Summary This vacancy is for a GS-1105-8, Purchasing Agent located in the Department of Homeland Security, U.S. Coast Guard, CG UNIFORM DISTRIBUTION CENTER -UDC in CAPE MAY, New Jersey. Responsibilities You will serve as a Purchasing Agent and be responsible for administering simplified acquisitions of all types, including commercial contract, for the UDC and the Clothing Designs and Technical Office (CDTO), purchasing supplies, services and equipment related to the uniform manufacturing and/or distribution program. Being a Coast Guard civilian makes you a valuable member of the Coast Guard team. Typical work assignments include: Conduct market research and solicit vendors for uniform supplies, services, and equipment to obtain competitive sources and support Coast Guard uniform distribution requirements. Review and process purchase requests and contract actions for uniform program acquisitions to ensure compliance with federal procurement regulations and purchasing procedures. Negotiat...