Computer Assisted Ordering Technician

Defense Commissary Agency • Coleville, CA

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Computer Assisted Ordering Technician maintains accurate perpetual inventory balance-on-hand (BOH) levels to support optimal ordering quantities and product availability for patrons at a Defense Commissary Agency (DeCA) facility. The position uses radio-frequency hand-held terminals to gather and update inventory data, audits inventory and credits, and reviews stock across storage and display locations. The work is performed in a warehouse that may be drafty and noisy, around material-handling equipment, and may include exposure to extreme temperatures in freezer and chill areas. Protective clothing, such as freezer gear, must be worn when provided.

Qualifications may be met through one year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the GS-4 level, four years of education above high school, or a qualifying combination of experience and education. The role requires meeting federal employment conditions, including U.S. citizenship or nationality, identity and employment eligibility verification, a favorable suitability or fitness determination, and the ability to obtain and maintain clearance eligibility. The position is not telework- or remote-work-eligible. Occasional overtime may be required.

Requirements

• Meet the OPM qualifications for series 1101 and the additional requirements by the announcement closing date.
• Qualify through one year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the GS-4 grade level; qualifying examples include using handheld terminals to gather and update inventory data, ensuring optimal shelf-space allocation, ordering products, or maintaining perpetual inventory.
• Alternatively, qualify through four full years of successfully completed education above high school at an accredited business, secretarial, technical school, junior college, college, or university; provide transcripts if relying on education.
• Alternatively, qualify through a combination of experience and education that totals 100% under the stated calculation method.
• Be a U.S. citizen or national and, if selected, provide proof of citizenship.
• Meet the minimum age requirement; applicants under 18 must provide documentation showing eligibility for employment.
• If male and born after December 31, 1959, be registered with or exempt from Selective Service.
• Pass identity and employment eligibility verification through E-Verify and receive a favorable suitability or fitness outcome following a background investigation; new federal employees will be fingerprinted.
• Be able to obtain and maintain clearance eligibility based on the appropriate background investigation.
• Meet the physical requirements, including prolonged standing, bending, lifting, carrying, and reaching while searching for stock and replenishing shelves.
• Be able to lift items up to 40 pounds without assistance and sometimes heavier items with assistance.
• Be able to work around material-handling equipment and wear provided protective clothing, including freezer gear when needed.
• Complete the required USA Hire Competency Based Assessment within 48 hours after the announcement closes if instructed, unless a reasonable accommodation has been requested.
• Provide transcripts and/or other supporting education documentation when education is used to qualify or is required.
• Accept direct deposit of pay.
• The resume must state hours worked per week and clearly support qualifications and assessment responses.

Responsibilities

• Maintain the Computer Assisted Ordering (CAO) system with current, accurate data so optimal order quantities can be calculated to meet customer demand.
• Use radio-frequency hand-held terminals to gather data and update or adjust inventory.
• Record and update balance-on-hand (BOH) data, maintain perpetual inventory, and audit credits.
• Perform daily inventory audits of out-of-stock and overwrite items.
• Evaluate stock levels in all CAO categories daily by physically reviewing storage and display shelves, shippers, and the warehouse.
• Interface with all levels of management and work directly with commercial distributor and vendor stocking representatives on issues affecting CAO.

Benefits

• Federal employee benefits package available to the employee and family; specific eligibility depends on position type.
• Alaska positions are eligible for a nonforeign area Cost of Living Allowance (COLA), exempt from federal income tax.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed