NIH's mission is to seek fundamental knowledge about the nature and behavior of living systems and the application of that knowledge to enhance health, lengthen life, and reduce illness and disability. We are looking for motivated GS-2010-09/11/12 Inventory Management Specialists to help drive the NIH mission. This announcement will be used to fill positions in several institutes and centers throughout the NIH.

Duties

As a GS-2010-12 Inventory Management Specialist, your duties may include but are not limited to the following: Advising supervisors and other senior management officials on issues concerning the effectiveness of property management policies/procedures. Negotiating with suppliers for the exchange of excess material in order to prevent operating losses due to surplus or writing off of stock overages. Establishing and documenting best practices and standard operating procedures (SOPs) for optimized inventory management. Researching and implementing new technologies and methodologies to improve inventory management efficiency and accuracy. Formulating and leading projects to significantly improve existing inventory management systems. Reviewing, verifiying, and revising information regarding stock status and prioritizing stock receipts. Initiating procurements, preparing procurement specifications, stock item order quantities and delivery schedules. Contacting vendors for price quotes, following up on stock orders, resolving price or quantity discrepancies, pursuing alternatives as needed to circumvent manufacturing problems, and working with vendors for delivery dates of backordered material. Using automated systems, economic ordering techniques, and management concepts for determining, regulating, and controlling stock levels. Coordinating with the organization's property management office to turn in surplus supplies, equipment and materials. The incumbent will be under closer supervision and will receive more detailed instructions at the GS-09 and GS-11 levels. As the incumbent progresses, the amount of supervision will gradually be reduced. This position has a full performance level of GS-12.

Requirements

• U.S. Citizenship requirement or proof of being a U.S. National must be met by closing date.
• Employment is subject to the successful completion of a background investigation, verification of qualifications, completion of onboarding forms, submission of required documents, and any other job-related requirement before or after appointment.
• Applicants must meet all qualification requirements by the closing date of this announcement.
• Males born after December 31, 1959 must be registered with the Selective Service.
• The NIH maintains a tobacco free work environment and campus.
• Must be able to perform the essential duties of the position, with or without reasonable accommodation.
• A one-year probationary period may be required upon selection/placement.
• If selected, a pre-employment medical examination may be required.
• This job announcement will be used across NIH and job requirements such as medical screening, telework eligibility, travel required, etc. may differ based on the selecting organization.

Qualifications

In order to qualify for an Inventory Management Specialist, GS-2010 position at the GS-09 level, you must have: A. Completed a Master's or equivalent graduate degree, or 2 full years of progressively higher level graduate education leading to such a degree or an LL.B. or J.D., if related; OR B. At least one (1) year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the GS-07 level in the Federal service obtained in either the private or public sector, performing the following types of tasks: providing supply management and control for activities involving specialized supplies and equipment; coordinating physical inventories of property; analyzing property reports to prevent and reduce supply losses; and developing data and information to be used in inventory reports; OR C. A combination of post baccalaureate education and experience that meets 100% of the qualification requirements for this position. In order to qualify for an Inventory Management Specialist, GS-2010 position at the GS-11 level, you must have: A. Completed a Ph.D. or equivalent doctoral degree, or 3 full years of progressively higher level graduate education leading to such a degree or an LL.M., if related; OR B. At least one (1) year of specialized experience equivalent to at least the GS-09 level in the Federal service obtained in either the private or public sector, performing the following types of tasks: providing integrated management and control of activities involving specialized supplies and equipment; planning and determining current and future requirements for the major supply groups assigned; maintaining inventory control records in an automated system; investigating discrepancies between the physical inventory and the inventory database in order to review corresponding records and resolve problems; and developing documents and reports on inventory results; OR C. A combination of post baccalaureate education and experience that meets 100% of the qualification requirements for this position. In order to qualify for an Inventory Management Specialist, GS-2010 position at the GS-12 level, you must have at least one (1) year of qualifying specialized experience equivalent to at least the GS-11 level in the Federal service obtained in either the private or public sector, performing the following types of tasks: implementing best practices and standard operating procedures for optimized inventory management; conducting analysis of historical data and trends in supply programs and requirements to identify areas for improvement in inventory levels, forecasting, and cost reduction; providing integrated management and control of activities involving specialized supplies and equipment; planning and determining current and future requirements for the major supply groups assigned; and, investigating discrepancies between the physical inventory and the inventory database to review corresponding records and resolve problems. Do not copy and paste the duties, specialized experience, or occupational assessment questionnaire from this announcement into your resume as that will not be considered a demonstration of your qualifications for this position. You will receive credit for all experience material to the position, including experience gained in religious, civic, welfare, service, and organizational activities, regardless of whether you received pay. To determine your qualifications and referral status, we may review your resume and supporting documentation and compare it against your responses to the vacancy questionnaire. Ensure you support your self-ratings with the information you provide in your application. We may verify or assess your qualifications at any time. Inflated or unsupported qualifications may affect your rating. Any misrepresentation or material omission of facts may be sufficient cause to end further consideration of your candidacy. Persons listed as knowing your past accomplishments or experience in your application may be contacted for verification purposes at any time. Verification may, but need not, begin before receiving an offer. Preview application questionnaire before you apply: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/12531598

Education

If you qualify based on education in lieu of specialized experience, you are strongly encouraged to submit a copy of your transcripts or a list of your courses including titles, credit hours completed and grades. Unofficial transcripts will be accepted in the application packages. Official transcripts will be required from all selectees prior to receiving an official offer. Click here for information on Foreign Education.

Contacts

• Address National Institutes of Health 6701 Rockledge Drive Bethesda, MD 20892 US
• Name: Callie McDiffett
• Phone: 301-827-4391
• Email: [email protected]