Inventory Management Specialist (Non-Expendable)

This position serves as an Inventory Manager in the Lifecycle Management Division of the Logistics Service within the VAMHCS and supported catchment area, responsible for the inventory management of ALL durable medical equipment (DME) in the assigned area(s). The position manages the lifecycle of non-expendable assets in VAMHCS & supported catchment areas, and performs short and long term planning of new and replacement equipment, inventory management, disposal, and reutilization of equipment.

Major duties include but are not limited to: Conducts short, mid and long-term advanced planning for new and replacement NX assets, utilizing enterprise-wide computerized planning tools Analyzes data to include projected lifecycle, down time, repair rates, lost workload, cost, depreciation, trade-in value and other factors which impact procurement decisions Utilizes a range of well-established and commonly applied inventory principles, standard and non-standard methodologies, and concepts to determine need to intervene in the supply system in response to fluctuations in rates of usage, cost, availability of established suppliers, alternative sources of supply and other similar conditions Participates in VISN and facility strategic planning to support major and minor construction projects, activation of new facilities, and reuse of existing space involving multi-million-dollar projects Develops and supports the creation of acquisition strategies and standardization initiatives to acquire and purchase high-tech, high-cost medical devices, surgical equipment devices and major classes of materials, displaying familiarity with contracting laws and regulations with industry practices Supports customers and acquisition personnel in developing requirements, utilizing mandatory sources and standardization of sources Exercises Ordering Officer Authority in determining best value and contract sourcing Conducts data/information analysis for acquisition planning associated with materials and/or capital equipment Independently determines the best purchasing and payment method to utilize; i.e. purchase card order, contract document, etc. Decisions regarding procurement methods are made in accordance with the Federal Acquisition Regulation (FAR) and the VA Acquisition Regulations (VAAR) for competition and formal advertisement Analyzes and advises the customer on equipment purchase recommendations utilizing the "best value" approach Ensures equipment accountability at each service line is appropriately managed, assigned, and monitored through 5% inspection program Manages and controls non-expendable assets for VAHCS and supported catchment areas Use of bar code scanning equipment and appropriate tagging equipment to implement proper accounting systems Promotion Potential: The selectee may be promoted to the full performance level without further competition when all regulatory, qualification, and performance requirements are met. Selection at a lower grade level does not guarantee promotion to the full performance level. Work Schedule: Monday-Friday, 8:00am-4:30pm Virtual: This is not a virtual position. Position Description/PD#: Inventory Management Specialist (Non-Expendable)/PD99824S Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not authorized Critical Skills Incentive (CSI): Not approved Permanent Change of Station (PCS): Not authorized

You must be a U.S. Citizen to apply for this job To be considered for this position, you must complete all required steps in the process. In addition to the application and questionnaire, this position requires an online assessment. The online assessment measures critical general competencies required to perform the job. Selective Service Registration is required for males born after 12/31/1959 Physical Requirements: Involves a mix of working in an office environment and working in a warehouse. Walking and climbing stairs is required, as well as lifting up to 40 pounds. Work conditions are often indoors, but could occasionally be dirty, hot, humid or unusually cold. A pre-placement physical examination is not required. Subject to background/security investigation Selected applicants will be required to complete an online onboarding process. Acceptable form(s) of identification will be required to complete pre-employment requirements (https://www.uscis.gov/i-9-central/form-i-9-acceptable-documents). Effective May 7, 2025, driver's licenses or state-issued identification cards that are not REAL ID compliant cannot be utilized as an acceptable form of identification for employment. Participation in the seasonal influenza vaccination program is a requirement for all Department of Veterans Affairs Health Care Personnel (HCP) As a condition of employment for accepting this position, you will be required to serve a 1-year probationary period or 2-year trial period during which we will evaluate your fitness and whether your continued employment advances the public interest. In determining if your employment advances the public interest, we may consider: your performance and conduct; the needs and interests of the agency; whether your continued employment would advance organizational goals of the agency or the Government; and whether your continued employment would advance the efficiency of the Federal service. Upon completion of your probationary period, your employment will be terminated unless you receive certification, in writing, that your continued employment advances the public interest.

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