations, and procedures applicable to contracting procedures, methods and contract types, including BPAs, BOAs, purchase orders and purchase cards. Experience as a federal purchase card holder is preferred.
3. Incumbent must have the Department of Defense (DOD) certification and/or the ability to acquire a NAF contracting warrant or APF transferable warrant, or be a qualified DoD Contracting Officer Representative. Experience working in a Purchasing/Procurement role in one of the following areas preferred: catering event/food truck industry, and/or vehicle and inventory management.
4. Must be able to communicate orally and in writing; and possess skill in developing and maintaining professional working relationships with contractors, vendors, and co-workers.
5. Incumbent must be proficient with Google Suite, MS Office Suite, PowerPoint. Experience preparing and analyzing reports, and recommending corrective actions preferred.