Purchasing Agent

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs; Augusta (ME); On-site; USD 55,000 - 73,000; Full time

Job summary

The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs Togus VA Health Care System in Augusta, ME is seeking a Purchasing Agent to support the Logistics Service. The role focuses on acquiring a wide range of supplies, services, and equipment through delivery orders and small purchase procedures.

The incumbent will apply knowledge of policies and procedures for purchases, ensure compliance with federal procurement rules, and manage sourcing from commercial suppliers to support VA programs and operations.

Responsibilities

• Acquire supplies, services, and construction by purchase, rental, or lease via delivery orders and small purchase procedures.
• Apply knowledge of policies and procedures for delivery orders and small purchases and knowledge of commercial supply sources and practices.
• Support VA programs and activities by procuring a wide variety of complex and highly specialized requirements.

Job description

Employee will serve as a Purchasing Agent for the Logistics Service within the Togus Veterans Affairs (VA) Health Care System located in Augusta ME.

Duties

***THIS IS NOT A VIRTUAL POSITION, YOU MUST LIVE WITHIN OR BE WILLING TO RELOCATE WITHIN A COMMUTABLE DISTANCE OF THE DUTY LOCATION***
The primary purpose involves performing work to acquire supplies, services, and construction by purchase, rental, or lease through (a) delivery orders and/or (b) small purchase procedures. This position utilizes knowledge of policies and procedures for delivery orders and small purchases and knowledge of commercial supply sources and common business practices related to sales, prices, discounts, units of measurement, deliveries, stocks, and shipments. The Purchasing Agent maintains responsibility for work leading to the purchase of a wide variety of complex and highly specialized services, supplies, equipment, and systems that support the full range of programs and activities.
Major duties and responsibilities include: