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Supervisory Procurement Specialist
Department of the Air Force
Pacific Air Forces
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About the position: This position is Non-appropriated Fund (NAF) and is located at the Business Operations Flight on Kadena Air Base, Okinawa, Japan.
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Summary
About the position: This position is Non-appropriated Fund (NAF) and is located at the Business Operations Flight on Kadena Air Base, Okinawa, Japan.
Learn more about this agency
Overview
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Accepting applications
Location
Few vacancies in the following location:
Kadena Air Base Okinawa, Japan
No matching locations found.
Work site options
Telework eligible No Remote job No Relocation expenses reimbursed No Salary $25.26 - $40.26 per hour Pay scale & grade
NF 4
Promotion potential None
Learn more about pay scale and grade
Pay scale and grade determines the salary of the job.
Work schedule Full-time Travel Required Not required
Appointment type Permanent
Occupations and job series
Supervisory status Yes Federal service type This job is in the Competitive Service Represented by a union No
Drug test No Security clearance Not Required Financial disclosure required No
Some jobs require financial disclosure to identify conflicts of interests.
Announcement number 26-8TFSB128586 Control number 881367200
This job is open to
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U.S. Citizens, Nationals or those who owe allegiance to the U.S.
Clarification from the agency
Please see the "Who May Apply" section under the Qualifications section.
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This position resides in the 18 FSS Business Operations Flight and reports directly to the Business Operations Flight Chief. The primary purpose of this position is to direct, manage, and analyze comprehensive business operations, strategic procurement, and logistics support programs for the 18 FSS Business Services Flight. The incumbent serves as a key business advisor, overseeing complex purchasing capacities, inventory management, fixed asset accountability, and central warehousing operations.
Formulates, implements, and assesses short- and long-term organizational business plans and goals to optimize the utilization of NAF resources. Analyzes squadron missions, operational workflows, and logistical processes to identify systemic inefficiencies and draft proactive, data-driven solutions that enhance overall mission readiness. Conducts comprehensive business operations analyses, evaluating supply chain metrics and financial trends to recommend strategic actions and optimize program expenditures. Serves as the principal business advisor to flight leadership and activity managers, providing authoritative guidance on complex central business operations, resource allocations, and investment strategies. Interprets, applies, and ensures strict compliance with overarching Air Force, DoD, federal, and host nation procurement regulations, establishing robust internal operating procedures to operationalize these legal directives. Directs comprehensive warehousing, logistics, and property control operations. Exercises full accountability for a NAF property and equipment portfolio valued at $5M+, a diverse retail and supply inventory valued at $3M+, and specialized support facilities (including commercial refrigeration units, storage yards, and repair shops). Manages the life cycle, maintenance, operator training, and licensing for a specialty vehicle and heavy equipment fleet (10+ units). Develops and monitors the operational budget; coordinates and negotiates with local vendors and commercial contractors to secure cost-effective procurement agreements within strict budgetary limits. Exercises full administrative and technical supervision over a diverse workforce of Nonappropriated Fund (NAF) and Local National (LN) employees. Plans, assigns, and schedules work based on organizational priorities. Evaluates subordinate performance, provides targeted training and developmental opportunities, and constructively resolves employee relations and workplace issues. Performs other duties as assigned. Position is a position of trust.
If interested in this position please preview the online application: https://apply.usastaffing.gov/ViewQuestionnaire/13042329
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Conditions of employment
Qualifications
Who May Apply: Open to everyone. Applicants will be categorized by preference(s) and/or priority consideration eligibilities. An applicants eligibility will be determined based on eligibility claimed in the questionnaire and proof of eligibility MUST be provided with application by the closing date, 09/08/2026
In order to qualify, you must meet the experience requirements described below. Experience refers to paid and unpaid experience, including volunteer work done through National Service programs (e.g., Peace Corps, AmeriCorps) and other organizations (e.g., professional; philanthropic; religious; spiritual; community; student; social). You will receive credit for all qualifying experience, including volunteer experience. Your resume must clearly describe your relevant experience; if qualifying based on education, your transcripts will be required as part of your application.
Qualifying Experience:
Must possess a mastery of business operations, supply chain management, and retail logistics. Must have high-level experience requiring planning, organizing, and directing the work of an operation with diverse functions. Experience must be at a level which demonstrates the analytical and managerial ability to successfully perform the duties and responsibilities described above. Must have comprehensive experience in the strategic purchasing, accounting, and storage of supplies and retail sale/perishable inventory, including weighted average based inventory management. Advanced experience in complex asset management, including the acquisition, accountability, and disposition of high-value property. Experience in vehicle fleet management, repair & maintenance oversight, and heavy machinery operator training and licensing operations. Advanced proficiency in automated retail sales, complex inventory management systems, and business-based point of sales. Strong communication skills, with the ability to effectively brief leadership orally and in writing in English. Sound Japanese conversational skills are highly preferred. Demonstrated managerial experience in a business-based retail sales (food and durable/nondurable goods) and services activity.
