Purchasing Agent II

Astrion • Kennedy Space Center, FL, Florida

18h • Onsite

About The Position

The Purchasing Agent II supports procurement activities at Kennedy Space Center, ensuring the timely acquisition of goods and services that support mission success. The role partners with requestors, evaluates vendor quotes, processes purchase orders or credit-card purchases, monitors vendor performance, and maintains accurate procurement documentation. U.S. citizenship is required.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant discipline.
• At least 2 years of related experience as a Purchasing Agent.
• Working knowledge of CostPoint and NASA FAR requirements.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple priorities without sacrificing accuracy.
• U.S. citizenship required.

Nice To Haves

• Excellent verbal and written communication, presentation, and customer interface skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a team-oriented environment.
• Self-motivated and proactive, with the ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint, Outlook) and SharePoint.

Responsibilities

• Partner with requestors to understand procurement needs and requirements.
• Obtain and evaluate vendor quotes to ensure cost-effectiveness and compliance.
• Create and process purchase orders (POs) or make purchases via credit card.
• Monitor vendor performance and maintain strong supplier relationships.
• Reconcile procurement documentation to ensure accuracy and completeness.
• Support ad hoc projects and initiatives as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level