Purchasing Agent

Overview
Purchasing Agent
LOCATION
Kennedy Space Center, Merritt Island, FL

JOB STATUS
Full-Time | Onsite or Hybrid/Remote

Citizenship
U.S. Citizen Required

We are seeking a motivated
Purchasing Agent
to join our team at the
Kennedy Space Center
. This role is essential for supporting procurement activities and ensuring timely acquisition of goods and services that support mission success.

Required Qualifications / Skills

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant discipline
• 2+ years of related experience (Purchasing Agent) or 7+ years for Senior Purchasing Agent
• Working knowledge of CostPoint and NASA FAR requirements
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities without sacrificing accuracy
• U.S. Citizenship required

Desired Qualifications / Skills

• Excellent verbal and written communication, presentation, and customer interface skills
• Ability to work effectively in a team-oriented environment
• Self-motivated, proactive, and able 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 purchase 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