Strategic Healthcare Purchasing Agent

Veterans Health Administration; Cincinnati (OH); On-site; USD 42,000 - 63,000; Full time

Job summary

Veterans Health Administration is seeking a Purchasing Agent in Cincinnati, Ohio, within the Logistics Service, to acquire supplies, services, and construction by purchase, rental, or lease. The role supports delivery orders and small purchase procedures in the VA system.

The position requires at least one year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-5 level, with duties including procurement support, use of a purchase card, and reporting using MS Office.

Qualifications

• Specialized experience includes procuring supplies and services and using a purchase card.
• Experience coordinating with medical staff to determine procurement needs.
• Ability to assemble and summarize information for reports using automated supply systems and MS Office.

Responsibilities

• Acquire supplies, services, and construction through purchase, rental, or lease.
• Coordinate with clinical staff to determine procurement priorities and timelines.
• Prepare reports and track shipments and payments using standard procurement systems.

Skills

Procurement

Purchase card

MS Word

MS Excel

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Veterans Health Administration is seeking a Purchasing Agent in Cincinnati, Ohio, within the Logistics Service, to acquire supplies, services, and construction by purchase, rental, or lease. The role supports delivery orders and small purchase procedures in the VA system.

The position requires at least one year of specialized experience equivalent to the GS-5 level, with duties including procurement support, use of a purchase card, and reporting using MS Office.