Purchasing Assistant Professional; Fed Grade Level: GS

Overview

Purchasing Assistant I Professional (Fed Grade Level: GS-7) – Full-time position located in Kansas City, MO. The role supports procurement-related administrative and professional activities across the Heartland Region, including various locations and potential placements in GSA field offices. The Heartland Region comprises Missouri, Iowa, Nebraska, and Kansas, with primary performance at Two Pershing Square, 2300 Main Street, Kansas City, MO 64108.

All team members must foster effective business relationships between the Federal Government client and Pro Sidian. Collaboration and open communication are essential. The role is non-inherently governmental in nature and involves working alongside federal employees and contract staff.

• Assist in clerical and technical work that supports the procurement of supplies, services, and/or construction.
• Collaborate with Contract Specialists, Contracting Officers, and Government Purchase Cardholders to prepare, control, and review contract documents and reports; verify or abstract information from bids/proposals; contact vendors to obtain order status and expedite delivery; maintain procurement files; enter and reconcile purchase requests or procurement obligations within agency procurement and financial systems; resolve discrepancies; and perform related procurement support tasks.
• Enter and reconcile data within contract writing, procurement, and PBS financial systems; ability to multitask in a repetitive environment.

• Practical knowledge of procurement procedures, regulations, and programs; proficient with MS Office and Google tools; detail-oriented.
• Experience:
  
  At least one (1) year of equivalent government procurement experience preferred.
• Comparable Federal Grade Level: GS-7.

• Teamwork – foster teamwork collaboratively; lead where appropriate.
• Leadership – guide and lead colleagues on projects.
• Business Acumen – understanding of processes, data, systems, and people.
• Communication – effective oral and written communication with stakeholders at all levels.
• Motivation – pursue quality and optimal client and company solutions.
• Agility – adapt to different projects and work streams.
• Judgment – prudent decision-making with long-term considerations.
• Organization – manage and prioritize tasks.

• Business Tools – proficiency with Microsoft Office (advanced in Excel, Access, Outlook, PowerPoint, Word); proficient with Adobe Acrobat, data analytics tools, and Visio; ability to learn other tools as needed.
• Commitment – work with diverse teams to solve challenges across sectors.
• Curiosity – question the status quo and seek improvements.
• Humility – approach success and failure with grace; contribute meaningfully.
• Willingness – continuous learning and growth.

• Competitive compensation with health benefits, pre-tax employee benefits, and performance incentives.
• Group medical, dental, and vision coverage with various plan options.
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match.
• Vacation and Paid Time Off; holidays as applicable.
• Pre-tax and Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA/POP).
• Purchasing Discounts & Savings Plan; security clearance where applicable; referral bonuses; performance incentives.
• Supplemental life and disability insurance options.

Pro Sidian is an equal opportunity employer and considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected factor.

Pro Sidian supports the Hiring Our Heroes Program and the I Hire Military Initiative. All applicants are encouraged to apply regardless of veteran status.

Application instructions: use our career site at  or send resumes and salary expectations to  Only candidates meeting required criteria will be considered. Please include the job reference code in the subject line and provide your name, address, phone number, total compensation package, employment history, and educational credentials.