Purchasing Agent - Montgomery County, MD, United States - US National Institutes of Health

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Montgomery County, MD, United States

3 weeks ago

Mark Lane

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Description

Duties:


  • Contact vendors to advise them of ordering requirements and technical specifications and to discuss price quotations and other matters related to the purchase.
  • Prepare and evaluate vendor list and unit prices to secure a fair and reasonable price for volume bulk orders and determine prices that appear excessive or underestimated.
  • Consult with staff to gain understanding of the purchase and make final purchase decisions.
  • Contact company representatives to discuss price quotations, technical specifications, and other matters related to the purchase.
  • Work with requestor to develop justifications for use of large business or sole source orders.


The duties described above are at the full performance level of GS 08, if you are selected at a lower grade, you will essentially perform a variety of duties as those at the full performance level described above, however, duties will be performed under closer supervision with more detailed guidance.


Requirements:


Conditions of Employment:


  • U.S. Citizenship requirement or proof of being a U.S. National must be met by closing date.
  • Applicants must meet all qualification requirements by the closing date of this announcement.
  • Males born after December 31, 1959 must be registered with the Selective Service.

Qualifications:


In order to qualify for a Purchasing Agent, GS-1105 position at the GS-07 level, you must have 1 year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the GS-06 level in the Federal service obtained in either the private or public sector, performing the following types of tasks: handling purchasing requirements from initiation to post-award administration; recommending acceptance of the most advantageous offer and preparing papers for signature, including justification for rejection of low bids, and reasons for not advertising, as required; gathering information on purchase requirements and assisting in the negotiation purchase details; and assisting in selecting appropriate mechanisms for securing services, supplies, furniture and equipment.
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In order to qualify for a Purchasing Agent, GS , you must have 1 year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the GS-07 level in the Federal service obtained in either the private or public sector, performing the following types of tasks: procuring a variety of equipment and services including those of a highly technical and sophisticated nature; performing cost/price analysis to determine price reasonableness for equipment and services; negotiating awards, and administering small purchase orders that involve the use of instruments that are not firm-fixed price; and selecting appropriate mechanisms for securing services, supplies, furniture and highly technical equipment.

  • You will receive credit for all experience material to the position, including experience gained in religious, civic, welfare, service, and organizational activities, regardless of whether you received pay.
  • Do not copy and paste the duties, specialized experience, or occupational assessment questionnaire from this announcement into your resume as that will not be considered a demonstration of your qualifications for this position

Education:

This job does not have an education qualification requirement.


Additional information:


  • A oneyear probationary period may be required upon selection/placement.
  • The National Institutes of Health participates in the USCIS Electronic Employment Eligibility Verification Program (E-Verify). E-Verify helps employers determine employment eligibility of new hires and the validity of their Social Security numbers.
  • The NIH maintains a tobacco free work environment and campus.
  • Must be able to perform the essential duties of the position, with or without reasonable accommodation.
  • Visit our Total Compensation page and this sample for a detailed look into the benefits, awards, leave, retirement, and other incentives employees may receive as part of a rewarding work environment.
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How You Will Be Evaluated:

You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.

You will be assessed on the following competencies (knowledge, skills, abilities, and other characteristics):

  • 1. Knowledge of procurement policies, procedures, and regulations.
  • 2. Ability to analyze procurement documents, reports, and information.
  • 3. Ability to communicate information on purchase requirements and negotiate purchase details.
  • 4. Ability to track, reconcile, and audit various procurements/purchases.
  • Best Qualified for those who are superior in the evaluation criteria
  • Well Qualified for those who excel in the evaluation criteria
  • Qualified for those who only meet the minimum qualification requirements


The Category Rating Process does not add veterans' preference points but protects the rights of veterans by placing them ahead of non-preference eligibles within each category.

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