Strategic Purchasing Agent - Medical Supplies & Services

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs in Charlotte, NC seeks a Purchasing Agent to manage procurement of supplies, services, and construction via purchase, rental, or lease under VA programs.

The role emphasizes timely, compliant acquisitions using multiple procurement tools and strong collaboration with clinical staff. Responsibilities include supporting ECAT and VS Prime Vendor portals, monitoring funds, maintaining documentation, and ensuring accurate reporting with MS Office.

Qualifications

• One year of specialized experience equivalent to GS-05 in purchasing and procurement.
• Experience procuring supplies, services, and construction via purchase, rental, or lease.
• Ability to use purchase cards and MS Office for reports.
• Time-in-Grade requirements apply to current Federal employees.

Responsibilities

• Provide guidance to potential vendors on requirements for the VA's local vendor file.
• Order items from awarded contracts via ECAT and Medical Surgical Prime Vendor portals.
• Review Fund Control Points and verify balances before placing orders.
• Monitor vendor performance and procurement timelines.
• Coordinate with using services regarding sources and substitutions.

Skills

Procurement

Vendor coordination

MS Word

MS Excel

Documentation

Tools

ECAT portal

Medical Surgical Prime Vendor site

MS Office

Job description

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs in Charlotte, NC seeks a Purchasing Agent to manage procurement of supplies, services, and construction via purchase, rental, or lease under VA programs.

The role emphasizes timely, compliant acquisitions using multiple procurement tools and strong collaboration with clinical staff. Responsibilities include supporting ECAT and VS Prime Vendor portals, monitoring funds, maintaining documentation, and ensuring accurate reporting with MS Office.