Purchasing Agent (Monday to Friday 8:00am-4:30pm) at Career Systems Development Corporation

San Jose, California, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

28 Aug, 26

Salary

32.0

Posted On

30 May, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Procurement, Contract Negotiation, Bid Solicitation, Vendor Management, Compliance Auditing, Technical Data Analysis, Oral Communication, Written Communication, Organizational Skills, Government Regulations

Industry

Primary and Secondary Education

Description

Description Interested in making a difference in young adults’ lives between the ages of 16-24? If so we may have the perfect job for you. (San Jose) Job Corps is a government-funded, no-cost education and vocational training program administered by the U.S. Department of Labor that helps socioeconomically disadvantaged youth. We strive to fulfill this mission by following our Core Values of Safety, Individual Accountability, Respect, Integrity, Growth and Commitment. Come and surround yourself with talented and professional individuals who have also taken the next step of making a difference in someone’s life. You would not only have a great and dedicated team to work with, but you may also be eligible to take advantage of a comprehensive benefits plan which includes medical, dental, vision, 401(k), and PTO. Schedule: Monday to Friday 8:00am-4:30pm This position is full-time, onsite. Job Summary: Responsible for the overall purchasing function. Duties/Responsibilities: Reviews and is cognizant of, and complies with all clauses of the prime contract pertaining to procurement. Prepares supporting documentation for submittal to the Contracting Officer for proposals, leases and other procurement actions that require Contracting Officer’s approval. Prepares specifications/bid forms, solicits bids and quotations, screens offers, and awards purchase orders or subcontracts required to obtain the sources necessary to operate the center in accordance with the requirements of the contract. Gathers data for and assists the Administrative Services Director in the negotiation of contracts and leases. Prepares backup documentation including but not limited to bid summaries, vendor surveys, COI’s, regional consent forms, etc. Monitors current subcontracts and leases to be aware of renewal dates and deadlines. Prepares subcontracts and lease agreements with center leadership and corporate assistance and approval. Establishes and maintains records of purchase requisitions, solicitations and awards to support DOL audit of compliance with contractual requirements and internal audit of compliance with center policies and procedures. Responsible for sending to all vendors and subcontractors a copy of company nondiscrimination clauses and ensuring that the center purchases from only those vendors who are active EEO employers. Adheres to the goals established in the Minority and Small Business Subcontracting Plan and promotes purchases from these vendors. Performs other duties as assigned. Requirements Qualifications: Minimum: Associates Degree. One year’s experience as a purchasing agent. Preferred: Bachelor’s Degree. Previous experience with Government procurement regulations. Knowledge: Knowledge of Government rules and regulations pertaining to procurement. Excellent communication skills, both oral and written. Ability to analyze the technical data in suppliers’ proposals in order to make buying decisions and spend monies responsibly. Good organizational skills. Physical Requirements: Frequently Sitting Seeing Hearing Speaking Occasionally Standing Walking Bending Stooping Squatting Flexibility Seldom Climbing Lifting 50 pounds Carrying Kneeling Pushing/Pulling Running Driving Environmental Demands: Equipment: Ability to operate office equipment Work Alone: Occasionally works alone Work With Others: 85% of time spent working and interacting with team and other departments Reading: Ability to read at a college level Writing: Ability to write at a college level

Responsibilities

Responsible for the overall purchasing function, including soliciting bids, awarding purchase orders, and managing subcontracts and leases. Ensures compliance with prime contract clauses and maintains detailed records for government and internal audits.