Education
Some federal jobs allow you to substitute your education for the required experience in order to qualify. This position does not allow for education substitution in order to qualify.
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Candidates should be committed to improving the efficiency of the Federal government, passionate about the ideals of our American republic, and committed to upholding the rule of law and the United States Constitution.
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How you will be evaluated
You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.
You will be evaluated for this job based on how well you meet the qualifications above.Once the announcement has closed, a review of your application package (resume, supporting documents, and responses to the questionnaire) will be used to determine whether you meet the qualification requirements listed on this announcement. If you are minimally qualified, your resume and supporting documentation will be compared against your responses to the assessment questionnaire to determine your level of experience. If, after reviewing your resume and/or supporting documentation, a determination is made that you have inflated your qualifications and/or experience, you may lose consideration for this position. Please follow all instructions carefully when applying, errors or omissions may affect your eligibility.
You should list any relevant performance appraisals and incentive awards in your resume as that information may be taken into consideration during the selection process. If selected, you may be required to provide supporting documentation.
To better expedite the hiring process, we recommend including full contact information (name, address, phone number, email, etc.) for professional and personal references on your resume.
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Required Documents
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The documents you are required to submit vary based on the eligibility you are claiming (i.e., applying as a Military Spouse Preference - MSP, applying as a veteran, applying as a current federal employee, etc.). The below documents are required and must be submitted with your application:
Your resume may be submitted in any format and must support identified the general or specialized experience described in this announcement. If your resume includes a photograph or other inappropriate material or content, it will not be used to make eligibility and qualification determinations and you may not be considered for this vacancy.
Other accepted documents to support a qualification and/or claimed preference/priority eligibility may include:
As described above, your complete application includes your resume, your responses to the online questionnaire, and supporting documents which prove your eligibility to apply. If you fail to provide these documents, you will be marked as having an incomplete application package and you will not be considered any further.
NOTE: Documents submitted as part of the application package to include supplemental documents, may be shared beyond the Human Resources Office. Some supplemental documents such as military orders and marriage certificates may contain personal information for someone other than you. You may sanitize these documents to remove another persons personal information before you submit your application. You may be asked to provide an in-sanitized version of the documents if you are selected to confirm your eligibility.
How to Apply
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To apply for this position, you must complete the online questionnaire and submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section above.
The complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on 09/08/2026 to receive consideration.
To begin, click Apply to access the online application. You will need to be logged into your USAJobs account to apply. If you do not have a USAJobs account, you will need to create one before beginning the application.
Follow the prompts to select your resume and/or other supporting documents to be included with your application package. You will have the opportunity to upload additional documents to include in your application before it is submitted. Your uploaded documents may take several hours to clear the virus scan process.
After acknowledging you have reviewed your application package, complete the Include Personal Information section as you deem appropriate and click to continue with the application process.
You will be taken to the online application which you must complete in order to apply for the position. Complete the online application, verify the required documentation is included with your application package and submit the application. You must re-select your resume and/or other documents from your USAJobs account or your application will be incomplete.
It is your responsibility to verify that your application package (resume, supporting documents, and responses to the questionnaire) is complete, accurate, and submitted by the closing date. Uploaded documents may take up to one hour to clear the virus scan.
Additional information on how to complete the online application process and submit your online application may be found on the https://help.usastaffing.gov/Apply/index.php?title=Applicant .
To verify or check the status of your application, log into your USAJobs account (https://my.usajobs.gov/Account/Login), all of your applications will appear on the Welcome screen. The Application Status will appear along with the date of your application was last updated. For information on what each Application Status means, visit: https://www.usajobs.gov/Help/how-to/application/status/ .
Agency contact information
Kadena NAF HR Office
Email 18fss.naf.hro@us.af.mil Address Kadena Community Services Flight
18 FSS/FSN
OPC 80 BOX 5205
APO AP, AP 96368-5205
US
Next steps
If you provided an email address, you will receive an email message acknowledging receipt of your application. Your application package will be used to determine your eligibility, qualifications, and quality ranking for this position. If you are determined to be ineligible or not qualified, your application will receive no further consideration.
Fair and transparent
The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
Criminal history inquiries Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Policy
Financial suitability New employee probationary period
Privacy Act Reasonable accommodation policy
Selective Service Signature and false statements
Social security number request
Required Documents
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The documents you are required to submit vary based on the eligibility you are claiming (i.e., applying as a Military Spouse Preference - MSP, applying as a veteran, applying as a current federal employee, etc.). The below documents are required and must be submitted with your application:
Your resume may be submitted in any format and must support identified the general or specialized experience described in this announcement. If your resume includes a photograph or other inappropriate material or content, it will not be used to make eligibility and qualification determinations and you may not be considered for this vacancy.
