Procurement Manager/Team Lead

Norfolk State University; Norfolk (VA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Norfolk State University is seeking a Procurement Manager/Team Lead in Norfolk, VA to foster a high-performing, accountable procurement team. You will provide ongoing feedback, mentor staff, and ensure EWPs and evaluations are completed on schedule.

The role emphasizes safety, compliance, and continuous improvement. The position requires 1–3 years of supervisory experience, solid knowledge of state/federal procurement laws, and experience with e-procurement systems.

Qualifications

• 1–3 years of supervisory experience.
• Strong knowledge of state and contract law.
• Proficiency in technology and e-procurement systems.
• Experience with automated financial systems and procurement of tech.
• Familiarity with Virginia procurement regulations.

Responsibilities

• Provide employees with frequent feedback on performance and interim evaluations.
• Develop and mentor staff by identifying training needs and opportunities.
• Ensure EWPs and evaluations are completed accurately and on time.
• Address performance concerns promptly with proper documentation and corrective action plans.
• Conduct regular supervision and performance management in compliance with policies.
• Promote engagement, accountability, and excellence through leadership and communication.
• Foster a safe work environment and promote risk awareness across operations.
• Support safety and wellness initiatives to reduce injuries and lost work time.
• Create a culture of continuous improvement and customer service to meet goals.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Technology systems

E-procurement

Contract law

Procurement knowledge

Education

Virginia Contracting Associate (VCA)

Tools

Automated financial systems

Job description

The Procurement Manager/Team Lead is responsible for fostering ahigh-performing, accountable, and service-oriented team environmentthat supports the organization's procurement objectives. Keydepartmental objectives include:

• Provide employees with frequent, timely, and constructive feedback regarding job performance, including interim evaluations when appropriate, to support professional growth and continuous improvement.
• Develop and mentor staff by identifying training needs andfacilitating opportunities to acquire the knowledge, skills, andabilities necessary to achieve individual and departmentalgoals.
• Ensure Employee Work Profiles (EWPs), performance evaluations,and related documentation are completed accurately and submittedwithin established deadlines.
• Address performance concerns promptly, professionally, andconsistently, with appropriate documentation and corrective actionplans when necessary.
• Conduct regular supervision and performance managementactivities in compliance with organizational policies, procedures,and applicable statutory requirements.
• Promote employee engagement, accountability, and excellence through effective leadership, communication, coaching, andrecognition.
• Foster a safe and healthy work environment by encouragingcompliance with workplace safety standards and promoting riskawareness across departmental operations.
• Support organizational initiatives aimed at reducing employeework-related and non-work-related injuries, illnesses, and lostwork time through proactive safety practices and employee wellnessefforts.
• Create a culture of continuous improvement, teamwork, andcustomer service that enables the department to meet operationalgoals and deliver exceptional procurement support tostakeholders.
• REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS: Experience in state and contract law,rules and regulations, must have 1-3 years of supervisory experience and must have a clear understanding of technology ande-commerce systems. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS: Knowledge and experience with automatedfinancial systems, technology procurements and e- procurement.Knowledge and experience of various commodities in procurement.Knowledge of interpreting applicable federal and state laws andregulations.
• The supervisor is responsible for ensuring that annual position requirements are communicated to the employee and for evaluating the employee's compliance with those requirements during the annual performance review.
• Employees who do not possess a Virginia Contracting Associate(VCA) or Virginia Contracting Officer (VCO) certification at thetime of hire must obtain the appropriate certification within two(2) years of employment. In addition, all mandatory training courses must be completedwithin the required timeframes.
• Norfolk State University conducts background checks on allcandidates identified as a finalist for employment consideration.The type of background check(s) performed are dependent upon thetype of position for which you have been identified as a finalistand may include criminal history, including sexual offenderregistry checks, reference checks, degree validation, DMV (driving)records, license verification, and credit report reviews. Theresults of background checks are made available to Universityemploying officials. As a finalist, you will be required to sign anAuthorization to Release form. Norfolk State University utilizesForm I-9 and E-verify in the verification of eligibility foremployment. Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S.without employer sponsorship.

Salary range $80,000 - $90,000.

In support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process.

Each agency within the Commonwealth of Virginia is dedicated to recruiting, supporting, and maintaining a competent and diverse work force.

Equal Opportunity Employer