BUYER / Purchasing Agent

U.S. Embassy in Prague seeks candidates for the Purchasing Agent / Buyer position in the Procurement section of the Embassy.

If you are interested in this position, please apply through the Embassy Electronic Recruitment Application via the following link https://cz.usembassy.gov/embassy/jobs/  

Employee is responsible for preparing and processing purchasing documents and contracts for a wide variety of goods and services in accordance with proper procurement procedures. Team lead for technology and internal systems processes. May also include negotiating with vendors on behalf of the Embassy.  The incumbent tracks procurement actions, provides requested documentation, and follows up on delayed or incomplete orders. S/he also maintains all procurement related files. S/he procures goods and services both locally and off-shore for all participating agencies at post. Assists the GSO Contracting Specialist with contracts, competition, projects preparation, and administration. 

If you are interested in this position, please apply through the Embassy Electronic Recruitment Application via the following link https://cz.usembassy.gov/embassy/jobs/ 

• Three years of general experience in general services/logistics matters and/or two years of experience in procurement field.
• Completion of secondary education is required.
• Knowledge of local market practices and suppliers.
• Fluent knowledge of Czech and English language
• Skill using PC applications such as Word processing, Excel, Internet, Intranet, e-mails, spread sheets, typing and using a calculator.
• Knowledge of general office procedures.
• Driving license B.

• 5 weeks of annual leave
• 13 days of sick leave per year
• meal vouchers 
• fuse time – 3 hours per week for sports activities
• Prague public transportation card
• supplemental retirement contribution
• daily use of English
• friendly work environment in Prague city center