Procurement Specialist I/II

City of Chesapeake; Chesapeake (VA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

The City of Chesapeake is seeking Procurement Specialist I/II to manage purchasing processes in a governmental setting. A bachelor’s degree in purchasing, marketing, business management, or related field is required; a master’s degree can substitute for one year of experience.

Special requirements include valid driver’s license and ability to work extended hours during emergencies. CPPO/CPM/PPB certifications are desirable for advancement.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent in purchasing, marketing, business management, or related field.
• Master's degree can substitute for one year of related full-time experience.
• Procurement certifications such as CPPO, CPM, or PPB are desirable.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate people, programs, tasks and/or money.
• Written and verbal communication across stakeholders.
• Customer service orientation and responsiveness.
• Attention to detail in procurement activities.
• Teamwork and collaboration in a city government context.

Skills

CPPO

CPM

PPB

Education

Bachelor's degree in purchasing, marketing, business management, or related field

Job description

Vocational/Educational Requirement

Procurement Specialist I: Requires any combination of education and experience equivalent to a bachelor’s degree in purchasing, marketing, business management, or a closely related field. A master’s degree in business administration, public administration, or related field can substitute for one year of related full-time experience.

Required Qualifications

Vocational/Educational Requirement: Procurement Specialist I: Requires any combination of education and experience equivalent to a bachelor’s degree in purchasing, marketing, business management, or a closely related field. A master’s degree in business administration, public administration, or related field can substitute for one year of related full-time experience.

Procurement Specialist II: Requires any combination of education and experience equivalent to a bachelor’s degree in purchasing, marketing, business management, or a closely related field.

Experience

Procurement Specialist I: In addition to satisfying the vocational/education standards, this job class requires a minimum of one year of directly related, full-time equivalent experience or a minimum of three years of full-time experience in a position that requires the following professional skills: coordination of people, programs, tasks and/or money; written and verbal communication; customer service; attention to detail; and working in a team environment.

Procurement Specialist II: In addition to satisfying the vocational/education standards, this class requires a minimum of two years of related, full-time equivalent experience in formal complex solicitations such as Request for Proposals and Invitation for Bids.

Special Certifications and Licenses

Special Certifications and Licenses: Requires a valid driver’s license and driving record in compliance with City Driving Standards.

Procurement Specialist II: Governmental procurement certifications VCA , PPA , or other equivalent are desired. Requires a valid driver’s license and driving record in compliance with City Driving Standards.

Special Requirements

Special Requirements: Employees may be expected to work hours in excess of their normally scheduled hours in response to short-term department needs and/or City-wide emergencies. Emergency operations support work and work locations may be outside of normal job duties.

Preferred Qualifications

Preferred Qualifications: CPPO , CPM , or PPB certification desirable.