Procurement Specialist: Medical Equipment for Veterans

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs; Amarillo (TX); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Job summary

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs in Amarillo, TX seeks a Purchasing Agent (GS-06) in PSAS to develop procurement workflows, coordinate medical equipment orders, and ensure compliant purchases for veterans.

The role involves handling specialized medical devices, warranties, and vendor communications within the VA procurement system. The incumbent will analyze requests, establish purchasing actions, and advise on policy while maintaining accurate records, invoices, and funding.

Qualifications

• Time-In-Grade requirements for Federal employees if applicable.
• Specialized experience in procuring medical equipment, supplies, and services.
• Knowledge of purchasing regulations, policies, and procedures.

Responsibilities

• Receives and analyzes prosthetic and medical equipment requests.
• Procures items and services through government channels.
• Reviews requests for completeness and proper documentation.
• Establishes workflow protocols for timely execution of work.
• Advises other services on procurement policies and procedures.
• Coordinate with vendors and internal clients to fulfill complex orders.
• Reconcile invoices and ensure correct charges.
• Maintain records and funding/billing reconciliations.

Skills

Price analysis

Purchasing regulations

Vendor negotiation

Purchase card knowledge

Education

4+ years above high school

Bachelors degree or equivalent

Tools

Government purchase card

Job description

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs in Amarillo, TX seeks a Purchasing Agent (GS-06) in PSAS to develop procurement workflows, coordinate medical equipment orders, and ensure compliant purchases for veterans.

The role involves handling specialized medical devices, warranties, and vendor communications within the VA procurement system. The incumbent will analyze requests, establish purchasing actions, and advise on policy while maintaining accurate records, invoices, and funding.