The Supervisory Acquisition Utilization Specialist serves as a liaison and advisor on contract related services focusing on critical clinical and healthcare services, facility and environmental services, product acquisition and support services required by project managers, program managers, upper management and stakeholders on all aspects of procurement for a wide variety of items to include specialized services.
Duties include but are not limited to: Supervises employees from separate but interrelated units comprised of the Acquisition Utilization Specialist and Purchasing Section reassignments and awards; and conducts semiannual and annual performance reviews. Assists subordinate staff with performance issues as necessary; schedules and grants leave; and monitors overtime usage.
Resolves informal complaints and grievances, discusses corrective actions with employees, and recommends appropriate disciplinary and/or adverse action. Transitions new hires into positions by communicating performance elements and standards with applicable timeframes, providing ongoing feedback, and making appropriate use of the probationary period to assess the employee's ability to perform.
Develops the ability of subordinate staff and others as appropriate to perform and contribute to the organization through coaching, mentoring, and by granting opportunities to learn through formal and informal methods. Develops individual development plans (IDPs) for professional growth and development.
The Supervisory Acquisition Utilization Specialist directs and manages the functions of Business Procurement Planning in the office of the Chief, Supply Chain Management Service. The position plans, coordinates, and evaluates the logistical actions required to support the clinical and administrative mission that the Veterans Health Administration provides.
Develops procedures, policies, and supporting artifacts to ensure procurement activities are consistent with Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR), VA Acquisitions Regulations (VAAR) and other federal procurement laws and regulations. Coordinates with NCA and VA HCS leadership, clinical service customers, Contracting Officers Representatives (CORs), SCM staff, and other stakeholders to develop and execute acquisition strategies.
Establishes and maintains controls to ensure that contracts are executed in accordance with terms. Advises on all phases of negotiation with the contract specialist/contracting officer for contract modifications, change orders, supplemental agreements, and delivery order processes including requirements, definition, justification, and approval for service contract extension, method of contracting, evaluation of proposals, and all phases of contract administration.
Ensures that all contracted services provided by licensed independent practitioners and professionals are operating within the scope of their privileges, training, or credentials. Work Schedule: Monday-Friday from 7:00am-3:30pm Virtual: This is not a virtual position. Position Description/PD#: Supervisory Acquisition and Utilization Specialist/PD99867S
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: https://sites.ed.gov/international/recognition-of-foreign-qualifications/.
Hugo.Lopez@va.gov · 971-517-4424
This position is with Veterans Health Administration, Department of Veterans Affairs.
The posted pay range is $104349 – $135657/yr.
Applications close on 2026-11-13.
This position is open under the 'Vet' hiring path.
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