MWR Purchasing Agent

Summary The primary purpose of this position is to support purchasing or retail merchandising functions. Duties May perform one or more of the following support purchasing or retail merchandising functions: Purchases technical items and services, routine commercial or special purpose items made to order. Responsible for preparing necessary purchasing documents and/or reviews and processes request for purchases to ensure procedural and regulatory requirements are met. Researches catalogs, brochures, correspondence, and other appropriate reference material to find potential suppliers/vendors. Purchases and manages basic category(s) or narrow range of retail merchandise, which includes participating in market planning, stock assortment determination, items selection, pricing, vendor negotiation, and inventory management. Assists in the development of annual merchandise and seasonal buy plans, consistent with goals and objectives. Maintains current price lists of merchandise, ensures proper vendor pricing, and on resale items effects pricing adjustments. Investigates and resolves discrepancies in delivery, pricing, etc. Maintains records of purchasing transactions and prepares documentation for superiors. Meets and communicates with vendors to discuss item selections, price, terms of purchases, delivery, return order authorization, etc. Performs other related duties as assigned. Requirements Conditions of employment Must successfully pass the E-Verify employment verification check. Any discrepancies must be resolved as a condition of employment. Must meet federal suitability requirements including successful completion of background investigation. Qualifications Three years experience that demonstrates possession of knowledge, skills, and abilities related to purchasing a variety of merchandise and/or services. Ability to apply the mechanics of purchasing and common business practices as they relate to pricing, discounts, delivery, etc. Ability to communicate orally and in writing and to negotiate with various levels of business representatives, customers, etc., in resolving issues. Education N/A Additional information Executive Order 12564 requires a Federal workplace free of illegal drugs. According to the Executive Order, all Federal employees are required to remain drug free throughout their employment. Commander, Navy Installations Command is a Drug-Free Federal Workplace. The use of illegal drugs will not be tolerated, and use of or intoxication by illegal drugs will result in penalties up to and including removal from Federal Service. Non-U.S. citizens with fewer than three years of recent residential history in the U.S. may be determined ineligible for employment. Some positions have special requirements. Selectee may be required to complete a one (1) year probationary period. Participation in Direct Deposit/Electronic Fund Transfer within the first 30 days of employment is required. In accordance with the Real ID Act of 2005, if a candidate or new hire requires access to a military installation and does not have a REAL ID, identity will need to be established. Identity is established by presenting either one (1) Acceptable Credential or by presenting an acceptable combination of Source Identify Documents. Acceptable Credentials are listed in List A and Acceptable Source Identity Documents are listed in Lists B and C in the link below (page 3). If using an Acceptable Credential, only one (1) from List A is required and if using Acceptable Source Identity Documents, one (1) from List B and one (1) from List C is required. https://www.oni.navy.mil/Portals/12/Vistors/Base%20Access%20Form.pdf?ver=2017-08-28-065204-693 Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution. Benefits Review our benefits