Purchasing Agent jobs in Charleston, SC

Purchasing Agent initiates, prepares, processes, and verifies purchase orders following established guidelines to purchase materials and goods by required delivery dates. Inputs transactions and administers a purchasing and contracts system or database. Being a Purchasing Agent interacts with suppliers to obtain favorable pricing terms, product specifications, monitor availability, and optimize savings. Expedites delayed orders and resolves issues with changes, returns, replacements, and credit arrangements. Additionally, Purchasing Agent coordinates with internal teams to ensure that procurement needs are met promptly and efficiently. Requires a high school diploma. Typically reports to a supervisor or team leader. The Purchasing Agent independently performs a wide range of complex duties under general guidance from supervisors. Has gained full proficiency in a broad range of activities related to the job. To be a Purchasing Agent typically requires 5-7 years of related experience. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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PURCHASING AGENT
  • US Air Mobility Command
  • Charleston, SC FULL_TIME
  • Duties

    Reviews purchase requests from activities in terms of compliance with administrative requirements and adequacy of information, including item description, minimum allowable purchase quantity, availability of funds and estimated cost. Verifies that appropriate approvals from Civil Engineers, HQ AMC Interior Designer, Communication Squadron and/or NAF Council have been obtained.

    Determines procurement source; local, Air Force Non-Appropriated Fund Purchasing Office (AFNAFPO) or the Base Servicing Contracting Office (BSCO). Determines procurement method based on such factors as procurement history, urgency of need, estimated cost, and applicable directives. Prepares documentation for award.

    Issues purchase/delivery orders, Blanket Purchase Agreements (BPAs) (priced and unpriced), Individual Service Contracts, Concessionaire Contracts, and other contracts and agreements within limits of contracting officer's warrant. Is responsible for post award administration. Uses automated systems to input purchase requests, issue orders, request for quotations (RFQ), and other purchasing associated information.

    Implements and manages the squadron purchase card (P-Card) program, ensuring compliance with Air Force policy. Responsible for the timely submission of quarterly and annual reports. Provides training to all squadron personnel on all purchasing requirements, automated purchasing system, and P-Card processes and guidelines.


    If interested in applying for this position you may preview the online application: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12353909

    Requirements

    Conditions of Employment

    • This position requires the incumbent to complete a background investigation with favorable results.

    Qualifications

    Who May Apply: Open to everyone. Applicants will be categorized by preference(s) and/or priority consideration eligibilities. An applicant's eligibility will be determined based on eligibility claimed in the questionnaire and proof of eligibility MUST be provided with application by the closing date, 03/28/2024

    Business Based Action, Military Spouse Preference, Outside Applicant Veteran, Spouse/Widow/Parent of Veteran, and Transition Hiring Preference

    In order to qualify, you must meet the experience requirements described below. Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student; social). You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. Your resume must clearly describe your relevant experience; if the position allows for qualifying based on education, your transcripts will be required as part of your application.

    Qualifying Experience:

    Knowledge of procurement actions to include requests, bids, purchase orders, contracts, and monitoring compliance. Must be able to obtain a $10,000 warrant within 1 year of hire and a $25,000 warrant within the second year. Must be knowledgeable of purchase card policies and procedures. Must be knowledgeable of and possess the ability to oversee use of and/or implementation of new electronic commerce purchasing system. Must be computer literate. Requires satisfactory completion of a National Agency Check with Inquires (NACI). The DoD Joint Ethics Regulation (Chapter 7, Section 3, "Confidential Financial Disclosure Report") applies. Employee is required to complete an OGE Form 450 annually.

    You will be evaluated on the basis of your level of competency in the following areas:

    Education

    Some federal jobs allow you to substitute your education for the required experience in order to qualify. This position DOES NOT allow for education substitution.

    FOREIGN EDUCATION: Education completed in foreign colleges or universities may be used to meet the requirements. You must show proof the education credentials have been deemed to be at least equivalent to that gained in conventional U.S. education program. It is your responsibility to provide such evidence when applying.

