What are the responsibilities and job description for the PURCHASING AGENT position at Naval Supply Systems Command (NAVSUP)?
Duties
Summary
You will serve as a Purchasing Agent in the Contracting Department of NAVSUP FLC NORVA GF.
Requirements
Qualifications
GS-09 You have one year of Purchasing Agent specialized experience equivalent to the next lower grade level GS-08 or pay band in the federal service or equivalent experience in the private or public sector applying an in-depth knowledge of Federal and Department of Defense Simplified Acquisition Procedures (SAP), policies, procedures and business practices in order to execute the purchase of technical materials, supplies, and services at a fair and reasonable price and to perform assignments related to the pre-award, award and post award stages of purchases above the Micro-Purchase threshold and not exceeding the Simplified Acquisition Threshold on the open market and/or other existing contracts. Determine method of solicitation and establish reasonable pricing based on type of requirement, urgency of need and knowledge of commodity. Examples of specialized experience include the following: 1) Prepare accurate and complete contract documents, ensuring the appropriate clauses and special provisions are incorporated, and reports are completed when required; 2) Perform complex purchases including special purpose items made to order and basic technical and professional services; 3) Analyze purchase request for adequate purchase description and proper authorization of funding, and special approval; 4) Prepare worksheets and documentation, and conduct market research to identify best method of procurement. GS-08 You have one year of specialized experience equivalent to the next lower grade level (GS-07) or pay band in the federal service or equivalent experience in the private or public sector performing purchasing agent work requiring an in-depth knowledge of Federal and Department of Defense Simplified Acquisition Procedures (SAP) purchase regulations, methods, procedures, and business practices in order to execute the purchase of technical materials, supplies, and services at a fair and reasonable price. You have experience related to the pre-award, award and post award stages of purchases both above the Micro-Purchase threshold and not exceeding the Simplified Acquisition Threshold. Examples of specialized experience include: 1) Posts Request for quotes when required by regulation and issue amendments to solicitations we needed; 2) Preparing worksheets and documentation, and conducting market research to identify best method of procurement; 3) Negotiate contract modifications, cancellation, extension of delivery schedule, changed terms and conditions or specification. Additional qualification information can be found from the following Office of Personnel Management website: https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-standards/#url=List-by-Occupational-Series Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., professional, philanthropic, religious, spiritual, community, student, social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment.
The Navy and Marine Corps team offers innovative, exciting and meaningful work linking military and civilian talents to achieve our mission and safeguard our freedoms. Department of the Navy provides competitive salaries, comprehensive benefits, and extensive professional development and training. From pipefitters to accountants, scientists to engineers, doctors to nurses-the careers and opportunities to make a difference are endless. Civilian careers-where purpose and patriotism unite!
Summary
You will serve as a Purchasing Agent in the Contracting Department of NAVSUP FLC NORVA GF.
Requirements
Qualifications
GS-09 You have one year of Purchasing Agent specialized experience equivalent to the next lower grade level GS-08 or pay band in the federal service or equivalent experience in the private or public sector applying an in-depth knowledge of Federal and Department of Defense Simplified Acquisition Procedures (SAP), policies, procedures and business practices in order to execute the purchase of technical materials, supplies, and services at a fair and reasonable price and to perform assignments related to the pre-award, award and post award stages of purchases above the Micro-Purchase threshold and not exceeding the Simplified Acquisition Threshold on the open market and/or other existing contracts. Determine method of solicitation and establish reasonable pricing based on type of requirement, urgency of need and knowledge of commodity. Examples of specialized experience include the following: 1) Prepare accurate and complete contract documents, ensuring the appropriate clauses and special provisions are incorporated, and reports are completed when required; 2) Perform complex purchases including special purpose items made to order and basic technical and professional services; 3) Analyze purchase request for adequate purchase description and proper authorization of funding, and special approval; 4) Prepare worksheets and documentation, and conduct market research to identify best method of procurement. GS-08 You have one year of specialized experience equivalent to the next lower grade level (GS-07) or pay band in the federal service or equivalent experience in the private or public sector performing purchasing agent work requiring an in-depth knowledge of Federal and Department of Defense Simplified Acquisition Procedures (SAP) purchase regulations, methods, procedures, and business practices in order to execute the purchase of technical materials, supplies, and services at a fair and reasonable price. You have experience related to the pre-award, award and post award stages of purchases both above the Micro-Purchase threshold and not exceeding the Simplified Acquisition Threshold. Examples of specialized experience include: 1) Posts Request for quotes when required by regulation and issue amendments to solicitations we needed; 2) Preparing worksheets and documentation, and conducting market research to identify best method of procurement; 3) Negotiate contract modifications, cancellation, extension of delivery schedule, changed terms and conditions or specification. Additional qualification information can be found from the following Office of Personnel Management website: https://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/classification-qualifications/general-schedule-qualification-standards/#url=List-by-Occupational-Series Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., professional, philanthropic, religious, spiritual, community, student, social). Volunteer work helps build critical competencies, knowledge, and skills and can provide valuable training and experience that translates directly to paid employment.
The Navy and Marine Corps team offers innovative, exciting and meaningful work linking military and civilian talents to achieve our mission and safeguard our freedoms. Department of the Navy provides competitive salaries, comprehensive benefits, and extensive professional development and training. From pipefitters to accountants, scientists to engineers, doctors to nurses-the careers and opportunities to make a difference are endless. Civilian careers-where purpose and patriotism unite!
