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The Network Commodity and Expendable Manager (NCEM) is a senior logistics and supply chain management (SCM) advisor to the Network Chief Supply Chain Officer (CSCO) with particular emphasis on the strategic sourcing and management of commodities and supplies in a Veterans Integrated Service Network (VISN). Provides oversight, guidance, program management and leadership in operations and planning activities for all VISN and VA RCS SCM commodity programs.
12/03/2020 to 12/15/2020
$96,117 - $124,955 per year
GS 13
1 vacancy in the following locations:
Additional locations are listed below.
Yes—as determined by the agency policy.
Occasional travel - You may be expected to travel for this position.
No
Permanent
Full-Time
Competitive
13
No
No
CAZD-10966066-21-BC
585996400
This position is open to current permanent VHA employees only.
The Supply Management Specialist (Ex) monitors and manages the performance and measurement functions in all VISN facilities including all aspects of commodities management and/or commodity standardization activities (including requirements detennination, acquisition planning/coordination/oversight, purchasing, etc.). Ensures best practices are disseminated as appropriate, utilizing continuous quality improvement principles and practices such as Lean Six Sigma. Supports and facilitates education and training opportunities for staff in all logistic areas, particularly commodity management and strategic sourcing. Evaluates supply management, inventory accountability, and field support for VA HCS within the VISN catchment area. Develops or supports the development of policies and procedures to be promulgated to the field from information accumulated during on-site visits to field organizations and from analysis of periodic reports from the field. Prepares directives and instructions pertaining to inventory accountability and inventory management procedures. Oversees and conducts quality assurance on the utilization of computerized supply/inventory management systems throughout the Network. When deficiencies arise, creates and executes remediation strategies with and through subordinate staff. Conducts logistic audits, quality assurance, compliance reviews and program effectiveness/efficiency reviews of all VISN activities to ensure they realize performance goals. When indicators reveal improvement opportunities, acts as the catalyst and coordinates on behalf with facility leadership to ensure these opportunities are realized. Develops reports, white papers, memorandum and other documents identifying areas of opportunity and recommending courses of action for review by CSCO as well as senior executive leadership. Develops and conducts briefings to senior executive leadership. Leads or serves on a variety of VISN, regional, or national workgroups to identify and promulgate best practices, develop training materials, metrics, and other tools. Serves one of two principal CSCO deputies in developing consolidated VISN and facility requirements into acquisition strategies for services, supplies and equipment. Develops strategies; assists supported activities and the acquisition staff with Advanced Procurement Planning (APP); champions the use of standardized products; assists local managers in achieving compliance with initiatives to improve efficiency, reducing logistics costs for VISN facilities, facilitating achievement of logistics program goals, and leveraging the VA's influence in the healthcare marketplace. Oversees compliance with the Medical/Surgical Prime Vendor (MPSV) contract by VA HCS within the Network. Serves as the primary VISN liaison with the national MSPV program office and related points of contact in VHA P&LO, the Strategic Acquisition Center (SAC) and other national offices. Oversees the VISN ordering officer program. Monitors and manages the performance and measurement of strategic sourcing program in all VISN facilities including all aspects of commodity standardization activities (including requirements determination, acquisition planning/coordination/oversight, purchasing, etc.). Supports the CSCO on the Network Commodity Standardization Committee or related entities and may lead the CSC in the absence of or at the delegation of the CSCO. Performs other duties as assigned.
Work Schedule: Monday - Friday, 8:00 AM to 4:30 PM
Telework: Available
Virtual: May be considered for highly qualified candidates. The determination of highly qualified will be based on the applicant's competency level and is dependent upon management approval.Employee selected will be required to physically be located at one of the nine locations within VISN 7. Please select the all locations you are interested in.
PCS: May be considered for highly qualified candidates. The determination of highly qualified will be based on the applicant's competency level and is dependent upon management approval.Employee selected will be required to physically be located at one of the nine locations within VISN 7. Please select the all locations you are interested in.
Position Description/PD#: Supply Management Specialist (Ex)/PD017980
Relocation/Recruitment Incentives: Not authorized
Financial Disclosure Report: Not required
There is no educational substitution at this grade level.
Note: Only education or degrees recognized by the U.S. Department of Education from accredited colleges, universities, schools, or institutions may be used to qualify for Federal employment. You can verify your education here: http://ope.ed.gov/accreditation/. If you are using foreign education to meet qualification requirements, you must send a Certificate of Foreign Equivalency with your transcript in order to receive credit for that education. For further information, visit: http://www.ed.gov/about/offices/list/ous/international/usnei/us/edlite-visitus-forrecog.html.
VA supports the use of telework as a way to help attract and retain talented individuals in public service, increase worker productivity, and better prepare the agency to operate during emergencies. This position may be authorized for telework. Telework eligibility will be discussed during the interview process.
The Career Transition Assistance Plan (CTAP) provide eligible displaced VA competitive service employees with selection priority over other candidates for competitive service vacancies. To be qualified you must submit appropriate documentation (a copy of the agency notice, your most recent performance rating, and your most recent SF-50 noting current position, grade level, and duty location) and be found well-qualified for this vacancy. To be well-qualified: applicants must possess experience that exceeds the minimum qualifications of the position including all selective factors, and who are proficient in most of the required competencies of the job. Information about ICTAP and CTAP eligibility is on OPM's Career Transition Resources website at http://www.opm.gov/policy-data-oversight/workforce-restructuring/employee-guide-to-career-transition/.
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Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.
Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.
All applicants are encouraged to apply online. To apply for this position, you must complete the questionnaire and submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section below. The complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (ET) on 12/15/2020 to receive consideration. To preview the questionnaire click https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/10966066.
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To apply for this position, you must provide a complete Application Package which includes:
Education must be accredited by an accrediting institution recognized by the U.S. Department of Education in order for it to be credited towards qualifications. Therefore, provide only the attendance and/or degrees from schools accredited by accrediting institutions recognized by the U.S. Department of Education.
Failure to provide all of the required information as stated in this vacancy announcement may result in an ineligible rating or may affect the overall rating.
All applicants are encouraged to apply online. To apply for this position, you must complete the questionnaire and submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section below. The complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (ET) on 12/15/2020 to receive consideration. To preview the questionnaire click https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/10966066.
Once your online application is submitted you will receive a confirmation notification by email. After we receive application packages (including all required documents) and the vacancy announcement closes, we will review applications to ensure qualification and eligibility requirements are met. After the review is complete, a referral certificate(s) is issued and applicants will be notified of their status by email. Referred applicants will be notified as such and may be contacted directly by the hiring office for an interview. All referred applicants receive a final notification once a selection decision has been made.
You may check the status of your application at any time by logging into your USA Jobs account and clicking on Applications. Information regarding your application status can be found in the USAJobs Help Center.
The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
This job originated on www.usajobs.gov. For the full announcement and to apply, visit www.usajobs.gov/job/585996400. Only resumes submitted according to the instructions on the job announcement listed at www.usajobs.gov will be considered.
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