    Additional information

    • Individual must fully meet qualification/eligibility/background requirements for this position.
    • Male applicants born after December 31, 1959 must be registered for Selective Service.
    • Direct deposit is required.
    • Satisfactorily complete an employment verification (E-Verify) check.
    • A probationary period may be required.
    • Pre-employment requirements must be satisfactorily met prior to Entrance on Duty (EOD).
    • Payment of Permanent Change of Station (PCS) costs IS NOT authorized, based on a determination that a PCS move is not in the Government's interest.
    • Multiple positions may be filled from this job opportunity announcement. And additional selections may also be made from this job opportunity announcement.
    • Selection(s) are subject to restrictions resulting from hiring preferences and priority consideration eligible.
    • This is a Nonappropriated Fund (NAF) position carrying out Morale, Welfare and Recreation (MWR) activities for the Air Force and Space Force.

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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.

    Your resume and supporting document will be evaluated against the qualifications of the position.

    Once the announcement has closed, a review of your application package (resume, supporting documents, and responses to the questionnaire) will be used to determine whether you meet the qualification requirements listed on this announcement. If you are minimally qualified, your resume and supporting documentation will be compared against your responses to the assessment questionnaire to determine your level of experience. If, after reviewing your resume and/or supporting documentation, a determination has been made that you have inflated your responses to meet the position's qualifications and/or experience, you may lose consideration for this position. Please follow all instructions carefully when applying, errors or omissions may affect your eligibility.

    You should list any relevant performance appraisals and incentive awards in your resume as that information may be taken into consideration during the selection process. If selected, you may be required to provide supporting documentation.

    To better expedite the hiring process, we recommend including full contact information (name, address, phone number, email, etc.,) for professional and personal references on your resume.

    • Benefits

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    • Required Documents

      As a new or existing federal employee, you and your family may have access to a range of benefits. Your benefits depend on the type of position you have - whether you're a permanent, part-time, temporary or an intermittent employee. You may be eligible for the following benefits, however, check with your agency to make sure you're eligible under their policies.

      Required documents may vary based on the eligibility you are claiming (i.e., applying as a Military Spouse Preference - MSP, applying as a veteran, applying as a current federal employees, applying as a displaced employee, etc.,). The below document(s) are required and MUST be submitted with your application by the closing date of this job announcement:

      • Resume


      Your resume may be submitted in any format and must support identified the general or specialized experience described in this announcement. If your resume includes a photograph or other inappropriate material or content, it will not be used to make eligibility and qualification determinations and you may not be considered for this vacancy.

      Other accepted documents to support a qualification and/or claimed preference/priority eligibility may include:

      • Cover Letter
      • DD-214/ Statement of Service
      • Diploma/ GED
      • Disability Letter (VA)
      • License
      • Other (1)
      • Other (2)
      • PCS Orders
      • Professional Certification
      • Proof of Marriage Status
      • Resume
      • Separation Notice (RIF)
      • SF-50/ Notification of Personnel Action
      • Transcript


      As described above, your complete application includes your resume, your responses to the online questionnaire, and supporting documents which prove your claimed eligibility. If you fail to provide these documents, you will be marked as having an incomplete application package and you will not be considered any further.

      NOTE: Documents submitted as part of the application package to include supplemental documents may be shared beyond the Human Resources Office. Some supplemental documents such as military orders and marriage certificates may contain personal information for someone other than you. You may sanitize these documents to remove another person's personal information before you submit your application. You may be asked to provide an un-sanitized version of the documents if you are selected to confirm your eligibility.
    • How to Apply

      To be considered for this vacancy you must apply and complete the online questionnaire and submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section above.

      The complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on 03/28/2024 to receive consideration.

      To begin, click Apply to access the online application. You will need to be logged into your USAJobs account to apply. If you do not have a USAJobs account, you will need to create one before beginning the application.

      Follow the prompts to select your resume and/or other supporting documents to be included with your application package. You will have the opportunity to upload additional documents to include in your application before it is submitted. Your uploaded documents may take several hours to clear the virus scan process.

      After acknowledging you have reviewed your application package, complete the Include Personal Information section as you deem appropriate and click to continue with the application process.

      You will be taken to the online application which you must complete in order to apply for the position. Complete the online application, verify the required documentation is included with your application package and submit the application. You must re-select your resume and/or other documents from your USAJobs account and designate the document type when submitting your application. Failure to complete this portion will result in an incomplete application package and you will not be further considered for this vacancy.

      It is your responsibility to ensure your application package (resume, supporting documents, and responses to the questionnaire) is complete, accurate, and submitted by the closing date.

      Additional information on how to complete the online application process and submit your online application may be found on the https://help.usastaffing.gov/Apply/index.php?title=Applicant

      To verify or check the status of your application, log into your USAJobs account. Once logged in, the Welcome screen lists your applications, your application status and the date it was last updated. For information on what each Application Status means, visit: https://www.usajobs.gov/Help/how-to/application/status


      Agency contact information

      JB Charleston NAF HR Office

      Email

      628FSS.FSCN.NAFHRO@us.af.mil

      Address

      JB Charleston Resource Management Flight
      628 FSS/FSCN, 101 E. Hill Blvd
      JB Charleston, SC 29404-5000
      US

      Next steps

      If you provided an email address, you will receive an email message acknowledging receipt of your application. Times may vary during the hiring process, as your application status updates/changes you will be notified with a notification letter via email.

    • Fair and Transparent

      The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.

      • Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Policy
      • Reasonable accommodation policy
      • Financial suitability
      • Selective Service
      • New employee probationary period
      • Signature and false statements
      • Privacy Act
      • Social security number request

    Required Documents

    Required documents may vary based on the eligibility you are claiming (i.e., applying as a Military Spouse Preference - MSP, applying as a veteran, applying as a current federal employees, applying as a displaced employee, etc.,). The below document(s) are required and MUST be submitted with your application by the closing date of this job announcement:

    • Resume


    Your resume may be submitted in any format and must support identified the general or specialized experience described in this announcement. If your resume includes a photograph or other inappropriate material or content, it will not be used to make eligibility and qualification determinations and you may not be considered for this vacancy.

    Other accepted documents to support a qualification and/or claimed preference/priority eligibility may include:

    • Cover Letter
    • DD-214/ Statement of Service
    • Diploma/ GED
    • Disability Letter (VA)
    • License
    • Other (1)
    • Other (2)
    • PCS Orders
    • Professional Certification
    • Proof of Marriage Status
    • Resume
    • Separation Notice (RIF)
    • SF-50/ Notification of Personnel Action
    • Transcript


    As described above, your complete application includes your resume, your responses to the online questionnaire, and supporting documents which prove your claimed eligibility. If you fail to provide these documents, you will be marked as having an incomplete application package and you will not be considered any further.

    NOTE: Documents submitted as part of the application package to include supplemental documents may be shared beyond the Human Resources Office. Some supplemental documents such as military orders and marriage certificates may contain personal information for someone other than you. You may sanitize these documents to remove another person's personal information before you submit your application. You may be asked to provide an un-sanitized version of the documents if you are selected to confirm your eligibility.


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    This job is open to

    • The public

      U.S. Citizens, Nationals or those who owe allegiance to the U.S.

    Clarification from the agency

    Please see the "Who May Apply" section under the Qualifications section.

