Purchasing Specialist

We help job seekers and career changers prepare for and advance in careers with a focus on sustainable, high-growth, high-demand industries. Our committed and well-trained workforce professionals deliver comprehensive workforce solutions at integrated career centers, sector-focused centers and community, and partner sites.

• Procure supplies, materials, equipment, and services required to support Center program operation in accordance with Center contract requirements, Corporate objectives and government policies
• Make purchases in a reasonable time frame for efficient Center operation
• Ensure that procurement is in accordance with Federal Acquisition Regulations, Department Of Labor Acquisition Standards, Office of Management and Budget Circulars, and Executive Orders
• Maintain working library on rules and regulations for sub-contracting, property compliance, and equipment purchasing
• Maintain professional memberships
• Use the Small Business Administration as a prime source for locating new vendors
• Ensure that Center goals for using small, woman owned, small disadvantage and hub zone businesses are met
• Verify that new vendors are financially sound with an ability and good reputation for supplying materials and /or services
• Create and maintain database of business supplies and vendors using on-line sources
• Other duties as assigned

• Four years of purchasing experience preferable
• Knowledgeable of the Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR) is highly desirable
• Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration or related field or four years purchasing experience or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

Equus Workforce Solutions is a leading provider of workforce development services in North America. With a dedicated and passionate team, Equus puts the industry’s best practices to work by focusing on the development, design, and delivery of demand-driven workforce solutions.

When you join Equus, you can expect extensive learning opportunities and networking programs. But most of all you can expect to make a lasting impact on the lives of others.

APM, including Equus Workforce Solutions, Ross Innovative Employment Solutions, Dynamic Workforce Solutions, DESI, AGELIC, and Grant Associates, is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

APM is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities throughout the application and hiring process. If you require a reasonable accommodation during the application, interview, or selection process, please contact recruitassist@apmnet.us.

Equus Workforce Solutions is a leading provider of workforce development services in North America. With a dedicated and passionate team, Equus puts the industry’s best practices to work by focusing on the development, design, and delivery of demand-driven workforce solutions.

When you join Equus, you can expect extensive learning opportunities and networking programs. But most of all you can expect to make a lasting impact on the lives of others.

APM, including Equus Workforce Solutions, Ross Innovative Employment Solutions, Dynamic Workforce Solutions, DESI, AGELIC, and Grant Associates, is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

APM is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities throughout the application and hiring process. If you require a reasonable accommodation during the application, interview, or selection process, please contact recruitassist@apmnet.us.