Federal Purchasing Agent – Logistics & Medical Supplies, Telework

Veterans Health Administration; Aspinwall (Allegheny County); Hybrid; USD 47,000 - 61,000; Full time

Job summary

Veterans Health Administration within the Department of Veterans Affairs is seeking a Purchasing Agent for the Logistics Service at the Pittsburgh VA Health Care System. The role involves acquiring supplies, services, and construction via purchase, rental, or lease, with a focus on micro-purchases and detailed procurement processes.

The position emphasizes knowledge of procurement regulations, contract modifications, and open market research to support budgeting and compliance.

Qualifications

• There is no educational substitution at this grade level.
• Only degrees recognized by the U.S. Department of Education may be used to qualify for Federal employment.

Responsibilities

• Purchasing under the micro purchase threshold; reviews/edits purchase requests; resolves issues to ensure timely processing.
• Procures supplies/services to meet purchase needs; develops selection criteria; prepares contract modifications and correspondence.
• Conducts open market research and sole source small purchases for highly specialized medical items.

Job description

Veterans Health Administration within the Department of Veterans Affairs is seeking a Purchasing Agent for the Logistics Service at the Pittsburgh VA Health Care System. The role involves acquiring supplies, services, and construction via purchase, rental, or lease, with a focus on micro-purchases and detailed procurement processes.

The position emphasizes knowledge of procurement regulations, contract modifications, and open market research to support budgeting and compliance.