Other accepted documents to support a qualification and/or claimed preference/priority eligibility may include:
As described above, your complete application includes your resume, your responses to the online questionnaire, and supporting documents which prove your eligibility to apply. If you fail to provide these documents, you will be marked as having an incomplete application package and you will not be considered any further.
NOTE: Documents submitted as part of the application package to include supplemental documents, may be shared beyond the Human Resources Office. Some supplemental documents such as military orders and marriage certificates may contain personal information for someone other than you. You may sanitize these documents to remove another persons personal information before you submit your application. You may be asked to provide an in-sanitized version of the documents if you are selected to confirm your eligibility.
How to Apply
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To apply for this position, you must complete the online questionnaire and submit the documentation specified in the Required Documents section above.
The complete application package must be submitted by 11:59 PM (EST) on 09/08/2026 to receive consideration.
To begin, click Apply to access the online application. You will need to be logged into your USAJobs account to apply. If you do not have a USAJobs account, you will need to create one before beginning the application.
Follow the prompts to select your resume and/or other supporting documents to be included with your application package. You will have the opportunity to upload additional documents to include in your application before it is submitted. Your uploaded documents may take several hours to clear the virus scan process.
After acknowledging you have reviewed your application package, complete the Include Personal Information section as you deem appropriate and click to continue with the application process.
You will be taken to the online application which you must complete in order to apply for the position. Complete the online application, verify the required documentation is included with your application package and submit the application. You must re-select your resume and/or other documents from your USAJobs account or your application will be incomplete.
It is your responsibility to verify that your application package (resume, supporting documents, and responses to the questionnaire) is complete, accurate, and submitted by the closing date. Uploaded documents may take up to one hour to clear the virus scan.
Additional information on how to complete the online application process and submit your online application may be found on the https://help.usastaffing.gov/Apply/index.php?title=Applicant .
To verify or check the status of your application, log into your USAJobs account (https://my.usajobs.gov/Account/Login), all of your applications will appear on the Welcome screen. The Application Status will appear along with the date of your application was last updated. For information on what each Application Status means, visit: https://www.usajobs.gov/Help/how-to/application/status/ .
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Agency contact information
Kadena NAF HR Office
Email 18fss.naf.hro@us.af.mil Address Kadena Community Services Flight
18 FSS/FSN
OPC 80 BOX 5205
APO AP, AP 96368-5205
US
Next steps
If you provided an email address, you will receive an email message acknowledging receipt of your application. Your application package will be used to determine your eligibility, qualifications, and quality ranking for this position. If you are determined to be ineligible or not qualified, your application will receive no further consideration.
Expand Hide next steps
Fair and transparent
The Federal hiring process is set up to be fair and transparent. Please read the following guidance.
Criminal history inquiries Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Policy
Financial suitability New employee probationary period
Privacy Act Reasonable accommodation policy
Selective Service Signature and false statements
Social security number request
Pacific Air Forces
Thank you for considering employment with Air Force Services Non-Appropriated Funds (NAF).
Kadena Air Base is the hub of airpower in the Pacific, and home to the 18th Wing and a variety of associate units. Together they form ("Team Kadena") -- a world-class combat team ready to fight and win from the Keystone of the Pacific. Nearly 18,000 Americans and more than 4,000 Japanese employees and contractors make up Team Kadena. The bases estimated economic impact upon Okinawas economy is more than $700 million annually.
Agency contact information
Kadena NAF HR Office
Email 18fss.naf.hro@us.af.mil Address Kadena Community Services Flight
18 FSS/FSN
OPC 80 BOX 5205
APO AP, AP 96368-5205
US
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Summary
About the position: This position is Non-appropriated Fund (NAF) and is located at the Business Operations Flight on Kadena Air Base, Okinawa, Japan.
Learn more about this agency
Overview
Help
Accepting applications
Location
Few vacancies in the following location:
Kadena Air Base Okinawa, Japan
No matching locations found.
Work site options
Telework eligible No Remote job No Relocation expenses reimbursed No Salary $25.26 - $40.26 per hour Pay scale & grade
NF 4
Promotion potential None
Learn more about pay scale and grade
Pay scale and grade determines the salary of the job.
Work schedule Full-time Travel Required Not required
Appointment type Permanent
Occupations and job series
Supervisory status Yes Federal service type This job is in the Competitive Service Represented by a union No
Drug test No Security clearance Not Required Financial disclosure required No
Some jobs require financial disclosure to identify conflicts of interests.
Announcement number 26-8TFSB128586 Control number 881367200
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