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$57,055 – $74,173
Via USAJOBS, the federal government’s official jobs site, retrieved November 1, 2026. You apply through the official announcement on USAJOBS.
What this role is
A federal purchasing role within the U.S. Coast Guard that handles procurement of materials, supplies, services, and equipment using simplified acquisition procedures and competitive open-market methods. This position suits someone with federal contracting experience who can negotiate vendor agreements, analyze pricing, and manage contracts from award through completion.
Our summary, not U.S. Coast Guard’s wording. The full posting is on their site.
What they ask for
Required
- One full year of specialized federal purchasing experience at GS-6 level or equivalent
- Ability to determine price reasonableness and perform cost/price analysis
- Experience applying technical purchasing methods and procedures
- Experience negotiating pre-award and post-award contract changes
- Ability to establish and maintain vendor relations