Telework Eligible

Yes

Major Duties

• Performs Pre-Award and Post-Award Acquisition functions on purchase orders.
• Performs evaluation of offers, comparative price analysis for reasonableness, and recommends award to the Contracting Officer.
• Review purchase request delivery time, minimum requirements, and proper item descriptions.
• Procures, parts, supplies and services, including those with unique aspects or critical characteristics, using a government purchase card (GPC).
• Assembles, reviews, and maintains procurement files.

Qualification Summary

To qualify for a Purchasing Agent your resume and supporting documentation must support: A. Specialized Experience: One year of specialized experience that equipped you with the particular competencies to successfully perform the duties of the position and is directly in or related to this position. To qualify at the GS-07 level, applicants must possess one year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-06 level or equivalent under other pay systems in the Federal service, military, or private sector. Applicants must meet eligibility requirements including minimum qualifications, and any other regulatory requirements by the cut-off/closing date of the announcement. Creditable specialized experience includes: Purchasing commercial supplies and/or services Practical knowledge of procurement or small purchase procedures, regulations, or policies Resolving discrepancies Communicating effectively verbally and in writing to customers, management, and vendors. Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional, philanthropic, religious, spiritual, community, student, social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment. You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience.