PURCHASING AGENT

Created at: January 15, 2025 01:11

Company: United States Space Force

Location: Patrick AFB, FL, 32925

Job Description:

About the position: This position will be assigned to the Resource Management Flight. This position includes the opportunity to enroll in Health and Life Insurance, 401K and Retirement, Annual and Sick Leave. The position is a temporary position and will not exceed one year.
Who May Apply: Open to everyone. Applicants will be categorized by preference(s) and/or priority consideration eligibilities. An applicant's eligibility will be determined based on eligibility claimed in the questionnaire and proof of eligibility MUST be provided with application by the closing date, 02/14/2025 Business Based Action, Military Spouse Preference, Outside Applicant Veteran, Spouse/Widow/Parent of Veteran, and Transition Hiring Preference In order to qualify, you must meet the experience requirements described below. 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). You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. Your resume must clearly describe your relevant experience; if the position allows for qualifying based on education, your transcripts will be required as part of your application. Qualifying Experience: Experience which provides a basic understanding of the rules, regulations, practices, and procedures used in purchasing work; knowledge of common business practices with respect to prices, discounts, and deliveries; and skill in locating sources of supply. Must possess basic computer skills, basic word processing procedures and function keys to support office operations and produce a variety of documents such as forms, letters, entering date into a predefined spreadsheet or database. Must be familiar with personal computer applications such as Windows, MS Work, Excel, Access, and the Internet. Skill in typing; a qualified typist is requiring. Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing. Must possess skill in dealing with customers and the public. You will be evaluated on the basis of your level of competency in the following areas:
Applicants will be reviewed and referred on the following dates: Jan 24, 2025, Feb 2, 2025, and closing on Feb 14, 2025. Announcement will close once position is filled. Purchases a variety of retail items from authorized sources through informal, verbal open-market purchases. Purchases are usually standard retail items, well-advertised and well known. Contacts requisitioning personnel to clarify unclear information or to advise of delivery schedules or price changes, and to obtain approval for purchase of substitute items, and to ensure availability of funds. Performs various general clerical duties in support of the purchasing operation. Using an automated system with commonly available software prepares standard portions of contract documents and recurring special reports in prescribed formats. Contacts vendor representatives to obtain information on items to be purchased. Performs other related duties as assigned. If interested in applying for this position you may preview the online application: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12668072


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