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... purchasing, and legal technology. * Working knowledge of legal operations, litigation operations ... We embrace a remote-first culture through our Flexible Workplace. Most employees hold Home-Flex ...

First American

$26.88 - $35.82/hr

... 82 Hourly, Remote This hiring range is a reasonable estimate of the base pay range for this ... purchase plan.

First American

$26.88 - $35.82/hr

... 82 Hourly, Remote This hiring range is a reasonable estimate of the base pay range for this ... purchase plan.

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Remote Purchasing professionals often encounter challenges such as coordinating across time zones, maintaining real-time communication with suppliers, and ensuring data accuracy when away from a centralized office. These obstacles are typically addressed by leveraging robust procurement platforms, setting clear expectations with vendors, and maintaining a proactive approach to follow-ups and documentation. Regular virtual meetings and collaboration tools help foster strong connections with team members and suppliers. Being detail-oriented and adaptable allows remote purchasing specialists to overcome logistical hurdles and ensure timely, cost-effective procurement.

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A Remote Purchasing job involves procuring goods and services for a company while working from a remote location. Responsibilities typically include sourcing suppliers, negotiating contracts, managing purchase orders, and ensuring timely delivery of materials. This role requires strong communication, negotiation, and organizational skills, as well as familiarity with procurement software and supply chain processes. Remote Purchasing professionals often collaborate with vendors and internal teams through digital tools to maintain efficient operations.

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To thrive as a Remote Purchasing professional, you need expertise in procurement processes, vendor negotiation, and order management, usually backed by experience in supply chain or business administration fields. Familiarity with procurement software (such as SAP Ariba or Coupa), e-commerce systems, and basic contract management is typically required. Strong organizational skills, clear communication, and self-motivation are crucial soft skills to excel when working remotely. Mastering these competencies ensures efficient purchasing operations, cost savings, and seamless remote collaboration with vendors and internal teams.

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PURCHASING AGENT (OFFICE AUTOMATION)

Air Combat Command

Offutt Air Force Base, NE • On-site, Remote

$19.50 - $25/hr

Part-time

This job post has expired 1 day ago. Applications are no longer accepted.

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About the position: This position is Non-appropriated Fund (NAF) and will be assigned to the Resource Management.
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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. Coordinates with requesting office to obtain or provide additional information and identifies when separate requests may be consolidated. Determines procurement source; local, Air Force Nonappropriated Fund Purchasing Office (AFNAFPO) or the Servicing Contracting Office (SCO). Develops source list of responsible suppliers from established lists, history files, catalogs, newspapers, etc. Determines procurement method based on such factors as procurement history, urgency of need, estimated cost, and applicable directives. Prepares requests for quotation to obtain quotes for small purchases and contracts. Verifies and abstracts information from vendors for orders or contracts. Reviews offers for compliance. Negotiates with vendors on a variety of issues, such as price breaks, accelerated delivery, reduction of service charges, etc. 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. Responsible for post award administration. Administers contracts, orders, agreements, and modifications, including follow-up. Gathers, monitors, and maintains data, related to purchasing, prepares reports and responds to inquiries. Uses automated systems to input purchase requests, issue orders, request for quotations (RFQ), and other purchasing associated information. Classifies and verifies a wide variety of accounting documents in order to assure their mathematical correctness, completeness of information, and to prepare control sheets with appropriate accounting codes. Maintains double-entry bookkeeping journals and subsidiary ledgers and posting entries to establish accounts. Performs other related duties as assigned.
If interested in applying for this position you may preview the online application: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12997524
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Conditions of employment
  • This position requires the incumbent to complete a background investigation with favorable results.

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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, 08/12/2026
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:
Progressively responsible experience which provided the applicant general knowledge of procedures, regulations, and practices common to the Services purchasing program. In addition, must have specialized knowledge of procedures and techniques relating to the purchase of a wide variety of commercial as well as some technical items; knowledge of merchandise purchased to make determinations for substitution; knowledge of vendor sources and of common business practices relating to mechanics of purchasing. Knowledge of solicitation and purchasing methods to make purchases under established contracts and standardized specifications or statements of work. Knowledge of price evaluation techniques to assess price reasonableness using well-established references. Must possess basic computer skills, basic word processing procedures and function keys to support office operations and produce a variety of documents such as form letters, entering data into a predefined spreadsheet or database. Must be familiar with personal computer applications such as Windows, MS Word, Excel, Access, and the Internet. Skill in typing; a qualified typist is required. Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing. Must possess skill in dealing with customers and the public.
Condition(s) of Employment: Successful completion and favorable adjudication of background investigation (Tier 1 Level) is required. Must be able to obtain and maintain a NAF Contracting Warrant up to $100,000.
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.
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  • Individual must fully meet qualification/eligibility/background requirements for this position.
  • U.S. Citizens and Non-U.S. Nationals who have resided in the U.S. Territory for three (3) or more consecutive years immediately preceding the start of Federal affiliation or a signed memorandum indicating the installation's decision on the 3-year residency requirement..
  • 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.
  • Applicants must be able to provide a REAL ID or present a combination of source identity documents authorized to facilitate access to the installation. Please contact the servicing HR Office with any questions.

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Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.
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