PURCHASING & SM ASSOCIATE
Functional Purpose
Performs and participates in a variety of purchasing and Supply Management activities, which include, but are not limited to, conducting analyses, drafting of documentation, and comparing supplier information in accordance with Supply Management policies and procedures. This is the first level of a three-grade career ladder for finance professionals to develop the competencies, technical knowledge, and skills needed for success in the full-performance Purchasing & SM Specialist EAS-21 position. At this level, incumbents apply entry-level technical knowledge, skills, and abilities to support department programs and projects. Candidates entering this career ladder will work closely with a mentor/coach and execute an Individual Development Plan outlining developmental requirements which have been tailored to the employee.
Duties & Responsibilities
- Performs entry-level purchasing and Supply Management assignments designed to develop a broad understanding of Postal Service Supply Management functions.
- Assists with the drafting of procurement documents, including, but not limited to, contract solicitations, basic contract provisions, and supporting documentation such as attachments.
- Supports the evaluation of proposals by comparing and analyzing critical information from suppliers such as prices, discounts, delivery dates, and/or handling charges; supports the recommendation of contract source selection.
- References Supply Management Postal Service policies and procedures, contract writing systems, and technical materials to complete assigned tasks.
- Evaluates supplier proposals and review supplier past performance to ensure compliance with Supply Management policies and procedures and applicable clauses.
- Reviews industry trends, perform market analysis and obtains benchmark data to gain a fundamental understanding of the specific commodity area and support contract source selection.
- Develops and maintains cooperative working relationships with cross-functional team members.
Requirements
- Ability to communicate orally and in writing sufficient to draft documents, gather, exchange, and provide information to others.
- Knowledge of standard business practices and techniques used to deliver business results.
- Ability to compare pricing and determine price reasonableness within the commercial marketplace.
- Ability to review and summarize reference material in support of team-based procurement activities.
- Ability to conduct research, including analyzing data collected, and support recommendations based on the findings.
- Ability to develop and maintain cooperative working relationships.
- EDUCATION REQUIREMENT: Applicants must, at a minimum, possess a baccalaureate or post-graduate degree in Supply Chain Management, Accounting, Business, Finance, Business Management, Law, Economics, Asset Management, Logistics, Material Management, or closely related field, from an accredited college or university. MUST GRADUATE BY JUNE 30, 2023
ALL APPLICANTS MUST ATTACH A TRANSCRIPT AND RESUME TO BE CONSIDERED FOR THIS POSITION. ALL APPLICANTS MUST BE ABLE TO START ON MONDAY, JULY 17, 2023 TO BE CONSIDERED FOR THIS POSITION.
**Reimbursement of relocation expenses will be authorized per Postal Policy**
**This position requires a NACI clearance. This process can take up to 6 weeks from the date the offer letter is returned** This is a two-step application process requiring you to create a profile and submit an application for the position you are applying for.