Director of Procurement Services

Title: Director of Procurement Services

Agency: VP OF ADMIN AND FINANCE

Location: Norfolk, VA

FLSA:

Hiring Range:

Full Time or Part Time:

Additional Detail

• Master’s in Public Administration, Business Administration or equivalent business-related degree from an accredited institution of higher education; Bachelor’s Degree in Public Administration, Business Administration or equivalent business-related degree from an accredited institution of higher education with an equivalent combination of experience that equates to a Masters.
• Extensive knowledge in state and/or local governmental procurement laws, policies and procedures.
• Working knowledge of technology associated with procurement and purchasing activities.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent customer service skills.
• Strong analytical skills with ability to draw and communicate insights from quantitative and qualitative data.
• Strong problem-solving skills with ability to exercise sound judgment and make decisions based on accurate and timely analyses.
• Ability to initiate, establish, and foster communication and teamwork by maintaining a positive, cooperative, productive work atmosphere.
• Ability to negotiate contracts and solve any procurement issues within statutory guidelines.
• Significant work experience providing responsible administrative, technical and analytical support in an environment of similar complexity.
• Significant related experience in a major state or local government agency.
• Working experience in managing procurement services staff in a comparably large and complex environment

• Professional designation such as Certified Public Purchasing Officer (CPPO) or Certified Public Procurement Buyer (CPPB), or Certified Purchasing Manager (CPM) or Certified Professional in Supply Management (CPSM