MWR Purchasing Agent
Commander, Navy Installations Command, San Diego, California, United States, 92189
Summary
The primary purpose of this position is to support purchasing or retail merchandising functions.
Duties
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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
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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
This position is not in a positive education series
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.
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The primary purpose of this position is to support purchasing or retail merchandising functions.
Duties
Help
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
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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
This position is not in a positive education series
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.
Help
Review our benefits