Inventory Management Specialist
About The Position
This position serves as an Inventory Manager in the Commodity Management Division of the Logistics Service in the VA Health Care System. The specialist is responsible for inventory and management of all expendable supplies and durable medical equipment in assigned areas. The role manages an assigned class of expendable materials, coordinates material support and resolves logistics problems, forecasts inventory needs, conducts quantitative analysis and spot checks, and complies with special requirements for firearms, ammunition, and sensitive equipment. The specialist also implements federal and agency programs for returning and reusing medical supplies, coordinates disposal of surplus or excess supplies, makes emergent procurement decisions, and participates in root cause analysis. Other related duties may be assigned. The work schedule is Monday through Friday, 7:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Telework is ad hoc only; this is not a virtual position. Work is normally accomplished in an office setting, but the employee may assist with receipt, storage, and distribution of supplies, including lifting light boxes generally under 40 pounds, using appropriate material-handling devices, and placing or carrying items on station or within the catchment area. The employee must maintain applicable training and licensing to operate assigned equipment.
Requirements
- U.S. citizenship.
- Meet the qualification requirements for the GS-07 or GS-09 grade level by the announcement closing date, November 2, 2026.
- For GS-07, qualify through one year of specialized experience equivalent to GS-05, qualifying graduate education, a qualifying combination of education and experience, or Superior Academic Achievement at the bachelor's level.
- For GS-09, qualify through one year of specialized experience equivalent to GS-07, qualifying graduate education, or a qualifying combination of education and experience.
- Specialized experience may include managing expendable items and durable medical equipment; forecasting inventory needs; analyzing inventory management reports; using automated inventory management systems; resolving supply issues; implementing medical supply return and reutilization programs; developing acquisition strategies; evaluating supply system performance; and coordinating material support and logistics problem resolution, depending on grade level.
- Submit transcripts if using education to qualify; education must be documented and from an appropriately recognized institution.
- Complete all required application steps, including an online assessment.
- Selected applicants in a testing-designated position are subject to pre-appointment urinalysis for illegal drug use; refusal results in denial of employment.
- Selective Service registration is required for males born after December 31, 1959.
- Subject to background and security investigation and completion of online onboarding.
- Participate in the seasonal influenza vaccination program as a Department of Veterans Affairs Health Care Personnel requirement.
- Serve a one-year probationary period.
- Maintain applicable training and licensing to operate assigned equipment.
- Be able to assist with supply handling tasks, including lifting light boxes generally under 40 pounds; accommodation or workplace adjustment may be available.
Responsibilities
- Manage and control an assigned class of expendable material and assigned inventories of expendable supplies and durable medical equipment.
- Coordinate material support and resolve logistics problems as a point of contact.
- Forecast inventory needs and conduct quantitative analysis.
- Conduct spot checks and comply with special requirements for firearms, ammunition, and sensitive equipment.
- Implement federal and agency programs for the return and reutilization of medical supplies.
- Coordinate disposal of surplus or excess supplies.
- Make emergent procurement decisions.
- Participate in the root cause analysis process.
- Assist with receipt, storage, and distribution of supplies as needed.
- Maintain applicable training and licensing to operate assigned equipment.
- Perform other related duties as assigned.
Benefits
- Comprehensive federal employee benefits package for employees and their families; specific benefits depend on position type and eligibility.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