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Purchasing Intern
  • Hudson Automotive Group
  • Charleston, SC INTERN
  • Job Details Job Location: Hudson Automotive Group - Charleston, SC Salary Range: Undisclosed DescriptionHudson Automotive Group is looking for energetic and driven candidates for our Purchasing Intern...
  • 9 Days Ago

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DIRECTOR OF PURCHASING
  • Wild Dunes Resort
  • Palms, SC FULL_TIME
  • Summary The Purchasing Director ensures professional work and deliveries supporting all Food & Beverage Department and other departments on multiple activities, including delivering goods to maintain ...
  • 11 Days Ago

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Purchasing Coordinator
  • VSC Fire & Security, Inc.
  • Charleston, SC FULL_TIME
  • VSC Fire & Security in Charleston, South Carolina is seeking candidates for the position of Purchasing Coordinator. What we offer: Competitive salary. Range $18-$28 and up based on experience (overtim...
  • 25 Days Ago

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Purchasing Associate
  • Marriott
  • Charleston, SC FULL_TIME
  • The Shipping and Receiving Associate will be responsible for all of the below tasksl: · ordering food from multiple vendors · putting away deliveries (must be able to carry up to 50lbs over a long str...
  • 26 Days Ago

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Purchasing Coordinator
  • Charleston Marriott
  • Charleston, SC FULL_TIME
  • Previous F&B experience a HUGE plus. Will be ordering for restaurants and working very close with Chefs. This associate will be responsible for the Shipping and Receiving room of the hotel. Including,...
  • 26 Days Ago

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Assistant Buyer THIS POSITION IS NOT REMOTE
  • Palmetto Moon
  • Charleston, SC
  • Job Details Job Location Corporate 2000 - North Charleston, SC Position Type Full Time Description Palmetto Moon is a ra...
  • 4/24/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Purchasing Agent
  • Lennar Homes
  • Charleston, SC
  • Overview Welcome Home! Build your career with Lennar! As one of the nation’s largest builders, Lennar has built over one...
  • 4/23/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Rock Steady Boxing Coach
  • Grit Box Fitness LLC
  • Charleston, SC
  • Job Description Job Description We are seeking a Group Fitness Instructor to join our team! The ideal candidate thrives ...
  • 4/23/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Assistant Floor Manager
  • Restaurant Depot
  • North Charleston, SC
  • Assistant Floor Manager FULL-TIME $14.50/hr Responsible for receiving the product and ensures that aisles are stocked, l...
  • 4/22/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Sales Executive - Mexico Cross-Border
  • Total Quality Logistics
  • Charleston, SC
  • About the role:As a Sales Executive for TQLs Mexico Division, you will be responsible for driving revenue by identifying...
  • 4/22/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Host Hostess
  • Bay Street Biergarten
  • Charleston, SC
  • Job Description Job Description Are you interested in working in an exciting, upbeat, and comfortable F&B atmosphere? Li...
  • 4/22/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Server/Food Prep
  • Mason's Famous Lobster Rolls
  • Charleston, SC
  • Job Description Job Description We are seeking a Server/Food Prep to become an integral part of our team! You will take ...
  • 4/22/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Management & Sales Training Program
  • Sherwin-Williams
  • Charleston, SC
  • Job Description The Sherwin-Williams Management & Sales Training Program is an accelerated, entry-level position designe...
  • 4/20/2024 12:00:00 AM

Charleston is the oldest and largest city in the U.S. state of South Carolina, the county seat of Charleston County, and the principal city in the Charleston–North Charleston–Summerville Metropolitan Statistical Area. The city lies just south of the geographical midpoint of South Carolina's coastline and is located on Charleston Harbor, an inlet of the Atlantic Ocean formed by the confluence of the Ashley, Cooper, and Wando rivers. Charleston had an estimated population of 134,875 in 2017. The estimated population of the Charleston metropolitan area, comprising Berkeley, Charleston, and Dorche...
Source: Wikipedia (as of 04/11/2019). Read more from Wikipedia
Income Estimation for Purchasing Agent jobs
$56,105 to $76,831
Charleston, South Carolina area prices
were up 1.5% from a year ago

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