Purchasing Agent

JOB
Do you have experience in purchasing work or in the procurement and inventory of goods? The Department of Military and Veterans Affairs (DMVA), Bureau of Office Services is looking for someone to be responsible for performing a variety of purchasing activities in the Division of Procurement and Contracting. If you are an organized and productive individual versed in contracting processes and experienced in working with vendors, we have the job for you! Watch this video to see how you can make a difference caring for Pennsylvania's veterans working for the Department of Military and Veterans Affairs. Come join the DMVA team, apply today!
EXAMPLE OF DUTIES
As a Purchasing Agent, your responsibilities will entail performing thorough procurement tasks such as assessing requisitions, creating bid documents, evaluating and granting bids, drafting contracts, and issuing purchase orders. This role will require constant communication with vendors and other personnel. You will be tasked with verifying that all purchases made using the purchasing card adhere to the rules and regulations set forth by established policy and management directives. Interested in learning more? Additional details regarding this position can be found in the position description.Work Schedule and Additional Information: Full-time employment (7.5 hours/day; 37.5 hours/week)Work hours are 7:00 AM to 3:00 PM, Monday - Friday, with 30-minute lunch.Telework: You may have the opportunity to work from home (telework) part-time up to 5 days in a pay period. In order to telework, you must have a securely configured high-speed internet connection. If you are unable to telework, you will have the option to report to the headquarters office in Annville.Travel: As neededOvertime: As neededMay change based on operational needs.Salary: In some cases, the starting salary may be non-negotiable.You will receive further communication regarding this position via email. Check your email, including spam/junk folders, for these notices.