Lead Purchasing Agent

Summary West Palm Beach VA Medical Center is looking for Lead Purchasing Agent within the Logistics Service. The Lead Purchasing Agent is responsible for issuing, reviewing and or procuring prescribed items to Veterans in compliance with VHA guidelines and directives and leading a team of Purchasing Agents. The work requires knowledge of policies and procedures for delivery orders and small purchases. Responsibilities The Lead Purchasing Agent leads three or more Purchasing Agents performing work at the GS-6 level. The Lead serves as first respondent to any staff concerns related to procurement, purchase orders or and is expected to work independently to resolve those issues, only escalating unresolvable issues to the supervisor or the Inventory Management Specialist. As the leader of a team of Purchasing Agents, the position facilitates, coordinates, coaches, and problem solves with team members. The work of the position enables the Purchasing Agent team to deliver improved quality, q...

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